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Jul 3, 2025

Study reveals external origins for gases forming stars in Southern Pinwheel Galaxy

A recent study using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) Telescope has uncovered new insights into galaxy evolution.

Jul 3, 2025

Electrical engineering student Jalen Saldivar named URECA researcher of July

Jalen Saldivar, an electrical engineering major at Stony Brook University, has been recognized as the URECA researcher of the month for July.

Jul 3, 2025

Stony Brook professor awarded NSF CAREER grant for AI-driven medical imaging

Assistant Professor Prateek Prasanna from the Department of Biomedical Informatics at Stony Brook University has been honored with the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award for his project, “CAREER: Towards Gaze-guided Medical Image...

Jul 3, 2025

Stony Brook University launches on-campus sunscreen initiative

Stony Brook University has introduced a new initiative to promote sunscreen use on campus.

Jul 3, 2025

Stony Brook doctors pioneer use of new bladder dysfunction monitoring technology

Dr. Jason Kim and Dr. Steven Weissbart at Stony Brook University Hospital have successfully conducted one of the first Glean Urodynamics procedures in the United States using Bright Uro's ambulatory urodynamic system.

Jul 2, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending June 28

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 5 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28.

Jul 2, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending June 28

1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 2, 2025

Brookhaven School District launches online meal applications amid rising food costs

Free and reduced meal applications for the Brookhaven School District are now available online.

Jul 1, 2025

Study uncovers new insights into star-forming gases in galaxy M83

A recent study using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) Telescope has revealed significant findings about the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy M83.

Jul 1, 2025

Resurfacing completed on Hospital Road in East Patchogue

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of the resurfacing project on Hospital Road in East Patchogue, New York.

Jul 1, 2025

Teachers' Story Corner returns for summer readings at local library

William Floyd teachers are collaborating with the Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Community Library to bring back the Teachers’ Story Corner this summer.

Jul 1, 2025

Tangier Smith Elementary celebrates student transition with heartfelt video

For the second year in a row, Mr. Melandro's fifth-grade class at Tangier Smith Elementary School has participated in a video project that marks their transition to William Paca Middle School.

Jul 1, 2025

Symposium honors Iwao Ojima's contributions to chemistry

Iwao Ojima, a distinguished professor at Stony Brook University, was celebrated for his significant contributions to the fields of chemistry and life sciences during a two-day symposium held in honor of his 80th birthday.

Jun 30, 2025

Stony Brook pioneers new tech for bladder dysfunction diagnosis

Dr. Jason Kim and Dr. Steven Weissbart from the Women's Pelvic Health and Continence Center at Stony Brook University Hospital have conducted one of the first Glean Urodynamics procedures in the United States, marking a pioneering step on the East...

Jun 29, 2025

Brooklyn residents sue NYPD and city over alleged false arrest and eviction

Three New York residents have filed a federal lawsuit against the City of New York and several law enforcement officers, alleging unlawful arrest, property seizure, and misconduct by city officials.

Jun 29, 2025

Brooklyn man sues NYPD for false arrest and excessive force

A Brooklyn resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, alleging police misconduct and violations of constitutional rights.

Jun 29, 2025

North Carolina man accuses New York accountanting firm of misappropriating unemployment funds

A North Carolina man has filed a lawsuit against New York accounting firm Advanced Taxation Practice, LLC and its principals for allegedly misappropriating funds intended for unemployment benefits.

Jun 29, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending June 21

1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 29, 2025

New Jersey MDC inmate sues law firm Napoli Shkolnik for malpractice in handling prison assault case

A New Jersey inmate at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn is taking legal action against New York law firm Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, alleging negligence and malpractice.

Jun 29, 2025

Shinnecock Nation sues Southampton over tribal land regulation

The Shinnecock Indian Nation has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Southampton and several of its officials, alleging unlawful and unconstitutional actions that threaten the Nation’s sovereignty.

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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.