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William Floyd High School sets graduation guidelines for class of 2025
The William Floyd School District has released the checklist and guidelines for the upcoming high school graduation ceremony scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. The event will be held outdoors, with rain dates set for Sunday, June...
Stony Brook University's Renaissance School celebrates graduation of 133 new doctors
The Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University held its 51st Convocation on May 19, where 133 graduates received their Doctor of Medicine (MD) degrees.
Bitfarms faces securities class action over alleged misclassification of Bitcoin proceeds
A federal securities class action lawsuit has been filed against cryptocurrency company Bitfarms Ltd. and several of its executives, alleging financial misconduct.
New York man sues federal officer over food truck and property dispute
A New York man has filed a federal lawsuit against a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer, alleging misconduct related to a property dispute involving a mobile food truck and several parcels of land.
New York healthcare consortium sues Texas law firm over alleged misleading ads
A consortium of New York-based healthcare facilities has filed a lawsuit against a Texas law firm, alleging a misleading advertising campaign that could harm their reputation.
Stony Brook shines at 2025 SUNY university address
Stony Brook University played a prominent role in the 2025 SUNY State of the University Address and Campus Showcase.
William Floyd varsity sports teams qualify five squads for playoffs
The William Floyd varsity spring sports teams have had a successful season, with five teams qualifying for the playoffs.
William Floyd School District honored for excellence in music education
The William Floyd School District has been recognized with the Best Communities for Music Education designation by The NAMM Foundation.
SBU alumni share career paths at sustainability panel
Stony Brook University held its annual Sustainability Studies Alumni Panel on April 23, coinciding with the Earthstock celebration.
Stony Brook Medicine honors HOPE Program students at graduation ceremony
Stony Brook Medicine recently celebrated the achievements of 77 high school students at the 2025 Health Occupations Partnership for Excellence (HOPE) Program Moving-Up and Graduation Ceremony.
Engineering students create innovative solution for injured sea turtle
A team of three female mechanical engineering students, Polina Bragina, Molly Rubin, and Anna Koulakova, have developed a 3D-printed vest to aid Chestnut, a sea turtle struggling with positive buoyancy due to an old injury.
Councilwoman Bonner honors local heroes at Rocky Point Fire Department dinner
Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio attended the Rocky Point Fire Department's 68th Annual Installation Dinner on May 17th.
Tile installation cost factors: what homeowners need to know before hiring professionals
Tile installation is a popular home improvement project that can enhance the appearance and durability of spaces such as bathrooms and kitchens.
Budget propositions pass; trustees re-elected
The results of the 2025-26 budget vote and trustee election have been announced.
App predicts fall risk advances in national start-up competition
Falling is a significant health risk for many Americans, particularly older adults.
Stony Brook University honors outstanding graduate scholars at annual awards ceremony
Stony Brook University held its annual Graduate Awards Ceremony on May 20 in the Student Union Ballroom.
William Floyd High School students earn multiple Teeny Award nominations
Ten students from William Floyd High School have been nominated for the Teeny Awards in six categories, recognizing their contributions both on-stage and behind the scenes.
Stony Brook celebrates Class of 2025 with commencement week brunch
Stony Brook University held a "Cap & Gown Brunch" on May 20 at the Student Activities Center’s Shore Club to honor the Class of 2025.
Origami Club's latest artwork finds new home at Health Sciences Library
The Origami Club's latest project has found a new home at the Health Sciences Library on East Campus.
Stony Brook alumni join prestigious National Academy of Sciences
Two alumni from Stony Brook University have been inducted into the National Academy of Sciences (NAS).
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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.
Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued
Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."
LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc
Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.