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Three family members die in Garden City blaze, officials say
The victims were a 62-year-old man, a 60-year-old woman and an 18-year-old woman, according to the Nassau County Police Department. The 18-year-old was a student at Garden City High School, the district superintendent said in a public letter.
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Massive fire met with massive response
More than 300 firefighters from across Nassau and Suffolk fought through flames and billowing smoke to battle what some fire officials said was the largest blaze in recent history.
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Schumer asks U.S. for money to fight surge in drug use during pandemic
Citing data first reported by Newsday last month, Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said federal assistance is needed to address the projected 34% jump in fatal overdoses in Nassau in 2020 and the projected 12% increase in Suffolk.
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Senate passes bill requiring LIPA/PSEG disclose lobbying activities
Its sponsor says ratepayers need a fuller picture of the expenditures, and shouldn't be footing the cost for corporate image-building.
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Long Beach man sues police, city for $25M over Trump, Biden flags
The man is suing city and police officials for $25 million on claims his free speech was violated over citations he's received for flying pro-Trump and anti-Biden flags at his home and on his car.
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LI leaders seek more than $5 billion from American Jobs Plan to rebuild infrastructure
The list of $5.5 billion in projects will be submitted to the state's congressional delegation as they negotiate terms of President Joe Biden's proposed $2 trillion American Jobs Plan.
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Lake Grove seniors bowl over the Wii competition
Three residents and a driver at The Bristal Assisted Living facility played their way to the title of Super Master 1 Division champs by beating a team from Florida Presbyterian Homes in Lakeland, Florida.
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DA: Texas man stalked East Islip woman he met online
Adil Khan, 25, of Austin, Texas was arrested during a sting operation in which he believed he was meeting the victim, Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy D. Sini. Police said he had a loaded 9 mm handgun in his vehicle.
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Officials: Pair charged in '20 fatal shooting of baby
The alleged gang members went to the park looking for members of a rival gang but when they opened fire, one-year-old Davell Gardner was shot and killed, says Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez.
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Dear Sal: The NFL likes the way you play
Plainedge High School tight end Sal Cirisano is the only high school player in New York State to win the league's nationwide "Way to Play" award that recognized 22 players this year who demonstrated exceptional in-game playing technique.
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These two LI friends are also 'High School Musical' castmates
Woodmere's Andrew Barth Feldman joins his pal, Islip's Larry Saperstein, on the new season of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series."
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New York yet to get rent relief money out the door
Applications for the money won't even be available until the end of the month at best.
Tracking the coronavirus
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State: Virus positivity rate at 1.27%, the lowest since Oct. 22
"As we make progress defeating the COVID beast and the numbers continue to come down, we are incrementally reopening our economy based on the science and the data," Cuomo said.
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Local music venues call for clarity on COVID guidelines
Local music venues like Mulcahy's of Wantagh, 89 North of Patchogue and others are calling for clarity on Gov. Cuomo's current COVID restrictions.
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When was the last time you saw a dentist? COVID-19 fears take toll on care
Dentists on Long Island said they are seeing the results of that delayed care in more cavities, inflamed gums and other conditions.
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U.S. unemployment claims fall to a pandemic low of 498,000
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 498,000, the lowest point since the viral pandemic struck 14 months ago and a sign of the job market's growing strength as businesses reopen and consumers step up spending.
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Student ambassadors encourage COVID-19 vaccinations
Student ambassadors in Nassau will be encouraging their peers to get the COVID-19 vaccine this month with the goal of vaccinating 500 students per day. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd has more.
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Lawmakers OK minimum staff levels for nursing homes, hospitals
The bills are in response to the critical shortages seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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These 4 moms work with their daughters on the front lines
"We got through it together," one daughter said of working with her mom. "She’s really been my rock mentally. We were always really close, but this year brought us closer."
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Suffolk police investigate alleged misconduct in promotion process
Commissioner Geraldine Hart confirmed the investigation in response to Newsday's questions about apparently selective distribution of information that could help a sergeant correctly answer questions during an interview with the department's brass.
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New arcade with 40-plus pinball machines opens in LI mall
A 29-year-old opened the arcade with pinball machines from the last 50 years.
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Suffolk police need oversight
Politics and nepotism still reign.
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The IRS needs more than cash to stop tax cheats
It will take far more than a dramatic one-time infusion of money to cure what ails the nation's revenue arm.
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Zeldin talks Stefanik, Cheney, COVID-19 vaccine numbers in his district
Today's edition of The Point discusses Rep. Lee Zeldin, marijuana lobbyists and more.
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LI Girl Scout to co-host virtual event featuring Michelle Obama
The Girl Scouts will announce a new "Becoming Me" program with Michelle Obama.
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A cherry blossom festival blooms in Greenport
The self-guided event includes cherry blossom-themed drinks and small bites from local eateries.
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11 LI eateries offering Mother's Day specials
This year, celebrate Mother's Day at a restaurant with an open-air garden, porch or deck.
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LI lighthouses you can visit, cruises to take this season
Climb the towers or snap a selfie--these beacons are a big part of LI's history.
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Baby, wedding shower gift ideas from LI shops
Shower season is in full swing.
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Discover all the fun LI state parks have to offer
Explore some of the best LI state parks.
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LI winery and brewery tours by trolley, bus and bicycle
Buses and trolleys are ready to transport you to Long Island's breweries and wineries for a day of tastings--or you can take a group pedaling.
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Memorial Day weekend getaways on LI: Montauk, Fire Island more
Soak up the sun on a Fire Island beach or charter a boat in Montauk, there are plenty of fun things to do this season on Long Island.
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Pregnancy & COVID-19 vaccines: LI doctors answer your questions
Posted May 5, 2021
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