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William Floyd students excel at New York State Youth and Government conference
The William Floyd High School Youth and Government program recently achieved commendable success at the 89th annual New York State YMCA Youth and Government conference in Albany.
William Floyd coach Desmond Megna celebrates his 100th career lacrosse win
William Floyd High School's boys’ varsity lacrosse team secured a significant milestone under the leadership of head coach Desmond Megna, who achieved his 100th career victory.
New businesses open in Stony Brook Village with supportive community leaders present
On April 11, 2025, Stony Brook Village in Farmingville, NY, witnessed three ribbon-cutting ceremonies, marking the openings of new and expanding businesses on Main Street.
William Floyd celebrates six athletes named in Newsday's 2025 Spring to lists
William Floyd High School boasts six of its student-athletes named on Newsday's top player lists for the 2025 varsity spring sports season.
William Floyd Elementary celebrates 'No Place for Hate' day with activities and pledges
William Floyd Elementary School recently marked its third year as a "No Place for Hate" institution with a schoolwide event dedicated to the anti-bullying program.
Empire Freight co-founder sues former partners for $10M, alleging embezzlement and racketeering
An entrepreneur has filed a lawsuit against his former business partners, accusing them of orchestrating a complex scheme to defraud him and his company.
Liberty Mutual ses Brooklyn pharmacy alleging $748K no-fault insurance fraud scheme
Liberty Mutual General Insurance Company and other affiliates have filed a lawsuit against Argyle Pharmacy Inc., Mehtab Bibi, and Timur Yuzefpolsky, alleging a sophisticated scheme to defraud them through fraudulent insurance claims.
Stony Brook PhD student wins top prize at endodontists' conference
Abdel Hameed Mahmoud, a PhD candidate at the Department of Oral Biology and Pathology, Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, recently received first place for his research poster at the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) annual meeting in...
Stony Brook honors outstanding alumni for 2025
The Stony Brook School of Health Professions commemorated its 2025 Outstanding Alumni Awards on March 26.
Stony Brook program offers direct path to medicine for high-achieving students
When Meenu Johnkutty began her academic journey at Stony Brook University as a freshman, she had already secured a spot at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM).
Stony Brook researchers advocate for biomedical funding at Capitol Hill
On March 31, two prominent researchers from Stony Brook University, Lilianne Mujica-Parodi and Gábor Balázsi, participated in discussions at Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. The event was part of The American Institute for Medical and Biological...
Stony Brook hosts blood drive for Long Island man battling cancer
Stony Brook University is set to host a blood drive in honor of Aidan Fischer, a Long Island resident facing cancer for the third time.
Stony Brook University Giving Day sets new record with over $1 million raised
Stony Brook University celebrated a successful seventh annual Giving Day, raising over $1 million in a 24-hour span.
Stony Brook physicists honored with 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics
Researchers from Stony Brook University's Department of Physics and Astronomy have been recognized with the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics.
Stony Brook professor awarded 2025 New Horizons in Mathematics Prize
Stony Brook University has announced that Professor John Pardon has been named a co-recipient of the New Horizons in Mathematics Prize.
Luke Zadrazil shares aviation journey with Tangier Smith Elementary students via Zoom
Third-grade students at Tangier Smith Elementary School received a virtual visit from Luke Zadrazil, a freshman at Averett University in Danville, Virginia.
Students at WFLC engage in 'The Masked Musician' activity for cross-curricular learning
Fifth-grade students at the William Floyd Learning Center (WFLC) took part in a unique and collaborative educational experience called "The Masked Musician," inspired by the popular TV show "The Masked Singer."
Brookhaven launches website for Vision Zero community engagement
Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro has introduced a new website to involve the community in developing a Townwide Vision Zero Action Plan.
SBU counselors receive national grant for emotional regulation study
Emotional regulation poses a challenge for many individuals, particularly among college students.
Allyson Silver named among perioperative leaders in 2025 by Becker's Hospital Review
Allyson Silver, Assistant Vice President of Operations for Surgical Services at Stony Brook Medicine, has been recognized as one of Becker's Hospital Review's perioperative service leaders to know in 2025.
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Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park
“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Lesie Kennedy.
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 Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.