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Only in NewsdayLI man accused of kidnapping Patchogue girl rejects plea offers

Alton Harrell turned down plea offers to be sentenced to 15-years-to-life in state prison for first-degree kidnapping or to alternatively serve 20 years on lesser charges.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMan admits providing crack cocaine to LI girl missing for 25 days Complete coverage: Missing East Patchogue girl case

Newsday InvestigatesEx-fire medic got $500G to settle claims that 2 department officers raped her

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Thieves use car to ram dealership, steal sports car ... LI could see more extreme weather... Newsday Investigates: Financial fixes for NUMC Credit: Newsday

Thieves use car to ram dealership, steal sports car ... LI could see more extreme weather... Newsday Investigates: Financial fixes for NUMC Credit: Newsday

Updated 48 minutes ago Ex-fire medic settles rape case for $500G ... Thieves use car to ram dealership, steal sports car ... Spike in East End farm stand thefts ... 9/11 attacks killing LIers

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BMW used to ram into auto dealership and steal sports car

East End farm stand thefts rise, threatening an age-old honor system

LaGuardia flight aborts takeoff after reported bird strike

Maria Bartiromo and Fox News part ways after more than 12 years

Newsday InvestigatesHow can NUMC be fixed? Here are 5 things it could do to improve its finances.

NUMC has been tasked with submitting a plan to the state by Dec. 1 with proposals for strengthening the hospital's operations and finances.

LI man charged under new NYS law on ghost guns

House bill targets 'crash for cash' fraudsters

Car crashes into CVS; building deemed unsafe

Sept. 11 attacks: 25 years later

Only in Newsday'We are still on the hot seat': How the lives of Muslims on LI have changed since 9/11

For many of the approximately 100,000 Muslims living on Long Island, the deadliest terrorist act ever committed on U.S. soil — carried out by 19 al-Qaida hijackers — pointed an unwelcome spotlight at them.

As 9/11 milestone nears, CDC head says duty to care for sick first responders will continue

New 9/11 memorial on LI inspired by fallen NYPD officer urges everyone to 'remember'

14 Long Islanders' names added to FDNY memorial

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Lindsay Clancy trial ends without a verdict for a sixth day after drama in the courtroom

Summer crime in NYC decreases, NYPD says

As youth mental health remains a concern, one LI school is taking steps to help its students

LI college named one of the top 100 schools in the U.S.

LI man charged with assaulting his child at MetLife Stadium during Jets-Giants game

Schumer to Navy: Speed up cleanup of toxic plume

Extreme weather, flooding and more ticks on LI, scientists say, as warming will exceed limit

Romaine to deliver State of the County address

Only in NewsdayHousing plan for vacant LI golf club land scaled back

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of U.S. feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Only in NewsdayGreek club-eatery opens on LI

Guest at Shelter Island hotel found dead in water after swim

It's your last chance to book an LI 'bumper boat'

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What to expect on the roads this Labor Day weekend

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Out East: North Fork Foodie Tour

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Smithtown East hosts Long Island's first outdoor volleyball match

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Trendy Bites: Dom's Famous Chicken Fingers

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Spotted lanternflies on the rise

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Eyewitness account of the Nepali flood

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LI Works: Shucking oysters and hauling fish at a local seafood market

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Remembering Dolly Parton

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Little Free Libraries are a big deal

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Labor Day weekend events

Labor Day weekend events not to miss

Celebrate summer's end at LuminoCity Dino Safari, KoreaFesta, a dance party on Fire Island or at a concert.

MORE ON THIS TOPICShinnecock Powwow and more can't-miss weekend events on LI Beach hop with savory stops along LI's coastal bike path These summer day trip ideas are $1 with LIRR's Family Fare

Shinnecock Powwow celebrates 80 years this weekend

Summer's last lap: Check out LI's water 'go-karts'

12 spots for great barbecue takeout

Things to do

San Gennaro turns 100, more NYC fall fests not to miss

Explore New York City's vibrant street festivals this September, including the Feast of San Gennaro, LoxFest and Atlantic Antic.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNYC's South Street Seaport: Visit the new Balloon Museum, dine and shop Explore 4 NYC neighborhoods: Little Italy and more NYC day trips for families that won't break the bank

A roaring return: LuminoCity's Dino Safari is back

36 fall concerts you won't want to miss

Mohegan vs. Foxwoods: Pick your next getaway

What to expect at the next Korea Festa

Fly new nonstop routes to Ibiza and 7 more European cities

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Thieves use car to ram dealership, steal sports car ... LI could see more extreme weather... Newsday Investigates: Financial fixes for NUMC Credit: Newsday

Thieves use car to ram dealership, steal sports car ... LI could see more extreme weather... Newsday Investigates: Financial fixes for NUMC Credit: Newsday

Updated 48 minutes ago Ex-fire medic settles rape case for $500G ... Thieves use car to ram dealership, steal sports car ... Spike in East End farm stand thefts ... 9/11 attacks killing LIers

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Long Islanders Favorites

Top 100 high school football players this season

Newsday's annual look at LI's top players as the football season gets underway.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMeet the Rockin' Rams: East Rockaway, West Hempstead join forces in Nassau IV Sachem North seniors motivated to finish high school careers as Suffolk I champs Meet the top 10 running backs on LI for the 2026 football season

Delicioso! Ed Sheeran dines in Smithtown

First in Newsday'The ticks are winning': Lyme disease cases jump roughly 16% in NYS

Raising Cane's prepping to open first LI eateries next year following delays

Opinion

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COMMENTARYThe White House can't hype away healthcare sticker shock

COMMENTARYBigger isn't always better when it comes to airport security

RANDI F. MARSHALLLives remade, and pride, for a 9/11 family

It's your last chance to book an LI 'bumper boat'

01:17

What to expect on the roads this Labor Day weekend

02:50

Out East: North Fork Foodie Tour

02:58

Smithtown East hosts Long Island's first outdoor volleyball match

01:30

Trendy Bites: Dom's Famous Chicken Fingers

01:08

Spotted lanternflies on the rise

02:00

Eyewitness account of the Nepali flood

01:18

LI Works: Shucking oysters and hauling fish at a local seafood market

02:18

Remembering Dolly Parton

01:10

Little Free Libraries are a big deal

02:29

More Long Island

First in NewsdayCinema board fires co-director over what it believes was 'serious misconduct'

Dylan Skolnick called the allegation "unfounded." His parents, Vic Skolnick and Charlotte Sky, founded the movie house in 1973.

Several LI road projects done, others ongoing, Hochul's office says

Trump administration again rejects blizzard assistance for NYS

Ex-NYPD officer from LI indicted in hit-and-run crash

Only in NewsdayLI races could help decide which party controls Congress

Hicksville woman scammed out of nearly $1 million

Nation / World

Iran targets Kuwait in retaliation for US bombardments, and other Mideast news

Iran has fired at Kuwait as part of its retaliation for U.S. bombardments earlier this week.

Former Columbus officer pleads guilty to reckless homicide in Black man's 2022 death

White House website debuts 5 low-res arcade video games that promote Trump's agenda

Trump administration stalled a survey of PFAS in wastewater, former EPA officials say

2 more beluga whales die at Chicago aquarium, including 1 recently rescued from Canada

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Rock: Giants have completely bought in to Harbaugh's optimism

After years of blunders and early-season exits, the Giants' demanding training camp has players, and fans, believing a turnaround is finally here.

Only in NewsdayWhy are some LI schools struggling to field a football team? Coaches see three main reasons.

Only in NewsdayCan LI really support 2 minor-league soccer teams? Sports business experts have thoughts.

Lennon: Spencer Jones' hot streak sparks welcome Yankees' roster crunch

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesEx-fire medic got $500G to settle claims that 2 department officers raped her

Newsday obtained the agreement that resolved the Wantagh Fire Department case.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNassau judge orders Long Island fire district to release settlement of lawsuit alleging sexual assault Ex-fire medic settles lawsuit that alleged 2 top-ranking officers raped her

Newsday InvestigatesHow can NUMC be fixed? Here are 5 things it could do to improve its finances.

Newsday InvestigatesLI has the nation's longest wait times for public housing

Only in NewsdayA man spent 23 years in prison before his murder conviction was tossed. Nassau paid him $10M.

Gourmet Italian deli opening 3rd LI shop

Only in NewsdayWaterfront brewery closes on LI

Only in NewsdayLI brewery adds brisket and bialys to the menu

Only in NewsdayTop LI restaurant team plans massive winery-eatery

High School Sports

Season PreviewMeet the Rockin' Rams: East Rockaway, West Hempstead join forces in Nassau IV

It's part of many changes in the conference as the new high school football season kicks off.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Maria Bartiromo and Fox News part ways after more than 12 years

Delicioso! Ed Sheeran dines in Smithtown

36 fall concerts you won't want to miss

Norah O'Donnell returning to 'CBS Mornings'

Fall theater preview: 12 Broadway must-see shows

Stars come out to East Hampton for 'Big Chill' event

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