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Mather Nurse recognized for Saving House Fire Victim
Steven Cortes, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, was honored with a lifesaver award from Northwell’s Anesthesia Service Line for his role in saving the life of a house fire victim.
Suffolk County Sheriff Honors High School Student With Service Award
Sheriff Toulon recently presented the "Sheriff Toulon Community Leadership Award" to Kayla Kelly, a high school student dedicated to helping others.
Suffolk County's Top Cop Officially Sworn In
Kevin Catalina was sworn in as the Suffolk County Police Commissioner after he was approved by the Suffolk County Legislature.
WFHS Medical Club Donates $500 to the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital
The William Floyd High School Medical Club, led by William Floyd High School science educator Terri Randall, continued their yearly tradition of donating to the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.
William Floyd Cheer Heads to National Championships, Places Top 5 in Cheerfest
In a historic achievement for William Floyd High School, the cheerleading team is set to compete at the prestigious National High School Cheerleading Championship (NHSCC) for the very first time in Orlando, Florida, from February 7-10, 2025.
Brookhaven Town Clerk Tosses Hat Into the Ring to Run for Re-Election
Kevin J. LaValle kicked off his 2025 reelection campaign at the Rocky Point VFW Post 6249
SCWA Hard at Work Fixing Busted and Broken Pipes Due to Bone Chilling Cold
Since January 1st, SCWA crews have responded to 224 main breaks, more than double the same period last year when 101 main breaks were repaired.
Shock Poll: Gov. Kathy Hochul ‘Underwater,’ says Siena College
According to the Siena College poll, Gov. Hochul has a negative “39-47%” favorability rating, and her job approval rating sits at “44-48%.” This shows little change from December’s poll.
Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team Wins Third Consecutive League Title
The William Floyd boys’ varsity basketball team, led by head coach Will Slinkosky, recently earned their third consecutive League I title with a 72-64 victory over Brentwood.
Suffolk County Cops Make Fast and Furious Bust on Road Warriors
According to police, law enforcement on patrol spotted a 2018 Audi racing a 2011 Infiniti at speeds of more than 90 miles per hour on Sills Road, near Woodside Avenue, in Medford.
Town of Brookhaven and Sachem North HS Celebrate the Life of Teacher Matthew “Dezy” DiStefano
Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, Councilman Neil Manzella and Councilman Neil Foley joined hundreds of Sachem North High School students and faculty, family and friends to honor Matthew “Dezy” DiStefano, who died due to Stage 4 Kidney Cancer in 2020 at the age of 42.
Hundreds Celebrate the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Annual Brookhaven Town Luncheon
A special “Day of Service” luncheon was held at the Bellport Golf Club to honor the life and memory of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
WFSD STEM Teacher Named New York State Master Teacher
Janine Baumiller, a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) teacher at William Floyd Elementary School and the William Floyd Learning Center, was recently selected to join the prestigious New York State Master Teacher Program, a professional development and networking community which promotes and celebrates the work of the state’s high-performing STEM teachers.
Center for News Literacy Hosts Election News Event on September 23
Instructors from the School of Communication and Journalism's Center for News Literacy aim to address this issue in an interactive presentation on Monday, September 23, at 7 p.m. in Humanities 1003.
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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.
Suffolk Cops Slap Cuffs on Father Who Left Two-Year-Old Son in Hot Car
Suffolk County Police announced the arrest of a Patchogue man after law enforcement said he left his two-year-old son in a parked vehicle during extremely hot temperatures.
Eight Dee-Wees a Week: Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Several Drunken Drivers
“I commend my staff for their hard work in safely removing these impaired and dangerous drivers from our streets so residents who drive responsibly can arrive home safe,” said Sheriff Toulon.