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Only in NewsdayLIers stole almost $100M in COVID-19 business aid. Most of it won't be recovered.

A Newsday analysis found 11 defendants were ordered to pay $19 million in restitution, of which $3.6 million has been received so far.

MORE ON THIS TOPICCOVID business fraud: LIers used pandemic aid money for lavish lifestyles These LIers have been charged with stealing $98 million in COVID funds Glen Cove physician sentenced in $3.8M COVID-aid fraud

First in NewsdayDuck Donuts, Bango eatery among new tenants headed to revamped LI shopping center2m read

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No Pope elected yet ... LI unclaimed funds ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap Credit: Newsday

No Pope elected yet ... LI unclaimed funds ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap Credit: Newsday

Updated 53 minutes ago Self-defense claimed in fatal stabbing ... Waiting for a new pope ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap ... What's up on LI

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Only in NewsdayLI experts urge caution for undocumented immigrants considering self-deportation45 mins ago3m read

Knicks vs. Celtics Game 2 takeaways2m read

10 places to try trendy Dubai chocolate on LI5m read

GOP loses challenge to moving local elections to even-numbered years42 mins ago1m read

Only in NewsdayLI woman pleads not guilty to second-degree murder in fatal stabbing of homeless man1m read

Up to $40,000 available for home repairs in Hempstead3m read

State Legislature begins passing month-late state budget2m read

LI man facing animal neglect charges after 28 cats found dead in Bohemia home1m read

Only in NewsdayTaylor Dayne's former Lloyd Harbor home on market for $2.9 million

LI wine shop launching $5 sip and learn events18 mins ago1m read

State budget places restrictions on AI companion bots, deepfakes1 min ago2m read

WeightWatchers, which has 14 LI studios, filing for bankruptcy2m read

Frustration rises over stalled rebuild of storm-wrecked road3m read

Bobby Darin is having his moment on LI and Broadway6m read

Only in NewsdayState budget calls for hiring more guards in aftermath of prison strike2m read

FourLeaf Air Show: 5 top attractions to explore 3m read

Developmental disabilities counselor George C. Singfield dies2m read

Only in NewsdayVictory in Europe, 80 years ago, meant looking ahead to 'work, work and more work'4m read

Hochul announces school cellphone ban

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Late payments from Nassau putting squeeze on day care providers

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Booming open mic nights on LI

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LI Works: Ken goes where the bison roam in Riverhead

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LI high school senior battled Westhampton wildfire

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These adoptable pets are picture perfect!

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Meet the Yormacks, Bellmore JFK baseball's twins

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Driver arrested after fleeing traffic stop, dragging cop near Green Acres Mall, police say

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LI’s 50,000 unlicensed drivers are far more likely to cause fatal crashes

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St. Anthony’s High School senior returns to the field after crash

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Things to do

Where to go camping (or glamping) on LI

Take a hike, sleep under the stars and commune with nature at these parks.

MORE ON THIS TOPICCrabbing and clamming on LI: Where to go Guide: LI party boat rentals, fishing trips, sailing tours and more Guide: County parks on LI

Cradle Con returns with cartoons, cosplay and more 4m read

How well do you know Billy Joel's lyrics? Take our quiz.

Planning an outlet mall day trip: Where to go and shop 5m read

Driving ranges on LI: Perfect your swing5m read

Mother's Day fun on LI: Events, free admission and more7m read

Streaming Now

No Pope elected yet ... LI unclaimed funds ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap Credit: Newsday

No Pope elected yet ... LI unclaimed funds ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap Credit: Newsday

Updated 53 minutes ago Self-defense claimed in fatal stabbing ... Waiting for a new pope ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap ... What's up on LI

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Breeze Airways to add flight from MacArthur to N.C.

The new route is the eighth direct flight Breeze has offered out of MacArthur Airport since the company began operating there in 2022.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee everywhere you can fly from LI MacArthur Airport JetBlue cancels MacArthur-to-Boston flights before they start, cites few bookings Avelo to add flights from LI MacArthur to N.C., Florida

Teacher Spotlight: Tasty lessons from a real chef at Deer Park High School5:00 am2m read

LI teen awarded prestigious Gates Scholarship2m read

Nesconset teen is grateful for Stony Brook Cancer Center, and paying it forward 1m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

LETTERSUnlicensed drivers, wind turbines and whale deaths

Reader letters to Newsday.

DAN JANISONTax fireworks on a Nassau beachfront2m read

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

THE POINTAll in the GOP family: Blakeman hires Robert DiCarlo as $120K-a-year special adviser2m read

Hochul announces school cellphone ban

01:07

Late payments from Nassau putting squeeze on day care providers

02:32

Booming open mic nights on LI

0:56

LI Works: Ken goes where the bison roam in Riverhead

01:58

LI high school senior battled Westhampton wildfire

02:21

These adoptable pets are picture perfect!

01:53

Meet the Yormacks, Bellmore JFK baseball's twins

01:23

Driver arrested after fleeing traffic stop, dragging cop near Green Acres Mall, police say

0:07

LI’s 50,000 unlicensed drivers are far more likely to cause fatal crashes

05:14

St. Anthony’s High School senior returns to the field after crash

0:30

More Long Island

First in Newsday$86M sale of The Harborside in Port Washington could close next week

Focus Healthcare Partners LLC would take control of the property and have it managed by Chelsea Senior Living, which runs other retirement homes on Long Island.

MORE ON THIS TOPICComplete coverage of The Harborside retirement community in Port Washington

Only in NewsdayLI colleges are adapting as AI redefines tech jobs5m read

LIRR service resumes on Ronkonkoma Branch14 mins ago

Asian Heritage Month'Taiko drumming is like a heartbeat': Stony Brook drum club offers safe space and community for its Asian students6m read

Suffolk lawmakers OK price hikes for Shelter Island ferry2m read

First in NewsdayPlea hearing halted for ex-NYS trooper after he tells judge he 'didn't feel well' mentally2m read

Adam Pascal to direct Foreigner musical at LIU Post1m read

Nation / World

No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney

Black smoke is again pouring out of the Sistine Chapel chimney.

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India fires attack drones into Pakistan, wounding soldiers, Pakistani military says3 mins ago3m read

How Putin uses the USSR's victory in World War II to rally support for him and the war in Ukraine3m read

Smokey Robinson's lawyer says rape allegations against him are 'vile' and 'false'2m read

Leading aid group shuts down its soup kitchens across Gaza over Israel's blockade4:25 am2m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Michael Symon

Sports

Knicks stun Celtics again, take 2-0 series lead

Jalen Brunson's free throws in the final minute capped another comeback and put the Knicks two wins away from the Eastern Conference Finals.

MORE ON THIS TOPICKnicks' Brunson and Thibodeau's deep ties have led to success

Yankees walk it off in 10th on Escarra's sacrifice fly3m read

Soto homers twice as Mets take series from Diamondbacks 2m read

Barker: Bridges big reason Knicks 2-0 instead of 0-23m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationMold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

Several residents at local senior housing were afraid to speak out, citing fears they could be evicted.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRockville Centre housing complex wins 32 years of tax breaks Residents fear displacement as town plans to rebuild senior housing complex

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in Newsday$3.7M and counting: What the fight over Grumman's park cleanup is costing residents

Newsday InvestigationAnalysis: 70% of Suffolk school bus camera tickets issued on streets where kids don't cross

Guide: 10 top Mexican restaurants on LI

LI's best Chinese restaurants

LI's best Italian restaurants

Best brunch restaurants on LI

High School Sports

Vickers' two-run homer ignites East Hampton softball

The Bonackers erased a 4-0 first-inning deficit. The junior's blast in the fifth inning put her team ahead, 6-5.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

What do you see traveling on the Island's roads?

Entertainment

Adam Pascal to direct Foreigner musical at LIU Post1m read

David Lee Roth returns to touring, with LI gig set for summer1m read

How well do you know Billy Joel's lyrics? Take our quiz.

Blackmore's Night to join LI Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame

Netflix miniseries filmed at Caumsett State Park1m read

Foghat's journey from England to Long Island2m read

What you need to know about the crisis facing '60 Minutes'3m read

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