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The two Rock & Roll Hall of Fame bands will hit the Wantagh stage on Aug. 21.

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Robert Funaro (Eugene Pontecorvo), Jason Cerbone (Jackie Aprile Jr.) and Dan Grimaldi (Patsy and Philly Parisi) will offer behind-the-scenes stories and more.

'Sopranos' actors to appear at Bellmore event

The former Congressman talk about his novel with Alex DeMille on Tuesday.

Steve Israel talks about 'The Einstein Conspiracy'

"I've never really put on a show like this before," he said of Dec. 4 gig at Riverhead's The Suffolk.

LI guitar whiz TAZ returns home to headline Riverhead show

The LI-raised superstar remains guarded as an interview subject.

Eddie Murphy documentary a worthwhile watch, even if it's lacking insight

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They care for the grounds during the day, terrorize tourists at night and live a few feet away from the haunt.

What's it like to live and work at Gateway's Haunted Playhouse?

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Kermit and friends shared screen time with Rita Moreno, Julie Andrews and others,

When Billy Crystal, Julie Andrews, more LI celebs met the Muppets

If the strike takes place, it would close down several of Broadway's most well-attended musicals.

Broadway musicians threaten to strike Thursday as mediation begins

Unionized theater musicians authorized a strike over wages and health care benefits.

What a Broadway strike could mean for theatergoers

The Irish dance show comes to the Brookville theater on Feb. 27.

'Riverdance 30' stepping into Tilles Center

EastLine Theatre will produce "The Hours are Feminine" Sept. 20-Oct. 5 to mark Hispanic Heritage Month.

A Ronkonkoma culture clash takes center stage in play from Academy Award nominated writer

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us 'Out East' to Kent Animal Shelter in Calverton, where a 20-year, $4.5 million renovation includes spiffed-up quarters and a clinic for dogs and cats awaiting adoption.

Out East with Doug Geed: Kent Animal Shelter in Calverton

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa tries the mega mozzarella sticks at Babylon Social, which are made with one pound of cheese per stick.

How far can this mozzarella stick stretch across the restaurant?

Family members sifted through the ashes Thursday after a fire destroyed barns and killed a number of animals at Wells Farm in Northville, in Riverhead Town. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

Historic Wells Farm barns destroyed in fire 

A new report shows eleven Long Island hospitals received "A" grades for patient safety in a national ranking of thousands of health care providers.

Northwell tops list of 11 LI hospitals to receive 'A' grades

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visited Dario's Pizza in West Hempstead, a slice shop that goes above and beyond.

It's all about the crust at LI slice shop

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland takes a look back at the arrest and the exoneration of Martin Tankleff.

Picture This: That time a double-murder conviction was overturned 17 years later

Some Long Island residents said they were't sold on President Trump's proposed plan, while one expert said it could help get people into homes. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Reaction to Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa joins holiday helpers who spend the season climbing ladders and clinging to gutters as they install seasonal lights on Long Island houses.

LI Works: Up on the roof installing holiday lights

Native to South America, capybaras are the world's largest rodent species and can grow to more than 100 pounds.

Capybara quintuplets born at LI Game Farm

Businesses on Long Island are preparing for a holiday season that may see less consumer spending. NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson reports.

Retail Round Up: LI businesses brace for holiday season

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'I didn't want to tell my friends or family'

LIRR historian David Morrison said the Nov. 22, 1950, train crash in Queens was the catalyst for the implementation of measures that "vastly improved the safety of the railroad operation."

'A horrible chapter in Long Island railroad history'

Questions surround whether Maria Delgado was a spoiler candidate designed to pull votes away from Democrats in the Huntington Town supervisor race. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'No picture, no pamphlets'

Protesters at St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre on Sunday called for Bishop John Barres to take a more active role in the area's immigration concerns. "His voice is so powerful. Catholics listen to him," said one demonstrator. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'I believe in compassion. We should do the right thing'

Local families took part in a National Adoption Month ceremony at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead on Friday. NewsdayTV's Amy McGorry reports.

'Such a powerful message'

'So much loss'

One said "it's about time" the Catholic leaders sent a message to political leaders. Another faults the document for failing to distinguish between "legal and illegal immigrants." NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I just pray that they do the right thing'

A Newsday photographer captured dramatic shots of the northern lights over Patchogue Monday night.

Spectacular sight in the sky

'It's gonna be a struggle'

As Long Island home prices continue to rise, Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia discusses what steps you can take to help get the best mortgage rate possible.

'Prepare your finances'

The FAA announced the reductions in response to staffing shortages among air traffic controllers. Newsday reporter Josefa Velasquez has the story.

'Check your flight status before you leave the house'

Hit-and-runs result in less serious charges without evidence a driver was intoxicated or drove recklessly. Families say 90-day sentences aren't enough. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

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