Ten William Floyd High School seniors have earned the AP Capstone distinction on their future high school diplomas based on their performance on AP exams through May 2024. To earn this designation, students must score a 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and a 3 or higher on four additional AP exams of their choosing.
Stony Brook, NY — On September 26, 2024, Interim President Richard L. McCormick addressed the Stony Brook University community in his inaugural State of the University speech. Speaking to a diverse audience of faculty, staff, students, and local residents, Dr. McCormick shared his appreciation for the warm welcome he received upon joining the university.
Michelle Ballan, a professor and associate dean for research at the Stony Brook School of Social Welfare, was awarded The HERALD 2024 Excellence in Healthcare Award on September 18. This award recognizes individuals whose dedication and commitment have significantly impacted the health and well-being of others.
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Stony Brook University has announced a record-breaking increase in philanthropic support for the fiscal year 2024, raising over $654 million. Approximately 85 percent of these funds are directed towards endowment gifts aimed at supporting the university's future generations.
On September 24, Supervisor Dan Panico was present to thank the Town of Brookhaven’s demolition crew as they prepared to demolish a blighted house and cottage in Middle Island. This action will pave the way for preserving 3.5 acres of critical open space. The Town acquired the parcel along East Bartlett Road to protect it from future development and maintain its natural state. The land is situated on the boundary between the Core of the Central Pine Barrens and the Compatible Growth Area. It features a quarter-acre pond, rolling topography, and old-growth woodlands.
Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has pleaded guilty to Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree. This charge stems from his illegal disposal of hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in April 2023.
Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has admitted to illegally dumping hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center. The incident occurred in April 2023, and Pulley pleaded guilty to Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree.
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a significant paving project in Mount Sinai. The project, which covered 15 roads, had a total cost of approximately $1.3 million.
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of two paving projects in Port Jefferson Station.
Amy Willi, a 45-year-old resident of Mastic, has pleaded guilty to Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree following an incident where her dog, Kojo, mauled a two-year-old boy and attacked the child's uncle. The announcement was made by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
Christopher Doran, a 66-year-old resident of North Babylon, has been indicted on charges of Attempted Robbery in the First Degree and related offenses. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment following an alleged incident involving a woman hired to clean Doran's apartment.
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the resurfacing of Hawkins Path from Hawkins Road to County Road 83, as well as Hawkins Road from North Bicycle Path in Selden to Hawkins Path in Centereach.
Department of Computer Science Professor Steven Skiena, along with his former students Rami al-Rfou and Bryan Perozzi, received the 2024 KDD Test of Time Award for their work on graph representation learning.
Joe Verghese, MBBS, MD, MS, has been appointed chair of the Department of Neurology at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University. His appointment by Peter Igarashi, MD, Knapp Dean of the RSOM, will commence on October 14. Dr. Verghese is recognized nationally for his expertise in gait and cognition in aging.
William Floyd High School senior Nia Alicea has been named a Commended Student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. This recognition is awarded to 34,000 students nationwide for their academic excellence.
Joe Verghese, MBBS, MD, MS, has been appointed Chair of the Department of Neurology at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University. The appointment was made by Peter Igarashi, MD, Knapp Dean of the RSOM. Dr. Verghese is a recognized expert in gait and cognition in aging and will begin his new role on October 14.