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LI cemetery may have intermingled remains of WWII Navy destroyer victims

Recent investigations conducted by World War II historians and researchers suggest some "missing" sailors from the USS Turner disaster may be buried at Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn.

Stolen Baby Jesus statue returned to manger, Suffolk officials say

Forecast: Below-average temperatures through Monday with chance of light weekend snow

Teacher Spotlight: William Floyd educator teaches hair skills and business success

Only in Newsday$1 million doesn't buy a mansion on LI, but buyers pay a 'mansion tax' anyway

Radio journalist, public official, college professor Paulette Brinka dies

New Long Island restaurants to try

Only in NewsdayBrooklyn musician cancels Kennedy Center performance

How to meet the challenge of 'Dry January'

Biggest LI restaurant closings of last year

Only in NewsdayKeep scrutiny on 'injustice' in Central Islip ICE holding cells, immigration groups say

Records: Suspect faces upgraded charge in fatal CVS stabbing

Only in NewsdayFEMA aid for dam repairs unlikely, officials say, as they consider next move

Mike Vogt, Newsday's 'Logo Guy,' dies at 63

Only in NewsdayHow the EPA says cleanups are working at 5 LI Superfund sites

Only in NewsdaySuffolk's McCaffrey exits after hitting term limit: 'I gave it my best'

What to know about this year's severe flu season

What's open, closed on New Year's Day on LI

Judge puts Shinnecock Nation's billboard battle on hold

Only in NewsdayICE will limit how long detainees held at LI courthouse, U.S. attorney says

Advocates: ICE agents arrest at least 3 in Riverhead sweep

State Sen. Alexis Weik won't seek 4th term

First in NewsdayBrookhaven OKs more parking at hospital ahead of planned expansion

$2 million Bayport house something out of a 'storybook'

Only in NewsdayNorth Shore village plans a centennial celebration in 2026

Who says people don't read? Suffolk libraries reach a milestone.

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Valva settlement delayed again over money split

Lindenhurst man charged in fatal Christmas Day stabbing of CVS employee inside store

Lindenhurst man charged with murder in Christmas Day CVS stabbing, records show

Farmingdale man facing DWI charges in head-on crash that critically injured another driver

LI man gets up to 4 years in prison for theft ring that targeted Home Depot

Long Islanders' 2026 New Year's resolutions

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Immigration groups urge judge to keep scrutiny on ICE holding cells in Central Islip

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A heartwarming story that will give paws

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Daycation: You don't have to spend the night to enjoy these amenities at nearby hotels

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Volunteers of Long Island: Splashes of Hope

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Out East: Local champagnes for the new year

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Vigil held for slain CVS worker

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MTA fare and toll hikes coming in 2026

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Carey High's James McGrath has siblings' support after losing parents

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No tax on tips: What it means for LIers

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