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Sophomore guard Lucas Dillon scores 26 points for the Flyers.

Chaminade wins in double OT at Gary Charles Hoops Classic

Thomas scored eight of his 17 points in the fourth quarter, adding 17 rebounds in the game.

Thomas saves best for last in Holy Trinity's win over Roslyn

Senior Melo Mojeed, who scored a game-high 23 points, earned the "Beast" award given to the game's most valuable player.

St. Dominic boys basketball tops Bay Shore at Gary Charles Hoop Classic

Simon Ogwuche David and Valteris Slanina each scored 12 for the Bears.

Stony Brook School goes big on 'D' to top St. Anthony's

Walter Aksionoff was an integral part of two state championships in his 45 years.

Malverne honors longtime associate boys basketball coach Aksionoff

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I.FLY opens its first Indoor trapeze school at Samanea in Westbury. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

Flying high: New indoor trapeze school opens

Newsday Washington reporter Billy House describes the chaos of the Jan. 6 insurrection from inside the U.S. Capitol, and how he sheltered in the House chamber.

Newsday reporter recounts being inside Capitol during Jan. 6 insurrection

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us to the Custer Institute and Observatory in Southold for an up close look at the stars.

Out East: Custer Institute and Observatory

After 44 years, the Oak Chalet Restaurant in Bellmore closed its doors. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed talked to Gisela Wedel and her family about their restaurant.

One of LI's oldest German restaurants closes

"There's some things we gotta fix? Absolutely!" said Jets head coach Aaron Glenn as he and general manager Darren Mougey discussed the team's plans for the offseason.

Jets excited about the offseason after disappointing 3-win season

A Three Kings Day event took place at the Knights of Columbus in Brentwood on Sunday. The celebration provided a warm, welcoming environment in a time of uncertainty, according to some attendees. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Three Kings Day celebrated on LI

Long Islanders Newsday spoke with said what they are trying to accomplish with their resolution for 2026. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Long Islanders' 2026 New Year's resolutions 

Long Island's top federal prosecutor said ICE will no longer hold detainees more than 12 hours or overnight at the facility. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Immigration groups urge judge to keep scrutiny on ICE holding cells in Central Islip

Paws of War rescued dogs from an illegal puppy mill in Tennessee. The animals are now going to forever homes of veterans. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

A heartwarming story that will give paws

Travel reporter Carissa Kellman experiences the luxurious perks at local hotels with no check-in required.

Daycation: You don't have to spend the night to enjoy these amenities at nearby hotels

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