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Mourners gathered Friday in New Hyde Park for the visitation for Emilia Rennhack, the NYPD officer killed in the Deer Park nail salon crash.

'Your loved one was a victim of this crash'

Four people, including an 8-year-old, were injured in a dazzling and dangerous fireworks display in Port Jefferson Station, according to Suffolk County Police. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'We expect arrests will be made imminently'

Microplastics are polluting LI Sound and waterways around the world. Local researchers say 97% of water samples tested in a recent study contained plastics. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'It's threatening human health'

Off duty NYPD officer among victims in Deer Park salon crash

What to know about the Deer Park nail salon crash

It was a star-spangled Independence Day at parades, beaches and civic gatherings across Long Island. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It celebrates America'

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From now until Aug. 31, library-goers can pick up a tour booklet with a full list and map of participating locations.

A journey of books: Suffolk Public Libraries Tour encourages exploration of 65 locations

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Fenton headed training and education at Suffolk County's Mental Hygiene Services

Psychologist Neil Fenton of Riverhead dies at 83

At least five people were injured on the July 4 holiday, including two men who lost fingers and an 8-year-old.

Fourth of July fireworks use leads to injuries, damage, arrests on LI

Global unrest, port congestion and a potential dockworkers strike could further spike costs for consumers later this year, experts said.

Supply chain problems could spike LI consumer costs even more later this year

School officials seek money for added costs of employing mental health professionals, adapting lesson plans to educate children on the alleged harm of social media and investigating online school threats. 

LI school districts allege social media platforms 'addictive and dangerous' in lawsuits

This election year has drawn 316 candidates vying for 213 state legislative races. They have qualified to receive part of $100 million in state-funded matches.

State moves to tighten verification for public campaign financing system

The numbers have climbed even as enrollment has fallen. Students and schools face challenges as a result.

Number of English-learning students on LI climbs almost 60% in decade

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Rechler Equity Partners, which owns the former Island Hills Golf and Country Club in Sayville, has debuted its 3rd plan since 2017 to create housing on the property. Residents are protesting. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'That's not what Sayville needs'

Roxi is being taken care of at the Hempstead Animal Shelter, and an investigation is underway on how she was tied to a light pole on the Southern State Parkway.

'There's a big waitlist'

A fire burned through the Peter Pan Diner on Sunrise Highway in Bay Shore. "We're going to come back," said owner Peter Lentzeres. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We're all out of work right now. We're scared.'

Officials said there will be stepped-up BWI enforcement on the water over the July Fourth weekend. They also said Long Islanders can expect a safe, fun fireworks display at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Experts: Boaters should ensure safety equipment is on board

Suffolk Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. discusses the 15 'credible' reports of sex workers' possible encounters with alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann.

'We feel these 15 have credible information'

Renovations at the Jones Beach Theater bring in new decor, food and beverage options to guests. 

'Make it iconic and keep it iconic'

Home prices across Long Island continue to surge and despite higher mortgage rates, potential buyers are lining up outside open houses. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

People 'value some of the community feel' post-pandemic

Steven Schwally, the alleged drunk driver who crashed into a Deer Park nail salon, killing four, told police he drank 18 beers the night before. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Brother of nail salon victim speaks out: 'I hope this is a nightmare'

Suffolk County officials demonstrated firework safety in Yaphank on Monday ahead of the July Fourth holiday. 

Fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July 

Newsday real estate reporter Arielle Dollinger visits a dome-shaped home in Montauk that was built by artist and inventor Eugene Tallarico.

Go inside a dome-shaped home in Montauk

Despite admitting to filling out thousands of fake COVID-19 vaccination forms, former Amityville nurse practitioner Julie DeVuono did not report administering a childhood vaccine in New York for 17 years, records show.

New questions about nurse's fraudulent COVID vaccines

Four people, including an NYPD officer, were killed in a crash at a nail salon Friday. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

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