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Diocese of Rockville Centre's $323M bankruptcy settlement with sex abuse survivors officially approved

The settlement is one of the largest in the United States for Catholic dioceses in bankruptcy because of the clergy sex abuse scandal.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI Catholic parishes prepare to make payments toward $323M clergy sex abuse settlement Clergy sex abuse survivors to get payments from diocese settlement in 2025

UnitedHealth executive fatally shot in NYC on investor day

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LI native pleads guilty to $25M sports betting fraud scheme charges2m read

Only in NewsdayNassau drops red-light camera ticket fees that appellate court ruled illegal3m read

LI teen advances to 'The Voice' finals1m read

LI insurance executives charged with defrauding clients of $250M, DA says1m read

First 2 cannabis shops in Riverhead launch openings2m read

Only in NewsdayMother of teen who fell off sailboat and died sues NUMC chairman, wife3m read

Top 100 LI boys basketball players for this season16m read

Smithtown man charged in fatal hit-and-run

Smoke report brings firefighters to extended care facility in Long Beach

'The View' co-host lists Hamptons home for nearly $11 million1m read

Rain, possible snow expected tonight1m read

NYC coffee chain opens first LI location2m read

'We will miss you forever': Omer Neutra, Israeli-American soldier from LI, remembered at memorial service3m read

Trump TransitionLatest news on the presidential transition

Latest UpdatesBillionaire who performed the first private spacewalk is Trump's pick to lead NASA Trump selects a former soldier and Iraq War veteran to serve as Army secretary Trump hires Peter Navarro as White House adviser

Fewer people shopped during Thanksgiving holiday weekend, national survey says

Giving back by giving blood, academic scholarship2m read

Only in NewsdayFarmingdale apartment complex for low-income seniors to be sold to for-profit developer2m read

Spend the day in NYC and meet Santa, go ice skating 2m read

Suffolk's red-light camera program comes to an end

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Trying Yemeni coffee in Westbury

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Third graders host salad party with food they grew in class

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All aboard for a visit to the St. James Model Railroad Club

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LI motorcycle group holds annual toy run

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Long Island educators collecting both salaries and pensions'

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Firefighter Billy Moon's widow talks kidney donation

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New state law will ban pet stores from selling dogs, cats and rabbits

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Oh, what fun! Magic of Lights returns to Jones Beach

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Bayport man thankful for the gift of life

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Things to do

A 'Christmas Story' tradition: How a classic film shapes LIers' holidays

Long Islanders cherish "A Christmas Story" as part of their holiday traditions.

MORE ON THIS TOPICYour guide to holiday celebrations on LI: Christmas tree and menorah lightings, festivals and more

Mystic, Connecticut in the offseason: A true Hallmark movie destination

Where to take photos with Santa this season13m read

'Tis the season to give back: One-time volunteer opportunities to join5m read

Your guide to indoor places to play, game and more

Skin care craze has tweens flocking to Sephora. But what is safe?5m read

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Police to auction more than 80 vehicles Saturday, starting at $500 each

The vehicles include a 2016 BMW 328i, a 2015 Lexus CT, a 2020 Jaguar F-PACE and a 2019 Kawasaki Z125.

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in NewsdayTrump potential pardons could include notable Long Islanders7m read

10 LI restaurants you'll find in Florida 8m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYDemocrats can embrace reality, or they can lose again

After a tumultuous and dramatic election, it’s easy to lose sight of some of the...

COMMENTARYTrump v. the ocean2m read

RANDI F. MARSHALLOmer Neutra, a face of hope, courage2m read

EDITORIALSHeed NIFA's budget advice2m read

Suffolk's red-light camera program comes to an end

01:46

Trying Yemeni coffee in Westbury

02:35

Third graders host salad party with food they grew in class

01:37

All aboard for a visit to the St. James Model Railroad Club

02:09

LI motorcycle group holds annual toy run

01:42

Long Island educators collecting both salaries and pensions'

02:41

Firefighter Billy Moon's widow talks kidney donation

01:52

New state law will ban pet stores from selling dogs, cats and rabbits

02:02

Oh, what fun! Magic of Lights returns to Jones Beach

01:48

Bayport man thankful for the gift of life

02:33

More Long Island

$13.7M sewer project completed in downtown Central Islip

Officials see it as a key step toward developing a vibrant downtown. "It's amazing what sewers can do," said the executive director of the Central Islip Civic Council.

LI housing: New federal loan limits provide boost for luxury market3m read

New boardwalk attraction? A primary care center2m read

Montauk resort Gurney's closing for renovation1m read

$5M treated wastewater project proposed for Bergen Point Golf Course2m read

First in Newsday15-bedroom LI estate sells for record $21 million3m read

Dermatology practice to pay $15G fine for denying procedure for HIV-infected patient1m read

Nation / World

Biden administration backs off proposed overhaul of apprenticeship programs

President's Biden administration has withdrawn a proposed overhaul of workplace apprenticeship programs after fielding a variety of objections.

Mexican troops seize a record fentanyl haul days after Trump threatened tariffs2m read

Toddler fatally shot after his 7-year-old brother finds a gun in the family's truck

Conditions in abandoned mine are too dangerous for crew searching for Pennsylvania woman3m read

A list of mispronounced words provides a retrospective of 2024, from Kamala to Chappell2m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Bobby Flay

Sports

Lock to start at QB for Giants vs. Saints

Lock gets his second straight start; Tommy DeVito (forearm) is "trending in the right direction," Brian Daboll says.

Top 100 LI boys basketball players for this season16m read

Barker: Knicks running smooth at tourney time3m read

Isles force OT, but lose to Canadiens on Suzuki's goal2m read

Investigations

Only in NewsdayMore than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976, investigation finds

The Newsday investigation also found neither Nassau nor Suffolk county police departments staff cold-case units.

MORE ON THIS TOPICAccused LI serial killer faces possibility of new charges as investigators comb for links to more victims Suffolk DA creates cold case unit to review unsolved homicides, death investigations Gilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

Newsday InvestigationFatal Stakes: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

Only in NewsdayBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades

Newsday InvestigationLost licenses, fines: NYS penalizes LI real estate agents named in Newsday fair housing probe

Where to eat at Roosevelt Field mall4m read

Legendary Italian restaurant to close after 64 years1m read

Long Island's best pies of 2024

Long Island's best pizza of 2024

High School Sports

Sayville earns Rutgers Trophy after winning Suffolk III title

"This is a testament to all the hard work by our players and our coaching staff," Sayville coach Reade Sands said.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRutgers Trophy winners

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Watch nextLI's documentary, explore our immersive map and share your experiences on this threat the region faces.

Entertainment

'The Order': Don't miss this gripping crime thriller1m read

What to see at this year's Hamptons Doc Fest1m read

Holiday music preview: Darlene Love, Mariah Carey, more5m read

'Moana 2': Sequel is worthy follow-up1m read

Here's what happens on the 'Blue Bloods' series finale1m read

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