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Nov 21, 2024

Be Well Fest 2024 promotes student health services with increased participation

Be Well Fest returned for its second year, aiming to introduce students to the various Student Health, Wellness, and Prevention Services in an engaging setting.

Nov 21, 2024

Study shows AI struggles with NYT Connections game despite advanced capabilities

A recent study led by Tuhin Chakrabarty, an assistant professor at Stony Brook's Department of Computer Science, in collaboration with researchers from Columbia University, has revealed insights into the capabilities of AI models when faced with...

Nov 21, 2024

Suffolk County DA Beefs Up Traffic Division

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as a New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor. ADA Dellinger will provide expertise in prosecuting motor vehicle offenses for prosecutors and law enforcement agencies across Long Island, New York City, and the lower Hudson Valley.

Nov 21, 2024

Stony Brook study finds seasonal brain size change mechanism in common shrew

Research conducted by Stony Brook University has uncovered the seasonal changes in brain and body size of the Eurasian common shrew.

Nov 21, 2024

Stony Brook students explore abolition history at National Hall of Fame

On October 14-15, students from Stony Brook University's Living Learning Community, part of the Socially Just Seawolves (SJS) program, visited the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in Peterboro, NY.

Nov 21, 2024

William Floyd High School students honored by Brookhaven Town for academic excellence

Twenty-seven students from William Floyd High School were recognized for their academic achievements at the Town of Brookhaven's 11th annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.

Nov 21, 2024

Suffolk DA hosts traffic safety resource prosecutor amid push for deadly driving bill

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as a New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor.

Nov 21, 2024

Ronkonkoma man sentenced for double homicide involving childhood friend

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing of Brian Cordovano, 50, from Ronkonkoma, to 30 years in prison for a double homicide that occurred in April 2022.

Nov 21, 2024

Researchers reveal molecular mechanisms behind Eurasian common shrew's seasonal brain change

Research led by William R. Thomas, PhD, alongside Professor Liliana M. Dávalos, PhD, at Stony Brook University has uncovered the molecular mechanisms that allow the Eurasian common shrew to alter its brain and body size throughout the year.

Nov 21, 2024

Michael E. White appointed interim director at Stony Brook University's WRMI

Stony Brook University has appointed Michael E. White as the interim director of The Waste Reduction and Management Institute (WRMI), part of the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).

Nov 21, 2024

New room-temperature catalyst offers potential for recycling greenhouse gases

Natural gas, a major source of methane emissions, is extensively used in the United States for various purposes, including heating and electricity generation.

Nov 21, 2024

Rowan Ricardo Phillips shares insights into poetry at Stony Brook University

Last month, Rowan Ricardo Phillips, a Distinguished Professor at Stony Brook University, was acknowledged for his latest poetry collection, "Silver."

Nov 21, 2024

Dubins donate $10M to New York Climate Exchange; total impact reaches $20M

The New York Climate Exchange has announced a significant financial contribution from Glenn Dubin and Eva Andersson-Dubin, MD.

Nov 21, 2024

Carly Gomes named fellow at SUNY's Hispanic Leadership Institute

Carly Gomes, MD, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has been named a fellow in the State University of New York (SUNY) Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) class of 2025.

Nov 21, 2024

Michael E. White named interim director at Stony Brook University's WRMI

Stony Brook University has appointed Michael E. White as the interim director of the Waste Reduction and Management Institute (WRMI).

Nov 21, 2024

Construction companies sue law firms and individuals for orchestrating staged accident fraud

Several construction companies have filed a lawsuit accusing multiple individuals and law firms of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving staged construction accidents.

Nov 21, 2024

Teacher sues Department of Education over alleged mishandling of medical exemption

A tenured teacher has filed a lawsuit against the New York City Department of Education, claiming the agency mishandled her medical exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

Nov 21, 2024

Lawsuit accuses NYPD officers of excessive force and sexual assault

A lawsuit has been filed against the City of New York and several unnamed police officers, alleging violations of constitutional rights.

Nov 21, 2024

Congestion Pricing Tax Scheme Makes a Comeback

Congestion Pricing Tax Scheme Makes a Comeback

Nov 21, 2024

Rocky Point Horror: A Killer Still at Large

Police reports say Joseph Zoll, 61, was discovered at his Quail Road home at approximately 1:25 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9th by a Seventh Precinct officer who was responding to a 9-1-1 call.

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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.


State

Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?

The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.


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Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'

Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.