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Former nurse pleads guilty to illegally possessing fentanyl, records show
Melissa Frame, of Merrick, pleaded guilty last week in Nassau County Court to a felony charge of possessing fentanyl with intent to sell the narcotic and a misdemeanor fentanyl possession charge, court records show.
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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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Hochul: Powell's death underscores need for COVID-19 vaccine
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday warned opponents not to "hijack" former Secretary of State Colin Powell's death by claiming COVID-19 vaccines don't work, while also announcing that New York is gearing up to help vaccinate children 5 to 11 years old as early as next month.
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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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Police: Pedestrian killed in Sunrise Highway collision
The westbound lanes of the highway were closed this morning between Locust and Lakeland avenues because of the collision, police said.
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Aaron Boone to return as Yankees manager
The fourth-year Yankees manager will return on a new three-year deal.
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LI's Flavor Flav arrested on domestic battery charge
The former Public Enemy member allegedly poked his finger on a woman's nose, threw her down and took a phone from her hand.
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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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This LaFontaine love story isn't about hockey
It's about ESPN's look at the Hall of Famer's daughter, Brianna, and her relationship with Randel McCoy, an assistant wrestling coach at Cold Spring Harbor, suffering from ALS.
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Hilly, rocky, muddy landscapes are no problem for these homeowners
Tips on taking a challenging spot and turning it into an oasis for relaxing and entertaining.
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Poll: Hochul leads potential Democratic primary field
The Siena College Research Institute poll found that Hochul is seen positively, but it also showed some concern about her job performance.
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Watchdog: Discipline 65 NYPD cops for conduct at protests
The Civilian Complaint Review Board recommended 37 accused officers face departmental trials and 28 should get less serious command discipline.
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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.
Long Islanders' Favorites
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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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What Colin Powell taught me about war, and optimism
Humility, so much at the core of this son of Jamaican immigrants, was job one.
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Listen to domestic violence survivors
In our local communities, thousands suffer in silence and live in fear.
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NYC cops affirm benevolence for Sini
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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College baking buddies open tiny cookie business
The bite-sized sandwich cookies can be delivered anywhere on Long Island.
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Brothers who own Hamptons TV to be inducted into hall of fame
Ernie and Greg Schimizzi, owners of WVVH-Hamptons TV, headed down a wooded road a few weeks ago to the technological ...
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Forecast: Sunny and cool, with warmer temperatures on the way
Temperatures are expected to be in the mid-60s today, but summer-like warmth will then return for at least a few days, the National Weather Service predicted.
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Northport OKs smaller house size for trustee who built without permits
The village Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-0 at its Sept. 29 meeting to allow trustee Tom Kehoe to construct only a 1,750-square-foot home, down from the original 3,000-square-foot proposal.
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PSEG to make customer visits to help avoid shut-offs
The utility to tell customers about government-provided energy and heating programs, as a law that prevents shut-offs to pandemic-impacted customers is set to expire in December
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'Essential' market opens in Bethpage, aims to reduce stigma of coming to food bank
The new market is "an opportunity for us to tell the public who is food insecure ... that you don't have to be ashamed to go for help," said Paule Pachter, CEO of Long Island Cares.
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The Weeknd cancels 2022 concert at UBS Arena
The pop star has decided to scrap playing arenas in favor of a new stadium tour.
LI Election 2021
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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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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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Three times Gen. Powell made news on LI
Powell, who died at age 84, often made headlines after his travels to Long Island, whether promoting the region's business community, discussing global affairs or tearing into former President Donald Trump.
