Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone on Thursday marked the start of construction for the SCCRI Forge River Watershed Sewer District, which will connect 1,889 homes to a new treatment plant to be built in Mastic.


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Kieran Lowe, Islip Town's biggest sanitation truck fan, got a personalized birthday visit. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'He's gonna be talking about it for the next year'

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

New generation of birds

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.

'Very comfortable, great atmosphere'

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.

'It's a really nice experience'

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The director, in a statement posted online, called for Dylan Skolnick's reinstatement.

Scorsese: Bring Skolnick back to Cinema Arts Centre

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AME members are expected to receive a 17% pay raise over five years.

Suffolk reserves $43 million to settle contracts with two unions, budget director says

Now that Kerri Bedrick has been found competent to stand trial, the criminal legal proceedings against her resume. By law, they were paused while she was receiving treatment.

LI mother declared competent to stand trial in crash that killed her 9-year-old son

Newsday has reported that the intersection was the Island's third worst crossing.

Police ID man fatally struck by vehicle at dangerous LI intersection

The state passed a series of reforms this past legislative session meant to lower the cost of auto insurance.

2 LIers charged in auto insurance fraud crackdown

An investigation found he recruited at least three women for commercial sex work at the motel, which was closed earlier this year, police said.

Police: LI man recruited women for sex work while working at motel

The three women who have been charged in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death — Emily Kelly, Barbara Renner and Elyssa Seymore — have each pleaded not guilty and are awaiting trial.

Body of 7-year-old exhumed as criminal probe continues, source and family attorney say

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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.

'Seeing it out here is a cool experience'

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.

'The car came out of nowhere'

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.

'It's the best thing I have'

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.

Video shows fire damage

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

'He had no family to be there with him as he passed on'

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

'Almost like the old Batman scenes'

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

'Why don't you support immigrant women?'

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Make the jump to light speed on this week's LI Works. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa meets with a member of The 501st Legion, Empire City Garrison.

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed goes inside Critterville Farm Sanctuary to meet the rescued animals finding a second chance and the local passion that keeps it all going.

Out East: Critterville in Riverhead

Video of two Suffolk police officers joining a group of teens playing soccer goes viral. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Chance encounter turns into viral video

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Co-Owner, Dough & Co. Pizza to try the Apple Bay Pizza, which is exclusive to their Oyster Bay location.

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

High school athletes striving to play sports in college might want to look at niche sports that give them a better chance. NewsdayTV's Jared Valluzzi reports.

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

Islandia village officials have cleared the path to build a mixed-use development with hundreds of housing units and 50 hotel rooms on 13 acres of vacant land near Jake's 58 casino. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman explores the historic and festive charm of Sleepy Hollow during a fall day trip.

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

According to Babylon town tax documents, the proposed increase will cost the average household about $115 a year. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin tried some new martini combinations at Beacon in Long Beach.

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

Billy Joel will be auctioning off more than 70 motorcycles at Gooding Christie's in Manhattan next month. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger got a sneak peek at three.

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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