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Fire official: Trash facility blaze has been contained
The "overhaul" process has now begun, which means turning over the debris — including combustibles like bales of cardboard — to ensure there are no hotspots, the fire official said.
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Amityville school district probes racist comment allegedly made by staffer at football game
Community members and representatives of the Central Long Island NAACP branch attended a special Board of Education meeting Wednesday night with the intention of telling members the staffer should be fired.
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'You can almost watch it grow': The promise of a new LI cash crop
Kelp, which can be used as food or fertilizer, is an economic and environmental powerhouse being tested by Long Island's aqua farmers.
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The boozy ice pops you need to try this summer
It was one of the original canned cocktails. Will it lead the spiked ice pop charge?
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Nassau County to young residents: Don't miss out on COVID-19 vaccine
The county is partnering with Northwell Health in aiming to give the shots to 500 high school students, starting Thursday next week.
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Neighbors complain house an illegal homeless shelter, officials say
The house, a former funeral home on Beach Lane in Coram, is occupied by an unknown number of unrelated residents and has undergone renovations without town permits, officials say.
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Law aims to fight workplace illness, empower workers
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has signed a bill requiring firms to take measures to slow the spread of illness and let workers monitor compliance; businesses call it "burdensome."
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'Multiple' people dead in Garden City blaze, fire official says
A Garden City police officer was also treated for smoke inhalation and two firefighters were hurt, the fire official said.
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Nassau GOP: Error caused tax spike for 95-year-old woman
County officials said an oversight caused Ann Mazze to be stripped of two property tax exemptions, boosting her tax bill by more than $5,200
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LI Girl Scout to co-host virtual event featuring Michelle Obama
The Girl Scouts will announce a new "Becoming Me" program with Michelle Obama.
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Mother's Day celebrations on LI, more things to do this weekend
Events, activities, drive-in movies and concerts are popping up around Long Island this season.
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LI's Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley look forward to Broadway's return
Broadway star and Long Island native Seth Rudetsky and his husband, producer James Wesley, discuss their pandemic project, "Stars in the House," and what they are looking forward to when Broadway reopens in September.
Tracking the coronavirus
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When was the last time you saw a dentist? COVID-19 fears take toll on care
Dentists on Long Island said they are seeing the results of that delayed care in more cavities, inflamed gums and other conditions.
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U.S. unemployment claims fall to a pandemic low of 498,000
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 498,000, the lowest point since the viral ...
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Student ambassadors encourage COVID-19 vaccinations
Student ambassadors in Nassau will be encouraging their peers to get the COVID-19 vaccine this month with the goal of vaccinating 500 students per day. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd has more.
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Lawmakers OK minimum staff levels for nursing homes, hospitals
The bills are in response to the critical shortages seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Support grows for IP waiver on virus vaccines; snags remain
France joined the United States on Thursday in supporting an easing of patent and other protections on COVID-19 vaccines that could help poorer countries get more doses and speed the end of the pandemic.
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SBA: PPP has run out of money but outstanding applications will be processed
The federal agency said it would only continue accepting applications from Community Development Financial Institutions that serve poor neighborhoods, not banks.
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These 4 moms work with their daughters on the front lines
"We got through it together," one daughter said of working with her mom. "She’s really been my rock mentally. We were always really close, but this year brought us closer."
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Suffolk police investigate alleged misconduct in promotion process
Commissioner Geraldine Hart confirmed the investigation in response to Newsday's questions about apparently selective distribution of information that could help a sergeant correctly answer questions during an interview with the department's brass.
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New arcade with 40-plus pinball machines opens in LI mall
A 29-year-old opened the arcade with pinball machines from the last 50 years.
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Trump ruling outs Facebook
Clear rules must guide online actions.
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O'Reilly: The GOP reckoning with Liz Cheney
A political death warrant from a party that no longer cares about the truth
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Filler: Tempering addiction with humor
The 'Dopey' podcast also offers help and connection at a time of deeper need.
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A cherry blossom festival blooms in Greenport
The self-guided event includes cherry blossom-themed drinks and small bites from local eateries.
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11 LI eateries offering Mother's Day specials
This year, celebrate Mother's Day at a restaurant with an open-air garden, porch or deck.
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LI lighthouses you can visit, cruises to take this season
Climb the towers or snap a selfie--these beacons are a big part of LI's history.
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Baby, wedding shower gift ideas from LI shops
Shower season is in full swing.
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Discover all the fun LI state parks have to offer
Explore some of the best LI state parks.
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LI winery and brewery tours by trolley, bus and bicycle
Buses and trolleys are ready to transport you to Long Island's breweries and wineries for a day of tastings--or you can take a group pedaling.
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Memorial Day weekend getaways on LI: Montauk, Fire Island more
Soak up the sun on a Fire Island beach or charter a boat in Montauk, there are plenty of fun things to do this season on Long Island.
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LI parks great for bike riding: Mileage, trails and more
Get a handle on the best parks to go biking this season.
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Pregnancy & COVID-19 vaccines: LI doctors answer your questions
Posted May 5, 2021
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