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The winter plan would prioritize keeping schools open, particularly for kindergartners through eighth graders. Cuomo also said there was no practical impact to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling against certain pandemic restrictions on religious services.
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The high court temporarily barred the state from enforcing capacity limits at houses of worship in "red" and "orange" zones.
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With the Thanksgiving holiday here, health experts worry a negative result may give people a false sense of security during the coronavirus pandemic.
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The former United States senator from New York had been hospitalized since Nov. 20 after testing positive for the coronavirus.
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Bagpipes skirled and drums boomed as officers Joseph Murphy of Nassau County and Christopher Wells of Suffolk County left the hospital in wheelchairs.
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Local officials say the parkway is in dire need of modifications given its antiquated design and history of deadly crashes.
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Long Islanders who haven't traveled, gone to the movies or out to clubs and bars may spend the extra money they've saved on gifts this holiday season, experts say.
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Long Islanders who spoke to Newsday last week from Eisenhower Park in East Meadow said in the spirit of Thanksgiving, they're focusing on the positives in their lives.
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Even with double-digits declines in air, train and road travel, there are still hundreds of thousands in the region forecast to defy public health guidelines and travel, officials say.
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The alleged ringleader would recruit women using social media and websites and require them to engage in daily sex work, Suffolk DA Timothy Sini said.
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Farms on Long Island, such as Kerber's Farm in Huntington, have seen an increase in sales this year during the pandemic and ahead of Thanksgiving. Newsday's Steve Langford has the story.
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Kids who email or drop their letters to Santa in red and green mailboxes located at seven Nassau County parks will receive a correspondence called a "Santa-Gram."
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Officials say a family will rent out the house on the parcel while the village assesses when and if to develop a municipal lot for which it bonded $3.2 million.
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One man was stabbed to death and four others were injured while people were leaving a Brentwood house party early Thursday, authorities said.
Editors' Picks
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Thanksgiving looks different this year. Bring the family together, near or far, with these 50 fun talking prompts.
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Sellers can run into trouble by overpricing their homes or not negotiating for extra time before the closing, real estate agents say.
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If you're not cooking, these spots are serving socially distanced meals or offering takeout dinners to eat at home.
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The heroes around us
On Thanksgiving, remember all of COVID-19's essential workers.
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Do your part to curb the spread of COVID-19
Use caution on Thanksgiving.
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Thoughts on the great over-thinker, Barack Obama
What if, instead of being thoughtful, Obama had been more forceful?
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Joe Biden appeals for unity in Thanksgiving-eve address
With COVID-19 cases surging nationwide, Biden called on Americans to take precautions to try to stem the tide of the virus, by wearing masks and practicing social distancing. Read more
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Biden's pre-Thanksgiving speech evoked faith in Americans' ability to unite to confront crises. Trump urged Pennsylvania GOP lawmakers to help "turn the election over."
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Trump is refusing to concede, even though Pennsylvania certified Biden as the winner in the state and as the formal transition process has begun.
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This is Biden's first substantive offering of how he'll shift from Trump-era "America First" policies by relying on experts from the Democratic establishment to be some of his most important advisers.
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Families across Long Island are altering their usual Thanksgiving routines.
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They're inspired by Native American ingredients, featuring ice cream flavors like sweet corn and maple-butternut squash.
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The "12 Nights of Christmas Lights" experience runs through Dec. 20.
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Thinking about adopting a pet? These Long Island shelter dogs are looking for forever homes.
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Even after a huge Thanksgiving dinner, there's always room for dessert. Here are some tasty treats to cap off your holiday feast.
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Take a digital detox at these outdoor spots that offer peace and quiet.
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The event will take place at Long Island Sports Park in Calverton.
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The event also includes lunch, tickets to kiddie rides and a socially-distanced photo with Santa.
