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Feb 28, 2025

Eddie Glaude Jr. urges Stony Brook University community toward historical reflection

Celebrated author and scholar Eddie Glaude Jr. addressed the Stony Brook University community on February 27, urging them to engage with the complexities of history, truth, and democracy during a Presidential Lecture.

Feb 28, 2025

William Floyd High School launches 'Undefined,' a new social media series

The William Floyd High School Barbering Academy has launched a new social media video series titled "Undefined."

Feb 27, 2025

Stony Brook therapists highlight benefits of personalized music and art therapy

Kara Gerstein and Angela Reis have joined Stony Brook Medicine's Functional Therapeutic Activities department, where they apply their expertise in music and art therapy at Stony Brook University Hospital’s psychiatric ward.

Feb 27, 2025

Anthropologists share insights at Stony Brook University's Provost's Lecture Series

Stony Brook University's Provost's Lecture Series recently featured two distinguished anthropologists, Lawrence Martin and Patricia Wright.

Feb 27, 2025

Stony Brook University's chef wins national award at NACUFS Culinary Challenge

Every day, students at Stony Brook University benefit from the culinary expertise of a national champion.

Feb 27, 2025

Student receives $10K grant from NASA for Venus exploration project

Edwin Tan, a mechanical engineering student at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, has been awarded a $10,000 grant to support his team's project proposal in NASA's L’SPACE training program.

Feb 27, 2025

Sheriff Toulon Speaks with SSP after Hosting Student Ambassador Program Graduation at Pat-Med HS

Forty students participated in the inaugural coalition—fittingly entitled the Patchogue-Medford/Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Ambassador Program.

Feb 26, 2025

Stony Brook alumnus Nasir Stovall joins elite Schwarzman Scholars

Nasir Stovall, a 2021 graduate of Stony Brook University, has been selected for the 10th class of Schwarzman Scholars.

Feb 26, 2025

Stony Brook University researchers create large database for career identity study

Researchers at Stony Brook University have developed the largest database for studying career identity using social media biographies.

Feb 26, 2025

Haugland Group donates trucks to support William Floyd automotive technology academy

The William Floyd High School Automotive Technology Academy has received a donation of two 2012 Dodge Ram trucks from Haugland Group LLC.

Feb 26, 2025

RedShred secures $1.8M contract from U.S. Air Force for AI project

RedShred, a company specializing in AI-powered text analytics and document understanding, has secured a $1.8 million Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) contract from the U.S. Air Force.

Feb 25, 2025

Lucille Maier honored as Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025

Lucille Maier, a distinguished art educator, has been honored as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd senior joins national YMCA advocate program

William Floyd High School senior Mathew Reis has been chosen for the YMCA Youth Advocate Program, a four-month advocacy training initiative.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd High School hosts playoff game against Ward Melville

The William Floyd High School boys' varsity basketball team is set to host a Class AAA quarterfinal playoff game this Thursday, February 27, at 4:00 pm in the West Gym.

Feb 25, 2025

William Floyd High School seniors recognized at Brookhaven Black History Month event

Thirty-five seniors from William Floyd High School were recognized for their academic achievements at the 34th annual Town of Brookhaven Black History Month Celebration.

Feb 25, 2025

Stony Brook celebrates diversity through cultural events and initiatives

The Finance & Administration Alliance for Culture, Diversity & Inclusion at Stony Brook University has been active since the beginning of the year, organizing events to bring together the division's employees and celebrate their diverse cultural...

Feb 25, 2025

Laura Mole recognized as fine arts wall of distinction honoree

Laura Mole, a seasoned musician and educator, has been honored as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

Barbara Sapanaro honored on Fine Arts Wall of Distinction

Barbara (Slane) Sapanaro has been named a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 25, 2025

Stan Davis honored on Fine Arts Wall for contributions to music education

Stan Davis, a long-time contributor to the William Floyd School District's music program, has been recognized as a Fine Arts Wall of Distinction Honoree for 2025.

Feb 24, 2025

William Floyd residents to vote on $78.5M school improvement project

Residents of the William Floyd School District will vote on a proposed $78.5 million facilities capital improvement project on March 26, 2025.

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Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending Mar. 1

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Mar. 1.


Local

Kudos Our Hero: Red Cross Volunteer Saves Life in Deer Park, Honored by Local Leaders

Suffolk County legislaters came together on March 6th to celebrate a Deer Park resident who put her CPR certification to noble use.


Local

Brookhaven announces results of successful 2025 winter coat drive

The Town of Brookhaven has announced the results of its 2025 Winter Coat Drive, organized by the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau's INTERFACE Program.