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Hochul's proposed budget would increase school aid funding by 7%
The governor unveiled Tuesday morning an overall $216.3 billion state budget, about a 3% increase over the last year.
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Hochul: Positive COVID-19 cases down 75% since omicron peak
The governor added that hospitalizations due to COVID-19 are also trending downward. "We hope to close the books on this winter surge soon," she said at the start of her budget address on Tuesday, pledging to focus on the "post-pandemic future."
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Suffolk OTB chief replaced by longtime VP in leadership shake-up
Longtime vice president Anthony Panella III was appointed president by the OTB board of directors and LaCarrubba was named vice president and chief operating officer, officials said in a news release.
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Cousins open new Indian restaurant in Glen Cove
"We are serving up traditional recipes with a modern vibe," said co-owner Supy Singh.
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Officials: Girl, 4, dies of injuries in Flanders crash
The child's mother faces multiple charges, including aggravated driving under the influence, in connection with the Thursday crash, authorities say.
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Big law firm moves to LI, hires ex-U.S. Attorney
Greenberg Traurig will have about 45 attorneys in Garden City and Bridgehampton by next year, the firm's officials said.
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Cops: Man stole 3 vehicles over 2 days
A thief drove off in two unlocked vehicles — a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Toyota Camry — left running outside shops in Islip Terrace and East Northport, according to Suffolk police
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Airlines again warn of potential disruption from 5G rollout
The airline industry is raising the stakes in a showdown with AT&T and Verizon over plans to launch new 5G wireless service this week, warning that thousands of flights could be grounded or delayed if the rollout takes place near major airports.
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Judge again recommends ex-NYPD officer serves prison time in Connecticut, papers say
Valerie Cincinelli wrote a letter to the judge bemoaning her planned transfer to Kentucky, according to court documents.
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Families staying on LI through affordable housing program
With housing costs 'through the roof,' these LIers were able to get support to buy or rent affordable homes.
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He was the original Mr. Met
Dan Reilly was a natural showman, and on May 31, 1964, he made his debut as Mr. Met at Shea Stadium. He died recently at 83.
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Two new cheese stores open on LI
Cheese lovers have new spots to find the good stuff.
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What is #CleanTok and how can it help us organize this year
Welcome to #CleanTok, a specialty area of TikTok where content about household chores is vacuuming up attention faster and more efficiently than a deluxe Dyson upright.
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8 winter deals at LI hotels, inns this season for a quick getaway
Local hotels and inns are offering seasonal discounts for those itching for an overnight trip or weekend getaway.
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Chef at defunct Bay Shore pizzeria reopens it as new eatery
The spot still offers pies like spicy sopressata, Buffalo chicken, and a la vodka with smoked meatballs, prosciutto, provolone and crispy shallots.
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New exhibit brings old toys, paper dolls and more to LI
The exhibit features Victorian dolls, tin and cast iron toys, wood toys and more.
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Knitwear keeps Long Islanders warm and trendy with winter
It's the comfiest, coziest trend of the year.
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Long Island shops with items that inspire and motivate for 2022
Some local business owners can help you out with products meant to motivate and inspire, from comforting crystals to energizing juices.
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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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5 outdoor activities to try in NYS: Ice biking, snowmobiling and more
If you'd like to try some of the winter pursuits that bank on how cold New York State can get, these are options to explore.
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Nassau County's first winery opens in Oceanside
Insieme does not fit the mental picture many people have of a winery: There are no grapevines growing outside, no patio overlooking a bucolic scene.
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At LI colleges, hope rises as spring semester nears
Long Island schools are keeping their fingers crossed, gamely planning a face-to-face semester, with guarded optimism that the COVID-19 surge will soon ebb.
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Top 25 gymnasts for the winter 2021-22 season
A look at the top high school gymnasts competing this winter.
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LI restaurants serving great soups
Soup isn't just a good way to warm up: It's an occasion for culinary artistry, and these are local masterpieces.
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Students are protesting COVID policies
Because of absences and teachers in isolation, in-person schooling has not helped with learning.
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Voting rights bill and masks
Reader letters to Newsday.
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From little black bags to telehealth
Doctors can provide better care if they see patients from multiple perspectives.
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COVID surge shifts Long Island couples' wedding plans ... again
From health concerns to dwindling RSVPs, the omicron surge has couples concerned.
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Glen Head library preps for construction start date on new $11.3M building
The new building will have nearly 11,000 square feet of space that will include several rooms for library programming, events, training and art shows that can be reserved by outside groups.
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Lawmakers propose bill to require heat sensors in federally funded housing
Rep. Ritchie Torres and Sen. Kristen Gillibrand will propose a bill to require heat sensors that would enable real time reporting of heating levels in each apartment and "flag" when there's "insufficient heat and hot water."
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Forecast: Sun to raise temp to 35, melts black ice
Today should be sunny with a high of 35 though northwest winds gusting as high as 36 mph will make it feel like 20 degrees, forecasters said.
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LI kicks off its first Peace Week programs honoring MLK
The event is modeled after New York City's Peace Week and aims to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and his mission of decreasing violence through community engagement.
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Hampton Bays man charged in Christmas Day fatal shooting, police say
Dominick Parisi, 57, faces a charge of murder in the second-degree, in the death of Steven Byrnes, Suffolk County police said Monday.
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Lori Loughlin, Mossimo Giannuli's home burglarized
Neither the LI-raised Loughlin, her husband nor their two adult daughters were home at the time, the actor's rep said.
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U.S. faces wave of omicron deaths in coming weeks, models say
The fast-moving omicron variant may cause less severe disease on average, but COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. are climbing and modelers forecast 50,000 to 300,000 more Americans could die by the time the wave subsides in mid-March.
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Hong Kong to kill 2,000 animals after hamsters get COVID-19
According to the CDC, animals do not appear to play a significant role in spreading the coronavirus. But Hong Kong authorities said they are not ruling out transmission between animals and humans.
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Australia has record COVID-19 deaths, hospitals under stress
The 74 deaths occurred in the country's three most populous states. The second-largest, Victoria, declared an emergency in hospitals to cope with surging patient admissions and a staffing shortage due to the coronavirus.
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Ex-NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio won't run for governor
Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday he will not run for governor, but will instead devote himself to fighting inequality in New York.
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Robert Zimmerman announces bid for 3rd Congressional District
The longtime Democratic National Committee member will be seeking to replace Rep. Tom Suozzi, who is running for governor.
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