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Long Islanders did not let the rain stop them from honoring the fallen and reflecting on the meaning Memorial Day holds for them. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie has the story.

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Ceremonies that usually take place on grassy fields near war monuments were moved indoors. Veterans were recognized for their service and names of the fallen were read aloud.

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