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Analysis: LI had 45 times fewer COVID-19 cases last week than in beginning of January
Weekly case totals now range from five or fewer cases per 100,000 people in Glen Cove, East Hampton, Shelter Island and Southold, to 25 cases per 100,000 in Babylon.
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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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De Blasio sets ticker-tape parade for pandemic heroes
"We promised the heroes who led the fight against #COVID19 a celebration like our city had never seen," de Blasio tweeted as he unveiled the plan for a "Hometown Heroes Parade" at a City Hall news conference.
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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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Nassau DA: Woman posed as immigration attorney
A Ronkonkoma woman is facing felony charges after Nassau prosecutors said on Tuesday that she posed as an immigration attorney and stole more than $30,000 from undocumented immigrants looking for legal help.
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NYPD: West Babylon man charged in fatal shooting
Robert Johnson, 26, faces charges of murder, assault and criminal possession of a firearm for the killing of a Brooklyn man Thursday in Manhattan, the NYPD says.
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NATO leaders declare China a global security challenge
NATO leaders targeted China in a strongly worded warning, declaring the nation is trying to undermine world order and is working on nuclear missile development at a worrisome pace.
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Forecast: Scattered showers, thunderstorms at night
Rain and thunderstorms are forecast through late Tuesday morning before skies begin to clear and 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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Share your favorite Derek Jeter memory for our upcoming magazine
Newsday is honoring Derek Jeter for his induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame with an exclusive commemorative magazine on July 25 – and we want you to be a part of it.
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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.
Tracking the coronavirus
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Cuomo: NY 'doing well' on virus measures, will return to full state fair
The state continued to slide down from a high 7.94% positivity on a weekly average in early January to 0.41% for the last seven-day period — the lowest level so far for that metric through the pandemic.
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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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A year later, LIers still have lasting effects from COVID-19
Scientists are unsure what is causing the lingering symptoms, how to prevent and treat them, why some people get them and others don't, and how long the effects may last.
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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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More teaching about racism needed, students tell board
The meeting followed an unruly forum earlier in the 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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Tropical spots on LI that'll make you feel like you're on vacation
Tiki bars, beach huts and more.
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$800M grant program for small businesses now open
Applications are being accepted for $800 million in state grants to help the smallest businesses recover from the pandemic – and the money may not be taxed by Albany.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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Massapequa home on deep-water canal lists for $874,900
Built in 1908, the home was recently updated with porcelain flooring in the kitchen and dining room.
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What's the outlook for school in September? Get insight from LI educators.
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