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Even with no confirmed shark sightings on Long Island beaches so far this summer, the safety of bathers remains a top priority. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

Bathing safety still a top priority at LI beaches

The funeral for NYPD officer Emilia Rennhack was held Saturday in New Hyde Park. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'She was just a friendly person who was liked by everyone'

Microplastics are polluting Long Island 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'

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'

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A police officer spotted the vehicle from behind and pulled the driver over. 

Teens charged with shooting fireworks through sunroof of moving car

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The dispute involved several people and was witnessed by a child, police said.

LI man charged, Florida man critical after stabbing at Adventureland

In a Suffolk Supreme Court filing July 3, the town alleged the owners built a go-cart track, pickleball courts and party room without town approvals.

Riverhead sues Calverton adventure park over alleged code violations

The 48-year-old man was struck by two vehicles on Rockaway Turnpike in Lawrence.

Moped rider killed in wrong-way crash

Signs in Riverhead announcing a "Government Auction" are a scam, the town police said.

Riverhead cops warn of scam auction signs

Last year was Long Island's deadliest since at least 2013 for young people behind the wheel, data shows.

Young drivers' fatal crashes hit high on LI after driver's ed rules paused during pandemic

The state's issuing of a new license undercuts its effort to uphold anti-discrimination laws and highlights New York consumers' lack of easy access to real estate agents' disciplinary histories.

NYS grants license in error to real estate agent after ban for housing discrimination 

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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'

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.

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