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State at 70% COVID vaccination level for adults; Hempstead and Greenvale lag
Gov. Cuomo called on local governments to focus on ZIP codes that have lower levels of vaccinations to continue lowering virus positivity. The latest federal figures showed the state reaching a 70% threshold for adults 18 and over with one shot.
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PSEG replaces steel pole damaged after crash on East End
PSEG replaced the controversial steel pole damaged after a fatal crash in November but did not disclose the cost to replace the damaged pole.
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Oyster Bay considers seizing golf course by eminent domain
The town board will vote to schedule a July 13 hearing on using eminent domain to condemn the Peninsula Golf Club in East Massapequa that has an interested buyer who has agreed to the $4.4 million purchase price.
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Concern rises about sharks in LI waters like last summer
After a flurry of shark sightings on South Shore beaches last year, experts are divided on whether more sharks are swimming in the waters off Long Island or if more people are on the lookout for the predatory fish.
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Lottery payouts to winners delayed by glitch
"All wagers have been recorded properly and all winning patron tickets will be able to be redeemed as soon as the system is fully restored," state Gaming Commission spokesman Brad Maione told Newsday.
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Northwell requiring new employees to get COVID-19 shots
This comes as employers nationwide grapple with whether to require workers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus as they reenter the workplace.
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Great white sharks tracked swimming off Long Island
Charlotte, an 8-foot teenager, was tracked east of Long Island Sound, Monomoy, a 6-foot, 7-inch juvenile male, was tracked near Montauk, and 8-footer Martha was located near Trenton, N.J., according to Ocearch.
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Huntington Town plans improvements at Woodbine Marina
A bond for up to $1.5 million has been approved for construction improvements including replacing the bulkhead at marina which is currently closed.
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Bloods gang leader found guilty of attempted murder
Howard Davis, 34, of Bellport also convicted of brandishing and discharging firearms, assault, robbery, distribution of controlled substances and obstruction of justice, U.S. attorney said.
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Amy Schumer's streaming series films in Malverne parking lot
The Rockville Centre-raised comedy star brought her upcoming Hulu series "Life & Beth" to Malverne, shooting in a parking lot on Hempstead Avenue.
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Rocky Point High School custodian saves girl choking on french fry
David Cook, a custodian at Rocky Point High School, was at the other end of the cafeteria when he heard there was a medical emergency and came to the rescue of the choking freshman girl.
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De Blasio sets ticker-tape parade for pandemic heroes
"We promised the heroes who led the fight against #COVID19 a celebration like our city had never seen," de Blasio tweeted as he unveiled the plan for a "Hometown Heroes Parade" at a City Hall news conference.
Tracking the coronavirus
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LIers with weakened immune systems still wary of COVID-19
Millions of Americans are immunocompromised, which means they have immune systems that are less able to protect them from infections and diseases such as the coronavirus.
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Novavax: Large study finds COVID-19 shot about 90% effective
The Novavax vaccine, which is easy to store and transport, is expected to play an important role in boosting vaccine supplies in the developing world.
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Thinner Mints: Girl Scouts have millions of unsold cookies
The 109-year-old organization says the coronavirus — not thinner demand for Thin Mints — is the main culprit behind the 15 million boxes of unsold cookies.
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A year later, LIers still have lasting effects from COVID-19
Scientists are unsure what is causing the lingering symptoms, how to prevent and treat them, why some people get them and others don't, and how long the effects may last.
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COVID-19 cases keep dropping in New York
While the number of positive cases is dropping, the number of people vaccinated still hasn't reached the threshold for Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo to lift COVID-19 restrictions.
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Taking the spa on the road
The perfect location for this entrepreneur's dream medical spa turned out to be a $280,000 custom trailer that can take services anywhere.
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More teaching about racism needed, students tell board
The meeting followed an unruly forum earlier in the week on the district's multiracial curriculum, where parents accused school leaders of teaching critical race theory, sometimes yelling over students who said they experienced racism in their schools.
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Tropical spots on LI that'll make you feel like you're on vacation
Tiki bars, beach huts and more.
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$800M grant program for small businesses now open
Applications are being accepted for $800 million in state grants to help the smallest businesses recover from the pandemic – and the money may not be taxed by Albany.
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Anti-mask fury is indefensible
As positivity rates on Long Island decline and vaccination rates increase, there is room for debate on masking in schools. ...
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The 411 on endorsements
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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COVID-era lessons for our courts
In 2020, courts became more flexible and humane. Let's keep it that way.
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Where to buy houseplants on Long Island
People are craving signs of life, both indoors and out.
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LI food trucks near you to visit, hire this season
The menus go way beyond hot dogs and pretzels, and joining in on the food-truck boom this year: mobile bars available for hire, too.
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LI hotels with outdoor pools, more fun summer offerings
Looking for a staycation close to home? Book a night at a Long Island hotel equipped with a pool.
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5 new things to do on Fire Island this summer
Not known for changing often, there are new things to try on Fire Island.
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Gamers keep retro arcade and video games alive on LI
The open invitation beat your high score? A persuasive reason to play again ... and again.
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Take an animal road trip around LI to see baby animals
There's a new baby seal at the aquarium, baby goats at the Game Farm and a zebra on the way.
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U-pick strawberry fields open on LI for the season
This time of year, happiness comes in the shape of a bright-red, juicy strawberry.
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Wartime tanks roll out for WWII encampment weekend
This marks the museum's first interactive event since the pandemic.
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Emerging at the top: Meet 13 of LI's extraordinary seniors
One underwent brain surgery and still maintained a 100 average. Another grew up in poverty in Kenya and is headed to Dartmouth. These are some high school seniors who are navigating adversity and helping their communities.
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Amityille man convicted of sex trafficking in operation based in Bohemia, feds say
Justin Rivera and other sex traffickers recruited victims with false promises of romance and forced them into continued prostitution with beatings, sexual assaults and threats of gun violence, according to the U.S. attorney's office.
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Bread bakery chain opens first NY location in Woodbury
You'll find fresh-milled breads sold by the loaf or starring in housemade sandwiches.
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Nassau DA: Woman posed as immigration attorney
A Ronkonkoma woman is facing felony charges after Nassau prosecutors said on Tuesday that she posed as an immigration attorney and stole more than $30,000 from immigrants living in the country illegally who were looking for legal help.
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NYPD: West Babylon man charged in fatal shooting
Robert Johnson, 26, faces charges of murder, assault and criminal possession of a firearm for the killing of a Brooklyn man Thursday in Manhattan, the NYPD says.
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Nassau cops investigate death of woman, 28, at Floral Park motel
The death of the unidentified woman was considered a homicide, Nassau police said.
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State lawmakers approve anti-housing discrimination bills
The bills, spurred by Newsday's "Long Island Divided" series, would increase fines for violating housing discrimination laws and mandate more anti-bias training for realtors.
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What's the outlook for school in September? Get insight from LI educators.
Posted June 11, 2021
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