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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.

'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?'

Suffolk County police officers and members of the Mastic Fire Department rescued a dog from a collapsed cesspool on Concord Road in Shirley.

Dog rescued from collapsed cesspool in Shirley

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The bill marks the eighth time the bill has passed the State Legislature. It has been vetoed four times by Gov. Kathy Hochul and three times by former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo.

NYS Senate is 0-7 in asking the state to recognize the Montauketts. Will the 8th try be different?

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About 100 people gathered Monday in the Village of Old Field as the university rededicated its Flax Pond laboratory following a $9 million renovation.

Stony Brook honors late oceanographer, renames upgraded marine sciences lab for him

Gov. Kathy Hochul urged both sides to "find a middle ground" to avoid disrupting the commutes of 270,000 daily railroad riders.

Lump-sum hurdle: Progress in LIRR strike talks, but dispute over $134M deal

The cemetery would be one of the first on Long Island exclusively for Muslims. It still requires an OK from the Brookhaven Town Board, which could come Thursday.

Suffolk lawmakers OK plan for Muslim cemetery in Bellport

"It promotes community, and it's less expensive than buying two single-family houses," one expert said.

Multigenerational houses aren't a trend. On LI, they're a 'financial necessity.'

A debate rages over the proposed cell tower, with some calling for better service but others fearing blocked coastal views.

Scenic views or spotty service: LI village sued over cell tower denial

The judge said the lack of remorse Thomas Bernagozzi showed for his crimes was a factor in giving him the lengthy sentence.

Ex-LI teacher sentenced to up to 50 years in prison for sexually abusing students

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The SCPD commissioner says the department does "not get involved in immigration enforcement ever, period." NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Something we have not seen before'

Suffolk County police said a Farmingville man faces murder charges after he fatally stabbed his estranged wife, injured a teenage relative, and stabbed himself.

Charged with 2nd-degree murder

A police patrol unit found woman's body in a wooded area on Connecticut Avenue south of River Road in Manorville on Wednesday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Woman's body found in Manorville woods

With freezing temperatures on the Island, penguins at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead had to be moved inside. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'They can suffer from frostbite and respiratory issues'

Hundreds attended the funeral for Edeedson Cine Jr., 23, in Dix Hills on Friday.

Final farewell for CVS worker

A Three Kings Day event took place at the Knights of Columbus in Brentwood on Sunday. The celebration provided a warm, welcoming environment in a time of uncertainty, according to some attendees. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Show a little love and compassion'

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.

Victim's father speaks at vigil

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.

'We have to say it's not okay'

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'

Drones and helicopters flew over the sites of the fires in Suffolk Monday as investigators determined the cause of the fires. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Burn ban remains in effect

Scenes from Westhampton on Saturday evening as firefighters battled the brush fire.

Watch: Firefighters battle Westhampton fire

The first naturalization ceremony since the government shutdown was held in Central Islip, where 86 people from 37 countries became U.S. citizens. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I finally accomplished that goal'

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NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa gets behind the slicer at Cow Palace to see what it takes to be a butcher.

LI Works: Where's the beef? Ken visits a butcher shop

NewsdayTV's Erica Marcus visits Mighty Fine in Huntington, where customers can design their own pies.

Design your own pie at this Huntington cafe

Government data shows grocery inflation in the metro area has risen 1.5%. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Grocery prices rising in NY metro area 

A record-breaking 21 valedictorians are graduating from Jericho High School this year. The seniors earned the honor by getting A-pluses in all their high school classes.

Records of excellence

A number of Long Islanders are picking up extra jobs in an effort to make ends meet. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Many LIers wrestle with exhaustion, debt and trade-offs at home as they try to stay afloat

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a special place in the Hampton Bays where they rescue wildlife.

Out East: Rescue center where they give a hoot about saving animals

The MTA's contingency plan is free shuttle bus service during peak hours, but that wouldn't work for every commuter. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo and NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland & Virginia Huie report.

Commuters weighing options if there's an LIRR strike 

In most instances, day cares facing revocation are allowed to continue operating while investigations are pending, and most never permanently close. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

LI day cares at risk of losing licenses after serious health, safety violations

Chaminade twins John and Joseph Gomes were named valedictorian and salutatorian, a first for the all-boys Catholic school in Mineloa.

Twins make val and sal history

The Knicks on Sunday swept the 76ers to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second straight season, but this round of the playoffs against either Detroit or Cleveland could be their biggest test. Newsday's Knicks beat writer Steve Popper explains.

The Knicks' 'real test' could be in the next round of the playoffs

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