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Jul 21, 2025

From the Newsroom: The Tragic Consequences of Open Borders

My deceased Grandparents are rolling in their graves at America’s wide-open border policies that have changed since they came over on a boat sixty years ago.

Jul 21, 2025

The Mets Retire #5

There is a new number that no other New York Met will ever be wearing as David Wright's #5 was retired by the team this past weekend.

Jul 21, 2025

Massive Structure Fire Over the Weekend in Shirley

The Mastic Fire Department was returning from an alarm in the area, responded to the mutual aid call, becoming the first fire engine at the scene.

Jul 21, 2025

Stony Brook Film Festival showcases global cinema at Staller Center

The Stony Brook Film Festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary at the Staller Center for Arts, offering a diverse selection of films from around the globe.

Jul 21, 2025

Tri-Hamlet 250th Committee Kicks Off Semiquincentennial Celebrations with “Fired Up for Freedom” Event

Local residents are already gearing up for the nation’s 250th birthday next year.

Jul 21, 2025

Brookhaven relocates glass recycling site in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich has announced the relocation of a glass recycling site in the Stony Brook/Setauket area.

Jul 20, 2025

Fairy Dust and Smiles: Fairy Michelle Brings Sparkling Magic to Gavin’s Treasures in Center Moriches

Mystical, magical Fairy Hair experience in Center Moriches.

Jul 20, 2025

Workers Rejoice: No Taxes on Tips

South Shore Press Man on the Street Robert Chartuk asked what people thought about no taxes on tips.

Jul 20, 2025

Senate Republicans to Hochul - Unplug NY’s Green New Deal!

Senate Republicans to Hochul - Unplug NY’s Green New Deal!

Jul 20, 2025

Greenport Named School of Distinction

Greenport High School is one of the smaller schools on the Island but it has just made a big impact. Greenport has been recognized as a 2024-25 School of Distinction.

Jul 20, 2025

Bellport Girls Track Add To Their Trophy Case

The Bellport High School girls track team has excelled all season and now they have earned All-Long Island and All-New York honors.

Jul 20, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 12

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 19, 2025

Shark migration delayed due to warming oceans

Certain migratory shark species are staying longer in the Atlantic Ocean's northeast waters before heading south, according to a study led by researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).

Jul 19, 2025

Stony Brook's Kristan Probeck named Nurse Practitioner of the Year

Kristan Probeck, a member of Stony Brook Surgery's Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, has been recognized as the Nurse Practitioner (NP) of the Year by the Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island (NPALI).

Jul 18, 2025

Cheapest E85 gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 12

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 18, 2025

Why toilets leak from bottom: Causes and solutions

Noticing water around the base of a toilet can be more than just an inconvenience.

Jul 18, 2025

Stony Brook receives $1M grant for student scholarships from Gray Foundation

Stony Brook University has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Gray Foundation to support undergraduate scholarships.

Jul 18, 2025

Bill McNulty continues activism through radio broadcasting at age 90

For most individuals reaching the age of 90, it is a time for relaxation and retirement.

Jul 18, 2025

Stony Brook receives $1M grant from Gray Foundation for student scholarships

Stony Brook University has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Gray Foundation, aimed at supporting undergraduate students.

Jul 18, 2025

Kidney donor meets recipient for first time at Stony Brook University Hospital

Ann Marie Hassett from Coram made a significant impact by donating her kidney to Scott Scannell of Nesconset, whom she met for the first time on July 10 at Stony Brook University Hospital.

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Education

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.


Local

Romaine Floats Yaphank Market for Local Produce Hub

No need to go to the Bronx for local produce under a plan by County Executive Ed Romaine.


State

Bell-to-Bell School Smart Phone Ban is Looming

Starting in September, New York State law requires Bell-to-Bell restrictions on smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices in K-12 schools statewide.