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Feb 27, 2025

Stony Brook University's chef wins national award at NACUFS Culinary Challenge

Every day, students at Stony Brook University benefit from the culinary expertise of a national champion.

Feb 27, 2025

Student receives $10K grant from NASA for Venus exploration project

Edwin Tan, a mechanical engineering student at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, has been awarded a $10,000 grant to support his team's project proposal in NASA's L’SPACE training program.

Feb 26, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 22

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 22.

Feb 26, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Feb. 22

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 22.

Feb 26, 2025

Real estate firm accused of massive Ponzi scheme

A group of investors has accused a real estate firm and its executives of running a Ponzi scheme involving millions in fraudulent investments.

Feb 26, 2025

Former tenured teachers sue NYC Department of Education over vaccine mandate implementation

Two former tenured teachers have filed a lawsuit against the NYC Department of Education alleging unconstitutional handling of COVID-19 vaccine mandates that violated their rights.

Feb 26, 2025

Stony Brook alumnus Nasir Stovall joins elite Schwarzman Scholars

Nasir Stovall, a 2021 graduate of Stony Brook University, has been selected for the 10th class of Schwarzman Scholars.

Feb 26, 2025

Stony Brook University researchers create large database for career identity study

Researchers at Stony Brook University have developed the largest database for studying career identity using social media biographies.

Feb 26, 2025

Haugland Group donates trucks to support William Floyd automotive technology academy

The William Floyd High School Automotive Technology Academy has received a donation of two 2012 Dodge Ram trucks from Haugland Group LLC.

Feb 26, 2025

RedShred secures $1.8M contract from U.S. Air Force for AI project

RedShred, a company specializing in AI-powered text analytics and document understanding, has secured a $1.8 million Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) contract from the U.S. Air Force.

Feb 25, 2025

Lucille Maier honored as Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025

Lucille Maier, a distinguished art educator, has been honored as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd senior joins national YMCA advocate program

William Floyd High School senior Mathew Reis has been chosen for the YMCA Youth Advocate Program, a four-month advocacy training initiative.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd High School hosts playoff game against Ward Melville

The William Floyd High School boys' varsity basketball team is set to host a Class AAA quarterfinal playoff game this Thursday, February 27, at 4:00 pm in the West Gym.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd High School seniors recognized at Brookhaven Black History Month event

Thirty-five seniors from William Floyd High School were recognized for their academic achievements at the 34th annual Town of Brookhaven Black History Month Celebration.

Feb 25, 2025

Stony Brook celebrates diversity through cultural events and initiatives

The Finance & Administration Alliance for Culture, Diversity & Inclusion at Stony Brook University has been active since the beginning of the year, organizing events to bring together the division's employees and celebrate their diverse cultural...

Feb 25, 2025

Laura Mole recognized as fine arts wall of distinction honoree

Laura Mole, a seasoned musician and educator, has been honored as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

Barbara Sapanaro honored on Fine Arts Wall of Distinction

Barbara (Slane) Sapanaro has been named a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

Stan Davis honored on Fine Arts Wall for contributions to music education

Stan Davis, a long-time contributor to the William Floyd School District's music program, has been recognized as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 24, 2025

William Floyd residents to vote on $78.5M school improvement project

Residents of the William Floyd School District will vote on a proposed $78.5 million facilities capital improvement project on March 26, 2025.

Feb 24, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital receives level one geriatric ED accreditation

Stony Brook University Hospital's Emergency Department has achieved Level 1 Accreditation for Geriatric Emergency Care from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).

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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.


Local

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."


Local

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.