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Investigators said a dryer might be to blame for the fire at a North Bellmore home Monday.

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A few fifth graders started playing football on Thanksgiving back in 1965 and now it's become a family tradtion. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Business owners are assessing the damage after fire tore through two eateries in Franklin Square Sunday evening,

About 200 firefighters responded to the blaze

More than a dozen volunteers, including some who have won barbecue competitions, smoked hundreds of turkeys as part of an effort to prepare about 5,000 Thanksgiving meals. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'We like helping out any way we can'

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Ortiz, a lifelong city resident whose father is a Peruvian immigrant, is Glen Cove's first-ever Hispanic police chief.

New Glen Cove police chief looks to expand force

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The defense's closing arguments are expected in federal court Wednesday.

Prosecutor at trial: Ex-gubernatorial aide, husband received millions in kickbacks and bribes

Experts say Washington-based headlines and appearances won't determine the race.

Bruce Blakeman's bid for governor is 'a statewide game,' analysts say

Authorities said the criminal charge related to an Instagram post by Emmet Blaney "promoting a SantaCon gathering, at specific private residential beach addresses" — without homeowner permission.

No charges in fake SantaCon gathering promoted by college student from LI

The attorney general's office found more than 3,000 violations by a Great Neck firm, which must pay more than $670,000 in civil penalties.

AG: LI real estate company fined over $670G for dangerous living conditions

The Mount Sinai survey found a majority of those using at-home health devices were more motivated to improve their health.

Poll: Patients who wear health devices more likely to take care of themselves, see doctors

The retail costs of artificial trees and other holiday décor have increased by 10% to 15% this year, said the executive director of the American Christmas Tree Association.

Christmas tree prices rise, selections shrink, due to tariffs

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Island Harvest food bank typically helps 240,000 people across Long Island each year. But this year the need is greater. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's a great feeling and it kicks off our holiday season'

An fire at a Laurel Hollow home displaced three residents and brought 200 firefighters to the scene, officials said.

Fire damages Laurel Hollow home

Residents who live near the Nassau-Queens border, as well as several victorious GOP politicians, discussed Zohran Mamdani's win. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I think it's going to be a strange four years'

The Long Island Horsemen's Association invited horse owners to Sunday's annual fall festival to show off their horsemanship and help raise funds for the 550-acre Muttontown Preserve. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'You don't get a lot of places like this'

New York State Attorney General Letitia James and the New York Civil Liberties Union had filed lawsuits challenging the county's ban on transgender athletes. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

2 lawsuits tossed out

The Lustgarten Foundation held its 25th annual fundraising walk for pancreatic cancer research at Jones Beach Sunday. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Hopefully they'll find a cure someday'

At least three units were destroyed after a fire broke out in an apartment complex in Hempstead on Monday, authorities said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Fire displaces at least a dozen residents

President Donald Trump visited LI for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black on Friday, with supporters and protesters lining the streets of Farmingdale. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Protests and counterprotests as Trump visits Ryder Cup

The family of Santos Banegas Reyes says they haven't been given any information about how he died. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'We want to know what happened'

The weeklong Ryder Cup is expected to create about 1,000 part-time and full-time jobs and draw 250,000 fans, including up to 175,000 visitors from around the world.

Ryder Cup to be an economic boon to LI

A crowd of family and friends was on hand for the ceremony honoring Neutra, an IDF soldier who was killed in the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Two years is a long time'

The security presence at Bethpage State Park will include hundreds of officers, drones, eletronic surveillance and K-9 units. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Extensive security operation for Ryder Cup

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A rehearsal was held on Monday at the United Methodist Church of Hempstead for an upcoming gospel concert that will raise funds for local social justice movements.

LI gospel choir prepares for fundraising concert 

What began as a desperate hunt for Shannan Gilbert in the marshes near Gilgo Beach became, in three astonishing days in December 2010, the unmasking of a possible serial killer. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed has more.

15 years after first human remains found, Gilgo Beach killings still haunt LI

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us 'Out East' to East Hampton Village, where people can visit multiple houses decorated for the holidays.

Out East: Holiday House Tour in East Hampton Village

Nassau University Medical Center's percentage of patients on public insurance is among the highest on LI. Newsday investigative reporter Peter D'Auria explains how this is affecting the hospital's finances.

Inside NUMC’s finances: More than 85% of patients on Medicaid, Medicare

A solemn ceremony was held at the American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale where veterans were honored and roses were blessed and flown to the Statue of Liberty. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

84th anniversary of attack on Pearl Harbor commemorated at LI museum

Montauk has a lot to offer, not just in the summer, but all year round. Newsday's travel reporter, Carissa Kellman, visits "The End."

Offseason in Montauk: Holiday lights, lobster rolls and lighthouse views

Filmmaker Ed Burns returns to his childhood home in Valley Stream to talk about his 1995 classic, "The Brothers McMullen," and 2025 follow-up, "The Family McMullen."

LI filmmaker returns home for ‘The Family McMullen’ 

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Made by Michael Russo in Cold Spring Harbor to learn some tips and tricks from a professional gift wrapper.

LI Works: Wrap your holiday gifts like a pro

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa takes a deep dive into the grilled cheese smashburger at No Good Burger Joint in Rockville Centre.

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Ralph Macchio, star of "The Karate Kid" movies and the Netflix series "Cobra Kai," made an appearance at this year's Huntington tree lighting.

'Karate Kid' helps Huntington kick off the holiday season

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