Gabrielle Petito case
Human remains consistent with the description of Gabrielle Petito, a Blue Point native, were found Sunday in a national forest in Wyoming, where Petito was last seen before disappearing while on a cross-country road trip with her fiance, the FBI said.
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Murder trial in Thomas Valva case postponed until January, judge rules
The trial of the former New York City police officer and his ex-fiancee accused of killing the officer's 8-year-old son has been postponed until Jan. 10.
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Six Uniondale students test positive for COVID-19, district spokesman says
Cases reported include three students at Turtle Hook Middle School, and one student each at Grand Avenue Elementary School, Walnut Street Elementary School and Lawrence Road Middle School.
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Sea of blue, family and friends say goodbye to officer who died from COVID-19
"You lose a 52-year-old young man like this, it brings the attention to that vaccine and the importance of getting it done," Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said before funeral services for Officer Charles "Chuck" Vroom.
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This LI office has a bowling alley and golf simulator. Its next cool employee perk? Ice hockey rink.
It's part of a trend toward workplace amenities that "is occurring in medium-sized businesses — I'll call it maybe a little bit of the Google effect," said the architect who made the request at a zoning meeting.
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Police: Pedestrian struck, killed by teen driver
An 18-year-old driver struck and killed a 40-year-old pedestrian in Freeport early today, according to the Nassau County Police Department.
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Mepham's LaSpina named the Jets High School Player of the Week
Sofia LaSpina became the first female player in LI history to score a touchdown, and the football world took notice.
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LI business groups urge Garden City to approve Third Track permits
The heads of the Association for a Better Long Island, Long Island Association and Long Island Builders Institute said further delays will only "increase the cost to all parties."
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Endangered piping plovers seeing a baby boom on Fire Island, officials say
Through collaborative efforts, this year's piping plover season, which ran from late March until early September, produced a record number of 50 nesting pairs and 70 fledglings, officials say.
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Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11
Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon -- a key step toward beginning vaccinations for youngsters.
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New tapas restaurant with authentic food from Spain opens in Freeport
Move aside, humdrum paellas and vapid tapas: Villa Lobos is doing Spanish food and wine the right way.
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Garden City's schools, shopping, commute attract home buyers
Real estate in the village is pricey, with homes coming on the market starting at about $750,000.
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Police: Selden man charged with hate crimes after attacking Hispanic men
Christopher Cella was charged with luring three Hispanic men into coming with him in his car, then attacking two of them. A third was able to escape.
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A small-scale music festival comes to LI village this weekend
It's a music festival without the crowd.
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Shop for over-the-top sweet treats at these LI candy stores
Candy sushi and caramel pizzas and more treats to tempt your sweet tooth.
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10 new LI restaurants to try this fall
From an influx of Caribbean spots to a raw bar to fresh twist on noodles, here's where to eat right now.
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Fall fairs and festivals to keep on your radar
Apple festivals, street fairs and more events have returned.
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Don't want to travel to the East End? Check out central fall fun on LI
Fall fun doesn't have to mean a trip out east. Here are some spots west of Riverhead to try this fall.
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Amtrak travel from NYC: 3 trips to take this fall
Head to New York City and catch an Amtrak to Washington, D.C., Philadelphia or Boston this season.
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Life-size monsters fill new Halloween walk-through attraction
The Long Island Monster Gallery isn't a haunted house — but it's still full of monsters.
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Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze returns to LI
Tickets are now on sale.
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Workforce, middle-class homebuyers shut out on Shelter Island
The only one of the five East End towns where no high-density affordable housing developments have been built is working on two new projects to address the need, but there is opposition from those who say "people aren't entitled to live where they want to live."
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Fallout continues for Andrew Cuomo allies
A number of former aides to Andrew Cuomo have lost jobs inside state government and in the private sector after a probe showed they advised him on responses to allegations of sexual harassment.
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If you see it, kill it: Why this pretty bug has experts sounding alarms.
The spotted lanternfly may be pleasing to the eye, but this invasive insect, which has turned up on Long Island, can be very destructive. Experts explain why they are asking the public to slay them on sight.
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Men are losing their grip in the new economy
There are many reasons other than family structure to explain why men aren't pursuing higher education.
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Texas abortion law sets scary precedent
The strategy could be used to deprive gun owners and others of their rights.
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Companies should hurry up and require vaccines
They don't need the government's blessing to mandate vaccinations and tests right away.
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SBA offers low-interest loans for those hurt by Ida
Businesses may receive up to $2 million and homeowners up to $240,000 to help repair or replace damaged real estate and property, the agency said.
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Syosset's Rebecca Margolin is top female finisher in LI Marathon
France native Guillaume Flamarion won the men's race.
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Hospitals, nursing homes worried vaccine mandate could affect staffing
Hospital care officials said it's critical that employees get vaccinated against COVID-19. But a report says firing employees who refuse to get the shot could exacerbate existing shortages of nurses and other employees.
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Our top high school sports photos: September 2021
Take a look at some of our favorite shots from high school sports fields and courts across Long Island as ...
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From beer to bakery: Snack firm upcycles in a down cycle
Brewer's Food incorporates grain that has been used to brew beer into its crackers and pita bread, and its mission includes reducing food waste.
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LI forecast: Sunny and warm, but with chance for rip currents
Long Islanders can expect a pleasant start to the workweek today, with clear skies and a high around 75 degrees, the National Weather Service said.
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A small-scale music festival comes to LI village this weekend
It's a music festival without the crowd.
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Biden easing foreign travel restrictions, requiring vaccines
President Joe Biden will ease foreign travel restrictions into the U.S. beginning in November, when his administration will require all foreign nationals flying into the country to be fully vaccinated.
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What happened to Gabby Petito? Key developments in the case
A timeline of events leading up to and following the disappearance of Gabrielle Petito, the Blue Point native reported missing while on a cross-country road trip with her fiance, Brian Laundrie.
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Human remains consistent with description of missing LI native Gabrielle Petito found
The search of a Florida park and wildlife preserve for Petito's fiance, Brian Laundrie, labeled a "person of interest" by police, was suspended today.
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Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11
Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon -- a key step toward beginning vaccinations for youngsters.
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Shooting at Russian university leaves 8 dead, 24 hurt
Students and staff at the university locked themselves in rooms, and the school urged those who could leave the campus to do so.
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LI’s doctors on the science behind masks
Posted September 17, 2021
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