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Eight William Floyd High School students receive NYSSMA All-State honors
Eight students from William Floyd High School have been recognized by the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) as All-State musicians, a distinction awarded to top high school performers in New York.
Two people were killed by hit and run drivers on the same day
Ten miles and several hours apart, a man and a woman were both killed in separate hit-and-run incidents.
Holocaust Center warns of rising danger after Mamdani election
Holocaust center sounds warning over antisemitism in wake of Mamdani election.
‘It is hell’: Ex-Congressman George Santos details prison ordeal in Tucker Carlson interview
In a raw, hour-long interview on Tucker Carlson’s show last week, former Congressman George Santos detailed his 84-day federal prison stint, describing squalor, abuse, and a spiritual rebirth that ended with a presidential commutation.
Fall fair draws crowd to historic Avery Homestead
This homestead has become the epicenter of historic preservation in East Patchogue.
New traffic pattern for Mastic Blvd. and William Floyd Parkway
The county is trying a new traffic pattern to relieve William Floyd congestion.
Brookhaven expands online access to over 20 years of property tax records
Residents of Brookhaven can now access more than twenty years of property tax records online, following a new service launched by the Town’s Office of the Receiver of Taxes.
Straw gets a pardon from Trump
Former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry, an eight-time MLB All-Star and three-time World Series champion, announced via Instagram this weekend that he has been pardoned by President Donald Trump for his former tax-evasion conviction.
Floyd moves on defeating a familiar foe
The No. 1-seeded William Floyd Colonials continued their quest for another championship with a dominant 34-14 victory over Sachem East in the Section XI quarterfinals this weekend.
Bayport-Blue Point runs to a playoff victory
The three-time defending Suffolk IV champion Bayport-Blue Point Phantoms are back in form after an up-and-down regular season. The Phantoms had an unusual record by their own high standards — not bad by anyone else’s measure, but a reminder of just how dominant this program has been in recent years.
Bellport celebrates 50 years of greatness
Bellport High School football is celebrating its 50th anniversary this season, marking five decades of excellence, pride, and community spirit.
First-generation student stories featured during Stony Brook University celebration
Nearly 40 percent of Stony Brook University’s undergraduate students are the first in their families to attend college, a demographic that faces unique challenges navigating higher education without family guidance.
Stony Brook Southampton to host public talk on Parkinson's disease with Dr. Ray Dorsey
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Center for Parkinson’s Disease and the Stony Brook University School of Health Professions will host an event featuring Dr. Ray Dorsey on December 3 at Duke Lecture Hall, Stony Brook Southampton.
Stony Brook University Marketing and Communications wins four CASE District II awards
Stony Brook University's Office of Marketing and Communications has received four awards from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District II for 2025.
Stony Brook expands internship program focused on cybersecurity challenges facing energy sector
Stony Brook University’s Office for Research and Innovation has begun the second year of its Energy CyberLearn Internship Program, an initiative focused on preparing students to address cybersecurity challenges in the energy and utilities sector.
Movie Review Medley: The Good, the Great, and the Grand
“Good Fortune” and “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” continue in theaters, while our No. 1 film of the past week was a one-night-only enterprise.
Stony Brook University seeks student art for chemistry-themed exhibition
The College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University is calling for student submissions for its upcoming exhibition, "Arts Everywhere: Showcasing Transformation from Chemistry to Art."
William Floyd School District hosts annual faculty art exhibit
The William Floyd School District Art Department is holding its annual Faculty Art Exhibit at the Susan Hersh Art Gallery, located in the main lobby of William Floyd High School.
Stony Brook occupational therapy students assist older drivers through CarFit program
Second-year doctoral students from Stony Brook University’s Occupational Therapy Program recently participated in a CarFit event aimed at helping older drivers adjust their vehicles for improved safety and comfort.
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Smithtown's Marcus Wertheim Leads Team Australia
Former Smithtown lacrosse standout Marcus Wertheim is dominating on the world stage. The Smithtown alumnus, who currently attends Brown University, led all players at the Super Sixes tournament, delivering an elite performance against international competition.
Sachem's Coach Mercurio Elected to Lacrosse Board
Congratulations to Sachem Athletic Hall of Famer Rick Mercurio, who was elected to the World Lacrosse Board of Directors during the organization’s 2025 General Assembly. Mercurio fills one of two open Strategic Director positions, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the sport.
LaFontaine Heads to the Isles Hall
Pat LaFontaine’s plaque has officially been added to the Islanders Hall of Fame wall, placing him among some of the most legendary figures in franchise history. The former star forward was inducted into the Ring of Honor at UBS Arena, becoming the 17th member to receive the prestigious distinction.