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Seven William Floyd High School students participated in Stony Brook University’s inaugural “A Taste of the Trades” program this past summer. The initiative provided hands-on learning experiences aimed at preparing students for careers in construction, clean-energy production, and infrastructure development while introducing them to job opportunities supporting sustainability.

Stony Brook's ASA launches initiatives for enhanced student engagement

Dawn Villacci, director of Engagement and Guest Experience, is on a mission to connect with students and staff at Stony Brook University and enhance their campus experience through the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA). Her goal is clear: to make every interaction with ASA extraordinary.

Cardiologist sentenced for possessing child pornography

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that cardiologist Frank Pollaro, 55, of Deer Park, has been sentenced to four to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child.

Hispanic Heritage Group to host cultural celebration at Brookhaven National Laboratory

The Hispanic Heritage Group at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory will host a celebration of Hispanic culture featuring music and dance performances on Friday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m. in Berkner Hall (Bldg. 488) on the Lab site. The event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required.

Religious meetings this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 8-14

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Suffolk County this week.

Entertainment events this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 8-14

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Suffolk County this week.

Family & kids events this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 8-14

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Suffolk County this week.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 31?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Suffolk Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9?

These former Suffolk Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9.

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Suffolk Reporter area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Suffolk Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Suffolk County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 7, 2024

Brentwood Union Free School District stood out in Suffolk County with 18,598 students enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, the most among Suffolk County school districts, according to the New York State Education Department.

School events this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 8-14

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 7, 2024

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

Cheapest diesel in cities across Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 31

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 31

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Entertainment events this weekend in Suffolk County: Friday, Sept. 6 - Sunday, Sept. 8

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Suffolk County this weekend.

Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

Stony Brook recognized for excellence in high school physics teacher preparation

Stony Brook University has been recognized for the seventh time in nine years by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) as a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club. This accolade acknowledges Stony Brook's achievement in graduating nine physics teachers during the 2022-2023 academic year.

Councilwoman Bonner joins officials at annual Brookhaven senior picnic

Farmingville, NY – On September 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined elected officials at the historic Longwood Estate in Ridge to welcome residents to the annual Brookhaven Town Senior Picnic. The free, two-day event was attended by more than 2,000 senior guests who enjoyed food, dancing, and conversation with friends and fellow seniors.

Stony Brook University recognized for excellence in preparing high school physics teachers

Stony Brook University has once again been recognized for its contributions to high school physics teacher preparation. For the seventh time in nine years, the university has been honored by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) as a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club. This recognition comes after Stony Brook graduated nine physics teachers during the 2022-2023 academic year.

Twin sisters named among top Long Island tennis players by Newsday