Tracking Isaias
High winds from Tropical Storm Isaias caused massive power outages, canceled dozens of flights, toppled trees, downed wires and forced the Long Island Rail Road to shut down.
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Limited LIRR service restored after storm shutdown
A barrage of downed trees blocked tracks, forcing the LIRR, sister-railroad Metro-North and several subway lines out of service. Limited service resumed on the Far Rockaway and Long Beach branches. Read more
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Homeowner Phil DeVito is grateful no one was hurt when a tree fell through his house during Tropical Storm Isaias. Newsday's Pat Dolan reports from West Hempstead.
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High winds and rain battered Long Island beaches, raising concerns about erosionn damage. Newsday's Pat Dolan reports from Jones Beach State Park.
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Tropical Storm Isaias passed through Long Island, bringing rain, winds and toppled trees along with it. Here are photos of Isaias' effects on the region.
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Today's LI forecast: Bright, sunny and hot
Highs should be in the 80s today, but don't hit the beach just yet: There is a high risk of rip currents through the evening, the National Weather Service said.
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Experts say the pandemic is creating higher demand — and some bidding wars — for North Fork properties.
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The case centers around the town's at-large voting system, which opponents say suppresses minority representation on the town board.
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Cops: Woman charged in hit-and-run that injured boy
The East Meadow woman struck and seriously injured an 11-year-old boy riding a scooter in Massapequa and then drove off, authorities said.
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The pandemic forces the cancellation of a show that has been performed continually since 1933.
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Hofstra University, Molloy College, Adelphi University and Nassau Community College will each receive $2 million to help cover costs incurred from the COVID-19 pandemic, the town said.
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LI homeowners renting out their pools by the hour
They're doing it through Swimply, an app co-founded by a Long Islander who says business has seen rapid growth during the pandemic. Read more
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New York's progress in containing the virus "is even better than we expected," Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said, but needs to be protected, as he calls once more for state residents to remain vigilant.
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Most on the Island worry that the COVID-19 crisis will severely damage their finances, meaning they could spend less at restaurants and in stores, the nextLI survey finds.
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The Lord & Taylor at Westfield South Shore mall will be shuttered in bankruptcy, but the J.C. Penney will remain open after all.
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The founder of the Bloom Learning Center said she often receives messages from Riverhead residents who say the area needs day care options.
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He left behind 20 years of restaurant experience to open an ice cream shop in Commack.
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A return to schools this fall
In-class instruction should be allowed where it's possible.
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Trump turns panic peddler to nervous NIMBY suburbs
Trump isn't selling property this time. He's selling himself.
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Checking in on nursing homes
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Big wind win for New York
Offshore plan will fight climate change.
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They're off the beaten path, with novel outdoor tables and other creative touches.
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Thinking about adopting a pet? These Long Island shelter dogs are looking for forever homes.
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"Stay local" has become the mantra of risk-averse Long Islanders this season during the pandemic.
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Here are five cool-season crops to plant now to extend your growing season.
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Suddenly popular again, the outdoor screenings are popping up in many neighborhoods.
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East End stores are getting back into the retail groove.
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Virtual concerts, film discussions, drive-in movies and more.
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During the coronavirus pandemic, families are coming up with other creative ideas to celebrate a child's big day in a new way.
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Lebanese officials say they have not determined the cause of the explosion.
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U.S. appeals court: New policy on immigrants already does harm
A judge struck down a new DHS rule denying green cards to legal immigrants who use Medicaid, food stamps and other forms of public assistance, an appeals court said.
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Trump's remarks showcasing his views from coronavirus deaths to John Lewis gave the Biden campaign choice ammunition.
