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Stony Brook hospitals receive 'A' grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group
Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (SBSH) have both been awarded an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2024 by The Leapfrog Group.
Southampton man indicted for fatal hit-and-run involving pedestrian
Benjamin Sheen-Waltzer, a 32-year-old resident of Southampton, has been indicted for leaving the scene of an incident without reporting and tampering with physical evidence.
Brentwood man indicted for attempted murder after alleged stabbing incident
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Willie Curry, 36, from Brentwood, on charges of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree and related offenses.
Stony Brook University wins gold at international synthetic biology competition
Stony Brook University's iGEM team has secured a gold medal at the iGEM Giant Jamboree, marking their third victory in this prestigious competition.
Stony Brook hospitals earn top safety grades from The Leapfrog Group
Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital have both received an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2024 from The Leapfrog Group.
Plaintiff alleges Suffolk County violated constitutional rights with firearm policy
A lawsuit has been filed against Suffolk County, New York, challenging the constitutionality of its firearm policies.
Daughter files lawsuit against healthcare providers alleging medical malpractice led to mother's death
Heidi Fischer, acting as the administrator of her deceased mother Margaret Ann Fischer’s estate, has filed a lawsuit alleging medical malpractice and negligence against several healthcare providers.
City of New York sues e-cigarette distributor Price Point over illegal vape sales
The City of New York has filed a lawsuit against Price Point Distributors Inc., accusing the company of illegal e-cigarette sales.
Hochul Blasted For Bringing Back Congestion Pricing Scheme
Trump, Fitzpatrick, and Kassar all Say New York Must Stop Looking to More Taxation as the Answer for Every Problem
Plaintiff accuses Mars Petcare of misleading consumers with 'natural' labeling
A lawsuit has been filed against Mars Petcare US, Inc., accusing the company of misleading consumers by labeling its products as "natural" despite containing synthetic ingredients.
DMV Reminds New Yorkers REAL ID Deadline Less Than 6 Months Away
The deadline to get your REAL ID is creeping up and to avoid delays and the last minute rush, give yourself the holiday gift of a REAL ID.
State Grant Helps Fund New Garbage Truck for Bellport
Waste management in the Village of Bellport will become more efficient thanks to a new garbage truck purchased with the help of a state grant.
Zariel Wins Her 4th In a Row
Zariel won her fourth consecutive Class A crown with a time of 18:49.7 in the 5K. had quite the week! At the Suffolk Cross Country Championships and State Qualifiers at Sunken Meadow Park held on Wednesday, November 6,
Student muralist recognized by SoMAS dean for octopus artwork
The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) recently celebrated student artist Norah Allam for her octopus mural in the Endeavor Hall lobby.
Zariel Macchia wins Suffolk Championship and earns USATF Athlete of the Week
William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has achieved significant success in recent competitions. On November 6, she won her fourth consecutive Class A title at the Suffolk Cross Country Championships and State Qualifiers held at Sunken Meadow Park, completing the 5K race in 18:49.7. This victory qualifies her for the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Cross Country Championships on November 16 at Queensbury High School.
Stony Brook University Highlights Global Impact at 'Unstoppable Momentum' Event
Stony Brook University recently celebrated its global impact at the "Unstoppable Momentum" event held on October 25. The gathering highlighted stories of the university's efforts to shape a better future for students, the community, and the planet.
Stony Brook team explores offshore wind farm's impact on future energy
In 2016, Block Island, Rhode Island, transitioned from diesel generators to five offshore wind turbines, marking the first commercial offshore wind farm in the United States.
Stony Brook women’s soccer wins CAA title; faces Penn State next
The Stony Brook University women's soccer team secured its first-ever Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) championship by defeating Monmouth 2-1 on November 9.
New director Dino Martins discusses climate research at Turkana Basin Institute
Dino Martins, a Kenyan entomologist and evolutionary biologist, took over as the director of Stony Brook University's Turkana Basin Institute in September.
William Floyd United Teachers Hosts Second Annual Coat Giveaway on November 23
William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) is set to host its second annual 1,000 Coat Giveaway on Saturday, November 23. The event will take place at the William Floyd High School west gymnasium, starting at 9 a.m. WFUT invites the community to participate in this event designed to support families as temperatures drop and holiday celebrations begin.
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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.
My Fantasy Baseball Experience - Rookie Performers
I hope you had a good weekend and enjoyed my last edition of My Fantasy Baseball Experience. This week I will be talking about how to treat young players.
Staten Island woman sues NYPD and city for alleged false arrest and excessive force
A Staten Island resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and unnamed NYPD officers, alleging civil rights violations stemming from an incident in May 2024.