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Stony Brook Children's hosts annual health expo at Long Island Ducks Ballpark
Stony Brook Children's Hospital recently organized its Annual Kids Health and Safety Expo at the Long Island Ducks Ballpark.
Harvey Milk Scholarship Award nominations open at Stony Brook University
In recognition of Pride Month, Stony Brook University has announced the opening of applications for the Harvey Milk Award for Student Leadership.
Machinist at SBU combines passion for cars with scientific research
Demetri Papagermanos is a machinist in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University (SBU).
William Floyd seniors revisit elementary schools in traditional walk
On Thursday, June 26, around 220 members of the William Floyd High School Class of 2025 returned to their former elementary schools in a tradition known as "Walk Down Memory Lane."
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary hosts inaugural faculty field day
The faculty at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School marked the end of the 2024-25 academic year with a unique event by organizing their inaugural Faculty Field Day.
William Floyd High School celebrates annual fine arts signing day
The William Floyd High School Fine Arts Department recently held its annual senior Signing Day ceremony at the Jeananne Dawson Memorial Library.
William Floyd Elementary celebrates successful Math Mania events
William Floyd Elementary School recently hosted Math Mania, a series of math events designed to engage students in competitive mathematics.
Moriches Elementary fifth graders complete '3D Printing with a Purpose' project
Fifth-grade students at Moriches Elementary School have completed a year-long project titled "3D Printing with a Purpose," which integrated STEM learning with community service.
Stony Brook University joins efforts at Vera C. Rubin Observatory
Stony Brook University faculty and students from the Department of Physics and Astronomy are gearing up to explore the universe using the newly built Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile.
Study reveals long-term PTSD trends among World Trade Center responders
A recent study led by Stony Brook Medicine has analyzed the long-term effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in nearly 13,000 World Trade Center (WTC) responders over a period from July 2002 to December 2022.
Stony Brook scholars urge global effort at UN conference on coral reef protection
Two scholars from Stony Brook University have called for increased international cooperation to protect endangered coral reefs.
Long Island State Veterans Home begins major recreational space project
The Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University, a key provider of skilled nursing services for veterans and their families since 1991, has initiated a significant development project.
WFHS students inspired at 'Women in Business' workshop
Junior and senior female students from William Floyd High School recently participated in a "Women in Business" workshop.
Stony Brook contributes to groundbreaking research at Vera C. Rubin Observatory
Stony Brook University is actively participating in the work at the newly constructed Vera C. Rubin Observatory, located on Cerro Pachón in Chile.
Rubin Observatory unveils first high-definition images at Washington D.C. event
Stony Brook University researchers are gearing up to measure the universe using the newly built Vera C. Rubin Observatory, a collaborative project between the National Science Foundation and the Department of Energy.
Brookhaven superintendent awards scholarships to aspiring engineers
Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro has awarded two $500 scholarships to local high school seniors, courtesy of the Suffolk County Highway Superintendents Association.
Mary Jo Bona establishes lecture series at Stony Brook University
Distinguished Professor Emerita Mary Jo Bona, who joined Stony Brook University in 1999 to advance Italian American Studies, has played a significant role in the development of the Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS).
Thalamus plays crucial role in complex brain functions: New study
Research conducted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Stony Brook University suggests that the thalamus, traditionally viewed as a relay station in the brain, may have a more significant role in abstract thinking and executive control.
Stony Brook University shines at Press Club of Long Island Media Awards
Stony Brook University was prominently featured at the 2025 Press Club of Long Island Media Awards.
Zariel Macchia shines at final state championship meet
William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia concluded her high school track and field career with notable achievements at the NYSPHSAA New York State Championship meet.
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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.
Mastic Fire Department marks 100 years with Centennial Parade
The South Shore Press was there for the Mastic Fire Department’s 100th Anniversary celebration.
From the Newsroom: ABC cans heartless hack Kimmel
Free speech doesn’t mean freedom from consequences. Kimmel spewed vile lies. ABC had every right to can him. They were right to do it.