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Only in NewsdayLI educators say rollout of Hochul's school cellphone ban could pose logistical challenge

Some school leaders worry about the short timeframe to implement the ban, and how districts will address exemptions for students with medical needs or who use phones for translation.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLawmakers, others push back on Hochul plan to ban cellphones in schools Hochul wants to limit cellphone use in schools. What's in her plan, and how could it work on LI?

Millions in capital money left on the table despite protracted fight in Nassau

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In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. Credit: Newsday Staff; File Footage: Photo Credit: Nakaine Bartholin, Frank LaRosa

In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. Credit: Newsday Staff; File Footage: Photo Credit: Nakaine Bartholin, Frank LaRosa

Financial situation 'completely destroyed' In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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Only in NewsdayGilgo Beach victims memorialized on park benches near where their remains were found4m read

One of LI's oldest restaurants reopening after renovation

The new owners hope to turn this summer favorite into a year-round destination.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBest LI restaurants on the water LI restaurants that have lasted 50 years

Costs rise as hospitals buy traditional private practices5m read

Motorcyclist killed in Farmingville crash, police say

FBI says 8 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled 'Free Palestine'4m read

Construction begins on new luxury apartments in Riverhead2m read

Three takeaways from the Yankees' nine-game road trip2m read

MLB power rankings after two months3m read

Court papers: Jury awards nearly $2.9 million to man after Nassau police beating2m read

Oakdale draws buyers with charming history on the water3m read

2 rescued after plane crashes in Sound off Connecticut coast

No sweat: State AG settles with Equinox, SoulCycle over cancellation hurdles1m read

Cops: Crash forces closure of Union Boulevard in West Islip

Palm trees transform LI backyards into tropical paradise4m read

Uncharted wants to be Long Island's 'happy place'3m read

Brookhaven marsh restoration aims to protect inland properties4m read

Only in NewsdaySuffolk Dems benefited from PSEG campaign donations to super PAC6m read

NYS Police warn phone scammers impersonating officers

Town of Hempstead says 80,000 school bus camera tickets are valid

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Latino families in the Hamptons allege investor scammed them out of their homes

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Spotted: Joe Jonas arrives for a meet and greet at Long Island record store

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Body found in garbage truck at Long Island school after nearby dumpster pickup, police say

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Bedrooms of the fallen

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After the crash: The financial toll of Long Island’s dangerous roads

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LI Works: Earning dough with the 'Pope of Pizza'

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Supporters, protesters gather outside Massapequa High School

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Sources: Detective owns home where body was found in pool

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Summer dining: What's new on the East End

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Things to do

LI's best homemade ice cream

No matter where you are on Long Island, you're never far from homemade ice cream.

MORE ON THIS TOPICCritic's picks: Best gelato on LI Guide: 20 LI chocolate shops Best LI restaurants on the water

Reserve your own lounger or cabana at these East End escapes3m read

Three new wave bands hitting LI this summer2m read

Ultimate guide to exploring LI state parks

Charmed: Add these accessories to your handbag3m read

LI winery experiences: Caviar pairings to movie nights4m read

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In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. Credit: Newsday Staff; File Footage: Photo Credit: Nakaine Bartholin, Frank LaRosa

In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. Credit: Newsday Staff; File Footage: Photo Credit: Nakaine Bartholin, Frank LaRosa

Financial situation 'completely destroyed' In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

Where to pick your own strawberries on LI

Long Island farms open for strawberry picking as June marks the peak season.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI's blooming botanical gardens and arboretums Famous Food Festival, Lavender Festival and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend Where to see fireworks this summer on LI

Only in NewsdayLI lawmakers: Toughen state doctor discipline system7m read

16 new LI restaurants to try this summer8m read

Only in NewsdayPresident Trump's policies: What do they mean for LI?

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

LETTERSMusings: Let's take care of our Earth

Reader letters to Newsday.

LETTERSMusings: Our season of discontent1m read

GUEST ESSAYSBudget cuts undermine EPA's mission2m read

EXPRESSWAYIn Kings Park, walks, whispers and winds of time2m read

Town of Hempstead says 80,000 school bus camera tickets are valid

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Latino families in the Hamptons allege investor scammed them out of their homes

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Spotted: Joe Jonas arrives for a meet and greet at Long Island record store

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Body found in garbage truck at Long Island school after nearby dumpster pickup, police say

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Bedrooms of the fallen

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After the crash: The financial toll of Long Island’s dangerous roads

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LI Works: Earning dough with the 'Pope of Pizza'

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Supporters, protesters gather outside Massapequa High School

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Sources: Detective owns home where body was found in pool

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Summer dining: What's new on the East End

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More Long Island

Only in NewsdayPride Month 2025: LGBTQ+ community faces renewed challenges

This year Pride Month finds the community balancing celebration with defiance, as they resist political moves threatening their hard-fought rights.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC'Pride month is for everyone'

First in NewsdayFormer Hofstra president Rabinowitz, 3 others named to new NUMC board2m read

Only in NewsdayLI breweries navigate PFAS contamination in beer5m read

New waterside eatery opens in Patchogue1m read

Drive an exotic car at this Nassau Coliseum event1m read

NY law provides up to $10G for expenses to encourage organ donations2m read

Cuban Giants, Black baseball team founded in 1880s, honored at LI home3m read

Nation / World

What we know about the suspect and victims in the Boulder, Colorado, attack

Six people calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza were injured at an outdoor mall in Boulder, Colorado, by a man who used a makeshift flamethrower and hurled an incendiary device into the crowd.

The election of a Trump ally in Poland could alter EU and Ukraine policies2m read

China blasts US for its computer chip moves and for threatening student visas2m read

Tulsa's new Black mayor proposes $100M trust to 'repair' impact of 1921 Race Massacre3m read

South Korea holds a snap presidential election Tuesday. Here's what to know.3m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

Sports

Yarbrough dazzles, LeMahieu collects four hits as Yankees avoid sweep vs. Dodgers

DJ LeMahieu went 4-for-5 and raised his batting average from .171 to .239, and Ryan Yarbrough allowed one run in six innings.

MORE ON THIS TOPICYanks' Warren takes ownership of poor outing Three takeaways from the Yankees' nine-game road trip

Barker: Thibodeau has earned right to keep coaching Knicks3m read

Only in Newsday'An empty feeling': Mets can relate to Knicks falling short in playoffs2m read

Three takeaways from the Mets' nine-game homestand1m read

Lennon: Mets, Big 3 take care of business at home3m 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

Filippone's play on high chopper clinches Suffolk AAA baseball title for Connetquot

With the bases loaded and two outs in the seventh, DJ Filippone made a nice defensive play on a high chopper toward second base and threw to first for the final out.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Suffolk Class AAA baseball championship

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Lester Holt signs off 'NBC Nightly News'2m read

'Karate Kid: Legends': Easy, breezy and enjoyable1m read

'Mountainhead' review: Brutal farce from 'Succession' creator2m read

Jackie Martling's LI house (and the Joke Man, too) featured in new Amazon Prime series2m read

LI's Ralph Macchio is back in 'Karate Kid: Legends'5m read

'A great couple of seconds': Fans wait for hours in the rain for chance to meet Joe Jonas at West Babylon record store1m read

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