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Feb 11, 2025

Stony Brook hosts grant writing workshop with NEH & ACLS experts

The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook University is organizing a regional grant application writing workshop on February 27.

Feb 11, 2025

Artisan market at Stony Brook University highlights student creativity

Stony Brook University is set to host a new Artisan Market, organized by the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA) Department of Engagement and Guest Experience.

Feb 10, 2025

Study links brain signals with sweet food attraction

Researchers at Stony Brook University have identified a specific signal in the brain that may influence sensitivity and preference for sweet tastes.

Feb 10, 2025

Neurosteroids linked to reduced sweet taste preference: Stony Brook University study

Researchers at Stony Brook University have explored the influence of neurosteroids on taste preferences using a laboratory brain model.

Feb 10, 2025

AI-grid project seeks resilience in power systems through advanced technology

Peng Zhang, a professor at Stony Brook University’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, is leading an AI-grid project to enhance the resilience of power grids.

Feb 10, 2025

Rhona Tarrant delivers lecture on open source investigations into conflict

Rhona Tarrant, executive editor of CBS News Confirmed, is set to deliver the annual Marie Colvin Distinguished Lecture on February 26.

Feb 10, 2025

Lauren Brookmeyer elected chair of APLU's Council on Governmental Affairs

Stony Brook University has taken a significant step in the Washington, DC higher education community with the election of Lauren Brookmeyer as chair of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ (APLU) Council on Governmental Affairs...

Feb 9, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk Addresses Senior Club on Scam Preventions

On February 5, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle attended a meeting of the Farmingville Senior Club at the Farmingville Fire Department.

Feb 9, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 1

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1.

Feb 8, 2025

New York Post features William Floyd Runner Zariel Macchia's athletic achievements

William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has been highlighted in the New York Post for her numerous athletic achievements.

Feb 8, 2025

William Floyd High School students perform national anthem at legislative meeting

Three students from William Floyd High School's Acabellas performed the national anthem at a Suffolk County Legislature meeting on February 4.

Feb 8, 2025

Councilwoman Bonner swears in new Rocky Point Civic Association board

On February 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in a ceremony at the Fischer VFW Post 6249 in Rocky Point to swear in the new board members of the Rocky Point Civic Association.

Feb 7, 2025

Lawsuit alleges civil rights violations by Nassau County officials during pre-trial detention

A lawsuit has been filed against Nassau County and several associated entities, accusing officials of severe civil rights violations during pre-trial detention. The complaint was submitted on January 22, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York by plaintiff Sandy Sanchez.

Feb 7, 2025

Lyft driver alleges hate crime following attack by multiple individuals

A lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York by Anthony McCoy, a Lyft driver and veteran, accusing several individuals of a hate crime following an alleged attack on January 28, 2023.

Feb 7, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 1

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1.

Feb 7, 2025

William Paca Middle School's SOAR initiative highlighted on LI News Radio

William Paca Middle School was recently featured on "Spotlight on LI Schools," a program on Long Island News Radio 103.9 FM that showcases positive developments in local schools.

Feb 7, 2025

William Floyd celebrates record number of students in SCMEA All-County

A total of 124 student-musicians from William Floyd School District have been recognized by the Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) for All-County honors.

Feb 6, 2025

Former detainee sues Nassau County correctional facility over assault and negligence

A former detainee has filed a lawsuit against the County of Nassau and several associated entities, alleging severe civil rights violations during his detention at the Nassau County Correctional Center.

Feb 6, 2025

Class action accuses Arena Technical Resources of negligence in data breach

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Arena Technical Resources, LLC, accusing the company of mishandling sensitive personal information that led to a data breach. Juliette Ugarte filed the complaint on January 23, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Feb 6, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest midgrade gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 1

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1.

Daily Feed

Local

Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park 

“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Lesie Kennedy.


Opinion

Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories

I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.


State

State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up

Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.