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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said that starting immediately, failing to wear a mask in affected ZIP codes will subject the violator to a fine if the person refuses to do so when offered by a city enforcement agent.
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The protection applies to renters who have struggled to pay rent because they're experiencing a financial hardship related to COVID-19.
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New research shows 52% of adults under 30 are living with their parents, rates not seen since the Great Depression. This is up from 47% in February, before the coronavirus stay-at-home orders.
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Four things to watch for in tonight's presidential debate
The Supreme Court opening, COVID-19 and election integrity are expected to be key topics.
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The poll, conducted Sept. 14-22, found Biden leading Trump by 53.2% to 41.9%. Among suburban voters, Biden led by 52.3% to 42.8%.
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Babylon adding cameras to some garbage pick-up stops
The photos will provide evidence in disputes over dumpster collections at commercial businesses, saving the town time and manpower to investigate claims, officials said.
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Your party can enjoy an 18-course tasting menu.
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Officials in the Port Washington village changed zoning codes that will allow the owner of Grumman Studios in Bethpage to add a 50-foot tall sister facility at the former Publishers Clearing House site.
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About a dozen demonstrators gathered outside the Hempstead school district offices to demand promised laptops and other equipment.
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Four Long Islanders talk about their hopes as the U.S. marks National Hispanic Heritage Month.
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The menu draws from the cuisines of the Philippines and El Salvador, the birthplaces of the two owners.
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The predominantly minority communities have driven down infection rates that were the Island’s highest at the peak of the pandemic. Experts say it is one of the most successful turnarounds in the United States.
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In "The Meaning of Mariah Carey," the Grammy Award winner writes about her sometimes turbulent life growing up on Long Island.
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Suffolk investigators trying to unravel the mystery of the Gilgo Beach killings have been unable to identify them or potential suspects using the emerging technique known as genetic genealogy.
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There's a sigh of relief among athletes and coaches, though into their face masks.
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COVID has canceled traditional car shows, but that hasn't stopped gearheads from running their engines.
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Trump's lack of candor taxes nation
To set the record straight, he should release a definitive tax statement.
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Filler: America is at its best when it's good
The architects of our national government didn’t believe in mythically kind and wise voters, or at least many of them didn’t.
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Clavin should help Nassau County
He has a responsiblity to aid Nassau, which has helped residents in his town.
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Don't be timid in face of racism
Reader letters to Newsday about standing up to racism, wearing masks in public and more.
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The near-complete dearth of commercial bus tours this year means that leaf-gazers will have all those mesmerizingly magnificent back roads largely to themselves.
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New attractions include drive-through and drive-in haunts.
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No need to give up roasted corn, perfect pumpkins or encounters with friendly ghosts this fall.
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You can still toast the fall season — from a safe distance or even virtually.
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Comfort is key as folks head back to the workplace after quarantine.
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Get spooked without leaving your car.
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Kayaks offer a waterside view of fall foliage.
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The event encourages shopping local — and dressing as your favorite witch.
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Kentucky's attorney general has agreed to release the recordings of the secret grand jury proceeding that considered charges against three officers involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor.
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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange would have to be "almost dying" to get out of arguably the most notorious prison in the United States if convicted of espionage charges and sent there, the court at London's Old Bailey heard Tuesday.
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The company is holding its annual Prime Day over two days in October this year, after the pandemic forced it to postpone the sales event from July.
