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Mar 18, 2025

Sunkoo Yuh shares journey from aspiring athlete to celebrated ceramicist

Sunkoo Yuh, a renowned ceramicist and professor of art at the University of Georgia, recently shared his artistic journey during the opening reception for his exhibition "Cycles of Clay" at the Charles B. Wang Center.

Mar 18, 2025

Computer science lecturer receives fellowship to develop innovative course on cultural heritage

Tony Scarlatos, a senior lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and recipient of the 2024 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, has been awarded a faculty fellowship for 2025–2027.

Mar 18, 2025

Stony Brook student earns marine policy fellowship in Senator Murkowski's office

Alyson Lowell, a PhD candidate at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), has been awarded the New York Sea Grant (NYSG) John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship.

Mar 18, 2025

Stony Brook educator Clare Whitney named 2025 Macy Faculty Scholar

Clare Whitney, an assistant professor at Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has been named a 2025 Macy Faculty Scholar.

Mar 18, 2025

Study finds link between teenage boys' exposure to violence and partner aggression

A recent study led by Rachel Kidman from Stony Brook University has found that adolescent boys who experience violence are more likely to engage in intimate partner violence (IPV).

Mar 18, 2025

Advocacy Corps urges Senator Schumer's staff for timely federal research funding

Members of Stony Brook University’s Advocacy Corps recently engaged in a virtual meeting with the Long Island Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director of U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Sen.

Mar 18, 2025

Stony Brook updates EcoLeader Internship Program for enhanced student involvement in sustainability

Stony Brook University is enhancing its sustainability efforts with the updated EcoLeader Internship Program.

Mar 18, 2025

Stony Brook advances green transportation with new sustainability initiatives

Since its inception in 2011, the Stony Brook University Office of Sustainability has been dedicated to offering sustainable transportation options to reduce the university's carbon footprint.

Mar 18, 2025

SBU introduces on-campus micro-farm to enhance dining experience

SBU Eats has launched a micro-farm initiative at East Side Dining on the Stony Brook University campus.

Mar 18, 2025

High school and elementary students collaborate in buddy program

Throughout the academic year, students from William Floyd High School and John S. Hobart Elementary School have engaged in a collaborative buddy program.

Mar 18, 2025

William Floyd High School robotics team prepares for Long Island regional competition

The William Floyd High School Robotics Team 287 recently took part in the FIRST Hudson Valley Regional in Suffern, New York.

Mar 17, 2025

William Floyd Middle School prepares for annual showcase night

The William Floyd Middle School community is set to gather for its annual "Showcase Night" on Thursday, March 20, from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Mar 17, 2025

Wrongfully convicted man sues NYC and NYPD claiming false arrest and planted evidence

A former Brooklyn resident has taken legal action against the City of New York and its police department claiming that he was arrested under false pretenses.

Mar 17, 2025

GEICO sues R Family pharmacy for alleged $2M no-fault insurance fraud scheme

A major insurance company has launched a lawsuit against a Brooklyn pharmacy accused of exploiting New York's No-Fault insurance system through fraudulent pharmaceutical billing practices exceeding $2 million.

Mar 17, 2025

Brookhaven invites residents to join annual clean-up event on May 17

Residents of Brookhaven are being encouraged to register for the 17th Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up, as announced by Town Supervisor Dan Panico.

Mar 16, 2025

Thomas Buffa honored as Suffolk County Commissioner of the Year

Commissioner and former Chief Thomas Buffa has been recognized as the 2024 Commissioner of the Year by the Suffolk County Fire District Officers Association.

Mar 16, 2025

New York bar accused of illegally broadcasting UFC pay-per-view event

Joe Hand Promotions has filed a lawsuit against Pourital Ltd., alleging unauthorized broadcasting of a UFC event at their New York bar without proper licensing.

Mar 16, 2025

Former employee sues Capital One, alleging wrongful termination after seeking pregnancy accommodations

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Capital One N.A., a subsidiary of Capital One Financial Corporation, accusing the company of unlawfully terminating her employment following her request for medical accommodations during a high-risk twin pregnancy.

Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook University launches new lecture series on clean energy transition

Stony Brook University has initiated a new lecture series, "Navigating the Clean Energy Transition," with a breakfast reception held on March 6 at the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology.

Mar 15, 2025

Stony Brook University updates course retake policy after student advocacy

For several years, undergraduate students at Stony Brook University have voiced dissatisfaction with the institution's course retake policy.

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Education

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.


Local

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.