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Cuomo: 'A possible flattening of the curve' as NY exceeds 130,000 coronavirus cases
Gov. Cuomo said schools and nonessential businesses will remain closed through April 29, while increasing fines for violating social distancing rules.
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See how coronavirus has spread in your community and in communities across Long Island, New York City and New York State.
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Former COVID-19 patients to be tested for plasma donations
Researchers are working to see if the antibodies in people who successfully fought back the virus can be used to stop the infection in other patients.
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The report builds on data from China, where the outbreak started in late December, which suggested COVID-19 cases among children may be less severe than those in adults.
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Morgues, funeral homes, cemeteries and crematoria across Long Island and New York City are struggling to manage the death toll from the virus.
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The 20,000 kits, to be administered by appointment at Nassau University Medical Center, also will test for antibodies.
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The shortage of medical personnel to assist and relieve NY's exhausted doctors and nurses remains a looming challenge, Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
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87% of respondents said their daily lives were somewhat or very significantly affected by the virus.
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British PM Boris Johnson was moved to the intensive care unit of a London hospital after his coronavirus symptoms worsened Monday.
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Scammers never sleep. Some are working overtime to profit from the coronavirus. Here's what you need to look out for and how to protect yourself.
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Board of Regents Chancellor Betty Rosa said during a teleconference of the policymaking group that an announcement would be made Tuesday.
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The 28-year-old woman is hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after police said she was shot by the father of her child Sunday night.
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The company, which distributes supplies to dentists, physicians and clinics, said it also was cutting payroll and decreasing spending to increase "financial flexibility."
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Bellport's Shannon Gibbons did not make it out of the top 40 on Sunday's show.
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Meet Newsday's All-Long Island boys basketball first team for the 2019-20 winter season.
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Patchogue Theatre lets go of all staff, citing economy
Officials at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts said the venue could not afford to keep workers while closed during the pandemic.
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Developer to seek $52M in tax breaks for Long Beach project
Engel Burman plans to build almost 450 condos and apartments, plus retail and restaurant offerings, facing the boardwalk on an oceanfront Superblock property.
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U.S. needs a national response against COVID-19
Washington must coordinate a large deployment of staff and resources so that states such as NY will get the help they need.
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Michael Dowling: To health care workers, thank you
You have entered unthinkable situations each day, facing the virus with no known treatment or vaccine with the same rigor and hope as ever before.
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A numbers game
The Point is Newsday's daily opinion newsletter.
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Now trending — chocolate bunnies to go.
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Most content on the new service for smartphones or tablets won't be longer than seven minutes.
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The devotion that some Long Islanders develop for their favorite restaurants often goes beyond food.
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A few local businesses are providing family-friendly, yet socially distant, Easter fun.
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From touring LI museums to virtual activities for kids, we're here to help you stay happy and healthy while social distancing.
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Urban growth is predicted to create green industries with a focus on greater energy efficiency and resource sustainability.
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Floral shop owner Jeanine Amato has delivered 160 red roses, each in its own vase with a handwritten note, to a local nursing home.
Weather & Wellness
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Why are we sleeping 90 minutes less?
The weather may make you feel more tired, but as meteorologist Bonnie Schneider explains, for some sleep may be harder to achieve this time of year.
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