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The funeral for Farmingdale High School band director Gina Pelletiere was held at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church on Thursday, with hundreds in attendance. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'What happens to little Joseph now?'

Nassau Republicans could try and gain a super majority in the Nassau Legislature. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday's Political Reporter Candice Ferrette report.

Four long-time Legislators have decided not to run for re-election on the Nassau County Legislature.

The funeral is being held in Massapequa Park at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

Watch live: Funeral for Farmingdale High School marching band director Gina Pellettiere

St. Kilian Parish in Farmingdale was packed on Wednesday as Beatrice "Bea" Ferrari was laid to rest following her tragic death in a high school bus crash. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

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The Massapequa Park architect, who appears to have a new hairstyle, told the judge he's spending 2 to 3 hours a day reviewing the evidence against him while in jail. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

Gilgo killings suspect Rex Heuermann back in court

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Four longtime incumbents are stepping down, leaving the largest number of open seats on the panel in more than 20 years.

Power balance at stake in Nassau Legislature election

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Seat belts have become common in large charter buses such as the one involved in the Sept. 21 fatal crash involving Farmingdale High School band members. All large buses for hire built after November 2016 must have lap-and-shoulder seat belts.

Seat belts are common on motor coaches, but passengers aren't required to use them

Since 2007, the Long Island Latino Teachers Association has given out awards geared at helping to add diversity to the educator workforce.

Latino teachers group awards scholarships to future teachers of color

The National Institute on Drug Abuse has found that many individuals who develop substance abuse issues have also been diagnosed with mental health disorders.

New LI center will help people treat substance abuse and mental health, officials say

Lauren Pazienza, 28, pleaded guilty to manslaughter after fatally shoving Barbara Gustern, 87, to the ground.

Former Port Jefferson woman gets 8½ years in death of vocal coach

D'Esposito (R-Island Park) appeared next to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) Friday during a news conference to urge passage of legislation to avert a government shutdown.

D'Esposito plays upfront role beside McCarthy in shutdown fight

"When we talk about a government shutdown, there's a lot of talk about Washington, but it affects real people here on Long Island," said the leader of the region's largest business group.

Federal shutdown would leave workers in financial limbo, could mean LI airport delays

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Beatrice Ferrari is being laid to rest at St. Kilian in Farmingdale following her tragic death last week in a high school bus crash.

Watch live: Funeral for Beatrice Ferrari, Farmingdale band chaperone and retired teacher

Jennifer Nelson, the Shirley mother charged with intentionally running over a 15-year-old student almost a year ago, was found not guilty on attempted murder and assault, but was found guilty of leaving the scene of a crime. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

 'This has been a lot on me, my son'

The nonprofit group The Basic Six offers free makeup sessions with six easy steps for cancer survivors.

'Our goal is to help every woman going through cancer'

Family, friends, and community members showed came together in honor of Beatrice Ferrari on Monday. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports. 

Heavy hearts on a gray, rainy day

Beatrice Ferrari and Gina Pellettiere were honored at a Farmingdale church and a Copiague band competition Sunday. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'We're just keeping Farmingdale in our thoughts'

Nassau Community College and Hofstra University have two very different perspectives when it comes to the proposed Las Vegas Sands casino project at the Nassau Coliseum site. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday political reporter Candice Ferrette look into their stances.

Nassau colleges split over Las Vegas Sands casino project

Volunteer counselors from Farmingdale and neighboring school districts will provide support at a crisis center at Howitt Middle School over the weekend following the Farmingdale High School bus crash. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Farmingdale community in mourning after fatal bus crash

With current Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone term-limited, someone new will be in the seat next year. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday political reporter Vera Chinese discuss the race to determine Bellone's successor on November's ballot.

It's Ed Romaine vs. Dave Calone for Suffolk County executive

Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo talked to Long Island Rail Road riders who have been affected by the 1,800 monthly delays the LIRR has averaged since March.

LIRR riders frustrated with recent delays

Students and staff at Farmingdale High School prepared for an emotional day Friday, following the death of the Farmingdale High School director of bands and a retired social studies teacher in a bus crash in Orange County on Thursday. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Farmingdale H.S. student: 'I feel like it's going to be silent all day'

When Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers' season ended with an Achilles injury after just four plays, a debate was reignited on Long Island: Should local teams be using artificial turf or grass? NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

Aaron Rodgers' injury rekindles turf vs. grass debate on LI

Jennifer Nelson took the witness stand in her own defense at Riverhead criminal court. Nelson is accused of running over a 15-year-old boy twice, allegedly in retaliation for taking part in a robbery and assault of her son. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'Had she known she had hit someone she would have called the police'

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