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Stony Brook University awarded $22 million for geothermal energy projects
Stony Brook University will receive $22 million as part of New York’s $1 billion Sustainable Future Program to design and build two geothermal network projects on its West Campus and at Stony Brook Southampton.
Stony Brook scientist helps expand global ocean conservation initiative to Chesapeake Bay
When the Chesapeake Bay was named a Mission Blue Hope Spot in June, Ellen Pikitch, a professor at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and executive director of the Institute for Ocean Conservation Science, said it...
Stony Brook alumnus curates exhibition on indigenous language at Zuccaire Gallery
Jeremy Dennis, a 2013 graduate of Stony Brook University, has curated an exhibition at the Zuccaire Gallery that focuses on Indigenous language in contemporary art.
Stony Brook team secures $11M NIH grant for sphingolipid-cancer research
An interdisciplinary team at Stony Brook University, led by Yusuf Hannun, MD, has been awarded an $11 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the role of sphingolipids in cancer.
William Kiriazis recognized as outstanding educator by William Floyd Alumni Association
William Kiriazis has been named the William Floyd Alumni Association Outstanding Educator for the Class of 2025.
William Floyd Alumni Association honors Carmella Currao as outstanding educator for 2025
Carmella Currao has been named the William Floyd Alumni Association Outstanding Educator for the Class of 2025.
Ed Hajim to discuss leadership journey and sign books at Stony Brook University
Wall Street executive Ed Hajim is scheduled to speak at Stony Brook University, where he will also sign copies of his books, On the Road Less Traveled: An Unlikely Journey from the Orphanage to the Boardroom and The Island of the Four Ps: A Modern...
William Floyd Alumni Association names Carrie Farra Outstanding Educator for 2025
Carrie Farra has been named the William Floyd Alumni Association Outstanding Educator for the Class of 2025.
Stony Brook University honors over 150 faculty at annual promotion and tenure event
More than 150 faculty members at Stony Brook University were recognized for their recent promotions during an event held earlier this semester.
Stony Brook University team studies coastal adaptation efforts on Long Island
More than 35 members of Stony Brook University, including faculty, students, and staff, visited Long Beach and the Rockaways on Long Island’s Atlantic coast to study how local communities are responding to climate-related challenges.
Smithtown Fire Department invites public to Fire Prevention Day on October 19
Fire Prevention Day will take place on October 19 at the Smithtown Fire Department.
William Floyd fourth-graders to participate in countywide music festival
Twenty-five fourth-grade students from the William Floyd School District have been selected to participate in the 17th annual Suffolk County Music Educators' Association (SCMEA) PEAK Festival, which will be held on October 18 at Northport High...
William Floyd School District appoints three new assistant principals for 2025-2026
The William Floyd School District has named three new assistant principals for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Stony Brook names eight professors as SUNY distinguished faculty honorees for 2025
Eight faculty members from Stony Brook University have been appointed as State University of New York (SUNY) Distinguished Faculty for 2025.
Tangier Smith fourth graders take part in STEM field trip at Osprey Park
Tangier Smith Elementary School fourth-grade students recently participated in STEM activities at Osprey Park as part of an educational field trip.
William Floyd Board of Education recognized during NYSSBA School Board Recognition Week
Members of the William Floyd Board of Education have been recognized as part of School Board Recognition Week, observed from October 13 to 17, 2025.
Stony Brook hosts third annual Inclusion Done Right! conference focused on disability advocacy
More than 160 people attended Stony Brook University’s third annual Inclusion Done Right! conference, held at the Charles B. Wang Center on October 17.
Former IT director sues African American Planning Commission for discrimination
A former IT Director has filed a lawsuit against her previous employer, alleging discrimination and wrongful termination.
Freeport mayor challenges New York property tax law in federal court
A lawsuit has been filed against a New York State tax law that plaintiffs claim unfairly burdens local municipalities and their residents.
New York man sues Zimmer Biomet over alleged defective hip implant
A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against a medical device manufacturer, alleging that its metal-on-metal hip replacement system is defective and caused significant harm.
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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.
Long Island: The Last Bastion of Freedom in a Failing New York
Well, my friends, the votes were cast and the outcome was clear: Zohran Mamdani had seized control of New York City. When I looked at that result, I didn’t see a victory for common sense — I saw the beginning of a collapse.
Bellport’s Joann Neal honored for lifetime of service
Bellport resident is a Woman of Distinction.