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LI's COVID-19 daily positivity rate hits highest mark since late April
The steadily increasing daily positivity rate, which was 2.3% on Long Island in Sunday test results, comes during a continuing slowdown in vaccinations and with the closing of statewide mass vaccination locations, including the Jones Beach site on Monday.
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Protesters decry COVID-19 vaccine mandate for SUNY, CUNY students
Demonstrators assembled outside the Stony Brook LIRR station to voices objections to the mandate, saying getting vaccinated should be a personal choice for college students.
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Father calls son's sentencing of 16 years for killing mother 'fair'
A Syosset widower whose wife of nearly four decades died after a 2019 stabbing attack by their son with autism said that he believed the 16-year prison sentence a judge handed down was a just ending to their family tragedy.
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LI's senior living communities allow for aging in place and in style
Several senior living communities on Long Island cover a range of needs, from continued care to special activities.
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Cops: Man charged with vehicular homicide, DWI in fatal crash
Police said the driver was making a U-turn when his vehicle collided with a motorcyclist last night.
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Residents go out on a limb for trees, delay $6M Manorhaven streetscape project
A $6 million project to revamp Manorhaven's mile-long main street is scheduled to begin in the fall, a long-awaited infrastructure upgrade that was delayed by opposition to tree removal and then the pandemic.
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LI man sentenced to 18 months after threatening to assassinate federal judge
Frank Caporusso had pled guilty to calling the chambers of a federal judge overseeing the prosecution of former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn last year and leaving a voice message saying the judge would "not be safe."
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Promising journalist, organ donation advocate dies at 24
Taylor Rose Clarke, who received a heart transplant in 2016, graduated from Hofstra University last year.
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An Olympian task awaits physician for U.S. team in Tokyo
Dr. Ariel Nassim is one of seven physicians making the trip to Tokyo to treat the U.S. Olympic team and support staff amid ongoing safety concerns because of the pandemic.
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Bezos riding own rocket on company's 1st flight with people
Jeff Bezos is about to soar on his space travel company's first flight with people on board.
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Police: Man stole seniors' identities to buy iPhones
Police said the seniors were all residents of the same Bay Shore assisted living community.
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Nassau GOP names Anne Donnelly as DA candidate
She will face Democrat Todd Kaminsky in the race to replace former DA Madeline Singas, who was appointed to the state Court of Appeals.
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Olympic fever for judo builds on LI
Take a judo class on Long Island as you watch the Olympics.
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Homemade gelato spot opens in Seaford
Lavish offerings are riddled with rainbow cookies or bananas and Nutella.
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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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LI winery finder: Plan your getaway now
Winery Finder will give you everything you need to know about LI’s wine country.
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5 coastal destinations in the Northeast for LIers to visit this summer
Travel to five places no more than five hours away from LI that provide their own takes on life near the Atlantic Ocean.
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2 new pedal boats hit the water on Long Island
You can pedal your way through the water with friends.
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LI candle company opens brick-and-mortar boutique
The products are also sold at Whole Foods.
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Dogs available for adoption now on LI
Thinking about adopting a pet? These Long Island shelter dogs are looking for forever homes.
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Explore the new issue of Feed Me Magazine
Take on the ultimate Fire Island foodie crawl, grab a bite at one of LI's marinas and discover the charming village that's perfect for summer dining.
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Nassau owes $17.2M in refunds after assessment challenges
Nassau officials said the coronavirus pandemic made it difficult to settle all assessment challenges before tax bills went out.
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Sound Beach house with low taxes lists for $359,000
The two-bedroom, one-bath home, near North Shore beaches, has an open floor plan and cathedral ceilings. Taxes are $2,436.
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The crime fighters in the Nassau DA race
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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Assessment mess a statewide issue
Laura Curran promised an accurate and defensible roll, produced one, then was battered by a crushing pandemic.
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O'Reilly: UN racism envoy will fan the flames
It's not hard to understand why many on the right call those on the hard left America haters.
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Space tourism? LI has the right stuff
LI business leader sends a tweet to Bezos, Branson and Musk promoting Long Island's future in space tourism and its prowess in the aeronautics industry.
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Forecast: Sunny and hot today, chance of storms tomorrow
Highs should be near 90 degrees today on Long Island. Storms with powerful winds are possible starting tomorrow afternoon, the National Weather Service said.
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NIFA orders NuHealth to file formal financial plans
NIFA is requiring NuHealth to file the plans after two consultants this year warned NuHealth could possibly fail.
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Police: Body of Dix Hills native identified in Florida building collapse
The Miami-Dade Police Department said that it found Dr. Brad Cohen, 51, an orthopedic surgeon and a father of two, on July 7 and positively identified him Friday.
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Cops: ATV rider struck July 10 by hit-run driver dies
The victim, 31, had been hospitalized in critical condition following the crash, which occurred at about 8:53 p.m. at Peninsula Boulevard and South Franklin Street in Hempstead.
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Cops: 3 charged after supermarket parking lot shooting that injured 2
Police said two wounded men "shot each other" in the parking lot of the Lidl Supermarket in Center Moriches following a verbal altercation.
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Where in the world is Lindsay Lohan now?
Lohan enraptured Lebanese fans when she posed for photos with them and a former local mayor outside an Italian restaurant while visiting the Beirut suburb of Hammana.
Nation/world
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Twitter timeout for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene COVID tweets
Twitter is giving Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene a 12-hour timeout, saying some of her tweets violated the social media site's policy against misinformation regarding the coronavirus pandemic.
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LI man sentenced to 18 months after threatening to assassinate federal judge
Frank Caporusso had pled guilty to calling the chambers of a federal judge overseeing the prosecution of former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn last year and leaving a voice message saying the judge would "not be safe."
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China rejects hacking charges, accuses U.S. of cyberspying
China on Tuesday rejected an accusation by Washington and its Western allies that Beijing is to blame for a hack of the Microsoft Exchange email system and complained Chinese entities are victims of damaging U.S. cyberattacks.
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Biden wants spending to boost economy, but GOP to block vote
President Joe Biden said his infrastructure and families agenda must be passed to sustain the economic momentum of his first six months in office, aiming to set the tone for a crucial week of congressional negotiations on the two bills.
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Bezos riding own rocket on company's 1st flight with people
Jeff Bezos is about to soar on his space travel company's first flight with people on board.
