On Thursday, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and the American Cancer Society announced "a reimagining" of the annual Making Strides for Breast Cancer Walk at Jones Beach. The Oct. 18 event will be a "drive through experience," with attendees encouraged to decorate their cars with pink. 


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The nonprofit paid for renovations to the Massapequa home of former NYPD officer William Meurer, who was severely injured on the job in 1994 and later diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.

'Now he has every option'

Ed Born, a WWII veteran, had a 100th birthday celebration parade in his Hicksville neighborhood. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie has more.

'Didn't do anything more than any other serviceman would do'

Relatives of Manuel Hernández Zelada said their concerns are exacerbated by the fact that he suffers from mental health issues and needs medical care.

'He's in a vulnerable condition'

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.

'Empowered to use our voice'

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The facility, on Jericho Turnpike, has been operating as a caterer since the 1950s, according to the suit filed in state Supreme Court.

Jericho banquet hall sues Oyster Bay over denied catering permit

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At least 1.6 million people living in the U.S. lost their immigration status under a Trump order this year.

What to know about Trump's crackdown on immigration programs

A pedestrian was killed in Uniondale; a woman died in a four-car collision in Coram, police said.

Police: 2 killed in separate crashes Saturday on LI

Recent investigations conducted by World War II historians and researchers suggest some "missing" sailors from the USS Turner disaster may be buried at Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn.

LI cemetery may have intermingled remains of WWII Navy destroyer victims

Temperatures will gradually warm up starting Tuesday, when highs will be in the 40s, forecasters said.

Forecast: Below-average temperatures through Monday with chance of light weekend snow

Only 43.5% of test-takers reached Level 5, the state's highest academic level, in the 2024-25 school year. That marked a drop of nearly 10 percentage points from the prior year.

Fewer LI students get top scores on English Regents exam. What's driving the decline?

You can have the business — though not the rented real estate — for about $350,000, said George Miglis, who runs the Hicksville market with his wife, Chrystalla.

For sale: New Bakaliko, full of imported gustatory treasure from Greece

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Investigators said a dryer might be to blame for the fire at a North Bellmore home Monday.

Firefighters injured, family displaced

A few fifth graders started playing football on Thanksgiving back in 1965 and now it's become a family tradtion. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It just became a thing'

Business owners are assessing the damage after fire tore through two eateries in Franklin Square Sunday evening,

About 200 firefighters responded to the blaze

More than a dozen volunteers, including some who have won barbecue competitions, smoked hundreds of turkeys as part of an effort to prepare about 5,000 Thanksgiving meals. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'We like helping out any way we can'

Island Harvest food bank typically helps 240,000 people across Long Island each year. But this year the need is greater. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's a great feeling and it kicks off our holiday season'

An fire at a Laurel Hollow home displaced three residents and brought 200 firefighters to the scene, officials said.

Fire damages Laurel Hollow home

Residents who live near the Nassau-Queens border, as well as several victorious GOP politicians, discussed Zohran Mamdani's win. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I think it's going to be a strange four years'

The Long Island Horsemen's Association invited horse owners to Sunday's annual fall festival to show off their horsemanship and help raise funds for the 550-acre Muttontown Preserve. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'You don't get a lot of places like this'

New York State Attorney General Letitia James and the New York Civil Liberties Union had filed lawsuits challenging the county's ban on transgender athletes. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

2 lawsuits tossed out

The Lustgarten Foundation held its 25th annual fundraising walk for pancreatic cancer research at Jones Beach Sunday. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Hopefully they'll find a cure someday'

At least three units were destroyed after a fire broke out in an apartment complex in Hempstead on Monday, authorities said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Fire displaces at least a dozen residents

President Donald Trump visited LI for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black on Friday, with supporters and protesters lining the streets of Farmingdale. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Protests and counterprotests as Trump visits Ryder Cup

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us to the Custer Institute and Observatory in Southold for an up close look at the stars.

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After 44 years, the Oak Chalet Restaurant in Bellmore closed its doors. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed talked to Gisela Wedel and her family about their restaurant.

One of LI's oldest German restaurants closes

The Giants held their final media availability of the 2025 season on Monday where they talked about their search for a new head coach and what they expect out of next season.

Giants clean out their lockers after a disappointing 4-win season

A Three Kings Day event took place at the Knights of Columbus in Brentwood on Sunday. The celebration provided a warm, welcoming environment in a time of uncertainty, according to some attendees. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Three Kings Day celebrated on LI

Long Islanders Newsday spoke with said what they are trying to accomplish with their resolution for 2026. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Long Islanders' 2026 New Year's resolutions 

In his inaugural address, Mamdani said that today "begins a new era" for New York City.

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as NYC mayor

Long Island's top federal prosecutor said ICE will no longer hold detainees more than 12 hours or overnight at the facility. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Immigration groups urge judge to keep scrutiny on ICE holding cells in Central Islip

Paws of War rescued dogs from an illegal puppy mill in Tennessee. The animals are now going to forever homes of veterans. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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Travel reporter Carissa Kellman experiences the luxurious perks at local hotels with no check-in required.

Daycation: You don't have to spend the night to enjoy these amenities at nearby hotels

John Sterbens is a volunteer with Splashes of Hope, in Huntington. He says the organization's mission is to brighten the world through art.

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