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Dec 13, 2024

College departments host inaugural Chemistry and P&A 5K Challenge

Two departments from the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University, the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, collaborated for a new event on December 9.

Dec 13, 2024

Stony Brook University choral concert highlights diverse voices in winter performance

Stony Brook University's winter choral concert showcased a collection of songs that conveyed themes of hope, love, and peace.

Dec 13, 2024

Nature writing class culminates in student photo exhibit at SoMAS

At the start of the Fall 2024 semester, David Taylor and Chris Paparo launched a new course titled Nature Writing and Photography (SUS 350).

Dec 13, 2024

Stony Brook honors record number of fellowship applicants

This year, over 100 students submitted applications for competitive fellowships for the 2025-26 academic year, marking the largest group ever.

Dec 13, 2024

Moriches Elementary celebrates creativity in annual pumpkin carving contest

In late October, Moriches Elementary School hosted its 45th annual "Great Pumpkin" contest.

Dec 13, 2024

Gang member sentenced to 13 years for multiple charges

Janell Johnson, known as "Jah Jah," has been sentenced to 13 years in prison.

Dec 12, 2024

Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 7

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Dec 12, 2024

Stony Brook launches video series highlighting diversity perspectives

Members of the Stony Brook University community have an opportunity to express what Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) means to them through a new video series.

Dec 12, 2024

Stony Brook University fosters partnerships for climate solutions

The Collaborative for the Earth (C4E) at Stony Brook University held its third town hall event on December 4, aiming to strengthen partnerships with community and industry leaders.

Dec 12, 2024

Live Christmas tree safety demonstration highlights potential hazards

Farmingville, NY – On December 12, Supervisor Dan Panico and the Town Board attended a demonstration led by Brookhaven Town Chief Fire Marshal Chris Mehrman.

Dec 12, 2024

Moriches Elementary School's card drive brings holiday cheer to local seniors

Moriches Elementary School collaborated with New York State Senator Dean Murray and the organization "Voices for Seniors" to conduct a holiday greeting card drive.

Dec 12, 2024

Supervisor Panico acknowledges land use committee's role in North Bellport revitalization

Recently, Supervisor Dan Panico attended an event at Porter's restaurant in Bellport Village to express gratitude to the North Bellport Land Use Planning Committee.

Dec 12, 2024

William Floyd High School NJROTC excels at annual inspection and wins color guard competition

The William Floyd High School NJROTC recently completed their Annual Military Inspection and Pass-in-Review.

Dec 12, 2024

Wolfie Tank celebrates ten years fostering student entrepreneurship at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University's Wolfie Tank, a pitch competition inspired by the television show Shark Tank, recently celebrated its 10th anniversary.

Dec 12, 2024

DOE's national research centers celebrate four years advancing quantum technology

Since their inception in 2020, the U.S. Department of Energy's National Quantum Information Science Research Centers (NQISRCs) have made significant strides in quantum computing, communication, sensing, and materials.

Dec 12, 2024

Stony Brook celebrates anniversary of gratitude initiative honoring faculty and staff

Stony Brook University recently celebrated the first anniversary of its Gratitude Gram initiative.

Dec 12, 2024

Stony Brook students receive Mow Shiah Lin Scholarship for scientific achievements

Pallavi Surana and Varun Ravi Kankanallu, doctoral students at Stony Brook University, have been awarded the 20th annual Mow Shiah Lin Scholarship.

Dec 12, 2024

Campus Beautification Committee enhances Stony Brook University with diverse art projects

The Campus Beautification Committee (CBC) at Stony Brook University has been actively working to enhance the campus environment through various art projects.

Dec 11, 2024

Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 7.

Dec 11, 2024

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 7

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 7.

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.