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No evidence of suspicious cause in Happy Cat Sanctuary fire, marshal says

Brookhaven Town officials have not yet determined the official cause of the fire that killed 1 person and more than 100 cats.

MORE ON THIS TOPICVolunteers: Happy Cat Sanctuary rescue efforts will take at least 2 weeks After Happy Cat fire, volunteers seek shelter, care for more than 200 cats Officials: Founder, 'numerous' cats dead in fire at Medford home of cat sanctuary

Appeals court rules Suffolk PD must release records of officers' unfounded disciplinary cases2m read

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Gilgo suspect in court ... Claudio's to change name. What to eat at Citi Field Credit: Newsday

Gilgo suspect in court ... Claudio's to change name. What to eat at Citi Field Credit: Newsday

Updated 17 minutes ago Cat sanctuary fire not considered suspicious ... Claudio's to change name ... What to eat at Citi Field ... What's up on LI

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Approximately 7 vehicles involved in Plainview crash, Nassau police say

Only in NewsdayIconic LI restaurant changing its name after 155 years1m read

Construction company owners found liable for illegal dumping at Clemente park 2m read

Co-founder of lab that linked victims' hair samples to alleged killer Rex Heuermann to testify later this month2m read

Dow drops 1,600 as U.S. stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump’s tariffs cause a COVID-like shock3m read

'My family is broken,' says mother of victim at sentencing in deadly Father's Day crash2m read

NYS passes 2nd emergency spending bill as state budget talks continue2m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest UpdatesTrump's tariff push is a race against time, and potential voter backlash Trump ordered to pay legal bill of U.K. firm he sued over Russia dossier Trump moves to fire several national security officials over concerns they're not loyal: AP sources

Dangerous RoadsTracking Long Island's fatal crashes

Officials: New Yaphank LIRR station is 1 year away2m read

Village to extend on-street parking meter hours, concerning some business owners2m read

Deborah Norville exiting 'Inside Edition' after 30 years1m read

Major crime down in NYC, but youth gun arrests spike1m read

Report: Health care worker shortage could grow under Trump deportation plan3m read

Man shot, killed near Bethpage hotel, police say

Gardner's son died from carbon monoxide poisoning1m read

Overnight roadwork to close eastbound stretch of Sunrise Highway

Albanese: Chronicles of an accidental ballpark foodie4m read

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Affordable apartment lottery in Suffolk now open

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Half Hollow Hills' Anthony Raio eyes an LI championship

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Officials: Founder of cat sanctuary killed in fire

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Fitness Fix: Monster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak

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LI Works: Ken brews craft iced tea

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DNA evidence hearing against alleged suspect Rex Heuermann

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40th anniversary of the first Air Jordans

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Easter Bunny sighting: Wyandanch Plaza

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Things to do

'Frozen', All Kids Fair and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend

Explore our interactive guide to weekend fun, including family-friendly events, concerts and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGuide to LI car shows and cruise nights

Wyandanch's brown Easter Bunny shows kids 'bunnies are all colors'1m read

Top LI hiking, walking trails3m read

Skip the Hamptons: 8 boutique hotels in upstate NY to book6m read

Taking a spin through 3 NYC vinyl bars

Find the Easter Bunny at these LI brunches, parades and more

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Gilgo suspect in court ... Claudio's to change name. What to eat at Citi Field Credit: Newsday

Gilgo suspect in court ... Claudio's to change name. What to eat at Citi Field Credit: Newsday

Updated 17 minutes ago Cat sanctuary fire not considered suspicious ... Claudio's to change name ... What to eat at Citi Field ... What's up on LI

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdayCOVID business fraud: Long Islanders used pandemic aid money for lavish lifestyles

Five years after the pandemic, authorities are still unraveling COVID relief fraud on Long Island — and how at least 31 residents allegedly stole nearly $100 million.

MORE ON THIS TOPICThese LIers have been charged with stealing $98 million in COVID funds

A game that can lead to love: LI bridge players on what makes for enduring card partnerships5m read

Joy Mangano put her LI home on the market for $14 million. See inside the estate

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Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYGovernment contracting is an easy but elusive target

Defense procurement spending fell under Obama and rosein Trump's first term.

THE POINTWill Trump cash in if Bally's wins a casino? A $115M question5m read

GUEST ESSAYSLI's children will be hurt by Medicaid cuts2m read

EDITORIALSNo more fixes to Tier 6 pensions1m read

Ever heard of tidbits?

02:07

Affordable apartment lottery in Suffolk now open

01:17

Half Hollow Hills' Anthony Raio eyes an LI championship

01:34

Officials: Founder of cat sanctuary killed in fire

01:53

Fitness Fix: Monster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

01:52

Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak

04:27

LI Works: Ken brews craft iced tea

02:21

DNA evidence hearing against alleged suspect Rex Heuermann

01:17

40th anniversary of the first Air Jordans

02:03

Easter Bunny sighting: Wyandanch Plaza

01:23

More Long Island

LI tourism chief will lead Chicago's tourism bureau

Discover Long Island officials also said its board of directors will conduct a search for Reynolds' successor and board chairman Mitch Pally will serve as interim CEO.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI tourism chief in line for job in Chicago

MTA fires analyst, says he worked outside jobs on LIRR time2m read

Melissa Argueta, award-winning media marketer at Newsday, dies at 513m read

Valley Stream North HS students charged in BB gun incident

Only in NewsdayWhat's finished and what's left to do in $19B JFK Airport project2m read

Tidbits are LI's most underrated food5m read

'Nostalgia is a powerful drug': These LI fans are no strangers to 'Stranger Things'4m read

Nation / World

Pentagon watchdog to review Hegseth's use of Signal app to convey plans for Houthi strike

The Pentagon's acting inspector general has announced that he will review Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal messaging app to convey plans for a military strike against Houthi militants in Yemen.

Trump fires NSC officials a day after far-right activist raises concerns to him about staff loyalty4m read

Israeli strike on a school in Gaza kills at least 27 people, Palestinian health officials say5m read

Canadian prime minister says Canada will match US auto tariffs1m read

Death toll from the wildfires that tore through the Los Angeles area reaches 301m read

Newsday Live

Congestion pricing: What you need to know

Sports

Only in NewsdayMets bolster scouting in Japan, Pacific Rim

Losing top Japanese players to the Dodgers left team officials befuddled.

Duclair asks for leave of absence; Isles say yes2m read

Popper: Knicks need to adjust when Brunson returns3m read

Albanese: Chronicles of an accidental ballpark foodie4m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationMold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

Several residents at local senior housing were afraid to speak out, citing fears they could be evicted.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRockville Centre housing complex wins 32 years of tax breaks Residents fear displacement as town plans to rebuild senior housing complex

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in Newsday$3.7M and counting: What the fight over Grumman's park cleanup is costing residents

Newsday InvestigationAnalysis: 70% of Suffolk school bus camera tickets issued on streets where kids don't cross

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High School Sports

St. Anthony's girls lacrosse 'like a sisterhood here'

St. Anthony's girls lacrosse is the top ranked team in the nation and is looking for its sixth consecutive state CHSAA title this season. NewsdayTV's Jolie Katzen reports.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNewsday's top 100 girls lacrosse players for 2025

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

'Nostalgia is a powerful drug': These LI fans are no strangers to 'Stranger Things'4m read

Remember 1970s pop idol Peter Lemongello? He's playing LI show2m read

Q-and-A: Melissa Etheridge opens up ahead of her LI show3m read

LI contestant knocked off 'The Voice'2m read

LI's Brand New reunites, sets UBS Arena date1m read

Murder, they wrote: Hamptons Whodunit returns1m read

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