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Executive Director Marc Alessi speaks on plans to preserve Nikola Tesla's legacy after a fire destroyed the historic lab.

'Such an important part of Long Island'

A jury found the Bay Shore Union Free School District liable for failing to investigate sex abuse allegations against former teacher Thomas Bernagozzi. 

Jury unanimously agreed the district was 100% liable 

The Bay Shore Union Free School District was found liable for ignoring sexual abuse allegations against former teacher Thomas Bernagozzi. 

Largest award to a Long Island student under the Child Victims Act 

Trooper Thomas Mascia was released from Nassau University Medical Center after being wounded in a shooting on the Southern State Parkway Wednesday night.

Trooper released from hospital, search for suspect continues

The loss of Kenia Nunez's husband inspired her and one of the couple's daughters, Natalia Suaza, to run Sunday's New York City Marathon.

'It's an incredible experience' 

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Police said the crash was reported at about 3:37 p.m. and that the lanes were closed as they investigated. The roadway was reopened at 7:30 p.m., they said.

Sunrise Highway is reopen at Exit 48 after earlier crash

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Two 18-year-old men are charged after taking a woman's key fob and driving off in her BMW, Suffolk police said.

Three armed men carjack woman in Ridge

Thirty Vietnam veterans were honored with a medal and lapel pin by the Long Island Air Force Association at the Museum of American Armor in Old Bethpage Saturday.

For LI's Vietnam veterans, medals reflect a belated 'thank you' 

As conspiracy theories fly online, leaders say Long Island's systems are thoroughly tested.

Officials insist vote in New York will be fair and secure

The Diocese of Rockville Centre said the accusations against Father Thomas Moriarty did not involve any parishioners at the Church of the Holy Spirit.

Priest at New Hyde Park church charged with forcible touching, police say

It is the largest award given to a Long Island student under the Child Victims Act claim.

Jury awards $25M to ex-student after finding school district liable for ignoring sexual abuse allegations against teacher

The grants were issued to congregations in Bay Shore, Amityville, Bellport and Huntington by the New York Landmarks Conservancy, a private nonprofit.

Four sacred sites on LI land thousands in restoration grants

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Huntington Town officials are moving to give local historic designation to the Hubbs Burr House, which was built in the late 1800s, to help it last for generations.

'This house should be around for generations to come'

Researchers predict it will be the sixth straight season of low scallop populations in Suffolk waterways. 

Many surveys showed no adult scallops 

Robert Besedin Sr., a Baldwin Air Force veteran who claims Nassau cops assaulted him at his home in 2017, was awarded more than $2.3 million by a jury in Brooklyn Wednesday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'The police did not tell the truth'

Trooper Thomas Mascia was shot in the leg during a traffic stop on the Southern State. The search for the gunman is continuing. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Shots fired. I'm hit'

Suffolk police said a man suspected of killing a Brooklyn artist at a Southampton resort was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot at his home in Pennsylvania.

Suspect found dead of self-inflicted gunshot wound

William Floyd school district officials discussed the implementation of metal detectors after a student was found with a loaded gun.

'Kindergarten to 12th grade is our number one priority'

A 33-year-old Brooklyn woman found in a guest room at Shou Sugi Ban House in Water Mill has been identified as Sabina Rosas. NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson reports.

'A victim of violence'

Recent listeria and E. coli outbreaks due to foodborne illness have some Long Island shoppers taking extra caution with their menu choices.

'I've been making things more from scratch'

The county has announced improvements, but residents say the efforts are too little, too late.

This intersection in West Babylon has seen 5 fatalities over 2 years

Former Bay Shore teacher Thomas Bernagozzi on Monday denied sexual abuse allegations while testifying during a civil trial against the school district. Newsday courts reporter Grant Parpan has the latest.

Civil trial against Bay Shore school district continues with accused ex-teacher's testimony

"I have real concerns about the direction of the Republican party," former VP Mike Pence said at an LIA luncheon, and would not say if was planning to vote for former President Donald Trump. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'I haven't endorsed our ticket'  

Fire Island Pines Chief Kyle Merker said there was so much bamboo on fire when he arrived to the scene, he couldn't even see the house.

'It was really intense'

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