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Cop tried to stop speeding driver right before Quogue crash that killed 5, police say
A village police officer clocked Justin B. Mendez, 22, driving at least 55 mph in a 40 mph zone, put on flashing lights and attempted to pull him over just before the 11:15 p.m. crash on Saturday on Montauk Highway near Quogue Street, said Quogue Police Chief Christopher Isola.
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CDC reverses course on indoor masks in some parts of U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also recommended indoor masks for all teachers, staff, students and visitors to schools, regardless of vaccination status.
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Court papers: Former LIRR supervisor pleads guilty in alleged OT scheme
In pleading guilty to one conspiracy count, John Nugent told Manhattan Federal District Court Judge Paul A. Engelmayer that he siphoned off just over $34,000 in fake overtime, according to attorney William Wexler.
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Police: Sharks spotted off Jones Beach one day after lifeguard reported possible bite
The state is implementing heightened patrols to minimize risk of shark interactions with the public, authorities said.
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Three LI hospitals ranked among Top 50 in the nation
The hospitals — North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Huntington Hospital — were among the Top 50 facilities in U.S. News & World Report's 2021-22 Best Hospital rankings.
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Nassau police official: The number of opioid overdoses 'shocked my conscience'
A high-ranking Long Island police official with years on the front lines of the region's drug wars testified Tuesday that prescription pill abuse that became problematic starting about two decades ago fueled what has turned into today's opioid epidemic.
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Aurora Music Festival canceled due to rise in COVID cases
The October event, which was just announced two weeks ago, was to be a scaled-back version of the Great South Bay Music Festival.
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Suffolk lawmakers accept up to $106M in opioid settlements
The county legislature also approved creating a Fair Housing Advisory Board to combat housing discrimination.
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Petition seeks to bar nonresidents from speaking at school board meetings
An online petition, which comes amid a debate over whether students should wear masks in class, has received more than 100 virtual signatures since it was posted last week.
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Northport hotel developer's lawsuit against village can proceed
Developer Kevin O'Neill sued the village and its officials in August 2020 over the permit fee paid in protest to build a 25-room, 24,677-square-foot boutique hotel on Main Street.
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LI towns praise Cuomo's low-vax ZIP codes plan
Some Long Island towns say they are doing what they can to get shots in arms as they praise a new $15 million program by Gov. Cuomo that targets communities with low vaccination rates but high numbers of new confirmed COVID-19 cases.
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Shea on vaccine mandate: 'We are going to comply with the order'
New York City Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said he is fully behind New York City's mandate aimed at getting all of its employees vaccinated against the coronavirus and will be talking with department lawyers over how to best implement the plan.
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Try something new: Recent LI restaurant openings
The latest restaurants to open on Long Island.
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Dogs available for adoption now on LI
Here are pups of all ages available for adoption from several local shelters.
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5 affordable, mini family road trips in NYS
Here are five easy to access and inexpensive in-state mini-vacation suggestions that offer summer fun.
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Husband-and-wife team designs custom wood home pieces
R.E.N. Design Company artisan wood shop also hosts DIY classes.
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Tour the bay houses for a look at Long Island's past
The houses were built by fishermen, baymen and duck hunters.
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Wineries, restaurants and more to explore on the North Fork
The North Fork is bustling with classic spots and new opportunities to dine and unwind this summer.
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5 coastal destinations in the Northeast for LIers to visit this summer
Travel to five places no more than five hours away from LI that provide their own takes on life near the Atlantic Ocean.
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Activities your teen will want to try this summer on LI
Teens are all about making up for what they may have missed out on last summer.
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Cops say their efforts at LGBTQ outreach, inclusion are nothing new
As in Nassau, Suffolk officials and police brass have embraced a new fraternal organization advocating for LGBTQ causes, supporters on the force say. But there has been a longtime effort by police in both counties to bridge divides.
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LI's Suozzi living his dream as Mets farmhand near where he grew up
The son of Rep. Tom Suozzi recently was promoted to the High-A Brooklyn Cyclones.
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New seafood eatery opens with plans to open offshore fish farm
You'll find lobster rolls, but also smoked bluefish dip and trout carbonara.
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Riding out COVID
The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.
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For dogs with no escape from the heat, it's a cruel summer
Since 2020, hot weather has killed at least 51 companion animals, including two dogs on a 111-degree day last month.
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Millions of vaccines are about to expire: We might just let them go to waste
We cannot risk massive waste in the unrealistic hope that U.S. vaccination rates will suddenly spike.
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Bellone: Suffolk Police Department to discipline two officers involved in misconduct
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and acting Police Commissioner Stuart Cameron on Monday said the police department would discipline two officers involved in misconduct in the detective promotional process.
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Developer seeks IDA tax breaks for Nesconset small-biz hub
The Suffolk IDA gave a preliminary OK for tax savings of $910,610 for an industrial project in Nesconset. Two IDA board members question whether the aid is needed.
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No sale? Homes that defy the seller's market
Some homes are simply not selling. But there are ways to get things moving.
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New LI dessert spot serves coffee imprinted with your photo
Besides Instagram-ready lattes, you'll find crepes and elegant pastries.
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These LI dogs have jobs of their own
Wish you could bring your dog to work? These pups are on the job.
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HBO's 'Real Sports' meets LI 10-year-old aiming to become youngest chess Grandmaster
Tani Adewumi, whose family fled Nigeria as refugees, hopes to claim the game's top title soon.
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Schumer to Navy Secretary nominee: Prioritize cleaner water for Manorville
Sen. Chuck Schumer pushed bringing clean drinking water to Manorville residents living near the former Calverton naval weapons plant as a top priority for New York during a recent meeting with the U.S. Navy Secretary nominee Carlos Del Toro.
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Biles withdraws from team final citing mental health
USA manages silver medal as sport's biggest and best athlete withdraws after a shaky vault.
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LIers at the Tokyo Olympics
See Long Island's Olympic athletes competing throughout the Games in Tokyo.
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Photos: Katie Ledecky at the Tokyo Olympics
Photos of top American swimmer Katie Ledecky at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. ...
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Simone Biles at the Tokyo Olympics
Photos of American gymnast Simone Biles at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. ...
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Bear cub burned in wildfire heals at California center
An injured bear cub that was rescued after it suffered burns in a California wildfire is being nursed back to health at a wildlife center at Lake Tahoe. Officials have named the young bear "Tamarack."
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CDC reverses course on indoor masks in some parts of U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also recommended indoor masks for all teachers, staff, students and visitors to schools, regardless of vaccination status.
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'This is how I'm going to die': Officers tell Jan. 6 stories
Police officers detailed the horror of their experiences, their injuries and the lasting trauma as they begged lawmakers to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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USA loses to Japan in Olympic softball final
A sixth-inning double play by Japan helped the host country to the gold medal as USA takes silver.
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USA women's soccer advances to Olympics quarterfinals
The United States made it through to the quarterfinals of the women's Olympic soccer competition after a 0-0 draw with Australia
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