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Apr 3, 2025

Moriches Elementary hosts W.A.R.M. Week celebrating reading and community support

Moriches Elementary School recently held its annual W.A.R.M. Week, an event highlighting the importance of reading and literacy among its students.

Apr 3, 2025

Brookhaven Division announces library resource workshop for residents

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico has announced a workshop titled "Getting the Most from Your Library," which will be open to residents on April 24 at 6:30 pm.

Apr 2, 2025

Stony Brook University showcases research at Albany expo for first time

SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. and presidents of the four university centers within SUNY recently organized a research expo at the New York State Capitol for the first time.

Apr 2, 2025

William Floyd honors 2025 fine arts wall of distinction recipients

The William Floyd School District's Fine Arts and Music departments held a ceremony to honor the 2025 class of Fine Arts Wall of Distinction recipients.

Apr 1, 2025

Former employee accuses Halmar of wrongful termination over FMLA leave request

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Halmar International, LLC., alleging wrongful termination in violation of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Apr 1, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk discusses improvements at local civic meeting

On March 26, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle participated in the Lake Ronkonkoma Civic monthly meeting at the Sachem Public Library.

Apr 1, 2025

Sagtikos Art Gallery hosts student exhibition at Suffolk Community College

The Sagtikos Art Gallery at Suffolk County Community College's Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood is set to present its 2025 Student Art Exhibition.

Apr 1, 2025

Student art exhibition at Suffolk County Community College's Flecker Gallery to showcase talent

The Flecker Gallery on Suffolk County Community College's Ammerman Campus is set to present its 2025 Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition from April 17 to May 16, 2025.

Apr 1, 2025

Stony Brook professor Gábor Balázsi inducted as AIMBE Fellow for synthetic gene circuit work

Gábor Balázsi, PhD, a prominent Biomedical Engineering professor at Stony Brook University, has been accorded the honor of being named a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE).

Mar 31, 2025

Stony Brook researcher explores cancer drugs for hemorrhagic stroke treatment

Research led by Ke Jian Liu, a pathology professor at Stony Brook University, might pave the way for new treatments for hemorrhagic stroke using existing cancer drugs.

Mar 31, 2025

William Floyd Counseling Center hosts college fair and career expo on April 3

The William Floyd Counseling Center is set to hold its annual "College Fair & Career Expo" on Thursday, April 3, from 6 pm to 8:30 pm in the high school gymnasium.

Mar 31, 2025

Moriches school choir performs national anthem at Stony Brook University event

Students from Moriches Elementary School had the opportunity to showcase their musical talents during a recent Stony Brook Seawolves women’s basketball game.

Mar 31, 2025

William Floyd Robotics Team earns quality award at FIRST Long Island Regional

The William Floyd High School Robotics Team #287 participated in the FIRST Robotics Long Island Regional competition at Hofstra University last weekend.

Mar 30, 2025

Argonaut Insurance sues Midea and Electrolux saying defective dehumidifier caused fire

Argonaut Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against two major corporations, alleging that their defective product caused significant property damage. The lawsuit names Midea America Corp. and Electrolux Home Products, Inc. as defendants.

Mar 30, 2025

Former employee sues Clean Harbors for racial discrimination, harassment, and retaliation

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against major environmental services company Clean Harbors Environmental Services, alleging a series of discriminatory and retaliatory actions that led to his wrongful termination.

Mar 29, 2025

Janet Hyunju Clarke honored with 2025 ALA Medal of Excellence for education initiative

Janet Hyunju Clarke, associate dean of research and learning at Stony Brook University Libraries, has been awarded the ALA Medal of Excellence Award.

Mar 29, 2025

William Paca Middle School students earn CPR certification through local partnership

Eighth-grade students at William Paca Middle School have earned their CPR certification through a collaborative effort with Mastic Ambulance and Stony Brook University Hospital.

Mar 28, 2025

Stony Brook hosts series for high school women exploring careers in STEM

As part of Women's History Month, Stony Brook University is actively engaging high school women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through its High School Women in STEM Career Awareness Series.

Mar 28, 2025

Renaissance School of Medicine celebrates Match Day for graduating students

Students from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University celebrated their Match Day on March 21, marking the next step in their medical careers.

Mar 28, 2025

Quantum Networks Town Hall discusses advancements in U.S.-based initiatives

Five years ago, the quantum community gathered to create a vision for developing a quantum internet in the United States.

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.