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Some Long Island women spoke about their desire to become a Catholic deacon, stating that they meet all the requirements, except for not being a man. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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Israeli and Thai officials say remains that militants in Gaza handed to Israel were those of a Thai agricultural worker killed during the attack that started the war two years ago.

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Former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry says God set him free when he was pardoned by President Donald Trump.

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Michael Schudrich is scheduled to lecture Saturday at the Hampton Synagogue.

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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 Town of Smithtown has approved plans for a Raising Cane's restaurant to open in Commack, replacing a former McDonald's on Vanderbilt Parkway.

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Republican Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is expected to announce a gubernatorial run as soon as Tuesday, sources say. NewsdayTV's Jill Wagner reports.

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A solemn ceremony was held at the American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale where veterans were honored and roses were blessed and flown to the Statue of Liberty. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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