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Aug 6, 2025

Laiba Bilal completes PhD at Stony Brook after two-decade academic journey

Laiba Bilal, who also goes by Zenvee Pillay, completed her PhD in electrical engineering at Stony Brook University in May after a journey that spanned two decades and multiple continents.

Aug 6, 2025

Alda Center leads workshop for New York Climate Exchange's new storytelling initiative

The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University hosted a communication workshop on July 29, bringing together more than 20 partners from The New York Climate Exchange.

Aug 6, 2025

ESPN Is Making Moves

This week ESPN has positioned itself back into the spotlight of sports and sports entertainment, and people are outwardly upset about the moves they are making.

Aug 6, 2025

Brookhaven announces adolescent grief workshop for mental health professionals

The Brookhaven Town Department of General Services Youth Bureau Division, in collaboration with the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (LICADD), will host a professional development workshop focused on grief and loss among...

Aug 6, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital rises into New York's top ten according to U.S. News

Stony Brook University Hospital has been named one of the top 10 hospitals in New York State for 2025-26 by U.S. News & World Report.

Aug 6, 2025

Officials Urge Residents to Prepare Now for Emergencies

Officials urge residents to get ready for emergencies.

Aug 6, 2025

“I Declare Bankruptcy!” exclaims Okeha Castle Owner in Last-Ditch Property Protection Plea

Gary Melius, owner of the 22-acre Oheka Castle estate since 1984, filed for bankruptcy just prior to a since-cancelled foreclosure sale set for Thursday, August 7th.

Aug 6, 2025

Safe Boating Course Being Offered To The Public Via Zoom

Fulfill the State Boating Requirement and get a boat insurance discount when you take the Safe Boating course.

Aug 6, 2025

One-Stop-Shop Unveiled for Military, Veterans, and Family Members Interested in SUNY

There is a new state-wide program offering a One-Stop-Shop for active duty service members, veterans and family members currently enrolled or interested in attending any SUNY college or university.

Aug 5, 2025

Suffolk Girls' Win At The QB Challenge

The best of the best showed up for the third annual National Football Foundation Girls QB Challenge last week at Smithtown West.

Aug 5, 2025

Sachem Softball Recognized

At a recent Sachem Board of Education meeting, the Sachem North varsity softball team was recognized for its outstanding spring season.

Aug 5, 2025

New York Joins Redistricting Showdown as Texas Democrats Flee State

New York reps to Texas legislature runaways: Go home.

Aug 5, 2025

A Successful Performance Audit for Suffolk County's Traffic and Parking Violations Agency

Issued on July 9th, the audit's objective was to determine if TPVA properly reported revenues received to the New York State Justice Court Fund.

Aug 5, 2025

Grand Master Steven Rubin: Leading New York’s Masons With Vision, Brotherhood, and a Call to Serve

The top Grand Master of the Free Masons was on Long Island where Reporter Robert Chartuk had a chance to meet him.

Aug 5, 2025

DOGE Report: Savings and Reforms Continue for the American Taxpayer

The big savings this week from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) amounts to $4.9 billion in a canceled US Department of Energy (DoE) program approved under former President Joe Biden.

Aug 5, 2025

William Floyd boys’ soccer competes in Brookhaven league and runs youth camp

The William Floyd High School boys’ varsity soccer team spent part of their summer break participating in the 2025 Town of Brookhaven summer soccer league.

Aug 5, 2025

William Floyd School District releases 2025-26 academic calendar in digital format

The William Floyd School District has released its calendar for the 2025-26 school year in digital format.

Aug 5, 2025

The Fantasy Baseball Experience - Lock in on Locklear

As the trade whirlwinds have settled down and we can all catch our collective breathes after a flurry of trades sent many of our fantasy teams into a tailspin, it's time to now reevaluate a few things.

Daily Feed

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.