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Long Island could be in for a wetter, but warmer, winter, NOAA projects

But predictions for snow totals will have to wait, said the agency, which released its three-month seasonal projection for December through February Thursday.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island weather: Latest forecast

Reps. Suozzi and Gillen receive envelopes with suspicious substance

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Stop & Shop's website and mobile app remain offline, so the chain is offering discounts

First in NewsdayLong-planned community center gets state funding boost

Second measles case of the year confirmed in Nassau County

Only in Newsday'The Universe did you a major favor': LI's Scaramucci weighs in on departure of White House press secretary

Leaf peep on an open-air train ride 2 hours from LI

Fly through vibrant colors aboard the Catskill Mountain Railroad in the Hudson Valley and spend the day in historic Kingston.

Video of Suffolk officers challenging teens to impromptu soccer match goes viral

Only in NewsdayLI's best new restaurants of 2026

Hochul calls inquiry into Rich Schaffer and Suffolk Dems 'political hit job'

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PTA treasurer pleads guilty to stealing $50G from group to use on personal expenses

First in NewsdayRoss Dress for Less opening new LI store in former Wren Kitchens space

Mamdani, other pols urge NYC private property owners not to let ICE use parking areas

Ditch to replace Relish in Kings Park

4 displaced, 3 injured in overnight house fire

NY and CT get $2.7M settlement from health network, IT company for data breach

Only in Newsday'He's still getting away with it': Ex-doc hasn't paid a dime of $1.6B in sex abuse judgments

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What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

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Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

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A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

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Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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Out East: Sannino Vineyard

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A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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Things to do

Fall 5K, 10K, marathons, walks and more on LI

If you were born to run, you won't want to miss being a part of these races.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC20+ free things to do on LI this fall Explore fall colors with LI kayak tours Fall Fun Book: Festivals, farms and 20+ more ways to celebrate the season

Scary good Halloween events on LI, all month long

A legendary fall getaway: Spend the day in this spooky town

Only in NewsdayAll you need to know about this year's Oyster Fest

LI's retro revival: Skating, comic books and arcades

No Plaza? 6 luxury NYC hotels to visit while the iconic spot is closed.

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SCPD officers, teens reunite after making viral soccer video ... Home energy assistance program to open in November ... Giants/Saints preview Credit: Newsday

SCPD officers, teens reunite after making viral soccer video ... Home energy assistance program to open in November ... Giants/Saints preview Credit: Newsday

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Wallet WatchThese 14 LI areas rank among priciest ZIP codes in U.S.

Two Hamptons communities ranked in the top 5, while four Nassau locations ranked among the top 100.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI home prices fall in September from record highs North Fork home prices have doubled since 2019. Here's how high they climbed in the third quarter.See more Wallet Watch coverage

Will Billy Joel be able to perform again? Time and tests will tell.

This Girl Scout is tackling caregiver burnout

Only in NewsdayAddressing criticism, NYS AG says Cornell rape case investigation will be 'fair'

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements so far

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why as endorsements are published throughout October.

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion endorses McCarthy for North Hempstead Town supervisor

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion endorses Saladino for Oyster Bay Town supervisor

COMMENTARY57 million unwanted cars are dragging down Big Auto

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

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What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

02:32

Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

02:03

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

02:34

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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Out East: Sannino Vineyard

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A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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LI teen pleads guilty in fatal stabbing of 15-year-old at house party

Aiden Zachary, who is now 18, will be sentenced as an adult for the killing of Liam Delemo, 15, prosecutors said.

MORE ON THIS TOPICCops: 15-year-old fatally stabbed at Suffolk house party

Hamptons land rezoned, clearing path for luxury homes and golf course

NYS buys 750 acres around Shoreham nuclear power plant for state forest preserve

LI man admits supplying drugs to 13-year-old girl in exchange for sex, prosecutors say

First in NewsdayTown's proposed budget with nearly 6% tax hike includes raises for elected officials

Man sentenced for fatal stabbing of mother-in-law after birthday party

Nation / World

Teen shooter who killed 4 at Oregon elementary school was a former student, police say

Police say a teacher threw her phone at the teenage gunman who killed four people at an Oregon elementary school, then tackled and fought with him.

US is reviving shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing electricity demand and to power data centers

Coastal homes burn as hot winds fuel California fires

US Coast Guard rescues 16 people and searches for more after mayday call off Mexico's Baja coast

New Mexico judge tosses charges against actor Timothy Busfield, citing prosecutor misconduct

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Popper: KAT putting on happy face despite contract dispute

Thursday night's near-triple-double in a preseason game against the Raptors indicated that Karl-Anthony Towns is ready for a run at another title.

Analysis5 early-season questions facing the Islanders

Rock: Are Giants and fans on verge of seeing the real Nabers?

Season PreviewPopper: Can the Knicks repeat? Here's what I think will happen.

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

LI eateries with standout vegetarian dishes

Only in NewsdayPrivate 18-course dining experience opens below popular sushi spot

8 must-try sweet treats for fall

First in NewsdayIHOP headed to Suffolk space formerly occupied by restaurant chain

High School Sports

Chemistry of Hudson Philbrick, Joe Karpowicz thrives again for Ward Melville football

The two connected for three first-half touchdowns in a win over Sachem North in a battle of unbeaten teams.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Suffolk Division I football — Sachem North at Ward Melville High school football blog: Some fantastic finishes to begin Week 6

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Will Billy Joel be able to perform again? Time and tests will tell.

Why we still love 'Lucy' after 75 years

Catching up with WCBS NewsRadio's Tim Scheld

Foghat's drummer calls Long Island home

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

TCM to show Eva Marie Saint marathon

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