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Nearly 2,600 unaccompanied migrant youths relocated to LI in past year, officials say
Roughly 50 more recently transferred into a Syosset-based social services shelter MercyFirst, which contracts with the federal government to house such unaccompanied minors who enter the U.S. from other countries.
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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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Sneak peek: Nassau DA candidates spar at town hall
Newsday held a town hall with Nassau County district attorney candidates State Sen. Todd Kaminsky and Anne Donnelly. Cecilia Dowd has a preview.
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Islanders great Bossy reveals he's battling lung cancer
He said it's the reason he's stepped away from his TV career at TVA Sports.
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Manhasset school official: Information stolen by hackers
Hackers sabotaged the district's computer system, publishing to the dark web files that contained people's Social Security numbers and drivers license numbers, the acting superintendent said.
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Nurse pleads guilty to illegally possessing fentanyl, records show
Melissa Frame, of Merrick, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of possessing fentanyl with intent to sell the narcotic, saying she'd stolen more than 1,400 vials of the drug, court records show.
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A new home in Medford is one less worry for Marine Corps vet
Last month, the stress and uncertainty of living in one hotel after another came to an end for Vincent Ross when he moved into a Medford home, one of three recently built in Suffolk through a grant to house homeless or formerly homeless veterans in the county.
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Roosevelt youth program getting over some rough patches
The Hempstead Town Board and New York American Water reached a $1, 10-year lease deal that allows the town to maintain Henry Street Park and improve the field, repair fencing and make other upgrades where the Roosevelt Rough Riders Youth Football & Cheer program are based.
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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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Proposed Riverhead '22 budget: tax cuts, body camera funds
Next year's tentative fiscal plan would raise spending by 2.08% from 2021.The town's tax levy — the amount Riverhead raises through taxes — would drop to $48,021,203 from $49,664,100 this year.
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NAACP's Hazel Dukes endorses Hochul election bid
New York City voters will be key to determining the outcome of a possible Democratic gubernatorial primary.
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Fishermen cited for trespassing at Amagansett's Truck Beach
Fourteen fishermen were issued summonses for trespassing at Amagansett's popular fishing and recreation spot during an act of civil disobedience they hope will serve as a test case for beach access rights.
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A drive-thru lantern festival makes its debut on Long Island
The lantern festival features life-size creations handmade in China.
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Food critic tries Halloween pop-up dining experience
Parking in Long Beach's West End is scary enough, but a few steps inside this pop-up dinner series is akin to entering an alternate horror universe.
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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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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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Long Island goes country: Where to line dance and more
"The country community is almost like the TV show 'Cheers;' you are welcome no matter who you are."
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Step inside LI's new not-scary Halloween House
Halloween House Long Island now open in Westbury.
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Visiting Salem, Massachusetts this Halloween season
If the scary holiday season is your favorite time of year, Salem is a place you should visit and here's why.
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27,000 LI households are behind on rent as tenants, landlords fear losing their homes
New York's main strategy for helping the rental market recover from COVID-19 — a $2.4 billion relief fund — is nearly out of money.
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Boomer and Gio chime in on Sayville field controversy
WFAN morning show hosts talk on air about the turf vs. grass situation for Sayville's homecoming game against East Islip.
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Beloved family-owned bakery in Floral Park opens new bistro
The family behind Buttercooky Bakery is on a journey from sweet to savory with a new eatery in Floral Park.
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Voters' guide: See the candidates who will be on your ballot
Meet the candidates and see where they stand on issues, whether you're voting by mail, voting early or voting on Election Day, Nov. 2.
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Trump parades, off-year version
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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Newsday endorses Cronin for Nassau County comptroller
Newsday's editorial board endorses candidates for the Nov. 2 election.
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Marshall: The too-high cost of prescription meds
Families shouldn't be forced to hunt for hidden ways that can save them money.
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LI medical experts praise 'mix and match' COVID booster shots
Federal officials could be poised to approve mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster shots as soon as Wednesday in an effort to get more people who were fully vaccinated the extra shot.
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Sini, Tierney tangle over bail reform, ethics
Sini, a Democrat, is seeking a second term as Suffolk's top prosecutor against Tierney, a former federal prosecutor running on the Republican and Conservative Party lines.
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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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GOP majority cuts $100M in projected revenue from Nassau budget
The Republican changes to Nassau County Executive Laura Curran's budget eliminate several county fees and rely on robust estimates of county sales tax revenue.
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Amazon to hire 1,800 seasonal workers in NYC and on LI
The local hiring is part of a push by the online retail giant to hire 150,000 to handle the holiday ordering rush.
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Manorville man charged in explosion at Aquebogue marina, police say
The blast Bryan Henry allegedly set off damaged the side of a building at Light House Marina on Meeting House Creek Road in Aquebogue, police said.
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Buildings torn down to make room for Riverhead Town Square
The former Sweezey's department store in Riverhead was torn down to make room for a Riverhead Town Square with views of the river.
LI Election 2021
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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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Voters' guide: See the candidates who will be on your ballot
Meet the candidates and see where they stand on issues, whether you're voting by mail, voting early or voting on Election Day, Nov. 2.
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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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Donnelly, Kaminsky battle for Nassau district attorney
The state's bail reform law has emerged as a central issue in the contest.
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Jan. 6 panel votes to hold Steve Bannon in contempt
The longtime ally of former President Donald Trump defied a subpoena for documents and testimony.
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U.S. expected to authorize mix-and-match COVID booster shots
Federal regulators are expected to authorize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster shots this week in an effort to provide flexibility for those seeking to maintain protection against the coronavirus.
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North Korea tests possible submarine missile, amid tensions
North Korea on Tuesday fired at least one ballistic missile into the sea in what South Korea's military described as a weapon likely designed for submarine-based launches, marking possibly the most significant demonstration of the North's military might since President Joe Biden took office.
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Colin Powell dies of COVID-19 complications, family says
The former Joint Chiefs chairman and secretary of state died from COVID-19 complications despite being fully vaccinated, his family said. He was 84.
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Trump files lawsuit to block release of Jan. 6 documents
In a federal lawsuit, Trump said the committee request was "almost limitless in scope," and sought records with no reasonable connection to that day.
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DA Tim Sini, Ray Tierney answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Posted October 19, 2021
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