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He was selected out of 700 submissions for the gig.

23-year-old LIer lands gig as Quiet Riot's new frontman

"Primetime" centers on a terrific performance from Robert Pattinson, who plays Hansen as ambitious, vainglorious and a little ridiculous.

'To Catch a Predator' dramatization is an unsettling thriller

He'll make his debut on Tuesday's edition of "Jesse Watters Primetime."

Fox News adds Billy Bush

The Piano Man will do a live call-in show on the Billy Joel Channel Thursday at 2 p.m.

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The 90-minute, family-friendly show focuses on the wonderment of being a kid again.

Magician channels his LI roots at Paramount this weekend

Catch Long Island's Michael Catuosco on the Fox culinary competition Thursday night.

Commack chef to compete on 'Hell's Kitchen'

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Tribute bands are attracting dedicated fans, offering affordable alternatives to seeing original artists live.

Even better than the real thing? Why LI loves tribute bands.

"Lost Interview" with the Piano Man premiere in Stony Brook Sept. 25 amid controversy.

Not quite just the way he is: AI's role in Billy Joel doc

The pop star says "I can't wait to see my Long Islanders," ahead of Thursday's concert.

'Tell It to My Heart' singer Taylor Dayne comes home for show at The Suffolk

The drummer later became a filmmaker who helmed two of Joel's music videos.

Billy Joel bandmate, Jon Small of The Hassles, dies at 79

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Ken Buffa sees what it takes to make signs glow at Going Sign & Servicing in Plainview in this week's LI Works.

LI Works: Ken is all aglow at neon sign maker

Floyd twin seniors Anabel and Lydia Van Cott are double trouble for the competition on the tennis courts, NewsdayTV's Tess Fergurson reports.

Double trouble on the tennis court for Floyd

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a unique sanctuary in Calverton where veterans and first responders find healing through equine therapy with rescue horses.

Out East: Warrior Ranch Foundation

NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin visits No Good Burger Joint in Baldwin.

Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

The Long Island Sound water quality is improving, nonprofit Save the Sound says, but there's more to be done. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Long Island Sound water quality: See what the latest report card says

A renovated Belmont Park unveils new amenities on Friday, as it reopens after more than three years and $550 million in renovations, NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Horse racing returns to Belmont Park after renovation

Residents say deer have been spotted in backyards and local streets as a result of the uptick in population. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Nassau's North Shore fights exploding deer population

As fixed-rate mortgages approach 7%, the highest level since 2007, Long Island homebuyers are also contending with low inventory and high prices. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Homebuyers face high mortgage rates and prices

Supporters of "through-running" would like to see LIRR trains adding stops beyond Long Island. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports.

What is through-running and will it work at Penn Station?

Sample knishes, loaded mashed potatoes, a beer garden and more at the Long Island Potato Festival at Farmingdale State College on Sept. 26-27.

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A Siena research poll found that Long Islanders overwhelmingly want officials to crackdown on illicit spas. Newsday politics reporter Bahar Ostadan has the story.

'Looking for a more comprehensive solution'

By embracing his mother, Joshua Wilck violated a court order for him to stay away from his parents. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Man charged with attacking parents arrested after hugging mother in court

'Making the grade in many places'

The rankings saw a shake-up this year, as U.S. News focused on how well schools prepare a wide range of students to thrive in their careers and financial lives after graduation. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'More of a focus on post-graduate outcomes'

The board designed to investigate detainees' concerns hasn't met since early 2021, public records show. Newsday investigative reporter Peter D' Auria explains.

'It didn't really do a whole lot'

Nassau County police said Nolan Gaugler, 34, was conducting a chemical experiment when the mixture "reacted violently." NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Of course it was dangerous'

Hampton Shipyard was bought by a new ownership group two years ago and it is seeking to expand. But nearby residents say the expansion would not fit their neighborhood. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

'We want smart development. We want it environmentally sensitive'

'There are just too many'

A new report finds more than 36% of Suffolk schools and nearly 34% of Nassau schools had tests above state lead standards.

Report finds many LI schools have lead in water fixtures

'Something for everyone': New grandstand, new grounds

A Human Rights Commission finds Suffolk cops failed to use body cameras properly 179 times in 2025-26. Newsday reporter Michael O'Keeffe explains.

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