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Student honored with national awards for academic excellence
Suffolk County Community College has announced that Nina Kezys, a psychology major from East Northport, has been named to the 2025 All-USA Academic Team and selected as New York’s 2025 New Century Transfer Scholar.
William Floyd hosts annual K-12 districtwide art show
The William Floyd School District Fine Arts Department recently held its annual Districtwide Art Show at the south lobby of William Floyd High School.
Cosmic images reveal clearest view yet of universe's infancy
Research conducted by the Atacama Cosmology Telescope (ACT) collaboration has yielded images that provide an unprecedented view of the universe's infancy.
Seventh grader wins countywide middle school spelling bee
Olivia Chen, a seventh-grade student at William Floyd Middle School, has been named the Suffolk County spelling bee champion.
Sunkoo Yuh shares journey from aspiring athlete to celebrated ceramicist
Sunkoo Yuh, a renowned ceramicist and professor of art at the University of Georgia, recently shared his artistic journey during the opening reception for his exhibition "Cycles of Clay" at the Charles B. Wang Center.
Computer science lecturer receives fellowship to develop innovative course on cultural heritage
Tony Scarlatos, a senior lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and recipient of the 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, has been awarded a faculty fellowship for 2025–2027.
Stony Brook student earns marine policy fellowship in Senator Murkowski's office
Alyson Lowell, a PhD candidate at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), has been awarded the New York Sea Grant (NYSG) John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship.
Stony Brook educator Clare Whitney named 2025 Macy Faculty Scholar
Clare Whitney, an assistant professor at Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been named a 2025 Macy Faculty Scholar.
Study finds link between teenage boys' exposure to violence and partner aggression
A recent study led by Rachel Kidman from Stony Brook University has found that adolescent boys who experience violence are more likely to engage in intimate partner violence (IPV).
Advocacy Corps urges Senator Schumer's staff for timely federal research funding
Members of Stony Brook University’s Advocacy Corps recently engaged in a virtual meeting with the Long Island Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director of U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Sen.
Stony Brook updates EcoLeader Internship Program for enhanced student involvement in sustainability
Stony Brook University is enhancing its sustainability efforts with the updated EcoLeader Internship Program.
Stony Brook advances green transportation with new sustainability initiatives
Since its inception in 2011, the Stony Brook University Office of Sustainability has been dedicated to offering sustainable transportation options to reduce the university's carbon footprint.
SBU introduces on-campus micro-farm to enhance dining experience
SBU Eats has launched a micro-farm initiative at East Side Dining on the Stony Brook University campus.
High school and elementary students collaborate in buddy program
Throughout the academic year, students from William Floyd High School and John S. Hobart Elementary School have engaged in a collaborative buddy program.
William Floyd High School robotics team prepares for Long Island regional competition
The William Floyd High School Robotics Team 287 recently took part in the FIRST Hudson Valley Regional in Suffern, New York.
William Floyd Middle School prepares for annual showcase night
The William Floyd Middle School community is set to gather for its annual "Showcase Night" on Thursday, March 20, from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Wrongfully convicted man sues NYC and NYPD claiming false arrest and planted evidence
A former Brooklyn resident has taken legal action against the City of New York and its police department claiming that he was arrested under false pretenses.
GEICO sues R Family pharmacy for alleged $2M no-fault insurance fraud scheme
A major insurance company has launched a lawsuit against a Brooklyn pharmacy accused of exploiting New York's No-Fault insurance system through fraudulent pharmaceutical billing practices exceeding $2 million.
Brookhaven invites residents to join annual clean-up event on May 17
Residents of Brookhaven are being encouraged to register for the 17th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up, as announced by Town Supervisor Dan Panico.
Thomas Buffa honored as Suffolk County Commissioner of the Year
Commissioner and former Chief Thomas Buffa has been recognized as the 2024 Commissioner of the Year by the Suffolk County Fire District Officers Association.
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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.