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Experts predict COVID-19 will be around for years to come
The coronavirus likely will become more like the flu, hospitalizing and killing some of the most vulnerable but not posing a major threat for most people, doctors say.
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Poll: Americans share values, but are deeply divided on key issues
Profound divisions over race and political issues such as abortion and the 2020 presidential election have many worried about the fate of the country, according to a national survey conducted by Siena College.
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Suffolk marathon takes runners over the Robert Moses for first time
The Suffolk County Marathon was run today. For the first time, runners were permitted to race over the Robert Moses Causeway. Steve Langford reports.
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Voters' guide: See the candidates who will be on your ballot
Early voting for the Nov. 2 election started Saturday, with Nassau executive and DA races in both counties leading the ballot. See who's running and where they stand on the issues.
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Fauci: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine could be available for children in early November
The nation's top infectious disease expert said that with regulatory approval, "it's entirely possible, if not very likely," that children between the ages of 5 and 11 could begin receiving the vaccine within the first two weeks of November.
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Report: NYPD officers didn't racially profile people when enforcing COVID-19 rules
NYPD monitor Peter Zimroth said that while police social distancing enforcement received a lot of media attention and generated controversy, officers didn’t extensively use arrests or summonses to enforce that authority.
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Cops: Coram woman found on her lawn with fatal stab wounds
A 911 call brought Suffolk police to the home on Harford Avenue where they found the victim, police say.
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Barclays Center forced to close doors to keep out pregame protesters
Group chanting "Let Kyrie Play" before Nets' home opener storms main entrance.
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Jones a triple threat in undermanned Giants' win over Panthers
The quarterback threw for 203 yards and a TD, ran for 30 yards and had a 16-yard reception to help improve the Giants' record to 2-5.
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County comptroller reviewing sportsmen's club's exclusive lease deal
John Kennedy said he plans a "preliminary review and investigatory analysis" of the county's recent approval of an exclusive lease of preserved county land in Manorville for use by a private gun club.
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District: Threat leads to searches of two Valley Stream schools, canceled homecoming events
After consulting with police, the Valley Stream Central High School district said, it will keep North High and Memorial Junior High open Monday. But it will operate all of its schools under lockout protocols.
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Crew member who gave Baldwin gun subject of prior complaint
A crew member says she has raised safety concerns in the past about the assistant director who authorities say unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin the prop gun that killed a cinematographer on a film set.
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You can skip the lines at these LI haunted houses. Here's how.
Halloween attractions are known for bringing the lines. Several are now offering fast passes.
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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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Scenic spots for fall bike rides on LI
Hit the paved paths at these scenic spots.
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Girl Scouts holiday light drive-thru returns with extended dates
Five new displays will showcase designs created by local Girl Scouts
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Dogs available for adoption now on LI
Here are pups of all ages available for adoption from several local shelters.
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5 horseback riding experiences the family can try this fall
Some say there's no better time to try horseback riding than autumn on Long Island.
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How to spend the day in Long Beach this fall
Long Beach has offerings that extend beyond the summer.
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Hands-on museum exhibits for kids to explore this fall
They'll feel as if they're stepping foot on Mars at the Cradle of Aviation
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Majority of LI educators earn at least $100,000 annually, report shows
Educators say pay levels reflect the region's relatively high cost of living, along with the desire of local school districts to remain competitive in recruiting staff.
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'Light over darkness': Selden Hindu temple celebrates Diwali
Members of Long Island's Indian community gathered Saturday for a "festival of light" that featured Indian delicacies, dancing, art and fashion.
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Shoppers World opens first LI store
The discount retailer takes over the anchor space at Green Acres Mall that had been home to Century 21.
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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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Newsday endorses Joe Saladino for Oyster Bay supervisor
Newsday's editorial board endorses candidates for the Nov. 2 election.
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Parents instilling good habits, juice for kids, COVID vaccines and more
Reader letters to Newsday.
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Newsday endorses Anne Donnelly for Nassau County district attorney
Newsday's editorial board endorses candidates for the Nov. 2 election.
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Huntington officials further limiting gas-powered leaf blower use
Updated town code now bans the use of gas leaf blowers any time on Saturdays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Previously, gas leaf blower use was allowed year-round on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Police: Mother killed, daughter hurt in collision
Police said a West Babylon teen has been charged in connection with the collision.
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A quiet, dignified life honored with Amagansett park renaming
After serving as a Tuskegee Airman during WWII and enduring postwar discrimination, Lee Hayes settled in East Hampton and became a town Democratic committeeman, a founding member of the Calvary Baptist Church and advocated to hire the town's first Black poll watcher.
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Long Island forecast: Coastal storm moves in Monday night into Tuesday
The coastal storm will last from Monday evening through Tuesday and could bring 2-4 inches of rain and wind gusts of 30 mph to 45 mph, the National Weather Service said.
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Developer selected to revitalize Mastic Beach's blighted downtown
Jericho developer Beechwood Organization and Brookhaven Town officials will begin crafting plans for downtown Mastic Beach that could include a mix of new housing, offices and retail shops.
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Retired firefighter in need of someone to save him
Fire departments around New York, from Islip to Yonkers, are holding donation drives to test potential bone marrow donors with the "Be the Match" campaign.
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516 area code callers' fingers to be getting workouts
Starting Sunday, calls made within Nassau County's area code, 516, will all require dialing 10 digits (and depending on your carrier, 11 digits).
LI Election 2021
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Early voting has begun; here's how to vote
Nassau County has 17 early voting sites and Suffolk has 12.
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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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Todd Kaminsky, Anne Donnelly answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Hear what the candidates running for Nassau 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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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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Crew member who gave Baldwin gun subject of prior complaint
A crew member says she has raised safety concerns in the past about the assistant director who authorities say unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin the prop gun that killed a cinematographer on a film set.
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Pelosi: Democrats close to compromise on spending packages
Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the gap between progressive and moderate Democrats is narrowing on twin infrastructure bills.
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Film set tragedy spurs call to ban guns
The tragedy has led some in Hollywood, along with incredulous observers, to ask: Why are real guns ever used on set, when computers can create gunshots in post-production? Isn't even the smallest risk unacceptable?
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Film crew voiced complaints before fatal on-set shooting
Alec Baldwin fatally shot a cinematographer on a New Mexico film set with a gun a crew member had assured the actor was safe, a tragic mistake that came hours after some workers walked off the job to protest conditions and production issues.
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Poll: Americans share values, but are deeply divided on key issues
Profound divisions over race and political issues such as abortion and the 2020 presidential election have many worried about the fate of the country, according to a national survey conducted by Siena College.
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Nassau DA candidates answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Posted October 20, 2021
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DA Tim Sini, Ray Tierney answer LIers' questions in virtual town hall
Posted October 19, 2021
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