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The last few weeks have been hard, with the inflation getting worse and the cold weather starting to get to us. So, I wasn’t surprised when my mother called and told me that due to all the troubles in the world, Christmas was going to be pretty lean this year and that she may not be able to send me as much as she usually does.
Annual pajama drive collects nearly 5,000 donations
Recently, Town Clerk Kevin LaValle visited Connect Church in Centereach to celebrate the success of the annual EJ'S PJS Pajama Drive.
Students adapt holiday toys for children with disabilities
Stony Brook University students and local non-profit organizations collaborated to adapt toys for children with disabilities.
Stony Brook PhD student wins prestigious award for conservation efforts
Stony Brook University doctoral student Florence Aghomo has been awarded the Young Women in Conservation Biology Award by the Society for Conservation Biology Africa Region.
East Patchogue man faces felony charges after mall brawl
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Tavion Elting, an 18-year-old from East Patchogue, on felony weapons charges.
Stony Brook student receives award for conservation biology contributions
Stony Brook University doctoral student Florence Aghomo has been awarded the Young Women in Conservation Biology Award by the Society for Conservation Biology's Africa Region.
Stony Brook University reflects on significant events and achievements in 2024
Stony Brook University has experienced a notable year in 2024, marked by significant events and achievements.
From the Newsroom: Feeling Grateful
As a child, you have no clue about the struggle and sacrifice mothers make for their children. Now that I’m a father, I can’t imagine the stress and anxiety she experienced knowing she could never, ever “Keep up With the Joneses” and have a boatload of gifts under the tree for her excited children. Our childhood home was not a syrupy Hallmark or Lifetime movie. It was what extreme poverty felt and looked like.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 14
2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending Dec. 14
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14.
Gorman of NYS Parks on 30th annual Winter Run Series: 'It's a great kick-off at Heckscher State Park'
The 30th annual Winter Run Series, sponsored by Long Island State Parks, will kick off Sunday, Jan. 12, at Heckscher State Park in East Islip.
Food Lab introduces immunity workshop series with Nadia Ernestus
The Food Lab at Stony Brook Southampton is introducing a workshop series titled "Boost Your Immunity Naturally," which will be led by health coach and educator Nadia Ernestus.
1M awarded for climate resilience projects in New York Metro area
Nearly a dozen communities on Long Island, in the Bronx, and Westchester County are among those benefiting from more than $1 million in resilience planning support grants.
Toys for Tots partners with elementary school to spread holiday cheer
Kindergarten students at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently enjoyed a special event thanks to the efforts of Toys for Tots and a surprise visit from Santa Claus.
Ja'Quan Thomas honored as high school football offensive player of the year
William Floyd High School junior Ja’Quan Thomas has been recognized as the "High School Football Offensive Player of the Year" by the New York Jets and Gatorade.
William Floyd Middle School aids African school with new water well
William Floyd Middle School (WFMS) has been recognized for its successful fundraising campaign to build a clean water well in Africa.
Moriches Elementary hosts annual holiday rock concert with festive performances
Moriches Elementary School recently held its annual Holiday Rock Concert, an event that has become a cherished tradition.
Sweetbriar nature guide on Forest Bathing Walk: 'It is designed to slow us down'
Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown is offering a Forest Bathing Walk at 12 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, designed to deepen the connection between humans and the natural world.
NYS Parks educator calls stargazing on Long Island: 'great opportunity'
New York State Parks is giving Long Island residents a chance to stargaze year-round with after-sunset permits for several parks, as well as special events like meteor shower viewings at Connetquot River State Preserve in Oakdale.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 14
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14.
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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.
Brookhaven Leaders Visit Maryhaven’s Yaphank Business Center
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Deputy Supervisor Neil Foley visited the Maryhaven Integrated Business Center (IBC) in Yaphank for a tour of its packaging and assembly operations and to meet with the individuals whose work powers the facility’s success.
Media’s Tariff Tiff Brushed Back by Trump’s Trillions in U.S. Investments
Forget the negative tariff talk, here’s what Trump’s policies have achieved so far.