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Nov 22, 2024

Smithtown Christmas Parade set for December with safety measures

The 41st Annual Smithtown Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, beginning at 4 p.m. Attendees can access the full parade route by viewing or downloading the PDF provided.

Nov 22, 2024

Councilwoman Bonner supports organ donations at Stony Brook University event

On November 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, a kidney transplant donor, spoke at the Stony Brook University Student Volunteer Appreciation Event.

Nov 22, 2024

Stony Brook honors outstanding employees at second annual Stony Awards

Stony Brook University held its second annual Stony Awards on November 20 at Flowerfield in St. James, recognizing the contributions of its faculty, staff, and healthcare personnel.

Nov 22, 2024

Students make toys accessible for children with disabilities this holiday season

With the holiday season approaching, students from the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) have collaborated with student groups 3D PATH (Printing and Assistive Technology for Health) and VIP BEAR (Bioengineering Education, Application and...

Nov 22, 2024

Stony Brook hosts symposium empowering women in marine science

Stony Brook University recently hosted the Society for Women in Marine Science (SWMS) Symposium, gathering marine scientists from across the nation.

Nov 21, 2024

Stony Brook study finds seasonal brain size change mechanism in common shrew

Research conducted by Stony Brook University has uncovered the seasonal changes in brain and body size of the Eurasian common shrew.

Nov 21, 2024

Researchers reveal molecular mechanisms behind Eurasian common shrew's seasonal brain change

Research led by William R. Thomas, PhD, alongside Professor Liliana M. Dávalos, PhD, at Stony Brook University has uncovered the molecular mechanisms that allow the Eurasian common shrew to alter its brain and body size throughout the year.

Nov 21, 2024

Michael E. White appointed interim director at Stony Brook University's WRMI

Stony Brook University has appointed Michael E. White as the interim director of The Waste Reduction and Management Institute (WRMI), part of the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).

Nov 21, 2024

Carly Gomes named fellow at SUNY's Hispanic Leadership Institute

Carly Gomes, MD, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has been named a fellow in the State University of New York (SUNY) Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) class of 2025.

Nov 15, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department announces Christmas parade date and donation locations

The Smithtown Fire Department's Christmas parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 14th, 2019.

Nov 9, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department launches toy drive for local families

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the commencement of its 2020 Toy Drive.

Nov 9, 2024

Christmas Parade set for December 18 with details forthcoming

The annual Christmas Parade is scheduled for December 18th this year, starting at 4 p.m. Details about the exact route will be shared on social media and other platforms once finalized.

Nov 8, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department hosts annual toy drive

The Smithtown Fire Department is currently hosting a toy drive.

Nov 7, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department sets date for annual Christmas parade

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced that its annual Christmas parade will take place on December 16, 2023.

Nov 4, 2024

Christmas parade proceeds with safety measures on December 12

The annual Christmas parade is set to proceed as planned on December 12, starting at 4 p.m. Organizers have announced that the parade route will be revealed in the coming weeks and will feature modifications from previous years.

Oct 26, 2024

Smithtown FD Explorers seek donations for Thanksgiving meal drive

The Smithtown FD Explorers, in collaboration with the Smithtown Food Pantry, are organizing a drive to prepare Thanksgiving dinner boxes for families in need.

Oct 22, 2024

New model helps predict catalytic behavior under varying conditions

Chemists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory have introduced a new theoretical framework aimed at predicting catalyst behavior with greater accuracy.

Oct 19, 2024

Fire Prevention Day event set for October 24

Fire Prevention Day is scheduled for Sunday, October 24, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the headquarters located at 100 Elm Avenue.

Oct 15, 2024

DEA's national effort focuses on safe disposal of prescription drugs

The DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is scheduled for October 24th.

Oct 7, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department announces Fire Prevention Day on October 23

Fire Prevention Day at the Smithtown Fire Department is scheduled for October 23 this year.

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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.


State

Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?

The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.


Local

Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'

Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.