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LI brush fires caused by family cooking s'mores, Suffolk officials say

The Manorville family used cardboard to light the flames, the Suffolk police commissioner said on Monday.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC'Flying embers can travel a mile' and other outdoor fire safety tips after Suffolk wildfires Wildfire fighting has its own lingo. Here are some words to know Photos: Fires along Sunrise Highway

LI student charged with making threat of mass harm on social media 1m read

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Cops: Worker killed by payloader at North Lawrence mason yard10:22 pm

Only in NewsdayNYPD transfers scores of officers to regular precinct duties 2m read

Only in NewsdayA new tiki boat will set sail from port behind LI brewery this summer1m read

3 SUNY schools could face punishment over antisemitism claims11:04 pm2m read

Nassau County eyes $3M more in legal fights over casino2m read

2nd raccoon in Suffolk tests positive for rabies1m read

Yanks' Cole to have Tommy John surgery on Tuesday3m read

As strike ends, NY says more than 2,000 correction officers will be fired 2m read

Regents exam exemptions in emergencies get preliminary OK2m read

Firefighters rescue woman from bedroom of burning Bay Shore home

Trump warns that arrest of Palestinian activist at Columbia will be 'first of many'3m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest UpdatesMusk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraud Trump administration halts funding for two cybersecurity efforts, including one for elections Senate confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Trump's labor secretary

NCC professors appeal dismissal of suit to stop consolidation2m read

Stocks' sell-off worsens as Wall Street wonders how much pain Trump will accept for the economy4m read

Officials to decide if Port Jeff can annex neighborhood

Police ID man killed in Suffolk crash11:10 pm

LIRR adding service on Oyster Bay branch1m read

Only in NewsdayLI families priced out by high rents move out of state

Firefighters knock down Westhampton brush fire

02:06

Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic

02:42

Court filing: BusPatrol, Town of Hempstead improperly using windshield cameras for tickets

01:56

Former Entenmann family home on the market

01:57

Tips on eating your way around LI's first Wegmans

02:28

Complaints against mom dismissed for years before crash that killed 9-year-old son

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Spring is in bloom at Hicks Nurseries

01:56

Building strength and balance like an American Ninja Warrior

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Facts you may not know about Grand Central Madison

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New ER at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles space

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Things to do

'Every strand tells a story': Salon owner starts family braiding class

The West Hempstead academy offers classes on braiding, locs and more, celebrating natural hair and cultural heritage.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHow a NYS law about hair is changing LI cosmetology school programs LI beauty schools seeing a boom in curly hair care interest nearly a year after NYS law

St. Patrick's Day weekend guide: Parades, concerts and more4m read

Spring is in bloom at the annual Hicks flower show 3m read

Only in NewsdayNew mobile Easter experience brings the bunny visit to you 1m read

Standout restaurant opening another LI location

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

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Long Islanders' Favorites

East End blaze brings back memories of Sunrise Fire of 1995

In late August to early September of 1995, the wind-whipped Sunrise Fire burned some 5,000 acres of the pine barrens on both sides of Sunrise Highway at Westhampton.

Only in NewsdayLI's 6 Regeneron finalists in D.C. for a shot at up to $250G in prize money7m read

How to eat your way around Wegmans2m read

Irish pride swells at these St. Patrick's Day parades2m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSSuffolk fires are a warning

Dry weather, high winds and pine trees turned into tinder by invasive beetles created ideal wildfire conditions.

GUEST ESSAYSToll program cost shouldn't be privacy2m read

LETTERSFive years after COVID-19: Long Island reflects

THE POINTConnecting the Adelson, Blakeman dots in the Nassau Casino bid3m read

Firefighters knock down Westhampton brush fire

02:06

Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic

02:42

Court filing: BusPatrol, Town of Hempstead improperly using windshield cameras for tickets

01:56

Former Entenmann family home on the market

01:57

Tips on eating your way around LI's first Wegmans

02:28

Complaints against mom dismissed for years before crash that killed 9-year-old son

04:51

Spring is in bloom at Hicks Nurseries

01:56

Building strength and balance like an American Ninja Warrior

01:48

Facts you may not know about Grand Central Madison

01:52

New ER at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles space

01:44

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayThe latest AP test rankings are out. See how NY, LI fared.

New York, for the third consecutive year, maintained its high state ranking in Advanced Placement testing, while dozens of high schools on Long Island won individual honors.

New diner opens on LI1m read

Wheatley Heights woman sues Babylon over planned industrial park2m read

Only in NewsdayNational summer camp chain to open first LI location2m read

Are kids allowed at Gateway's 'Frozen'? Child disturbance policy explained.2m read

Cyndi Lauper, Counting Crows set for Jones Beach1m read

3 castles to visit on and near Long Island1m read

Nation / World

Musk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraud

Elon Musk says Social Security and other federal benefit programs will be targeted in his hunt for fraudulent spending.

Doctors declare Pope Francis no longer in imminent danger due to pneumonia, but remains hospitalized2m read

Utah will be the first state to ban fluoride in drinking water3m read

Ukraine will propose a limited ceasefire during talks with the US in Saudi Arabia, officials say10:21 pm2m read

Guatemala's Volcano of Fire erupts and forces evacuations1m read

Newsday Live

Congestion pricing: What you need to know

Sports

Yanks' Cole to have Tommy John surgery on Tuesday

The procedure will be performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who examined Gerrit Cole on Monday in Los Angeles.

Source: Jets, Justin Fields agree to two-year deal10:36 pm3m read

Rock: Hey, Giants, time to get your act together 3m read

Lennon: Cole surgery sends Yanks' spring from bad dream to nightmare3m 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

Warm up with the best hot chocolate on LI4m read

12 standout burgers on LI

LI's best Chinese restaurants

LI's best Italian restaurants

High School Sports

Mannix finds Forthofer, Wantagh wins Nassau Class A girls basketball title

Riley Forthofer hits game-winner and Wantagh advances to Long Island Class A championship.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Wantagh-Lynbrook in Nassau Class A girls hoops final

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Entertainment

'Frozen' at Gateway: The snow must go on5m read

Women's History MonthThese women rock: Simply Swifties, Joni Project and more2m read

Cinema comeback: LI theaters reopening, remodeling6m read

'Chaos: The Manson Murders': Too ambitious for too short a time1m read

Tom Llamas replacing Lester Holt as NBC News anchor1m read

Oscar-winning 'Anora' to start streaming 1m read

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