Long Island measles outbreak unlikely after child tests positive, health officials say
The measles vaccination rate on Long Island should help keep the spread of the disease at bay, health officials say. This ...
Wildfires break out on Long Island, NY Gov. Kathy Hochul declares state of emergency
At least two commercial structures have burned down, Suffolk County officials said. One firefighter suffered second-degree ...
Long Island pastor pleads guilty to possessing sexually explicit videos of young boys from ‘unspeakable’ acts online
Jose Saez, Jr., 29, pleaded guilty Tuesday in Central Islip Federal Court to sexual exploitation of a child for soliciting ...
Long Island population grows modestly, U.S. Census Bureau data shows
The biggest drivers of the gains were international migration and births outpacing deaths, according to U.S. Census Bureau ...
Gov. Hochul issues burn ban for Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island
Following brush fires in Long Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a burn ban until March 16, when New York’s annual statewide ...
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New York public health update: Fentanyl overdoses, bird flu on Long Island, changes to mental health laws
Here’s some public health news that New Yorkers can use– from the latest bird flu confirmation in the state, to a look into ...
Department of Education layoffs: How could Long Island schools, colleges be impacted?
Long Island educators, parents and students worry that the staff cuts could impact special education and student loans.
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Long Island measles case reported, possible public exposure at Queens hospital
A measles case in an unvaccinated child has been confirmed on Long Island. The announcement follows two cases of measles ...