Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site News

Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site News


Jan 13, 2025

Orellana on Walt Whitman poetry contests, designed so poets of all ages can be 'seen and heard'

Walt Whitman Birthplace, a New York State historic site in Huntington Station, is calling talent near and far to its 2025 annual student poetry contest based on one of the master’s most famous poems, “When I Heard the Learn’d Astronomer.”

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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.


Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Horse Racing Authority

Hector Soler has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination after years of service at a leading horse racing association.


Sports

The Colonials Comeback on Senior Night

The William Floyd girls’ varsity lacrosse team showed the crowd that was gathered for senior night an emotional and exciting win this week.