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Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook University holds employee appreciation day celebrating staff contributions

Stony Brook University recently held an Employee Appreciation Day at the Charles B. Wang Center on March 7, where over 800 staff members gathered for a morning of gratitude and engagement.

Mar 14, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending Mar. 8

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 3 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Mar. 8.

Mar 14, 2025

Newsday sues Nassau County over alleged First Amendment violations and retaliation

Newsday LLC has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Nassau County, its legislature, and county executive Bruce Blakeman of unconstitutional retaliation, igniting a battle over press freedom.

Mar 14, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk brings mobile office tour to local libraries

On March 13, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle visited the Bayport-Blue Point Public Library as part of his 2025 Mobile Office tour.

Mar 14, 2025

NYC sued for civil rights violations after alleged assault by HRA officers

Two New York residents have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, Officer Smith, Robert Morales, and unidentified individuals referred to as John Doe and Jane Doe, alleging serious misconduct and violations of their civil rights.

Mar 14, 2025

William Floyd Counseling Center hosts annual college fair & career expo

The William Floyd Counseling Center is set to host its annual "College Fair & Career Expo" on Thursday, April 3.

Mar 14, 2025

William Floyd High School partners with Carpentry Academy for student collaboration

The William Floyd High School "School to Work" class, led by Carmella Currao, recently joined forces with the Home Design & Carpentry Academy for a collaborative project.

Mar 14, 2025

William Floyd High School Theater Arts presents 'Guys and Dolls' this March

William Floyd High School Theater Arts is set to stage its spring musical production, "Guys and Dolls," for three performances at the end of March.

Mar 14, 2025

Brookhaven Town Supervisor discusses housing market challenges at real estate luncheon

On March 13, 2025, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico participated as a panelist at the Real Estate Institute’s Annual Spring Luncheon.

Mar 14, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Mar. 8

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Mar. 8, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mar 13, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk speaks at Selden Senior Club meeting

Farmingville, NY – On March 5, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle attended the Selden Senior Club's monthly meeting at the Selden Fire Department Headquarters as a guest speaker.

Mar 13, 2025

Syncopated Ladies deliver inspiring tap performance at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University's Staller Center witnessed an energetic tap performance by the Syncopated Ladies on March 14.

Mar 13, 2025

Stony Brook VP seeks congressional support for critical defense research funding

Stony Brook University's Vice President for Research, Kevin Gardner, visited the US Capitol to advocate for defense research funding.

Mar 13, 2025

Jennifer Cano wins Stony Brook Discovery Prize for innovative research

Jennifer Cano, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, has been awarded the 2025 Stony Brook Discovery Prize.

Mar 13, 2025

Researchers develop method for lifelong learning in home assistant robots

Researchers at Stony Brook University and MIT are making strides in developing robots that can learn and improve their skills over time.

Mar 13, 2025

Wendy Pearson honored as 'Woman of Distinction' by Town of Southampton

Wendy Pearson, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Executive Director of Stony Brook Southampton at Stony Brook University, was recognized by the Town of Southampton as one of its "Women of Distinction" on March 6.

Mar 13, 2025

Stony Brook's Georgakis joins surgical oncology mentorship program

Georgios Georgakis, MD, PhD, from Stony Brook University's Department of Surgery, has been accepted into the Society of Surgical Oncology's (SSO) 2025 Career Catalyst Mentorship Program (CCMP).

Mar 13, 2025

Study identifies key period for preventing cognitive decline

A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) highlights a distinct pattern in brain aging, offering insights into when interventions might be most effective to prevent cognitive decline.

Mar 13, 2025

SBU professor explores ecofeminism and filmmaking through Three Mile Island documentary

Radioactive: The Women of Three Mile Island recounts the 1979 nuclear meltdown at Three Mile Island, considered the worst commercial nuclear power disaster in U.S. history.

Mar 13, 2025

Marci Lobel receives Fulbright award for research on stress in pregnant women

Stony Brook University's Distinguished Teaching Professor Marci Lobel has been awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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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

Twisted Cycles’ motorcycle audio showdown returns to Long Island: ‘It’s not all about volume’

Twisted Cycles’ annual motorcycle audio competition is returning Sunday, June 29, with a larger venue and hopes of drawing a bigger crowd to Scott’s Pointe in Calverton.


Brooklyn man sues NYPD over injuries from alleged police vehicle collision

A Brooklyn man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging excessive force, defamation, and civil rights violations.