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

Among the 201,500 people who work at the city's stock brokerages, about 6% commute from Nassau and Suffolk counties.

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

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Wall Street bonuses ... 'The Picklr' coming to Centereach ... Yankee Stadium eats Credit: Newsday

Wall Street bonuses ... 'The Picklr' coming to Centereach ... Yankee Stadium eats Credit: Newsday

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Indoor pickleball chain to open first LI space in former Big Lots store55 mins ago4m read

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

$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

Couple opens new must-try fried chicken spot2m read

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

Islip reconsidering cannabis shops within town6:40 am3m read

Business on LI and across U.S. wrestle with drop in employee engagement5:26 am

Elmont HS athletes will keep playing Bellmore-Merrick teams following racism complaints6:28 am3m read

Transit plan for improved bus link to LaGuardia to be voted on Thursday1m read

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

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

Season PreviewGet to know Soto: Mets' superstar a 'kind, caring soul'6m read

$8 billion project next to Citi Field needs gaming license2m read

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

Charity, JCC team up to deliver kosher food for Passover for LI clients with food insecurity2m read

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

Miller Gardner's possible cause of death revealed, per report

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

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest UpdatesTrump nominates conservative media critic for ambassador to South Africa during strained relations Trump signs order seeking to overhaul US elections, including requiring proof of citizenship US Vice President JD Vance to join his wife in Greenland on Friday

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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Ms. Rachel impersonator brings YouTube star to life on LI

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Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

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Bayport boutique is winner of Newsday's Salon Showdown

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Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

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Suffolk PBA unveils memorial to fallen police officers

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Baldwin girls basketball captures third state title in program history

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10 best Mexican restaurants on Long Island

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High school welding class learns to build parts for submarines

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Things to do

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

How impersonators are bringing the YouTube sensation to life on Long Island for kids at play places and parties.

Welcome spring at one of LI's blooming botanical gardens4m read

Caribbean to Spain: Best pre-summer getaways to book5m read

Women's History MonthInside LI's hidden 'mini-mall' of women-owned businesses2m read

Iconic LI restaurant opening Caribbean location1m read

Said 'yes' to being a bridesmaid? Use our calculator to see how much it'll cost you.

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Wall Street bonuses ... 'The Picklr' coming to Centereach ... Yankee Stadium eats Credit: Newsday

Wall Street bonuses ... 'The Picklr' coming to Centereach ... Yankee Stadium eats Credit: Newsday

Missing girl's father to sue ... Allergy season is here ... Yankee Stadium eats ... Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts

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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

LETTERSCPS cases, food banks, school boards, sports bets

Reader letters to Newsday.

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

EDITORIALSChange needed at top of NUMC1m read

GUEST ESSAYSWhat I learned from Hazel Dukes on LI2m read

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

Ms. Rachel impersonator brings YouTube star to life on LI

01:52

Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

01:23

Bayport boutique is winner of Newsday's Salon Showdown

01:46

Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

0:15

Suffolk PBA unveils memorial to fallen police officers

0:14

Baldwin girls basketball captures third state title in program history

0:39

10 best Mexican restaurants on Long Island

01:39

High school welding class learns to build parts for submarines

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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.

Syosset girl turns leftover seeds into sustenance through 'Seeds of Hope' initiative1m 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 say6:32 am

Oyster Bay extends shellfishing moratorium1m read

Oyster Bay Town razes unused buildings and incinerator at Old Bethpage landfill2m read

Nation / World

US intelligence officials to appear at House hearing after Senate grilling over leaked military plan

Top intelligence officials are set to testify before House lawmakers a day after Senate Democrats grilled them over their participation in group chats that revealed U.S. military plans in Yemen to a journalist.

Homeland Security Secretary Noem visits the El Salvador prison where deported Venezuelans are held2m read

Told to fix notorious prison, Israel just relocated alleged abuses, detainees say5m read

In their own words: Trump officials shrugging off Signal leak once decried Clinton's server6:52 am4m read

3D printed and factory-built homes could help tackle housing crisis6:00 am4m 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.

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

Three takeaways from the Rangers' loss to the Kings2m read

Towns, Hart each have triple-doubles in Knicks' win over Mavs3m read

Rangers fall to Kings for fourth loss in last five games1m read

Source: Giants, Russell Wilson agree to one-year deal3m read

$8 billion project next to Citi Field needs gaming license

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

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 preview: 23 great concerts coming to LI6m read

Fox News Channel's Kat Timpf shares health update2m read

Spring TV preview: 28 great shows to watch8m read

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