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Only in NewsdayDeacon-ready, but LI women wait for the Catholic Church to change

The women meet all the requirements except one: they're not men. As deacons, they could preach at Mass and preside over baptisms, weddings and funerals.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWill new pope allow women to become deacons in the Roman Catholic Church?Vatican commission again says no to ordaining women as deacons, but urges other ministries

Former executive director of LI Cares dies at 78

Protesters gather at SCPD precinct after video of ICE van in parking lot

Wreaths Across America honors fallen service members, despite dwindling donations

Sighting of ICE van in police parking lot sows fear, but police say they're not collaborating in arrests

Lindenhurst ultramarathoner Nick Palazzo dies at 78

Too soon for snow? Forecaster says this weekend's snowfall won't even 'crack the Top 20 in terms of early'

Thomas Valva's mother tells judge she is refusing to sign off on $9M settlement over 8-year-old's death

LI postal worker charged with stealing gift cards from mail

Follow these tips to prepare and stay safe for LI snowstorms

LI could get up to 5 inches of snow this weekend

Islip Town considers rolling out more food trucks

Only in NewsdayRubio's change in official typeface stirs font of controversy

Chipotle Mexican Grill to open 1 in Suffolk, 2 in Nassau next year

How impacted residents can get a payment — averaging $11,000 — from Suffolk sewer settlement

12 arrested as part of alleged theft crew that stole goods from 14 LI Home Depots

DA: Man used sulfuric acid to attack girlfriend

DWI charges for SUV driver in Atlantic Beach crash, police say

Dangerous RoadsHow NYS bill would crack down on drugged drivers

Bojangles, Panera plans for Farmingville eateries move forward

Newsday Investigates59 hotels on LI were hot spots of prostitution and sex trafficking, including some with minors

Dangerous RoadsDangerous roads focus of Newsday town hall

Interfaith gathering on deportation in LI church hears tales of fear during 'darkest times in our history'

Some license fees for doing business in Suffolk could double under new bill

LI teen accused of fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend requests psychiatric exam at court hearing

Only in Newsday'Decrepit' conditions alleged at LI dog breeder during undercover investigation

Holiday homes to visit across Long Island

First in NewsdayRaising Cane's wins town approval for Commack restaurant

Suffolk commission created to assist the poor to dissolve by end of the month

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Suffolk police holding car auction on Saturday

Suffolk County police will be auctioning more than 100 cars and motorcycles in Westhampton on Saturday.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPolice auctioning off 100 vehicles and motorcycles, including Jaguar, BMWs

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'There definitely was a brazenness to it'

Teen charged with murder requests psychiatric exam

Only in NewsdayDisgraced former top LI prosecutor, who did time for corruption, is working as prison adviser

Only in NewsdayFormer LI gym teacher sentenced to 6 months for helping run brothels in Suffolk

LI woman arraigned on murder charges in stabbing death of ex-boyfriend

Former LI cop sentenced to 2 years for helping run brothels in Suffolk

Williamsburg welcomes new winter village with sweet treats, photo ops

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Tristen Mitchell and Vincent Rienzie are Valley Stream North basketball stars and best friends

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Islanders fans and their unique jerseys a regular sight at UBS Arena

LI movie theater adapting to the times

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Trendy Bites: Vodka chicken sliders in Merrick

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Festive photo ops at Christmasland in Deer Park

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Inside NUMC’s finances: More than 85% of patients on Medicaid, Medicare

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Offseason in Montauk: Holiday lights, lobster rolls and lighthouse views

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LI Works: Wrap your holiday gifts like a pro

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Out East: Holiday House Tour in East Hampton Village

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