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	A rally and supply drive on Tuesday will be held at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow in support of Israel, as Long Islanders with ties to the nation are still reeling from this weekend&#39;s attack by Hamas. NewsdayTV&#39;s Steve Langford reports.
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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

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'

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'

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The region's waters were a common means of escape from slavery, in addition to land-based networks of the Underground Railroad.

Enslaved people used LI waterways as pathway to freedom

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A former tug boat captain, he knew how to lend a helping hand, his wife said.

John Miro recalled as 'a great man with a great reputation'

The rallies, organized by a coalition of groups, were the first of four this weekend with additional protests Sunday in Huntington and Riverhead.

Hundreds march in Hempstead, Brentwood to protest ICE on Long Island

For two days, gamers at the annual LI Tabletop Gaming Expo play games, attend panels and workshops and compete in tournaments.

Thousands battle each other at everything from D&D and Catan to a 'live dungeon' at expo

The owner of Jay's Furniture and Mattress said no one in the store was hurt, but police declined comment on the incident.

SUV slams into Hempstead storefront; no injuries reported

Nearly two dozen illegal guns were found hidden in a basement closet during a probation check, Suffolk police said.

Man arrested after guns found behind 'false wall' in Lindenhurst home, police say

The craters on LI roadways sent frustrated motorists to the shoulder to assess damage — most notably on the Sunken Meadow Parkway.

Potholes on Sunken Meadow, across LI blow tires, strand drivers

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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'

Long Island is bracing for a snowstorm that could drop up to 14 inches, starting early Sunday and followed by a mix of sleet through the evening. NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen has the forecast.

LI preps for 'dangerous cold,' snow

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., had strong ties to Long Island as he made several visits in the 1960s. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We're marching in his memory'

Two months after Manuel Hernández Zelada disappeared after being arrested by ICE, his family has found him, in a federal facility in New Mexico.

Family reconnects with ICE detainee after judge intervenes

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'

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'

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Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez visits Rocco's Tacos in Huntington Station to learn about their all-you-can-eat tacos deal.

Tacos and more all-you-can-eat deals on LI

Long Beach wrestler Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez finished off a phenomenal five-year varsity career by winning his third state title, this time in the 118-pound class at the Division I tournament.

Dunia caps career with 3rd state title

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visited La Roma Pastry Shop in Oakdale to see how pastries are made for St. Joseph's Day.

Making pastries for St. Joseph's Day

Fires in West Hempsted and Copaigue Wednesday night forced the occupants of two homes to flee.

Fires at 2 LI homes in one night

A police chase down Dogwood Avenue in Farmingville led to the arrest of Gerald Matzen, of Mastic Beach, who is charged with drug possession, leaving the scene of an accident and reckless endangerment, officials said.

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The SCPD commissioner says the department does "not get involved in immigration enforcement ever, period." NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

ICE using Suffolk police parking lots across precincts

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits The Rainbow Rolls in Center Moriches to try its chocolate ice cream taco.

Trendy bites: Chocolate ice cream taco

Rex Heuermann is set to stand trial in September for seven killings he allegedly committed between 1993 and 2010. Newsday Suffolk County courts reporter Grant Parpan explains.

Accused Gilgo killer contacted sex workers hundreds of times, DA says

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland takes a look back at the case of Steven Damman, who went missing in East Meadow on Oct. 31, 1955.

One of the oldest missing child cases in U.S. history remains open, Nassau police say

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed shows us a cozy unique restaurant in Speonk with a long history.

Out East: All aboard for this unique cafe in Speonk

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg Sarra and Matt Lindsay recap all the state wrestling action from Albany this past weekend, plus Jared Valluzzi has the ice hockey championship results from Binghamton.

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