Long Beach Police Commissioner Ronald Walsh spoke at a press conference on Monday announcing heightened police vigilance and patrols during the upcoming Jewish High Holy Days. 


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Wai Law, a marathon runner from Bethpage, is running for Parkinson's research and food insecurity. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'Hopefully one day they understand enough to come up with a cure'

Three children were injured and one was airlifted to the hospital after a BMW crashed into a line of trees on the Southern State Parkway. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Cop: Three kids hurt in Franklin Square crash

The crash involved three vehicles on Sunrise Highway in Lynbrook on Sunday.

Police investigating fatal chain-reaction crash

A 71-year-old man was crossing Newbridge Road when he was hit by an SUV in North Bellmore.

LI man struck and killed crossing road in North Bellmore

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The village would include more than 40 apartments for homeless veterans and provide services such as mental health counseling and job placement, officials said.

Veterans village planned for Island Park, to be built by foundation

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"I know this stuff happens to everybody. But sometimes it's just a little more than it should be," retired FDNY official Stephen Doyle, 57, said of memory problems after working at Ground Zero following 9/11.

For some 9/11 first responders, memories 'are just not there' after toxin exposure

The rainy spring on Long Island provided rich breeding grounds for mosquitoes. The hot, relatively dry summer led mosquitoes and birds to share limited water sources.

Busy LI mosquito season has experts worried about diseases

Here's why delivery rooms even increase staffing during this time in anticipation of more births.

Celebrating the most common birthday in the United States

A sign in front of the Shelter Rock Jewish Center that reads "We Stand With Israel" and "Bring Them Home Now" was defaced last month.

Rabbi vows sign splashed with paint at Jewish center will be replaced

Cool cars and keeping LGBTQ adolescents and teenagers safe in school were the themes of the Rainbow Rides meetup.

Cars and open arms at LGBT Network's Rainbow Rides fundraiser

North Hempstead Building Commissioner John Niewender, who is retiring, has led the department since 2014.

Town officials plan reforms to department with history of controversy

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Disney claims the widower agreed to resolve any disputes through arbitration, in language he approved when signing up for the Disney+ streaming service years earlier. Newsday's Robert Brodsky reports.

'The average person may find them sort of troubling'

The exhibit called "Seeing Differently: A Tactile Art Experience" in Manhasset is created by residents of the Helen Keller National Center. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'I want them to see that anybody can do anything'

The town of Hempstead is taking steps to make sure animals and residents are safe after a stray cat was found with rabies. The Nassau County Health Department will offer a free rabies vaccination clinic at the town animal shelter. 

'Don't naturally approach it, if you do not know it' 

Elmont condo residents have been out of their homes for months after the building was plagued by flooding problems. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'I'm 87, I live nowhere and I have nothing'

Swimmers at Lido Beach were evacuated Monday evening after lifeguards saw a shark, approximately 7 feet long, swimming 25 feet from shore. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Always swim in front of a lifeguard' 

Natalie Murray, known on Instagram as @savagethrower, is set to compete in the United Knife & Axe Throwers World Cup in the U.K. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Wantagh woman to compete in knife and axe throwing world cup

Roxi is being taken care of at the Hempstead Animal Shelter, and an investigation is underway on how she was tied to a light pole on the Southern State Parkway.

'There's a big waitlist'

Officials said there will be stepped-up BWI enforcement on the water over the July Fourth weekend. They also said Long Islanders can expect a safe, fun fireworks display at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Experts: Boaters should ensure safety equipment is on board

The 20-pound lobster's age is calculated by its weight, according to Steve Jordan, of Jordan Lobster Farms.

'We don't want to cook him, we want him to live another 50 years'

Three adults, two children and a dog who lived at the home were being assisted by the American Red Cross, officials said.

More than 60 firefighters battle house fire 

A 12-year-old boy biking in North Bellmore was is in stable condition after being struck as the result of a two-car crash Thursday, police said.

12-year-old recovering after crash

Long Beach city officials say they learned of an attempt to throw another "unauthorized" gathering on the beach, have taken steps to prevent it

'Let them know that they'd be prosecuted'

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