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Lawrence schools closed after area falls in COVID-19 'hot spot'
The district said schools fall into zones designated as coronavirus "hot spots" and require a full closing for 14 days, under Gov. Cuomo's new regulations.
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Lynbrook police chief: I will not be a 'mask Kaiser'
The head of the village police department was responding to a complaint about officers not wearing masks during interactions with the public.
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Next Biden-Trump debate now uncertain as rival camps argue
It's unclear when or how the next debates would proceed, or whether voters would even get to see the two men running for the White House on the same stage again before Election Day.
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Former Islanders players react to 17-year sentence for ex-financial adviser
U.S. Judge Joseph Bianco told defendant Phil Kenner that he was imposing the sentence because Kenner had harassed and threatened his victims even after he was arrested and convicted. Read more
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Island Trees' appeal to overturn Section VIII decision fails
Island Trees School Board President Mike Rich Jr. called the outcome "disappointing" and said that the school district would not pursue another appeal at this time.
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'Haunted' river canoe tour set for Halloween
The family-friendly event offers an alternative to trick-or-treating.
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The threat of right-wing extremism
For years, an ugly underbelly of resistance to authority has festered in America. On Thursday, it was thrust into the ...
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Newsday's editorial board and columnists rate the VP debate
Members of Newsday’s editorial board chatted live and rated the VP debate between candidates Kamala Harris and Mike Pence.
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Chiusano: Jim Dwyer, a NYC scribe and mentor to many
He was a voice for New York, through its ups and downs, right and wrong.
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The ABCs of IDAs on Long Island
They are maligned and misunderstood, but their economic impact in our region is clear.
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Long-running Hudson Valley jack-o'-lantern display comes to LI
More than 7,000 hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns will create sculptures symbolizing Long Island. Read more
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Get to know LI's most exciting food trucks
Food trucks have hit the big time on Long Island.
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Popular LI apple festival returns as a drive-through experience
You'll find vendors, treats and, of course, apples at this year's fest.
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Paint your own ceramic Halloween tree at these events
You don't have to wait until the holiday season to decorate a tree.
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Fall deals at East End hotels and inns this season
Here are some East End hotels that are taking precautions to keep guests safe and are only a short trip from home.
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Immersive drive-through haunted house comes to LI
Get spooked without leaving your car.
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Plan your perfect fall day on the East End: 40+ activities
Choose your own activities for an ideal day, from corn mazes to wine tastings.
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'Spooky Fest' offers family-friendly Halloween weekends
Families can travel creepy or not-so-spooky paths.
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Michigan governor links Trump to foiled kidnapping plot
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer argued in a speech hours after arrests were announced that Trump's words had been a "rallying cry" for extremists.
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American poet, LI native Louise Glück wins Nobel literature prize
The Nobel Prize for literature has been awarded to American poet Louise Glück, who grew up on Long Island and attended George W. Hewlett High School.
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Next Biden-Trump debate now uncertain as rival camps argue
It's unclear when or how the next debates would proceed, or whether voters would even get to see the two men running for the White House on the same stage again before Election Day.
