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LI's COVID-19 rate at 6.04%, highest in nearly a year
The positivity rate prompted one medical expert to say it's time for Nassau and Suffolk counties to change their tactics in dealing with the virus, noting that New York City is doing far better.
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Mayor, top cop tout city on crime despite pandemic spike
The outgoing leaders lamented that rising violence since the start of the coronavirus pandemic has cut into the large reductions seen during a "policing "nirvana."
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Opioids manufacturer settles with Nassau, Suffolk and NYS as part of landmark case
The Long Island counties will receive about $27 million each as part of the agreement.
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MTA police overtime rose 21% between '18 and '20, IG report says
The MTA Police Department was not entirely transparent about its total spending, the inspector general's report said. The report sparked recommendations that were agreed to by the MTA.
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Police search for missing Centereach mom
Police searched a sump Wednesday across the street from Melissa Molinari's Centereach home. Police said Molinari, a mother of four, was last seen at her home on Nov. 21. Cecilia Dowd reports.
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Suffolk will test for signs of housing discrimination
In response to a 2019 Newsday investigation, the Suffolk legislature has approved a $140,910 contract with Long Island Housing Services Inc. to test whether real estate agents and mortgage lenders follow fair housing laws.
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Don Hudson named managing editor of Newsday
Newsday announced Wednesday that senior assistant managing editor Don Hudson has been named managing editor, succeeding Richard Rosen, who is retiring next year. Hudson, 60, joined the staff of Newsday in 2018.
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Oyster Bay 6th LI town to opt out of marijuana sales
A town attorney told the board before its 7-0 vote that a ban would give officials time to see how new state regulations develop before Oyster Bay took the irreversible step of opting in.
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Oyster Bay town shuts down email, computers after technical problems, officials say
The town's email system has been down since at least Monday, causing emails to town officials to bounce back as undeliverable.
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LIer competes on Food Network's 'Christmas Cookie Challenge'
Mount Sinai's Emily Solomos, whose Instagram account Em's Custom Cookies is a cornucopia of delectable designs and colors, competes Thursday on season 5.
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December means primetime for Long Island star gazers
The December sky marks an interesting celestial show for star watchers particularly as 2021 comes to a close with three simultaneous events happening, astronomers say.
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COVID-19 recession hit Nassau harder than Suffolk
Nassau's gross domestic product fell 6.4% from 2019 while Suffolk's fell 4.3%. GDP is the sum of all goods and services produced.
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LI restaurants open for Christmas, Christmas Eve
There's a spot to suit all different tastes and budgets.
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Matching holiday PJs, big bucks and plenty of outtakes make the 'perfect' family photo
A picture is worth 1,000 words. But is it worth $200 of matching holiday pajamas?
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Find trendy children's clothing for winter at these LI boutiques
Shopping for children's clothes isn't a one-store-fits-all deal.
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Kickstart the holidays with these events happening on LI
Holiday events are already in full swing on Long Island.
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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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NYC winter lantern festival relocates to LI for the first time
It's the second lantern festival to come to Long Island this season.
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The elves are back! Creative Elf on the Shelf returns
The elves are back! Most Elf on the Shelf elves return to their families during what’s called Scout Elf Return ...
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Holiday gift ideas for grandparents and parents
Check off gift ideas for everyone on your holiday shopping list with our guide to the newest and trendiest offerings at Long Island-based retailers.
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LI's best pizza of 2021
The bar has been raised: Long Island pizza is better than it's ever been.
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Suozzi, Zeldin decisions have implications for 2022 national elections
National Democrats hope NY will play a role of at least limiting the expected Republican tide in the midterm elections.
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82% rent hike could put Lawrence batting cage owner out of business
Marty Rosen, who has been operating Five Towns Mini Golf and Batting Range on state-owned land since the 1970s, fears he may not survive a 82% rent hike.
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Malusis was 'last to know' about losing WFAN midday show
"Moose and Maggie" to be replaced by Tiki Barber and Brandon Tierney next month.
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Filler: If cops need sidearms, why not jabs?
There isn't much "personal choice" in policing — it's nearly all mandatory.
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The Point: Bellone and the Caddys
Bellone has been vocally frustrated with the lack of oversight and transparency from OTB.
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The Point: Different districts for Nassau
The new lines of the county's 19 districts will go for approval to the incoming Republican county executive.
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From marijuana sales and major court cases to new stores, what to expect in 2022
Long Islanders can look forward to long-delayed concerts and much-anticipated improvements to the Long Island Rail Road, plus new supermarkets, an adventure park and a rollercoaster.
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Forecast: A cold overnight and more wind chills Thursday before a weekend warmup
The rain, snow mix will end overnight and winds will kick up, bringing wind chills down to the 20s overnight and into Thursday, forecasters said.
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Cops: One driver seriously hurt in 4-vehicle crash on LIE
Only one driver was seriously injured in a four-vehicle smashup on the westbound Long Island Expressway on Tuesday afternoon in Holtsville, police said.
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Study would consider fully public LIPA by 2025
A new bill would mandate a report on the prospect of LIPA becoming a fully-public utility by the time PSEG Long Island's contract ends in 2025.
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This Long Beach baker's passionate about feeding others
"It becomes more than just the bread," says Raymond Smith. "I get to be with people that I want to be with, make what I want to make ... and go to the beach afterwards."
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Cops: Backseat passenger shot in SUV
A backseat passenger in an SUV was shot by someone in a black sedan in the East Patchogue/North Bellport area on Tuesday night — and then driven to a hospital by a Good Samaritan, Suffolk police said.
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Lawyer: LI's Flavor Flav aims to stay sober as battery case closes
The 62-year-old rapper and reality TV star pleaded no contest in a Nevada court to a lesser charge following the dismissal of a misdemeanor domestic battery charge.
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Senate rejects Biden's vaccine mandate for businesses
The Senate narrowly approved a resolution Wednesday to nullify the Biden administration's requirement that businesses with 100 or more workers have their employees be vaccinated against the coronavirus or submit to weekly testing.
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Giant Christmas tree outside Fox News headquarters set afire
A man was charged with arson and other crimes Wednesday for setting fire to a 50-foot Christmas tree in front of Fox News headquarters in midtown Manhattan, police said.
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Pfizer: COVID booster offers protection against omicron
Pfizer said Wednesday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine may protect against the new omicron variant even though the initial two doses appear significantly less effective.
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5 must-have features on new cars
One of the perks of buying a new vehicle is that it offers features that promise a safer and more convenient driving experience.
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Biden-Putin square off as tension grows on Ukraine border
Face to face for two hours, President Joe Biden and Russia's Vladimir Putin squared off in a secure video call Tuesday as the U.S. president tried to put Moscow on notice that a Russian invasion of Ukraine would bring enormous harm to the Russian economy.
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