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Stony Brook students explore history at National Abolition Hall of Fame

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Students from Stony Brook University's Living Learning Community, part of the Socially Just Seawolves (SJS) program, visited the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in Peterboro, NY, on October 14-15.

Students gather at Be Well Fest 2024 for health services

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Be Well Fest made a return for its second year, drawing over 400 students to engage with Student Health, Wellness, and Prevention Services.

Dubins donate $10M to New York Climate Exchange; matched by Simons Foundation

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

The New York Climate Exchange has announced a significant financial contribution from Glenn Dubin and Eva Andersson-Dubin, MD.

Suffolk County hosts new traffic safety resource prosecutor for New York

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as the New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP).

LaLota supports bill aimed at improving veterans' healthcare

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Rep. Nick LaLota, representing Suffolk County, announced his support for H.R. 8371, the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.

William Floyd High School students recognized for academic excellence by Brookhaven Town

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Twenty-seven students from William Floyd High School were recognized for their academic achievements at the 11th annual Town of Brookhaven Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.

Research reveals seasonal brain adaptation in Eurasian common shrew

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

New research from Stony Brook University has shed light on the unique ability of the Eurasian common shrew to alter its brain and body size with seasonal changes.

Nassau officials oppose NYSED's proposed school district regionalization plan

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Senator Mario R. Mattera, representing the 2nd Senate District, recently joined forces with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Senator Jack Martins of the 7th Senate District, along with other members of the Long Island Senate Republican...

Guatemalan Chamber of Commerce launches with Assemblywoman Giglio's support

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio participated in the official launch of the Guatemalan Chamber of Commerce, held at Atlantis Banquets in Riverhead.

Study reveals AI struggles with NYT word game Connections

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

A recent study led by Tuhin Chakrabarty, an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University, alongside researchers from Columbia University, has revealed that the New York Times word game 'Connections' poses a...

Senator Mattera hosts holiday drive to aid local families

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Senator Mario R. Mattera is organizing a holiday donation drive to support families in need.

Carly Gomes joins SUNY's 2025 Hispanic Leadership Institute

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Carly Gomes, MD, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has been named a fellow in the State University of New York (SUNY) Hispanic Leadership Institute's class of 2025.

Michael E. White named interim director at Stony Brook University's Waste Reduction Institute

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Stony Brook University has appointed Michael E. White as the interim director of The Waste Reduction and Management Institute (WRMI), part of the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).

Study reveals seasonal body size changes in Eurasian common shrew

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Research conducted at Stony Brook University has shed light on the unique adaptation of the Eurasian common shrew, which alters its brain and body size seasonally.

Nick LaLota calls for action on flood aid and criticizes commuter tax

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Congressman Nick LaLota has raised concerns about disaster recovery efforts following recent floods in Suffolk County while also criticizing a proposed commuter tax by New York Democrats as unfairly burdensome on suburban taxpayers.

Michael E. White named interim director at Stony Brook's WRMI

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 21, 2024

Stony Brook University has appointed Michael E. White as the interim director of the Waste Reduction and Management Institute (WRMI), part of the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).

9 gas stations in cities throughout Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Nov. 16

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 20, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at nine gas stations in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Suffolk County in week ending Nov. 16

By Suffolk Reporter | Nov 20, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.