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Only in NewsdayFunding increase to cut waitlist for LI seniors seeking in-home services, state says

The funds will be directed toward eliminating the waitlist of nearly 900 requests for services on Long Island, one official said.

Only in NewsdayNassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman files countersuit against Democrats over legality of armed citizen program2m read

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Only in NewsdayLI's (literal) connection to Newark's airport problems, explained3m read

Best LI restaurants on the water

Find your waterside table with our searchable guide to restaurants on the north and south shores.

MORE ON THIS TOPICCritic's picks: Best gelato on LI Ultimate guide to exploring LI state parks All's fairs and festivals on LI this summer

$37G in legal fees later, Village of the Branch approves church festival2m read

Only in NewsdayLI mother travels to nation's capital for Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship3m read

LI brothers deported to El Salvador after decade in U.S.2m read

Only in NewsdayPSEG LI exec made more than $837,000 in total compensation in 20243m read

Combs' defense seeks to counter prosecution's portrayal of relationship between rapper and ex-girlfriend3m read

Missing swimmer's body recovered, cops say

Transit worker accused of taking cash to let riders on subway1m read

Valley Stream teen paints custom cleats for Yankees, Mets players4m read

Asian Heritage MonthJapanese discount chain opens first LI shop, a treasure trove for anime fans1m read

State budget includes $47M for free community college in certain fields2m read

Official: Long Beach High School threat believed to be a hoax1m read

LI man whose prison sentence was commuted by President Trump back in court2m read

Newsday InvestigationSlower investigations, fewer penalties under NY's doctor discipline system

Businesses to offer special deals on Nassau's '516 Day'1m read

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

Voters Guide: See your district’s proposed budget and school board candidates

Bethpage Black makes changes in advance of the Ryder Cup

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Looking at repairs needed inside the East River tunnels

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Broken Practice: State failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

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Central Islip brothers deported to El Salvador

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NYPD dog, Simo, named after fallen detective from LI, is retiring

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Great white shark spotted off Montauk coast

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Know before you go: FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach

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Summer concerts preview: Billy Joel, Cyndi Lauper and more

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LI bakery serving gelato on brioche

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LI Works: Visiting the Willy Wonka of lacrosse

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Things to do

Gold Coast Book Fair to honor Nelson DeMille

The second annual fair will also feature Ron Chernow, Lili Taylor and more.

Escape to Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket7m read

Cradle Con, Hamptons Vinyl Record Fair and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend

Sweet memories: Remembering LI's soda shoppes and candy stores6m read

All dolled up: 3 places where kids can design outfits, accessories for dolls and stuffies4m read

Historic vehicles and veterans unite for V-E Day parade Memorial Day weekend 3m read

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in Newsday54,000 LI drivers cited for speeding through highway work zones, data shows

From May 2023 to May 2024, more than 134,000 citations were issued across state highway construction sites, with 40% of those citations in Nassau and Suffolk.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSign up for the Dangerous Roads newsletter Long Island's dangerous roads: Complete coverage See the most dangerous roads in your neighborhood

First in NewsdayShake Shack, Panda Express and more heading to revamped Green Acres Mall5m read

AAA: Memorial Day weekend travel to set record1m read

Great white shark spotted off Montauk coast

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

RANDI F. MARSHALLHousing takes center in town elections

Challengers in Smithtown and Huntington promote false narratives on preservation.

LETTERSMedicaid cuts, cellphones for kids, self-deportation1m read

EDITORIALSStand strong on SALT relief1m read

RANDI F. MARSHALLAmtrak takes the press on a tour of the aging East River Tunnel tubes2m read

Bethpage Black makes changes in advance of the Ryder Cup

02:10

Looking at repairs needed inside the East River tunnels

02:09

Broken Practice: State failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

17:08

Central Islip brothers deported to El Salvador

01:20

NYPD dog, Simo, named after fallen detective from LI, is retiring

01:17

Great white shark spotted off Montauk coast

01:20

Know before you go: FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach

01:34

Summer concerts preview: Billy Joel, Cyndi Lauper and more

02:30

LI bakery serving gelato on brioche

01:33

LI Works: Visiting the Willy Wonka of lacrosse

01:52

More Long Island

DA: Ex-schools janitor facing over 100 child-sex-related charges

The Lindenhurst Union Free School District said Brian Woehr had been terminated from his part-time job years before the alleged offenses.

Where to find LI food trucks6m read

Patchogue's Alive After Five and more live music events returning this summer3m read

'Sellers are in the driver's seat:' LI home prices surge in Suffolk, level off in Nassau2m read

Census data shows rise in population in most Long Island towns, cities

NCC professors' union: Promotions, tenure appointments being held up amid contract talks1m read

Michael Dowling stepping down as Northwell Health CEO3m read

Nation / World

Trump's Mideast trip splashes out on deals and diplomacy but is quiet on human rights

Saudi royalty and American billionaires were in the front row for a speech in Riyadh where President Donald Trump condemned what he called past U.S. interference in the wealthy Gulf states.

The FBI is disbanding one of its public corruption squads in its Washington office, AP sources say1m read

Endurance swimmer is attempting first-ever swim around Martha's Vineyard ahead of 'Jaws' anniversary3m read

UN aid chief defends using 'genocide' in Gaza remarks to Security Council3m read

Air traffic controllers in Denver scrambled to use backup communications during an outage2m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Michael Symon

Sports

Valley Stream teen paints custom cleats for Yankees, Mets players

14-year-old Evan Taveras has painted cleats for the Mets' Pete Alonso and the Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr., among other MLB stars.

AnalysisBoo Soto all you want, Yankees fans. Just make sure it's for the right reasons.

Lennon: Five storylines for this weekend's Subway Series3m read

Barker: Knicks need to get Towns more involved in offense3m read

Only in NewsdayBronx giraffe winless in Mets' mascot race, and some smell a rat3m 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

McGowan's play saves lead, keeps ESM baseball undefeated

The shortstop's sliding stop on a grounder in the seventh prevented the tying run from scoring.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Summer treat: AMC Theatres will slash ticket prices on Wednesdays1m read

How to see Broadway's big shows at small prices4m read

'Murderbot': Entertaining send-up of cyborgs2m read

Gold Coast Book Fair to honor Nelson DeMille3m read

Talking and laughing with The Lockhorns' dynamic duo3m read

Bobby Darin is having his moment on LI and Broadway6m read

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