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Officials on LI and NYC preparing for possible protests following Chauvin verdict
Law-enforcement officials on Long Island and in New York City are preparing in the event of protests after the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial is announced by beefing up security, sharing intelligence and coordinating resources.
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EU finds 'possible link' between J&J COVID-19 vaccine and blood clots
U.S. officials had recommended a pause on using the vaccine last week while they examine several cases of women who developed a serious blood-clotting disorder after receiving the Johnson & Johnson shots.
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How new homebuyers can compete during this 'worst time to buy'
Experts share insider tips on how to prepare before you start looking and strategies to consider before you make an offer.
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H.S. Sports Spotlight: Football, gymnastics and plays of the week
Newsday's Gregg Sarra looks at Whitman's 30-6 win over Longwood and Bellport's 20-6 win over Half Hollow Hills East in football, Connetquot gymnastics and the plays of the week in the latest episode of the High School Sports Spotlight.
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County executives request LICs for fall sports in session
Curran and Bellone co-authored a letter to Sections VIII and XI asking for an agreement to hold the title games.
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Bethpage Air Show ticket sales resume after website breaks
Sales of parking tickets for the annual Jones Beach show were temporarily halted Monday "due to technical difficulties associated with overwhelming demand," the state Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation said.
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LI eateries serving stand-out vegan dishes
Chefs are engineering plant-based alternatives for mac-and-cheese, Reubens and even Jamaican beef patties.
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Smithtown to tally up its trees
A tree census will map, county, classify and record basic information about the estimated 50,000 trees lining Smithtown's roads and sidewalks.
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Police searching for man who tried to lure two kids, 5 and 11
Police said the man "waved and signaled" for the children to come to his truck, but they refused.
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Cops: High school teacher had sex with student
Veronica Pezdan, 28, of Holbrook, faces two counts of third-degree rape and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child, police said.
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Police: Woodlands burned, turtle killed in fire
A cash reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest in the case.
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New state grants available to small businesses
$800 million in grant money is part of New York's new budget, which includes $1 billion in help for small businesses, overall.
Tracking the coronavirus
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NY expanding capacity for museums, zoos, movie theaters and large arenas
Museums and zoos will be able to allow up to 50% capacity starting on Monday, April 26, Gov. Cuomo announced. Movie theaters will be able to go to 33% capacity on the same day.
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NY to nursing home operators: Offer vaccine to staff
Executives at nursing homes on Long Island have said they've been pushing for vaccinations but have fought an uphill battle to get some to commit.
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Experts: Prepare dogs, cats to be home alone when you go back to work
Home alone may come as a shock to four-paw companions adopted during the pandemic whose owners may be returning to the office, experts said.
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Staffing agency deploys medical workers in new workplaces
Factories and TV production sets are among the workplaces ATC Healthcare Services sent medical workers wielding COVID testing swabs.
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Differences in key COVID-19 statistics tracked to how agencies record them
New York computes coronavirus data differently than other states, New York City and health care groups, leading to lower positivity rates and lower COVID-19 death numbers for Long Island and the rest of the state, experts say.
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NYC residents, workers 50 and older can now get COVID vaccine without appointment
The announcement expands a service, now at 31 city-run locations, that has been offered since late March to those 75 and older.
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10 years ago, they were valedictorians. Where are they now?
They've overcome burnout, written fantasy novels and even went from being laid off to becoming the CEO. See what 12 of LI's 2011 valedictorians are doing now.
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LI community colleges see marked enrollment drop
The enrollment losses have been straining these schools' finances, thwarting people's ability to reach their chosen career, and potentially hampering Long Island's ability to sustain a well-trained workforce, school officials and education experts said.
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3 new Long Island ice cream shops you need to try
There's a new sweep of spots to get your fix with cereal toppings, wild flavors and more.
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LIRR needs batteries
Can the power source replace diesel?
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Burr family cemetery hangs on in middle of Commack parking lot
Newsday Opinion's Mark Chiusano checks out the history behind a lonely little cemetery in the middle of a Commack parking lot.
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For the country's racial healing, break this cycle
Reader letters to Newsday about ending racial bias in policing, wind turbines on Long Island's East End and more.
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Mini-golf pop-up opens at the Vanderbilt
The nighttime experience features animated light shows on the course.
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Play games at a pinball arcade, more things to do this weekend on LI
Events, activities, drive-in movies and concerts are popping up around Long Island this season.
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Nassau County PAL brings back boxing class after 15 years
Children are already being placed on a waitlist for the spring program.
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Watch 'PJ Masks' and dress up in character at the movies
The April showings are dubbed "PJ Masks Heroes Forever."
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Spring event schedules at Old Westbury Gardens and more
Programs include yoga, horticulture and classes on raising chickens.
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LI parks great for bike riding: Mileage, trails and more
Get a handle on the best parks to go biking this season.
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LI's best Mexican restaurants
Street tacos and made-to-order guacamole are only the beginning of the draws at LI's venerable Mexican taquerias and eateries.
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Where to hike with your dog this spring
Share the great outdoors with him or her at these hiking trails that welcome dogs.
