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Stony Brook University honors young leaders in diverse fields
Stony Brook University celebrated its 2024 Class of 40 Under Forty on October 24, recognizing young alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields.
First generation week at Stony Brook celebrates pioneering college students
Stony Brook University is celebrating First Generation Week, an annual event that recognizes and supports students who are the first in their families to attend college.
Suffolk County Community College honored as best for vets again
Military Times has recognized Suffolk County Community College as a Best for Vets college for the sixth consecutive year.
Stony Brook student excels in astrophysics research while engaging campus community
Ryan Brady, a senior at Stony Brook University (SBU), has been recognized as the URECA researcher of the month for November.
Peace activists discuss solutions amid escalating Israel-Palestine conflict
The recent escalation of violence in Israel and Palestine has left many feeling powerless and frustrated, while others around the world seek a clearer understanding of the conflict.
Ward Melville Runs To The Finish
Joey Benedetto rushed for 251 yards and three touchdowns on 17 carries to lead host Ward Melville. Benedetto had touchdown runs of 28, 97 and 5 yards. Ward Melville (7-1) rushed for 369 yards on 31 carries. Hudson Philbrick threw a 29-yard TD pass to Jesse Spronck and a 24-yard score to Logan Seta. JJ Alcindor had five carries for 86 yards and a TD. Joey Karpowicz had three interceptions.
The Wildcats Head Are Champs
They saved the best for last with their best performance of the season as they received a score of 92.20.
Major Haydée Feliciano, Strategic Airlift Nurse
Achieving her dream of becoming a nurse, Haydée Feliciano enlisted in the Air Force and was sent to serve in Desert Storm with an Aeromedical Evacuation Unit that brought wounded soldiers home.
A Reflection on Our Veterans (From Nothing More than a Keyboard Warrior By Comparison)
To Veterans, to all who have given, and would give their lives to save others: thank you for your service.
New York State Screws Over Suffolk County Volunteer Fire Departments
Suffolk County Volunteer Fire Departments Frozen Out of Some Funds – Awarded Others
Chad Lennon: Legislator, Veterans Advocate
Legislator Chad Lennon didn't just run a 10k segment of the Suffolk County Marathon wearing military boots and displaying a large U.S. flag; he also carried a 22-pound weight to honor the number of fellow veterans who take their own lives daily in America.
Mastic Beach Gang Member Sentenced To 28 Years In Prison
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that David Trent, 19, of Mastic Beach, was sentenced to 28 years in prison after pleading guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree, and other related charges, for shooting and killing Jorge Mauricio Sevilla Barrera and injuring two others outside of the Minx Nightclub in Farmingville, as well as the armed robbery of a Lyft driver that occurred in Wading River.
Six-Year-Old Girl Killed in Car Crash
Amaia Rivera was ejected from the vehicle during the crash and was transported to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip in critical condition. Tragically the girl died from the result of injuries from the car crash.
Town of Brookhaven Bulldozes "Zombie Home" in Mastic Beach
The property, now cleared, will be preserved by the Town as open space, helping to restore and protect the sensitive marshland area for the benefit of the community and environment.
Gourd of a Good Time at Tuttle Avenue School
Tuttle Avenue School second graders sharpened their science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics skills while having a gourd of a good time. Assisted by parents, they measured the orange gourds' circumference and height, estimated and then counted pumpkin seeds in a jar ,and conducted experiments to determine if pumpkins and other Halloween objects would sink or float. They also participated in a pumpkin weaving activity and wrote about their close observations of the colorful gourds.
Connetquot Elementary celebrates First Responder Appreciation Day
"This day is a day that so many of our students and staff hold near and dear to our hearts, as we recognize the brave individuals who work day in and day out to keep us safe and healthy," Faughnan said.
Connetquot Art Teacher Named Teacher of the Year
"Throughout my time as her supervisor, I have observed Mrs. Zaglool-Rivera's enthusiasm for teaching, her strong relationships with students, and her commitment to creating a welcoming classroom that fosters creativity through innovative, student-centered projects," said Vincent Malafronte. "We are very proud of Mrs. Zaglool-Rivera for being recognized for her hard work and dedication to our program."
Smithtown Students in the Halloween Spirit
Students at Dogwood Elementary enjoyed a pumpkin patch and the traditional Dogwood Halloween obstacle course all week in PE classes.
Great Hollow Middle School First LEGO Teams Build and Prepare for Big Competition
The First LEGO League Teams at Great Hollow Middle School are off to a great start this school year, with students working together to solve challenges and overcome obstacles as they get ready for competition at Great Hollow Middle School the weekend of Jan. 11-12, 2025. This year's theme is "Submerged." Students are learning about careers such as marine biologists, submarine pilots, oceanographers, marine researchers, ecologists, and underwater photographers. "It has been amazing to see and hear all of the incredibly creative ideas these students have and the willingness to share their solutions with each other to create something even better," Smithtown Central School District Director of Career and Technical Education, Christine LoFrese said.
Are Illegal Immigrants Getting a New Mobile Home Development In Eastport?
Are Illegal Immigrants Getting a New Mobile Home Development In Eastport?
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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.
Terrorism expert appointed to strengthen Suffolk security
Acknowledging the terrorism threat, Suffolk appoints expert to the police department.
LI Cares Food Bank names new CEO
New President and CEO Katherine M. Fritz previously served as the organization’s vice president for development and communications.