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NY hospitalization more than doubled in past 16 days
Long Island's positivity rate has increased 700% in the past month, as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus continues to spread, state data released Saturday shows.
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More LI colleges, universities moving toward mandatory COVID-19 shots
As infections rise with the spread of the delta variant, the local schools are now among the more than 600 nationwide that will require most students to get vaccinated or stay home.
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LI restaurants, theaters push back on state's vaccine mandate
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's push to have restaurants, bars and theaters serve only vaccinated people is receiving strong pushback, with some owners saying such a move could turn off patrons and transform their workers into public-health enforcers.
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It will take just over 2 weeks for all LI schools to welcome back students
Jericho will be the first district to start classes on Aug. 26, but many superintendents said they are ready to return to full classroom instruction as they await guidance from the state about remote learning options and mask mandates. "It can't come soon enough," said Shoreham-Wading River's schools chief.
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Sales tax revenue increasing, but analysts are wary
Long Island saw a 60% gain in the second quarter, but experts caution that the rise could be fueled by temporary factors.
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Some LIPA employees file claims of harassment, bullying
The complaint cited problems during the high-pressure months after Tropical Storm Isaias. LIPA says it investgated and found the complaint to be 'without merit.'
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The Big Duck turns 90, and that's something to quack about
The landmark has more than a poultry existence: Long Islanders headed to Flanders on Saturday to celebrate its birthday and its reopening. "It's our identity; we're all proud of it," said one local man.
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Riverhead to activate remaining downtown security cameras
The town board voted in August 2019 to authorize additional expenditures to complement Community Development Block Grant funding the town secured to install the cameras at Grangabel Park and the LIRR station along Railroad Avenue, but a town board candidate criticized delays in getting the system fully operational.
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Seeking a 'New England' feel for hamlet's blighted downtown
Brookhaven launches search for master developer to prepare a plan that includes housing, retail stores and restaurants that will rejuvenate the community and give it "a sense of place," officials said.
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World War II veterans remember liberation of Europe
"There aren't many of us left anymore and it's important the younger generations realize what we did," said Joseph Randazzo, 95, during a ceremony at the American Airpower Museum.
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Former Long Beach resident said to be more than MF Doom
Daniel Dumile, known as rapper MF Doom, is described as also a philosopher, a poet and a scholar as street is dedicated in his honor.
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Cops: Man charged in woman's fatal Holtsville stabbing
The boyfriend of a woman who was fatally stabbed last week in Holtsville has been arrested and charged with her killing, Suffolk Police said.
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What to know before you go back to a Jones Beach concert
There are new rules and regulations to note before the concert season begins at Jones Beach.
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James Beard-trained chef creates must-try vegan ice cream at LI shop
Try flavors like vanilla raspberry chip and chai matcha green tea.
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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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Ride the new Ocean Parkway bike path, from start to finish
Pace yourself with these must-see stops along the way.
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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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Long Island's first Topgolf has finally arrived. Take a look inside.
Topgolf entertainment complex opened in Holtsville this week.
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2 new pedal boats hit the water on Long Island
You can pedal your way through the water with friends.
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LI winery finder: Plan your getaway now
Winery Finder will give you everything you need to know about LI’s wine country.
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These dogs have jobs and they’re doggone good at them
From looking for explosives, providing therapy and greeting customers, some dogs get to go to work. Meet four of Long Island's working canines.
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Village police chief to retire with $774G payout for unused sick time, vacation
Mayor Jesse Warren criticized the package, which also includes medical and dental benefits without premium payments for Thomas Cummings, his spouse and other dependents over his lifetime.
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Ride the new Ocean Parkway bike path, from start to finish
Pace yourself with these must-see stops along the way.
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COVID fight needs leadership
Rising rates demand state guidance on masks and vaccines for schools, students
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Fed up with LI's reckless drivers
Reader letters to Newsday.
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Now is Biden's best chance to ditch the Iran nuclear talks
Khamenei has the real power in Iran, and he appears to be souring on the prospect of returning to the nuclear deal.
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Groups roll out website to promote biking, walking, less car use
The letsmoveli.com website, a one-stop resource center, is aimed at getting Long Islanders moving; encouraging bike and pedestrian safety education and supporting biking infrastructure.
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LI fans and Lady A reignite Jones Beach Theater on opening night
The country trio's concert marked the venue's first show since 2019 after last year's season was canceled because of the pandemic.
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Curran bill would provide $375 payments to Nassau residents
The plan would give one-time payments to Nassau households with maximum incomes of $168,900 — or that demonstrate negative impact from COVID-19 pandemic.
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Concetta Mary Montefusco D'Anna, longtime Long Islander, dies at 83
If there was a birthday, Etta D'Anna remembered it. If one of the cousins moved, she was the one you called to find out where.
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No sharks spotted yet, but swimming limited at LI beach
Swimmers were briefly limited to waist-deep only at Point Lookout as a precaution today but — after no sharks were spotted — swimming was allowed at state park and nearby South Shore beaches, officials said.
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Educator plans lawsuit, says he was reassigned for 'outspokenness' over book
The lawyer for administrator Charles Schulz alleged Commack school district leaders abolished Schulz's job and reassigned him after he protested the removal of a controversial book from the district's required reading list.
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Man suing Burger King, says they fired him over his colostomy bag
A Huntington Station man was fired from his job at Burger King after refusing to tuck in his shirt because it interfered with the operation of his colostomy bag, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday against the fast-food franchise.
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NBC's Olympics TV schedule for Tokyo games
Find out which day and channel your favorite Olympic sports will be on.
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Djokovic's temper flares up as he leaves Olympics empty-handed
Novak Djokovic is leaving the Olympics without a medal
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Thompson-Herah breaks Flo Jo's Olympic mark in women's 100
Elaine Thompson-Herah broke Florence Griffith Joyner’s 33-year-old Olympic record in the women’s 100 meters with a time of 10.61 seconds.
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USA men's hoops routs Czech Republic to reach Olympic quarters
Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Kevin Durant added 23 and set a pair of USA Basketball men's Olympic records to help the U.S. clinch a berth in the knockout stage.
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Frustration as Biden, Congress allow eviction ban to expire
Anger and frustration mounted as President Joe Biden showed no signs of reversing plans to allow a nationwide eviction moratorium to expire at midnight Saturday — one Democratic lawmaker even camping outside the Capitol in protest as millions of Americans were about to be forced from their homes.
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Schumer: Senators will 'get the job done' on infrastructure
The Senate convened for a rare weekend session on Saturday, with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer encouraging the authors of a bipartisan infrastructure plan to finish writing their bill so that senators can begin offering amendments.
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Trump urged Justice officials to declare election 'corrupt'
Then-President Donald Trump urged senior Justice Department officials to declare the results of the 2020 election "corrupt" in a December phone call, according to handwritten notes from one of the participants in the conversation.
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IRS must give Trump tax returns to Congress, Justice Dept. says
The DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel said the House Ways and Means Committee chairman "has invoked sufficient reasons for requesting the former President's tax information."
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CDC reverses course on indoor masks for 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.
