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Only in NewsdayPond vs. river: Dam collapse creates debate over LI natural resource

Should the pond be recreated for human enjoyment, or should the Nissequogue River run wild?

MORE ON THIS TOPICRebuilding Stump Pond dam could cost up to $6M, Romaine says Collapse of 2 Long Island dams could help restore habitats

Cops: East Shoreham resident removing pool cover finds body8:48 pm

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From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook. Credit: Gary Licker; Newsday / Howard Schnapp; Randee Daddona; Newsday Archive

Your guide to excitement under the sun! From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

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Brooklyn man charged with DWI in 4-vehicle Southern State crash1m read

Trump says he'll delay a threatened 50% tariff on the European Union until July8:26 pm1m read

Organizer: 187,000 people came to Jones Beach on air show's final day7:44 pm1m read

Repeat champs! Lewis' OT goal gives Adelphi another crown8:46 pm3m read

Memorial Day Air Show 2025 at Jones Beach8:00 pm

Staffers who claimed they were inappropriately touched testify at principal's disciplinary hearing5m read

Boating season kicks off in Freeport with humor and holy water8:41 pm1m read

Prosecutors: Man tried to firebomb U.S. embassy building in Israel16 mins ago1m read

Deported to El Salvador, LI brothers hope to return to U.S.6m read

'We got you, Pop!': Alexa Ray Joel sends message of love, hope to her dad1m read

New restaurant takes over longtime LI spot1m read

Hearing Tuesday on rezoning that would allow casino at Nassau Coliseum1m read

Centereach man killed in 1-car crash in Manorville

Jones Beach summer concerts are returning for the 2025 season. Get tickets now.5m read

Worker killed in sewage-boat explosion on Hudson1m read

Richard Neer's Saturday WFAN program ends1m read

Bright blue bungalow with 'sweet details' on market for $699,0001m read

SUP yoga, water trampoline and more: Water sports to try this summer4m read

What to know about Billy Joel's brain disorder

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Top honors for twins at Mount Sinai High School

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LI nurse broke barriers to serve her country

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LI man's lifelong search to learn more about his fallen father

Quarantine lifted at LI duck farm after avian flu outbreak

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Bay Shore school district alum gifts new sneakers

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LI Sound quality report grades cleanliness of local waters

Biden's diagnosis brings prostate cancer awareness to the forefront

Trump administration lifts stop-work order for Empire Wind project

Places to try trendy Dubai chocolate on LI

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Things to do

Only in NewsdayFunBook: 20+ ways to kick-start your ultimate summer

It's time to start planning. Check out the 2025 guides to water excursions, state parks, seafood experiences and plenty more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICUltimate guide to exploring LI state parks Guide: LI party boat rentals, fishing trips, sailing tours and more All's fairs and festivals on LI this summer

Crabbing and clamming on LI: Where to go3m read

It's game on at these LI breweries3m read

Best LI restaurants on the water

Top LI hiking, walking trails3m read

3 Long Island cooking classes to stir your inner chef2m read

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From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook. Credit: Gary Licker; Newsday / Howard Schnapp; Randee Daddona; Newsday Archive

Your guide to excitement under the sun! From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdayComplete guide to 90+ LI beaches

Find fees, lifeguard status, amenities and more so you can swim, sunbathe or build sandcastles at one of Long Island's many beaches.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMemorial Day weekend guide: 30+ things to do Exploring LI's beaches after hours: Live music, seaside dining and more FunBook: 20+ ways to kick-start your ultimate summer

Only in NewsdayMeet Long Island's Class of 2025 valedictorians

Long Island 2025 Memorial Day parades and ceremonies10m read

Billy Joel cancels all concerts through '26 due to brain disorder diagnosis

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.

MICHAEL DOBIEOn Memorial Day, let us never forget2m read

GUEST ESSAYSStruggling veterans need human connection2m read

EDITORIALSMayday for air traffic safety3m read

What to know about Billy Joel's brain disorder

02:54

Top honors for twins at Mount Sinai High School

02:18

LI nurse broke barriers to serve her country

03:21

LI man's lifelong search to learn more about his fallen father

Quarantine lifted at LI duck farm after avian flu outbreak

02:01

Bay Shore school district alum gifts new sneakers

0:45

LI Sound quality report grades cleanliness of local waters

Biden's diagnosis brings prostate cancer awareness to the forefront

Trump administration lifts stop-work order for Empire Wind project

Places to try trendy Dubai chocolate on LI

01:31

More Long Island

Students honor fallen heroes with 1,000 ceramic poppies at military cemetery

Riverhead's poppy project is one of several ways students and community members are giving back at the cemetery for Memorial Day.

Suffolk officials warn of 'heinous' bank scams targeting seniors2m read

'Remember the sacrifices': Military parade marks 80th anniversary of end of WWII2m read

New, more contagious COVID-19 variant found in travelers coming to NY3m read

Only in NewsdayTime stands still in boyhood bedrooms of fallen Long Island Marines5m read

LI-based vape company promises to stop NYC sales2m read

LI district files amended complaint over mascot ban controversy2m read

Nation / World

President Donald Trump says Russian leader Vladimir Putin 'has gone absolutely CRAZY!'

President Donald Trump is making clear he is losing patience with Vladimir Putin, leveling some of his sharpest criticism at the Russian leader as Moscow pounds Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with drones and missiles for a third straight night.

8 mins ago1m read

Israel's latest strikes in Gaza kill 38 people including children7:36 pm4m read

Thousands mark 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder as they call for justice and decry Trump10 mins ago3m read

Susan Brownmiller, author of the landmark book on sexual assault, 'Against Our Will,' dies at 908:40 pm4m read

North Korea detains 4 officials over the failed launch of a naval destroyer7:34 pm1m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

Sports

Barker: Desperate Knicks break up starting lineup

One thing is for sure: It definitely was an uncharacteristic move for Tom Thibodeau, a coach who loves his starters.

14 mins ago3m read

MORE ON THIS TOPICKnicks' starting lineup change: Robinson in, Hart out

Yankees hold on, take series from Rockies behind Escarra's big game39 mins ago2m read

Lennon: Senga, Ohtani create quite the buzz at Citi Field39 mins ago3m read

Repeat champs! Lewis' OT goal gives Adelphi another crown8:46 pm3m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationState failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

The allegations against 46 doctors include illegally distributing opioids, fabricating records and sexual abuse.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee 46 LI doctors who were allowed to practice despite misconduct

Dangerous Roads Only in Newsday'I was super worried.' How to get a suspended license reinstated.4m read

Only in NewsdayNassau traffic court pauses hearings on school bus camera tickets, but town still writing tickets3m read

Only in NewsdayNewsday report prompts Suffolk County to put child fatality review team into action3m read

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

St. Dominic falls in CHSAA state Class A final

Aiden Cromwell had a team-high four assists and three goals, and JJ Ramsay had six goals and two assists.

53 mins ago1m read

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Only in NewsdayMichael DelGuidice opening live music venue on LI 3m read

Where to see movies for $1 on LI this summer1m read

'Mission Impossible — The Final Reckoning': Pure summer fun2m read

'Lilo & Stitch': Satisfying live-action remake2m read

Summer music preview: 50 great shows to catch on LI11m read

'Pee-wee as Himself': Fascinating, but incomplete portrait2m read

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