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Winter storm watch in effect, more than a foot of snow possible
Newsday meteorologist Bill Korbell predicted about four to six inches of snow with about a foot on the East End but stressed that there is a "big variation" in computer models of the storm track.
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Mourners crowd into St. Patrick's Cathedral for slain NYPD Officer Jason Rivera's wake
Rivera, who died Friday night at age 22, is being memorialized at St. Patrick's Cathedral in midtown Manhattan — with a wake on Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m.
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Man gets 25 years to life for attempted murder of police
"There's no excuse for shooting at the police," acting State Supreme Court Justice Patricia Harrington told Duane Costa.
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These NY TV commercials drove us crazy back in the day
Local and low-budget, these commercials were unpolished, uninhibited and unstoppable.
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Should a BEC be on a bagel or roll?
Newsday's Brand Ambassadors chose a favorite. Can you guess which one?
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Nine LI school districts face fiscal risk, state comptroller says
The nine districts are among 23 statewide that face varying degrees of financial risk, said the state comptroller's office. It noted that many systems had to deal with "extreme" operational issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Hamptons home search just got harder, as listings drop by half
The number of sales in the Hamptons in the fourth quarter fell by one-third from a year before, with far fewer houses on the market.
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Masking in LI schools: What happens next
Thousands of students went back to class with their faces covered amid a bruising court battle over whether they must continue to do so during the COVID-19 pandemic. The next step in the court fight looms on Friday.
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Hundreds protest mask mandate in Hauppauge
Hundreds protested the state mask mandate in Hauppauge Wednesday afternoon. Protesters held signs, waved flags and chanted. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.
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LI homes: Sales fall as inventory has 'collapsed'
The number of houses on the market has plunged, leading to fewer sales and a tough environment for buyers.
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Gravity Vault rock-climbing gym to open at mall
The plan is part of Samanea New York's effort to offer a lineup of entertainment tenants at the Westbury mall.
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80-unit apartment complex in Lynbrook replaces 'blighted' Capri Motor Inn
About two years after the Capri Motor Inn — which had become notorious for what officials said were frequent robberies, drug busts and prostitution — was torn down, the new apartments on Freer Street were opened on Jan. 20.
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Lunar New Year celebrations a sign of courage, strength in 2022
Many events are virtual again this year, though families still plan to keep up traditions at home.
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5 romantic getaways to take this Valentine's Day in NYS, more
At a time when this pandemic has reached an unnerving number of cases, travelers are forced, once again, to avoid airports and stay close to home.
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NYC chef opens Indian eatery in Roslyn Heights
LIers ought to welcome this one with open arms.
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5 indoor places to play baseball, pickleball and more this winter
When the weather gets cold, the sports move indoors on Long Island.
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New stretching studio opens in New Hyde Park
Long Islanders are trying out stretch studios.
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7 spots on LI that offer crocheting, knitting classes
Craft your own one-of-a-kind creations during a workshop at a local specialty shop.
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10 events, things to do this weekend on Long Island
If you're looking for things to do on Long Island, here are spots to explore and events to attend this season.
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Family-friendly activities under $50 on Long Island
Getting out during the week or on the weekend looks more affordable on Long Island thanks to spots offering deals.
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Hochul seeking to speed casino licensing with eye on downstate
The governor's proposal to accelerate the process to create up to three more casinos has support in the State Legislature.
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Yolanda Vega, iconic voice of the New York State Lottery, is retiring
For nearly 32 years with her distinctive delivery, Vega was a fixture on local TV, announcing the day's winning Lottery numbers.
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These tropical restaurants will help fight the winter blues
These eateries offer cuisines that conjure images of sunny climes, either real or imagined.
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Crocheting finds a younger crowd, hooks LI crafters
Local crafters are showing that crochet isn't for grannies — and really never was.
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Joe Manchin might be principled. Or he might scorn his own constituents.
Manchin's claims echo the ideas of one of the strongest critics of direct democracy in U.S. history.
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Banning affirmative action would continue the legacy of racial bias
Eliminating race as a factor in admissions will significantly reduce minority college admissions.
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Drinks at movies and LI's whiz kids
Reader letters to Newsday.
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How often is your LIRR branch running on time?
The LIRR's annual on-time performance of 96.3% was the highest since the railroad adopted its record-keeping system nearly 50 years ago.
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Indoor farmers markets to visit this winter
Neither snow nor sleet nor cold stops these markets from providing LIers with fresh produce, handmade baked goods and much more — all winter long.
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Islip councilman collecting biographies of town veterans for journal
The 2022 edition of the Islip Journal of War Veterans will feature veterans who served from the first Gulf War through the present.
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Baby, parents reunited with Suffolk cop who helped with unexpected delivery
"I kept asking can we get there faster," recalled Chelsea Anderson of the birth of her son in an ambulance. "He was not waiting. In the blink of an eye, he was coming. He was ready and I was ready."
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Beating the odds: Business tips for tough times
5 entrepreneurs who have shown resilience in the face of challenges share some of their hard-won wisdom.
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Hamptons postmodern on the market for $3.2 million
The six-bedroom house has a wine room, pool and tennis court and is close to Dune Road beaches.
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Pavers' union seeks 10 apprentices, starting on Monday
The union will only distribute 100 applications and they must be returned in-person by Feb. 14.
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U.S. weekly jobless claims fall for the first time in a month
Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week following three straight increases economists blamed on the surge in cases of the omicron variant of COVID-19.
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Biden to visit NYC to meet with Adams on gun violence
The White House said the president will join the new mayor to discuss the Biden administration's "comprehensive strategy to combat gun crime."
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Justice Breyer to retire, giving Biden first court pick
The retirement of the liberal Supreme Court justice gives President Joe Biden an opening he has pledged to fill by naming the first Black woman to the high court.
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Fed plans to raise rates as soon as March to cool inflation
The Federal Reserve signaled that it plans to begin raising its benchmark interest rate as soon as March, a key step in reversing its pandemic-era low-rate policies that have fueled hiring and growth but also escalated inflation.
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Blinken: No concessions in response to Russia on Ukraine
Wednesday's answer to Russia makes very clear that the U.S. is standing by its principles, the secretary of state said. "There is no change, there will be no change."
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Clearing up confusion about COVID guidelines
Posted January 20, 2022
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Get answers about COVID testing, from LI doctors
Posted January 19, 2022
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