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Parents mixed about sending children back to school
Many parents say they are aware that children constitute a fraction of reported cases and deaths from the coronavirus, but some still worry about the unknowns of the virus. Read more
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The National Weather Service has issued a tropical storm watch for LI
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Investigators found five people living in an unregistered recreation vehicle. Riverhead code enforcers also found three people living in an illegally converted garage, officials said.
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Sunrise Promenade in Massapequa is busy preparing vacant spaces to receive The Paper Store, a Whole Foods and other retailers.
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"We support every player's right to make this type of decision," GM Brodie Van Wagenen said. "It was surprising, without question."
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"Sharks are always there, whether you see them or don't see them," a researcher said. Long Island officials reported no shark sightings Sunday.
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The pair broke into the school through a window and then damaged several classrooms, Nassau police said.
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The crash, near Cow Meadow Park, cast several people into the water, police say. Two of the injuries were described as "serious."
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The senator said the tax cap, which has impacted many Long Island homeowners, will be tough to remove because of fierce opposition from McConnell.
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One dead, one injured in Wyandanch shooting, police say
The victims were shot in the street after leaving a house party on Patton Avenue early Sunday, according to police.
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NextLI survey: Barely half would get coronavirus vaccine
The survey found that only 53% of LIers said they intend to get a COVID-19 vaccine, if one is developed, with 16% saying they wouldn't and 31% unsure. Read more
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The governor said the latest coronavirus numbers show the state's plan is working, but warned of "storm clouds on the horizon" if safety protocols continue to be ignored.
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Consumer confidence has impacted applications for new residential systems, but some companies are finding respite in commercial, municipal sectors.
Editors' Picks
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COVID-19 changing study of medicine on Long Island
From studying in "pods" of 20 to 25 to curriculum changes that will include students assisting in COVID-19 research, medical schools are making key adjustments as tomorrow's doctors study a pandemic "happening in real time." Read more
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Longtime commuters say working from home has been life-changing, and they savor the extra hours in their days, but some also miss the energy of other people and of New York City, itself.
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Most homeowners getting their drinking water from a public water supplier can access annual reports, released at the end of every May, that are made public; others can get their water tested for a fee.
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Big wind win for New York
Offshore plan will fight climate change.
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Testing & tracing
Shoring up both will help contain the spread of the coronavirus.
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Dobie: Mission to Mars is a message to humanity
The spacecraft Perseverance has something to teach every one of us.
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Trump's repulsive message
Appeal to housing fear is corrosive.
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Discover the iconic Gilgo Beach Inn's history, eats and more
Neither hurricanes nor pandemics can dash the sand-in-your-shoes appeal of the long-running snack bar perched on the Great South Bay. Read more
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The Hamptons are back with some fresh ways to have (socially distant) fun this season.
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The show is open to Town of Oyster Bay residents.
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"Stay local" has become the mantra of risk-averse Long Islanders this season during the pandemic.
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Exercising inside facilities remains off-limits, but you can still try a class in the great outdoors.
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It's an active summer pastime with built-in social distancing.
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Story hours have resumed, but you'll need to bring a blanket.
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Sunflower fields are nearing full bloom on the North Fork.
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An Islamic State group attack on a prison in eastern Afghanistan holding hundreds of its members raged after killing at least 21 people in fighting overnight, a local official said.
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Top Democratic lawmakers and White House officials agree to disagree on their approaches to the enhanced unemployment benefit and local aid.
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If the GOP decision stands, it will be the first party nominating convention in modern history to be closed to reporters.
