The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers discussed on Thursday the agency’s most updated plan to build a massive, mile-long surge barrier near the Throgs Neck Bridge, which would help prevent flooding into New York City from the north.


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A team of NASA engineers is studying the Apollo Lunar Module on display at the Cradle of Aviation in Uniondale in preparation of America's next moon landing.

'It's an incredible engineering triumph'

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

'ICE out of Hempstead'

Law enforcement sources say one suspect is in custody in connection with fatal stabbings in Island Park and Valley Stream.

Man in custody in connection with fatal stabbings in Nassau

A rehearsal was held on Monday at the United Methodist Church of Hempstead for an upcoming gospel concert that will raise funds for local social justice movements.

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The signature navy blue fighter jets flew low above Melville and Farmingdale as they arrived for the FourLeaf Airshow at Jones Beach.

Navy's Blue Angels wow crowd at Republic Airport

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The opposing views are contained in sentencing memos files ahead of the former Nassau County executive resentencing on July 22.

Edward Mangano deserves 12-year sentence, feds say; but defense lawyer argues he's a 'changed man'

The North Massapequa resident had a thirst for knowledge and a passion for life, her mentors said. She was killed in her home on Monday, authorities said.

Stony Brook geology doctoral student dies at 25

One company had double the number of service calls on Tuesday, ahead of the start of the hot weather.

LI air conditioner repair workers busy as dangerous heat bakes region

No one was seriously injured, though the store on Sunrise Highway was evacuated, said Michael Uttaro, Nassau County's chief fire marshal.

Home Depot chemical spill in Nassau sickens 13

The National Weather Service has warned of extreme heat last through Saturday night.

How to stay safe as heat wave brings extreme temperatures to LI

Nassau's Narcotics Vice Squad arrested the women at massage parlors in Hicksville, Plainview and Jericho, police said.

Nassau police arrest 8 women for allegedly selling sex at massage parlors, police say

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Dina Navid, of Roslyn, said she has been trying to keep in touch with family members in the country, and described the war as "heartbreak." NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'I feel like this is only the start of it'

The use of the armory has put the mayor at odds with advocates who want a written directive keeping ICE away from village property. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Advocates: ICE should be banned from village properties

Fifty people from 25 different countries became citizens at a naturalization ceremony at Paul D. Schreiber High School in Port Washington. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Hope for a better life'

"Their swift action ... prevented even more fatalities," Rebecca Liquori told Newsday outside her Baldwin home Tuesday morning. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Grateful to be alive'

An Oceanside woman has been charged with a DWI in the late-night crash on the Southern State Parkway on Sunday that killed two and injured others.

Oceanside woman charged with DWI in Southern State crash that killed 2

With Hempstead a focal point for ICE raids, many local business owners are barely staying afloat. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger, Doug Geed and Newsday reporter Bart Jones have the story.

'Gonna become a ghost community'

One man and one child were killed by a fire that broke out on Albemarle Avenue in Hempstead early Friday, authorities said.

Early morning fire kills 2 residents

Barbara Waldman was 31 when she was killed at her Oceanside home. Her children were 5, 6 and 7 at the time. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Hey mom ... they found your murderer'

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said the county would take "extraordinary precautions" to make sure the community is safe. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Nassau beefing up security measures

Some Long Islanders enjoyed ice skating on McDonald Pond on Sunday, while others learned about collecting sap from the park's maple trees. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Many years since we've been able to do this'

The Islamic Center of Long Island on Sunday held its 22nd annual Black History Month celebration. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Black history is not a side story'

The new leadership at NUMC is intending to get the hospital on firmer financial ground. Newsday investigative reporter Peter D'Auria has more.

'A flurry of litigation'

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits L'Etoile in Oyster Bay. The French restaurant is in the building that used to be Snouder's Drug Store.

Historic LI building home to new French restaurant

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Signorama in Huntington Station.

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According to investigators, Alison Winter was practicing as a clinical social worker without a license between November 2018 and May 2024. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Criminal charges against Gilgo Beach serial killer's therapist

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a pick-your-own berry and flower farm in Mattituck, Patty's Berries and Bunches.

Out East: Pick-your-own berry farm celebrating 50 years

Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman takes the High Line to Chelsea Market and Pier 57.

Exploring NYC's High Line

All of the violations, records stipulate, were corrected and each of the park's rides passed inspection during a subsequent visit. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky has more.

Adventureland had 65 safety violations since 2023, state records show

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez try oysters, pizza, and ice cream at The Sandbox in Oyster Bay.

The Sandbox brings food trucks to Oyster Bay

Vincent Puleo, who's worked in public office for nearly two decades, terminated the spa's lease following Newsday's reporting. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with Newsday reporters Sandra Peddie and Bahar Ostadan about the story.

Suffolk County official owns strip mall with foot spa tied to alleged sex activity

Magdalyn Abcug, who recently graduated from Longwood High School, alleges the district failed to accommodate her disability when she was a student. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LI student with Tourette syndrome sues district, alleges school staff mocked her, questioned her diagnosis

As we head into summer, NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen looks back at Long Island's hurricane history and prospects for the 2026 season.

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