First 100 days
President Joe Biden plans to take executive action today to provide a stopgap measure of financial relief to millions of Americans while Congress begins to consider his much larger $1.9 trillion package to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Tracking the coronavirus
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Some 96,000 people were vaccinated in the state in the last 24 hours, but the state has the capacity to inoculate far more, state officials have said.
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An individual seeking a shot based on work status must provide proof such as an employee ID card, and someone going because of his or her age must bring an ID with a date of birth, the state says.
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Small Business Association representatives are answering questions about the revamped Paycheck Protection Program, and what merchants need to meet the March 31 deadline.
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The Long Island experts say what's needed right now is a better process for getting teachers and staff vaccinated against the coronavirus and making schools safe again for live, in-person learning for students.
Top Stories
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Two Nassau students named finalists in Regeneron competition
Lucy Zha, of The Wheatley School, was honored for her research on the impact of plant-based chemicals on cancer cells. Justin Shen, of Jericho High School, focused on how amino acid in green tea can reduce toxicity in water pollutants. Read more
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"[The travel ban] was very hurtful, very painful, for all of us," says Habeeb Ahmed, chairman of the Westbury Mosque, Islamic Center of Long Island.
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Repeal of the SALT cap, job training and infrastructure, higher taxes on the wealthy and easier unionizing are all on the table.
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From Jones Beach to Billy Joel, see how well you know Long Island’s iconic people and places.
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The county says it wants to collaborate with local governments and the state on a clear, uniform path to distribute rent help to those harmed by COVID-19.
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Former Rep. Steve Israel has removed himself from consideration as President Joe Biden's Ambassador to Israel, saying "now is not ...
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The winter installment begins Sunday and will largely focus on the latter.
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A federal judge has delayed a hearing into whether the convictions of former Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano and his wife, Linda, should be overturned because of a defense claim that a key government witness in the case committed perjury.
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Shaking things up can mean doing something as simple as getting a tattoo or as complicated as embarking on a new career.
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Walt Whitman's great-grandfather Nehemiah lived in the house and his grandfather Jesse was born there.
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The home of the Borghese family is now up for sale, along with 1680-era barns and 66 acres of partially planted land.
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Side hustles range from painting to delivering food.
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David's Cookies has been operating as a mail-order company since 1987, but now it's back with two local storefronts.
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New York needs budget help from Washington
Getting enough money from D.C. to avoid cuts and new taxes will require leadership from Biden, Pelosi and Schumer.
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Shabby use of Trump's pardon power
We should reform the presidential perk.
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Education & COVID-19: What do schools need now?
Educators discuss what resources schools need in order to ensure the safety, health and well-being of staff and students.
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5 nostalgia-packed stores to shop on Long Island
Turn back time with Sugar Babies, Spaldeens, Silly Putty and more. Read more
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While winter isn't typically the best time of year for food shopping, the COVID-19 pandemic has actually widened the options for procuring produce.
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Virtual concerts, film discussions, drive-in movies and more.
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"I learned what it takes to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange," Shane says. "[We learned] about stocks and IPOs and bonds and the beginning steps of trading."
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The store sells clothes made specifically to help the wearer make light of a bad breakup.
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Pet owners are dressing like their dogs, or conversely, dogs are starting to dress like their people.
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Sales are virtual, so you won't see Scouts outside the grocery store.
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Here are some local places to shop, play and hang while accompanied by your pooch this winter.
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Business & COVID-19: The new economic aid act & PPP loans
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Education & COVID-19: What do schools need now?
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COVID-19 vaccines: Answers to your most-asked questions
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