North Shore Animal League America in Port Washington loaded a truckful of supplies donated by LIers that will be sent to storm-ravaged Louisiana. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.


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Swedish candy's rise in popularity is driven by TikTok, with flavors and textures captivating candy lovers worldwide, making it a staple in stores.

Swedish candy: Where to find it on LI

Hit rewind and relive your '80s and '90s memories of life on the Island.

Growing Up on LI quiz: Millennial edition

Explore our interactive guide to weekend fun, including family-friendly events, concerts, festivals and more.

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Find accessible walking paths in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Stroller, wheelchair-friendly trails to explore

Instead of commercial yeast, the dough relies on Italian-style sourdough.

Top LI pizzeria opens second location

Potassium bromate is a flour "improver" or "conditioner" that helps dough develop the gluten structure it needs to rise.

Top LI pizzerias prep for proposed ban on common ingredient used in dough

Find live music, food, rides, fun, games and more at these events, from May to Labor Day.

Can't-miss LI summer fairs and festivals: The ultimate guide

Kebabs — both grilled and spit-roasted — are the specialty here.

Turkish eatery replaces 6-year-old Greek spot

Newsday's food team eats out every day of the week on Long Island in search of standout meals at a good value.

7 best things we ate on LI recently

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Cava wants to take over the site of what had been Taïm on the west side of Route 110 in East Farmingdale.

Cava seeking to open its 4th restaurant on LI

Restaurants, markets, breweries, vineyards and more combine forces to raise money for charity.

Top LI eateries join forces at 2 benefit galas

The restaurant announced its closure Friday after previously promoting Mother's Day reservations.

Family-run Greek eatery abruptly closes after 30+ years

It's a one-stop shop for pristine seafood, prime beef, fancy produce and more.

NYC-based specialty market opens on LI

The restaurant closed unexpectedly earlier this month.

Popular eatery reopening after license snag

It joins a growing number of upscale Indian restaurants on Long Island.

NYC chef opens upscale eatery in former sports bar

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a very special spot on the island, where you can spend time and reflect.

Out East: Shrine of Our Lady of the Island

Scott Bickard of Bethpage, Fiona McLoughin of Dix Hills and Grace Garvey of Manhattan were among the winners in Sunday's Long Island Marathon at Eisenhower Park. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Long Island Marathon brings out 3,500 runners — and even more fans

More than 200 people marched through the streets of Hempstead Village in an anti-ICE protest. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Anti-ICE rally in Hempstead Village

From painting on the harbor to dining at the hotel, Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman has your guide to visiting Northport's main street.

Main Street staycation: Explore Northport's restaurants, shops and more

Kevin Lenane, a private collector with hundreds of Apple computers, showed off his collection and gave a demonstration at the Long Island Museum. "It allows us to remember our past through an interesting lens," he said.

'50 Years of Apple' celebrated with a massive private collection

Carle Place senior Vincenzo Pisani will be attending SUNY Maritime in the fall to play lacrosse, but his road to college wasn't an easy one after suffering a Grand Mal seizure at age 14.

One teen's inspirational story of perseverance

Former Mets and Yankees pitcher Dwight Gooden appeared at Woods Road Elementary School in North Babylon on Thursday to surprise Joel Buchanan, a fifth-grader who did a project on him.

Gooden meets with LI boy who did a school project on him

Newsday travel reporter Carissa Kellman tours LaGuardia's Chase Sapphire Lounge and Capital One Landing.

Beyond the gate: Caviar cart, arcade room and more at these LaGuardia lounges

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits a recycling facility in Brookhaven and learns how to separate trash from treasure.

LI Works: Ken gets down and dirty at a recycling facility

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Vespa Italian Kitchen & Bar in Ronkonkoma to try their pollo tre colori.

Trendy Bites: Tricolored chicken parm

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Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visited Dario's Pizza in West Hempstead, a slice shop that goes above and beyond.

It's all about the crust at LI slice shop

From 'Stars on Ice' at UBS Arena to Craig Ferguson at The Paramount, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

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'It's something that everybody remembers'

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us "Out East" to visit a few interesting spots.

Out East show: Buffalo Ranch, Schmitt's Family Farm and roadside attractions

'It looks like the Italian flag'

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland looks back at the case against Rex Heuermann through the lens of Newsday photographer James Carbone.

'He would just stare at me'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa and Newsday food writer Andi Berlin do a blind pumpkin pie taste test.

The great pumpkin pie taste test

The Long Island chapter of Mocha Moms hosts monthly events for mothers of color. Newsday's Beth Whitehouse reports.

'Mocha Moms is a sisterhood of women of color'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday family writer Beth Whitehouse have a look at what it costs to shop for a new baby.

Costly arrival: Your new baby

Newsday's Doug Geed shows us some interesting roadside attractions you will see on your drive Out East.

Out East: Oddities and curiosities you'll want to see on your road trip

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits the spot that was once a cornerstone of Long Island life in Calverton. Grumman was the region's top employer and the birthplace of the legendary F-14 Tomcat.

Out East: Where the future took off at Grumman Memorial Park

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