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Roxi is being taken care of at the Hempstead Animal Shelter, and an investigation is underway on how she was tied to a light pole on the Southern State Parkway.

Officials said there will be stepped-up BWI enforcement on the water over the July Fourth weekend. They also said Long Islanders can expect a safe, fun fireworks display at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Experts: Boaters should ensure safety equipment is on board

The 20-pound lobster's age is calculated by its weight, according to Steve Jordan, of Jordan Lobster Farms.

'We don't want to cook him, we want him to live another 50 years'

Three adults, two children and a dog who lived at the home were being assisted by the American Red Cross, officials said.

More than 60 firefighters battle house fire 

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At least five people were injured on the July 4 holiday, including two men who lost fingers and an 8-year-old.

Fourth of July fireworks use leads to injuries, damage, arrests on LI

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Global unrest, port congestion and a potential dockworkers strike could further spike costs for consumers later this year, experts said.

Supply chain problems could spike LI consumer costs even more later this year

School officials seek money for added costs of employing mental health professionals, adapting lesson plans to educate children on the alleged harm of social media and investigating online school threats. 

LI school districts allege social media platforms 'addictive and dangerous' in lawsuits

This election year has drawn 316 candidates vying for 213 state legislative races. They have qualified to receive part of $100 million in state-funded matches.

State moves to tighten verification for public campaign financing system

The numbers have climbed even as enrollment has fallen. Students and schools face challenges as a result.

Number of English-learning students on LI climbs almost 60% in decade

NYPD and Nassau police brass attended the visitation for Emilia Rennhack, along with family, friends and colleagues.

'A horrible tragedy': Mourners recall NYPD officer's devotion to work, love for family

Mourners gathered Friday in New Hyde Park for the visitation for Emilia Rennhack, the NYPD officer killed in the Deer Park nail salon crash.

'Your loved one was a victim of this crash'

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A 12-year-old boy biking in North Bellmore was is in stable condition after being struck as the result of a two-car crash Thursday, police said.

12-year-old recovering after crash

Long Beach city officials say they learned of an attempt to throw another "unauthorized" gathering on the beach, have taken steps to prevent it

'Let them know that they'd be prosecuted'

Nearly 200 crew members will help take down the temporary cricket stadium at Eisenhower Park that hosted eight matches of the T20 World Cup.

Disassembling cricket World Cup stadium

Nassau Executive Brace Blakeman is suing Attorney General Letitia James over her cease-and-desist order of his ban on transgender girls competing in female sports at county parks and facilities. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'We are protecting our women from being bulllied'

A federal judge denied Bruce Blakeman's request for a temporary restraining order preventing NYS Attorney General Letitia James from blocking his executive order barring transgender females from participating in girls and women's sports at county parks and facilities.

Blakeman's request denied by federal judge

Cadets at the USMMA reported a dozen incidents of sexual assault in the 2022-23 academic year, double the number from a year earlier.

Sexual assault reports doubled

Ali Berke of Oceanside is setting out to perform "The Star-Spangled Banner" at all MLB parks.

Ali Berke hopes to sing at every ballpark

When war broke out in Anton Haskevych's home country of Ukraine, he made over 2,000 calls to American charities and churches for help. Receiving aid from Garden City's Cathedral of the Incarnation, he is set to graduate from Garden City High School.

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The ICC men's T20 World Cup cricket tournament began on Monday at the new temporary stadium at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow with a Sri Lanka vs. South Africa match. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Something that you never would think would happen'

Nassau County officials Wednesday assured the public that there will be a secure police presence at all T20 World Cup cricket matches at Eisenhower Park. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'One of the tightest securities Nassau County has ever seen'

Dominick Critelli, a decorated World War II veteran, will be knighted and awarded the French Legion of Honor for his courage and devotion in liberating France during World War II next month. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'I think about the people I left behind'

Gov. Kathy Hochul said the Jones Beach east bathhouse is to get a $100 million renovation with a focus on teaching kids to swim. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Hochul: Bathhouse to be renovated, focus on teaching kids to swim

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