Giorgio's Baiting Hollow is one of many catering halls whose business has been decimated by COVID-19. Co-owner George Regini spoke with Newsday's Daysi Calavia-Robertson on Oct. 26.


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A vault door was removed from alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann's home as the family gets ready to move.

Vault door removed from Heuermann's home

Fifty people, originally from 29 countries, were sworn in as U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony Wednesday at The Long Island Museum in Stony Brook.

'We're very honored and excited'

Home-based day care providers say late payments from the county's Department of Social Services are forcing them to cut staff and run up credit card debt. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'How did it get so out of hand?'

Officials announced that Breeze Airways will be offering direct flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Wilmington, N.C. on Thursday and Sundays starting in October.

'It's an exciting place for LIers to travel and visit'

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the banning of smartphones in schools as part of the New York State budget. 

'Bell to bell cellphone ban'

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For the first time in its 49-year history, the company will be headed by someone from outside the McCann family.

Founder of LI-based 1-800-Flowers stepping down

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Google will pay $1.4 billion to Texas to settle claims the company collected data on users without permission.

Google will pay Texas $1.4B to settle claims the company collected users' data without permission

Effective April 25, Social Security beneficiaries who were mistakenly overpaid will now have 50% of their monthly check withheld until all the money has been repaid.

What to know about latest Social Security overpayment rule change

Schools are training students for emerging roles in AI despite ongoing challenges such as the rapidly changing technology and mass layoffs at tech firms.

LI colleges are adapting as AI redefines tech jobs

Travel technology company Expedia Group says reduced travel demand in the United States led to its weaker-than-expected revenue in the first quarter.

More warning signs emerge for US travel industry as summer nears

U.S. officials have approved the first cervical cancer test that allows women to collect their own sample at home.

First at-home test kit for cervical cancer approved by the FDA, company says

A top Federal Reserve official said Friday that massive uncertainty created by President Donald Trump's tariffs has caused some businesses to cut back on hiring and spending, threatening to slow the economy, but he added that it's not yet clear whether the central bank should cut its key interest rate.

Federal Reserve official sees signs of slowing economy but not ready to cut rates

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Amazon is looking to buy nearly 27 acres of the Sunrise Mall property to open an 'operations facility.'

Amazon under contract to buy parts of Sunrise Mall property

Long Island Housing Services has reached two settlements in housing discrimination complaints against a landlord and an agent. Newsday reporter Jonathan LaMantia has the story. 

Section 8 discrimination claims settled

Some real estate experts are concerned about the potential effect of the economic outlook on the spring market. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia has the story.

'We're still seeing pretty steady growth'

President-elect Donald Trump is looking to make major changes that could impact the U.S. economy. Newsday's business reporter James T. Madore has more. 

What Trump's economic plan could mean for LIers

The Trump administration has stated that beginning on May 5, the Education Department will begin collecting student debt. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There will be some adverse impact'

Newsday real estate reporter Jonathan LaMantia looks at Long Island home prices, which rose to a $705,000 median sales price (excluding the East End) in the first quarter of 2025. 

'They don't anticipate things changing'

Housing lottery applications are now open for 53 new affordable apartment units in Hempstead Village.

Lottery opens for affordable Hempstead apartments 

LIers are coping with the high prices of eggs as Easter approaches. Newsday business reporter Tory Parrish has more.

Egg prices have increased 108% since last year 

For some small businesses who specialize in imported goods, President Trump's tariffs have created uncertainty. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mr. President, we need a break!'

The tariffs put in place by President Donald Trump's administration have led to a roller coaster week on the stock market. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia looks at what it means for the Long Island housing market.

'Long Island's housing market is pretty resilient'

The impact of tariffs from the Trump administration has many Long Islanders worried about the cost of living. 

'The grocery store is costing you $100 more'

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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Robert Prevost was elected pope on Thursday, and greeted the crowds at the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Pope Leo XIV named first American pontiff in history

The American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale gave a living history flight experience where participants learned what it was like to be a paratrooper on the eve of D-Day. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LI museum commemorates D-Day, 80 years since WWII's end

Thomas Mascia launched a police manhunt after authorities say he falsely claimed a Black man shot him in the leg.

  Plea hearing for ex-NYS trooper halted after he told the judge he 'didn't feel well' mentally

The New York Rangers on Thursday introuced Mike Sullivan as the new head coach. Sullivan led the Pittsburgh Penguins to two Stanley Cup championships and said he knows there's a lot of work to be done, but he's looking forward to the challenges ahead.

Rangers introduce new head coach Mike Sullivan

Hochul announces school cellphone ban

The festive thin-crust pizza specialist counts supermodel Heidi Klum as a partner at its NYC location.

Over-the-top NYC pizza spot opening LI location

Newsday food writer Melissa Azofeifa tries the Dubai cheesecake at The Dirty Cheesecake in Smithtown.

LI cheesecake shop takes on the Dubai chocolate trend

Late payments from Nassau putting squeeze on day care providers

Open mic nights are growing in popularity at the Amityville Music Hall. 

Booming open mic nights on LI

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa heads to North Quarter Farm and Tweeds in Riverhead.

LI Works: Ken goes where the bison roam in Riverhead

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Newsday's high school sports writers talk flag football, baseball and boys lacrosse. 

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Flag football exploding on Long Island 

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