Islanders defenseman Scott Mayfield, speaking on a Zoom call after a workout on Monday, said he believes there will be a resumption of games but understands if other players are cautious or reticent.


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Bobby Valentine goes into the Mets' Hall of Fame this weekend, and his former baseball manager, Stanley Cup-winning coach Lou Lamoriello, will be there to watch.

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Between the regular season and postseason, they have won 18 of their last 21.

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Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. spoke with NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa about what life is like for the Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann in jail.

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Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is back for a second stint with the Giants. Head coach John Harbaugh on Wednesday said Beckham seems healthier and Beckham said he is looking forward to making the most of the opportunity.

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Recently passed state auto insurance reforms could help lower car insurance rates as much as 10% for New York drivers, according to some estimates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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Rockville Centre's Lavert Henderson-Hobbs has been a Knicks' season-ticket holder since 1969.

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