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John S. Hobart Elementary School Dedicates Plaque to Esteemed Artist Al Plastino
In the lobby of the elementary school that bears his name, sits a portrait of former U.S. Senator John Sloss Hobart painted by famed artist and former resident Al Plastino, who had what many would call a “super” career as an artist.
William Floyd student-musicians selected for SCMEA PEAK Festival
Eighteen fourth-grade student-musicians from the William Floyd School District have been selected to participate in the 16th Annual Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) PEAK Festival.
WUSB-FM seeks support during annual Radiothon amid budget challenges
Stony Brook University's WUSB-FM is concluding its annual Radiothon on Giving Tuesday, December 3.
Stony Brook AIChE attends annual student conference in San Diego
Students from the Stony Brook chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) participated in the 2024 AIChE Annual Student Conference in San Diego.
William Floyd seeks nominations for fine arts wall of distinction
The William Floyd Fine Arts and Music departments are currently seeking nominations for the "Wall of Distinction" Class of 2025.
Stony Brook University addresses food insecurity through student-led initiative
Students from Stony Brook University's School of Social Welfare (SSW) and School of Dental Medicine (SDM) organized a food distribution event last week to address food insecurity.
William Floyd students showcase art at Brookhaven's Red Ribbon Week
Fourteen students from William Floyd Middle School were recognized for their artistic contributions at the Town of Brookhaven’s Red Ribbon Week art exhibition.
Stony Brook alum awarded prestigious Milken Educator Award
John Melandro, a teacher at Tangier Smith Elementary School in Mastic Beach, New York, has been honored with the Milken Educator Award.
Scientists explore quantum entanglement inside protons through high-energy particle collisions
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), along with collaborators including Dmitri Kharzeev, a Distinguished Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, have developed a new method to...
Undergrad excels in collaborative medical research at Stony Brook
Divleen Kaur Singh, an undergraduate in the Scholars for Medicine dual degree program, has been named the URECA researcher of the month for December.
Stony Brook University partners with NYLS for series on civic leadership
Stony Brook University and New York Law School launched a new program series titled "Civic Leadership, Law and Social Welfare" on November 25 at New York Law School in Manhattan.
Plaque honors Al Plastino at John S. Hobart Elementary School
John S. Hobart Elementary School recently dedicated a plaque to honor the late artist Al Plastino, known for his significant contributions to the world of comic art.
Winter concerts and art shows set for early December
Mark your calendars for the upcoming winter concerts and art shows at William Floyd High School.
Windmill lighting and holiday gathering scheduled at Stony Brook Southampton
Stony Brook Southampton is set to continue its annual tradition with the Windmill Lighting and Holiday Gathering on Thursday, December 5, from 6-8 pm.
Stony Brook researchers reveal new blockchain vulnerabilities at eCrime 2024
Researchers from Stony Brook University, led by Professor Nick Nikiforakis, have been recognized with a bronze medal at the eCrime 2024 conference in Boston.
Stony Brook pioneers vagus nerve stimulation therapy for stroke recovery
Stony Brook Medicine has introduced a new procedure aimed at improving upper limb function in ischemic stroke survivors.
Stony Brook researchers secure second place at NYU's CSAW competition
Researchers from Stony Brook University's Department of Computer Science have achieved a notable second place in the Social Impact category at New York University's Cyber Security Awareness Week (CSAW) 2024 Applied Research Competition.
Stony Brook professors earn global recognition as highly cited researchers
Seven professors from Stony Brook University have been named on the 2024 Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers list, which identifies them as among the top 1 percent of researchers globally.
Suffolk college partners with universities for streamlined medical education paths
Suffolk County Community College has established partnerships with Binghamton University and St. George’s University to facilitate the transition of its graduates into medical, veterinary, and pharmacy doctoral programs.
Photo exhibition showcases global experiences at Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University recently hosted its International Education Week Photo Exhibition, bringing a global perspective to the campus.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.