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Analysis: LI had 45 times fewer COVID-19 cases last week than in beginning of January
Buoyed by the falling case numbers across Long Island, senior centers are reopening, in-person meetings are making a comeback and some are planning traditional Fourth of July celebrations.
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LIers with weakened immune systems still wary of COVID-19
Millions of Americans are immunocompromised, which means they have immune systems that are less able to protect them from infections and diseases such as the coronavirus.
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Concern rises about sharks in LI waters like last summer
After a flurry of shark sightings on South Shore beaches last year, experts are divided on whether more sharks are swimming in the waters off Long Island or if more people are on the lookout for the predatory fish.
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Bread bakery chain opens first NY location in Woodbury
You'll find fresh-milled breads sold by the loaf or starring in housemade sandwiches.
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Forecast: Very humid with 70% chance of rain; high of 72
Rain and thunderstorms are forecast before sun and warmer temperatures return Wednesday, the National Weather Service says.
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Hauppauge schools now say district will follow state guidance on masks
The letter reverses one sent three days ago in which the Hauppauge school board president and the teachers union president told state officials that masks would no longer be required in all situations for Hauppauge students.
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Islanders outplay Lightning in Game 1 victory
The Isles controlled five-on-five play and Semyon Varlamov outdueled Vezina Trophy finalist Andrei Vasilevskiy en route to the victory; Game 2 is Tuesday night.
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Smithtown students, town officials partner for science lessons
A partnership will next year bring town environmental officials into science classes and students out to town facilities including a recycling plant.
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Nassau cops investigate death of woman, 28, at Floral Park motel
The death of the unidentified woman was considered a homicide, Nassau police said.
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Thousands gather for Long Island Pride Festival
"It is important for me to be here as a gay mom and a queer person," said Geeta Citygirl of Westbury.
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State lawmakers approve anti-housing discrimination bills
The bills, spurred by Newsday's "Long Island Divided" series, would increase fines for violating housing discrimination laws and mandate more anti-bias training for realtors.
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Judge orders temporary closure of Northport fish market
The village has cited the building on Fort Salonga Road for alleged building and fire code violations.
Tracking the coronavirus
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Novavax: Large study finds COVID-19 shot about 90% effective
The Novavax vaccine, which is easy to store and transport, is expected to play an important role in boosting vaccine supplies in the developing world.
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COVID-19 cases keep dropping in New York
While the number of positive cases is dropping, the number of people vaccinated still hasn't reached the threshold for Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo to lift COVID-19 restrictions.
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Taking the spa on the road
The perfect location for this entrepreneur's dream medical spa turned out to be a $280,000 custom trailer that can take services anywhere.
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FDA: Some J&J vaccine doses can be used, but many must be tossed
The FDA is allowing the release of about 10 million doses of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine from a troubled Baltimore factory, but many more doses can't be used and must be thrown out.
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LI winner of NY vaccine scholarship 'so happy' about her lucky shot
She was one of two new Long Island winners. The state has issued the scholarships in a bid to encourage younger New Yorkers to get vaccinated for COVID-19. Virus positivity numbers remained low in the state.
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'Seize the day': Pent-up demand will lead to a post-pandemic spending spree, experts say
After a year of enforced austerity, researchers and business owners say shoppers are gearing up for some ‘revenge’ spending.
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More teaching about racism needed, students tell board
The meeting followed an unruly forum earlier this week on the district's multiracial curriculum, where parents accused school leaders of teaching critical race theory, sometimes yelling over students who said they experienced racism in their schools.
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Tick season is upon us on Long Island
Medical experts say Long Islanders need to be wary of ticks, which can spread Lyme disease and other illnesses, when they ...
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Tropical spots on LI that'll make you feel like you're on vacation
Tiki bars, beach huts and more.
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LI's downtowns are vital treasures
We must ensure that we strengthen these fundamental community builders.
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Cleaner water takes time
The news was clearly good, and its context even better. The news came from a study of the Long Island ...
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Brooding on Brood X
By now, they should have emerged on Long Island.
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LI food trucks near you to visit, hire this season
The menus go way beyond hot dogs and pretzels, and joining in on the food-truck boom this year: mobile bars available for hire, too.
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LI hotels with outdoor pools, more fun summer offerings
Looking for a staycation close to home? Book a night at a Long Island hotel equipped with a pool.
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5 new things to do on Fire Island this summer
Not known for changing often, there are new things to try on Fire Island.
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Gamers keep retro arcade and video games alive on LI
The open invitation beat your high score? A persuasive reason to play again ... and again.
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Where to buy houseplants on Long Island
People are craving signs of life, both indoors and out.
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Take an animal road trip around LI to see baby animals
There's a new baby seal at the aquarium, baby goats at the Game Farm and a zebra on the way.
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U-pick strawberry fields open on LI for the season
This time of year, happiness comes in the shape of a bright-red, juicy strawberry.
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Wartime tanks roll out for WWII encampment weekend
This marks the museum's first interactive event since the pandemic.
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Budget revotes set for Tuesday in 4 LI school districts
Three districts — Bridgehampton, Three Village and Wantagh — still seek to override their state-assigned tax caps. A fourth, Northport-East Northport, is struggling to overcome resistance to a recent decision to close two elementary schools.
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Floral Park offers easy commute, sense of community
Some residents are concerned about the impact of the UBS arena, which opens this fall, and the MTA's Third Rail project on the community.
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21-year-old entrepreneur takes on ubiquitous red Solo cups
The Albertson college junior has launched his own brand of disposable cups, made from a corn-based material that he says is better for the environment.
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Bird in the wires means firefighters to the rescue
An Osprey became entangled in a nest — and was hanging upside down 30-feet above ground and unable to fly out on its own, when firefighters arrived at the scene and eventually pulled the hawk to safety, officials say.
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Join this summer cocktail tour to find LI's best drink
Each ticket includes a spirit tasting and full cocktail (when you order food) at each of 10 bars and restaurants taking part.
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Truck Beach off limits for drivers in East Hampton Town
The popular 4,000-foot stretch of beach east of Napeague Lane in Amagansett and west of Napeague State Park has been determined by a state Supreme Court ruling to be private property, and only those using it for fishing are allowed access.
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Lodge at Scout camp dedicated in boy's memory
The lodge, which cost $130,000 to build, has been renamed in honor of Andrew McMorris, who was struck and killed by a drunken driver while hiking with his Boy Scout troop in 2018.
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What's the outlook for school in September? Get insight from LI educators.
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