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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.
Woman sues NYPD and city of New York over alleged police brutality and racial discrimination during Coney Island arrest
A woman has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging claims of police brutality and racial discrimination.
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.
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...
Smithtown firefighters respond to residential blaze on Landing Avenue
At around 15:30, the Smithtown Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Landing Avenue.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ESM Has Eight Scholar Athlete Teams
The winter sports season at Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School was certainly one to remember as all eight varsity teams were named Scholar-Athlete teams by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association.
Condon Gets the Call to the Hall
Earlier this week iconic wrestling coach Joe Condon was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
Brookhaven Town's amnesty program saves residents over $3 million in fines
Farmingville, NY — The Brookhaven Town Amnesty program, launched at the beginning of 2025, has achieved significant participation and success, according to Supervisor Dan Panico and the Town Board.
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.
Red-Handed and Reprimanded: Pine Barrens Dumpers Convicted of Evergreen Law Violation
Marvin Sandoval, 29, of Ronkonkoma, and Charles Weiss, 33, of Coram, are expected to pay $15,000 in combined fines.
Hochul Spins Budget Deal, While Lawmakers Say "Not So Fast!"
Gov. Hochul jumps the gun on budget announcement, details yet to be released.
Garden University Spoke to Me
There are few things in the world, and most parents would contest that nothing in the universe, is better than when your child looks up at you with pride.
Greaves Reaches 300 Saves
This week Half Hollow Hills East girls' lacrosse goalie Layla Greaves surpassed the 300 save mark.
National Grid is Raising Rates Again to Pay for NY Green New Deal
The Public Service Commission will vote on this proposal in the coming months. If approved, it means starting sometime this year, you could be paying a higher electric bill so National Grid can update its infrastructure to meet demands of the Green New Deal.
President Donald Trump Marks 100 Days in Office
President Donald Trump Marks 100 Days in Office
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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.
Will Stroman Be In New York?
This weekend Marcus Stroman returned from the injured list and started a game for the New York Yankees. Stroman has had a pretty rough time in pinstripes but optimistic Yankees fans know he is a seasoned veteran arm that can add length to this team.
Islanders Make A Statement In The Draft
All eyes were on the New York Islanders in this weekend's NHL Draft and they delivered in a what that can completely alter a franchise.