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Newsday Investigates7-year-old was absent or late in half the school days in the months before her death

The additional absences raise new questions about whether the school district missed potential signs of trouble at the girl's home.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC7-year-old was left home alone for a day 6 months before she died, filings reveal State report finds no fault with Suffolk CPS before alleged torture, killing of Jor'Dynn Duncan The death of 7-year-old Jor'Dynn Duncan: Complete coverage

Only in NewsdayLIers rely on a complex web of transit options. Our reporter tried them all in 1 day.

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What's in store with the weather ... Exploring LI's complex web of transit options ... Out East: Critterville Farm Sanctuary Credit: Newsday

What's in store with the weather ... Exploring LI's complex web of transit options ... Out East: Critterville Farm Sanctuary Credit: Newsday

Updated 22 minutes ago Newsday Investigates: Girl was absent, late in half the school days in months before death ... Families left with uncertainty after Nepal ends flood rescue ... This surprise for a little boy doesn't stink! ... Let's Go: Catskill Mountain Railroad

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LI families left with uncertainty after Nepal ends flood rescue

Activist and salon owner dies at 67

Tiny ramen noodle factory adds takeout udon

NFL Week 6 Recap

AnalysisThe Jets' offense has talent. So why are they one of the NFL's lowest-scoring teams?

Sunday was the second time in three games that the Jets' offense produced one touchdown and the third straight game that they were held under 20 points.

Will anyone step up and become the Giants' lead back?

Grading the Jets' Week 6 loss to the Patriots

Rock: J.J. McCarthy or Jameis Winston? John Harbaugh must know whom he prefers

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Pint-size garbage truck enthusiast gets 4th birthday surprise celebration

Wallet WatchFewer pumpkins, more fun: LI farms rethink fall

Grocery chain recalls gelato product

Church fire forces closure of soup kitchen

Only in NewsdayYou'll need a grand and some luck to buy the cheapest ticket to the Knicks' season opener at MSG

Write-in candidates challenge Suffolk County clerk for the sake of choice

12 haunted houses on LI, ranked by scare factor

Oceanside teacher uses energy drinks to teach math

Chance encounter turns into viral video

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Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

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

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A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

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Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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Out East: Sannino Vineyard

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

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It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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Things to do

Skip the stay: Resorts offering day passes near LI

Explore hotels near Long Island offering day passes for pools, spas and outdoor activities, perfect for a quick escape without overnight stays.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPosh pups: 3 ultra-lux dog-friendly hotels on LI Beyond the scenic drive: 5 NYS fall adventures to take A legendary fall getaway: Spend the day in this spooky town

Only in NewsdayThese twin sisters are LI's 'pumpkin fairies,' transforming porches for fall

Leaf peep on an open-air train ride 2 hours from LI

Explore LI, NYC indie bookstores at new book crawl events

New shop offers a deep dive into vintage comics, toys and records

Escape to this under-the-radar Rhode Island beach town

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What's in store with the weather ... Exploring LI's complex web of transit options ... Out East: Critterville Farm Sanctuary Credit: Newsday

What's in store with the weather ... Exploring LI's complex web of transit options ... Out East: Critterville Farm Sanctuary Credit: Newsday

Updated 22 minutes ago Newsday Investigates: Girl was absent, late in half the school days in months before death ... Families left with uncertainty after Nepal ends flood rescue ... This surprise for a little boy doesn't stink! ... Let's Go: Catskill Mountain Railroad

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Long Islanders Favorites

Wallet WatchThese 14 LI areas rank among priciest ZIP codes in U.S.

Two Hamptons communities ranked in the top 5, while four Nassau locations ranked among the top 100.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI home prices fall in September from record highs North Fork home prices have doubled since 2019. Here's how high they climbed in the third quarter.See more Wallet Watch coverage

Congressional candidate got fundraising boost after explicit pictures released, filing shows

Long Island could be in for a wetter, but warmer, winter, NOAA projects

PTA treasurer pleads guilty to stealing $50G from group to use on personal expenses

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements so far

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why as endorsements are published throughout October.

COMMENTARYThe U.S.-Iran war is making world hunger much worse

LETTERSNYC Legionnaires' cases, Columbus Day's two sides

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion endorses Halpin for Riverhead Town supervisor

Chance encounter turns into viral video

02:01

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

01:49

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

02:03

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

01:42

Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

02:34

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

02:09

Out East: Sannino Vineyard

02:46

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

01:53

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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More Long Island

Only in Newsday'Not even considered': Local LI candidates on packed ballots struggle to get voters' attention

While Democrats have supported the change, Republicans are concerned.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island Voters Guide 2026: NYS, Nassau and Suffolk county elections

'Fight the good fight': Breast cancer walk draws thousands to Jones Beach

Glen Cove to hike tax levy by 1.8% next year amid fiscal challenges

LI student named finalist in Junior Innovators Challenge

Only in NewsdayPhotos: LIers head to the Oyster Fest

North Babylon's Daniel Cameron wins Suffolk Marathon

Nation / World

French prime minister calls for limited curfews to curb rioting and looting

The French prime minister has called for "very limited" and "localized" curfews after France's worst rioting in years.

Supreme Court rejects effort to revive Khalid Sheikh Mohammed plea deal

National Guard member is shot while breaking up a fight in Washington, suspect is hit in return fire

Justice Department charges more than 2 dozen in California sweep targeting noncitizen voters

Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is 'no accident'

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Rock: J.J. McCarthy or Jameis Winston? John Harbaugh must know whom he prefers

A quarterback controversy was inevitable after the Giants traded for McCarthy, and after Sunday's showing, it's hard to imagine he won't be QB1 real soon.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGiants make costly mistakes, lose to to Saints despite McCarthy's late rally Grading the Giants' Week 6 loss to the Saints

AnalysisThe Jets' offense has talent. So why are they one of the NFL's lowest-scoring teams?

Will anyone step up and become the Giants' lead back?

Only in NewsdayYou'll need a grand and some luck to buy the cheapest ticket to the Knicks' season opener at MSG

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

A massive turnout for Oyster Fest despite Saturday's chill

Go on a small-town LI food crawl

LI eateries with standout vegetarian dishes

Ditch to replace Relish in Kings Park

High School Sports

Syosset's Wang and Prince, Division's Chou win Nassau girls tennis championships

They will advance to the state tournament on Oct. 26 at the USTA National Tennis Center in Flushing.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Nassau girls tennis individual championships

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Remembering U2's Long Island concerts

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

LI theater renovations bring new life to local communities

Why we still love 'Lucy' after 75 years

Catching up with WCBS NewsRadio's Tim Scheld

Will Billy Joel be able to perform again? Time and tests will tell.

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