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Shinnecocks, others celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day in Southampton

"It's a wonderful opportunity for people who may not have relationships with Indigenous people or Indigenous communities, to come and learn about those communities," said Bianca Collins, Shinnecocks council secretary.

MORE ON THIS TOPICColumbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day: Holidays with vastly different perspectives

Only in NewsdayLI school bus driver charged with rape of student had prior sex abuse allegation, records show

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Cyclist killed allegedly by drugged driver ... School bus driver accused of rape ... Babylon oyster sanctuary ... Hispanic Heritage Month

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Central Islip man charged following crash that killed bicyclist

Diaz, Mets' bullpen hang on in NLCS Game 2 win3m read

Man charged with stealing, crashing Uber driver's car

Who pays for the wedding? These millennial couples are picking up the tabs

6 people accuse Diddy of sexual assault in new lawsuits, including man who was 16 at the time3m read

Baseball business booming in the Bronx during Yankees' playoff run3m read

Cole enjoys 'the stakes' as he prepares for ALCS Game 21m read

'Heart Mind Fist.' Ulbrich brings defensive mantra to entire Jets team3m read

Sourdough pizzeria opens in Valley Stream2m read

Drew Scott joins Brookhaven Town as communications director1m read

Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested outside New York Stock Exchange1m read

DMV: Nearly 350 fake IDs seized in latest multi-region crackdown1m read

LI Music Hall of Fame salutes saxophonist Pat DeRosa1m read

Nonprofit establishes first oyster sanctuary off Great South Bay3m read

Cooler fall weather expected this week for LI1m read

Nonprofit sues Southampton Town after zone change denial2m read

Top 3 challenges confronting minority-owned firms and how to solve them2m read

5 cruise lines offering private island vacations4m read

Records: School bus driver charged with rape faced prior sex abuse allegation

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The Forgotten: More than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Living his American dream

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Long Islanders celebrate Columbus Day

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Cozy up with a cup of coffee

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Hispanic heritage observed at the Cradle of Aviation

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Paws of War: Tale of survival for puppies amidst Hurricane Helene

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These Halloween inspired pop-ups are coming to Long Island

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LI's electric future: South Fork Wind debuts 12 giant wind turbines

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Where LI home prices have increased the most this year

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Things to do

15 haunted houses ranked by scare factor

Long Island's haunting season begins with 15 Halloween events.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC3 spots where you can celebrate Halloween all year on LI

Hello Kitty isn't worth much as a collectible, but she's a high-value item to these LIers4m read

6 things not to miss at this year's Oyster Fest4m read

Day trip worth the train ride: Your guide to Smorgasburg and Brooklyn Flea

Resort-like getaways to book on LI, NYS this fall offering all-in-one experiences5m read

4 'end of LI' fall hikes to try6m read

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School bus driver accused of rape ... Babylon oyster sanctuary ... Hispanic Heritage Month Credit: Newsday

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Cyclist killed allegedly by drugged driver ... School bus driver accused of rape ... Babylon oyster sanctuary ... Hispanic Heritage Month

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LONG ISLANDERS' FAVORITES

Only in NewsdayMore than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976, investigation finds

The Newsday investigation also found neither Nassau nor Suffolk county police departments staff cold-case units.

MORE ON THIS TOPICAccused LI serial killer faces possibility of new charges as investigators comb for links to more victims Suffolk DA creates cold case unit to review unsolved homicides, death investigations Gilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

56 students faced removal over Wild Child vaccinations, lawsuit says3m read

Only in NewsdayWhere LI home prices have increased the most this year

2 new stores, Chinese restaurant named as incoming tenants for revamped LI mall2m read

Opinion

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OPINIONWho we're endorsing: For Assembly Districts 1-5

The Newsday editorial board's limited edition endorsement newsletter returns for the 2024 election season. This newsletter will give you a look at the candidates we picked and the reasons why. Scroll down to opt out.

ENDORSEMENTSSmith for New York State Assembly 5th District1m read

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ENDORSEMENTSGiglio for New York State Assembly 2nd District1m read

Records: School bus driver charged with rape faced prior sex abuse allegation

03:20

The Forgotten: More than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976

14:16

Hispanic Heritage Month: Living his American dream

01:57

Long Islanders celebrate Columbus Day

01:42

Cozy up with a cup of coffee

02:22

Hispanic heritage observed at the Cradle of Aviation

01:51

Paws of War: Tale of survival for puppies amidst Hurricane Helene

01:59

These Halloween inspired pop-ups are coming to Long Island

0:48

LI's electric future: South Fork Wind debuts 12 giant wind turbines

01:50

Where LI home prices have increased the most this year

01:50

More Long Island

As Hamas hostage from Plainview turns 23, dozens gather to renew call to bring him home

Family, friends and former basketball teammates of American-Israeli hostage Omer Neutra gathered for pickup games to honor his 23rd birthday.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC'A day that struck us to our core': Oct. 7 remembered on Long Island LI Muslims, Jews distraught over continued violence in Middle East Holocaust center marks Oct. 7 with new memorial

Hempstead Town Board plans to raise taxes by 12.1%2m read

LI Oyster Week is back with $1-$2 deals1m read

Saddle Rock Minyan fire heavily damages center on Yom Kippur1m read

Levittown house fires displaces family

Parkland designation protects properties in Garden City2m read

Huntington's Columbus Day parade celebrates Italian pride2m read

Nation / World

Harris and Trump hold rival events in battleground Pennsylvania

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have taken their fight for Pennsylvania's Electoral College votes to opposite ends of the state.

The UN says over 400,000 children in Lebanon have been displaced in 3 weeks by war2m read

NASA spacecraft rockets toward Jupiter's moon Europa in search of the right conditions for life2m read

Town fines resident who projected Trump sign onto municipal water tower

Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton4m read

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Paying the Price: Long Island's stormy future

Sports

Diaz, Mets' bullpen hang on in NLCS Game 2 win

After Francisco Lindor's leadoff homer and Mark Vientos' grand slam gave them an early lead, the bullpen survived tense moments to get the series back to Citi Field at a game apiece.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLennon: Mets' Vientos makes a grand statement

'Heart Mind Fist.' Ulbrich brings defensive mantra to entire Jets team3m read

Rieber: With Judge behind him, Soto has thrived as the Yankees' co-star3m read

Sterling would be thrilled if his return ends with a World Series3m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationFatal Stakes: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

On the occasion of the 156th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga, a Newsday investigation reveals the increasing death rate of racehorses at Belmont Park.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNYRA: Upgrades underway at Belmont will make it safer for horses

Only in NewsdayBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades

Newsday InvestigationLost licenses, fines: NYS penalizes LI real estate agents named in Newsday fair housing probe

Newsday InvestigationSee what happened to LI real estate agents involved in fair housing probe

Farmingdale pizzeria closes after 8 months1m read

7 places to get Peking duck on Long Island 2m read

Father and son open LI restaurant-club 1m read

Biggest LI restaurant closings of the year so far11m read

High School Sports

Madden nets hat trick to help Smithtown West boys soccer remain unbeaten

"It's the biggest game I've ever seen him play," said senior Jake Hutter, whose right-footed corner kicks found the head of Madden for his second and third goals.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: East Islip-Smithtown West boys soccer

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Entertainment

6 people accuse Diddy of sexual assault in new lawsuits, including man who was 16 at the time3m read

LI Music Hall of Fame salutes saxophonist Pat DeRosa1m read

Broadway's 'Suffs' sets closing date

It's a slam dunk: Hall of fame names Billy Crystal a basketball superfan1m read

Country music star Kane Brown to hit UBS Arena 1m read

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