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Stony Brook University awards four students Evan R. Liblit Memorial Fund scholarship
Four students from Stony Brook University have been awarded the Evan R. Liblit Memorial Fund scholarship, marking the first time an international student has received this honor.
Three William Floyd athletes listed among Newsday's top boys’ basketball players
Newsday has announced its list of the top 100 boys' basketball players for the 2024-25 season, featuring three seniors from William Floyd High School.
Stony Brook honors late philosopher Don Ihde with memorial conference
A memorial conference was held in November by the Department of Philosophy at Stony Brook University to honor Professor Don Ihde, a distinguished figure in the field of philosophy who passed away in January 2024.
Elf characters bring festive cheer to Tangier Smith Elementary School
Since the beginning of December, Tangier Smith Elementary School has been welcoming students with a unique sight.
Stony Brook University releases Winter 2024/25 magazine issue online
The Winter 2024/2025 edition of the Stony Brook University Magazine is now available online.
Cancer survivor runs Tunnels to Towers 5K with doctors
When Ed Murphy participated in the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in Brooklyn, New York, on September 29, he was not alone.
Stony Brook University introduces new rhetoric and writing bachelor’s degree
Stony Brook University has announced the approval of a new bachelor's degree program in rhetoric and writing.
Elementary school holds second 'Woodhullgiving' celebration
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently held its second annual "Woodhullgiving" celebration, aimed at fostering community spirit and providing meals for those in need before Thanksgiving.
Stony Brook professors advance robotics in civil engineering
Robotics is increasingly becoming a significant tool in civil engineering, with the potential to remove humans from hazardous work environments and reduce physically demanding labor.
Stony Brook celebrates faculty achievements in arts and sciences
The annual Artists, Authors, and Editors celebration by the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University honored faculty for their creative and scholarly achievements.
Footprints show extinct human ancestors shared landscapes
The Koobi Fora Research Project, led by Louise Leakey, has unveiled significant findings from Lake Turkana in Kenya.
Interim President McCormick discusses vision with student leaders at Stony Brook
Stony Brook University Interim President Richard McCormick recently engaged in a "Fireside Chat" with Sarah Alberouti and Lamia Rothi, both vice presidents of the Undergraduate Student Government.
Thanksgiving feasts held at William Floyd Learning Center and Floyd Academy
The William Floyd Learning Center and the Floyd Academy organized Thanksgiving feasts to celebrate the season with their school communities.
100-Year-Old Navy Vet and Author Visits Great Hollow Middle School
Just ahead of his appearance on Mon. Dec. 2nd in Smithtown, Dr. Jack Weber told The South Shore Press the key to good, long living is one-fold: golfing.
Bayport-Blue Point HS Takes it Personally: Outdoor Wellness Center Unveiled
The Bayport-Blue Point school district held a ribbon-cutting on Monday, Nov. 25th to unveil the outdoor portion of its wellness center built to operate as a sanctuary for students to combat their inner turmoil.
Neftali Collazo joins SUNY's 2025 Hispanic Leadership Institute
Suffolk County Community College has announced that Neftali Collazo, the College Associate Dean of Athletics and Special Events, has been chosen as a fellow for the SUNY Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) 2025 cohort.
William Floyd United Teachers hold annual coat giveaway benefiting local community
The William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) recently organized the second annual 1,000 coat giveaway.
ESBOCES students explore culinary arts at Stony Brook University
Students from the Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology's ESBOCES program recently visited Stony Brook University to explore culinary arts.
John S. Hobart Elementary School Dedicates Plaque to Esteemed Artist Al Plastino
In the lobby of the elementary school that bears his name, sits a portrait of former U.S. Senator John Sloss Hobart painted by famed artist and former resident Al Plastino, who had what many would call a “super” career as an artist.
William Floyd student-musicians selected for SCMEA PEAK Festival
Eighteen fourth-grade student-musicians from the William Floyd School District have been selected to participate in the 16th Annual Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) PEAK Festival.
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Sachem's Winter Athletes Honored
The Sachem Central School District was honored at the most recent Board of Education meeting recognizing the student-athletes, coaches and teams from both Sachem East and Sachem North for their outstanding achievements during the winter sports season.
SWR Mourns the Passing of Gilmore
Shoreham-Wading River school district lost a member of their district's family this week when Adrian Gilmore, a high school soccer coach passed away.
LoRe Adds to His Career Numbers
This week Miller Place senior goalie Christopher LoRe hit a milestone when he recorded 500th career save.