Scott Vaaler of Long Beach set up motion-activated sprinklers to catch trespassers who cut across his property. Last summer, his surveillance cameras caught dozens of people in the act and Vaaler recently made a compilation of the footage and posted it online, where it was viewed thousands of times.


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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.

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Two people suffered minor injuries in the Monday morning crash, police said.

Police: Man, 76, killed in 3-car crash in Woodmere

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The Deer Park doctor is accused of copying and pasting 43 virtually identical surgical reports over a four-year period.

Records: Surgeon blames NUMC procedures for alleged copied-and-pasted surgical reports

Heidy Zelaya Almendarez, 24, allegedly left the scene in a light-colored sedan after hitting Octavio De Jesus Espinal Sime, 76, according to Nassau police.

Police: Wyandanch woman charged in alleged fatal hit-and-run

The married couple from East Meadow were fired from the NYPD for refusing to answer questions about a fire at their home, records show.

Married NYPD cops from LI fired for refusing to answer questions about blaze at their home

Deal would terminate if ongoing probes find irregularities in the bidding process.

DiNapoli signs off on LIPA contract with PSEG, with conditions

Forecasters said temperatures are expected to drop into the 20s overnight Monday, with a high of 32 degrees Tuesday.

Sharp drop in LI temperatures expected into New Year's holiday

Police said initial indications are speed and wet road surfaces were contributing factors.

Police ID Merrick man killed in Southern State crash

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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.

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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.

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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

Hundreds of people attended the candlelight vigil in Lindenhurst Monday evening for Edeedson Cine Jr., who was fatally stabbed while working at CVS on Christmas.

Vigil held for slain CVS worker

Dozens gathered in cold and rainy weather in Central Islip to protest alleged ICE detention conditions at the federal courthouse. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Protesters rally against ICE detention conditions in Central Islip 

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed speaks to local wineries on the best sparkling wines for your midnight champagne toast.

Out East: Local champagnes for the new year

Some tips and tricks if you're planning on reveling in Times Square this New Year's Eve.

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Beginning next month, MetroCards will be a thing of the past and the cost of LIRR tickets will rise. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has more.

MTA fare and toll hikes coming in 2026

After Carey High School senior James McGrath Jr. lost both of his parents by age 11, he relied on his older brother and two sisters to help guide him through life.

Carey High's James McGrath has siblings' support after losing parents

The federal "no tax on tips" policy allows workers who typically receive tips to receive up to a $25,000 tax deduction for certain gratuities until 2028.

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Laney McGowan died after a long and courageous battle with Dravet syndrome, a severe form of genetic epilepsy. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We always prayed and we wished they would have a cure'

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