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Jul 15, 2025

Bath & Body Works faces lawsuit over alleged exploding candle

A lawsuit has been filed against Bath & Body Works, LLC, and The Premier Candle Corporation, concerning injuries allegedly caused by a defective candle.

Jul 13, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 5

1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 11, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 5

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5.

Jul 11, 2025

P. Scott Carney named chair of Stony Brook University's mechanical engineering department

P. Scott Carney has been appointed as the chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University, starting September 1, 2025.

Jul 11, 2025

Stony Brook hosts teens' summer camp on cutting-edge quantum science

Thirty-five high school students recently participated in a four-day camp at Stony Brook University, focusing on quantum information science and technology.

Jul 11, 2025

Stony Brook student's journey from high school tour leads to key role in quantum research

As a high school senior visiting Stony Brook University, Leonardo Castillo Veneros did not expect his future to be shaped by a visit to Professor Eden Figueroa’s physics lab.

Jul 11, 2025

Stony Brook student receives Leakey Grant for primate study in Kenya

A doctoral student from Stony Brook University has received a notable grant from the Leakey Foundation to study primates in coastal Kenya.

Jul 11, 2025

Chef's journey back to kitchen through SBU's Cooking from Home program

When Anthony Salierno returned to the kitchen at West Side dine-in this spring, he was not just preparing a dessert; he was completing a personal journey.

Jul 11, 2025

Research reveals new insights into dinosaur evolution related to bird flight

An analysis of two theropod dinosaur fossils has revealed the presence of a carpal bone in their wrists, previously thought to be unique to birds.

Jul 11, 2025

Magnets show promise in advancing cancer treatment with proton beams

Scientists and doctors are exploring new ways to treat cancer more effectively.

Jul 11, 2025

Study finds climate change delays shark migrations in North Atlantic

Certain migratory shark species in the North Atlantic may be delaying their migration south due to ocean warming, according to a study led by researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).

Jul 11, 2025

Zuccaire Gallery hosts exhibit on indigenous language in contemporary art

“Weaving Words, Weaving Worlds: The Power of Indigenous Language in Contemporary Art” is an upcoming exhibition at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery, located in the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University.

Jul 10, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending July 5

1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 10, 2025

Do you need a permit to build a deck? What homeowners should know

It's common for homeowners to wonder whether they need a permit to build a deck.

Jul 10, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending July 5

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 4 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5.

Jul 9, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending July 5

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5.

Jul 9, 2025

Discovery reveals dinosaur wrist bones may have played role in evolution of flight

An important discovery has been made by researchers at Stony Brook University, led by Dr. James Napoli.

Jul 9, 2025

Brooklyn man sues USPS and USPIS to seek records tied to homicide investigation

In a gripping legal drama unfolding in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court, John Derounian accuses two federal agencies—USPS and USPIS—of unlawfully withholding critical investigative records tied to his alleged involvement in a homicide case...

Jul 9, 2025

Lawsuit claims pharmaceutical company Teva colluded to maintain monopoly on branded drugs

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries, Ltd., along with its subsidiaries and Cephalon, Inc., alleging the companies engaged in an illegal scheme to delay the entry of generic drugs into the market.

Jul 9, 2025

Transgender woman sues New York court system for discrimination and retaliation

A pro se plaintiff has taken legal action against the New York State Unified Court System citing severe discrimination based on gender identity and disability status.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Local

Gorman on 'One Day, Three Parks': 'This is unique"

Long Island residents will have the opportunity to explore three parks in a single day on Saturday, Oct. 4, and join in a wealth of activities from manor tours to guided hikes.


Former employee sues Brooklyn tutoring company over discrimination and retaliation

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Ramsey Tutoring LLC, doing business as Smith Street Workshop, alleging workplace discrimination and retaliation.