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Federal government backs Bethpage mosque seeking to expand 1m read
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Rep. Gillen's letter calling for a federal hearing after Newsday's investigation
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Town's new tree policy makes it easier to remove dangerous or diseased trees3m read
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Trump's tariffs prompt pushback in Congress4m read
NY Dems eye withholding federal funds if Trump, Congress do the same5m read
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Federal cuts causing chaos among LI health care nonprofits, leaders say 3m read
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New Nassau police and ICE partnership official1m read
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