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Day after NY reopening, not all are ready to drop safety measures
Though Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo gave the go-ahead for many establishments to drop their social distancing, masking and cleaning requirements, some establishments are being cautious about returning to the old business as usual.
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Low vaccination rates may be linked to college students
The Long Island ZIP codes that Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo singled out as among those with the state’s lowest vaccination rates includes student housing at Hofstra University and LIU Post.
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A top Suffolk police official is retiring, the department says
Suffolk County's First Deputy Police Commissioner James Skopek is the third top Suffolk police official to put in their retirement papers in the last few months.
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Village residents across LI elect new mayors, trustees
In Sag Harbor, trustee Jim Larocca narrowly defeated first-term incumbent Mayor Kathleen Mulcahy, while Port Jefferson Mayor Margot J. Garant handily defeated challenger and trustee Barbara Ransome to win a seventh two-year term.
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Police: Arrest made in killing of woman found dead in motel
A 34-year-old Elmont woman has been charged with second-degree murder, Nassau police said.
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Patchogue man indicted on charges he abused girls in illegal day care
Prosecutors said the abuse occurred from 2010 to 2014 at the home daycare in Patchogue, which stopped operating in 2015.
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Hofstra dean Stacey Sikes to be LIA's No. 2 executive
Sikes, who has led Hofstra's small business programs, is believed to be the first woman to hold one of the LIA's top 2 jobs in the group's 95-year history.
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Three of 4 districts pass 2021-22 school budgets
Bridgehampton, Northport-East Northport and Wantagh budgets passed. Voters rejected the fiscal plan for Three Village schools by a wide margin.
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Ranking this summer's hottest hard seltzers
Long Island's breweries have entered the hard seltzer and canned cocktail game. See how they stack up.
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These 7 sons share the same career paths as their fathers
The bond is strong for these Long Island fathers and sons who share career paths.
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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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NYC to crack down on temporary counterfeit license plates
The NYPD is training patrol officers to identify counterfeit temporary license plates, which have been tied to drive-by shootings, hit-and-run accidents and other crimes, Mayor Bill de Blasio and police officials announced.
Tracking the coronavirus
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Employers can help ease workers' post-pandemic anxiety
For employees, the year of COVID-19 created "a perfect storm of mental, emotional, physical, and financial stressors," says Jessica Moser at MetLife. Many employers recognize this and have sought to become more accommodating to mental health needs.
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Murder, auto theft increased in 2020 amid pandemic
Overall crime, including violent and property crimes, rose 1.2% statewide in 2020.
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State parks seek lifeguards after pandemic creates shortage
The state says it has openings for lifeguards in several Long Island parks, including Jones Beach and Robert Moses state park.
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Unmasked people seen at 2 school forums
Video of two Commack school district events shows multiple people unmasked in the Commack High School auditorium, days after Gov. Cuomo and guidance on the district's website said the indoor school mask requirement remained in place.
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Cuomo: NY going back 'to life as we know it' after reaching vaccine threshold
After more than a year of restrictions affecting business and social activities, patrons will now be able to sit shoulder to shoulder in bars or restaurants. Gyms, offices and entertainment venues will also go largely back to normal, Cuomo said. Long Island led in adult vaccinations.
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Northwell requiring new employees to get COVID-19 shots
This comes as employers nationwide grapple with whether to require workers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus as they reenter the workplace.
Long Islanders' Favorites
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Oyster Bay considers seizing golf course by eminent domain
The town board will vote to schedule a July 13 hearing on using eminent domain to condemn the Peninsula Golf Club in East Massapequa that has an interested buyer who has agreed to the $4.4 million purchase price.
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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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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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Your guide to LI beaches to visit this summer
There's sun, sand, surf and so much more at Long Island's many beaches.
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How many of these ultimate LI summer activities have you done?
Everyone has their own idea of an ideal summer day on Long Island.
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Try something new: Recent LI restaurant openings
The latest restaurants to open on Long Island.
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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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Tropical spots on LI that'll make you feel like you're on vacation
Tiki bars, salt shacks and beach resorts can help you make an escape this summer, if just for a few hours.
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Plan your perfect picnic at these scenic LI spots
It's a gorgeous day, the cooler is loaded up with ice--all you need is the right spot, great food and a gorgeous setting.
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Dogs available for adoption now on LI
Thinking about adopting a pet? These Long Island shelter dogs are looking for forever homes.
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How well do you know LI's iconic summer venues?
From Jones Beach to Billy Joel, see how well you know Long Island's iconic people and places.
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Suffolk surplus could total $500 million over two years
The county's general fund surplus could swell to between $492 and $547 million in 2022, due to high sales tax revenues and receipt of federal pandemic aid, according to projections.
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Police: Construction worker fatally struck by steel beam
The unsecured beam fell on the man's head, Nassau police said.
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Suffolk median home price hits a record $500,000
Bidding wars continue to drive prices up as scarce supply and low rates fuel the market; Nassau median price was $635,000 in May, records show.
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LI cybersecurity company acquired
A California-based supplier of tools for producing computer chips has acquired Northport startup Code Dx Inc.
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LI group to share in $1.25B for community lenders
Vice President Kamala Harris said the Biden administration is distributing the funds to hundreds of small lenders to help disadvantaged business owners.
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Brentwood brick Colonial on sale for $475,000
The home also features a Florida room connecting to the rear deck, which overlooks the half-acre property.
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Baldwin store charged after 11 sick puppies found
Police found the puppies in an unmarked Baldwin storefront. One died and the others required expensive veterinary treatment after they were rescued. The store faces three misdemeanors, officials said.
