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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a pick-your-own berry and flower farm in Mattituck, Patty's Berries and Bunches.

Out East: Pick-your-own berry farm celebrating 50 years

Magdalyn Abcug, who recently graduated from Longwood High School, alleges the district failed to accommodate her disability when she was a student. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LI student with Tourette syndrome sues district, alleges school staff mocked her, questioned her diagnosis

Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman takes the High Line to Chelsea Market and Pier 57.

Exploring NYC's High Line

Long Islanders affected by the Trump administration's immigration crackdown spoke with NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn about its impact here.

How the ICE crackdown is reshaping LI

Vincent Puleo, who's worked in public office for nearly two decades, terminated the spa's lease following Newsday's reporting. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with Newsday reporters Sandra Peddie and Bahar Ostadan about the story.

Suffolk County official owns strip mall with foot spa tied to alleged sex activity

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez try oysters, pizza, and ice cream at The Sandbox in Oyster Bay.

The Sandbox brings food trucks to Oyster Bay

Two siblings have been diagnosed with metachromatic leukodystrophy, and their parents are on a mission to save one of their lives. NewsdayTV's Virgnia Huie reports.

LI siblings diagnosed with rare neurodegenerative disorder

As we head into summer, NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen looks back at Long Island's hurricane history and prospects for the 2026 season.

A look back at LI's hurricane history

Knicks fans traveled to New York City on Thursday to be a part of the excitement as the Knicks paraded down the Canyon of Heroes to celebrate their NBA championship. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

Fans line the streets for Knicks parade

"I beat people up during the day and then I talk about their feelings at night," he said.

Long Island boxer Pete Latorre's one-two punch

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Dangerous extreme heat with the possibility of thunderstorms are in store for Long Island and the entire NYC area beginning Wednesday, NewsdayTV's meteorologist Geoff Bansen has the forecast.

Possible record temperatures coming

According to Investigators, Alison Winter was practicing as a clinical social worker without a license between November 2018 and May 2024. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'Psychotherapy is really an umbrella term'

It was an unimaginable crime that shattered the idyllic image of a suburbia. On July 4, 1956, little Peter Weinberger, only 32 days old, was snatched out of his stroller on the back patio of his family's home in Westbury and killed. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It impacts who I am today, and I'm going to be 80'

'I felt very judged'

Ten people are facing charges for allegedly running illegal massage parlors in Suffolk and Queens. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

'We wanted to go up one level and get the managers'

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The 13,706 McDonald's in the United States include more than 70 on Long Island.

McDonald's buys land for $3.3M to build restaurant in Suffolk

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The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for NYC. Nassau and Suffolk remain under an extreme heat watch.

Dangerous heat, thunderstorms, looming for entire region

The kidnapping of baby Peter Weinberger on July 4, 1956, riveted the nation and cracked the image of Long Island (and suburbia) as a beacon of safety and security.

An infant kidnapping that changed America began on Long Island

Read Newsday's extensive coverage of the infant's kidnapping, and the trial of his abductor and murderer, Angelo La Marca.

Inside Newsday's original coverage of the Peter Weinberger kidnapping case

Olivia Bithorn, 36, who wept as she appeared in court, pleaded not guilty last week during her arraignment on charges of manslaughter in the death of her son, Luke Russell Jr.

Mom charged in death of her 18-month-old son

The Newsday/Siena poll found 47% of Long Islanders support a bill passed by the State Legislature that would put a one-year pause on the permitting of large data centers.

More LIers back 1-year moratorium on data centers, poll finds

Caseworkers, however, were still monitoring the girl's care under suspect Emily Kelly during first few months of her guardianship, her attorney says.

State report finds no fault with Suffolk CPS before alleged torture, killing of Jor'Dynn Duncan

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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

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa sat down with Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. to discuss what it was like holding the Gilgo Beach serial killer in custody, Heuermann's penchant for Jack the Ripper and what his future likely looks like in state prison.

'They have plenty of time to get him if they want to'

Here's how these Long Island content creators use TikTok to build their careers.

Meet the Long Islanders making it big on TikTok

Trotta explains how she was planning to be a teacher until Dave Portnoy called about TikTok.

She wanted to be a teacher until Barstool's Portnoy called

Evan Hirsch, 27, is a rising fashion designer who's made a name for himself with the help of TikTok.

This LI fashion designer is transforming dresses on TikTok

'Praying that everything is gonna change'

'They dabble in other stuff behind the covers'

The footage released shows three officers approaching a home where they found Steven Eastwood, standing over his mother with a knife. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports. Credit: Newsday Studios; New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office

'Drop the knife'

Suffolk cut deals with at least seven officers to delay their terminations until they can access their pensions, costing taxpayers millions. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn spoke with Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach on his findings.

Suffolk cops collect pensions after admitted misconduct

Rex Heuermann's Attorney Michael Brown sat down with Newsday following his client's sentencing to discuss the case. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I do think he saw the writing on the wall'

Suffolk County 911 dispatchers in Yaphank on Sunday were treated to a catered lunch to thank them for working on Father's Day. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's part of their job ... still doesn't always make it easier'

Long Island Knicks fans are gearing up for this weekend's game after historic comeback on Wednesday night. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'The heart was definitely pounding'

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