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Tracking the storm

Sunday, September 27

LiveNor'easter live updates: Rain and strong winds could cause more flooding

A powerful nor'easter battered Long Island on Saturday with damaging winds, coastal flooding, downed trees and widespread power outages, and forecasters warned that the storm's effects would continue into Sunday.

Latest Updates2New reports of downed trees, lane closures Minor delays reported at region's airports No injuries or significant damage reported; trees down in Nassau

Photos: Nor'easter hits LI with heavy rain, flooding and strong winds

Big events canceled, postponed this weekend: Latest status

Storm safety: Phone numbers and websites you need to know

Top Stories

Mamdani and Trump continue their friendship. Why experts say this undercuts Blakeman.

For experts, the relationship is an unfavorable wrench thrown against Blakeman and fellow Republicans.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWhy Mamdani says he and Trump text, talk on phone Blakeman and Hochul trade attacks, dragging in Mamdani and Trump Republicans want to turn Mamdani into a bogeyman for the midterms. Trump just made that harder

Hearing to focus on public safety elements of Nassau's $4.6B budget proposal

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PLUS: Home heating oil prices rise and deer population explodes Credit: Newsday

PLUS: Home heating oil prices rise and deer population explodes Credit: Newsday

Hochul, Blakeman poll, home heating oil prices rise, and deer population explodes. Here's a look at some of the exclusive stories you may have missed this week on NewsdayTV.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

'A long time coming': LI church, built in 1906, gains landmark protections

At least 3 Starbucks on LI closing

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

MORE TOP STORIES

How much fraud is there in NYS healthcare marketplace?

One in 4 home health aides report experiencing racism, violence on the job

Only in Newsday'Brain for hire': The SAT cheating scandal that rocked LI

Gridiron Greats from Week 3 of the LI high school football season

Newsday's David Lennon reveals his MLB award winners

Suozzi staff ranks 1st in House education level

Holocaust Center leaders condemn posts on community page as antisemitic

Tractor trailer catches fire on LIE westbound in Islandia

Taste-testing UBS Arena's new food options

01:51

LI Works: Ken is all aglow at neon sign maker

02:04

Take a peek inside Whiskey Down Diner's new location

01:57

Out East: Warrior Ranch Foundation

02:51

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

02:11

Double trouble on the tennis court for Floyd

01:49

Nassau's North Shore fights exploding deer population

02:05

Horse racing returns to Belmont Park after renovation

02:06

Long Island Sound water quality: See what the latest report card says

02:07

What is through-running and will it work at Penn Station?

01:57

Things to do

Only in NewsdayNew holiday light show coming to LI this season

Long Islanders can enjoy sparkling light displays at new and relocated holiday venues this year.

MORE ON THIS TOPICVisit 3 NYS state parks for free next month A big Halloween party is coming to this LI music venue Get into the fall spirit with these top events, things to do

3 fall foliage boat cruises to take from NYC

Hamptons in the offseason: Summer hot spots without the crowds

Exploring LI's charming Victorian coastal hideaway

Only in NewsdayLI's Top 50 best restaurants of 2026

Pilates is on the rebound. Work your core, find your crew

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PLUS: Home heating oil prices rise and deer population explodes Credit: Newsday

PLUS: Home heating oil prices rise and deer population explodes Credit: Newsday

Hochul, Blakeman poll, home heating oil prices rise, and deer population explodes. Here's a look at some of the exclusive stories you may have missed this week on NewsdayTV.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders Favorites

Family of woman found dead at LI yacht club launches site seeking tips to aid probe

They filed a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit against the owner of the boat where was found dead.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFamily of Irish fashion designer found dead on yacht plans $50M wrongful death lawsuit Autopsy on body of woman found dead on boat in Montauk reveals no sign of violence Drug task force investigating death of woman found on boat in Montauk, source says

More building in Melville? Developer acquires office building for future mixed-use site

Public Enemy and others owe a debt to LI resident John Coltrane

Only in NewsdayFall Fun Book: Festivals, farms and 20+ more ways to celebrate the season

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

MICHAEL DOBIEThis place pulls and pushes like the tide

From natural splendor to dangerous drivers to lifelong bonds to all the taxes, life here is one giant balancing act.

EDITORIALSDEC must do more for clean LI water

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

LETTERSPut NUMC ahead of partisan politics, Kennedy Center, Team USA women's basketball

Taste-testing UBS Arena's new food options

01:51

LI Works: Ken is all aglow at neon sign maker

02:04

Take a peek inside Whiskey Down Diner's new location

01:57

Out East: Warrior Ranch Foundation

02:51

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

02:11

Double trouble on the tennis court for Floyd

01:49

Nassau's North Shore fights exploding deer population

02:05

Horse racing returns to Belmont Park after renovation

02:06

Long Island Sound water quality: See what the latest report card says

02:07

What is through-running and will it work at Penn Station?

01:57

More Long Island

Seniors need help. Neighborhood kids need jobs. This nonprofit brings them together

The nonprofit HANK pairs teens with seniors in Garden City, Floral Park and Stewart Manor to help with household chores, such as vacuuming, gardening, snow removal and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMore good news on LI

Local mom opens new women's boutique with help from her daughters

Only in Newsday'Easier to get a career': More young LIers see trade programs as a path to success

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

Registered sex offender caught with child porn on his phone, police say

Master boat builder and naval architect dies at 99

Nation / World

Supreme Court rejects a Trump-backed Missouri congressional map for the third time

Republicans had hoped the new House map could help them win an additional seat as part of a nationwide redistricting battle pushed by Trump.

Hurricanes in the Pacific threaten Hawaii and Mexico with floods and high surf

The Latest: Supreme Court rejects a Trump-backed Missouri congressional map

Taxpayer-funded pro-Trump TV ad campaign grows with new spot, wider reach

New Jersey's lieutenant governor resigns after sexual harassment and ethics complaints

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

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

Sports

5 key questions for Yanks ahead of Wild Card Series vs. Red Sox

The Yankees have decisions to make about Aaron Judge and GIancarlo Stanton, not to mention who pitches Game 1.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWarren will go from starter to reliever for Yanks in postseason

Giants' ball hawk: Safety Holland leads by example with three takeaways in two games

What to watch in Jets-Lions on Sunday

Rock: Will Beckham finally be an on-field asset for Giants this weekend?

Investigations

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

The board, designed to investigate detainees' concerns, hasn't met since early 2021, public records show.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee more Newsday investigations

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

Newsday InvestigatesHow can NUMC be fixed? Here are 5 things it could do to improve its finances.

Hidden coffee truck makes a social media splash on LI

Only in NewsdayPopular pizza truck to open new stationary location

New sushi spot opens on LI

Only in NewsdayThese 4 LI towns have the best restaurants

High School Sports

CHSFL roundup from the 4th week of games

A recap of CHSFL football games from Friday night.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Public Enemy and others owe a debt to LI resident John Coltrane

Fall TV Preview: 13 shows you won't want to miss

Just like their fathers: Sons of Cream to rock Bay Shore

What will happen to Cinema Arts Centre? Members want to know.

Billy Joel talks about his health and favorite LI pizza on SiriusXM

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

'To Catch a Predator' dramatization is an unsettling thriller

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