<p>Jason Orsini of Smithtown has decorated his entire front lawn to look like &ldquo;National Lampoon&rsquo;s Christmas Vacation.&rdquo; Newsday&rsquo;s Rachel Weiss reports.&nbsp;</p>


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The body of 33-year-old swimsuit designer Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra was found on board a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Drug task force probing woman's death

Some baymen said Frank M. Flower & Sons' lease arrangement created an uneven playing field. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We're very very happy about that'

Police say there was no evidence of violence against Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, a 33-year-old woman found dead on a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club.

Investigators still determining the cause of death

Rodney Dickens, a former high-level PSEG executive adviser, stated he was told during a 2022 job interview that PSEG management wanted him to "come in here and beat LIPA up," according to correspondence about the matter. Newsday energy reporter Mark Harrington has the story.

'A lot of tension, a lot of acrimony'

The shop, 20th Century Cycles in Oyster Bay, is closing and selling off its inventory of motorcycle parts.

Movin' out: Billy Joel's motorcycle shop closing

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After years of being told that red wine was good for heart health, more Americans appear to be heeding warnings that even moderate alcohol consumption can be unhealthy.

A record number of Americans see moderate drinking as harmful, a new Gallup poll shows

A handful of local hospitals received five-star ratings from the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Meanwhile, Nassau University Medical Center got just one star.

5 LI hospitals earn top federal ratings; one ranks among nation's lowest

The hospitals were ranked for their excellence in the state, accounting for 35% of the best hospitals in New York.

7 LI hospitals ranked best in state by U.S. News & World Report

Homeowners are cashing in on years of home equity gains, even as mortgage rates remain stubbornly high.

Homeowners turn to cash-out refinancing to take advantage of big gains in home equity

Car buyers seeking stout full-size SUVs might want to consider the Chevrolet Tahoe and Nissan Armada.

Edmunds SUV test: The new Nissan Armada takes a run at the Chevrolet Tahoe

GE Appliances plans to shift production of refrigerators, gas ranges and water heaters out of China and Mexico as part of a more than $3 billion investment to expand its U.S. operations.

GE Appliances shifts more production to US as part of a $3 billion investment

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The team was also presented with the first-ever key to the Town of Smithtown on Sunday for its remarkable run, which included winning the state championship and playing for a berth in the Little League World Series.

Parade honors St. James/Smithtown Little League team

A proposed MTA fare adjustment plan would drive up the cost of LIRR tickets. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo looks at some of the proposed changes to e-tickets.

LIRR proposal would hike fares, change e-tickets to reduce free rides

Her 25-day disappearance grabbed national attention after she was found on a yacht. What her story reveals about LI's hidden world of drugs and sex trafficking. Newsday reporters Shari Einhorn, Grant Parpan and Sandra Peddie have the story.

1 girl, 23 arrested in 2 states: Inside LI's hidden world of drugs, sex trafficking

The head of the New York State Board of Law Examiners said administrators of last week's exam at Hofstra focused on providing medical assistance to the test taker who suffered a heart attack, and it would have been impractical to stop the test.

Bar exam official defends decision to continue test while woman had heart attack

Police: No evidence of violence in death of woman found on Montauk boat

According to court documents, one of the reasons town officials denied a Bethpage mosque's expansion was testimony from a grandmother's complaints about traffic. The mosque's attorneys say no such record exists. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Did Oyster Bay invent a grandmother to deny a mosque? The town says no.

Spectators should expect to see heightened security for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage State Park in September. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black to increase security

The mother of the 10-year-old says her daughter was traumatized after allegedly being verbally abused by North Babylon Volunteer Fire Company Chief Peter Alt.

North Babylon fire chief stripped of duties

From unique clothing pieces to household items, the Huntington Flea Market has a little bit of everything.

What to find at the Huntington Flea Market 

There's a renewed fight to preserve Suffolk County's fishing industry. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

New bill would protect working waterfronts

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Median home prices in the Hamptons continue to rise, while the North Fork saw prices surpass $1 million. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia looks at the impact from Wall Street.

'As goes Wall Street, so goes the Hamptons real estate market'

Now that it is legal to grow cannabis at home for personal use, Newsday business reporter Lee Meyer has some important steps you need to take.

'You cannot trade, sell or barter with cannabis'

Homebuyers on Long Island would need to earn 83.1% more than six years ago to buy a median-priced home, according to Realtor.com.

How much do you need to make to afford a median-price home on Long Island? $242,000

A new OneKey MLS report shows record prices in Nassau and Suffolk, including the first time the median home price in Suffolk reached $700,000. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia has the story.

'Prices still have room to grow'

The price of Bitcoin on Monday passed $120,000 for the first time. Newsday business reporter Victor Ocasio has the story.

'The price of Bitcoin has been steadily increasing'

The Town of Islip approved a zoning change that paves the way for a $120 million plan for affordable housing.

Plan to convert former Catholic school to 176 apartments moves forward

Monique McCray, a correction officer who also works with The S.T.A.R.T. Resource Center, spoke about some of the challenges facing former inmates looking for employment.

'Either a burden or a tax bracket'

Homeownership feels out of reach for many on Long Island. This widowed father and LIRR worker has a rare chance through a community land trust and a modular home.

Widower, father of 2 wins shot at $275G newly built home on LI

Spring didn't deliver the number of new listings that some in the real estate industry were expecting, according to Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia.

'LI home prices are still increasing'

The factors driving the loss in value of used Teslas include backlash against Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

Prices for used Teslas declining

The Israel-Iran conflict could cause world-wide economic turmoil. What this could mean for Long Islanders? Newsday reporter Brianne Ledda reports. 

Impact of Israel-Iran conflict on LI's economy 

Tariffs against Canada and Mexico, initiated by President Donald Trump, took effect on Tuesday. Newsday business reporter Brianne Ledda explains how this could impact Long Islanders.

'It might cause the cost of goods to increase'

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