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'Carpetbagging' is frequent accusation in eastern LI congressional district

Who lives where has become a contentious issue in the race between incumbent Republican Nick LaLota and Democrat John Avlon.

MORE ON THIS TOPICAvlon challenging LaLota for congressional seat

Only in Newsday'We've all kind of suffered.' LI Catholics react to diocese settlement with clergy abuse survivors7m read

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More than 100 women have been found dead outside on Long Island since 1976. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story. Credit: Newsday Staff

'We have to figure out what happened to these people' More than 100 women have been found dead outside on Long Island since 1976. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story.

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Saddle Rock Minyan fire heavily damages center on Yom Kippur1m read

56 students faced removal over Wild Child vaccinations, lawsuit says3m read

New York's only revolving restaurant to reopen in Times Square3m read

Kids learn about different cultures, aviation at Cradle of Aviation Museum2m read

Oyster Bay walking tour goes to old cemetery but pushes preservation1m read

Farmingdale pizzeria closes after 8 months1m read

Levittown house fires displaces family

Mets moments out of leftfield3m read

Only in NewsdayMore than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976, investigation finds

$1.1B in bonds to support Northwell1m read

Only in NewsdayLI dad banned from games, charged with assaulting 11-year-old girl, officials say2m read

Gillibrand faces security firm founder Sapraicone in bid for third full term4m read

Man indicted after authorities seize large quantities of fentanyl, other drugs, DA says2m read

Fall allergy season in bloom on LI2m read

Harris, Trump seek to rally voters on each side of the abortion issue5m read

10 things to do this weekend on LI2m read

Tough list of foreign challenges will confront Harris or Trump4m read

Blakeman accuses CSEA of antisemitism2m read

The Forgotten: More than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976

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Paws of War: Tale of survival for puppies amidst Hurricane Helene

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These Halloween inspired pop-ups are coming to Long Island

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LI's electric future: South Fork Wind debuts 12 giant wind turbines

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Where LI home prices have increased the most this year

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Say 'hola!' to Hispanic Heritage Month with music, more on LI

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Bus company under fire after 5-year-old left to wander after drop off

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Streets renamed for Farmingdale educators who died in band bus crash

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Inside a Latin America-inspired home in West Hills

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Are you registered to vote? Here's how to find out

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Things to do

6 things not to miss at this year's Oyster Fest

The event draws over 150,000 people in the course of the weekend.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC10 things to do this weekend on LI Fill your fall with festivals every weekend Oyster Fest is coming, and so are the crowds. What's it like to live up the street?

Where to go bike riding: Trails, boardwalks and more 6m read

New Halloween pop-up shop opens inside Hicks Nurseries1m read

3 corn mazes to explore without traveling far2m read

7 places to get Peking duck on Long Island 2m read

20 great standup comedy shows coming to LI this fall4m read

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More than 100 women have been found dead outside on Long Island since 1976. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story. Credit: Newsday Staff

'We have to figure out what happened to these people' More than 100 women have been found dead outside on Long Island since 1976. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

LONG ISLANDERS' FAVORITES

Only in NewsdayWhere LI home prices have increased the most this year

Median prices in Great Neck, Amityville and Franklin Square all increased at least 17% in the first half of 2024.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee homes that sold at or below $700,000 so far this year What did buyers pay for houses in your neighborhood this year?

Only in NewsdayBeyond Mayor Eric Adams and Turkey: A history of public officials and luxury travel9m read

2 new stores, Chinese restaurant named as incoming tenants for revamped LI mall2m read

3 quick LI getaways to try this Columbus Day weekend2m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday editorial board endorses Gillen for New York's 4th Congressional District

Election 2024 pick from Newsday's editorial board.

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday's 2024 election endorsements

LETTERSWho's your pick for president?

OPINIONWho we're endorsing: For Congress - District 4

The Forgotten: More than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976

14:16

Paws of War: Tale of survival for puppies amidst Hurricane Helene

01:59

These Halloween inspired pop-ups are coming to Long Island

0:48

LI's electric future: South Fork Wind debuts 12 giant wind turbines

01:50

Where LI home prices have increased the most this year

01:50

Say 'hola!' to Hispanic Heritage Month with music, more on LI

01:00

Bus company under fire after 5-year-old left to wander after drop off

01:44

Streets renamed for Farmingdale educators who died in band bus crash

01:38

Inside a Latin America-inspired home in West Hills

02:01

Are you registered to vote? Here's how to find out

0:44

More Long Island

Medal of Honor for Vietnam hero to be displayed at Riverhead town hall

The Medal of Honor was given to the family of Pfc. Garfield M. Langhorn, who died after he threw himself on a live grenade to save other soldiers during the Vietnam War.

Only in NewsdayWhy stay for a storm? Many reasons people don't evacuate, experts say3m read

Only in NewsdayMind the gap: Construction flaw frustrates Rockville Centre street3m read

Town of Hempstead sending help to Florida to clear roads after hurricanes1m read

Reputed LI member of Bonanno crime family convicted at federal extortion trial, feds say2m read

Think you can grow a 1,339-pound pumpkin? This LIer did it — and he wants to help you7m read

Smithtown resident comes down with West Nile virus1m read

Nation / World

Doctor deems Harris in 'excellent health.' Her team aims to contrast with Trump's scant medical info

Vice President Kamala Harris says Republican Donald Trump isn't releasing information about his health because he doesn't want the public to see if he's fit to be president.

Fight for House raging in districts ringing NYC where Trump struggled but other Republicans thrived5m read

UN official appeals for Lebanon's ports and airport to be spared as Israel presses its offensive2m read

Floridians cleaning up from Hurricane Milton are hampered by a widespread fuel shortage4m read

An explosion and fire at a service station in Russia's Chechnya kills 4

Newsday Live

Paying the Price: Long Island's stormy future

Sports

Lennon: Subway Series sure would be something

Storylines galore if both local teams pull it off and meet again for championship 24 years later.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMets moments out of leftfield

Randle, DiVincenzo get early reunion at Garden playing Knicks2m read

Rieber: Some suggestions for Boone and the Yankees2m read

Ya gotta relieve! Mets' Peterson shows his versatility4m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationFatal Stakes: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

On the occasion of the 156th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga, a Newsday investigation reveals the increasing death rate of racehorses at Belmont Park.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNYRA: Upgrades underway at Belmont will make it safer for horses

Only in NewsdayBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades

Newsday InvestigationLost licenses, fines: NYS penalizes LI real estate agents named in Newsday fair housing probe

Newsday InvestigationSee what happened to LI real estate agents involved in fair housing probe

Father and son open LI restaurant-club 1m read

Biggest LI restaurant closings of the year so far11m read

New Long Island restaurants to try in 202414m read

Guide: Standout LI coffee shops5m read

High School Sports

Bowers leads St. John the Baptist to emotional home win

Maxwell Bowers completed 10 of 15 passes for 158 yards and three touchdowns as SJB took a 42-0 lead.

Join the discussion on Long Island's stormy future

Watch nextLI's documentary, explore our immersive map and share your experiences on this threat the region faces.

Entertainment

Country music star Kane Brown to hit UBS Arena 1m read

'NCIS: Origins': The young Leroy Jethro Gibbs steps into the spotlight2m read

'The Apprentice': Compelling, entertaining saga 1m read

'Lonely Planet': Subtle, thoughtful romantic drama1m read

'Piece by PIece': Brilliantly using Lego animation to tell Pharrell Williams' story1m read

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