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New York should shed masks, Curran says
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran on Friday called on New York State to adopt the latest CDC's guidelines that vaccinated residents can generally stop using masks.
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Manhasset superintendent on leave for remainder of year
An independent investigator found Vincent Butera violated district sexual harassment policy with unsolicited hugs and too-frequent visits to a subordinate's classroom, leading to student walkouts and teacher protests demanding his ouster.
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Excelsior Pass a hot ticket — if you can get one from the state
While some Long Islanders easily have obtained a COVID-19 Excelsior Pass with a few clicks online, others said they can't get one even though they've completed the vaccine process several weeks or months ago.
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Why Sayville may be LI's next 'it' restaurant destination
There's a foodie vibe in Sayville these days with new places to eat and drink — from brisket nachos to oat-milk soft serve.
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Police: Motorcyclist hurt in collision with state trooper
The motorcylist was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and the trooper was uninjured, State Police said.
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Reward offered for arrest in soccer field vandalism
Police said more than $38,000 in damage has been done to the facility, including multiple light poles knocked over, since December.
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ID theft in New York surged 85% in 2020, DiNapoli says
COVID-19 aid programs gave identity thieves new targets of opportunity in 2020. As the rate of ID theft crime has risen, arrests and convictions have declined, the report said,
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This Harvard grad from Brentwood co-stars in new Angelina Jolie thriller
Medina Senghore has a degree in chemical engineering, a law degree from Harvard University, a master of fine arts degree from The Juilliard School and now stars opposite Jolie in "Those Who Wish Me Dead," out today.
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Police: Employee refuses to pay would-be robber, chases him off
Police said the man who attempted to rob a Ralph's Italian Ices location was located a short time later and arrested.
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Witness: Couple agreed to talk to police after Thomas Valva's death
Suffolk Det. Norberto Flores made the assertions during a pre-trial hearing to help a judge determine whether video surveillance and other evidence in the murder case against Michael Valva and Angela Pollina will be admissible at their trial.
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LI renters, homeowners can get free housing help
Nonprofit groups will offer free counseling, information about grants and forbearance programs.
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$4.7B plan to bring Metro-North to Penn Station revived
The MTA plan involving the Manhattan hub, which already hosts the LIRR, Amtrak, New Jersey Transit, and six subway lines, was put on hold for the last year because of COVID-19-related funding shortfalls.
Tracking the coronavirus
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LI health commissioners tout COVID-19 vaccine safety
At a Newsday Live webinar Friday, county health commissioners Dr. Lawrence E. Eisenstein and Dr. Gregson H. Pigott addressed the hesitancy of some to get vaccinated.
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COVID-19 vaccinations for kids ages 12 to 15 begin on LI
Long Island kicked into high gear Thursday with COVID-19 vaccinations for the newest eligible group — children ages 12 to 15.
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Star power behind NY's economic recovery ads
Billy Joel, Robert De Niro and Whoopi Goldberg narrate NY's new TV ads, which will air statewide for a month.
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Cops: CVS worker stole vaccine cards from Levittown store
Nassau police found the worker in possession eight pre-filled vaccination cards and 54 blank vaccination cards he intended to sell to unvaccinated friends, Commissioner Patrick Ryder says.
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Q&A: What the new mask guidance means to you
The CDC's move left many questions about enforcement and specific situations. Experts weigh in with some answers.
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Businesses, workers must deal with vaccine etiquette
Asking customers about their vaccination status can go either way, offending some, but also offering a comforting option for those who only want to patronize businesses with vaccination protocols, a business lawyer said.
Long Islanders' Favorites
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LI to start receiving $841M in federal stimulus funds
Nassau County is set to receive $385 million and Suffolk County, $286.8 million, according to the U.S. Treasury Department.
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New Asian takeout spot opens in Huntington
The spot is devoted to egg noodles, zucchini noodles or rice flash-cooked with pulled pork, or steak or chicken, or shrimp and bacon.
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Police: Off-duty NYPD cop killed in LIE crash
Police said the single-vehicle crash occurred just west of Exit 53 and involved a 30-year-old off-duty NYPD officer from Hicksville who had been on the force since 2015.
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Your summer guide to Jones Beach: Know before you go
Here's a guide to fun beyond the beach at one of the nation's premier public recreational facilities.
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5 new LI breweries to check out this spring
From Sand City's new tasting room in Lindenhurst, to a tiny new brewery in Massapequa Park, these spots are paving the way toward brighter times.
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Teen clothing boutique opens in Wantagh
The shop also carries toys and accessories for children.
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Take a foodie tour of the North Fork this season
Stop and smell the lavender or pick up a fresh fruit pie--you can spend an entire afternoon making pit stops on the North Fork.
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LI partyboat cruises for sightseeing, live entertainment
Go to a live music jam on the water or take a sunset cruise.
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LI drive-in movie, concert schedule for the spring and summer
Drive-in movies and concerts are springing up around Long Island again this season.
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10-plus campsites to visit on LI
Starry nights and fun-filled days await you at these camp grounds.
