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New York opioids trial set to go before a jury in Suffolk
Opening arguments are scheduled to begin this coming week in a class action lawsuit filed by Nassau, Suffolk and New York Attorney General Letitia James that accuses pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors of fueling the opioid epidemic that has claimed thousands of lives on Long Island in the past decade.
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NY: COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record low
The figures for virus-related deaths and illness also continued to trend downward, state officials said.
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'Deep fire' slowing rescue effort at collapsed Florida condo
A "very deep fire" hampered rescue efforts Saturday at the collapsed oceanfront condominium tower near Miami where authorities are racing to recover any survivors beneath a mountain of rubble, officials said.
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Meet 129 of LI's 2021 salutatorians
They’re filmmakers, black belt martial artists, and more. Meet Long Island's high school salutatorians.
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5 questions for the Islanders entering NHL offseason
Who stays? Who goes? What happens with the expansion draft? Andrew Gross answers those questions and more.
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New poke, bubble tea spot opens in Hicksville
Create your own poke bowl, or try one of the juicy teas swimming with mango or citrus.
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Nassau shuts 3 beaches because of bacteria levels
For up-to-date recorded information on beach openings and closings, call 516-227-9700.
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Generations meet in the pages of 'What Do You Do With a Chance?'
The outreach program was tweaked for safety's sake: A recording of seniors reading a book for kids was made into a video to be shown to Setauket sixth graders.
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Police: Driving instructor committed lewd act during lesson
A 16-year-old girl reported the incident after a lesson on Tuesday, Suffolk police said.
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United Way, other nonprofits reaching LIers through stimulus funding
The agencies benefited from the CARES Act last year and the American Rescue Plan this year — with money being funneled through local or state government into various programs.
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Democratic socialist scores stunning win in Buffalo primary
Progressives cheer India Walton's victory as analysts note that many factors other than socialism were at play in the contest.
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Nassau Democrats nominate Kaminsky for DA
State Sen. Todd Kaminsky will run to replace Madeline Singas who left to become a state appellate court judge. County Republicans will nominate a candidate for district attorney soon, a party spokesman said.
Tracking the coronavirus
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Data: About 3 of 4 LI adults have gotten one dose of COVID-19 vaccine
More than 1.7 million Long Island adults have now received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to New York State Health Department data, which shows Long Island far surpassing both statewide and national vaccination rates.
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Newsday analysis: About 80% of LI students learning 'on-site'
The analysis, based on data from the state's COVID-19 report card, found that 329,724 students in the Island's 124 districts were doing in-person learning in mid-June.
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Masks? Hugs? Cakes? What to know about going back to the office
As Long Islanders stream back to the workplace, pandemic anxieties linger: Should masks be mandated? Can co-workers shake hands or (gasp!) hug? What will become of celebratory cakes?
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What should I know about the delta variant?
Viruses constantly mutate, and most changes aren't concerning. But there is a worry that some variants might evolve enough to be more contagious, cause more severe illness or evade the protection that vaccines provide.
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Retirement community files for bankruptcy again
Among the largest creditors of the Amsterdam at Harborside are 33 families of deceased residents, who are seeking more than $20 million.
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PSEG running 'out-of-date' software on 'antiquated' hardware, report says
A new task force report says PSEG's use of an older outage computer system is a setback as this year's storm season gets under way.
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East End, Fire Island: Fourth of July getaways to take this holiday
It's officially summer and it's time to celebrate with fireworks, getaways and more Long Island fun.
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Long Island restaurants with luxe outdoor patios
Fine dining restaurants are sprucing up their outdoor spaces for the summer.
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Splash parks on LI to visit this summer
Cool off and splish splash at Long Island's water parks.
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40 dinosaurs invade Tanger Outlets Deer Park through July 11
While the exhibit dinosaurs are massive, they aren't meant to be scary.
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LI drive-in movie, concert schedule for the summer
Drive-in movies and concerts are springing up around Long Island again this season.
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Selfie studio opens on LI with 15 themed photo stations
Snap a selfie in a vintage VW bus, in front of '90s-themed lockers or at a "bagel shop."
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Where to go clamming, crabbing on Long Island
Clams, crabs and other shellfish rank high on the list of seafood delights Long Islanders enjoy.
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Freeport sports complex offers traveling outdoor parties
The turf finds its way to you. Well, sort of.
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What to know about the return of the Jones Beach fireworks show
The show returns to Jones Beach this holiday, but you don't have to watch from the sand.
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Afraid for their elders. Tired of stereotypes. Young Asian Americans speak up.
With the rise of violence toward Asians, many said they felt compelled to act. So they marched in their communities. Some learned their family history. Others raised funds to channel their anger and frustration into something they saw as more productive.
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Muttontown equestrian estate asks $7.3 million
The house was commissioned in 1934 by wealthy financier Otto Kahn, owner of Oheka Castle in Huntington, as a wedding gift for his son Roger Wolfe Kahn and wife Edith.
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Forecast: Cloudy and muggy, isolated showers possible
Highs should be in the upper 70s today but the heat and humidity will start to increase this weekend, heradling the start of a heat wave, the National Weather Service said.
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Valley Stream family seeks return of pooch snatched from porch
The theft, caught on a Ring doorbell camera, has left the pup's owner distraught and desperately seeking the public's help.
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Sheriff's Office: Correction officer killed in crash
Candice Ogiejko, 25, of Port Jefferson Station, was "one its newest" correction officers and had just completed her second year on the job, the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office said.
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More than just the beach: What to do beyond the surf and sand at 5 LI locales
Grab a towel and some sunblock, and follow the sound of the waves.
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Marine surprises brother at high school graduation
A U.S. Marine surprised his brother at a Long Beach High School graduation ceremony.
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Should we still be wearing masks? LI’s county health commissioners discuss.
Posted June 23, 2021
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