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Feb 26, 2025

Haugland Group donates trucks to support William Floyd automotive technology academy

The William Floyd High School Automotive Technology Academy has received a donation of two 2012 Dodge Ram trucks from Haugland Group LLC.

Feb 26, 2025

RedShred secures $1.8M contract from U.S. Air Force for AI project

RedShred, a company specializing in AI-powered text analytics and document understanding, has secured a $1.8 million Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) contract from the U.S. Air Force.

Feb 25, 2025

Lucille Maier honored as Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025

Lucille Maier, a distinguished art educator, has been honored as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd senior joins national YMCA advocate program

William Floyd High School senior Mathew Reis has been chosen for the YMCA Youth Advocate Program, a four-month advocacy training initiative.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd High School hosts playoff game against Ward Melville

The William Floyd High School boys' varsity basketball team is set to host a Class AAA quarterfinal playoff game this Thursday, February 27, at 4:00 pm in the West Gym.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd High School seniors recognized at Brookhaven Black History Month event

Thirty-five seniors from William Floyd High School were recognized for their academic achievements at the 34th annual Town of Brookhaven Black History Month Celebration.

Feb 25, 2025

Stony Brook celebrates diversity through cultural events and initiatives

The Finance & Administration Alliance for Culture, Diversity & Inclusion at Stony Brook University has been active since the beginning of the year, organizing events to bring together the division's employees and celebrate their diverse cultural...

Feb 25, 2025

Laura Mole recognized as fine arts wall of distinction honoree

Laura Mole, a seasoned musician and educator, has been honored as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

Barbara Sapanaro honored on Fine Arts Wall of Distinction

Barbara (Slane) Sapanaro has been named a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

Stan Davis honored on Fine Arts Wall for contributions to music education

Stan Davis, a long-time contributor to the William Floyd School District's music program, has been recognized as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 24, 2025

William Floyd residents to vote on $78.5M school improvement project

Residents of the William Floyd School District will vote on a proposed $78.5 million facilities capital improvement project on March 26, 2025.

Feb 24, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital receives level one geriatric ED accreditation

Stony Brook University Hospital's Emergency Department has achieved Level 1 Accreditation for Geriatric Emergency Care from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).

Feb 24, 2025

New York teacher John Melandro receives Milken Educator Award

John Melandro, a fifth-grade teacher at Tangier Smith Elementary School in Mastic Beach, New York, has been honored with the Milken Educator Award.

Feb 24, 2025

Stony Brook hospital earns Level One accreditation for geriatric emergency care

Stony Brook University Hospital's Emergency Department has been awarded Level One Accreditation for Geriatric Emergency Care by the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Feb 23, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 15

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 15.

Feb 22, 2025

EMCORE Corporation accused of misleading shareholders regarding proposed merger

A shareholder has filed a lawsuit against EMCORE Corporation and its board members for allegedly providing misleading information about a proposed merger with Velocity One Holdings that undervalues their shares compared to another offer from Mobix...

Feb 22, 2025

Mindful Care accused by former patient over alleged privacy violations

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Mindful Care Inc., a mental health service provider accused of unlawfully sharing sensitive patient data through third-party tracking technologies like Meta Pixel and Google Analytics.

Feb 21, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 15

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 15.

Feb 21, 2025

Craig Lehmann remembered for contributions to health education

The Stony Brook Medicine community mourns the loss of Craig Lehmann, PhD, CC (NRCC), FACB, a notable clinical chemist and innovator who passed away on January 26.

Feb 21, 2025

Stony Brook receives funds for solar projects under environmental bond act

Stony Brook University is set to receive funding to design and construct solar photovoltaic (PV) arrays across its campus.

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Local

Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.


State

Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?

The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.


Local

Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'

Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.