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NY doctor delivers baby in same room as he delivered mom 22 years ago
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. (PIX11) — Life came full circle at one Long Island hospital this week. New mom Emoni Wise gave birth to her baby boy, Legend Wise, on Sunday at Catholic Health Mercy Hospital. Making the moment extra special, the doctor who delivered Legend, Dr. Jay Seraji, also happened to deliver Wise in the […]
Andrew Cuomo testing political waters as campaign committee pays pollster $67,000
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo looks to be gearing up for another shot at a political office as his campaign committee paid a pollster about $67,700 for “polling costs,” according to state financial disclosures reviewed by the Washington Examiner. According to the Expedition Strategies website, the pollster works “collaboratively with campaigns, companies, and advocacy […]
Massive Fireball Streaks Across New York Skies, Causing Explosive Boom
Some lucky New Yorkers who were looking up at the right time got to see a giant ball of light streak across the sky. Soon after, witnesses reported hearing a super loud booms and even felt some shaking. The rare but incredible celestial event happened on the 16th, but NASA...
Fifty-Six Seawolves Earn CAA Football Commissioner’s Spring Honor Roll
RICHMOND, Va. – Stony Brook football saw 56 student-athletes recognized on the 2024 CAA Spring Commissioner's Honor Roll, as announced by the conference office. Five student-athletes earned High Honors with Distinction (4.0 GPA), 12 more earned High Honors (3.7 - 4.0) and 39 more were recognized with Honors (3.0 - 3.7).
Stony Brook University Hospital Recognized for Excellence in Emergency Nursing
The Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) Emergency Department has been selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association’s (ENA) 2024 Lantern Award for demonstrating excellence in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance. The Lantern Award showcases our emergency department’s accomplishments in incorporating evidence-based practice and innovation into...
Private Equity Firm Acquires Stake in HVAC Distributor MARS
LOS ANGELES — Platinum Equity on Wednesday announced a significant investment in Motors & Armatures Inc. — MARS — a leading distributor of HVAC/R parts, supplies and equipment in the United States and Canada. Financial terms were not disclosed. Headquartered in Hauppauge, New York, MARS has served...
Why the Portente Twins, MAT ’20, Believe They Got the Best Education at Stony Brook
Before Austin and Justin Portente, MA ’20, started their interview, Justin wanted to point out that Austin was wearing his shirt — something that Austin denied. But don’t let the playful accusations deceive you, the Portente twins are actually very close. They both attended Binghamton University for their undergraduate studies before enrolling in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at Stony Brook to attain their master’s degrees — Austin in Spanish and French and Justin in social studies.
Ex-Rutgers president to lead N.Y. university
Richard L. McCormick, who led Rutgers University for a decade, will serve as interim president of Stony Brook University, part of the State University of New York, officials announced this week. Since stepping down as Rutgers president in 2012, McCormick has been teaching history and education at Rutgers and writing...
Volunteers wanted for PJS Greenway Trail Cleanup
Three Village Community Trust’s Friends of the Greenway will host its monthly cleanup of the Greenway Trail on Saturday, July 20 starting at a new time of 8:30 a.m. in the Port Jefferson Station trailhead parking lot off Route 112 next to Port Jeff Bowl. Come help keep our community gem clean for the summer. Questions? Email [email protected].
Breeze Airways to double LI service to this Florida destination
Greater Ronkonkoma coverage is funded in part by The Core Station Yards, now leasing brand-new apartment homes in Ronkonkoma. Click here to book your in-person tour today. Long Islanders love Vero Beach, and Breeze Airways has taken notice. The airline has decided to double its MacArthur Airport nonstop service from...
Kathianne Snaden announces mayoral run in Port Jefferson Village
Former Port Jefferson Deputy Mayor Kathianne Snaden has announced her candidacy for the village mayor position in 2025. In a July 8 press release, Snaden stated that “with a year of extensive reflection and growth behind me, I return to the political arena with renewed vigor, authenticity and a stronger connection to the community I love.”
Hempstead Councilman Christopher Carini Dies At Age 49
Nassau County resident and Hempstead Councilman Christopher Carini died at the age of 49 on Sunday, July 14, while on a family vacation in Florida, relatives confirmed. Ladder trucks from the Seaford and Wantagh fire departments draped an American flag as a hearse carrying his body drove through Seaford on Thursday, July 18.
Gov. Hochul, Rep. Suozzi Cut The Ribbon For Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Facilities
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Rep. Tom Suozzi (D–Glen Cove), and state Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti (D–Port Washington) cut the ribbon Tuesday afternoon on the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District’s new state-funded projects, which the electeds called environmental and taxpayer-conscious infrastructure. “Nowhere ever should we take for granted the...
Deputy Minority Leader Drucker Thanks Community For Support of Scott Martella “Supply Our Students Drive”
The drive, which concludes July 24, benefits the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) thanks the Plainview-Old Bethpage and Syosset communities for their generous support of the Scott Martella “Supply our Students Drive” in support of the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless.
Dancing In The Street Returns To Downtown Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay’s “Dancing in the Street” returns this summer for its 13th season. The weekly street fair began on July 5 and will continue through August 16. This annual series is held by the Oyster Bay Main Street Association (OBMSA) and is free to the public. Dancing began on Friday, July 5 and will continue every Friday until mid-August. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will end at 9:30 p.m.
RECAP: The 27th Anniversary Edition of The Long Island International Film Expo
The Long Island International Film Expo (LIIFE) has concluded the 27th Anniversary presentation of the festival, which happened from July 9th – July 14th at the historic Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave in Bellmore. Nominees and Winners. (Winners have an *) Alan Fortunoff Humanitarian Film Award. *Harvey: Voice for...
Jericho Teen Fights Food Insecurity
Misha Gujja, a Jericho High School Student, fights food insecurity on Long Island with the student-led organization Fork and Spoon. Fork and Spoon was founded in 2021 and reports collecting over 50 pounds of food weekly from its partnered restaurants. Gujja founded the organization during the COVID-19 pandemic after reading...
Theodore’s Books Hosts Author Hilary JM Topper
Theodore’s Books in Oyster Bay hosted local author and blogger, Hilary JM Topper, for a conversation with Emily Nitzberg, a cerebrovascular neurosurgery physician assistant, from Mount Sinai Health on Thursday, July 18th at 7:00 p.m. The event focused on Hilary’s latest book, From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete, as...
Men's Lacrosse Announces Fall Schedule; Championship Ring Ceremony Set for Sep. 27
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. | The Farmingdale State men's lacrosse team has announced their fall 2024 schedule highlighted by a Night of Champions Fundraiser & Ring Ceremony on September 27th. Players must be fully cleared and have their own equipment for the first practice. They should each bring a water bottle labeled...
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