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More LI colleges, universities moving toward mandatory COVID-19 shots
As infections rise with the spread of the delta variant, local schools are now among the more than 600 nationwide that will require most students to get vaccinated or stay home.
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Barney the Bull rescuers to public: Call 911, don't try anything yourselves
Animal rescuers plastered signs around the Mastic area Saturday urging residents to call 911 should they spot Barney the bull around town. The SPCA is asking people to stay back to keep the animal calm enough to eventually make its way into an enclosure for capture.
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It will take just over 2 weeks for all LI schools to welcome back students
Jericho will be the first district to start classes on Aug. 26, but many superintendents said they're ready to return to full classroom instruction as they await state guidance on remote learning options and mask mandates.
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Family and friends cheer on Olympic rower from Massapequa Park
Family and friends of Kristine O'Brien cheered her on at a local pub as the first-time Olympian from Massapequa Park competed in Tokyo.
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Senate support seen to pass $1.2T infrastructure deal
"Every senator can look at bridges and roads and need for more broadband, waterways in their states, seaports, airports, and see the benefits," said Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine).
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Woman whose life was filled with 'fun little stories' dies at 97
Eileen Sheldon's list of amusing biographical anecdotes included being selected Miss TWA 1948 during her days as an airline hostess, landing a hole-in-one shot on a Sarasota golf course and allegedly making her way into the background of an iconic photo.
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Sales tax revenue increasing, but analysts are wary
Long Island saw a 60% gain in the second quarter over the same period in 2020, but experts caution that the rise could be fueled by temporary factors.
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Cops: Pedestrian injured in Huntington Station hit-run
The man was on the east side of New York Avenue at East 14th Street at about 12:50 a.m. when he was hit by what was described as a dark sedan northbound on New York Avenue, police said.
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Some LIPA employees file claims of harassment, bullying
The complaint cited problems during the high-pressure months after Tropical Storm Isaias. LIPA says it investgated and found the complaint to be 'without merit.'
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Police: 10 shot in Queens by 2 men who fled on mopeds
The shooting took place near a laundromat in Corona Saturday night. The most seriously injured victim suffered a gunshot wound to the stomach, the NYPD's chief of detectives said.
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Riverhead to activate remaining downtown security cameras
The pandemic delayed Optimum — the company contracted to connect the cameras — from activating all of them, Deputy Town Attorney Daniel McCormick told the board at its July 22 work session.
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Seeking a 'New England' feel for hamlet's blighted downtown
Brookhaven launches search for master developer to prepare a plan that includes housing, retail stores and restaurants that will rejuvenate the community and give it "a sense of place," officials said.
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What to know before you go back to a Jones Beach concert
There are new rules and regulations to note before the concert season begins at Jones Beach.
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James Beard-trained chef creates must-try vegan ice cream at LI shop
Try flavors like vanilla raspberry chip and chai matcha green tea.
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Dogs available for adoption now on LI
Here are pups of all ages available for adoption from several local shelters.
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Ride the new Ocean Parkway bike path, from start to finish
Pace yourself with these must-see stops along the way.
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5 affordable, mini family road trips in NYS
Here are five easy to access and inexpensive in-state mini-vacation suggestions that offer summer fun.
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Long Island's first Topgolf has finally arrived. Take a look inside.
Topgolf entertainment complex opened in Holtsville this week.
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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 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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Trades: Long Islanders who love their jobs
From barbers, to bakers to violin makers, get an inside look at the careers and lives of these Long Island tradespeople.
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Two turntables and a microphone made Biz Markie a legend
To those who knew Biz Markie by his real name, Marcel Theo Hall, when he was growing up in Patchogue, the fame he attained was part of his personal master plan.
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These dogs have jobs and they’re doggone good at them
From looking for explosives, providing therapy and greeting customers, some dogs get to go to work. Meet five of Long Island's working canines.
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Capitol riot probe should out truth
The nation deserves a full reckoning of how this happened and why, and how to prevent its recurrence.
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My first-grade teacher was a class act
We learned manners, deportment and politeness.
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COVID fight needs leadership
Rising rates demand state guidance on masks and vaccines for schools, students
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Long Beach renames street for rapper MF Doom, who died in October
Daniel Dumile, who grew up in Long Beach, was also known as a philosopher, poet and scholar who would try to spread his knowledge through his rhymes.
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Forecast: Chance of storms Sunday evening but a sunny Monday
There is a 30% to 50% chance of thunderstorms and showers to affect some parts of Long Island Sunday evening, according to the National Weather Service.
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Groups roll out website to promote biking, walking, less car use
The letsmoveli.com website, a one-stop resource center, is aimed at getting Long Islanders moving; encouraging bike and pedestrian safety education and supporting biking infrastructure.
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Police: Uniondale man faces forcible touching charges
Police said Benjamin Francis, 32, was arrested at his home and charged with three counts of forcible touching.
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Cops: Man charged in woman's fatal Holtsville stabbing
The boyfriend of a woman who was fatally stabbed last week in Holtsville has been arrested and charged with her killing, Suffolk Police said.
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World War II veterans remember liberation of Europe
"There aren't many of us left anymore and it's important the younger generations realize what we did," said Joseph Randazzo, 95, during a ceremony at the American Airpower Museum.
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How to make a summer rental feel like home
Some personal touches from home can boost the quality of your vacation stay.
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NBC's Olympics TV schedule for Tokyo games
Find out which day and channel your favorite Olympic sports will be on.
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Djokovic's temper flares up as he leaves Olympics empty-handed
Novak Djokovic is leaving the Olympics without a medal
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Thompson-Herah breaks Flo Jo's Olympic mark in women's 100
Elaine Thompson-Herah broke Florence Griffith Joyner’s 33-year-old Olympic record in the women’s 100 meters with a time of 10.61 seconds.
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USA men's hoops routs Czech Republic to reach Olympic quarters
Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Kevin Durant added 23 and set a pair of USA Basketball men's Olympic records to help the U.S. clinch a berth in the knockout stage.
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Fauci: 'Things are going to get worse' with COVID-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci stopped short of saying sweeping shutdowns will once again be needed to battle the disease, while Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, expressed hope that news of the delta variant's high transmissibility would spur more vaccinations.
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Senate support seen to pass $1.2T infrastructure deal
"Every senator can look at bridges and roads and need for more broadband, waterways in their states, seaports, airports, and see the benefits," said Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine).
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Frustration as Biden, Congress allow eviction ban to expire
Anger and frustration mounted as President Joe Biden showed no signs of reversing plans to allow a nationwide eviction moratorium to expire at midnight Saturday — one Democratic lawmaker even camping outside the Capitol in protest as millions of Americans were about to be forced from their homes.
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Schumer: Senators will 'get the job done' on infrastructure
The Senate convened for a rare weekend session on Saturday, with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer encouraging the authors of a bipartisan infrastructure plan to finish writing their bill so that senators can begin offering amendments.
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Trump urged Justice officials to declare election 'corrupt'
Then-President Donald Trump urged senior Justice Department officials to declare the results of the 2020 election "corrupt" in a December phone call, according to handwritten notes from one of the participants in the conversation.
