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Former LI man among 4 Americans killed in Athens explosion

Greek authorities said two American couples were staying at an Airbnb rental in the building that collapsed.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBodies of 6 people, including 4 Americans, recovered from collapsed building in Athens

Only in Newsday'Absolutely crazy': Towns and villages scramble to clear nor'easter debris

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Yanks look to close out Boston ... Warmer days on the way ... PSEG 'time of day' pricing Credit: Newsday

Yanks look to close out Boston ... Warmer days on the way ... PSEG 'time of day' pricing Credit: Newsday

Gilgo Beach killer's chilling admissions ... Deadly shooting in Suffolk ... On the campaign trail with Blakeman ... Carle Place revitalization

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MTA, Suffolk complete deal for rail yard at Lawrence Aviation site

Only in NewsdayJericho football forfeits rest of season due to lack of players

The college search now starts in 9th grade. Here's what to do.

Experts say the key to the college search is not waiting until your junior year to get started.

MORE ON THIS TOPICCollege applications have gotten more competitive. Here are 5 things to know before applying.How to get the most out of a college campus tour Coming soon: Newsday's NY College Guide

Ex-NYPD officer pleads guilty to impersonating a federal ICE agent

First in NewsdayLI school districts, others criticize conditional approval of Propel project

Yankees vs. Red Sox

Yankees vs. Red Sox: Game 2 lineups are set

The Yankees have a 1-0 lead over the Red Sox in their AL Wild Card Series, with Max Fried set to start Game 2 tonight.

Latest UpdatesYankees' Garcia raves about postseason atmosphere in the Bronx Red Sox planning for a Game 3 The Sonny Gray factor in Yankees vs. Red Sox tonight

Lennon: Ben Rice's performance puts Judge's absence on the back burner

Picture This: When the Yankees beat the Braves to win the World Series

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MTA: Cost of tariffs, federal funding cuts could pass $1B

LI September rain record: 8.75 inches fell in Islip

Accusations of retaliation swirl among Suffolk Dems after last week’s party boss election

Top empanada spot closes 2 LI locations

LIPA delays briefing on aggressive debt collection practices by PSEG LI

James Klurfeld, former Newsday editorial page editor, dies at 81

Andrew Cuomo buys Hamptons estate for almost $10 million

Is Taylor Swift singing about LI's 'Babylon' in her new song?

LI man shot and killed in Suffolk park

Only in NewsdayFormer LI court officer talks about Gilgo Beach serial killer's chilling admissions

Copilot stabs captain on flight to Israel before passengers storm cockpit and stabilize jetliner

LIer among new group of investors to purchase ownership stake in Isles

Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

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Stay the night at this LI farm

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Former LI court officer talks about Gilgo Beach serial killer's chilling admissions

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Out East: McCall Wines

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Taste-testing UBS Arena's new food options

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Mets say they've learned from the mistakes of 2026

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Long Islanders turning to trade school as a viable alternative to college

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New season, new journey for Knicks

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Nassau residents could be drinking water that’s coming through lead pipes

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Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

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Things to do

Explore this small-town upstate gem for a peak fall getaway

Spend a day (or two) in this Catskills town, with shopping, dining and fly fishing.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSpend the night at this historic LI farm Fall day trip getaways within 3 hours of LI Exploring LI's charming Victorian coastal hideaway

Best spots to go pumpkin picking on LI

Alice Hoffman on 'Practical Magic 2' and her new era of witches

3 Oktoberfest events this weekend

Only in NewsdayLegacy eateries open 20+ years make LI's Top 50 restaurants list

Visit 3 NYS state parks for free this weekend

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Yanks look to close out Boston ... Warmer days on the way ... PSEG 'time of day' pricing Credit: Newsday

Yanks look to close out Boston ... Warmer days on the way ... PSEG 'time of day' pricing Credit: Newsday

Gilgo Beach killer's chilling admissions ... Deadly shooting in Suffolk ... On the campaign trail with Blakeman ... Carle Place revitalization

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Long Islanders Favorites

Newsday Investigates'Bracing for impact': LI town and city pension costs spike to $137M

Pension sweeteners are shifting the tax burden onto town, city and village governments, officials say.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWeeks of talks led to compromise deal on NYS pensions Pension budgets spike by $14M across LI towns, cities

First in NewsdayTobay Beach lost 60% of its sand. What happens next?

Illegal sex work and human trafficking are on the rise. What can be done?

Only in NewsdaySee where buyers found more bedrooms for less than the typical price on LI

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

THE POINTIslip Town Dems face the payback music

The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.

COMMENTARYTrump's adamant AI stance — another GOP albatross

COMMENTARYStocks are suddenly looking cheap? It's just a mirage

LETTERSTeacher retirement, Regents change, war, Cinema Arts Centre

Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

01:19

Stay the night at this LI farm

01:29

Former LI court officer talks about Gilgo Beach serial killer's chilling admissions

02:34

Out East: McCall Wines

02:41

Taste-testing UBS Arena's new food options

01:51

Mets say they've learned from the mistakes of 2026

01:14

Long Islanders turning to trade school as a viable alternative to college

01:45

New season, new journey for Knicks

01:13

Nassau residents could be drinking water that’s coming through lead pipes

01:49

Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

02:11

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayHow PSEG's time-of-day rates impact LI electric customers

More than a year after the rate began across Long Island, PSEG says the results are mostly positive, with still around 95% of customers staying with it.

MORE ON THIS TOPICElectric, natural gas bills likely to increase this month amid rising fuel costs

Demonstration planned over firing of Cinema Arts Centre's co-director

Thrift chain opens 8th store on LI amid more high-income shoppers

Only in NewsdayWhat do Steve Buscemi, Green Acres Mall and Snapple have in common?

Town's $4M revitalization project begins

Blakeman touts plan to cut state income tax for NYers

Nation / World

Hegseth announces a new drone command and cuts to 20% of generals in 'State of the Force' speech

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is announcing some major changes to the U.S. military in what he calls his "State of the Force" address.

Pennsylvania records a fifth measles death as the nation endures its worst year since 1991

High gas prices are spurring states to waive taxes and regulations amid midterm election

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 5, wound 19 and other Mideast developments

California couple accused of killing son-in-law in public park have been charged with murder

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Yankees vs. Red Sox: Game 2 lineups are set

The Yankees have a 1-0 lead over the Red Sox in their AL Wild Card Series, with Max Fried set to start Game 2 tonight.

Latest UpdatesYankees' Garcia raves about postseason atmosphere in the Bronx Red Sox planning for a Game 3 The Sonny Gray factor in Yankees vs. Red Sox tonight

Gross: How will Isles look in season opener after shortened camp?

LI's Nick Leopard among new group of investors to purchase ownership stake in Isles

5 questions facing the Mets this offseason

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesFootball is one of LI's premier high school sports. Why is participation down 30%?

Long Island's decline is nearly nine times the rate in high school football participation nationally.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWhy are some LI schools struggling to field a football team? Coaches see three main reasons.See more Newsday investigations

Newsday InvestigatesNassau County Jail oversight board hasn't met in years

Newsday InvestigatesNYS awarded LI housing authority $20M in tax breaks despite discrimination finding

Newsday InvestigatesEx-fire medic got $500G to settle claims that 2 department officers raped her

NYC celeb magnet to partner with LI Italian eatery

LI eatery closes indefinitely due to storm damage weeks after opening

Only in NewsdayNYC Greek spot opens 1st LI location

Only in NewsdaySpeakeasy opens on LI with build-your-own martini bar

High School Sports

PSAL football Gridiron Greats from Week 2

We take a look at the top performers from Week 2 in the PSAL.

MORE ON THIS TOPICZy'eare Schulters breaks through for Eagle Academy II in PSAL football battle

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Is Taylor Swift singing about LI's 'Babylon' in her new song?

Demonstration planned over firing of Cinema Arts Centre's co-director

Alice Hoffman on 'Practical Magic 2' and her new era of witches

Billy Joel's 'Turnstiles' turns 50 with a special reissue

Quiet Riot fans 'going nuts' for new singer from LI, band says

Broadway's ready to play ball with 'Damn Yankees'

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