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The restrictions will be in place from Oct. 30 until Sunday, Nov. 1.

State police stepping up Halloween patrols of Nissequogue River State Park

Above averages temperatures today with some frost and a chill for Long Island

Warm today with highs near 70 and cooler weather for weekend

Incumbent Rep. Nick LaLota touts tax relief efforts while Democratic challenger Chris Gallant campaigns on change amid a race that has drawn national attention.

LaLota, Gallant offer contrasting visions in race for New York's 1st Congressional District

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Brian McCort, 31, was taken into custody by members of New York State Police Troop L on Oct. 15.

Commack man accused of possessing child sex abuse material

The Kings Point service academy released its yearly report on sexual assault and sexual harassment incidents from the academic year of 2024-2025.

Annual USMMA report shows rise in sexual misconduct cases

Now in its fourth year, the free haunted house was created by Lindenhurst resident Andrew Traficante to bring the community together and restore some Halloween spirit after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lindenhurst’s 5th Street Haunt brings Halloween scares and gives back to the community

Attorneys for one of the students accused of the sexual assault argue that James is biased because of social media posts in which she expressed support for the alleged victim before Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed her to oversee the case.

Judge hears arguments over bid to remove New York Attorney General Letitia James from Cornell 7 rape case

There are now a total of five stores on Long Island, all in Suffolk, including Center Moriches, Oakdale, Coram and East Islip.

Grand opening held for Mister Softee location in Miller Place

Despite the cancellation of the Halloween event, a soccer playoff game proceeded as scheduled Thursday. 

Smithtown High School West cancels 'Safe Halloween' days after teen arrest involving weapon

A new plan aims to reduce wildfire risk, protect homes, and prepare communities across the Pine Barrens.

Southampton Pine Barrens officials seek public input on wildfire protection plan

Gov. Kathy Hochul spent the day traveling from Albany to New York City, carving out half an hour to sit down exclusively with News 12's senior reporter Tara Rosenblum at a firehouse in Mount Vernon.

'I’m a fighter to my core.' Gov. Hochul makes final push on the campaign trail ahead of Election Day

The Suffolk County Crime Laboratory collected a sample of the newborn’s blood and saved it as evidence.

Virginia woman indicted for cold case killing of newborn inside movie theater toilet 3 decades ago

Borzowski admitted he stabbed a 38-year-old man in the neck following an argument at a Babylon residence in 2025. The victim survived and continues to recuperate.

Yonkers man sentenced for stabbing man on Long Island 

The cable is part of Propel NY Energy’s plan to install approximately 90 miles of underground transmission lines across Long Island and New York state to strengthen the electric grid and meet future energy demands.

Schools, residents push back on Long Island power cable project

Stephen Kear hopes that by sharing his son's story, those struggling, particularly first responders, will realize there's a way forward.

'There's so many people out there that want to help.' Retired officer honors son lost to suicide

The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District says the student faced immediate disciplinary action and the incident was reported to Nassau police.

Merrick middle school student posts antisemitic images on social media

"The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and school community remain our highest priority," Smithtown Central Superintendent of Schools Mark Secaur said.

Suffolk County police increasing presence at Smithtown High School West after back-to-back safety incidents this week

The company was accused of illegally selling drivers' information to data brokers that worked with insurance companies.

General Motors to pay $220 million after driver data privacy lawsuit

J&R Discount on Park Boulevard will close on Jan. 31.

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