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Feb 12, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 8

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8.

Feb 12, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 8

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 12, 2025

William Floyd School District announces two-hour delay due to weather

Due to anticipated weather conditions, the William Floyd School District has announced a two-hour delay for Wednesday, February 12.

Feb 12, 2025

Lawsuit alleges town zoning changes constitute illegal property taking

Kincade Enterprises LLC has taken legal action against the Town of Brookhaven over zoning changes they claim illegally restrict development on their property.

Feb 12, 2025

Lawsuit accuses Town of Hempstead and BusPatrol of illegally issuing 80,000 school bus tickets

A class action lawsuit has been filed against the Town of Hempstead and BusPatrol America for allegedly issuing unauthorized traffic tickets using unapproved monitoring systems across multiple school districts.

Feb 12, 2025

Stony Brook innovators honored on National Inventors' Day

The Office for Research and Innovation, along with Intellectual Property Partners (IPP), took the opportunity on National Inventors’ Day to honor the contributions of Stony Brook University inventors.

Feb 12, 2025

Stony Brook hosts inaugural B.R.I.D.G.E.S., promoting interdisciplinary research among graduates

The inaugural B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Cross-Departmental Graduate Research Conference took place on January 30 at Stony Brook University's Student Activities Center, marking a significant milestone for graduate students across various departments.

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.

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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.