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Gloom of shorter, cooler days can bring on SAD depressive disorder

The transition to colder weather and shorter days can bring about a major depressive condition with symptoms such as low energy, carbohydrate cravings, and hopelessness.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWhat to know about seasonal affective disorder

Only in NewsdayProspective Oheka Castle owner: We made deadline for down payment

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Gregg Sarra sounds off on Guardian Caps being worn in high school football, Tess Ferguson looks at the final week of the high school fantasy football regular season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week. Credit: Newsday/Thomas A. Ferrara, John Parkasevas

Sarra Sounds Off, Season 3, Ep. 7: Guardian Caps in high school football Gregg Sarra sounds off on Guardian Caps being worn in high school football, Tess Ferguson looks at the final week of the high school fantasy football regular season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.

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How the Democratic challenger stunned the Republican incumbent in the Hempstead supervisor race

LI stage actress who earned all-state honors for her vocal performances dies at 18

Only in NewsdayLI's best new restaurants of 2026

Thai. Indian. Japanese. Italian. And okay, possibly the best french fries you've ever had. Put these exciting new eateries on your must-try list.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI's Top 50 best restaurants of 2026 The secret to eating at LI's best restaurants for more than 50% off 7 best things we ate on Long Island last month

Whistleblowers could get up to $30,000 for information about COVID fraud

Only in NewsdayWhat has easy commutes, houses in the $600Gs and one of LI's oldest bakeries?

LI Votes 2026

Only in NewsdayHow LI voted: Blakeman lost support in GOP strongholds

Democratic strongholds with large immigrant populations turned out in higher numbers for Hochul.

Only in NewsdayHalpin won't concede race to Garbarino

Only in NewsdayLI voters reject party labels in record-high numbers, data shows

2026 Long Island Election: Latest results

Fall dining

Only in Newsday9 menu items on LI you need to order this fall

Our food critics share the best dishes they've ordered so far this fall on Long Island.

8 must-try sweet treats for fall

LI eateries with standout vegetarian dishes

Long Island Restaurant Week deals start at $25

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Study: AI could make docs' work easier and better

Tough guys, good books: Check out these LI book clubs for men

LI man allegedly drove 100 mph while drunk on Meadowbrook

Teen charged with assault in stabbing of 16-year-old student at LI high school

Kong Skull Island game yields monster $55G payday at Jake's 58

Cinema Arts Centre rehires fired former co-director

5 things you may not know about 'Hotel California'

Hamptons lawyer charged with having child porn images on his computers

NYS asks Army Corps to make emergency repairs on resiliency projects damaged by September storms

Longwood football lineage: Matt Reany follows in footsteps of his father, grandfather

AnalysisBring in the closer: five things the Yanks need to address at upcoming GM meetings

AnalysisWhat do the Mets need to address at upcoming GM meetings? A whole lot.

Trying a trending taco in Mineola

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Why are restrooms closed so often on the LIRR?

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LI Works: There's no business like the costume business

Islip Town Supervisor takes little action on spas after allegations of illicit sex

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Out East: Lettuce visit Deep Roots Farm in Southold

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Cost of living keeps Gen Z at home with parents

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Child support room named for mom of Isles' Schaefer opens

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Working Moms: Priority shift

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Week 8 football plays of the week

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Picture This: When Kings Park had a psychiatric hospital

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Things to do

Hidden shop blends fashion with mindfulness, screen-free lifestyle

The brand encourages stepping away from screens for intentional life engagement.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNew mobile bookstore brings literature to LI events New shop offers a deep dive into vintage comics, toys and records Lifelong thrifter launches new vintage storefront

LI's 'Euro-trip': 3 stops inspired by Denmark, Italy & Spain

Early Black Friday deals: 50% off top LI hotels, Gurney's and more

Finding 'Little Switzerland' — just 3 hours from LI

Try the nation's hottest workout trends at LI Pilates expo

New 'Polar Express'-inspired holiday pop-up opening on LI

Forget the NFL: 3 college football day trips from LI

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Gregg Sarra sounds off on Guardian Caps being worn in high school football, Tess Ferguson looks at the final week of the high school fantasy football regular season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week. Credit: Newsday/Thomas A. Ferrara, John Parkasevas

Sarra Sounds Off, Season 3, Ep. 7: Guardian Caps in high school football Gregg Sarra sounds off on Guardian Caps being worn in high school football, Tess Ferguson looks at the final week of the high school fantasy football regular season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.

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Long Islanders Favorites

Only in NewsdayNYU Langone, Amazon, Station Yards among 20 projects that could reshape LI. See what's planned near you.

The first new hospital in decades is among the planned developments. See what's being built in your town and when it's expected to open.

MORE ON THIS TOPICA new Long Island is taking shape. Who will it be for?A 1 million-square-foot hospital is coming to Melville. Can the roads and infrastructure keep up?LI's biggest mall redevelopments: What to expect and when

Only in NewsdayDetective shares details of LI missing girl's 25-day disappearance at pretrial hearing

Ray Romano inducted into Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame

SNY lays off staff, cancels two prominent shows

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

THE POINTSpecial edition: The 2026 interactive election map is live, see how LI voted

The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.

EDITORIALSBacked by LI, Hochul can tackle bold agenda

EDITORIALSElection to usher in a new phase

COMMENTARYMaybe a blue Texas is just what the GOP needed

Trying a trending taco in Mineola

02:19

Why are restrooms closed so often on the LIRR?

02:04

LI Works: There's no business like the costume business

Islip Town Supervisor takes little action on spas after allegations of illicit sex

02:03

Out East: Lettuce visit Deep Roots Farm in Southold

02:27

Cost of living keeps Gen Z at home with parents

0:56

Child support room named for mom of Isles' Schaefer opens

0:35

Working Moms: Priority shift

02:17

Week 8 football plays of the week

02:45

Picture This: When Kings Park had a psychiatric hospital

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More Long Island

Only in NewsdayNearly 20% of LI nursing homes qualify for less rigorous state inspections, data shows

The plan, announced in July by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, allows highly rated nursing homes to receive a more "focused" inspection that addresses fewer issues.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI nursing homes poorly staffed, have lowest fines, report says

LI pizzeria to reopen after short closure

AnalysisThese are the acceptance rates for every NY college

Man shot in arm while parked on LI street

State attorney general settles with company over personal medical data breach

Only in NewsdayMissing LI couple has millions more than previously estimated

Nation / World

House Democrats will start their majority focused on boosting healthcare and ending the Iran war

House Democratic leaders are placing an early emphasis on healthcare as they discuss their immediate priorities upon the swearing in of a new Congress on Jan. 3.

Drone and missile attacks wound 9 as Ukraine prepares for talks with Russia and the US

US Justice Department drops bid to force California to set aside disputed ballots

Cornell faculty vote 'no confidence' in university leadership after alleged fraternity gang rape

Gunman opens fire in Polish city of Krakow, killing 5 people and injuring at least 12

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

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

Sports

Popper: Give Towns credit for not sulking about contract

Maybe another star player, maybe almost every superstar player, would turn to quiet quitting. But KAT has been himself, moving the ball unselfishly, recording double-doubles in each of the Knicks' first eight games and showing no hints of dissension.

MORE ON THIS TOPICKnicks come to Taylor Swift's defense

Predicting where the top 20 MLB free agents will sign. Can Skubal land in NY?

SNY lays off staff, cancels two prominent shows

Gross: It may be early, but these Isles need to start earning points

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesNYPD officer under investigation quit and was automatically decertified. Two other police departments hired him.

Joseph T. Gonong remains an officer today because he slipped through a narrow six-week window between his resignation and decertification and the enactment of a state law.

Newsday InvestigatesIslip Town Supervisor has yet to crackdown on spas with illicit sex allegations

Sex Next Door5 takeaways from Newsday's investigation into Islip sex spas

Sex Next DoorWhy hasn't this Long Island town done more to crack down on sex spas?

LI bagel shop competes in international competition in NYC

Popular Mexican restaurant to reopen 2 days after fire

Growing restaurant group opens Japanese kitchen in former bakery

Only in NewsdayLongtime favorite reopens as French bistro

High School Sports

HS playoff roundup: Boys volleyball county quarterfinals and semifinals

A recap of high school boys volleyball playoff matchups from Thursday and Friday.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

5 things you may not know about 'Hotel California'

Cinema Arts Centre rehires fired former co-director

Coming soon: 'Long Island Bank Robber' movie

Ray Romano inducted into Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame

Disterbenz goes from backing Wheatus to taking center stage

Versatile 'Tulsa King' villian is LI's Robert Davi

LI lawyer turned lyricist gets musical ready for Tilles Center

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