Gabby Petito case
The identification of his skeletal remains came just a day after they were found, along with Laundrie's backpack and a notebook, off a trail. Laundrie, Gabby Petito's former fiance, was a "person of interest" in her homicide.
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Majority of LI educators earn at least $100,000 annually, report shows
Educators say pay levels reflect the region's relatively high cost of living, along with the desire of local school districts to remain competitive in recruiting staff.
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Sheriff: Baldwin fired prop gun that killed cinematographer
Actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun on a movie set and killed the cinematographer, authorities said. The director of the Western being filmed was wounded, and authorities are investigating what happened.
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Pandemic-fed slowdowns limit what's for lunch at school
The pandemic supply chain woes that have gridlocked ports and slowed production lines nationwide are affecting Long Island's school cafeteria menus. Workers have been hard to find, too.
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Voters' guide: See the candidates who will be on your ballot
Early voting for the Nov. 2 election starts Saturday, with Nassau Executive and DA races in both counties leading the ballot. See who’s running and where they stand on the issues.
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Mexican chainlet opens 5th location, in Melville
This is the taqueria-tequila bar's biggest location and the furthest west.
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Hauppauge voters reject plan to sell former school
A Jericho developer had planned to build as many as 128 luxury condominium units for a senior living community at the 12.8-acre site.
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Shoppers World opens first LI store
The discount retailer takes over the anchor space at Green Acres Mall that had been home to Century 21.
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These LI firms say 'What labor shortage?'
Employers that welcome applicants with disabilities say they have no trouble filling openings.
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COVID vaccine: CDC expands booster rollout, OKs mixing shots
Millions more Americans can get a COVID-19 booster and choose a different company's vaccine for that next shot, federal health officials said Thursday.
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NY firms may no longer test most job seekers for pot
The labor department issues guidance to businesses saying most employers cannot penalize job applicants or employees for marijuana use off-duty.
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Region's jobs recovery still stalled, data show
Employment is still almost 10% below pre-pandemic levels, and the latest data show surprising drops in the construction, hospitality and health care sectors.
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Papers: Prison-bound ex-prosecutor lobbies judge for better custody assignment
A disbarred Suffolk prosecutor is asking a federal judge to intervene so he can spend his five-year corruption sentence in a minimum-security prison.
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Bring your dog to these pet-friendly fall events
Long Islanders can take their best friends to the farm, the brewery and more when they head out this fall.
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'Magic of Lights' returning to Jones Beach
A holiday tradition since 2017, the event will include a variety of displays composed of LED technology and digital animations.
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No traffic, no problem: Find fall fun without heading to the East End
Fall fun doesn't have to mean a trip out east. Here are some spots west of Riverhead to try this fall.
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Record stores come alive on LI as vinyl soars in popularity
"I thought we were closing up 15 years ago when vinyl was disappearing. I'm in shock that we are still here."
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One of the youngest store owners in LI mall opens new storefront
Shop trendy sunglasses, casual attire, accessories and more at Malik Dupri located at Roosevelt Field Mall.
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Great spots to see fall foliage on LI
Catch the colors changing at these parks open to the public.
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East End fun: Explore Montauk, Greenport this fall
These days, East End towns are just as welcoming in the fall as they are during the summer season.
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Fire pits, pizza gardens and more: The ultimate guide to fall dining on LI
As summer's beachside eateries wind down, fall's cozy heated patios, beer gardens and private dining igloos kick back up.
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LIRR riders calling for railroad to restore service cuts
With the Long Island Rail Road's weekday ridership at 54% of what it was in 2019, commuters say more trains are needed to allow passengers to keep a safe distance from each other.
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NYU Langone opens new medical facility in Bethpage
The ambulatory care center, at the former King Kullen headquarters site, is a consolidation and expansion, NYU Langone says.
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'Cancer does not discriminate.' Breast cancer survivors tell their stories
Breast cancer is the second-most common cancer among women in the United States. But those diagnosed have plenty of reasons to be hopeful, through screenings with new technology such as 3D mammograms.
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Halloween attractions on LI to visit this weekend
Haunted houses, car washes and more: Here's what's up on LI this Halloween.
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Newsday endorses Don Clavin for Hempstead supervisor
Newsday's editorial board endorses candidates for the Nov. 2 election.
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Salting the pot
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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See Matt Davies' latest cartoon
Matt Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.
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Driver shortage: School bus drivers blame low pay, insufficient benefits
The labor shortfall in the busing industry existed before COVID-19 but was made worse by the pandemic. Transportation officials said the issue isn't likely to be resolved any time soon.
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Forecast: Sunny and mild weekend
Long Islanders can expect a fine autumn weekend, with sunshine and highs around 70 degrees today and in the low 60s tomorrow and Sunday, the National Weather Service said.
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NIFA: Amendments throw Nassau budget "out of balance"
Nassau's financial control board questioned GOP-sponsored fee reductions totaling $100 million, and a $70 million tax cut proposed by Democratic County Executive Laura Curran.
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Job fair seeks to fill over 60 slots
Dozens of openings will be featured at a job fair in Farmingdale, the organizer said.
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Police: Two teens killed in West Hempstead collision
The victims teens were passengers in a BMW SUV that crashed into a parked nursery truck early Thursday, police say.
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Trotta, Democrats spar over police contributions
Trotta contends union dues are being used for political contributions without members' consent; the union says the contributions are legal.
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Halloween attractions on LI to visit this weekend
Haunted houses, car washes and more: Here's what's up on LI this Halloween.
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Early voting begins Saturday; here's how to vote
Nassau County will have 17 early voting sites and Suffolk will have 12. Evening and weekend hours also will be available.
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Todd Kaminsky, Anne Donnelly answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Hear what the candidates running for Nassau County district attorney had to say as they answered questions from Long Islanders during a Newsday Live virtual town hall event.
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DA Tim Sini, Ray Tierney answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Hear what the candidates running for Suffolk County district attorney had to say as they answered questions from Long Islanders during a Newsday Live virtual town hall event.
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Laura Curran, Bruce Blakeman answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Hear what the candidates running for Nassau County executive had to say as they answered questions from Long Islanders during a Newsday Live virtual town hall event.
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FBI: Apparent human remains found in area where Brian Laundrie items discovered
Michael McPherson, the special agent in charge of the FBI's Tampa field office, said the apparent human remains, as well as Laundrie's backpack and notebook, were found in an area that had until recently been under water.
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Sheriff: Baldwin fired prop gun that killed cinematographer
Actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun on a movie set and killed the cinematographer, authorities said. The director of the Western being filmed was wounded, and authorities are investigating what happened.
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Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine more than 90% effective in kids
Pfizer says kid-size doses of its COVID-19 vaccine are safe and nearly 91% effective at preventing infections in elementary school children.
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COVID vaccine: CDC expands booster rollout, OKs mixing shots
Millions more Americans can get a COVID-19 booster and choose a different company's vaccine for that next shot, federal health officials said Thursday.
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What happened to Gabby Petito? Key developments in the case
A timeline of events leading up to and following the disappearance of Gabrielle Petito, the Blue Point native reported missing while on a cross-country road trip with her fiance, Brian Laundrie.
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Nassau DA candidates answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
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