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$1,100 for a kid's birthday party? What 5 LI families paid

Parents are feeling pressure to find innovative ways to celebrate their child's big day, often with steep price tags.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHere's where to find party supplies on LI now that Party City is closing She's not Ms. Rachel, but don't tell the kids 4 shops that host birthday parties for kids and shopping opportunities for parents

Shinnecock want to resume limited work on gas station for safety reasons2m read

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Indoor pickleball chain to open first LI space in former Big Lots store4m read

Season PreviewYankees will start season with plenty of injury issues 3m read

3 houses that sold for $450,000 or less last month in Suffolk

Here's what buyers paid, what they got and how they compare to the median selling price in Suffolk.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSuffolk home prices match record high as listings fall What did buyers pay for houses in your neighborhood so far this year?3-bed homes sold for $200,000 more than 2-beds last month, data shows

Couple opens new must-try fried chicken spot2m read

New retail store Uncharted opens in Greenvale

Wall Street bonuses jumped 31.5% to $244,700 on average in 2024

Mega Millions jackpot to grow bigger, faster next month, officials say2m read

Ah-choo! Spring allergy season on LI has already begun2m read

Only in NewsdayMissing girl case: Alleged sex-trafficking victim's father intends to sue Suffolk, filing shows4m read

Ex-LIRR supervisor Joe Keyes, of Patchogue, dies at 732m read

The Atlantic releases the entire Signal chat showing Hegseth's detailed attack plans against Houthis3m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest UpdatesChange in itinerary for U.S. Vice President JD Vance brings cautious relief for Greenland and Denmark Rubio calls on Turkey for support in seeking peace in Ukraine Trump nominates conservative media critic for ambassador to South Africa during strained relations

Islip reconsidering cannabis shops within town3m read

Business on LI and across U.S. wrestle with drop in employee engagement

Newsday's Long Island All-Decade girls basketball players: The 1990s4m read

Elmont HS athletes will keep playing Bellmore-Merrick teams following racism complaints3m read

How to delete your 23andMe data1m read

Bus service from LIRR to LaGuardia: What to know about $160M improvement plan1m read

LI woman pleads not guilty to new indictment in missing girl case2m read

'Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts

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Memorial Mass marks 1 year since NYPD Det. Diller was killed

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LI Works: Ken makes candles at Tall Wicks Candle Company

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has heated exchange with 2 Democrats

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Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

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Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

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Ms. Rachel impersonator brings YouTube star to life on LI

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Suffolk PBA unveils memorial to fallen police officers

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Bayport boutique is winner of Newsday's Salon Showdown

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10 best Mexican restaurants on Long Island

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Things to do

Here's where to find party supplies on LI now that Party City is closing

Mom-and-pop shops offer balloons. decor and more goods and services to make local events sparkle.

MORE ON THIS TOPICY2K fashion is now vintage, and Gen Z is hunting for it at LI thrift stores Inside LI's hidden 'mini-mall' of women-owned businesses

LI mansion to host food festival featuring live music1m read

Smorgasburg and other food festivals worth a trip to NYC3m read

She's not Ms. Rachel, but don't tell the kids

Here's when LI's popular warm-weather spots will reopen 10m read

Iconic LI restaurant opening Caribbean location1m read

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Are apartments too pricey for you in LI's hotspots? Try these alternatives.

While many renters have to compromise to get something in their budget, they can still find a glimmer of the same lifestyle in these alternatives.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC7 tips to find an apartment on Long Island on a budget What did buyers pay for houses in your neighborhood so far this year?Where a 3-minute drop in your LIRR commute could mean a $450 rent hike

I Do!: He completed an Ironman, then got down on one knee1m read

Great Neck student wins 'bee' that tests neurological knowledge2m read

'Longer wait times': Social Security announces phone service changes2m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

GUEST ESSAYSSeeking ways to address mental health crisis

Expanding involuntary commitment via the state budget is not an answer to this complex issue.

COMMENTARYWhat we're getting right fighting the overdose epidemic4m read

LETTERSCPS cases, food banks, school boards, sports bets3m read

THE POINTThere's no business like Blakeman's show business2m read

'Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts

01:31

Memorial Mass marks 1 year since NYPD Det. Diller was killed

0:18

LI Works: Ken makes candles at Tall Wicks Candle Company

01:46

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has heated exchange with 2 Democrats

0:41

Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

01:23

Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

0:15

Ms. Rachel impersonator brings YouTube star to life on LI

01:52

Suffolk PBA unveils memorial to fallen police officers

0:14

Bayport boutique is winner of Newsday's Salon Showdown

01:46

10 best Mexican restaurants on Long Island

01:39

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayRising costs, cultural shifts have LI families rethinking the final goodbye

More are opting for cremation and personalized memorials as funeral costs rise and cultural norms shift.

Reputed gang member sentenced to 40 years in prison for 2020 murder2m read

Memorial Mass held to mark 1 year since killing of NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller2m read

Only in NewsdaySuffolk Human Rights Commission disagrees with outcome of 14 police misconduct cases6m read

Garbarino reschedules town hall to April 71m read

Grenade in Hampton Bays backyard not at risk for explosion, police say

Oyster Bay extends shellfishing moratorium1m read

Nation / World

Change in itinerary for U.S. Vice President JD Vance brings cautious relief for Greenland and Denmark

The couple will now visit the U.S. Space Force outpost at Pituffik, on the northwest coast of Greenland, instead of Usha Vance’s previously announced solo trip to the Avannaata Qimussersu dogsled race in Sisimiut.

A heart-shaped note was found in socks bound for Luigi Mangione, prosecutors say1m read

Supreme Court upholds Biden rule requiring serial numbers and background checks for ghost guns2m read

Researchers in limbo as Columbia bows to Trump's demands in bid to restore $400M federal funding3m read

A year after the Baltimore bridge collapse, a long road to recovery is ahead4m read

Newsday Live

Congestion pricing: What you need to know

Sports

Season PreviewGet to know Soto: Mets' superstar a 'kind, caring soul'

Owner of sports' richest contract talks past, present, future in one-on-one.

Isles are now one point out of wild-card spot2m read

Rock: Wilson signing means Giants have time to find a QB in draft3m read

Season PreviewYankees will start season with plenty of injury issues 3m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationMold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

Several residents at local senior housing were afraid to speak out, citing fears they could be evicted.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRockville Centre housing complex wins 32 years of tax breaks Residents fear displacement as town plans to rebuild senior housing complex

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in Newsday$3.7M and counting: What the fight over Grumman's park cleanup is costing residents

Newsday InvestigationAnalysis: 70% of Suffolk school bus camera tickets issued on streets where kids don't cross

12 standout burgers on LI

LI's best Chinese restaurants

LI's best Italian restaurants

Best brunch restaurants on LI

High School Sports

'It's been a great experience to be home'

Jayden Stroman, Patchogue-Medford baseball star and brother of Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman, spoke about his unusual journey to playing for his hometown team. Newsday Sports' Jolie Katzen reports.

MORE ON THIS TOPICJayden Stroman's road to pro ball makes stop at Pat-Med

Join the discussion on Long Island's stormy future

Watch nextLI's documentary, explore our immersive map and share your experiences on this threat the region faces.

Entertainment

LI singer advances on 'The Voice'2m read

Hank Azaria now leads Bruce Springsteen tribute band3m read

Would you believe Barbara Feldon, Barbara Eden, more TV stars are over 90?3m read

Spring TV preview: 28 great shows to watch8m read

Spring preview: 23 great concerts coming to LI6m read

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