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Mar 5, 2025

School district releases 2025-26 calendar with new orientation day

The school district has released the single-page calendar for the 2025-26 academic year.

Mar 5, 2025

Study suggests timing is key for preventing age-related brain decline

A recent study published in PNAS has revealed a distinct trajectory for brain aging, characterized by critical transition points.

Mar 5, 2025

Stony Brook professor awarded Fulbright scholarship for women's health research

Stony Brook University has announced that Professor Marci Lobel, a distinguished teaching professor in the Department of Psychology, has been awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award for 2025-2026.

Mar 5, 2025

Brookhaven councilwoman brings town hall meetings directly to residents

Brookhaven Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig is set to host in-district office hours at the Moriches Bay Recreation Center in Center Moriches on Tuesday, March 18th.

Mar 5, 2025

Suffolk County Community College hosts open house at multiple campuses

Suffolk County Community College is set to host an open house for new and prospective students on April 6, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. The event will be held across all three campuses in Riverhead, Selden, and Brentwood, as well as the Culinary Arts...

Mar 4, 2025

Exhibit by Annemarie Waugh opens at Suffolk County Community College

Across the Pond, an exhibit featuring the work of Annemarie Waugh, will be showcased at the Lyceum Gallery in the Montaukett Building on Suffolk County Community College’s Eastern Campus.

Mar 3, 2025

William Floyd wrestlers advance to state championships after county success

Two wrestlers from the William Floyd girls' wrestling team have made history at the inaugural Suffolk County Championships.

Mar 3, 2025

Stony Brook University launches 10-week geothermal energy program

Stony Brook University has launched a 10-week program focused on geothermal energy, which began on March 4.

Mar 3, 2025

Stony Brook University receives $12M grant for marine energy research

The Atlantic Marine Energy Center, a part of the Department of Energy, has allocated $12 million to a research project at Stony Brook University aimed at advancing marine energy.

Mar 3, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates Women's History Month with diverse events

Stony Brook University is marking Women's History Month this March with a series of events and activities under the theme "Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations."

Mar 3, 2025

Brookhaven announces recipients of the 2025 Women’s Recognition Awards

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has revealed the recipients of the 2025 Women's Recognition Awards.

Mar 3, 2025

Stony Brook professor joins RAD-AID mission to improve healthcare in Cape Verde

The new year presented an unexpected opportunity for Joseph Whitton, a clinical assistant professor and program director of Radiologic Technology/MRI at Stony Brook University.

Mar 3, 2025

Stony Brook student recognized for contributions to humanities research

Laci Burton, a University Scholar at Stony Brook, has been named the URECA researcher of the month for March.

Mar 3, 2025

New York real-estate firm accuses multiple Hong Kong entities of crypto-fraud scheme

A New York real-estate developer has filed a lawsuit against several individuals and entities accused of orchestrating a crypto-fraud scheme known as pig-butchering scams that cost him over $3.6 million dollars.

Mar 3, 2025

Construction companies accused of wage violations

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against multiple construction companies alleging they failed to pay overtime wages according to federal and state laws.

Mar 2, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 22

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mar 2, 2025

Smithtown Fire Department honors late Father Daniel Bitsko by renaming meeting room

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the renaming of its Main Meeting Room in memory of Father Daniel Bitsko, a respected member of both the department and the local community.

Feb 28, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest diesel during week ending Feb. 22

1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 28, 2025

William Floyd Middle School hosts student bistro to reward good behavior

William Floyd Middle School organized its annual Student Bistro event in the faculty lounge, celebrating students recognized for positive behavior through the school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program.

Feb 28, 2025

William Floyd wrestler wins Suffolk County title; heads to state tournament

The William Floyd High School boys’ varsity wrestling team recently participated in the Suffolk County Championships, achieving notable success.

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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.