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Governor Cuomo asks private businesses to go to vaccine-only admission
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo asked private businesses to go to "vaccine-only admission." Some Long Islanders said it was a good idea; others disagreed. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.
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MTA employees must be vaccinated or tested weekly, Cuomo says
All MTA employees as well as Port Authority of New York and New Jersey workers in New York will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or tested weekly by Labor Day, the governor announced.
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Fans, family mourn hip-hop star Biz Markie
Markie's cousin, Vaughan Lee, known as "DJ Cool V," said Markie touched so many people through his music. "He wanted to put Long Island on the map," Lee said, holding back tears.
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Witness says he was berated for questioning opioid sales orders
The compliance officer testified that he was verbally bullied by an executive in charge of opioid sales for potentially jeopardizing sales and the company's relationship with a large retailer.
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Family rescued after boat capsizes in Huntington Bay, officials say
Life jackets were key to the good outcome, officials said, and the owner of the 16-foot boat was issued a summons for overcrowding.
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Suffolk promotes first Hispanic chief in department's history
Suffolk County's police department named Milagros Soto as its first Hispanic chief, a historic promotion in the largely white department that has struggled to diversify despite a federal mandate to do so.
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Shark sightings reported at eastern end of Fire Island
The sightings, which prompted the closing of Davis Park Beach, would be furthest east a shark has been seen on Long Island this summer.
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FDNY firefighter's brother to walk from Pentagon to WTC
"This walk will remind our fellow Americans what happened 20 years ago, so they will tell their children what happened, and they can tell their children, so we keep our promise to never forget," Frank Siller said.
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These restaurants, employers, colleges and NYC theaters will be requiring COVID-19 vaccines
New York State and Molloy College have joined the growing list of employers, schools and entertainment venues that have issued COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
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Jones Beach concertgoers can take the bus
Concertgoers at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater this summer will be able to ride Nassau Inter-County Express buses to and from LIRR's Freeport station, Nassau officials said.
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$70M Hicksville project would move downtown closer to transit-oriented reality
"It does exactly what the community wanted — remove blighted properties," Vision Long Island director Eric Alexander said of the proposed Fieldstone at North Broadway.
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Police: Man fatally shot outside Central Islip restaurant
Suffolk police identified the victim as a Bay Shore man who had known the alleged shooter, who has been charged with second-degree murder.
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You can reserve an Instagram-worthy picnic in the park
Picnic companies are taking care of the elaborate set-ups for you.
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New LI dessert spot serves coffee imprinted with your photo
Besides Instagram-ready lattes, you'll find crepes and elegant pastries.
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LI merch is 'really trendy.' Shop local pride at these boutiques.
Some boutiques say their Long Island sections are "top-selling."
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Family carnivals are back: Put these dates in your calendar
The Feast of St. Rocco is the first up.
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Intimidated by home design? This LI designer wants to help
Keith Baltimore owns The Baltimore Design Center, where he says advice is always offered.
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Tropical spots on LI that'll make you feel like you're on vacation
Tiki bars, salt shacks and beach resorts can help you make an escape this summer, if just for a few hours.
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Exploring Port Jefferson: Things to do, restaurants, shopping and more
This waterfront community offers an eclectic menu, a wide range of shopping options, and a vibrant downtown strip with activities for all ages.
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These dogs have jobs and they’re doggone good at them
From looking for explosives, providing therapy and greeting customers, some dogs get to go to work. Meet five of Long Island's working canines.
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Issuance of minor summons turns into dangerous struggle
A Suffolk officer said a man struggled and tried to take his baton and pepper spray and was only subdued with the help of two Good Samaritans.
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Curran bill would provide $375 payments to Nassau residents
The plan would give one-time payments to Nassau households with maximum incomes of $168,900 — or that demonstrate negative impact from COVID-19 pandemic.
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Ride the new Ocean Parkway bike path, from start to finish
Pace yourself with these must-see stops along the way.
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See Matt Davies' latest cartoon
Matt Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.
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Want creative, happy kids? Put them on 'kairos time'
Creativity arises from long periods of freedom, followed by moments of surprise, wonder and inspiration.
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A logical deduction
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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Foundation gifts nearly $400G for Montauk Lighthouse repairs
The grant from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation will allow the Montauk Historical Society to boost its fundraising goal from $1.1 million to $1.86 million and expand the project's scope to include an overhaul of the 1860 building that houses the museum and lighthouse keeper's quarters.
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It will take just over 2 weeks for all LI schools to welcome back students
Jericho will be the first district to start classes on Aug. 26, but many superintendents said they're ready to return to full classroom instruction as they await state guidance on remote learning options and mask mandates.
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COVID-19 'long haulers' use music as therapy for lingering health issues
While health experts are still learning about the long-term effects of COVID-19, rehabilitation centers are looking for new ways to help patients who survived their bout with the disease but still face a lengthy recovery process.
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Riverhead — bustling, but still bucolic
The gateway to the North Fork and the Hamptons is revitalizing its downtown while keeping its small-town appeal.
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Seeking a 'New England' feel for hamlet's blighted downtown
Brookhaven has launched a search for a master developer to prepare a plan that includes housing, retail stores and restaurants that will rejuvenate the community and give it "a sense of place," officials said.
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Barney the Bull rescuers to public: Call 911, don't try anything yourselves
Animal rescuers plastered signs around the Mastic area urging residents to call 911 should they spot the escaped bull around town.
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Forecast: Sunny today on LI with highs in the low 80s
The National Weather Service said Long Island is in for sunny skies today, with temperatures in the low 80s. But don't expect wonderful weather to last long.
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LI's Capobianco advances to Olympic diving semifinals
Already a medal winner, Capobianco has a chance to dive for a second later tonight.
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Biles to return for Olympics balance beam final
American star will compete Tuesday, a little over a week after stepping away from the meet to focus on her mental health.
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USA baseball's bullpen can't hold lead vs. Japan in Olympic knockout game
Team USA gives up 6-5 lead in 9th before losing in the 10th and moving into loser's bracket of the double-elimination second round
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USA women's soccer loses to Canada in Olympic semifinals
PK in 74th minute lifts Canada and USA will now play for the bronze medal
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$1 trillion infrastructure debate finally opens in Senate
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer sought to speed up consideration of a nearly $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package Monday, promising that Democrats would work with Republicans to put together amendments. GOP senators cautioned that they needed time to digest the massive bill.
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Biles to return for Olympics balance beam final
American star will compete Tuesday, a little over a week after stepping away from the meet to focus on her mental health.
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Graham 1st vaccinated senator to test positive for COVID-19
Sen. Lindsey Graham has become the first senator to disclose a breakthrough infection after being vaccinated against the coronavirus, saying Monday he is "very glad" he received the vaccine, without which his current symptoms would be "far worse."
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U.S. employers ratchet up the pressure on the unvaccinated
Employers are losing patience with unvaccinated workers.
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Evictions expected to spike as federal moratorium ends
Parts of the South and other regions with weaker tenant protections will likely see the largest spikes and communities of color where vaccination rates are sometimes lower will be hit hardest. But advocates say this crisis is likely to have a wider impact than pre-pandemic evictions.
