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Craig Lehmann remembered for contributions to health education
The Stony Brook Medicine community mourns the loss of Craig Lehmann, PhD, CC (NRCC), FACB, a notable clinical chemist and innovator who passed away on January 26.
Stony Brook receives funds for solar projects under environmental bond act
Stony Brook University is set to receive funding to design and construct solar photovoltaic (PV) arrays across its campus.
Stony Brook University’s physics students earn national recognition for third straight year
The Stony Brook University chapter of the Society of Physics Students (SPS) has been recognized as an Outstanding Chapter for the 2023-24 academic year.
Stony Brook University awards $500K for AI research projects
Thirteen teams from Stony Brook University have been awarded funding through the institution's AI Seed Grant Program.
A Pair of Suffolk Men Sentenced to Prison for Theft of Tires and Rims from 100-Plus Cars
Dwayne Jones, 46, of Central Islip, and co-defendant Randy Woods, 38, of Wyandanch, previously pled guilty to stealing tires and rims from 114 vehicles from July 1, 2022, to October 20, 2023. Woods will spend 5 to 10 years behind bars, while Jones is due for 4 to 8 himself.
Longwood Lions Are Running To The States
The Longwood Lions boys' track and field team have qualified to compete at this year's Indoor New York State Championship Meet.
Movin’ on Out of Suffolk County
Nassau and Suffolk are third in the top five of ‘outbound’ counties with 76% of people who are moving, moving out of the County as opposed to another residence within the County.
Etienne family accuses Locust Valley School District of racial discrimination following violent incident
A family has filed a lawsuit against Locust Valley High School and its district alleging racial discrimination after an altercation at a basketball game led to physical injuries and emotional distress.
This Just In: New York State Now Requiring Safety Course for All Boat Operators
Boat operater age 10 and over for power vessels, and age 14 or older for personal watercrafts, are hereby expected to complete the state-approved boating safety course, according to a news release provided by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary out of East Moriches.
Allstate accuses medical practices in Richmond Hill of massive insurance fraud scheme
On February 7, Allstate Insurance Company filed a lawsuit, accusing several medical practices and individuals of orchestrating a massive insurance fraud scheme.
Gov. Hochul Deploys 4,500 National Guard Troops as Guards Protest Dangerous Working Conditions at Prisons
Officials are worried that the situation could result in another Attica Prison Uprising, a riot in 1971 that was one of the deadliest in U.S. history.
Suffolk County Senior’s Poverty Rate up 48% in Last Decade
The number of older New Yorkers living in poverty has surged nearly 50 percent in the last ten years. A report by the Center for Urban Future, authored by Rachel Neches and Jonathan Bowles, raises the alarm about the poor financial health of older New Yorkers.
BREAKING NEWS: NYS Correctional Officers on Strike Over Safety Concerns Amid Controversial HALT Act
This widespread protest is centered around the Humane Alternatives to Long-Term Solitary Confinement Act (HALT), a law passed in 2022 under disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s administration.
Want Some Land? NYS to Auction Off Big Parcels of Properties
Now New York State is in the “auction game” but what they’re selling and hoping you’re buying is much bigger and more expensive than automobiles or vessels.
South Shore Press Video Vault: NYS Conservative Chairman Gerry Kassar on Corrections Crisis
New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard “Gerry” Kassar spoke to the South Shore Press about statewide strikes in prisons across the Empire State.
From Battlefield to Backyard, Marine Vet Carves Artistic Path with Chainsaws
What started as a way to save a few bucks on a wooden sculpture for his wife turned into a full-time passion for retired U.S. Marine Joseph Gonzalez, Jr., who now spends his days transforming logs into impressive chainsaw-carved works of art.
Unnerving Bias of Artificial Intelligence
A clue to the power of AI to mislead the public was illustrated in a recent exchange between the Chat GPT bot and the South Shore Press looking to verify when Congestion Pricing,
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 15
1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The Ducks Add To Their Flock
This week the Long Island Ducks added a few players to their roster for the 2025 season.
Port Jefferson Duo Takes Home Some Championship Gold
Port Jefferson now has two champions after the Suffolk County Small School Indoor Track and Field Championships last week.
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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.
Dramatic Water Rescue at Smith Point Park Spotlights Local Firefighters’ Training and Readiness
Dramatic rescue off Smith Point.
William Floyd High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian & Salutatorian
The William Floyd School District is pleased to recognize the valedictorian and salutatorian for the William Floyd High School Class of 2025 – Alice Chen and Rachel Chen, respectively.