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LI schools to get $270M boost in state aid
The financial package for the Island, totaling nearly $5.3 billion, represents a $42 million increase from Gov. Kathy Hochul's original budget proposal in January.
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Flood watch in effect for LI; heavy rain and thunderstorms possible
New lawsuits in crash that killed tennis stars ... 'Forever chemicals' in tap water ... Knicks ready for Game 3 ... Best steakhouses for brunch
Survivor of wrong-way DWI crash that killed 2 LI teens files lawsuits, court documents show2m read
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7 LI water districts have 'forever chemicals' above federal limits, analysis finds6m read
Soviet spacecraft expected to fall to Earth after 53 years2m read
COVID-19 fraud on LI: See who's been sentenced and how much they must pay back
Letters to Mom from high school athletes for Mother's Day7m read
'A gift to the church': Election of first American pope, Leo XIV, brings surprise, joy, to LI Catholics5m read
LI Mets fan celebrated Pope Leo XIV unveiling in Vatican City2m read
Founder of LI-based 1-800-Flowers stepping down2m read
LI high school lacrosse coach charged with sexual exploitation of children3m read
Residents recall driving concerns on part of Southern State set for revamp2m read
Bill expands police ablity to remand a person believed to be mentally ill2m read
Sports Jobs: LIer is batting practice pitcher for Mets3m read
These resort-like condos come with a Long Beach luxury: A parking spot1m read
New family-run toy store champions sensory play1m read
Former Bellone aide agrees to $2G fine to settle ethics violations3m read
Emergency, weather alert text system launched by NYS1m read
Pope Leo XIV named first American pontiff in history
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LI museum commemorates D-Day, 80 years since WWII's end
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Plea hearing for ex-NYS trooper halted after he told the judge he 'didn't feel well' mentally
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Rangers introduce new head coach Mike Sullivan
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Hochul announces school cellphone ban
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Over-the-top NYC pizza spot opening LI location
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LI cheesecake shop takes on the Dubai chocolate trend
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Late payments from Nassau putting squeeze on day care providers
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Booming open mic nights on LI
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LI Works: Ken goes where the bison roam in Riverhead
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Big Bounce America, Gene Simmons Band and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend
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10 places to try trendy Dubai chocolate on LI5m read
Cradle Con returns with cartoons, cosplay and more4m read
LGBTQIA+ families find support at playdate2m read
New lawsuits in crash that killed tennis stars ... 'Forever chemicals' in tap water ... Knicks ready for Game 3 ... Best steakhouses for brunch
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Rejected by Ivy League, LI teen founder of app worth millions picks a school2m read
Great Neck North wins LI Physics Olympics2m read
Duck Donuts, Bango eatery among new tenants headed to revamped LI shopping center2m read
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Pope Leo XIV named first American pontiff in history
02:35
LI museum commemorates D-Day, 80 years since WWII's end
02:36
Plea hearing for ex-NYS trooper halted after he told the judge he 'didn't feel well' mentally
0:09
Rangers introduce new head coach Mike Sullivan
01:14
Hochul announces school cellphone ban
01:07
Over-the-top NYC pizza spot opening LI location
0:20
LI cheesecake shop takes on the Dubai chocolate trend
01:08
Late payments from Nassau putting squeeze on day care providers
02:32
Booming open mic nights on LI
0:56
LI Works: Ken goes where the bison roam in Riverhead
01:58
District: School closure averted with $24M in extra state funding
The Hempstead district qualified for the aid under a new funding formula to districts in which 20% or more of their student population attend charter schools.
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Church battles village over festival permit2m read
The history of Planting Fields takes root in a new book2m read
Officials: Auto theft ring stole $4.6M worth of cars on LI and NYC2m read
Bridgehampton rallies around AD Mike DeRosa after brain cancer diagnosis6m read
Taylor Dayne's former Lloyd Harbor home on market for $2.9 million
Trump floats cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of meeting as he looks to deescalate trade war
President Donald Trump has floated cutting tariffs on China from 145% to 80% ahead of a weekend meeting among top U.S. and Chinese trade officials as he looks to deescalate the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
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Most Americans disapprove of Trump's treatment of colleges, a new AP-NORC poll finds4m read
Freed Palestinian student accuses Columbia University of inciting violence2m read
Republicans wage a tax war over SALT, stalling Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'5m read
Judge to hear arguments over whether LA prosecutor should be kicked off Menendez case3m read
Sports Jobs: LIer is batting practice pitcher for Mets
"It's unreal. It really is," said the former Miller Place shortstop.
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Long Island Mets fan celebrated Pope Leo XIV unveiling in Vatican City2m read
Rangers new coach Sullivan sees plenty of talent with this team3m read
Jets No. 1 pick Armand Membou leads five rookies signing contracts with Gang Green1m read
At least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension
$3.7M and counting: What the fight over Grumman's park cleanup is costing residents
Analysis: 70% of Suffolk school bus camera tickets issued on streets where kids don't cross
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The Who's farewell tour coming to Jones Beach2m read
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Adam Pascal to direct Foreigner musical at LIU Post1m read
Blackmore's Night to join LI Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
