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Easter treats cost egg-stra but some LIers are keeping up with traditions

This year, nearly 50% of Americans who celebrate Easter will skip dyeing eggs because of high egg prices, according to a WalletHub survey.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMeat, egg prices soar but overall inflation slows, data shows A dozen eggs are now $9 or more at some LI supermarkets. Here's why.'Those high egg prices are here to stay'

Only in NewsdayLong Island hit hard by flu season this year

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Jack Agostino disccusses the time his Amityville boys basketball squad defeated LeBron James in a high school game, plus a Long Island boys lacrosse update. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Amityville's Jack Agostino talks beating LeBron in high school On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Jack Agostino disccusses the time his Amityville boys basketball squad defeated LeBron James in a high school game, plus a Long Island boys lacrosse update.

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Patchogue 50501 protest draws hundreds outside Garbarino's office3m read

Only in Newsday'Budtenders' climb cannabis career ladder at LI dispensaries5m read

Life is still sunny for Craig Allen after WCBS radio2m read

Developer seeks to build hotel at Boardy Barn site2m read

Only in NewsdaySALT cap looms large as a key issue as Congress weighs new tax cuts5m read

Suffolk radio club joins worldwide ham radio open house2m read

'Shot heard round the world:' Cutchogue marks 250th anniversary of Lexington and Concord2m read

Laviolette fired after Rangers miss playoffs3m read

Driver racing at 125 mph on LIE, police say

Couple opens cheese shop on North Shore2m read

Hochul: Road resurfacing, pedestrian safety projects underway on state roads on LI1m read

LI temperatures unseasonably warm, but not record-breaking, with cooler Sunday ahead1m read

After carbon monoxide poisoning sickens 10, homeowners urged to take precautions2m read

Tough charity act: Port Washington man to bike 4,300 miles3m read

Only in NewsdayA gubernatorial strategy helps explain why state budgets often are late3m read

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th century wartime law3m read

Table pose with goat: Where to do goat yoga on Long Island this spring1m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest Updates1Anti-Trump protesters rally in New York, Washington and elsewhere across the country Judge orders Trump administration to tell fired workers they were not let go for poor performance Judge pausing administration's plans for mass layoffs at the CFPB

Puck stops here: Islanders fans blame poor play for 4-year low in attendance

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Comedian Tom Kelly turns to social media to reunite Syosset grad with lost diploma

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60 years of giving you the world at 1010 WINS

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Long Island grocers concerned about tariffs

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Fitness Fix: The Aerial Loft

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Local bartenders win cocktail competition

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Breakthrough in pancreatic cancer research at LI lab

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Raceway unveils new go-kart track, massive upgrades

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LI Works: Sweet time at the Chowards mints factory

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She's one of LI's top flag football QBs

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Things to do

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

Join Easter egg hunts and family-friendly activities across Long Island featuring games, prizes and visits from the Easter Bunny.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWyandanch's brown Easter Bunny shows kids 'bunnies are all colors'Snuggle a baby goat during LI farm's new experience Guide: 20 LI chocolate shops for Easter

3 LI spots for dogs to play off-leash2m read

Guide: County parks on LI8m read

Dino egg hunt, Cherry Blossom Festival and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend

Dogs have their day at LI golden retriever meetups, more events for pups2m read

Popular tulip festival returns with millions of colorful blooms4m read

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Jack Agostino disccusses the time his Amityville boys basketball squad defeated LeBron James in a high school game, plus a Long Island boys lacrosse update. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Amityville's Jack Agostino talks beating LeBron in high school On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Jack Agostino disccusses the time his Amityville boys basketball squad defeated LeBron James in a high school game, plus a Long Island boys lacrosse update.

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdayIslanders fans blame poor play for 4-year low in UBS Arena attendance

The Islanders averaged 15,979 fans per game this season at UBS Arena, a 3.5% drop from last season's average of 16,558 and the lowest total in the arena's four seasons.

Halal Guys closes both Long Island stores1m read

If you like to bike, hit these trails7m read

See what single-family homes sold on LI last month

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSGood push to electrify LIRR

An NYU report presents a plan to reasonably manage the $13 billion blueprint.

EDITORIALSBuild back trust in public health3m read

COMMENTARYThe U.S. has Greenland (and foreign policy) exactly upside down3m read

COMMENTARYNew York feels the wind chill of White House power politics4m read

Puck stops here: Islanders fans blame poor play for 4-year low in attendance

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Comedian Tom Kelly turns to social media to reunite Syosset grad with lost diploma

01:28

60 years of giving you the world at 1010 WINS

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Long Island grocers concerned about tariffs

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Fitness Fix: The Aerial Loft

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Local bartenders win cocktail competition

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Breakthrough in pancreatic cancer research at LI lab

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Raceway unveils new go-kart track, massive upgrades

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LI Works: Sweet time at the Chowards mints factory

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She's one of LI's top flag football QBs

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More Long Island

Suffolk officials want tougher drugged driving laws

Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed expanding prosecutable substances and adding penalties for refusal to participate in testing.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC2,100 killed, 16,000 seriously injured in LI crashes over a decade. What can be done?

Dolphin swimming in Freeport canal being monitored

LI experts cautious about RFK Jr.'s timeline for uncovering causes for autism2m read

Disgraced Rep. George Santos should get 7 years in prison, prosecutors say2m read

Pedestrian's death highlights risk of e-bikes3m read

Only in NewsdayDeadline nears to obtain REAL ID-compliant licenses for air travel2m read

1917 Tudor with Manhattan views on market for $2.5 million1m read

Nation / World

Putin announces an Easter ceasefire as Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of POWs

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine starting Saturday, citing humanitarian reasons.

Vatican notes 'exchange of opinions' over migrants, prisoners in meeting with Vance3m read

10 years after Freddie Gray's death, calls for police reform and racial equity persist in Baltimore5m read

NTSB is investigating after a small plane crashed into a Nebraska river and killed 3 on board

Former President Bill Clinton returns to Oklahoma City 30 years after the bombing2m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Michael Symon

Sports

Mets beat Cardinals again behind Senga's strong outing

The ace allowed three hits in 5 2/3 shutout innings. Pete Alonso had an RBI double and a solo home run.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLennon: Mets fans take right approach to Soto's slow start to season

Laviolette fired after Rangers miss playoffs3m read

Knicks vs. Pistons: Big-picture matchups to watch in first-round playoff series3m read

Isles' Barzal, Varlamov expect to return healthy3m 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

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

Diamond Stars: LI's top performers in baseball and softball

Eastport-South Manor's Noah Kirwin struck out 17 in a 100-pitch no-hitter, a 1-0 baseball win over Harborfields. and Westhampton's Katie Burke hit a go-ahead two-run home run in the bottom of the sixth of a 6-4 softball win over Eastport-South Manor.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Life is still sunny for Craig Allen after WCBS radio2m read

'Government Cheese' review: Arresting parodrama1m read

1010 WINS' all-news format marks 60th anniversary6m read

Report: Lindsay Lohan to star in dark Hulu drama 'Count My Lies'1m read

Engeman to open season with 100th show, 'Come From Away'1m read

Sweet! Oceanside woman takes the cake on 'Great American Baking Show'2m read

Jimmy Fallon dines and duets at Bayville restaurant1m read

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