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The MTA says they are getting closer to a deal to avoid a LIRR strike, but union leaders are saying otherwise. Newsday Transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has more.

A new offer is on the table

LIRR workers are prepared to strike if their wage increase demands aren't met by May 16. Commuters weighed in on Thursday. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Trying to pay their bills, feed their family'

The head of the Long Island Rail Road said he believes a settlement with union labor leaders is within reach.

'Not that far apart'

An MTA board meeting was held to discuss LIRR workers' raise demands and strike contingency plans. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has more.

'Twice the size of their usual 4% rate hike'

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An 11-year-old boy was airlifted to a hospital; the roadway is now open.

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The changes will not impact rush hour service, according to the LIRR.

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Long bus rides, lost customers, and the unpleasant prospect of driving into Manhattan with sky-high gas prices.

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"What was presented did not move us closer to a settlement," one union leader said.

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Service on the Long Island Rail Road had been suspended in both directions between Montauk and Southampton on Friday morning.

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Can technology help reduce traffic deaths and crashes here? NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's got to be tested, but I like the idea'

Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has the latest on negotiations and the potential LIRR strike in just a few weeks.

'The two sides remain pretty far apart'

The National Mediation Board said talks would be rescheduled. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has more.

'No reason ... on the cancellation'

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo take a look at the history of the Long Island Expressway.

'Sort of the fuel for Long Island'

An online suvey announced by the governor on Friday seeks commuters' input on their experiences at the Jamaica LIRR station as well as the proposed redesign of the transit hub.

Take a survey about the Jamaica LIRR station

Labor leaders said an LIRR union strike would be "disastrous" for Long Island, despite MTA officials' attempts to downplay the impact of a strike.

At issue: Contracts covering 3,500 workers

Underage drinking gained fresh attention after Patricia Espinosa, a veteran of the NCPD and the mother of a 2-year-old, was struck and killed by a 20-year-old driver who police said was heavily intoxicated. NewsdayTV journalists and a panel of experts discuss.

'Problem that is growing'

Maintenance crews moved the wreckage of an Air Canada Express jet from the runway where it collided with a Port Authority fire truck Sunday night at LaGuardia Airport.

Crews remove plane from runway at LaGuardia

The airport was closed until about 2 p.m. Monday after a plane crashed into a fire truck on a runway Sunday night, killing two pilots and injuring dozens of others. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It was chaotic'

"Their swift action ... prevented even more fatalities," Rebecca Liquori told Newsday outside her Baldwin home Tuesday morning. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Grateful to be alive'

The crash happened at about 11:40 p.m., when a Jazz Aviation flight, operating on behalf of Air Canada, struck a Port Authority firefighting and rescue vehicle that had been responding to a separate incident, the Port Authority said in a statement.

Video of the crash scene at LaGuardia

Michael Canders, associate professor of aviation at Farmingdale State College, weighs in on the crash that killed two pilots and injured dozens on a runway at LaGuardia Airport Sunday night. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Inconclusive communication'

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

Out East: Evelyn Alexander Wildlife 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. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Commuters weighing options if there's an LIRR strike 

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

With the Long Island Rail Road day pass, which allows you to get on and off the train as many times as you want throughout the day, Newsday travel reporter Carissa Kellman visits three South Shore towns.

Back in time: Station hop to nostalgia spots on the LIRR

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

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

Some may be clueless about car maintenance, but you won't find those people in Farmingdale High School's auto technology class. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

These high schoolers are getting a 'brake' at a career AI can't replace

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa heads to High & Dry Marina to see what it takes to get boats ready for the summer season.

LI Works: Prepping boats for summer fun

Paws of War is accepting applications right now from veterans, first responders and Gold Star families for the dogs rescued from a research facility. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

It's a paws-itive story! Beagles get first taste of freedom

Kevin Lenane, a private collector with hundreds of Apple computers, showed off his collection and gave a demonstration at the Long Island Museum. "It allows us to remember our past through an interesting lens," he said.

'50 Years of Apple' celebrated with a massive private collection

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Workers threatening to strike earned a median of $131,000 in 2024. Unions say high cost of living and higher raises won by other railroaders justify their demands.

LIRR workers, highest paid in U.S., threaten to strike over 14.5% raise

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