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Profound divisions over race and political issues such as abortion and the 2020 presidential election have many worried about the fate of the country, according to a national survey conducted by Siena College.
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Forecast: Coastal storm to bring strong winds, 2 to 4 inches of rain
A powerful coastal storm is predicted to strike tonight and may stretch into Wednesday morning, delivering two to four inches of rain as winds hit 40 mph and possibly even 50 mph at times, forecasters said.
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Cops: Albany man charged in fatal stabbing of Coram woman
Kason Parker, 33, was arrested on Sunday and charged with second degree murder in the death of Meghan Kiefer, 27, who was found by police with stab wounds on her front lawn Saturday afternoon.
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Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11
Moderna said today that a low dose of its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and appears to work in 6- to 11-year-olds, as the manufacturer moves toward expanding shots to children.
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Vegan food truck owners open Levittown eatery
Grilled macaroni and cheese sandwiches, bacon-ranch fries and Buffalo tacos have all been veganized.
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Will Garden City football coach be suspended for lopsided scores policy violation?
Garden City's 49-6 win over MacArthur was the fourth time the team went beyond the 42-point mandate.
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New agency approved to run LIRR's future home at Grand Central
The MTA Board last week established the Grand Central Madison Concourse Operating Co. to oversee much of the day-to-day functions of the LIRR station once it opens.
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Land deal preserves Greenlawn Christmas tree farm
To ensure future generations of families can cut down their own Christmas trees at the Tilden Lane Farm, the owner says, development rights were sold to Suffolk and Huntington, one of several agricultural farms the county has worked to preserve in recent years.
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Experts predict COVID-19 will be around for years to come
The coronavirus likely will become more like the flu, hospitalizing and killing some of the most vulnerable but not posing a major threat for most people, doctors say.
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Crew member: Baldwin careful with guns before fatal shooting
A camera operator told authorities that Alec Baldwin had been careful with weapons on the set of the film "Rust" before the actor shot and killed a cinematographer with a gun he'd been told was safe to use, court records show.
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With an energized downtown, Patchogue attracts singles, young families, downsizers
The village is drawing homebuyers for its low taxes, mixed-use complexes, and shopping and dining.
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Cops: Man with knife arrested on LIRR platform
A man with a knife was arrested on the westbound Long Island Rail Road platform in Hicksville shortly before dawn, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said.
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Straws made from a tequila maker's agave scraps are coming to a fancy drink near you
Drinking straws made of spent Jose Cuervo agave scraps are finding their way into fancy restaurant drinks across Long Island thanks to a Rockville Centre firm.
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LI homes get spooky for Halloween
Homes in Nassau and Suffolk are getting spooky for Halloween with over-the-top decorations.
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Wild slices: LI's most over-the-top pizza
Outrageous toppings run from chicken and waffles to tater tots, tacos and beyond.
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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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Things to do in Farmingdale: Nightlife, activities and more
At the heart of Long Island, centrally located along the border dividing Nassau and Suffolk, is Farmingdale.
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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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'Haunted' spots on LI to check out this fall
There are homes and businesses where the living claim to have crossed paths with specters, but there’s no need to wander through a graveyard to try to spot a spirit.
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Where to celebrate Halloween on LI: Costume parties, trivia nights and more
This year, the holiday falls on a Sunday, giving Long Islanders a full weekend to enjoy the festivities.
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5 fall deals at LI hotels, inns for a quick getaway
Here are five hospitality spots offering deals this season from the East End to Fire Island and in between.
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Inside LI's top-rated restaurant on Yelp
The hidden gem has mouthwatering Dominican food and a huge crowd-sourced following, so why is it teetering on the brink?
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Gridiron Greats: Week 7's top football performances
A look at who starred on the football fields around LI this past week.
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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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Voters' guide: See the candidates who will be on your ballot
Early voting for the Nov. 2 election started 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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Why is Trump running for president again? To stay out of jail
The former president remains under the gun and he's still in search of escape routes.
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Homes for veterans and fair pay for service providers
Reader letters to Newsday.
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We can collaborate again
After all, the U.S. was formed by uniting 13 very diverse states in a tenuous political marriage.
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District: Threat leads to canceled homecoming events at high school
After consulting with police, the Valley Stream Central High School district said, it will keep North High and Memorial Junior High open Monday. But it will operate all of its schools under lockout protocols.
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Suffolk marathon takes runners over the Robert Moses for first time
The Suffolk County Marathon was run Sunday. For the first time, runners were permitted to race over the Robert Moses Causeway. Steve Langford reports.
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County comptroller reviewing sportsmen's club's exclusive lease deal
John Kennedy said he plans a "preliminary review and investigatory analysis" of the county's recent approval of an exclusive lease of preserved county land in Manorville for use by a private gun club.
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Huntington officials further limiting gas-powered leaf blower use
Updated town code now bans the use of gas leaf blowers any time on Saturdays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Previously, gas leaf blower use was allowed year-round on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Black Friday shopping? What to expect
The biggest discount day of the year, which comes Nov. 26, will be a Black Friday like never before.
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Police: Mother killed, daughter hurt in collision
Police said a West Babylon teen has been charged in connection with the collision.
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A quiet, dignified life honored with Amagansett park renaming
After serving as a Tuskegee Airman during WWII and enduring postwar discrimination, Lee Hayes settled in East Hampton and became a town Democratic committeeman, a founding member of the Calvary Baptist Church and advocated to hire the town's first Black poll watcher.
LI Election 2021
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Early voting has begun; here's how to vote
Nassau County has 17 early voting sites and Suffolk has 12.
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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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Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11
Moderna said today that a low dose of its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and appears to work in 6- to 11-year-olds, as the manufacturer moves toward expanding shots to children.
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Sudan's PM arrested, internet disrupted in apparent coup
Military forces arrested Sudan's acting prime minister and other senior officials, disrupted internet access and blocked bridges in the capital, the country's information ministry said, describing the actions as a coup.
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Crew member: Baldwin careful with guns before fatal shooting
A camera operator told authorities that Alec Baldwin had been careful with weapons on the set of the film "Rust" before the actor shot and killed a cinematographer with a gun he'd been told was safe to use, court records show.
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Crew member who gave Baldwin gun subject of prior complaint
A crew member says she has raised safety concerns in the past about the assistant director who authorities say unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin the prop gun that killed a cinematographer on a film set.
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Pelosi: Democrats close to compromise on spending packages
Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the gap between progressive and moderate Democrats is narrowing on twin infrastructure bills.
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What parents need to know about COVID-19 vaccines and young kids
Posted October 22, 2021
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Nassau DA candidates answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Posted October 20, 2021
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