Over the past year, students at John S. Hobart Elementary School and William Floyd Elementary School have welcomed Kopa, a three-year-old golden retriever and certified therapy dog. Kopa is owned by school psychologists Joshua Zelin (Hobart) and Lorie Zelin (WFE).
Leo Flores-Gracias, 26, from Huntington Station, has been sentenced to 4 to 12 years in prison for his involvement in a fatal drunk driving crash. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing after Flores-Gracias pleaded guilty to Aggravated Vehicular Homicide and other related charges.
Stony Brook University has unveiled a new seven-foot-tall statue of its mascot, Wolfie, on the Academic Mall. The event took place on September 26 and was attended by Interim President Richard McCormick, the Spirit of Stony Brook Band, and Wolfie himself.
The lowest price of premium 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.
Vinyl flooring has evolved significantly since its introduction in 1933. Once seen as a low-cost alternative to linoleum, sheet vinyl is now favored by many homeowners for its affordability, durability, and variety of styles. Moreover, it is relatively easy to install, making it an attractive option for DIY enthusiasts.
The only price of diesel 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.
Reps. Nick LaLota (R-NY) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), both Navy veterans, have introduced the Gold Star Children Education Act, a bicameral and bipartisan bill aimed at supporting children of Armed Forces members who died while serving on active duty. This legislation would make these dependents eligible for enrollment in Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools on a tuition-free, space-available basis.
Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) and Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY-09) have advanced their bipartisan DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act through the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer paid cybersecurity internships to students in secondary and technical schools, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate institutions. Additionally, it mandates that DHS provide an annual report to Congress detailing the number of participants, job duties, supporting agencies, outreach efforts, and...
The Workshop on Modeling & Simulation of Systems and Applications (ModSim) marked its 13th year in 2024, focusing on sustainable computing. Held at the University of Washington’s Center for Urban Horticulture in Seattle, ModSim 2024 brought together experts to discuss the sustainability of the growing demand for computing.
In 2023, Brookhaven National Laboratory recognized 20 staff members with its highest accolades. These awards include the Science & Technology, Engineering, Brookhaven, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and for the first time, the Distinguished Administrator Awards.
The Brookhaven National Laboratory has announced the recipients of the 2023 Brookhaven Awards, recognizing key contributors in support functions for their outstanding service to the Laboratory.
Senator Murray addressed the Senate on September 27, 2024, to discuss Senate Bill 8358C. This bill aims to establish the Retail Worker Safety Act, which would mandate that employers in the retail sector create and enforce programs designed to prevent workplace violence.