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$140 million in state broadband funding aiding Suffolk
Better access to the Internet is coming to Suffolk County and across New York.
New York Islanders 2025 preview
The New York Islanders open up the 2025 season with many of the same questions that they had during seemingly every season in recent memory.
All pride, no hiding: ChatGPT Edu introduced at Hofstra
Considered one of its early Long Island adopters, Hofstra University recently announced plans to unleash campuswide access to ChatGPT Edu, an offshoot of the popular AI tool designed specifically for educational institutions.
Trio of ESM music standouts headed to NYSSMA
Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School student-musicians Bennett Leselrod, Logan Penkower and Jayden Dell’Isola were selected to attend the NYSSMA All-State Winter Conference Honors Ensembles in December.
Historic meth seizure nets major drug charges
In the largest methamphetamine seizure in Suffolk County history, prosecutors announced charges against two Holbrook residents accused of running a massive narcotics distribution enterprise that funneled millions of dollars’ worth of drugs onto Long Island’s streets.
New York Rangers 2025 season preview
Entering last season, the Rangers had high hopes throughout the organization and there were more than a few people picking this team to lift the Stanley Cup when all was said and done. That came crashing down and now it might be possible that they are being overlooked.
Mastic Beach projects signal community renewal
Improvements are coming to one of Mastic Beach’s most prominent corners.
Lennon Completes 66-Mile Walk for Veteran Suicide Awareness
In a solemn Sunday morning ceremony, Suffolk County Legislator Chad Lennon (LD-6) presented the special flag he carried during his 66-mile walk from the Orient Fire Department to Armed Forces Plaza in Hauppauge.
Center Moriches Schools Launch Two New Curricula in 2025
The Center Moriches Union Free School District is rolling out two new curriculum programs for the 2025-2026 school year: i-Ready Diagnostic and Magnetic Literacy.
President Goldsmith to give first State of the University Address September 29
Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith will deliver her first State of the University Address on Monday, September 29, at 1 p.m. The event will take place on the Staller Center Main Stage and is open to students, faculty, staff, and...
Ducks close out successful 25th season
The Long Island Ducks have completed yet another successful season and this one was a little more special because it marked the team's 25th Anniversary Season of play in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.
William Floyd senior Claira Parente recognized among top Long Island volleyball players
William Floyd High School senior Claira Parente has been named one of the top 100 varsity girls’ volleyball players on Long Island by Newsday.
Stony Brook licenses biotech startup SWFTLabs zero-waste tech aiming at agricultural sustainability
SWFTLabs, a biotechnology startup focused on converting organic waste into sustainable materials, has obtained an exclusive patent license for its main technology from the Research Foundation for the State University of New York (SUNY).
Brookhaven Restores Public Access TV to Channel 18
Brookhaven residents flipping through their televisions this weekend may notice a familiar channel number back in place.
DiNapoli takes issue with $200k in Eastport Fire spending
NYS Comptroller finds fault with Eastport Fire District purchasing practices.
Scouting America fun run is coming to Hauppauge
The Scouts have organized a Fun Run in Hauppauge.
Holocaust Center Advances Mission Through hmTv
A mission of tolerance in a time of hate.
Brookhaven announces annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive for 2025
The Town of Brookhaven’s Department of General Services Youth Bureau Division will hold its Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive from October 14 through November 13.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew receives top honor from Stony Brook University
His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church, received the Stony Brook Council University Medal at an event held at Stony Brook Southampton.
Dawson's Creek cast reunites for ailing James Van Der Beek
Proceeds for the one-night-only live pilot episode read-through—drawn from $500–$1,500 tickets—went to “F— Cancer” and James Van Der Beek.
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The Loss of a Superstar
The start of baseball season is one of the most exciting times of the year for fantasy owners. Drafts are complete, lineups are set and optimism is everywhere. But that excitement can quickly turn into frustration when a key piece of your roster goes down before things even get going.