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Cuomo: NY still 'making progress' in reducing virus positivity levels
The state registered a 2.06% positivity level in daily test results from Wednesday, the lowest figure since Nov. 5, Cuomo said at a news briefing in East Rockaway.
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Stabbed Suffolk officer no longer in critical condition, officials say
Officer Christopher Racioppo has been upgraded to fair condition, according to Dr. James Vosswinkel, the head of trauma at the hospital and the Suffolk County Police Department's chief consulting surgeon and medical director.
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Acid attack survivor tells Newsday she's healing
Nafiah Ikram, 21, said she is recovering but has had difficulty with everyday activities since the attack. Nassau police are investigating, and the reward for information leading to an arrest is up to $20,000.
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Diocese planning dual-language school on 2 campuses
The diocese said it will form the nursery-through-eighth-grade school combining two facilities that had served as schools in Deer Park and Central Islip — to be overseen by the Marianist Brothers, who run respected schools such as Chaminade High School.
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Victim of Stop & Shop shooting a 'genuine great person,' friends and family say
"My family's very heartbroken today. We lost a genuine great person," said Alex Bernard, cousin to Ray Wishropp, who was gunned down at his job in a Stop & Shop supermarket in West Hempstead.
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Fatal cop shooting of Black Ohio teen spurs Uniondale rally
Many who met outside the Uniondale Public Library for a march, held signs emblazoned with the words "White Silence is Violence," "Black Students Matter," and "Am I Next?" as they protested the Tuesday fatal shooting of Ma'Khia Bryant by a Columbus Ohio police officer.
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Isles' UBS Arena set for big push to complete by November target
Tim Leiweke, CEO of arena development companyy Oak View Group, estimates the Islanders new $1 billion home at Belmont Park is 75% complete and knows the remaining 25% will be challenging.
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Newsday wins Excellence in Visual Journalism award covering 200 Black Lives Matter protests
The multimedia team's entry, "A Season of Protests," named the winner of the Excellence in Visual Journalism category in the prestigious Scripps Howard Foundation Excellence in Journalism competition for 2020.
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Water authority, Suffolk DA to team up to stop contamination
The Suffolk County Water Authority has agreed to groundwater data to district attorney's investigators to assist with environmental crimes investigations.
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Bellone touts $100M package for Suffolk sewer projects
The influx of funding, including $46 million from the federal government, would help the county connect homes to sewers, provide funds to replace outdated septic systems, expand an existing sewer district and create a new one.
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Governor breaks ground on $439M project to redirect treated sewage
The $439 million project will redirect treated sewage from the Bay Park Sewage Treatment Plant in East Rockaway and help to restore the Western Bays and Reynolds Channel.
Tracking the coronavirus
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New data reassuring for COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy
One of the largest reports on COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy bolsters evidence that it is safe although the authors say more comprehensive research is needed.
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Doctors worried about hesitancy after 'pause' is lifted on vaccine
The federal government on Friday is expected to sign off on use of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine again, but rare blood clots linked to the product still have some New Yorkers worried.
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U.S. jobless claims fall to 547,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid fell last week to 547,000, a new low since the pandemic struck and a further encouraging sign that layoffs are slowing on the strength of an improving job market.
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Looking for a job? Here are some tips from career experts
Check out these insider tips on finding a job, with or without a college degree, in this COVID-19 world.
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Bill mandates COVID safety rules; workers would oversee compliance
The requirements would affect all private employers, regardless of size. It's not clear if Gov. Cuomo will sign the bill into law.
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J&J vaccine 'pause' latest messaging challenge for officials
Confronted with rare cases of blood clots potentially linked to Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine, U.S. health officials faced a delicate task: how to suspend distribution of the shots without setting off alarm about their safety.
Long Islanders' Favorites
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10 years ago, they were valedictorians. Where are they now?
They've overcome burnout, written fantasy novels and even went from being laid off to becoming the CEO. See what 12 of LI's 2011 valedictorians are doing now.
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LIRR paying $860G for feasibility study on battery-operated commuter trains
The railroad's vision is for its electric trains to run on third-rail power, where available, then seamlessly switch to battery power where it's not.
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LI lighthouses you can visit, cruises to take this season
Climb the towers or snap a selfie--these beacons are a big part of LI's history.
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Vaccine drive needs a boost
It's time for Long Islanders to make a pitch.
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Meet the Brides of Long Island
Weddings are a logistical nightmare during COVID-19, and some couples want looser restrictions from the state on their special day. Enter the Brides of Long Island, a bridal support group which has strong feelings about 2021 nuptials.
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GOP challenges WFP lines in Suffolk; our latest vax map, and a big welcome
Today's issue of The Point discusses an effort to block some Suffolk Democrats from appearing on the Working Families Party line, an introduction to the newest member of the Newsday Editorial Board and more.
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Public car meets are back this spring at the Milleridge
A "Crusisin' " event will be held at the venue weekly.
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Plan a Mother's Day weekend getaway in NYC
Plan something special for Mother's Day this year in the Big Apple.
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LI winery and brewery tours by trolley, bus and bicycle
Buses and trolleys are ready to transport you to Long Island's breweries and wineries for a day of tastings--or you can take a group pedaling.
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Long Island's best pizza
The pizzerias on this list are culinary destinations, warranting a trip from anywhere on the Island.
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LI drive-in movie, concert schedule for the spring and summer
Drive-in movies and concerts are springing up around Long Island again this season.
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Exploring the North Fork: Getaways for couples, friends and families
Long Island's North Fork is a year-round spot loaded with unique opportunities for everyone.
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Room-by-room decluttering tips from LI experts
Tackle the trickiest of spaces this spring.
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Best bets for golfing on LI: Spots based on skill level, deals more
Try golfing at night or take on a bucket list course played by the pros.
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Posted April 22, 2021
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