<p>Meet the heart behind the heat,&nbsp;known as Smile Farmers, adults with developmental disabilities that&nbsp;plant and harvest hot and sweet peppers to make sauce to sell online and in stores. NewsdayTV&rsquo;s Virginia Huie reports.</p>


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Democrat Laura Gillen will enter Washington as a freshman congresswoman representing Nassau's South Shore communities. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It's time to stop pointing fingers, and start getting the work done'

Riordan Cavooris' family made a donation to a Smithtown wildlife refuge for a bird flight cage to help give back to a place that meant so much to them during their son's recovery after being hit by an off-duty cop. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's all kind of a very poetic justice'

While some Long Islanders spent Wednesday in church celebrating Christmas Day, others prepared for the first night of Hanukkah. It's the first time the two have coincided since 2005. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's what the season's about'

A pair of beachgoers found "what appeared to be a human jawbone" while walking on Smith Point County Park in Shirley. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'Appeared to be a human jawbone'

The announcement comes after an exclusive Newsday investigation into allegations of animal neglect at the Holtsville Ecology Site and Animal Preserve. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'We were asked to take a look at it and that's what we'll do'

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Former Hempstead Town Supervisor Laura Gillen defeated incumbent Rep. Anthony D'Esposito in a closely watched race. 

Gillen says she'll work with Republicans as she heads to Congress

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Babylon Town collected $2.6 million so far, while Suffolk's cut exceeded $871,000, according to county data.

Babylon, Suffolk reap nearly $3.5 million from recreational pot shops

Two firefighters were treated for injuries in the overnight blaze.

Jericho condo fire causes heavy damage

Hanukkah parade and menorah lighting filled the streets of southern Nassau County Wednesday night.

Menorah lightings, parade mark Long Island Hanukkah celebrations

Some season ticket holders are not renewing because of high prices and low resale values.

LI's Jets and Giants fans fed up with losing, long trek to games

At the same time, U.S. census data showed a domestic exodus of nearly 121,000 New Yorkers relocating to other states.

NYS adds 130,000 residents, mostly due to immigration

With soaring hymns and thoughts of kindness, Long Islanders gathered across the region.

'Feeling of togetherness': LIers celebrate Christmas at church services

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A young brother and sister from Shoreham are thriving after receiving lifesaving heart transplants. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It was a miracle'

For many Jets and Giants fans, frustration with the teams has outweighed their desire to attend the games. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports. 

'It's a little bit discouraging'

Luigi Mangione, 26, pleaded not guilty Monday in Manhattan Supreme Court to federal murder and stalking charges. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Mangione pleads not guilty

Frank Agoglia, a WW2 vet who jumped behind enemy lines on D-Day, recieved the French Legion of Honor. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'We owe you our freedom'

Shoppers braved the cold weather in Huntington on Sunday to get last-minute Christmas gifts. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'One more thing and then we're going home'

A court order will allow more than 300 residents at Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation to stay there, for now, after they faced evacuation threats earlier this week.

Judge issues temporary restraining order for residents of Woodbury nursing home

Gilgo Beach Task Force investigators say accused Gilgo killer Rex Heuermann exhibited a "persistent interest" in the case before his arrest. Newsday Suffolk County Courts Reporter Grant Parpan has the story.

'He saved a newspaper article from 30 years before his arrest'

Luigi Mangione landed at MacArthur Airport on his way to New York City to face murder charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson after waiving extradition Thursday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Luigi Mangione ordered held without bail in NYC

Nassau officials are seeking federal authority to ticket drone operators or take the devices down. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'We also want federal legislation that would allow us to issue a federal summons'

Dylan Martini of Wantagh said he was honored to win Newsday's Thorp Award, given out at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury Monday.

'It's a great shock'

A judge is considering a request by the New York Attorney General's Office for a temporary restraining order to block an "emergency evacuation" of a Woodbury nursing home. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Judge's decision expected Friday

Michael Koutsoubis bought 10 acres of Manorville in the 1980s, which he turned into his home and his Christmas tree farm. Newsday real estate reporter Arielle Dollinger gets a tour of the property.

Christmas tree farmer: 'This is my happy'

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