Moustache Brewing Co. owners Matthew and Lauri Spitz were able to start their dream business in Riverhead thanks to the crowdfunding website Kickstarter.

 


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In March 2023, the Island's unemployment rate was 3.1%, well below the rate reported last month, according to state figures. 

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The case of Theresa Sexton's son Terry Long, who was shot and killed nearly two years ago, has gone unsolved. On Tuesday at the Suffolk County Police Department's media room in Yaphank, Sexton asked the public to help find justice for her son's killing. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

'Help them bring the people to justice'

The New York Rise, Long Island's new professional softball team, will play its first game on June 19. Newsday's Matt Lindsay reports.

'This dream is kind of a reality now'

Food and dining services stopped on the Nassau Community College campus on April 16. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

'Bring back the food for our kids at Nassau'

Opening statements began Monday in the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump.

'It's a case as to bookkeeping'

An old rotary phone was unveiled at the Suffolk County Environmental Center in Islip on Sunday for grieving people to "call" their loved ones "on the wind." NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'I just said I love you. I miss you.'

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Incidents reported to county police departments jumped nearly 20% from 2022 to 2023.

Shoplifting spikes on LI as retailers lock up items, reduce self-checkout

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Like many little girls, a young Kristi Yamaguchi loved playing with Barbie.

Olympian Kristi Yamaguchi is 'tickled pink' to inspire a Barbie doll

After years of attempts to ban the Chinese-owned app, including by former President Donald Trump, a measure to outlaw the popular video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way to President Biden for his signature.

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

The Senate has passed legislation that would force TikTok's China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat of a ban, a contentious move by U.S. lawmakers that's expected to face legal challenges and disrupt the lives of content creators who rely on the short-form video app for income.

Senate passes bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature

U.S. health officials say samples of pasteurized milk have tested positive for remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows.

Remnants of bird flu virus found in pasteurized milk, FDA says

Tesla's first-quarter net income plummeted 55%, but its stock price surged in after-hours trading Tuesday as the company said it would accelerate production of new, more affordable vehicles.

Tesla 1Q profit falls 55%, but stock jumps as company moves to speed production of cheaper vehicles

Cyberattacks on businesses are rising, including small businesses.

Cyberattacks are on the rise, and that includes small businesses. Here's what to know

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Aldi and other discounters' growth is being helped by a growing number of consumers in search of savings amid elevated grocery prices, retail experts said.

Bethpage, Lake Ronkonkoma, other LI spots to get an Aldi

New York filed a federal lawsuit against Citibank after scammers wiped out some customer accounts. NewsdayTV's Chris Kahn reports.

Bank transfer fraud spikes

According to bankruptcy court filings, Rite Aid plans to close 53 more drugstores, including four on Long Island.

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Home insurance prices are going up this year, especially on LI. We could see an increase anywhere from 10% to 30%. Newsday's business reporter Jonathan LaMantia reports.

Home insurance prices are going up

The Target will occupy the former Sears in the Lake Success Shopping Center in New Hyde Park.

LI's newest Target to open in April

Raising Cane's would go on the site of the recently demolished Chateau Briand Caterers in Carle Place, making it one of four planned Long Island locations for the chain.

Fast-casual chicken chain plans Carle Place entrée

A dealer of vintage cars in Farmingdale is steering customers to the classics while adapting to the times.

Candy store for classic cars

Courses in artificial intelligence at Farmingdale State College will start in the fall, making the school the first in the SUNY system to offer a bachelor's degree in AI.

A 1st for SUNY: Bachelor's in AI coming to Farmingdale

"I was in shock," said Merrick resident John Patti about possibly losing access to longtime doctors. But on Tuesday, there was relief, as UnitedHealthcare and Mount Sinai reached a contract agreement.

Patients relieved

To prevent bitter buyers, a more than 20-year-old law is getting a refresh. The Property Condition Disclosure Act makes home sellers fill out an official form detailing any issues with the property. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'If I knew then what I know now there's no way I would buy this home' 

As Sam Ash Music Stores commemorates 100 years in business, the Hicksville-based chain announced it's closing nearly 20 shops, including one in Huntington Station.

20 Sam Ash Music stores closing, including one on LI

Wall Street employees saw their bonus pay drop 2% to $176,500, on average, as securities firms adopted "a more cautious approach to compensation", NewsdayTV Business reporter James T. Madore reports.

Bonus pay was $176,500 on average last year

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