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A federal judge denied the Town of Oyster Bay's request to postpone its trial date in its legal battle with the Muslims on Long Island.

Bethpage

Judge denies Town of Oyster Bay’s motion to postpone trial date in suit with Muslims on Long Island

By Casey Fahrer

President Donald Trump said he commuted George Santos' prison sentence in a Truth Social post.

Nassau

Trump said he is commuting Santos’ prison sentence

By Hannah Resnick

John Perrone asks the Glen Cove city council how its sales tax preemption will affect Nassau County taxes in 2026.

Glen Cove

No word on whether there will be another public hearing on 2026 Glen Cove budget

By Casey Fahrer

Here's how to see shooting stars from Long Island during the 2025 Orionids meteor shower.

Long Island Guides

How to view the 2025 Orionids meteor shower on Long Island

By Nicole Formisano

State GOP Chairman Ed Cox announced the suspension of the New York State Young Republicans.

Nassau

State Young Republicans disbanded over antisemitic, racist texts, as local officials respond

By Hannah Resnick

Sid Jacobson JCC hosted its annual Stronger Than Cancer 5k in East Hills.

Roslyn

Stronger Than Cancer 5K unites hundreds to support free cancer care on Long Island

By Larissa Fuentes

Tensions rose at the Massapequa Board of Education's meeting as the state department of education said the district cannot enforce its recently enacted gender policy.

Massapequa

State says Massapequa School District cannot enforce transgender policy as tensions rise at BOE meeting

By Casey Fahrer

Performers danced and showed their talents during Old Westbury Gardens' Korean Culture Day.

Old Westbury Gardens hosts 3rd annual Korean Culture Day

By Larissa Fuentes

Live music filled Railroad Avenue during Wantagh's Fall Festival, hosted by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Mulcahy's.

Wantagh

Wantagh Fall Fest returns with food, fun and family-friendly activities

By Larissa Fuentes

Mark Verity, a former music teacher in the Shoreham-Wading River School District, was arrested Friday and charged with multiple counts for allegedly attempting to solicit indecent photos from a minor.

Dan’s Papers

Chat rooms, decoys, and questioning techniques: How Predator Poachers Long Island confronted a Wading River teacher

Linda Villano and Joanne Clark at the 'No Kings' rally in Blumenfeld Family Park in Port Washington.

Mineola

Long Islanders join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest against Trump’s actions

By Larissa Fuentes

An Oyster Bay man was acquitted of charges stemming from an alleged 2023 stabbing in Manhattan.

Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay man acquitted of manslaughter, assault charges

By Casey Fahrer

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Mineola

Mineola approves opening of new personal training gym, physical therapy practice

By Isabella Gallo

Volunteers display freshly shucked oysters during the 42nd annual Oyster Fest at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay, celebrating local seafood and community traditions.

Bethpage

Crowds shuck, snack and celebrate as Oyster Fest marks 42 Years in Oyster Bay

By Larissa Fuentes

Nassau

The Paddock takes the reins: McCarthy’s old spot honors Floral Park horse racing ties

By Isabella Gallo

Members of Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, Port Washington Water Pollution Control District and Town of North Hempstead officials gathered to open a new park in Port Washington dedicated to families suffering from Alzheimer’s.

Port Washington

New Respite Care Relief Park opens in Port Washington for families affected by Alzheimer’s

By Larissa Fuentes

State GOP Chairman Ed Cox announced the suspension of the New York State Young Republicans.

Opinions

Editorial: State GOP leadership does the right thing

By Schneps Media LI

Rich DiSilvio

Massapequa

Massapequa’s Renaissance man: Rich DiSilvio blends art, history and imagination

By Christy Hinko

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Mineola

Mineola board hears proposal for 30-unit apt. building, expects November decision

By Isabella Gallo

Attorney Seni Popat, was honored at the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin Queens and Long Island Chapter Diwali Gala.

Physicians of Indian origin celebrate Diwali

By Larissa Fuentes

Geraldo Rivera

Opinions

Geraldo Rivera Column: Safe harbor

By Geraldo Rivera

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Foundation to host gala to accelerate early detection of pancreatic cancer

By Long Island Press

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Great Neck

Focus on the Great Neck Peninsula- the Great Neck Library system

By Janet Esagoff

Hofstra professor, Jeremy St. Romain, received the 2025 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship from the Television Academy Foundation.

Hofstra professor named 2025 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellow

By Larissa Fuentes

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