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Sep 10, 2025

Stony Brook receives $4.9M grant for hospital-based hydrogen storage pilot

Stony Brook University has received a grant of more than $4.9 million from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to develop a hydrogen storage demonstration project at a Northwell Health Hospital site.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook University announces finalists for third annual Stony Awards

Stony Brook University has announced the finalists for its third annual Stony Awards, set to take place in December.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook University partners with NY Climate Exchange on new fellowship supporting climate tech innovators

The New York Climate Exchange, in collaboration with Stony Brook University, has announced its first group of Climate Tech Fellows.

Sep 9, 2025

Suffolk Community College Foundation’s annual golf classic supports scholarships and academic programs

The Suffolk Community College Foundation will hold its 41st Annual Golf Classic on October 20 at Sebonack Golf Club in Southampton, New York.

Sep 9, 2025

Plaintiff alleges excessive force by Long Beach Police Department

A woman is taking legal action against a county and its police department, alleging a violation of her civil rights due to excessive force used by an officer.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook alumni launch Wolves of Wisdom program for incoming students

Stony Brook University alumni have launched the Wolves of Wisdom program to support incoming students as they begin their college journey.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook University to honor Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew for environmental leadership

His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, spiritual leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church, will be honored with The Stony Brook Council University Medal on September 20 at Stony Brook Southampton.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook’s SBU Eats expands sustainable dining with micro-farms and food recovery

SBU Eats, the dining services provider at Stony Brook University, has expanded its sustainability efforts through a series of programs focused on reducing waste and supporting local agriculture.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital sponsors San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons to honor first responders

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital will serve as the Lead Gold Sponsor for the San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons, scheduled for September 13 and 14 at Good Ground Road in Hampton Bays.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook University unveils remodeled campus store with new name and expanded offerings

The Stony Brook University Campus Store has undergone a significant transformation, with a complete remodel and rebranding initiative led by the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA).

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine researchers secure nearly $700K for wound healing innovation

A research team from Stony Brook Medicine’s Department of Surgery, led by Research Associate Professor Gurtej Singh, has received two grants totaling $696,431 to advance their work on wound healing and tissue regeneration.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook University unveils new dining options with SBU Eats updates

SBU Eats has introduced a series of updates to campus dining at Stony Brook University for the new semester.

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook researchers develop AI tool for earlier detection of consciousness after brain injury

A recent study led by Sima Mofakham, PhD, and Chuck Mikell, MD, from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, presents a new artificial intelligence tool that could change how clinicians assess consciousness in patients with...

Sep 9, 2025

Stony Brook University launches inaugural climate tech fellowship with eight innovators

Stony Brook University and The New York Climate Exchange have launched the inaugural Climate Tech Fellowship, selecting eight early-stage innovators for the program.

Sep 9, 2025

Brookhaven Town provides school supplies to over 1,600 children through INTERFACE program

Brookhaven Town’s annual Back to School Drive, organized by the Department of General Services’ Youth Bureau Division through its INTERFACE Program, provided backpacks and essential school supplies to more than 1,600 children in need this year.

Sep 8, 2025

Plaintiffs allege legal malpractice against former attorneys over missed deadlines

Zomongo.TV USA, Inc., Jeremy Ostrowski, and Jocelyne Hughes-Ostrowski have filed a $21 million legal malpractice lawsuit against Colonna Cohen Law, PLLC and attorney Ashlee Colonna Cohen.

Sep 8, 2025

Former USPS employee alleges discrimination by manager leading to assault

Junior Princivil, a former USPS Carrier Technician, has filed a lawsuit against the United States Postal Service, the United States of America, Post Master Adela E. Livingston, and his manager Reginald Eshun, alleging racial discrimination and harassment that culminated in a physical assault.

Sep 8, 2025

Stony Brook hosts congressional staff to highlight impact of federal funding on research

Stony Brook University hosted staff from the offices of Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Representative Nick LaLota, and Representative Laura Gillen for its first annual Congressional Staff Visit Day on August 21.

Sep 8, 2025

Suffolk County Community College announces annual visual art faculty exhibition for fall 2025

Suffolk County Community College will host its Annual Visual Art Faculty Exhibition at the Sagtikos Art Gallery on the Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood from September 17 to October 24, 2025.

Sep 7, 2025

William Floyd girls' volleyball prepares for 2025 season after missing playoffs

The William Floyd girls’ varsity volleyball team is preparing for the 2025 fall season with renewed focus, following a previous year in which they did not reach their playoff objective.

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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.


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Community pride at William Floyd homecoming parade

See who marched in the William Floyd Homecoming parade.


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Veterans Resource Fair at Brookhaven Town Hall

The annual Veterans Resource Fair will be held on Monday, October 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.