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Expert named chair to lead neurology department at Stony Brook University

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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WFHS student honored as National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Student

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 25, 2024

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.

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Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

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Cognitive aging specialist Joe Verghese named chairperson at Stony Brook's neurology department

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

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.

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Brooklyn man found guilty of second-degree murder after attempted robbery

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Basheer Vinson, a 29-year-old from Brooklyn, has been found guilty of second-degree murder, attempted assault in the first degree, and other related charges. This follows a jury trial concerning a 2020 attempted robbery and shooting that resulted in the death of Mark Birthwright, 26, from Bay Shore and injuries to Robert Brown, 30, from Bellport.

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William Floyd's Zariel Macchia recognized among top cross-country runners by Newsday

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Zariel Macchia, a senior student-athlete on the William Floyd High School cross-country team, has been named one of the top 25 girls’ cross-country runners by Newsday. In its feature, Newsday stated, “She won the Federation title in 17:59.4 and finished second in Class A, and in the merge, in 17:44.3 at the public-school state championships. The BYU commit, who already has a Class A title to her name, is the fastest runner in the state…and one of the fastest girls in the country.”

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Stony Brook University Hospital honored for environmental sustainability excellence

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized for its environmental sustainability efforts in healthcare. Vizient, Inc., a leading healthcare performance improvement company, named SBUH a top performer among comprehensive academic medical centers, awarding it the Environmental Sustainability Excellence Award.

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Holtsville woman indicted for theft and robbery followed by high-speed chases

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Nina Cahill, 42, of Holtsville, has been indicted on charges including Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree for allegedly stealing a vehicle, robbing a bank, and leading police on two car chases. The incident culminated in a collision with a police vehicle that injured an officer.

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William Floyd School District informs parents about student data release under federal law

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

The William Floyd School District has announced that it must comply with a federal mandate requiring the release of student information to military recruiters upon request. This directive is part of the No Child Left Behind Act, an amendment to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA).

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LaLota passes amendment addressing pine beetle devastation

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) has successfully passed an amendment to H.R. 8790, the Fix Our Forests Act, which aims to address the damage caused by the southern pine beetle in the Northeast, particularly within Long Island's Pine Barrens. The amendment instructs the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a comprehensive study on the causes, effects, and solutions for the infestation of pine beetles in this region.

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Stony Brook University Hospital honored for environmental sustainability

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized for its achievements in environmental sustainability in healthcare. Vizient, Inc., the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company, named SBUH a top performer in the comprehensive academic medical center group, earning the Environmental Sustainability Excellence Award.

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Stony Brook University sees record high first-year student enrollment

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Stony Brook University has welcomed its largest-ever incoming class of first-year students, marking a 13% increase in first-year undergraduate student enrollment. The total number of new first-year students for the Fall 2024 term is 4,042, up from 3,569 in Fall 2023. Additionally, there are 1,334 new transfer students this fall compared to 1,286 last year, representing a 4% increase.

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PCORI awards $1M grant for predictive modeling in healthcare

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has awarded $1.05 million to Fusheng Wang, a professor in the departments of Biomedical Informatics and Computer Science, and his team. The team includes Richard Rosenthal, MD, a professor and addiction psychiatrist from the Department of Psychiatry. Their research aims to develop machine learning models for predicting patient outcomes.

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Stony Brook University to unveil statue honoring mascot Wolfie

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Stony Brook University will unveil a statue of its mascot, Wolfie the Seawolf, on Thursday, September 26, at 4 pm. The statue includes a dedicated bench for resting and taking photos. A rain date is set for Friday, September 27, at 11 am.

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Professor discusses veteran illness at Pentagon briefing

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Anthony Szema, a research assistant professor in the Department of Technology and Society, recently participated in a Pentagon briefing to discuss his work with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Szema aims to help soldiers who suffer from Iraq Afghanistan War Lung Injury (IAW-LI) with coverage for medical assistance.

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Stony Brook sees record enrollment amid rising diversity

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 24, 2024

Stony Brook University has welcomed its largest incoming class of first-year students in its 67-year history. The university, a prominent institution in New York State, reported a 13% increase in first-year undergraduate enrollment for the fall 2024 term. A total of 4,042 new first-year students joined the campus, up from 3,569 in fall 2023. Additionally, transfer student numbers rose by 4%, with 1,334 new transfers compared to the previous year's 1,286.

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How many students were enrolled in Suffolk County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 23, 2024

Suffolk County ranked third highest in enrollment numbers among New York State schools in the 2022-23 school year.

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Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 23, 2024

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 22-28

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 23, 2024

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

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Stony Brook unveils eco-friendly biodiversity survey craft for Shinnecock Bay

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 23, 2024

Stony Brook University, in collaboration with the University of Waterloo, citizens of the Shinnecock Indian Nation, Open Ocean Robotics, and McLane Research Laboratories, has unveiled a solar-powered, remote-controlled craft that can autonomously roam Shinnecock Bay for months. This vessel gathers vital data on species inhabiting the waters without harming the ecosystem.