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Cuomo: 'A possible flattening of the curve' as NY exceeds 130,000 coronavirus cases
Gov. Cuomo said schools and nonessential businesses will remain closed through April 29, while increasing fines for violating social distancing rules.
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See Monday updates from officials, Newsday reporters and more on the coronavirus.
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Both Nassau and Suffolk have changed their method for counting deaths attributed to COVID-19. Total LI deaths have jumped since the change.
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Nassau reported that 34,223 county residents have been tested as of Sunday. In Suffolk, as of Monday, about 30,900 residents had been tested, according to statistics.
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See how coronavirus has spread in your community and in communities across Long Island, New York City and New York State.
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Attendance at the communal seder, which is celebrated in most places Wednesday and Thursday nights, will be a scattered affair due to social distancing mandates.
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''As an artist I always go to my art to heal. This time I went to my art to inspire," said Helen Murdock-Prep.
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Researchers are working to see if the antibodies in people who successfully fought back the virus can be used to stop the infection in other patients.
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The report builds on data from China, where the outbreak started in late December, which suggested COVID-19 cases among children may be less severe than those in adults.
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Morgues, funeral homes, cemeteries and crematoria across Long Island and New York City are struggling to manage the death toll from the virus.
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The 20,000 kits, to be administered by appointment at Nassau University Medical Center, also will test for antibodies.
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Board of Regents Chancellor Betty Rosa said during a teleconference of the policymaking group that an announcement would be made Tuesday.
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Towns and cities have streamed meetings for years but practice has increased with COVID-19 and governor's order suspending requirement that public be allowed to attend in person
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The company, which distributes supplies to dentists, physicians and clinics, said it also was cutting payroll and decreasing spending to increase "financial flexibility."
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Bellport's Shannon Gibbons did not make it out of the top 40 on Sunday's show.
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The yesteryears are preserved in dozens of groups that aim to reconnect people to their past and one another.
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Newsday's All-Long Island cheerleading team 2020
Meet Newsday's All-Long Island cheerleading team for the 2019-2020 winter season.
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Terms set for judges on the town code violations panel
Huntington is moving ahead with forming a panel of judges that will deal with code violation cases instead of district court.
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U.S. needs a national response against COVID-19
Washington must coordinate a large deployment of staff and resources so that states such as NY will get the help they need.
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Michael Dowling: To health care workers, thank you
You have entered unthinkable situations each day, facing the virus with no known treatment or vaccine with the same rigor and hope as ever before.
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Love in the time of COVID-19
Huntington Town Hall sees a crush of marriages.
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Without access to the gym, Long Islanders are heading outside.
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Get inspired by what these LI college students have been doing to stay busy at home lately.
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Adults are sharing funny stories about their new “co-workers” on social media and forming online support groups.
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Tackle the trickiest of spaces.
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Thinking about adopting a pet? These Long Island shelter dogs are looking for forever homes.
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There are ways to stay fit while staying at home.
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From touring LI museums to virtual activities for kids, we're here to help you stay happy and healthy while social distancing.
Weather & Wellness
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Why are we sleeping 90 minutes less?
The weather may make you feel more tired, but as meteorologist Bonnie Schneider explains, for some sleep may be harder to achieve this time of year.
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