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ESBOCES students explore culinary arts at Stony Brook University
Students from the Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology's ESBOCES program recently visited Stony Brook University to explore culinary arts.
Suffolk County Police To Hold Vehicle Auction
The Suffolk County Police Department Impound Section will hold an auction on December 7 at the department’s impound facility, located at 100 Old Country Road in Westhampton.
John S. Hobart Elementary School Dedicates Plaque to Esteemed Artist Al Plastino
In the lobby of the elementary school that bears his name, sits a portrait of former U.S. Senator John Sloss Hobart painted by famed artist and former resident Al Plastino, who had what many would call a “super” career as an artist.
‘Tis the Season! Smithtown-Made “Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point” Now Available On Demand
“Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point,” the new critically acclaimed arthouse flick with mass appeal on the block, and that also filmed just around the block, is officially available to rent via on demand platforms like Amazon Prime Video for $5.99, where it can also be purchased for $19.99.
Good Riddance: Red Light Cameras in Suffolk are No More
Usually, the Monday after Thanksgiving is understandably filled with nothing but languish.
New York Expands Life-Saving “Gio’s Law” to Include Police Carrying EpiPens
In a significant step forward for public safety, an amendment to New York’s “Gio’s Law” now enables police officers in Nassau and Suffolk counties to carry EpiPens, critical devices for saving people from life-threatening allergic reactions. The expansion will equip first responders, who often arrive before paramedics, with the tools needed to save lives during anaphylactic emergencies.
Life Saving Legislation Sponsored by Senator Murray Signed into Law
In a critical step toward saving lives, and just in time for the holiday season, NYS Senator Dean Murray (R,C - 3rd District), has announced that New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has signed his legislation, amending “Gio’s Law.”
Long Island Native Leek Named To Ducks Anniversary Team
A Long Island native has just been named to the Long Island Ducks 25th Anniversary Team.
William Floyd student-musicians selected for SCMEA PEAK Festival
Eighteen fourth-grade student-musicians from the William Floyd School District have been selected to participate in the 16th Annual Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) PEAK Festival.
WUSB-FM seeks support during annual Radiothon amid budget challenges
Stony Brook University's WUSB-FM is concluding its annual Radiothon on Giving Tuesday, December 3.
Stony Brook AIChE attends annual student conference in San Diego
Students from the Stony Brook chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) participated in the 2024 AIChE Annual Student Conference in San Diego.
Montauk businessman sentenced for grand larceny totaling nearly $400K
Suffolk District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing of Mark Ripolone, a former Montauk businessman, to three to nine years in prison.
NYC employee pleads guilty to submitting forged doctor notes
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the guilty plea of Alan Anderson, a 55-year-old employee of the New York City Administration for Children’s Services.
Brookhaven town demolishes abandoned "zombie house" in Farmingville
On December 2, Brookhaven Town officials took action to demolish a long-abandoned property at 691 Horseblock Road in Farmingville.
William Floyd seeks nominations for fine arts wall of distinction
The William Floyd Fine Arts and Music departments are currently seeking nominations for the "Wall of Distinction" Class of 2025.
Stony Brook University addresses food insecurity through student-led initiative
Students from Stony Brook University's School of Social Welfare (SSW) and School of Dental Medicine (SDM) organized a food distribution event last week to address food insecurity.
William Floyd students showcase art at Brookhaven's Red Ribbon Week
Fourteen students from William Floyd Middle School were recognized for their artistic contributions at the Town of Brookhaven’s Red Ribbon Week art exhibition.
Stony Brook alum awarded prestigious Milken Educator Award
John Melandro, a teacher at Tangier Smith Elementary School in Mastic Beach, New York, has been honored with the Milken Educator Award.
Two charged with violating Suffolk’s Evergreen Law over illegal dumping
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the arrest of Charles Weiss and Marvin Sandoval for allegedly violating Suffolk's Evergreen Law.
Scientists explore quantum entanglement inside protons through high-energy particle collisions
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), along with collaborators including Dmitri Kharzeev, a Distinguished Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, have developed a new method to...
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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.
NY man sues mortgage lenders over alleged foreclosure fraud and false claims
A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FM Home Loans LLC, and AJ Partners Lending, accusing them of misconduct in handling his mortgage and foreclosure proceedings.
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.