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Former state trooper Thomas Masica was sentenced for shooting himself in the leg and lying about it.

Nassau

Former state trooper sentenced for falsely reporting a shooting

By Casey Fahrer

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Mental health nonprofit honors late Floral Park mentor with 5K memorial

By Isabella Gallo

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Bethpage

Dana Pollack brings gluten-free comfort to fall with classic apple fritters

By Christy Hinko

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Columns

Bill O’Reilly Column: No tyrants

By Bill O’Reilly

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Music

John Legend reflects on career while looking ahead to what’s next

By Dave Gil de Rubio

Herricks mother killed by estranged husband, leaves 3 kids behind, police say

By Isabella Gallo

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Election Guide 2025: Nassau County Legislature District 6 candidate Debra S. Mulé, Dem.

By Long Island Press

Suffolk County is being granted a massive sum of money to help update and replace failing septic systems throughout the county. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed this movement into legislation just before August to allocate $30 million to help homeowners update their septic systems. Labeled as Legislation S8241-A/A8807, Suffolk County has secured $20 million of that funding.

Fire Island News

Suffolk County Secures $20 Million to Upgrade Septic Systems

Election Guide 2025: Oyster Bay Town Council candidate Ian D. Steinberg, Dem.

By Ian D. Steinberg

Election Guide 2025: Oyster Bay Town Council candidate Daniel T. Smith, Dem.

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Election Guide 2025: Oyster Bay town supervisor candidate Sam C. Sochet, Dem.

By Schneps Media LI

Election Guide 2025: Oyster Bay Town Clerk candidate Kamalveer Kaur

By Schneps Media LI

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Hempstead

Election Guide 2025: Hempstead Town Council candidate Dorothy Goosby, Dem.

By Dorothy Goosby

Joylette Williams (L.) joined by protestors on the steps of the Nassau County Police Department.

Election Guide 2025: Nassau County Clerk canidate Joylette Williams, Dem.

By Joylette Williams

Election Guide 2025: Nassau County Legislature District 8 candidate James Lynch, Dem.

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The top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week includes a guide on how to see the Orionids meteor shower.

Long Island News

Top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week: Santos freed, shooting stars and more

By Long Island Press

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Tootsie Roll is one of this week's adoptable dogs looking for their forever home!

Pets

14 adoptable rescues to cuddle up with this spooky season

By Allison Matos

Manhasset educators led professional development workshops to foster collaboration and innovation.

Manhasset

Manhasset educators lead and learn during superintendent’s conference day

By Long Island Press

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Oyster Bay High School announces valedictorian, salutatorian

By Blaine Malefatto

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Canon U.S.A. joins Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

By Canon U.S.A

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (second from L.) and Council Member Laura Maier unveil a historical sign commemorating more than 200 years of business at the Jericho Cider Mill, with owners Ted (L) and Kerry (R) Ketsoglou.

Jericho

Town of Oyster Bay unveils historical sign commemorating Jericho Cider Mill

By Long Island Press

The Town of Oyster Bay and Muslims on Long Island have reached a new settlement for the Masjid Al-Baqi mosque in Bethpage.

Bethpage

Town of Oyster Bay reaches settlement with Muslims on Long Island over Bethpage mosque

By Casey Fahrer

The Community Chest of Port Washington's annual Thanksgiving Day run will be celebrating its 50th year.

Port Washington

Port Washington’s 50th annual Thanksgiving Day Run set to return

By Larissa Fuentes

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