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May 2, 2025

Anant Yardi to speak at Stony Brook University’s 2025 convocation

Anant Yardi, founder and CEO of Yardi Systems, is set to deliver the keynote address at Stony Brook University College of Business's upcoming Convocation ceremony on May 21, 2025.

May 2, 2025

Stony Brook students receive SUNY’s Chancellor Awards for Student Excellence

Fourteen seniors from Stony Brook University were among 193 students recognized with the 2025 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, the State University of New York’s highest student accolade.

May 2, 2025

Stony Brook caps Earthstock celebration with environmental fair

Stony Brook University conducted its annual Earthstock Street Fair on April 25, bringing together the campus and nearby communities at the SAC Plaza and Academic Mall.

May 2, 2025

Stony Brook University President-Elect visits Stony Brook Medicine on East Campus

Stony Brook University President-Elect, Andrea Goldsmith, visited the East Campus on April 18.

May 2, 2025

Stony Brook professor recognized by APA for schizophrenia research contributions

Dr. Anissa Abi-Dargham, a distinguished professor at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has been selected to receive the 2025 Award for Research in Psychiatry from the American Psychiatric Association (APA).

May 2, 2025

William Floyd music concert raises $4,500 for student scholarships

The William Floyd School District Music Department recently held its 42nd annual faculty scholarship concert.

May 1, 2025

William Floyd community members receive SCOPE Education Services' 'Shining Stars' awards

Three William Floyd school community members – Gary Bretton, Teresa Jackson, and Lorraine Mentz – have been recognized by SCOPE Education Services as "Shining Stars" for the 2024-25 academic year.

May 1, 2025

Stony Brook hospitals receive top safety grades from The Leapfrog Group

Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital both received an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2025 from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization focused on patient safety.

May 1, 2025

Research on kidney cell communication receives $2.76 million NIDDK grant

Preserving kidney health in patients with diabetes is a significant challenge due to the disease's potential complications over time. Dr. Sandeep Mallipattu, a Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Nephrology & Hypertension at Stony...

May 1, 2025

Stony Brook brings doctors back to school for local high school students

More than 50 physicians, residents, medical, and dental students from Stony Brook’s Renaissance School of Medicine and School of Dental Medicine visited four high schools in Suffolk County, New York, on April 11 as part of Doctors Back to School Day.

May 1, 2025

Stony Brook unveils Alumni Wall to showcase journalism and communication successes

The School of Communication and Journalism (SoCJ) at Stony Brook University has unveiled a new Alumni Wall in its newsroom.

May 1, 2025

Stony Brook University faculty contribute to Climate Solutions Summit NYC on Governors Island

The inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC, hosted by The New York Climate Exchange, took place on Governors Island on April 23-24.

May 1, 2025

Sachem Dental Group establishes endodontics scholarship fund at Stony Brook University

Sachem Dental Group has partnered with the Stony Brook Foundation to establish the Sachem Dental Group Endodontics Scholarship Fund at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine.

May 1, 2025

Stony Brook opens 2025 Commencement season with Grad Day

Stony Brook University launched its 2025 Commencement season with Grad Day on April 16, attracting many students to the Staller Steps and the Charles B. Wang Center.

Apr 30, 2025

William Floyd School District presents proposed 2025-26 budget with zero tax increase

The William Floyd School District has outlined details of the upcoming budget vote and trustee election set for May 20, 2025.

Apr 29, 2025

High school students learn about Suffolk County Accessible Transportation

Students in two programs at William Floyd High School recently participated in a presentation on Suffolk County Accessible Transportation (SCAT).

Apr 29, 2025

Suffolk County Community College students honored as 2025 PTK and Coca-Cola scholars

Six students from Suffolk County Community College have received recognition as 2025 PTK All-State Scholars.

Apr 28, 2025

The Senior Spotlight campaign returns at William Floyd for the Class of 2025

The William Floyd School District has announced the return of its Senior Spotlight social media campaign to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2025.

Apr 27, 2025

Stony Brook University beautifies campus for Earthstock celebration

Stony Brook University’s Advancement team observed Earthstock on April 25 with a beautification effort on campus.

Apr 25, 2025

Emanuelly Ferreira joins U.S. Futsal team for 2025 championship

Stony Brook University sophomore, Emanuelly Ferreira, has been named to the U.S. Women's Futsal National Team for the upcoming 2025 Concacaf Women's Futsal Championship.

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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.