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Apr 10, 2025

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...

Apr 10, 2025

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.

Apr 10, 2025

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.

Apr 10, 2025

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.

Apr 10, 2025

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.

Apr 10, 2025

Alleged MS-13 Gang Member Extradited to Suffolk County to Face Kidnapping And Assault Charges

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Josue Zepeda Padilla, 28, of Huntington Station, was extradited and arraigned on an indictment charging for Robbery in the First Degree, Gang Assault in the First Degree, and other related charges, for his alleged role in the January 6, 2024 violent attack on a 15-year-old at the Pilgrim State Mental Facility in Brentwood that left the child unconscious

Apr 10, 2025

Beauty in the Breakdown: An SSP Play-by-Play of Dave’s Hot Chicken’s LI Debut

Long Island’s first “Dave’s Hot Chicken” is situated at 207 Glen Gove Road Carle Place, and grand-opened last week.

Apr 10, 2025

Tangier Smith Elementary School Class Welcomes Student Pilot Via Zoom

Third-grade students in Mrs. Caitlin Contes and Ms. Michelle Montalbano’s class at Tangier Smith Elementary School recently welcomed – via Zoom – Luke Zadrazil, a college freshman currently attending Averett University in Danville, Virginia, to discuss his studies to become a certified flight instructor and eventually a commercial airline pilot.

Apr 10, 2025

Sponsor Announced for Brookhaven Recycling Efforts

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and members of the Town Council accepted a check for $5,000 from Suffolk Credit Union, a sponsor of the 2025 Town of Brookhaven Recycling Events. The contribution will support thirteen E-Waste, Paper Shredding, and Drug Take Back events across the Town.

Apr 10, 2025

The Champ Is Still in Peak Form

The defending champion Half Hollow Hills boys' lacrosse team are putting on a show early in the new season and their perfect record has been as impressive as can be.

Apr 10, 2025

Beer Is on The Menu for the Ducks

The Ducks have added some flavor to their lineup by signing infielder Seth Beer. Beer begins his first season with the Ducks and seventh in professional baseball.

Apr 10, 2025

Hochul Defies Trump - Says DEI is Staying in New York Schools

President Donald Trump signed Executive Orders (EO) banning use of controversial Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles in any part of the federal government and in any program that receives federal taxpayer funding.

Apr 10, 2025

Deadly Déjà Vu: Gilgo Murders Echo Black Coast Vanishings

South Shore reporter travels to New Zealand and uncovers a story eerily similar to the Gilgo murders.

Apr 9, 2025

Dive Club president on first film festival: 'Renowned divers from all over the country'

The Dive Club will host its first-ever film festival on Saturday, April 12, bringing together diving enthusiasts and renowned explorers for an evening celebrating the ocean’s wonders.

Apr 9, 2025

Unsolved Cases During National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

Crime Victims Rights' Week is this week and Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is looking for your help. SCPD hopes to garner information from the public to aid getting justice for victims.

Apr 9, 2025

So It Goes: Upcoming Billy Joel HBO Doc to World-Premiere at Tribeca

The screening will take place at the Beacon Theatre on June 4. The festival runs through June 15. Additional programming has yet to be announced.

Apr 9, 2025

NY Democrats Move to Stymie Police in the Pursuit of Racial Equity

A new law has been proposed that would prevent police from stopping drivers for a whole slew of basic safety issues.

Apr 9, 2025

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.

Apr 9, 2025

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."

Apr 9, 2025

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.

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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.


Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Horse Racing Authority

Hector Soler has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination after years of service at a leading horse racing association.


Sports

The Colonials Comeback on Senior Night

The William Floyd girls’ varsity lacrosse team showed the crowd that was gathered for senior night an emotional and exciting win this week.