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LI village eases path for housing, hotel rooms near casino

For years, proposals to build on the vacant, mostly wooded property have fallen through.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI village weighs code change to revive decades-old development project

Mayor: 'No plans' to remove Tisch as NYPD commissioner

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Wallet Watch: Steps LI families can take to cut college costs ... The Ugly Dumpling" opens 1st LI location ... Near record warmth on the way Credit: Newsday

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Amazon Prime users to receive automatic refunds up to $200

Six Flags closes Nitro at Great Adventure after death on similar roller coaster in Georgia

Wallet WatchSteps LI families can take now to cut college costs

With applications open for state and federal aid for the 2027-28 academic year, experts offer tips on how to minimize student loan debt.

MORE ON THIS TOPICOn LI, a six-figure income can still leave families squeezed by college costs The college search now starts in 9th grade. Here's what to do.Coming soon: Newsday's NY College Guide

Pickleball company The Picklr, which has 1 LI location, files for bankruptcy protection

LI Works: Ken finally comes clean ... with carpets!

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visited Around The Clock Rug Washing & Specialty Cleaning Services in Farmingdale to learn what it takes to clean carpets.

Only in NewsdayIn this year's only governor's debate, here's what Blakeman and Hochul need to do tonight

Police seek help finding scouts' stolen trailer

Chain eatery opens 1st LI location, inside mall

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Trump's ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigns after allegations of improper conduct

LI man dies in motorcycle crash

LI public high school football rankings through Week 5

Only in NewsdayNo ticket to the Knicks' opener? No problem — you can still see the banner raising ceremony.

Only in NewsdayNo one cares about the lieutenant governor — until they have to

Big money, open seats: The LI elections for NYS Legislature to watch

NY officials failing to hand over immigrants charged with crimes, DHS says

Man arrested after officers find crystal meth, other narcotics

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

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Working Moms: Maternal mental health

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Out East: Sannino Vineyard

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A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

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LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

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Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

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2 whales stranded on LI

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Things to do

Only in NewsdayNew LI haunted attraction takes you on a terrifying ride

Ride in a zombie-driven terror cart into the woods, with more than 20 live actors, holograms, sound effects and ground fog.

MORE ON THIS TOPICScary good Halloween events on LI, all month long 'Boo!' and 'Ho, ho, ho!': Fall holiday shows for all occasions New Halloween pop-up bar experience coming to LI

NY's secret island ruin: Take a kayak adventure to a forgotten castle

Explore Brooklyn's haunted history on 2 ghostly tours

Sweet memories: Remembering LI's bakery thrift stores

New shop offers a deep dive into vintage comics, toys and records

Only in NewsdayWith more teens not driving, the after-school activity juggle falls on these LI moms

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Wallet Watch: Steps LI families can take to cut college costs ... The Ugly Dumpling" opens 1st LI location ... Near record warmth on the way Credit: Newsday

Wallet Watch: Steps LI families can take to cut college costs ... The Ugly Dumpling" opens 1st LI location ... Near record warmth on the way Credit: Newsday

Preview of tonight's gubernatorial debate ... Village eases path for housing near casino ... Working Moms: Postpartum support ... Wallet Watch: Steps families can take to cut college costs

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Long Islanders Favorites

Only in NewsdayProsecutors: Man killed woman formerly tied to Gilgo probe after she tried to break up his marriage

Andrew Dykes was indicted on a single count of murder in the death of Tanya Jackson, but has not been charged in the death of the child that they had together, whose body was found along with Jackson's.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSuspect in killing of 'Gilgo Beach victim No. 3' asks judge to drop murder charge Judge orders new DNA test for suspect in 'Peaches' case Attorney: Suspect in killing of Gilgo Beach victim once known as 'Peaches' had 'nothing to do with it'

Newsday InvestigatesLI employers stole nearly $4M from their workers last year. Nearly 40% came from home healthcare.

Only in NewsdayThe secret to eating at LI's best restaurants for more than 50% off

Wallet Watch'Work until you drop ... is not a plan': Here's what you need to retire on LI

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements so far

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why as endorsements are published throughout October.

COMMENTARYIf water is the new gold, we'd better price it right

COMMENTARYThe Nobel Prize in economics is a message to the Fed

GUEST ESSAYSCreate a field trip accident database

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

01:42

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

02:32

Working Moms: Maternal mental health

02:00

Out East: Sannino Vineyard

02:46

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

01:53

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

02:20

LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

02:31

LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

02:00

Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

01:18

2 whales stranded on LI

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More Long Island

LI auto dealer settles sexual harassment lawsuit for $175G

The lawsuit settles allegations that a former inventory manager sexually harassed female employees.

Only in NewsdayThe FCC could cut millions of dollars in subsidies to LI schools

Brookhaven to hike taxes by 1.7%, while budgeting $30M from landfill

Overnight AirTrain service to JFK subject to suspensions

Foghat's drummer calls Long Island home

LI coffee shop closes after 3 years

Nation / World

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell University is suspending parties and other social events at fraternity houses for the rest of the academic year.

Federal judge orders Trump administration to halt work on historic DC golf course until Oct. 26

Vatican says pope's lung nodule surgery was successfully completed

CVS agrees to pay $315 million to settle Justice Department case over opioid prescriptions

Jury selection to begin in federal hate crimes trial over Buffalo supermarket shooting

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

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

Sports

AnalysisHow Washington exposed the Giants' 'feast-or-famine' run defense

It wasn't just giving up a season-high 202 rushing yards. It was how the Commanders got those yards that are cause for concern.

Only in NewsdayHow to watch the Knicks NBA champions banner raising ceremony

Only in NewsdayHockey on ESPN? Leave it to LI's Steve Levy

Only in NewsdayWhy St. John's was one of the toughest teams for voters to rank in AP's preseason poll

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

Hidden LI breakfast eatery defies expectations

Good partners: Kerber's Farm School pairs up with Helping Hand Rescue Mission

Sprawling Chinese buffet opens in LI shopping center

LI burger bar rebrands at new location

High School Sports

Roundup: Soccer, field hockey and volleyball results

Notable scores from across Long Island.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Foghat's drummer calls Long Island home

Selma Blair accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse

Catching up with WCBS NewsRadio's Tim Scheld

Learn about the art of guitar making from a master at Stony Brook fest

Radio legend Pat Pagano gets ready to sign off

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

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