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U.S. recommends 'pause' for J&J vaccine, but expects restart in 'matter of days'
In a joint statement Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Food and Drug Administration said they were investigating unusual clots that occurred six to 13 days after vaccination.
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7-Eleven opens first Long Island mall store
The store is the retailer's first mall location on Long Island and ninth mall location overall, as the chain seeks to grow by moving into nontraditional spaces.
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U.S. to leave troops in Afghanistan beyond May; Biden sets 9/11 as new goal
President Biden has decided to leave American troops there beyond the May 1 deadline negotiated with the Taliban by the Trump administration, and has set the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks as the new goal, officials said.
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Police: Cop, two passengers hurt when police car hits tree
The collision occurred near the Raynor Country Day School just after 8 a.m., Southampton Town police said.
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Spotlight: Plays of the week, plus big wins for Plainedge, St. Anthony's
Newsday's Gregg Sarra looks at the plays of the week in high school football and soccer, highlighting Plainedge's 27-0 win over Bethpage and St. Anthony's 27-9 victory over St. John the Baptist.
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LI sophomore: Why I sat during the Pledge of Allegiance
Kylah Avery, 16, who was seen in a viral video sitting during the Pledge of Allegiance, says the pledge is "riddled with false promises."
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Pressure builds to fire Minnesota officer who killed Daunte Wright
The pressure built to fire the suburban Minneapolis police officer who killed a 20-year-old Black man during an altercation after a traffic stop, a shooting authorities said was a tragic mistake.
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Precinct supervisor: 'We thought we had lost' cop after suspect stabbed him
Suffolk police Sgt. Frank Samartino said he decided to transport Officer Christopher Racioppo to a hospital in a patrol car because the three-year police veteran looked like he was bleeding to death.
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Movie studio development approved for Port Washington North
The board's approval last week marked the end of a two-year-long process that included six public hearings and multiple plan revisions.
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Officials: Early-morning fire breaks out in Lindenhurst
The fire raced through a largely vacant, one-story stand-alone storefront on Montauk Highway, Suffolk County fire officials said.
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New Elmont eatery serves homestyle Pakistani food
Its owner is adamant: Nothing cooked in advance, nothing frozen or microwaved.
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Wall-to-wall art: Murals hit home for some on LI
Artists turn walls into works of art and new worlds, from outdoor scenes to unexpected designs, giving homes a unique stamp.
Tracking the coronavirus
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Study: Blood thinners helping COVID-19 patients after they're released
Experts at the Long Island-based Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research said the findings are key because researchers are still trying to understand and manage the long-term effects of the coronavirus.
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Cuomo: Outdoor graduations of more than 500 people OK with restrictions
The governor also announced guidance for smaller outdoor and indoor ceremonies, including capacity restrictions and COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements, after limitations last year severely curtailed in-person graduations.
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'Let's vaccinate them at the schools': NY's vaccine push focusing on students
Gov. Cuomo said during a visit to Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood that the state will send doses to colleges.
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De Blasio: After opt-in about 40% of NYC students to be in schools
About 50,000 newly opted-in students will return April 26. They will bring to about 365,000 the number of in-person students, out of about 960,000 total, according to Danielle Filson, a city Education Department spokeswoman.
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State figures: NY nursing home staff lagging in COVID-19 vaccinations
Nursing home executives said they've been relentless in messaging the importance of vaccinations, but four of every 10 staff members have declined the shots for the coronavirus despite having priority access.
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Pandemic opened courts to virtual operations, but challenges persist
A Newsday survey found that embracing videoconference technology was key to keeping the legal system running during the pandemic. But some of the region's top legal officials also agreed challenges remain.
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NY seeks to suspend or revoke licenses of 18 LI real estate agents cited in Newsday investigation
The state has already revoked the license of one agent amid a housing bias probe stemming from the Long Island Divided project, in what records and interviews show is the first such instance in more than 20 years.
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What will summer look like on Long Island? Here's a preview.
It could look a lot like last summer — but there's hope: The Bethpage Air Show is set to return. The Long Island Ducks might play ball, and shows and concerts are on track to come back. And of course there's the beaches and parks.
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Explore Huntington's bars, restaurants, shops and more
Huntington has a vibrant downtown, a nationally-recognized working farm, a castle and more.
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State budget a mixed bag for Long Island
Reps must form alliances to deliver.
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LI sophomore: Why I sat during the Pledge of Allegiance
Kylah Avery, 16, who was seen in a viral video sitting during the Pledge of Allegiance, says the pledge is "riddled with false promises."
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The new rental boom that could help kill NIMBYism
The opportunity for institutional investors in the housing market isn't in buying homes right now, it's in building them.
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North Fork fun: Spring getaway ideas for couples, friends and families
Long Island's North Fork is a year-round spot loaded with unique opportunities for everyone.
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New food truck is LI's first Egyptian eatery
The menu features familiar Middle Eastern dishes such as hummus and falafel, plus less familiar eats like foul mudames (stewed fava beans).
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LI winery and brewery tours by trolley, bus and bicycle
Buses and trolleys are ready to transport you to Long Island's breweries and wineries for a day of tastings--or you can take a group pedaling.
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Gone fishing: How to get started at LI's freshwater lakes and ponds
Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, April trout are a spring delight.
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Butterfly greenhouse pops up in LI village
More than 100 butterflies can be spotted inside the greenhouse.
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Tips for getting your motorcycle ready to ride
Get your motorcycle road ready for the spring season and learn how to learn to ride.
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Doggie day care and indoor dog parks on LI
Here are some venues that your fury friend can head to for fun and fitness during the day.
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