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Jan 27, 2025

AI platform influencer simplifies promotional post creation

Researchers from Stony Brook University have introduced an AI-powered platform called Influencer, aimed at simplifying the creation of promotional posts for individuals with limited design experience.

Jan 24, 2025

Middle school students create mini fairground attractions using LEGO

William Paca Middle School's seventh-grade Robotics Discovery students and eighth-grade Intro to Computer Science students, under the guidance of Mrs. Kelsey Campoverde, have been working on an innovative project.

Jan 24, 2025

Youngest recipient of bionic arm joins SBU Baseball through Team IMPACT

Stony Brook University's baseball team has introduced a new member, five-year-old Jordan Marotta.

Jan 24, 2025

Teacher John Melandro featured on LI News Radio after winning Milken Educator Award

John Melandro, a fifth-grade teacher at Tangier Smith Elementary School and recipient of the 2024 Milken Educator Award, will be featured on LI News Radio's "Spotlight on Long Island Schools."

Jan 24, 2025

Flecker Gallery presents Adam Lowenbein's exhibition "DAYLIGHT" from February 6 - March 6

The Flecker Gallery, located on the Ammerman Campus in Selden, is set to present "DAYLIGHT," an exhibition by artist Adam Lowenbein.

Jan 23, 2025

Stony Brook hosts quantum education leadership conference on March 12

Stony Brook University is set to host the International Year of Quantum 2025 Educational Leadership Conference on March 12.

Jan 23, 2025

Study links WTC exposure duration to brain changes among responders

As the 25th anniversary of the World Trade Center (WTC) attacks approaches, a study by Stony Brook Medicine researchers highlights long-term health concerns for WTC responders.

Jan 23, 2025

Stony Brook's Keith A. Chadwick joins Triological Society; wins research excellence award

Keith A. Chadwick, MD, MS, a member of Stony Brook Surgery’s Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ENT), has been inducted as an Active Fellow into the American Laryngological Rhinological and Otological Society, Inc., known as the...

Jan 23, 2025

Exhibition explores myth and tech at Suffolk County Community College

Suffolk County Community College is set to host an exhibition titled "Drone Beuys: Origins" at the Sagtikos Art Gallery.

Jan 23, 2025

Study links WTC exposure duration with brain amyloidosis among responders

Stony Brook University researchers have found evidence of amyloidosis in the brains of some World Trade Center (WTC) responders, nearly 25 years after the attacks.

Jan 22, 2025

Stony Brook Cancer Center receives $1.25M gift from Betty Ajces Trust

The Stony Brook Cancer Center has received a significant contribution of $1.25 million from the Betty Ajces Trust.

Jan 22, 2025

William Floyd wins Kujan Brothers' Memorial Tournament for second time in three years

The William Floyd boys' varsity wrestling team, under the guidance of head coach Tony Mecca, recently secured victory at the 39th Annual Kujan Brothers’ Memorial Tournament.

Jan 22, 2025

Australopithecus study reveals plant-based diet despite occasional meat consumption

An international team of researchers, including Dominic Stratford from Stony Brook University and the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, has made a significant discovery about the diet of Australopithecus.

Jan 22, 2025

CEAS holds inaugural awards ceremony recognizing excellence across various fields

Stony Brook University's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) held its first annual awards ceremony on January 21.

Jan 22, 2025

MLK portrait project exhibition returns to Suffolk County Community College

The Fifth Annual MLK Portrait Project exhibition will be displayed at Suffolk County Community College's Eastern Campus from January 29 to March 7, 2025.

Jan 22, 2025

Ancient human ancestor's diet revealed through fossil tooth enamel analysis

An international team of researchers has uncovered new insights into the diet of ancient human ancestors.

Jan 21, 2025

Stony Brook launches new master's degree in political psychology

Stony Brook University is set to introduce a new Master of Arts in Political Psychology program through its Department of Political Science, starting in the fall of 2025.

Jan 21, 2025

Stony Brook receives funding for five research projects from New York Sea Grant

New York Sea Grant (NYSG) has allocated approximately $2.15 million to fund 10 research projects, with five based at Stony Brook University.

Jan 21, 2025

Collaborative for the Earth launches second season of climate-focused podcast

The Collaborative for the Earth (C4E) is set to launch the second season of its podcast, "C4E Presents," aiming to engage in conversations with researchers and scholars from Stony Brook University about environmental changes.

Jan 17, 2025

Zariel Macchia honored as three-time Gatorade player of the year

William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has been named the 2024-25 Gatorade New York Girls Cross Country Player of the Year.

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State

Push on for Tier 6 Pension Reform

Fix Tier 6 is the rallying cry in Albany as Albany works through the legislative session.


Local

Free Trees in the Town of Brookhaven

On Arbor Day (Friday, April 25), the Town of Brookhaven will hold its annual tree seedling, mulch, and compost giveaway in the South Parking Lot of Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville from 1:00-6:00 p.m.


Doctor sues New York homeowners' association for religious discrimination and harassment, seeks over $1 million in damages

A first responder and medical doctor is embroiled in a legal battle against his homeowners' association, alleging discrimination and harassment based on his religion.