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Speed probed as factor in head-on Quogue crash that killed 5
Both drivers died, as well as three former Manhasset lacrosse players — two of them brothers — in the collision on Montauk Highway. A sixth person was critically injured.
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Cops: Jeep struck, knocked off overpass in DWI crash
The Jeep landed on its roof on the road below, and the driver suffered minor injuries, while the operator of the car that caused the Farmingville accident was charged with driving while intoxicated, police said.
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Schumer to state: Release COVID-19 rental assistance funds now
Sen. Chuck Schumer said that if the tenants don't receive rental assistance by Sept. 30, the federal government could withdraw the funds.
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Bipartisan group says it expects infrastructure bill vote this week
Democrats including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) have been pressing for a larger share of funding for public transportation.
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NYPD: Copiague mom, daughter killed by drunken driver
The driver who hit the woman and her 10-year-old daughter told the police he was speeding and had consumed some vodka at a beach, according to the Queens District Attorney's Office.
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Fauci: U.S. going in 'wrong direction' as COVID-19 rates increase
Should the federal government encourage Americans to resume wearing masks, even if vaccinated? Dr. Anthony Fauci said the question is under "active consideration" but said for now the CDC will defer to local officials.
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COVID-19 cases on LI, in NY continue to edge up
Long Island had the second-highest seven-day average of positive COVID-19 tests in the New York State at 2.23% on Saturday, according to figures released by the state.
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Red Sox end German's no-hit bid, score five in eighth to defeat Yankees
The Yankees were dealt yet another one of the "gut punches" Aaron Boone often tags the brutal losses his club has taken this season.
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1960s civil rights activist Robert Moses dies at 86
The civil rights activist was shot at and endured beatings and jail while leading Black voter registration drives in the South during the 1960s, and later helped improve minority education in math.
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Three swimmers rescued from Great South Bay, police say
Suffolk police say the three drifted about a mile from their boat after going swimming but had gone too far to get back.
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LIRR labor leaders fault MTA plan for East Side Access
The labor leaders are balking at an MTA proposal to hire outside contractors to run the LIRR's new East Side Access terminal in Manhattan — a plan they say would deny jobs to LIRR union workers and create a new layer of bureaucracy.
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Here's why you need to try Japanese barbecue
Japanese grilling and hot-pot cooking may be new to Long Island, but not for long, if this Bay Shore restaurant has anything at all to say about it.
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Snap the perfect selfie at one of these sunflower fields
If you're a fan of the sunflower, this is your chance to get up close and personal to thousands of them.
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Self-serve wine bar opens in Port Jefferson
To go with the wine, you'll find charcuterie boxes, savory dips and chips, and fondue featuring cheese, chocolate and doughnuts.
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Who's playing Jones Beach this summer, fall
From the Jonas Brothers to Alanis Morissette, Jimmy Buffett to Zac Brown Band, there's a show for everyone this season.
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Set sail with these boat cruises from Oyster Bay to Montauk
You can see the sunset, relax with a glass of wine or take a swim on these boats that offer public tours and private charters.
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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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New water trampoline debuts in Montauk
MTK Cruises has added a water trampoline to its offshore options.
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Make your own style at these LI events and classes
A jewelry pop-up, a flower crown class and more events.
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Splash parks on LI to visit this summer
Cool off and splish splash at Long Island's water parks.
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She went into labor while making an egg sandwich in her bake shop
At Hometown Bake Shop, family influences items across the menu, including the Bubbe, Buela and Nonna. "My food, every aspect of it, is a thankfulness to them," says owner Danna Abrams.
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Check out 11 Long Island downtowns then and now
While Long Island's downtowns have evolved over the years, many of the shops have retained a vintage feel, and landmarks remind communities of their deep histories.
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This is why your mail is late on LI
Trump-era changes to traditional mail delivery along with the pandemic are behind a postal slowdown on Long Island, experts say, while consumers face delays receiving monthly checks like Social Security or late fees for bills marked late by creditors.
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Life expectancy gains bring hope
People are living close to ten years longer than they did in the 1950s because of improved lifestyles and health care.
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When LI was a visit to 'the country'
What will never be gone are my photographs and memories of what Long Island was like long ago.
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Prosecute those who created opioid problem
Reader letters to Newsday.
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School administrator criticized for equity efforts steps down
A district spokesman said Jennifer Bradshaw's departure "did not have anything to do" with outside pressure. Bradshaw, assistant superintendent for instruction and administration will leave for a job at an education foundation.
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Sanitation worker dies after collision in Cedarhurst
Henry Owens, 66, who worked for Sanitary District 1 in the Town of Hempstead, was thrown from a garbage truck in Cedarhurst when it was hit by a semitractor-trailer, police said.
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Full rate impact of green-energy transition remains unclear
Billions in new investments are planned for the grid, while old plants will be retired. How will those costs balance out, and will customers pay more?
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Runaway bull still on the run, Suffolk police say
The search continued overnight and into Sunday but the 1,500-pound bull still had eluded capture.
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LI-raised 'Glee' star Jenna Ushkowitz says 'I do' in L.A.
The Tony Award-winning Broadway producer married boyfriend of three years David Stanley Saturday in Los Angeles.
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Browns River dredging 'long overdue,' state senator says
State Sen. Alexis Weik says the $2 million project for Browns River, a key waterway for boaters and businesses, is awaiting funding and permit approvals from several agencies.
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Bringing it home: Photographer creates BIPOC arts center
Jeremy Dennis envisions Ma's House as a place where BIPOC artists, area residents and reservation youth can gather to create art and learn about Shinnecock history and culture.
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Ledecky denied gold in 400m freestyle by Titmus' late charge
Team USA's Ledecky led much of the way and recorded the second-fastest time of her career, but Austraila's Titmus turned on the speed to touch in just 3 minutes, 56.69 seconds, the second-fastest time ever.
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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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Russians top Biles, Americans in gymnastics qualifying
The U.S. women's gymnastics team's bid for a third straight Olympic title is off to a rocky start
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If shots don't fall in Olympics, not a surprise when US does
The U.S. had five attempts on the pivotal possession of its latest basketball failure and came up empty on all of them
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1960s civil rights activist Robert Moses dies at 86
The civil rights activist was shot at and endured beatings and jail while leading Black voter registration drives in the South during the 1960s, and later helped improve minority education in math.
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Bipartisan group says it expects infrastructure bill vote this week
Democrats including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) have been pressing for a larger share of funding for public transportation.
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WWII vet who helped build barracks on Okinawa honored
William Gomez, a former resident of Brentwood and Bay Shore who served in the Navy Seabees, received a commemorative pin on the deck of the museum aircraft carrier USS Midway.
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Fauci: U.S. going in 'wrong direction' as COVID-19 rates increase
Should the federal government encourage Americans to resume wearing masks, even if vaccinated? Dr. Anthony Fauci said the question is under "active consideration" but said for now the CDC will defer to local officials.
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Pelosi appoints 2nd GOP critic of Trump to Jan. 6 committee
Rep. Adam Kinzinger joins Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming, as the two committee's Republicans, both selected by the leader of the opposition party. Kinzinger and Cheney were among the 10 House Republicans to vote for Trump's second impeachment.
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Cryptocurrency 101: What you need to know
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Best-selling author Megan Miranda talks about her new mystery novel
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