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Jacob Thomas establishes endowed CEAS scholarship at Stony Brook University

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

Jacob Thomas '73 Establishes Endowed CEAS Scholarship

Scientists propose new method for scalable quantum computer production

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

UPTON, N.Y. — Scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have demonstrated that a type of qubit with an architecture more suitable for mass production can perform comparably to those currently dominating the field. Through a series of mathematical analyses, they have provided a roadmap for simpler qubit fabrication, enabling robust and reliable manufacturing of these quantum computer building blocks.

Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

Lindenhurst man pleads guilty to second-degree murder of wife

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Ryszard Murawski, 44, of Lindenhurst, has pleaded guilty to Murder in the Second Degree for fatally stabbing his wife, Wioleta Murawski, in their backyard in January.

Suffolk County: 6,087 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of August

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

There were 6,087 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Suffolk County as of August, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

Stony Brook celebrates half-century milestone with story of Greek teen boxer

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

The Stony Brook Medicine Department of Surgery is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024. The following story exemplifies the department's decades-long commitment to changing and saving lives through skill, innovation, and dedication.

Stony Brook University enhances classroom technology across campuses

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Stony Brook University has implemented significant upgrades in classroom technology throughout 2024, enhancing the academic experience for both faculty and students. The Classroom Technology and Support Services team continues to roll out these improvements across campus.

Floyd Academy principal named Long Island School Hero

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Floyd Academy Principal John DeBenedetto has been selected to receive a Long Island School Hero Award presented by the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying. This award recognizes educators from K-12 and beyond who have demonstrated exceptional qualities such as empathy, patience, creativity, dedication, leadership, compassion, inclusivity, and respectfulness. Mr. DeBenedetto is one of 22 educators honored this year.

Juan Jiminez named finalist for Blavatnik Regional Awards

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Juan Jimenez Named Blavatnik Regional Awards Finalist

Seventh bipartisan LaLota bill passes House to enhance Vietnam veterans' health care

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) announced the passage of his seventh bipartisan bill in the 118th Congress, H.R. 4424, known as the Vietnam Veterans Liver Fluke Cancer Study Act.

Local Government Meeting today in Suffolk County

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Suffolk County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 15-21

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in Suffolk County this week.

Assemblyman honors high school for national STEM ranking

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Assemblyman Ed Flood recently honored Earl L. Vandermeulen High School in Port Jefferson with an official Assembly Proclamation.

Gilgo Beach Task Force releases new details on "Asian Doe" homicide victim

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

The Gilgo Beach Task Force has unveiled new information regarding a homicide victim known as "Asian Doe." The details released include descriptions of the clothing found on the victim. The items include a ‘Chrysantheme’ blue ribbed short-sleeve shirt with a crew neck, a ‘Rafaella’ brand shirt, and ‘Bill Blass’ pants and bra.

Annual meeting returns onsite highlighting scientific advancements

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

After five years of virtual-only gatherings, the annual National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) and Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) Users’ Meeting returned as a combined on-site/remote event. Most of the 531 registrants, representing 32 countries and 140 institutions, participated in person. Held from May 13-17 at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory, the meeting focused on the continued growth and impact of NSLS-II and CFN, which are DOE Office of Science user facilities at Brookhaven.

Gilgo Beach Task Force reveals new details about unidentified homicide victim

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

The Gilgo Beach Task Force has disclosed new information regarding a homicide victim known as "Asian Doe." The details include descriptions of the clothing found on the victim, which may assist in identifying her.

Bay Shore man indicted for additional sex trafficking charges

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 16, 2024

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Danny St. Louis, 43, of Bay Shore, has been indicted on three counts of sex trafficking and other related charges for the alleged commercial sexual exploitation of an additional female victim. St. Louis is already facing 28 felony and misdemeanor charges on a separate indictment for alleged sex trafficking and other offenses.