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FBI issues arrest warrant for Brian Laundrie
Laundrie, a "person of interest" in the homicide of Gabrielle Petito, was indicted on a charge that he used a debit card and bank accounts without authorization after the Blue Point native's death, the FBI said.
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LI districts off to bumpy start due to shortage of bus drivers
In recent weeks, school districts have combined routes, and bus companies have stepped up their recruitment efforts by flashing sign-on bonuses in the thousands of dollars to lure new drivers.
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CDC endorses COVID booster for millions of older Americans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans, opening a major new phase in the U.S vaccination drive against COVID-19.
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Popular Salvadoran restaurant opens second LI location
The menu features pupusas, tacos, empanadas and more.
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A small-scale music festival comes to LI village this weekend
It's a music festival without the crowd.
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Forecast: Rain continues today, ahead of mostly sunny weekend
A flood advisory has been issued for Suffolk County that will run through 10:30 a.m. today.
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Officials: Attendance down at LI state parks this year
The Island's 31 state parks and historic sites drew 22.3 million visitors from Jan. 1 to Sept. 6, the state Parks Department said. That was almost two million below last year's total of 24.6 million.
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5 spots where home prices haven't skyrocketed
Downtowns are at the heart of these Long Island communities, where prices have risen 10% or less - or even declined - in the past year.
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Suozzi acknowledges failing to file stock transaction reports
His spokesman said the problem was the result of a misunderstanding and the transactions were reported on the representative's annual financial disclosures.
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10 events, things to do this weekend on Long Island
Events, activities, drive-in movies and concerts are popping up around Long Island this season.
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Oyster Bay Cove historic Victorian farmhouse lists for $1.395 million
The five-bedroom, 3½-bath home is said to have welcomed George Washington and Theodore Roosevelt.
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Prosecutors: Copiague man sentenced to 10 years for drug trafficking
A Copiague man, who trafficked large amounts of cocaine with an estimated street value of more than $300,000, was sentenced to 10 years in prison, prosecutors said.
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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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Amtrak travel from NYC: 3 trips to take this fall
Head to New York City and catch an Amtrak to Washington, D.C., Philadelphia or Boston this season.
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5 fall foliage cruises to take on LI, in NYS
Large cruisers, historic schooners, luxury yachts, and eco-friendly electric boats are among the vessels setting sail this season.
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Go apple picking at these LI farms this fall
From Honeycrisp to Golden Delicious, there are all kinds of apples waiting to be picked at Long Island orchards this fall.
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Kids can take at-home activity lessons in their own backyards
Kids are taking private lessons at home for music, chess and more.
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New and classic fashions come together at East End shop
Shoppers will find a mix of affordable and higher priced items to choose from.
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Life-size monsters fill new Halloween walk-thru attraction
The Long Island Monster Gallery isn't a haunted house — but it's still full of monsters.
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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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Six 'exemplary' LI high schools achieve Blue Ribbon status
Blue ribbons recognize schools with superior graduation rates and test scores, and those with exemplary records in closing achievement gaps between students of different races, ethnicities and economic backgrounds.
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Higher-income New Yorkers now eligible for rent relief
The state's Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance has begun accepting applications from New Yorkers who earn up to 120% of their area's median income, up from the prior 80% limit.
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Gourmet grilled cheese spot closes after 5 years
The Bay Shore restaurant will be replaced by the second LI location of The Hero Joint.
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See Matt Davies' latest cartoon
Matt Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.
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The absentee ballot race
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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Shots for kids a very big deal
The most important role will be played by parents, who must trust the science and their doctors.
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LI's oldest diner closes, another victim of COVID
The spot has served its last order of eggs over easy with rye toast and well-done home fries.
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Bull found after two months on the run goes to sanctuary, SPCA official says
The bull was captured when he went far enough into the corral set up with a feeding trough to lure him in by the New Jersey sanctuary founder who spent weeks on his trail.
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5 classes to try at NY Fit Fest in Long Beach
This year's roster features more than 60 vendors and several classes.
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Mepham's Sofia LaSpina receives praise from Jets great Joe Namath
The legendary Jets quarterback was so impressed with LaSpina's accomplishment, he invited her to have a catch.
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Babylon Village proposes new fishing regulations at its parks
Mayor Mary Adams says the village has noticed an increase in wildlife injuries and deaths from birds getting entangled in fishing line or having hooks embedded in them.
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Patchogue man spins gratitude into cancer fundraising
In the Empire State Ride, Glenn Olszewski put his mettle to the pedal in memory of those lost to cancer.
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LI reality show contestants survive season openers
Tiffany Seely of "Survivor" and Samaera Hirsch of "Alter Ego" are both moving on.
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Suozzi acknowledges failing to file stock transaction reports
His spokesman said the problem was the result of a misunderstanding and the transactions were reported on the representative's annual financial disclosures.
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Arizona Republicans to show 2020 recount results
Ten months after Donald Trump lost his 2020 reelection bid in Arizona, supporters hired by Arizona Senate Republicans were preparing to deliver the results of an unprecedented partisan election review that is the climax of a bizarre quest to find evidence supporting the former president's false claim that he lost because of fraud.
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CDC endorses COVID booster for millions of older Americans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans, opening a major new phase in the U.S vaccination drive against COVID-19.
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FBI issues arrest warrant for Brian Laundrie
Laundrie, a "person of interest" in the homicide of Gabrielle Petito, was indicted on a charge that he used a debit card and bank accounts without authorization after the Blue Point native's death, the FBI said.
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Tennessee grocery store attack: 'He kept on shooting'
A gunman attacked a grocery store in an upscale Tennessee suburb on Thursday afternoon, killing one person and wounding 12 others before the suspect was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said.
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