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Only in NewsdayBlakeman courts influencers, Hochul taps Mamdani as social strategies diverge in governor's race

Whether influencers are paid is largely based on the word of campaigns and influencers.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island Voters Guide 2026: NYS, Nassau and Suffolk county elections Takeaways from the Hochul-Blakeman debate Blakeman and Hochul trade barbs on subway safety just days before early voting begins

Only in NewsdayHere are five supervisor elections to watch on LI

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Taxes, gas prices among range of issues cited by LI voters as they cast early ballots

Ex-NYPD detective charged in fatal GWB shooting free on bail

After 3 years of hesitating, LI woman, 86, conquers her fear and gets treated for cancer

LI Votes 2026

LI congressional districts seen as key battlegrounds

Congressional leaders and other politicians from both sides of the aisle flock to the Island.

Early voting is underway. See who's on the ballot and when, where to vote.

Here's how to use Long Island's new voting machines

How to register to vote and cast ballots in the Nov. 3 election and in early voting

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LI municipality plans for 4% hotel tax

Only in NewsdayA military school that was 'Disneyland.' With Oheka Castle auction, alums hope to save its history.

New York's archdiocese and survivors of clergy abuse agree to $800 million legal settlement

Commercial building in Huntington Station burns down

Top local chefs raise money to fight hunger on LI

4 charged in August armed robbery in Syosset, NCPD says

Rubin: Red Storm may have weakness at center, but Rick Pitino has workaround

Boland: Yankees fans deserved more than 'see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil'

Only in Newsday'Large number' of home expansion, reno permits in this Nassau hamlet

State awards Suffolk Landbank $4.8M for factory-built homes

Liberty seeks water rate hikes of $21-$28 a month for some Nassau customers

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LI Works: Explore the dark side of the Force with Ken

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Anti-South Asian rhetoric surging on some social media platforms, report says

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Out East: Critterville in Riverhead

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Working Moms: Making mom friends

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Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Chance encounter turns into viral video

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Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

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A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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Things to do

3 cheap flights to book from MacArthur Airport now

Take advantage of low-cost flights from Long Island for a memorable November getaway.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNever been to MacArthur Airport? Things every Long Islander should know.MacArthur's direct route to paradise: Discover Florida's hidden gem 17 nonstop destinations to visit from MacArthur Airport

Only in NewsdayLI dance team set to open for the Rockettes

Looking for Pokémon or sports trading cards? This new store has them all.

LI's 'Euro-trip': 3 stops inspired by Denmark, Italy & Spain

Only in NewsdayPopular village sweet shop will open new LI cafe

Mariah Carey's holiday pop-up bar returns to NYC

Halloween and fall travel

A legendary fall getaway: Spend the day in this spooky town

Just 90 minutes from Long Island lies a charming town that's home to one of America's most famous ghost stories.

MORE ON THIS TOPICJoin the herd on a cozy (and fluffy) NYS alpaca farm getaway Explore this small-town upstate gem for a peak fall getaway Spend the night on a historic LI farm with a bakery

Best spots to go pumpkin picking on LI

Scary good Halloween events on LI, all month long

8 must-try sweet treats for fall

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Newsday InvestigatesNassau 'ignored' a dangerous intersection. Now it could be on the hook for tens of millions.

Experts say the case highlights how a failure to improve roadways can leave taxpayers liable for damages and legal bills.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island's dangerous roads: Complete coverage See the most dangerous roads in your neighborhood

Only in NewsdayBoom in nicotine pouches prompts debate: Do they help smokers cut back?

LIers share what Apu's return to 'The Simpsons' means for South Asian TV representation

Newsday InvestigatesLI surgeon at center of alleged staged accident cases recants, blames former colleagues in court filings

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements so far

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why as endorsements are published throughout October.

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion's pick for New York State governor

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion's 2026 Nassau County Legislature election endorsements

EDITORIALSEndorsements reflect mission to inform

Liberty seeks water rate hikes of $21-$28 a month for some Nassau customers

01:48

LI Works: Explore the dark side of the Force with Ken

02:38

Anti-South Asian rhetoric surging on some social media platforms, report says

02:08

Out East: Critterville in Riverhead

02:41

Working Moms: Making mom friends

02:16

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Chance encounter turns into viral video

02:01

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

01:49

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

01:42

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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More Long Island

LI couple sues realtor, saying saleswoman inadvertently texted them discriminatory note

According to the suit, the couple was about to view the home on June 20 when they received a text from the salesperson that she'd apparently intended for one of the unit's owners.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island Divided: Read Newsday's 2019 undercover investigation

These LI women of a certain age are saying 'Enough with cooking!'

First in NewsdayTransformation of former Broadway Mall wins key town approvals

Ex-Farmingdale State College professor charged with sexually abusing student

Fired co-director of Cinema Arts Centre to meet with board chair next week

Feral cat in Nassau found to have rabies, the second case in the county this year

Nation / World

Blanche says Trump isn't trying to meddle with Alaska election results by suing over Senate race

Attorney General Todd Blanche is defending the Trump administration's lawsuit to block certification of Alaska's Senate results if incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan loses the race.

Police in Florida are seeking information and videos after a shooting injured 12 at football game

Venezuela's opposition leader Machado returns after months in exile, as doubts over democracy deepen

Brazil faces a tense Lula vs Bolsonaro runoff with U.S. influence over Latin America at stake

Ukraine disputes Elon Musk's claim that its military violated Starlink's terms of service

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

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

Sports

What to watch in Sunday's Jets-Dolphins game

Jets look to make it back-to-back home wins as they face the winless Dolphins.

What to watch in Sunday's Giants-Texans game

Boland: Yankees fans deserved more than 'see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil'

Gross: Isles' coach Pete DeBoer returns to Dallas, a stop on his long journey

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesNassau 'ignored' a dangerous intersection. Now it could be on the hook for tens of millions.

Experts say the case highlights how a failure to improve roadways can leave taxpayers liable for damages and legal bills.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island's dangerous roads: Complete coverage See the most dangerous roads in your neighborhood

Newsday InvestigatesMore than 130 LI nonprofit employees made over $1M. Search the database.

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Long Island Restaurant Week deals start at $25

Neighborhood slice shop closing after 8 years

LI sports bar opens 'more elevated' 2nd location

Only in NewsdayLI village restaurant closes after 40 years; will reopen as Italian seafood eatery

High School Sports

William C. Bryant wins on coach Vincenzo Donato's birthday to remain unbeaten

Bryant won 12-6 in PSAL 2A to improve to 5-0 on the season.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBryant High School vs. Transit Tech photos

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Remembering top 'SCTV' moments with show's biggest stars

Only in NewsdayWhy these 'ACOTAR' fans on LI can't wait for the latest book

Why we still love 'Lucy' after 75 years

Spooky destinations to visit straight out of the movies

'Salty, Not Sweet' is Florence Fabricant's love letter to food

TCM to show Eva Marie Saint marathon

It's no joke juggling comedy and a day job on LI

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