Weddings are a logistical nightmare during COVID-19, and some couples want looser restrictions from the state on their special day. Enter the Brides of Long Island, a bridal support group which has strong feelings about 2021 nuptials. Newsday Opinion’s Mark Chiusano checks it out. 


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