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Dr. Peter Ajemian leaves Manhattan federal court after pleading guilty in connection with a massive, decade-long conspiracy to collect fraudulent disability pensions for Long Island Railroad retirees. (Jan. 18, 2013)
Team Oracle aerobatic pilot, Sean Tucker, left, takes Newsday's Meghan Glynn under his wing as she learns about loops, rolls and other stunts that spectators will see at the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach. (May 21, 2013)Poor weather could impact air show updated23 m ago New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie speaks with "Jersey Shore" cast mates Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, center, and Jenni "JWoww" Farley on the boardwalk where he took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony to reopen the beach in Seaside Heights, N.J. (May 24, 2013)Snooki meets Gov. Christie, says he 'just doesn't like us' Residents Joe Giunta and Barbara Mallon, both with Stop the Cell Tower, watch as work is resumed on the cell phone tower on Pequot Ave in Manorhaven even though many of the residents do not want it next to their houses. (March 27, 2012)Manorhaven loses cellphone tower suit new54 m ago SHOW MORE

Long Island

A 1984 Silverton Convertible 34 cabin cruiser, similar to the one involved in a fatal boating accident off Lloyd Neck on July 4.Bill spurred by LI boating deaths passes A sign announces a housing development for the long-vacant Bellmore Army base site.Watchdog: Homes planned for vacant army base Children --- and wagons -- decked out in festive attire were among those participating in the <a href="/topics/Memorial_Day">Memorial Day</a> parade in Yaphank last year. (May 27, 2012)Road closures for 3 Memorial Day parades At Brooklyn Supreme Court, Nelson Morales, 28, of Ozone Park, was convicted of murder in the death of NYPD Officer Peter Figoski, a West Babylon resident. (May, 24, 2013)Man convicted for shooting NYPD cop SHOW MORE

Sports

Oakland Raiders running back Mike Goodson (25) rushes the ball during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Oakland, Calif. (Dec. 16, 2012)Jets' Goodson ready to practice next week Ike Davis stands in the dugout after the top of the ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field. (May 22, 2013)Should Mets keep the faith in struggling Davis? <a href="/topics//Mark_Teixeira">Mark Teixeira</a> scores a fourth-inning run against the <a href="/topics//Toronto_Blue_Jays">Toronto Blue Jays</a> at Yankee Stadium. (Aug. 27, 2012)Teixeira close to rehab appearance SHOW MORE

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<b> <br /> MACY'S </a> </b> <br /> Save up to 50 percent on swimwear, shoes and jewelry with code SAVE and an extra 25 percent off clearance. Plus, find other savings on clothing, home goods, handbags and more. <br /> <a href="http://www1.macys.com/index.ognc?cm_sp=navigation-_-top_nav-_-macys_icon" target="new">Shop the sale</a> <br /> <br />25 Memorial Day weekend sales <b>Deborah DiPasquale</b> joins <b>Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage</b>'s Setauket office. The East Setauket resident previously was a purchasing/accounting manager at Accurate Technology in Palmetto, Fla.LI people on the move! Promotions, new jobs Former Roslyn School District superintendent Frank Tassone was convicted in 2006 of stealing more than $2 million from the district, which he paid back, as part of an $11-million embezzlement scheme of school district funds. (Sept. 26, 2005)12 LI officials who stole public funds <b>Calliou Bathtime With You</b> (Imports Dragon), ages 1 and up<br><br> Play in the pool or bath which includes a Caillou figure, accessories and suction cups to attach to a bathtub wall. ($19.99; toysrus.com)50 must-have summer toys SHOW MORE

Opinion

I go to temple to recharge my spiritual battery. Why should the prayer book have to be recharged too?Expressway: Our new digital access to the divine Anthony Weiner listens to a question from the media after courting voters outside a Harlem subway station. (May 23, 2013)O'Reilly: The question Weiner is waiting for New York City mayoral hopeful Anthony Weiner speaks to reporters as he rides the subway to a radio appearance on the first day of his campaign. (May 23, 2013)Barreca: We've seen enough of Anthony Weiner The Class of 2013 is driven not by a sense of entitlement but by the fear they are not going to have the same chance at success that their parents did.Mills: Graduating in debt, but not soured on life

Entertainment

Amanda Bynes appears in court in Manhattan facing charges of reckless endangerment, tampering with evidence and marijuana possession after allegedly throwing a bong from her apartment window. (May 24, 2013)Bynes charged in bong-throwing incident New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie speaks with "Jersey Shore" cast mates Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, center, and Jenni "JWoww" Farley on the boardwalk where he took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony to reopen the beach in Seaside Heights, N.J. (May 24, 2013)Snooki meets Gov. Christie, says he 'just doesn't like us' Desiree Hartsock from the series "The Bachelorette." (May 20, 2013)Meet the newest 'Bachelorette' Mariah Carey, center, reacts as she holds up her dress with help from lifestyle anchor for "Good Morning America," Lara Spencer, right, as a wardrobe stylist tries to fix it after it popped open before her performance on "GMA"'s Summer Concert in Central Park in Manhattan. (May 24, 2013)Carey swears, has wardrobe malfunction on 'GMA' SHOW MORE

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Business

LIPA trustees are scheduled to have a long-awaited meeting with officials from Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's office May 24, and the rate freeze will be brought up, they said.LIPA trustees debate three-year rate freeze The pool area of the The Meridian condominium complex on West Broadway in Long Beach. A condo in this complex is renting for $32,500 for Memorial Day to Labor Day 2013.Sluggish Long Beach summer rentals command high prices Visa and MasterCard are accused of conspiring to fix the fees they charge stores for handling payments made with credit cards. (March 30, 2012)Retailers reject credit card fee-fix settlement Jacqueline Goldberg, 87, leaves federal court in Chicago on Thursday after the ruling. The Evanston, Ill., woman had accused real estate mogul Donald Trump of cheating her in a skyscraper condo deal. (May 23, 2013)Woman, 87, loses civil suit to Trump SHOW MORE

New York City

Yankee pitcher Mariano Rivera is building a new church on North Avenue in New Rochelle. (May 15, 2013)Yanks' Rivera does 'God's work' in New Rochelle Coney Island beachNYC beaches open for holiday weekend new18 m ago At Brooklyn Supreme Court, Nelson Morales, 28, of Ozone Park, was convicted of murder in the death of NYPD Officer Peter Figoski, a West Babylon resident. (May, 24, 2013)Man convicted for shooting NYPD cop bikeMayor: Market to judge bike-share effort SHOW MORE

Nation/World

People look on after the Interstate 5 bridge collapsed over the Skagit River in Mount Vernon, Wash. (May 23, 2013)Washington I-5 bridge collapse spurs search for temp bridge New Jersey Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa, right, talks about an investigation dubbed "Operation Swill," in which 29 bars and restaurants in New Jersey are accused of putting cheap booze in premium brand liquor bottles and selling it, during a news conference in Trenton, N.J. (May 23, 2013)Rubbing alcohol sold as scotch in N.J. A CDC report released Thursday is based on birth certificates for 2007 through 2011. Last year, the CDC announced the overall improvement in teen births: a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens ages 15 to 19. That compares with 42 births per 1,000 five years earlier.Nearly all U.S. states see hefty drop in teen births SHOW MORE

Politics

Residents Joe Giunta and Barbara Mallon, both with Stop the Cell Tower, watch as work is resumed on the cell phone tower on Pequot Ave in Manorhaven even though many of the residents do not want it next to their houses. (March 27, 2012)Manorhaven loses cellphone tower suit new54 m ago One of the sex-offender trailers owned by Suffolk CountyTrailers for homeless sex offenders closing The Town of North Hempstead and Supervisor Jon Kaiman have just finalized a deal to buy the former Roslyn Country Club from its private owner and will turn it into a town park with completely renovated swimming and tennis facilities. (June 07, 2012)Kaiman won't run again for supervisor Democratic Legis. Joseph Scannell, left, of Baldwin and Republican Legis. Joe Belesi of Farmingdale will not seek another term, party officials said.Scannell, Belesi won't seek re-election SHOW MORE