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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'

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

'It celebrates America'

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'

Off duty NYPD officer among victims in Deer Park salon crash

What to know about the Deer Park nail salon crash

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The expo's 25th edition runs July 13-17 in Bellmore; online version is available.

LI International Film Expo offers local films, more

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Evidence is emerging that these tiny particles can cause outsize harm to marine ecosystems and to human health.

How plastic particles invading LI Sound can wind up in your body

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

Fourth of July fireworks lead to injuries, damage, arrests on LI

Police said the man told a child to light fireworks, which malfunctioned and sparked a fire.

Cops: Man faces fireworks charges after house fire

Long Islanders who ventured out to view fireworks did so under partly cloudy skies but rain is on the way, according to the National Weather Service.

A rain-free night of fireworks

The retailer began going-out-of-business sales Friday at its 21 stores, which are in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island.

Bob's Stores closing all 21 stores, including 2 on Long Island, after bankruptcy filing

Long Islanders enjoyed temps in the 80s as they celebrated the nation's 248th birthday.

Beachgoing, parades and reflections on America on Independence Day

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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.

'Very sad, very emotional'

A Patchogue man pleaded not guilty to charges of concealment of a human corpse, after, prosecutors and police said in court records, he confessed to using an ax to chop up a woman's body. 

Human remains found along Montauk Highway

Former Steve Bellone deputy Lisa Black said the 2022 attack affected only 2% of county systems in her testimony Wednesday.

Suffolk legislative committee questions former Steve Bellone deputy

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