Tracking the coronavirus
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LI hospitals seeing more COVID-19 patients, amid holiday concerns
Following "yellow" zone designations on Long Island, other communities in Nassau and Suffolk could be "on the brink" of restrictions to curtail coronavirus spread. Read more
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With the Thanksgiving holiday about here, health experts worry a negative result may give people a false sense of security during the coronavirus pandemic.
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The public notifications about virus exposure included a report about a juror who tested positive Sunday for COVID-19 after being in Nassau County Court on Thursday.
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The pandemic has increased the demand for food assistance dramatically, Newsday's Chelsea Irizarry spoke to organizers at one food pantry in Brentwood to see how they are helping the community ahead of Thanksgiving.
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Two NYPD cops from Long Island expected to recover after Queens gunfight
The officers were wounded and a suspect was killed in the shooting that began when the officers accompanied a woman home after she reported a domestic incident, NYPD officials said. Read more
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The four years of his administration should be remembered for setting NYC "on a path to safety," says Mayor Bill de Blasio.
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Over-the-top bidding wars have been breaking records across Long Island as the market recovers in gangbusters style from the spring coronavirus lockdown.
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The New York senator calls college debt "an anchor around" students and says President-elect Joe Biden should issue and executive order in 2021 cancelling up to $50,000 in outstanding federal loans.
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Appeals court affirms 55-year sentence for MS-13 gang member in LI killing
The appeals court affirmed a 55-year prison term Tuesday for a member of the MS-13 gang who organized the killings of four teenagers in a Central Islip park when he was 15
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Curran's $3.3 billion budget proposal asks NIFA, a state control board that oversees county finances, to refinance $473 million in county debt over 15 years.
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Now it has more of a focus on shareable plates such as raw oysters, fondue, cheese plates and charcuterie.
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Pastor Meint Ploegman of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Bohemia was remembered as a gentle man who exemplified faith and love.
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The 2 1/2-mile route down Broadway is canceled — a COVID-19 victim — but the televised parade will feature floats, giant balloons, Broadway showstoppers, musical stars, marching bands and Santa Claus, Macy's says.
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Visit one of these Long Island Christmas tree farms where you can cut down your own evergreen with the family.
Editors' Picks
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On Nov. 22, 1950, two LIRR trains collided just west of Jamaica station, killing 78 and injuring more than 300.
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With more competition and fewer jobs, looking for work is a bigger challenge than ever before
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The "12 Nights of Christmas Lights" experience runs through Dec. 20.
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Do your part to curb the spread of COVID-19
Use caution on Thanksgiving.
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State lawmakers should revisit election system
Some systems not built for major mail-in voting need revisiting.
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It's over for Trump
Baseless vote-count fight is harmful.
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As President-elect Joe Biden started rolling out his administrative team, one voice has been notably silent: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.
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Pennsylvania's results show Biden and Harris with 3.46 million votes, Trump and Pence with 3.38 million, and Libertarian Jo Jorgensen with 79,000.
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The federal government recognized President-elect Joe Biden as the "apparent winner" of the Nov. 3 election, formally starting the transition of power after President Donald Trump spent weeks testing the boundaries of American democracy.
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Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins expressed confidence the count of absentee ballots in a Westchester race will give Democrats their 42nd seat.
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If you're not cooking, these spots are serving socially distanced meals or offering takeout dinners to eat at home.
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Santa will be socially distant and holiday fun may come delivered.
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Here are seven small-to-medium-sized resorts within 125 miles of Long Island.
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If you're looking for the hottest video gaming system, smartphone, TV or more for the techie on your shopping list, we've got you covered.
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Find the perfect cozy outfit while helping others at the same time.
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"Everyone was itching to get back," a league member says.
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Take a digital detox at these outdoor spots that offer peace and quiet.
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Even the most accomplished home cook can come undone at Thanksgiving. Here are 10 tips to keep you keep you calm, cool and collected.
