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Christmas Day rescue: Police save LI boy, 8, from icy pond
The boy was playing on an icy pond at an East Patchogue apartment complex when he fell through and couldn't get out.
'They are our family': School staff moves quickly to save LI boy's life
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'Tis the season for the NewsdayTV Holiday Show! The NewsdayTV team looks at the most wonderful time of the year and the traditions that make it special on LI.
Family foundation: McGrath siblings always there for each other
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Lottery ticket worth $13.9M sold on LI, NY lottery announces
Up to 8 inches of snow possible Friday into Saturday
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LI village sends church to court over Christmas tree fundraiser
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Merry Knicksmas! Huge rally leads win over Cavs
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Growing up on LI quiz: Take the 2nd annual nostalgia test
When it comes to pumping your own gas, Huntington remains a holdout. Here's why.
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Police: Driver killed in 1-vehicle crash on Northern State
Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering
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Hospital rankings: What to know about them and why they matter
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LI village urges town for fair share of preservation money
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With a little help, holiday lights rise on cue at cancer patients' homes
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Watch how fast a Christmas tree fire can spread
Gillen-D'Esposito rematch looms in Nassau
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Office building near MacArthur Airport trades hands for $13 million
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Student loan borrowers in default could have their wages garnished starting in 2026: Here's what to know
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Giants fans hoping for a loss? Yes, but it's complicated
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Mariah Carey to receive $92G over dismissed 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' lawsuit
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What's up on LI: Holiday light shows, Dinosaur Carnival and more
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50 years since Springsteen brought 'Santa' to LI
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'We always prayed and we wished they would have a cure'
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Out East: Nettie's Country Bakery in Center Moriches
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NewsdayTV's holiday movie preview
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'These are conditions that no person should be held under'
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'Tis the season for holiday traditions in Manorville
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Port Washington community rallies around deported bagel store worker
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Newsday food writers talk best Chinese restaurants
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Long Islanders feeling the impact of rising beef prices
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LI's best Chinese restaurants of the year
4 LI towns hosting NYE ball drops
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Keep the kids busy with these 5 holiday break camps
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Montauk in the offseason: Experience 'The End' like a local
'It's gonna be Golden': Meet Rumi from 'KPop Demon Hunters' at LI event
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'Tis the season for the NewsdayTV Holiday Show! The NewsdayTV team looks at the most wonderful time of the year and the traditions that make it special on LI.
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What's up on LI: Holiday light shows, Dinosaur Carnival and more
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50 years since Springsteen brought 'Santa' to LI
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'We always prayed and we wished they would have a cure'
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Out East: Nettie's Country Bakery in Center Moriches
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NewsdayTV's holiday movie preview
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'These are conditions that no person should be held under'
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'Tis the season for holiday traditions in Manorville
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Port Washington community rallies around deported bagel store worker
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Newsday food writers talk best Chinese restaurants
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Long Islanders feeling the impact of rising beef prices
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'No tax on tips' and Long Island: What to know about Trump policy as it takes effect
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2 types of holiday bark snacks sold by Aldi recalled
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WWII veteran from LI celebrates 100th birthday 'like a hero'
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Shinnecock Nation sues Hochul, James over 'illegal' easement of Sunrise Highway
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New Subaru dealership headed to LI village, with tax incentive help
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$1.2M grant to go toward upgrades at Quogue Wildlife Refuge
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New storm hitting waterlogged Southern California could cause more flooding and mudslides
Another powerful storm system that could cause more flooding and mudslides is rolling across Southern California.
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Trump warns against infiltration by a 'bad Santa,' defends coal in jovial Christmas calls with kids
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Brazilian ex-President Jair Bolsonaro undergoes double hernia surgery
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Son of former Bangladesh prime minister returns after 17 years in exile with a chance to lead
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Mohammad Bakri, renowned and controversial Palestinian actor and filmmaker, dies at 72
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Popper: Brunson, Anunoby expected back, but Knicks can't get pushed around
Knicks need an answer for physical play, and complaining to the referees isn't it.
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3 takeaways for the Islanders heading into the holiday break
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Rock: Giants need to embrace Dart's style of play
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Jets QB Cook still has something to prove in otherwise lost season
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$200G earners rise 51% in LI towns and cities as police salaries grow
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LI police still using force against Black people at disproportionate rates, 5 years after reforms
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Explore the data: Racial disparities in police use of force persist
LI's best new restaurants of 2025
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Carey High's James McGrath has siblings' support after losing parents
After Carey High School senior James McGrath Jr. lost both of his parents by age 11, he relied on his older brother and two sisters to help guide him through life.
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