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The firefighter says her free speech rights were violated. The case demonstrates the depths of the divisiveness of politics in America today. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

The Mineola High School marching band and wind ensemble have been invited to perform at London's New Year's Parade in 2028. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie has more.

LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries a crafty coffee at The Caffeinated Bunny in Melville.

Coffee cart opens at Melville flower shop

Stuart Cameron, now the chief of the Old Westbury Police Department, said "The Long Watch" began as an attempt to share his experiences during 40-plus years in law enforcement with his children and grandchildren.

Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed heads to Seven Ponds Orchard in Water Mill where you can pick crisp apples, gather garden-fresh veggies, and let the kids burn off some energy at one of the island's largest playgrounds.

Out East: Seven Ponds Orchard

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits Das Biergarten in Long Beach.

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Bisqo in Hicksville to try the Miso Overload, a Dubai-inspired creation which combines a frappe with a slice of tiramisu.

 Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

The cost to educate students on Long Island has hit a record high, with districts projected to spend almost $42,000 per student this year. Newsday education reporter Maura McDermott has more.

Cost to educate students on Long Island hits a record high 

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits MJ Social in Island Park to learn how to play mah-jongg.

Mother-daughter team create a place to play mah-jongg

NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin visits No Good Burger Joint in Baldwin.

Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

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The parking shortage at Jake's 58 Casino Hotel has been a common complaint. Now, the site is set to get an additional 800 parking spaces. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'When it gets late, you can't find a spot'

'You're watching out over the citizens that live in the area you're responsible for'

'Kinda caught me off guard'

'Only the best of the best get invited'

Starting in January, all SUNY and CUNY Reconnect programs will be open to adults ages 25 to 55, even if they already have college degrees. Newsday education reporter Maura McDermott explains.

'Things change in life'

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Marine life experts said the two became stuck due to sandbars created in last month's nor'easter.

2 humpback whales stranded off Fire Island escape back to open water

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Kevin Eduardo Hernandez Meza, of Port Jefferson Station, allegedly opened seven SNAP cases in the names of people who had not applied for benefits.

Ex-Suffolk worker charged with opening fraudulent SNAP cases, reaping $79G

The parking lot will be built on 8½ acres of vacant land just west of the casino.

800 new parking spots approved for Jake's 58 casino

County legislators discussed Nassau's proposed 2027 at a budget hearing on Wednesday.

Nassau plans to use nearly $44M from reserves to balance 2027 budget

"It's a year-round community of working families," a local real estate agent said.

It has affordable housing, Hamptons beaches and LIE access. Oh, and the Big Duck.

Daniel Gomez, of Brentwood, was charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident.

LI man pleads not guilty in Sunrise Highway fatal hit-and-run

Three nearby schools implemented the safety measure after the incident.

Shots fired in nearby parking lot causes lockout at LI schools

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Long Island is seeing an uptick in trade school enrollment amid growing concern from young adults about job insecurity, financial prospects and the impacts of artificial intelligence on the job market. NewsdayTV's Izzy Mignardi reports.

'You're gonna have consistency'

'It's excessive'

The complaint said alterations made to the video are part of a broader cover-up by Farmingville Fire officials to shield the unidentified driver of the SUV, believed to be a high-ranking fire official, from accountability. Newsday reporter Michael O'Keeffe has more.

Estate of LI woman sues fire department

Nearly $1.2 billion in unclaimed funds is available across more than 5 million accounts on Long Island, according to the state comptroller's office. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

$1.2B available across 5 million accounts on LI

Santos Banegas Reyes, a 42-year-old ICE detainee, died in Nassau County Jail last year after staff provided "inadequate medical care," a federal report found. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'My reaction to the report is outrage'

They likely belong to an elderly woman who went missing in the area in December, Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

'The body has not been positively identified'

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

'Long overdue'

Ex-NYS court officer Brian Burke accompanied Rex Heuermann to nearly all of his court appearances. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'The most disturbing case I ever worked'

Roslyn, Syosset and Jericho school districts were recognized in the top 10 nationwide. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Speaks to the hard work of our district and their families'

The state's latest pension sweeteners pushed the burden of the expense onto taxpayers. Newsday towns reporter Joseph Ostapiuk has more.

'There's a few factors'

The coast was hit hard this weekend after a nor'easter swept through Long Island, NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'You can't mess with Mother Nature'

A Newsday/Siena poll shows support for limited screen time in schools. Newsday education reporter Lorena Mongelli explains.

'I think they should be limited'

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