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Only in Newsday'Not even considered': Local LI candidates on packed ballots struggle to get voters' attention

While Democrats have supported the change, Republicans are concerned.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island Voters Guide 2026: NYS, Nassau and Suffolk county elections

'Fight the good fight': Breast cancer walk draws thousands to Jones Beach

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore. Credit: Randee Daddona, Michael A. Rupolo Sr.

Out East Show: Visit The Shamrock evergreen maze, Sannino Vineyard, Seven Ponds Orchard and the Warrior Ranch Foundation NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

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Woman charged with DWI after car crashes into ambulance

Only in Newsday'You can't be in peace': For Iranians in Great Neck, a long war takes its toll

Season PreviewDefending an NBA title: Knicks coach Brown preparing his players for the challenges

Feed Me

LI eateries with standout vegetarian dishes

There four restaurants know the ways of eggplant and tofu, but they also have great food in general, meatless or not.

8 must-try sweet treats for fall

Only in NewsdayLI's best new restaurants of 2026

Go on a small-town LI food crawl

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Cold Sunday morning a preview of chilly fall weather

Thousands attend 'No Kings' rallies throughout LI

Glen Cove to hike tax levy by 1.8% next year amid fiscal challenges

A massive turnout for Oyster Fest despite Saturday's chill

Only in NewsdayPhotos: LIers head to the Oyster Fest

'Paul Longo Field': Floyd dedicates varsity football field to legendary coach

LI student named finalist in Junior Innovators Challenge

Man shot, killed on subway platform in Midtown; NYPD seeks suspect

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

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What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

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Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

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A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

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Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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Out East: Sannino Vineyard

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A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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Football

Analysis'Fear the Jets?' Why one player thinks that's the key, plus other things to watch vs. the Pats.

After going 0-6 in division last year, Jets are eager to make an early statement at New England.

AnalysisGiants-Saints: What is the mindset of Big Blue's rookie kicker after his first misses?

Gridiron Greats from Week 6 of the LI high school football season

Things to do

Sweet memories: Remembering LI's bakery thrift stores

These outlets provided local families with discounted breads, cakes and pastries.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRemembering when Wetson's ruled LI fast food Remembering Woolworth's, the beloved variety store chain Remembering Howard Johnson's, the beloved restaurant chain

No Plaza? 6 luxury NYC hotels to visit while the iconic spot is closed.

Hike (or tiptoe) past these abandoned LI haunts

New shop offers a deep dive into vintage comics, toys and records

Escape to this under-the-radar Rhode Island beach town

New Halloween film festival set to haunt historic LI mansion

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore. Credit: Randee Daddona, Michael A. Rupolo Sr.

Out East Show: Visit The Shamrock evergreen maze, Sannino Vineyard, Seven Ponds Orchard and the Warrior Ranch Foundation NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders Favorites

Only in Newsday'He's still getting away with it': Ex-doc hasn't paid a dime of $1.6B in sex abuse judgments

The 91-year-old former pediatrician transferred a home into his wife's name days before a law made assets of accused sexual abusers vulnerable.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSexual abuse judgments against former Merrick pediatrician total $1.6 billion Former Merrick pediatrician hit with $27M sexual abuse judgment

Congressional candidate got fundraising boost after explicit pictures released, filing shows

Long Island could be in for a wetter, but warmer, winter, NOAA projects

PTA treasurer pleads guilty to stealing $50G from group to use on personal expenses

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements so far

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why as endorsements are published throughout October.

MICHAEL DOBIEJoni Mitchell, officially on 'Both Sides, Now'

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion endorses McCarthy for North Hempstead Town supervisor

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion endorses Saladino for Oyster Bay Town supervisor

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Niche sports might get you a leg up to play at college level

01:49

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

02:32

Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

02:03

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

01:42

Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

02:34

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

02:09

Out East: Sannino Vineyard

02:46

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

01:53

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

02:20

More Long Island

Second measles case of the year confirmed in Nassau County

The unvaccinated adult over 50 years old represents the second case in the county this year.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMeasles spike spurs Hochul to declare state disaster emergency

Winning $3M scratch-off sold at Nassau convenience store

First in NewsdayRoss Dress for Less opening new LI store in former Wren Kitchens space

Reps. Suozzi and Gillen receive envelopes with suspicious substance

First in NewsdayEx-town parks chief, fired over AI audit flap, sues for job back

4 displaced, 3 injured in overnight house fire

Nation / World

Pope Leo tells faithful in St. Peter's Square he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV has thanked the faithful in St. Peter's Square for their prayers after his hospitalization for lung surgery.

Trump endorses embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection

Carney says 4 service members killed and dozens injured in fire at Alberta military base

Macron to address nation after riots and looting lead to 1,800 arrests across France

Latino voters helped put Trump back in the White House. What's their next move?

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Analysis'Fear the Jets?' Why one player thinks that's the key, plus other things to watch vs. the Pats.

After going 0-6 in division last year, Jets are eager to make an early statement at New England.

AnalysisGiants-Saints: What is the mindset of Big Blue's rookie kicker after his first misses?

Season PreviewDefending an NBA title: Knicks coach Brown preparing his players for the challenges

Season PreviewThese 7 teams pose the biggest threats to Knicks' hopes to a championship repeat

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

Ditch to replace Relish in Kings Park

Only in NewsdayPrivate 18-course dining experience opens below popular sushi spot

First in NewsdayIHOP headed to Suffolk space formerly occupied by restaurant chain

Chain eatery opens 1st LI location, inside mall

High School Sports

PSAL HS football roundup from Week 5 of the season

A recap of games from the fifth week of the season.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Remembering U2's Long Island concerts

Will Billy Joel be able to perform again? Time and tests will tell.

Why we still love 'Lucy' after 75 years

Catching up with WCBS NewsRadio's Tim Scheld

Foghat's drummer calls Long Island home

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

TCM to show Eva Marie Saint marathon

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