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Only in NewsdaySome see through-running as way to end mad dash for trains at Penn

Proponents say it could boost train capacity and efficiency at Penn, making for a more orderly flow of trains and fewer last-minute stampedes to track level.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMore LIRR, Long Island traffic and transportation news

Only in NewsdayLI village's 9/11 death toll one of the highest

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Islip boat yard fire ... Babylon 9/11 memorial ... Tax cap override Credit: Newsday

Islip boat yard fire ... Babylon 9/11 memorial ... Tax cap override Credit: Newsday

Mad dash to the tracks ... Garden City 9/11 memorial ... Sun & Surf Club, Labor Day weekend ... Local weather forecast

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Labor Day at 2 Atlantic Beach clubs features grateful members after tornado and fundraiser in remembrance

Burger chain opens 2nd LI outpost inside mall

Remembering 9/11

9/11 poll finds most surveyed changed forever by attacks

The poll found that a quarter of respondents report mental problems or trauma connected to 9/11 — 26% in New York City and 22% on Long Island.

Only in NewsdayMore than a thousand 9/11 victims remain unidentified. New tech may finally bring closure.

Only in NewsdayTown to unveil memorial honoring 9/11's later victims

The longest ride home: How a group of reporters made it back to NY after Giants played at Denver on Sept. 10, 2001

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Top 25 LI girls tennis players for fall 2026

Worker killed at trucking facility in Hicksville

Lake Ronkonkoma man charged in stabbing death of his father

Back-to-school block party supports Haitian community amid ICE fears

LI-raised Natalie Portman welcomes third child

Only in NewsdayCraig Carton's new podcast on OutKick: The same but very different from WFAN show

Out East: The Milk Pail U-pick apple farm in Water Mill

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Fear for Salvadoran TPS holders who will soon not be protected from U.S. removal

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It's your last chance to book an LI 'bumper boat'

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East End farm stands report thefts, threatening decades-old honor systems

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Little Free Libraries are a big deal

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Sayville Falls Miniature Golf and Beer Garden offers more than you might think

Out East: North Fork Foodie Tour

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Being Muslim on LI, after 9/11 and now: Stories of hatred and healing

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Trendy Bites: Dom's Famous Chicken Fingers

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LI Works: Shucking oysters and hauling fish at a local seafood market

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NFL season preview

Season PreviewRock: John Harbaugh, Aaron Glenn have same goal . . . but different challenges

Big Blue has bought into first-year coach's philosophy; Gang Green hoping to see forward progress with their second-year coach.

Season Preview1st-&-Harbaugh: How far can Giants go with new coach?

Season PreviewAaron Glenn and the 2026 Jets are playing to win the games

Tom Rock's NFL power rankings: Who gets the No. 1 spot?

Things to do

From under-the-radar to kid-friendly, hike these LI nature trails this fall

Long Island's trails feature wildlife encounters, panoramic views and kid-friendly adventures this fall.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPrivate motor boat experience lets you take in LI's coastline LI beaches with lifeguards after Labor Day Beach hop with savory stops along LI's coastal bike path

Fire Island in fall: Fewer crowds, better rates

25 Broadway shows for half price: 2-for-1 tickets now on sale

36 fall concerts you won't want to miss

San Gennaro turns 100, more NYC fall fests not to miss

16 hidden restaurants worth seeking out on LI

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Islip boat yard fire ... Babylon 9/11 memorial ... Tax cap override Credit: Newsday

Islip boat yard fire ... Babylon 9/11 memorial ... Tax cap override Credit: Newsday

Mad dash to the tracks ... Garden City 9/11 memorial ... Sun & Surf Club, Labor Day weekend ... Local weather forecast

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Long Islanders Favorites

Only in NewsdayLI street takeovers: Age-old rebellion turbocharged by social media

For generations, Long Island has had illegal street racing and car culture.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC15 charged, cars impounded after LI street takeover Street takeovers creating dangerous conditions for drivers, spectators and law enforcement: police 9 arrested, 12 vehicles seized at illegal street racing event in East Farmingdale

Only in NewsdayMom-and-pop bagel stores rule LI. So why is this chain catching on?

When LI beach bars, amusement parks close for the season

Extreme weather, flooding and more ticks on LI, scientists say, as warming will exceed limit

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

VOICESReaders' reflections on 9/11

LIers share thoughts on the terror attack and its impact on their lives

VOICESLong Islanders remember September 11

LETTERSSchools must grade caring just like they do academics

LETTERSSplashing through so many years of backyard joy

Out East: The Milk Pail U-pick apple farm in Water Mill

03:05

Fear for Salvadoran TPS holders who will soon not be protected from U.S. removal

03:19

It's your last chance to book an LI 'bumper boat'

01:17

East End farm stands report thefts, threatening decades-old honor systems

03:00

Little Free Libraries are a big deal

02:29

Sayville Falls Miniature Golf and Beer Garden offers more than you might think

Out East: North Fork Foodie Tour

02:58

Being Muslim on LI, after 9/11 and now: Stories of hatred and healing

02:42

Trendy Bites: Dom's Famous Chicken Fingers

01:08

LI Works: Shucking oysters and hauling fish at a local seafood market

02:18

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayMany local governments in NYS, LI plan to bust 2% property tax cap

On Long Island, a total of 75 cities, towns, villages and fire and school districts said they planned to override their tax levy cap in fiscal 2026.

MORE ON THIS TOPICIslip Town expected to pierce tax cap again, comptroller says LI town prepares to pierce next year's tax cap

30,000 baby oysters replanted in effort to restore Great South Bay

A true Holocaust drama: LI woman shares dad's diary

Only in NewsdayTPS will end for Salvadorans on LI and nationwide on Wednesday

Town offers $1.95M to seize museum property

First woman president of Stony Brook University dies at 92

Nation / World

Trump wants voters to pretend he's on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride

President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday.

US Coast Guard joins Bahamas search for missing plane carrying 4 family members heading to Florida

What to know about Canada’s escalating trade war with the U.S. as Carney retaliates with tariffs

China's Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New York

Thieves steal 4 Renoir paintings from French Riviera museum, 2 still missing

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Rubin: What version of Judge can we expect when he returns to Yankees' lineup?

The Yankees activated Aaron Judge from the 60-day IL Monday night; having him back will help down the stretch, but the important thing is to have him right for the postseason.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC5 important Yankees for home stretch of regular season

Barnes: Waiving Darius Slayton could be risky gamble for Giants

Albanese: Tong shows off his resilience and fight in return to Mets

Analysis5 important Yankees for home stretch of regular season

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesEx-fire medic got $500G to settle claims that 2 department officers raped her

Newsday obtained the agreement that resolved the Wantagh Fire Department case.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNassau judge orders Long Island fire district to release settlement of lawsuit alleging sexual assault Ex-fire medic settles lawsuit that alleged 2 top-ranking officers raped her

Newsday InvestigatesHow can NUMC be fixed? Here are 5 things it could do to improve its finances.

Newsday InvestigatesLI has the nation's longest wait times for public housing

Only in NewsdayA man spent 23 years in prison before his murder conviction was tossed. Nassau paid him $10M.

Where to find cider doughnuts at LI farm stands

A $22 BEC, a 'paper fish' and more of the best things we ate last month

Only in NewsdayAmbitious LI sushi spot closes after short stint

First in NewsdayBethenny Frankel's Supermodel Café is closing

High School Sports

Roundup: Early-season soccer, field hockey and volleyball scores

Notable scores from the start of the Long Island fall sports season.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Remember Howard Stern's talk show from 1990?

Fall for 12 new books by Jodi Picoult, Ed Burns, others

Tony Danza still packs a punch as a singer and actor

Fall theater preview: 12 Broadway must-see shows

The Suffolk to host stars from 'Twin Peaks'

Norah O'Donnell returning to 'CBS Mornings'

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