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Official: One NYPD officer shot dead, one wounded in NYC
NYPD Officer Jason Rivera, left, was killed and Officer Wilbert Mora was critically wounded in a shooting in Manhattan, police said. The officers were shot in Harlem when they responded to a domestic dispute, police said.
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Islanders legend Clark Gillies dies at 67
Gillies was one of 16 Islanders players who won four straight Stanley Cups from 1980-83 and also was a member of the group that set the NHL record of 19 straight playoff series wins.
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Brian Laundrie claimed 'responsibility' for Gabby Petito's death, FBI says
The FBI said that a notebook found near the body of Laundrie — the "person of interest" in the killing of his then-fiancee and fellow Bayport-Blue Point High School graduate, Gabby Petito — contained statements "claiming responsibility for Ms. Petito's death."
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Hochul's budget includes $2.2B property tax credit
If approved, the rebate checks would be delivered in the fall and average about $970.
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Hochul holding a commanding position in race for governor
She has strong fundraising and polling numbers and a state budget flush with cash, but there are warning signs.
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Newborn tests to include focus on genetic disorders affecting minorities
The expanded genetic testing, which already includes screening for 52 disorders, will begin in June after completing the regulatory process. It's part of a legislative package signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul and designed to address discrimination and racial justice.
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Doctors said he wouldn't walk until age 5. This toddler had other plans.
In the months after surgeons removed a golf-ball-sized tumor from Luca Zayas’ infant brain, he gained the strength to sit and crawl, milestones his parents had feared he might not achieve for years.
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Entering his 2nd year, Biden retools some key priorities
He has conceded, for example, that his administration will need to pare a proposed $2.2T social infrastructure bill if he wants it to pass this year.
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Seniors follow the drumbeat of fitness
The rhythm is gonna get you … in better shape. It’s a chilly January morning at the Knolls, a housing ...
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LI teacher pleads not guilty in teen COVID shot case
A Herricks science teacher pleaded not guilty to a felony for allegedly injecting a 17-year-old friend of her son with what authorities believe was a coronavirus vaccine.
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Don't mess with grandma: Mineola man arrested in attempted elder scam, cops say
A Seaford grandmother flipped the script on a suspected scam artist, luring him into a trap set by Nassau police in a dramatic arrest captured on doorbell camera.
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PSEG puts its plan to offer $1,000 vaccine incentive on hold
The company has put on hold a plan to pay employees up to $1,000 in special one-time incentive to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, after the Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration's vaccine-or-test mandate for large employers.
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Exploring Rockville Centre: Things to do, eat and more
The vibrant South Shore village offers a little of everything ... even dinosaurs!
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Food critic tries fast food's spiciest new sandwiches
They're so hot they come with a free vanilla shake.
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Perks and benefits of joining LI museums, attractions
Being a member of a Long Island museum, aquarium or garden has its benefits such as unlimited visits and sneak previews of exhibits.
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You can play Pac-Man for free and buy other retro video games at this new LI store
"The most magical thing is when these kids eight to 10 years old are coming in to buy retro games they see on YouTube or that their parents told them about," says the owner of Game On, which just opened its third location, in Patchogue.
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Ski big and go home: 6 nearby resorts for LIers to hit the slopes this winter
Here are six ski resorts within three hours of Long Island for those looking to take a day trip this season.
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Nalu Dry Goods in Bay Shore is more than a surf shop
The shop has morphed into a combination of boutique/surf/skate and snow shop.
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TikTok inspires new artist faceoff event series at LI bar
Britney Spears or Lady Gaga? Taylor Swift or Ariana Grande? You choose.
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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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Dogs help sniff out potential trouble at JFK
Last fiscal year, dogs helped agricultural specialists at Kennedy Airport confiscate thousands of food items, plants and animals that, if they get into the U.S., could cause enormous damage.
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New area code to come to Nassau in 2023, state says
Phone numbers with 516 will keep that area code, under an "overlay" plan, but newly assigned numbers will generally get the new area code.
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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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Two new cheese stores open on LI
Cheese lovers have new spots to find the good stuff.
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From $300,921 to $380M, see how much state aid your school district could get
Some LI school districts would see a more than 20% hike in state aid, according to a Newsday analysis of Gov. Hochul's state budget proposal.
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Forecast: Below freezing temps for Saturday, Sunday
Saturday should see highs in the 20s with wind chills between -5 and 15 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
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Massapequa school board: Masks optional after Feb. 21
The school district's board has voted to halt enforcement of mask-wearing in its schools when the state mandate expires next month.
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Selden man charged in 3 Huntington Station robberies
Kristian Falterman, 40, committed a robbery at a smoke shop and two robberies a week apart at a spa, Suffolk County police said.
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Aceto HQ in Port Washington sells for $8 million
The acquirer BEB Capital said Aceto would continue to use the two-story office building at 4 Tri Harbor Court.
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Seven LI students make finals of Regeneron science competition
The high schools with finalists were: Brentwood, Syosset, John F. Kennedy in Bellmore, Roslyn and Ward Melville. Syosset and John F. Kennedy each had two students selected.
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Cinema Arts Centre's reopening delayed, no new date announced
Huntington's venerable independent theater was supposed to finally reopen on Feb 4, but "a perfect storm" of unforeseen complications has put those plans on hold.
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Entering his 2nd year, Biden retools some key priorities
He has conceded, for example, that his administration will need to pare a proposed $2.2T social infrastructure bill if he wants it to pass this year.
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U.S., Russia to try more diplomacy amid tensions over Ukraine
The United States and Russia sought to lower the temperature Friday in a heated standoff over Ukraine, even as they said no breakthrough was imminent in the crisis that has raised fears of a possible Russian invasion.
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Louie Anderson, Emmy-winning comedian, dies at 68
Louie Anderson, whose more than four-decade career as a comedian and actor included his unlikely, Emmy-winning performance as mom to twin adult sons in the TV series "Baskets," died Friday. He was 68.
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Meat Loaf, 'Bat Out of Hell' rock superstar, dies at 74
Meat Loaf, the heavyweight rock superstar loved by millions for his "Bat Out of Hell" album and for such theatrical, dark-hearted anthems as "Paradise By the Dashboard Light," "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad," and "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)," has died. He was 74.
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Jury in federal trial in Floyd killing appears mostly white
A jury of 18 people who appeared mostly white was picked Thursday for the federal trial of three Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's killing, a case that the judge told potential jurors has "absolutely nothing" to do with race.
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Clearing up confusion about COVID guidelines
Posted January 20, 2022
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Get answers about COVID testing, from LI doctors
Posted January 19, 2022
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