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Mark Stone had the fourth hat trick of his career and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Calgary Flames 6-2 on Thursday night.

Stone has 3rd-period hat trick in the Golden Knights' 6-2 win over the Flames

Torrance Burgess Jr. rushed for career highs of 224 yards and four touchdowns, Brad Jackson threw a touchdown pass and ran for career highs of 181 yards and three scores and Texas State steamrolled Colorado State 66-27.

Burgess, Jackson help Texas State rush for school-record 503 yards in 66-27 romp over Colorado State

Clayton Keller scored twice as the Utah Mammoth snapped Edmonton's five-game win streak with a 4-2 victory over the Oilers.

Utah Mammoth beat the Oilers 4-2 as Clayton Keller scores twice

Ja'Quan McMillian intercepted Sam Darnold's pass in overtime and Wil Lutz kicked a 53-yard field goal that gave the Denver Broncos a 17-14 victory over the Seattle Seahawks.

Broncos beat the Seahawks 17-14 in OT on Ja'Quan McMillian's pick, Wil Lutz's 53-yarder

Ryder Burton threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to Rod Robinson II in overtime and Delvon Gulley followed with an 80-yard interception return to wrap up UAB's come-from-behind 30-17 victory over East Carolina.

Ryder Burton rallies UAB to 30-17 come-from-behind victory over East Carolina in OT

Turner Helton threw a touchdown pass and Tripp Bryant kicked three field goals to guide Georgia Southern to a 23-15 victory over Old Dominion.

Turner Helton, Tripp Bryant lead Georgia Southern to 23-15 victory over Old Dominion

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Despite the loss, the Islanders praised goaltender Semyon Varlamov, making his second start of the season in his comeback from knee surgeries

Senators defeat Isles as Shane Pinto of Franklin Square scores winner in shootout

For the team to have any hope of competing for a playoff spot after Halloween, it must win its divisional games.

Jets need to get off on right foot within AFC East this week

Jalen Brunson, overwhelmingly named the best leader by the NBA's general managers, will have that ability tested as the Knicks try to repeat.

Popper: In Brunson, Knicks have a leader who 'walks the talk'

Defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson has shown more trust in his cornerbacks, allowing the rest of the unit to blitz more often.

Why getting to the quarterback has been such a big deal for the Giants

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your look at what to know ahead of the 2026 Oyster Festival.

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

According to Babylon town tax documents, the proposed increase will cost the average household about $115 a year. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

Islandia village officials have cleared the path to build a mixed-use development with hundreds of housing units and 50 hotel rooms on 13 acres of vacant land near Jake's 58 casino. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin tried some new martini combinations at Beacon in Long Beach.

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman explores the historic and festive charm of Sleepy Hollow during a fall day trip.

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a vineyard in Cutchogue featuring on-site B&B accommodations.

Out East: Sannino Vineyard

Billy Joel will be auctioning off more than 70 motorcycles at Gooding Christie's in Manhattan next month. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger got a sneak peek at three.

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland talks to Lisa Lackner, founder of Beyond Motherhood, about maternal mental health.

Working Moms: Maternal mental health

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

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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

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