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Pond vs. river: Dam collapse creates debate over LI natural resource

Should the pond be recreated for human enjoyment, or should the Nissequogue River run wild?

MORE ON THIS TOPICRebuilding Stump Pond dam could cost up to $6M, Romaine saysCollapse of 2 Long Island dams could help restore habitats
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From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook. Credit: Gary Licker; Newsday / Howard Schnapp; Randee Daddona; Newsday Archive

Your guide to excitement under the sun! From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

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Brooklyn man charged with DWI in 4-vehicle Southern State crash1m read
Trump says he'll delay a threatened 50% tariff on the European Union until July1m read
Organizer: 187,000 people came to Jones Beach on air show's final day1m read

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Repeat champs! Lewis' OT goal gives Adelphi another crown3m read
Memorial Day Air Show 2025 at Jones Beach
Staffers who claimed they were inappropriately touched testify at principal's disciplinary hearing5m read
Boating season kicks off in Freeport with humor and holy water1m read
Prosecutors: Man tried to firebomb U.S. embassy building in Israel1m read
Deported to El Salvador, LI brothers hope to return to U.S.6m read
'We got you, Pop!': Alexa Ray Joel sends message of love, hope to her dad1m read
New restaurant takes over longtime LI spot1m read
Hearing Tuesday on rezoning that would allow casino at Nassau Coliseum1m read
Centereach man killed in 1-car crash in Manorville
Jones Beach summer concerts are returning for the 2025 season. Get tickets now.5m read
Worker killed in sewage-boat explosion on Hudson1m read
Richard Neer's Saturday WFAN program ends1m read
Bright blue bungalow with 'sweet details' on market for $699,0001m read
SUP yoga, water trampoline and more: Water sports to try this summer4m read
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      FunBook: 20+ ways to kick-start your ultimate summer

      It's time to start planning. Check out the 2025 guides to water excursions, state parks, seafood experiences and plenty more.

      MORE ON THIS TOPICUltimate guide to exploring LI state parksGuide: LI party boat rentals, fishing trips, sailing tours and moreAll's fairs and festivals on LI this summer
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      It's game on at these LI breweries3m read
      Best LI restaurants on the water 
      Top LI hiking, walking trails3m read
      3 Long Island cooking classes to stir your inner chef2m read
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      From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook. Credit: Gary Licker; Newsday / Howard Schnapp; Randee Daddona; Newsday Archive

      Your guide to excitement under the sun! From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

      Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

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          Complete guide to 90+ LI beaches

          Find fees, lifeguard status, amenities and more so you can swim, sunbathe or build sandcastles at one of Long Island's many beaches. 

          MORE ON THIS TOPICMemorial Day weekend guide: 30+ things to doExploring LI's beaches after hours: Live music, seaside dining and moreFunBook: 20+ ways to kick-start your ultimate summer
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          Billy Joel cancels all concerts through '26 due to brain disorder diagnosis
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          Top honors for twins at Mount Sinai High School
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          LI nurse broke barriers to serve her country
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          LI man's lifelong search to learn more about his fallen father
          Quarantine lifted at LI duck farm after avian flu outbreak
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          Bay Shore school district alum gifts new sneakers
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          LI Sound quality report grades cleanliness of local waters
          Biden's diagnosis brings prostate cancer awareness to the forefront
          Trump administration lifts stop-work order for Empire Wind project
          Places to try trendy Dubai chocolate on LI
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          Students honor fallen heroes with 1,000 ceramic poppies at military cemetery

          Riverhead's poppy project is one of several ways students and community members are giving back at the cemetery for Memorial Day.

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          New, more contagious COVID-19 variant found in travelers coming to NY3m read
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          Nation / World

          President Donald Trump says Russian leader Vladimir Putin 'has gone absolutely CRAZY!'

          President Donald Trump is making clear he is losing patience with Vladimir Putin, leveling some of his sharpest criticism at the Russian leader as Moscow pounds Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with drones and missiles for a third straight night.

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          Israel's latest strikes in Gaza kill 38 people including children4m read
          Thousands mark 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder as they call for justice and decry Trump3m read
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          Barker: Desperate Knicks break up starting lineup

          One thing is for sure: It  definitely was an uncharacteristic move for Tom Thibodeau, a coach who loves his starters.

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              State 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
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              Nassau traffic court pauses hearings on school bus camera tickets, but town still writing tickets3m read
              Newsday report prompts Suffolk County to put child fatality review team into action3m read
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                      LI's best Chinese restaurants
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                              St. Dominic falls in CHSAA state Class A final

                              Aiden Cromwell had a team-high four assists and three goals, and JJ Ramsay had six goals and two assists.

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