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Only in NewsdayBrookhaven's first legal cannabis dispensary to open Monday

The store, to be opened by a retired emergency room physcian, will be Long Island's eighth legal pot shop.

MORE ON THIS TOPICOfficials seek cannabis shop 'buffer zone' along Nassau-NYC border Retail cannabis sales top $1B as NYS program overcomes slow start Complete coverage: Legal pot on LI

Protesters in Westbury decry ramped-up ICE deportation efforts18 mins ago2m read

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The proportion of drivers who refused to take a test after being pulled over by trained officers doubled over five years. NewsdayTV’s Virginia Huie reports. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost, John Paraskevas, Kendall Rodriguez; Morgan Campbell; Photo credit: Erika Woods; Mitchell family; AP/Mark Lennihan, Hans Pennink; New York Drug Enforcement Task Force; Audrey C. Tiernan; Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office

'Just disappointing and ... sad' The proportion of drivers who refused to take a test after being pulled over by trained officers doubled over five years. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

FDNY: Bronx man charged after boat with 22 people aboard catches fire in LI Sound15 mins ago1m read

Only in NewsdayMeet Long Island's Class of 2025 valedictorians

Only in NewsdayMore LI tooth decay with federal fluoride supplement crackdown, dentists warn22 mins ago4m read

LI marchers aim to raise awareness of hostages held by Hamas38 mins ago2m read

LI cookie shop opens NYC location1m read

National Guard faces offf with protesters hours after arriving in Los Angeles on Trump's orders11 mins ago2m read

$700G East Northport house near cemetery is 'hidden gem'1m read

Dangerous RoadsNew York legislators aim to redefine drugged driving laws to combat rise in fatal crashes

Only in NewsdayDelgado's challenge in run for governor: Unseating his boss3m read

Pride MonthLGBTQ+ night spots provide sanctuary for community on LI, but not always close by2:58 pm5m read

Gold Star memorial honoring fallen service members unveiled in Dix Hills Park2m read

These young high school umpires stepped up to plate6m read

Sister Anna May Rochford dies at 983m read

Only in NewsdaySuffolk's 'Wall of Shame' nets over 700 home improvement violators6m read

'Lifeblood of summertime': Nautical Mile Festival kicks off summer season1m read

Only in NewsdayTrump's budget puts NY senators on same side as Musk4m read

Ridge man pleads not guilty in fatal shooting of woman in Moriches1m read

Only in NewsdayMayoral hopeful claims 'conspiracy' in lawsuit after he's disqualified from ballot3m read

Jones Beach reopens after police break up crowd of 500

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First recreational marijuana shop in Brookhaven

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Do you know what pastrami is?

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LI's Morgan Taylor pulls double duty as VP of business ops for Liberty, LI Nets

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Firefighters battle blaze at Calverton recycling facility

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Take a look inside Long Island's first Schmackary’s

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Extraordinary Senior: William, "Billy" McClelland

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Fully electric airplane makes milestone flight from East End to Queens

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LI Works: Shear happiness at Long Island Yarn and Farm

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Gilgo Beach killings: Victims memorialized on park benches near where remains were found

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Things to do

Guide to fairs and festivals on LI this summer

Find live music, fabulous food, rides, fun, games and more at these fairs and fests.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMattituck Strawberry Festival, National BBQ Festival and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend Guide to lavender festivals and u-pick fields on LI Parades, events and more ways to celebrate Pride in June

Guide: Long Island farmers markets4m read

Where to pick your own strawberries on LI 2m read

Jones Beach summer concerts are here! Get tickets now.5m read

LI's best homemade ice cream

BBQ Festival comes to LI for the first time: Here's what to know 4m read

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The proportion of drivers who refused to take a test after being pulled over by trained officers doubled over five years. NewsdayTV’s Virginia Huie reports. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost, John Paraskevas, Kendall Rodriguez; Morgan Campbell; Photo credit: Erika Woods; Mitchell family; AP/Mark Lennihan, Hans Pennink; New York Drug Enforcement Task Force; Audrey C. Tiernan; Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office

'Just disappointing and ... sad' The proportion of drivers who refused to take a test after being pulled over by trained officers doubled over five years. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdayMeet Long Island's Class of 2025 salutatorians

One is an Eagle Scout. Another is a Nassau County Supreme Court intern and another is a Save a Pet volunteer. Get to know more than 130 salutatorians from the Class of 2025.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMeet Long Island's Class of 2025 valedictorians What are they up to now? See where life has taken these 8 LI 2015 valedictorians.

Only in NewsdayWeight loss drugs boom on LI — and break budgets

First in Newsday2 LI districts granted extensions to comply with mascot ban3m read

Only in NewsdayPresident Trump's policies: What do they mean for LI?

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.

MICHAEL DOBIEElectric flight evokes LI aviation history2m read

GUEST ESSAYSThe families who say yes to the unknown2m read

EDITORIALSKeep HS graduation standards high3m read

Jones Beach reopens after police break up crowd of 500

0:32

First recreational marijuana shop in Brookhaven

0:51

Do you know what pastrami is?

02:11

LI's Morgan Taylor pulls double duty as VP of business ops for Liberty, LI Nets

02:07

Firefighters battle blaze at Calverton recycling facility

0:21

Take a look inside Long Island's first Schmackary’s

02:00

Extraordinary Senior: William, "Billy" McClelland

0:47

Fully electric airplane makes milestone flight from East End to Queens

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LI Works: Shear happiness at Long Island Yarn and Farm

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Gilgo Beach killings: Victims memorialized on park benches near where remains were found

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More Long Island

Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer's voice heard on new documentary premiering Tuesday

"The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets" promises exclusive interviews with Heuermann's family and friends that will "unravel a chilling portrait of a man accused of living a double life," a news release says.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGilgo Beach victims memorialized on park benches near where their remains were found Gilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

Pedestrian killed by DWI driver in Lake Success, police say

Catching up with former News 12 reporter Danielle Campbell3m read

Eid al-Adha holiday brings Long Island Muslims together2m read

North Shore residents continue push for ban on lithium-ion battery facilities46 mins ago3m read

'It doesn't get any easier:' Family of Gabby Petito honors her memory with foundation2m read

Hit-and-run driver injures e-bike rider in West Babylon, police say

Nation / World

Travel ban may shut door for Afghan family to bring niece to US for a better life

Mohammad Sharafoddin, his wife and young son managed to make it out of Afghanistan as refugees nine years ago, at one point walking 36 hours over mountain passes.

Colombian Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay in serious condition after shooting at political rally46 mins ago2m read

A runaway pet zebra has been captured in Tennessee3:03 pm

Pope Leo criticizes political nationalism and prays for reconciliation and dialogue1m read

Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs sickens dozens across 7 states

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

Sports

Mauricio, Young and McNeil homer to back Holmes as Mets rout Rockies

The Mets (41-24) own the best record in the National League and will attempt to complete the sweep of the Rockies (12-52) on Sunday before returning home.

Yankees fall to Red Sox after rough start by Yarbrough2m read

Knicks' high bar for next coach a mark above Thibodeau's success5m read

Sovereignty wins Belmont Stakes at Saratoga2m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationState failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

The allegations against 46 doctors include illegally distributing opioids, fabricating records and sexual abuse.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee 46 LI doctors who were allowed to practice despite misconduct

Dangerous Roads Only in Newsday'I was super worried.' How to get a suspended license reinstated.4m read

Only in NewsdayNassau traffic court pauses hearings on school bus camera tickets, but town still writing tickets3m read

Only in NewsdayNewsday report prompts Suffolk County to put child fatality review team into action3m read

Guide: 10 top Mexican restaurants on LI

LI's best Chinese restaurants

LI's best Italian restaurants

Best brunch restaurants on LI

High School Sports

Garden City boys lacrosse back in state semis

Luke Cascadden (19-for-25 on faceoffs) and James DeBusschere (2 goals, 4 assists) also star.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

What do you see traveling on the Island's roads?

Entertainment

Billy Joel documentary gets warm reception at celeb-filled Tribeca Festival premiere1m read

Summer TV preview: The 41 shows you need to watch13m read

'Ballerina': Thoroughly satisfying 'John Wick' spinoff1m read

Summer books preview: 12 of the season's hottest books

Billy Joel tells Howard Stern: 'I'm not dying'1m read

Tribeca Festival featuring four LI-centric films, including Billy Joel documentary2m read

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