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Report: Thousands of MTA employees don't use time clocks designed to prevent fraud
The new time-keeping system was installed at the Metropolitan Transit Authority nearly two years ago to rein in overtime spending and prevent fraud, but some employees are still not using it, an MTA inspector general report says.
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LI daily COVID-19 case total tops 400, state data shows
The 435 total of coronavirus cases on LI indicates a rise of infections as the highly contagious delta variant spreads, large numbers of people remain unvaccinated, and mitigation measures such as mask wearing and social distancing are dropped.
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Biden pushes federal workers — hard — to get vaccinated
The newly strict guidelines are aimed at boosting sluggish vaccination rates among the huge numbers of Americans who draw federal paychecks and to set an example for private employers around the country.
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Latest weapon in search for Barney the bull: Fertilizer
The search continues 10 days after the 1,500-pound bull escaped from a Moriches farm.
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Forecast: Plenty of sun after an unsettled week
After Thursday night's predicted thunderstorms, Long Islanders will see a marked improvement in the weather, with plenty of sun and temperatures in the high 70s to low 80s on Friday and Saturday, the National Weather Service says.
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Sharks spotted near Jones Beach, Robert Moses state parks, officials say
The shark sightings temporarily halted swimming at Robert Moses State Park, delayed the opening of Jones Beach State Park, and led Hempstead to limit swimmers to knee-deep only.
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Cuomo appoints Lieber CEO, acting chairman for MTA
The appointment comes as the state Senate prepares to confirm the nomination of Sarah Feinberg as chairwoman of the MTA board.
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Five beaches on Long Island closed due to bacteria
Closures included Islip's Lake Ronkonkoma beach, the Huntington Beach Community Association in Centerport, Bayport Beach, Crescent Beach in Glen Cove and Philip Healy Beach in Massapequa.
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Yankees add another lefty bat in trade for Anthony Rizzo
The move comes a day after the Yankees acquired another power-hitting lefty in Joey Gallo, giving the team some much-needed lineup balance.
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Schumer: Infrastructure plan has billions for NY projects
New York could get $10.76 billion for the MTA, about $13.5 billion for highways, $937 million for airports and more for Amtrak and water projects, he says.
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Ruling: Suffolk apartment complex broke anti-bias law
An East Patchogue apartment complex must accept Section 8 housing vouchers and pay the nonprofit Long Island Housing Services for the cost of bringing the case, the Suffolk County Human Rights Commission decided.
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Curran hops ride with sanitation crew in new campaign ad describing mailers as 'garbage'
Elected officials in Oyster Bay and Hempstead have sent out mailers criticizing the Nassau County executive over the countywide reassessment that has hit taxpayers for the first time in the 2020-21 tax year.
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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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New farmers market opens in Glen Cove
Not only does the market have a spectacular location, but also one of the best mixes of vendors on LI.
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10 events, things to do this weekend on Long Island
Events, activities, drive-in movies and concerts are popping up around Long Island this season.
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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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Wineries, restaurants and more to explore on the North Fork
The North Fork is bustling with classic spots and new opportunities to dine and unwind this summer.
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A new camp lets teens design their own clothing
Students use their own sewing machines and supplies to bring their creations to life.
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Tour the bay houses for a look at Long Island's past
The houses were built by fishermen, baymen and duck hunters.
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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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Bellone: Suffolk Police Department to discipline two officers involved in misconduct
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and acting Police Commissioner Stuart Cameron on Monday said the police department would discipline two officers involved in misconduct in the detective promotional process.
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Budget-friendly Roosevelt touted for its community spirit
The Nassau County hamlet has affordable homes, many with taxes under $10,000, and an easy commute.
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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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Filler: Death dents immigrant family dream
Ride-sharing is the latest risky business for newcomers seeking success.
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A victim of circumstances
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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Janison: House Republicans face a choice
At some point, they'll have to defend or reject the actions of their party conference.
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Opioid trial witness: Distributors ignored red flags suggesting illicit drug use
Every drug distributor registered with the DEA received letters explaining that they had to establish systems to detect customers who requested unusually large orders or increased the frequency of orders, a former DEA official said.
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Junior firefighters get a taste of being on the job for real
Nearly 28 teenagers from fire departments across Nassau and Suffolk are at Camp Fahrenheit 516 in Old Bethpage for an intense round of firefighter training, the only one of its kind in the country, an organizer says.
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This summer, go on a Long Island lobster roll crawl
Follow food writer Scott Vogel on an epic lobster roll crawl along the South Shore.
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Social policy expert Heather McGhee talks about her best-selling book, 'The Sum of Us'
McGhee, an expert in social policy and economics, will discuss her best-seller "The Sum of Us," her career, and more.
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Issuance of minor summons turns into dangerous struggle
A Suffolk officer said a man struggled and tried to take his baton and pepper spray and was only subdued with the help of two Good Samaritans.
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DA: Man held without bail in crash that killed mom, 10-year-old daughter
Tyrone Absolam, 41, of Jamaica, Queens, was formally charged with with aggravated vehicular homicide and driving under the influence among other violations. He was held without bail.
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Group launches hotline to help struggling East End families
The helpline will be available for people seeking assistance with mental health and substance abuse, according to RISE Life Services officials.
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LI's O'Brien, U.S. women's eight fall short of medal
The U.S. came away with a fourth-place finish, behind Canada, New Zealand and China.
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Barker: Lee's gold a win for her family and Hmong community
Lee's family came to the United States to live the American dream and her victory puts a topper on it.
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USA's Suni Lee wins gymnastics all-around gold medal
With Biles out, teammate Lee ascends to the top of the sport with Olympic gold.
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Great shots from the Tokyo Olympics
Scenes from around Japan as Tokyo hosts the 2020 Summer Olympics from July 20 to Aug. 8, 2021. ...
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Biden pushes federal workers — hard — to get vaccinated
The newly strict guidelines are aimed at boosting sluggish vaccination rates among the huge numbers of Americans who draw federal paychecks and to set an example for private employers around the country.
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Schumer: Infrastructure plan has billions for NY projects
New York could get $10.76 billion for the MTA, about $13.5 billion for highways, $937 million for airports and more for Amtrak and water projects, he says.
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U.S. jobless claims down 24,000 to 400,000 as economy recovers
The number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits slid last week, another sign that the job market continues to recover rapidly from the coronavirus recession.
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Senate votes to start work on $1T infrastructure package
The agreement pushes the package toward consideration by the full Senate. It's unclear if enough Republican senators will support passage.
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Feds: Brooklyn man who was failed political candidate charged in U.S. Capitol riot
Daniel Christmann, who pleaded not guilty and was released on his own recognizance, unsuccessfully ran as a Libertarian for a New York State Senate seat in 2020, as well for the party's nomination for president.
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