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William Floyd music groups perform across community during holiday season
The William Floyd High School Soundsations and Acabellas, directed by Michelle Seifert and Donia Rivera respectively, engaged in several performances during the holiday season.
William Floyd wrestling team excels early in season
The William Floyd boys' varsity wrestling team, under the guidance of head coach Tony Mecca, has started their 2024-25 season on a strong note.
Regents exams scheduled for William Floyd High School from January 21-24
William Floyd High School will conduct the New York State Regents examinations from January 21 to January 24, 2025.
Stony Brook professor joins national fellowship to tackle health inequities
Ann-Margaret Navarra, an associate professor at Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been chosen for a national fellowship aimed at addressing health inequities in the United States.
William Floyd schools remain open despite national mourning day
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Zariel Macchia honored as scholar athlete by News 12/Bethpage Credit Union
Zariel Macchia, a senior at William Floyd High School, has been recognized as the News 12/Bethpage Federal Credit Union Scholar Athlete of the week.
High school artist wins yearbook cover design competition
William Floyd High School senior Mike Amodeo has been selected to have his artwork featured on the cover of the 2025 yearbook.
Rep. Nick LaLota calls for strong federal investment in education
In a recent session of the US House of Representatives, Rep. Nick LaLota (NY-1) emphasized the importance of federal investments in research and education.
Stony Brook's student affairs named among top promising places to work
Stony Brook University's Division of Student Affairs has been recognized as one of the 2025 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs.
Stony Brook professor joins national fellowship on health inequities
Ann-Margaret Navarra, PhD, CPNP, an Associate Professor at the Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been chosen for a national fellowship aimed at addressing health inequities in the United States.
William Floyd Rockettes announce first winter clinic for young dancers
The William Floyd Rockettes are set to host their inaugural Winter Clinic on January 11 at William Floyd High School.
Stony Brook University announces dates for Winterfest 2025
Stony Brook University is set to host its second annual Winterfest from January 13 through January 22, offering a variety of activities for the campus community.
Renaissance School of Medicine announces call for abstracts for research day
The Renaissance School of Medicine’s Office of Faculty Affairs, in collaboration with the Group for Women in Medicine and Science, will host the 19th Annual Women in Medicine & Science Research Day on March 5, 2025.
Simons STEM scholar shares research journey at Stony Brook University
Ronan Tiu, a sophomore at Stony Brook University (SBU), has been named the URECA researcher of the month for January.
WFHS student awarded full scholarship through QuestBridge program
William Floyd High School senior Milton Calderon-Suriel has secured a full four-year scholarship to the University of Chicago through the QuestBridge National College Match program.
Stony Brook leaders push for increased FY26 science funding during DC visit
On December 18, Kevin Gardner, Vice President for Research at Stony Brook University, along with Assistant Vice President for Federal Relations Lauren Brookmeyer, visited Washington, DC.
Stony Brook joins $11M ARPA-H initiative to boost vaccine development with AI
Stony Brook University's Department of Computer Science is participating in an $11 million research initiative to enhance vaccine development using artificial intelligence.
Stony Brook offers new online course on understanding climate change
Stony Brook University is offering a new one-credit online course this spring to help students understand climate change.
Stony Brook alumnus establishes scholarship fund honoring late wife
David Arpi, a Stony Brook University alumnus, has established an endowed scholarship fund in memory of his late wife, Natalie Gubb.
NSF funds $2 million program for disadvantaged ECE students at Stony Brook University
Mónica Bugallo and her team have secured a $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support disadvantaged students in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE).
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Liberty Mutual ses Brooklyn pharmacy alleging $748K no-fault insurance fraud scheme
Liberty Mutual General Insurance Company and other affiliates have filed a lawsuit against Argyle Pharmacy Inc., Mehtab Bibi, and Timur Yuzefpolsky, alleging a sophisticated scheme to defraud them through fraudulent insurance claims.
Alleged MS-13 Gang Member Extradited to Suffolk County to Face Kidnapping And Assault Charges
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Josue Zepeda Padilla, 28, of Huntington Station, was extradited and arraigned on an indictment charging for Robbery in the First Degree, Gang Assault in the First Degree, and other related charges, for his alleged role in the January 6, 2024 violent attack on a 15-year-old at the Pilgrim State Mental Facility in Brentwood that left the child unconscious
Beauty in the Breakdown: An SSP Play-by-Play of Dave’s Hot Chicken’s LI Debut
Long Island’s first “Dave’s Hot Chicken” is situated at 207 Glen Gove Road Carle Place, and grand-opened last week.