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Long Island to pay greater portion of SNAP food benefits

Program changes also call for states to pay more for making errors in calculating benefits.

Missing LI couple was traveling to Syracuse when they vanished

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Hochul names James to lead Cornell investigation

Mascot ban challenge can move forward, appeals court rules

Judge forbids ICE from arresting immigrants at court hearings

Want to end a subscription? NYC launches 'click-to-cancel' rule to make it easier

Igor shoots . . . and scores! Rangers goalie Shesterkin records empty-net goal in home opener

Crime

2 from LI charged in multimillion-dollar drug operation

According to court papers, the drug ring operated throughout Long Island, generating at least $2.1 million in criminal proceeds.

Only in NewsdayAlleged ringleader of East End drug market faces new charges

Only in NewsdayLI woman sentenced to 12 years in prison for sex trafficking 14-year-old girl

2 plead guilty in building permit bribery scheme

WALLET WATCH

Wallet WatchLong Island seniors saved for retirement. Now, they worry the money won't last.

They're buying less meat, putting off home repairs and worrying about the cost of care. For Long Island's rapidly growing senior population, retirement is getting more expensive.

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Wallet WatchOn LI, a six-figure income can still leave families squeezed by college costs

Average long-term US mortgage rate churns upward to its highest level in nearly 3 years at 7.28%

Track gas prices, LI housing costs and more

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Ray Romano to be inducted into LI hall of fame

Only in Newsday2 Korean restaurants close in LI hamlet

NYC parking scam: Officials warn of new fraud

Only in NewsdayHuntington Town Board sets special meeting Friday on the budget

Only in NewsdayMilleridge Inn won't host annual Halloween village

Suffolk's plans for Italian American museum taking shape

Para athlete and disability advocate from LI dies at 61

Ketamine under scrutiny amid Cornell fraternity allegations

Clean drinking water is top concern for LI voters, poll finds

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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$4M street revitalization project begins in Carle Place

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Stay the night at this LI farm

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Former LI court officer talks about Gilgo Beach serial killer's chilling admissions

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Out East: McCall Wines

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Mets say they've learned from the mistakes of 2026

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Long Islanders turning to trade school as a viable alternative to college

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New season, new journey for Knicks

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Nassau residents could be drinking water that’s coming through lead pipes

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Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

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Things to do

Only in NewsdayAll you need to know about this year's Oyster Fest

The fest is expected to draw more than 150,000 people to Audrey Avenue and Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGuide: Fill your fall with festivals

Scary good Halloween events on LI, all month long

Rise of the Jack O'Lanterns and more can't-miss weekend events on LI

Explore fall colors with LI kayak tours

Explore this small-town upstate gem for a peak fall getaway

3 Oktoberfest events this weekend

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Woman sentenced for sex trafficking LI girl ... SNAP changes begin ... What's up on LI Credit: Newsday

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Clean water top of mind for LIers, poll says ... Woman sentenced for sex trafficking LI girl ... Seniors cost of living ... Plays of the week

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Long Islanders Favorites

Researchers at SBU edge closer to new treatment for OCD

A treatment eventually could be found in the amygdala, a region of the brain that shapes habit formation, a new study says.

Former LI man among 4 Americans killed in Athens explosion

Former WCBS, WPIX crime reporter Mary Murphy looks back at her career

Is Taylor Swift singing about LI's 'Babylon' in her new song?

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

GUEST ESSAYSThese roads need reliable funding

The condition of the infrastructure is not keeping pace with the demands placed on it.

LETTERSSuffolk Dems, political civility, oil heating prices, more

EDITORIALSSweeter pensions mean higher taxes

COMMENTARYWhen immigrants' rights are threatened, democracy is too

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

02:20

$4M street revitalization project begins in Carle Place

02:15

Stay the night at this LI farm

01:29

Former LI court officer talks about Gilgo Beach serial killer's chilling admissions

02:34

Out East: McCall Wines

02:41

Mets say they've learned from the mistakes of 2026

01:14

Long Islanders turning to trade school as a viable alternative to college

01:45

New season, new journey for Knicks

01:13

Nassau residents could be drinking water that’s coming through lead pipes

01:49

Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

02:11

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayHow Rich Schaffer won another term as Suffolk Democratic chair

Schaffer has been in power since 2000.

MORE ON THIS TOPICAccusations of retaliation swirl among Suffolk Dems after last week's party boss election Schaffer looks to unite Suffolk Democrats after competitive reelection bid Schaffer wins re-election for Suffolk Dems' chair, fending off challenge

Only in NewsdayAnother South Shore storm nuisance: Drivers causing wakes

NYS minimum wage to stay flat in 2027 over job loss

Only in NewsdayBaseball card worth millions bought at LI store owned by Tom Brady

Republicans attack Suozzi over goal to legalize up to 10 million people

First in NewsdayLI educational services firm plans move to Kings Park

Nation / World

Trump says Iran will be hit 'very hard' if it is behind copilot who tried to crash flight to Israel

U.S. President Donald Trump says if Iran is linked to the copilot who tried to crash an Israel-bound flight, the Islamic Republic would be struck "very hard" for the attempt on the lives of more than 180 people aboard the jet.

Judge denies defense motion asking Lindsay Clancy be found not guilty due to a lack of evidence

States and cities sue over Trump's EPA eliminating rule that limits emissions from power plants

Christa Pike is in critical condition after Tennessee's failed execution attempt, her lawyers say

Federal report says pilots weren't warned about wind before Amazon cargo plane crashed in Miami

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

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

Sports

Igor shoots . . . and scores! Rangers goalie Shesterkin scores empty-net goal in home opener

Igor Shesterkin, one of the finest stickhandling goalies in the NHL, became the 18th goalie in league history and first Rangers goalie to score a goal.

MORE ON THIS TOPICStephenson: Rangers took a big risk waiving Dylan Garand

Popper: Even with a mangled ring finger, Knicks' Hart showcases his value

Rubin: Storm cloud of eligibility hangs over St. John's, college sports

Lennon: Even with Judge as a spectator, Yankees are on a roll

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesFootball is one of LI's premier high school sports. Why is participation down 30%?

Long Island's decline is nearly nine times the rate in high school football participation nationally.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWhy are some LI schools struggling to field a football team? Coaches see three main reasons.See more Newsday investigations

Newsday InvestigatesNassau County Jail oversight board hasn't met in years

Newsday InvestigatesNYS awarded LI housing authority $20M in tax breaks despite discrimination finding

Newsday InvestigatesEx-fire medic got $500G to settle claims that 2 department officers raped her

Top empanada spot closes 2 LI locations

NYC celeb magnet to partner with LI Italian eatery

LI eatery closes indefinitely due to storm damage weeks after opening

Only in NewsdayNYC Greek spot opens 1st LI location

High School Sports

Valentina Marquardt records 9th shutout for South Side girls soccer in win over Kellenberg

The sophomore goalie had eight shutouts in the first nine games of the season. She made 12 saves on Thursday to make it nine in 10 games.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Non-league girls soccer — Kellenberg at South Side

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Ray Romano to be inducted into LI hall of fame

Former WCBS, WPIX crime reporter Mary Murphy looks back at her career

Is Taylor Swift singing about LI's 'Babylon' in her new song?

'East of Eden' review: A tale of several deadly sins

Demonstration planned over firing of Cinema Arts Centre's co-director

Alice Hoffman on 'Practical Magic 2' and her new era of witches

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