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Stony Brook University inventors receive new patents
The Office for Research and Innovation and Intellectual Property Partners (IPP) has announced the issuance of new patents to inventors at Stony Brook University.
Lav Varshney appointed inaugural director of Stony Brook's AI Innovation Institute
Stony Brook University has announced the appointment of Lav Varshney as the inaugural director of its Artificial Intelligence Innovation Institute (AI3).
New bioprinting method may enhance tissue engineering
A team of biomedical researchers, led by Michael Mak from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has developed a new bioprinting method called TRACE (Tunable Rapid Assembly of Collagenous Elements).
Stony Brook leaders emphasize universities' key role in drug development
A recent op-ed in STAT by Kevin Gardner and Michael Kinch from Stony Brook University emphasizes the significant role U.S. universities play in drug innovation.
Hundreds Turn Out for Councilwoman Bonner’s Largest-Ever Recycling Event
Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted a Special Recycling Event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai, drawing a record-breaking turnout of residents committed to environmentally responsible disposal practices.
Supervisor Panico and Councilmember Kornreich Join Ward Melville Students for “Sticker Shock”
Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich joined Ward Melville High School students at several locations across the community for the Town of Brookhaven’s annual “Sticker Shock” Campaign, an outreach effort organized by the Drug Prevention Coalition.
William Floyd School District celebrates two assistant principals honored by CAS
Dr. TJ Heintz and Mrs. Jackie Cabrera, assistant principals in the William Floyd School District, have been named as Administrators of the Year for 2024-25 by the Council of Administrators and Supervisors (CAS).
Sayville Science Students Present Research at Brookhaven National Laboratory
Sayville Science Students Present Research at Brookhaven National Laboratory
Eastport-South Manor Recognizes Junior Scholarship Award Winners
Eastport-South Manor Recognizes Junior Scholarship Award Winners
Bellport Seniors Sign to Play at The Next Level
Bellport High School recently celebrated their seniors who has committed to play athletics at the collegiate level next season.
Shashank Wins the Sportsmanship Award
Ward Melville's tennis player Shashank Pennabadi was awarded the Sportsmanship Award for his performance during the NYSPHSAA Championships.
Costco and Nice-Pak face class-action lawsuit over baby wipes marketing
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Costco Wholesale Corporation and Nice-Pak Products, Inc., alleging that the companies misled consumers about the safety and environmental claims of their baby wipes. The complaint centers on the marketing of Kirkland Signature Baby Wipes, which were advertised as “plastic-free” and made with “Naturally Derived Ingredients.”
Former 7-Eleven employee alleges discrimination and retaliation
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against a convenience store franchise in West Hempstead for racial discrimination and retaliatory dismissal following complaints about pay delays and workplace harassment based on national origin.
Former employee files workplace discrimination lawsuit against Atlantic Dialysis Management Services
A former dialysis technician has sued Atlantic Dialysis Management Services for fostering a hostile work environment filled with discrimination based on sexual orientation and retaliation leading up to wrongful termination.
Fudge manufacturer Calico Cottage sues Smucker over peanut butter recall losses
Calico Cottage Inc., a prominent fudge manufacturer based in New York, has taken legal action against J.M. Smucker Co., alleging negligence and strict liability after being forced into a costly product recall due to contaminated peanut butter...
Royal Rangers Recognized
The Boy Scouts of America-adjacent “Royal Rangers” is a boys mentoring program organized through the Assemblies of God Churches and all related affiliates.
Local schools announce 'Meet the Teacher' schedules
Monday, July 28, marks the beginning of a series of "Meet the Teacher" events across various schools.
Stony Brook unveils world's largest foldable video display wall
Stony Brook University has announced the completion of the FlexiCAVE, described as the world's largest flexible and dynamically reconfigurable high-resolution stereo display facility.
William Floyd High School wins grant for stormwater runoff project
A team of students from William Floyd High School has been awarded a grant by the Long Island Regional Planning Council.
Senior portrait scheduling announced for William Floyd High School Class of 2026
Greetings to the seniors and parents or guardians of William Floyd High School's Class of 2026.
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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.
Deputy Sheriff Dexter: Meet Suffolk’s newest K9 officer
Already having assisted in numerous investigations—including tracking down a suspect who fled from a DWI crash—2-year-old Dexter has been hard at work even before assuming his official title on October 2, said Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon.
Mazzarella staffer receives Mastic Beach Conservancy Award
Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella proudly announced that his Chief of Staff, Timothy A. Rothang, has been awarded the 2025 Trailblazer Award by the Mastic Beach Conservancy.