The FBI said that the remains found in a Florida park on Wednesday are those of Brian Laundrie, the person of interest in Blue Point native Gabby Petito's homicide. The attorney for the Laundrie family said more information is expected Friday. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.


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After 19 months, the Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue, the last major commercial duck farm on Long Island, reopened with new generation of birds.

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Mohammad Salman Hamdani, a Muslim 23-year-old NYPD cadet and paramedic living in Queens, was the subject of a police wanted poster until his remains were found at Ground Zero. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger has more.

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Sayville Falls Miniature Golf and Beer Garden offers family-friendly activities, gazebos with TVs for rent and food that changes with the seasons. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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Tucked away behind a nondescript dirt path in Sayville lies Loughlin Vineyard, once part of the summer estate of John E. Roosevelt -Teddy's cousin. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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The budget calls for no layoffs or cuts in programs, but it pierces the allowable tax cap of 2.68%. The town last pierced the tax cap in 2017, town spokeswoman Christine Geed said.

Huntington's 2027 budget would hike taxes 18%

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Suffolk County police said John Anderson was driving a 2003 Mitsubishi truck northbound on Hawkins Avenue when "he apparently suffered a medical emergency" and struck a tree.

LI man, 85, killed after striking tree following likely medical episode

Detectives had responded to a home invasion at the house two weeks ago, confiscating about 1,000 pounds of marijuana, police said.

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Long Island's nonprofit hospitals took $4.8 billion in property value off tax rolls, denying municipalities millions in taxes.

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Overlook Beach will be home to the cultural celebration hosted by the Association of Indians in America - New York.

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According to court papers, the drug ring operated throughout Long Island, generating at least $2.1 million in criminal proceeds.

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No cost estimates are available yet as to how much the county may commit to creating a new museum.

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The Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park in Manorville has a new alligator enclosure to go along with their existing reptile experiences. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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This morning, Long Islanders were able to see the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Here was the view from Bethpage.

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket seen over Bethpage

Thomas Lobianco, 26, of Ronkonkoma, has been charged with driving while impaired by drugs in the deadly Nesconset crash that also left two other road workers injured. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

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The remains of Sgt. Henry "Harry" Younge, an airman from Long Island who was killed in a Japanese prison fire during World War II, were buried in Arlington National Cemetery on Monday.

'He would finally be coming home'

SailAhead, an organization that works to end veteran suicide by introducing former servicemen and women to sailing, took 100 veterans on the water Sunday. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's soothing'

A pop-up at Robert Moses State Park called "Shark Shack" teaches about marine life and shark safety.

'Kids love this stuff'

Classic car enthusiasts gathered in Lindenhurst Sunday for the 2026 Holy Black Hot Rod Block Party. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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Officials were coordinating to determine what might have caused the death of a whale found on the shore of Montauk's Ditch Plains Beach on Friday.

Dead whale found on Montauk beach

Dockers, a waterside restaurant in East Quogue, was damaged by a fire Wednesday afternoon. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

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NYPD and VFW members honored Anthony J. Fuoco as he was laid to rest at Calverton National Cemetery in Wading River.

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The dart-launching devices that fire GPS trackers will help reduce the need for high-speed pursuits. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

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An Islip Forward protester was thrown out of an International Women's Day luncheon in Huntington Station.

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The revitilization to Westbury Avenue in Carle Place will include sidewalk replacement, street repaving and improved pedestrian crossings. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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