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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Newsday's high school sports writers talk flag football, baseball and boys lacrosse. 

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Flag football exploding on Long Island 

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'I don't trust the tap water'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano talks with LI native Lorraine Bracco at the premiere of Netflix's "Nonnas."

'It transcends to all cultures because it's about love'

Not long ago, Kevin Mahoney was pitching for Miller Place. Now, he's a Mets' batting practice pitcher. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

From Miller Place to the Mets 

Robert Prevost was elected pope on Thursday, and greeted the crowds at the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Chicago native Robert Prevost becomes first American pope

Newsday food writer Melissa Azofeifa tries the Dubai cheesecake at The Dirty Cheesecake in Smithtown.

'You get the creaminess with the crunch'

Newsday's Knicks beat writer Steve Popper looks ahead to Game 3 of the Knicks' playoff series against the defending champion Celtics.

'This team has captured the hearts of fans'

The New York Rangers on Thursday introuced Mike Sullivan as the new head coach. Sullivan led the Pittsburgh Penguins to two Stanley Cup championships and said he knows there's a lot of work to be done, but he's looking forward to the challenges ahead.

'We're gonna ... build the most competitive team we can'

The American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale gave a living history flight experience where participants learned what it was like to be a paratrooper on the eve of D-Day. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'To experience it now, you appreciate it more'

Fifty people, originally from 29 countries, were sworn in as U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony Wednesday at The Long Island Museum in Stony Brook.

'We're very honored and excited'

Home-based day care providers say late payments from the county's Department of Social Services are forcing them to cut staff and run up credit card debt. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'How did it get so out of hand?'

Two Mom Crews is a group created for families with two moms to bond with other moms raising young children and make new friends. Newsday family reporter Beth Whitehouse was at the group's inaugural event in Babylon.

  Playdate unites families with two moms

Suffolk SPCA asked for donations to help cover the medical cost of the cats that were rescued from a Bohemia home over the weekend. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'The smell was overwhelming'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa heads to North Quarter Farm and Tweeds in Riverhead.

'It's a wonderful experience'

Out of the classroom and into the flames, Mattituck High School senior Rocco Horton helped battle the Westhampton wildfires.  NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Just stay safe is what I told him'

Laura Figueroa Hernandez, Newsday's White House correspondent, talks about President Donald Trump's influence on local infrastructure projects. 

'These projects can slow down or outright be stalled'

Newsday's transportation and investigative teams, along with NewsdayTV, are examining the spate of deadly crashes on our roads and what can be done about it.

What to know about LI's dangerous roads

Twin sophomores Derek and Ryan Yormack are making a major impact on Bellmore JFK's baseball team. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

Meet Bellmore JFK baseball's twins

It's a first-of-its-kind animated series on NHL Network, and its co-hosts are juniors at Chaminade High School. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports. 

'Never did I think I would have an opportunity like this'

More than two dozen alleged Long Island gang members have been arrested and charged in multiple-count indictments, officials say.

Arrests made in Long Island gangs takedown  

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This weekend is packed with things to do, from a Mother's Day festival on the North Fork to Big Bounce America at Broadway Commons in Hicksville.

What's up on LI: Mother's Day festival, Gene Simmons Band and Big Bounce America

Suffolk officials are pushing for education and awareness to help curb the increase of infant deaths due to unsafe sleeping conditions. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'A top priority'

While visiting Charleston, Newsday travel writer Scott Vogel learned how to make biscuits with Carrie Morey, owner of Callie's Hot Little Biscuit.

Making biscuits in South Carolina

Open mic nights are growing in popularity at the Amityville Music Hall. 

Take the stage at this open mic night 

After seeing the often low-quality intake photos of adoptable dogs, Garrett Camasi decided to offer pet portraits to Almost Home Animal Rescue in East Patchogue. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'Very passionate about helping animals'

Newsday's movie critic Rafer Guzmán previews 'Thunderbolts*,' 'Mission: Impossible,' 'Superman' and more great summer movies coming soon.

The movie season is heating up!

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa stopped by Phil's Pizzeria & Restaurant Syosset to try their viral dessert pizza, which is made with Nutella and cookies. 

Making a viral dessert pizza 

Jay's Hidden Treasures Flea Market & Gift Shop, in Lake Ronkonkoma, is a place where you can find collectibles such as Jeremy Chiaramonte's Betty Boop collection. Chiaramonte says Boop never really went out of style and is back on top thanks to the new Broadway musical "Boop."

'She has not lost any popularity'

Meet the Aged Skaters, a group of people of a certain age who are getting back into skateboarding at Veterans Park in East Northport. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'People say it's a midlife crisis, but it's not'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Alexis Roderick Joel tour the Long Island High School for the Arts, which is udergoing a massive theater renovation.

'He wants everyone to have the opportunity he had growing up'

A golden retriever meetup was held on April 6 at Six Harbors Brewing Company in Huntington, which gained a bit of fame during the COVID-19 pandemic when it used its retrievers to deliver beer door-to-door.

Golden retriever meetup draws hundreds of dog owners to LI brewery

EXCLUSIVE INVESTIGATIONS

Investigations

"I am terrified for the people of Long Island," one official said about the region, where 14% of drivers involved in deadly crashes did not have a license. Newsday examines LI's dangerous roads in a yearlong investigative series. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It's sickening to me'

Long Island lost at least 5,800 years of life to fatal crashes in 2023. Newsday examines LI's dangerous roads in a yearlong investigative series. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I wish his life was longer'

Nassau County's Traffic and Parking Violations Agency has stopped hearing cases for school bus camera violations, with no indication as to when they might resume. Newsday investigative reporter Payton Guion has the story.

'We don't know when these might resume'

Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach looks at the process that school districts must undergo to discipline a teacher or administrator.

'A long process that's very costly'

Jim Vennard, 61, an electrical engineer from Missouri, received a $250 ticket for passing a stopped school bus in Stony Brook, a place he said he has never visited. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I have never been to New York'

A new court filing claims the Town of Hempstead allegedly used unlawful evidence against drivers accused of passing stopped school buses. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It's very frustrating'

 Suffolk caseworkers said numerous reports of drug use and neglect against Kerri Bedrick were unfounded. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'A lot of things that were just clearly missed'

A Newsday investigation found Hempstead Town issued 80,000 school bus camera tickets in districts that did not authorize the program. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday investigative reporter Payton Guion have the story.

'A basis for somebody to bring a lawsuit'

FAA data analyzed by Newsday shows the number of bird strikes voluntarily reported by airports in New York City and Long Island has increased by 46% between 2009 and 2023. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'A different situation at every airport'

Theresa Cerney's killing is one of at least 66 cases of dead women being reviewed by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney's new cold case unit. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story. 

New hope for justice

The counties received $213 million dollars in an opioid lawsuit settlement against drug makers, but records show only about $8 million disbursed. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'Money that's supposed to be saving people's lives'

TRUMP'S IMPACT ON LI

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The lawsuit claims President Trump exceeded his legal authority and argues the administration's decision harms clean energy goals. 

 Trump administration sued over halt in energy projects  

The Trump administration has stated that beginning on May 5, the Education Department will begin collecting student debt. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There will be some adverse impact'

Amtrak will lead the $7 billion reconstruction of Penn Station which could allow for new ideas and changes. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'More trains would definitely be worth the while'

The Trump administration ordered an immediate cease to the wind project near the coast of Long Beach, stating the Biden administration rushed the permit process. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky reports.

'That work has ceased immediately'

For some small businesses who specialize in imported goods, President Trump's tariffs have created uncertainty. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mr. President, we need a break!'

NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports from Woodbury, where EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin spoke to members of the Long Island Association. 

'We're not going to regulate industries out of existence'

The Trump administration has postponed a U.S. EPA rule slated to ban the cancer-causing chemical trichloroethylene, found in places such as dry cleaning and degreasers. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Before we all drop dead'

AARP members spoke out about "frustrating" customer service experiences with the Social Security Administration during a meeting in Melville. Newsday reporter Tiffany Cusaac-Smith has the story.

'The experience could be much better'

A recession would bring more layoffs, less hiring and a higher cost of living, a local financial expert said. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'This is a very dicey time'

If the Medicaid cuts happen, some facilities may close while others could try to absorb the cost. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'It's kind of scary hearing that'

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education. 

'It could result in issues for students who require special education'

A new Social Security Administration rule would eliminate most phone services when applying for benefits or changing banks. Starting March 31, people would have to first verify their identity online or visit a field office. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We really think this is a mistake'

Gov. Hochul promised an "orderly resistance" to President Trump's March 21 deadline to end congestion pricing. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'The fight's not over'

Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Lab and families are worried lifesaving research will be jeopardized under the Trump administration's plan to cut $4 billion that research institutions receive from the National Institutes of Health. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Without this medication, Emma wouldn't be here'

NEWSDAY TV SPECIALS

A Newsday analysis shows the number of referees and umpires has declined 25.2% in Nassau and 18.1% in Suffolk since 2011-12. Officials and administrators say the main reason is spectator behavior. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

'Why am I giving up my Friday night to listen to this?'

More than 100 women have been found dead outside on Long Island since 1976. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story.

'We have to figure out what happened to these people' 

NewsdayTV goes behind the scenes of the Gilgo Beach investigation, revealing the shocking findings since the arrest of Rex Heuermann. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Unearthing a suspect: The Gilgo Beach killings

Over the past year, Newsday has followed a pair of migrant families as they navigate new surroundings and an immigration system that has been overwhelmed. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I haven't stopped crying'

Thoroughbreds have died at Belmont Park at higher rates than at other tracks, despite officials' efforts to reduce horse racing deaths.

Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

When depression gripped Kenny Garcia's life, he sought relief in boxing. Learn how he fought back with the help of a trainer at the Westbury Boxing Gym.

'Boxing saved my life'

From a civil rights pioneer to history being made at the SCPD, NewsdayTV is celebrating Women's History Month with a look at changemakers and trailblazers with ties to LI.

NewsdayTV celebrates Women's History Month

October is breast cancer awareness month, and according the NYS registry it is more common on LI than in the state and nationwide. NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson shares stories about breast cancer from around the Island.

Breast Cancer awareness month

NewsdayTV showcases the role Black Americans played in the shaping of our workforce and economy.

Celebrating a Black senator, Tuskegee Airman and Civil War veteran on LI

From a Long Islander living out his American dream, pioneers in aviation and a school mariachi band, NewsdayTV celebrates Hispanic Herritage Month.

Celebrating individuals making an impact 

As we remember those we lost on 9/11, we're looking at the ongoing battle to secure long term protection for first responders and the latest twists and turns in the cases of the accused terrorists.

Remembering 9/11: Where things stand now

From the case of chemical drums buried in Bethpage and school sex abuse scandals to restaurants Long Island said goodbye to, here's a look back at some of the biggest stories of 2024 found only in Newsday.

'Beneath the Surface': A look at the rise in shark sightings off LI shores

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Environment & Climate Change

Nineteen Long Island water districts have found unregulated chemicals in their drinking supply. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Stubborn chemicals hard to filter out

NewsdayTV gets an exclusive look at how a drill weekend turned into a full-blown firefighting operation last month.

Into the fire with the 106th Rescue Wing

A new tiny tunnel under a Middle Island road will help frogs travel from one pool to another in a springtime ritual, avoiding deadly traffic above.

No E-ZPass needed

Drones and helicopters flew over the sites of the fires in Suffolk Monday as investigators determined the cause of the fires. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Burn ban remains in effect

Scenes from Westhampton on Saturday evening as firefighters battled the brush fire.

Watch: Firefighters battle Westhampton fire

NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger is on the scene in Westhampton Beach Sunday, where officials are saying that the fires, which started Saturday night, has been completely 'knocked down.'

'We have about 600 acres burned'

Lawsuits have been filed by two national water utility trade groups, seeking to overturn the EPA's limit on "forever chemicals" in drinking water established last year.

'It's toxic in very, very minute amounts' 

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Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visits Gra-Bar in Copiague to learn about local versus non-local fish.

Exploring fish at Gra-Bar in Copiague

Newsday Live and Long Island LitFest present a conversation with James Beard Award–winning chef, restaurateur and New York Times bestselling author Michael Symon. Newsday's Elisa DiStefano hosts an in-depth discussion about the chef's life and new book, "Symon's Dinners Cooking Out," with recipes for simple dinners as well as entertaining a crowd.

Newsday Live Author Series: Michael Symon

Bartenders from The State Room and sister concept Shands General in Patchogue won a Long Island cocktail competition at Coastal Kitchen and Daiquiri Bar in Bay Shore.

'Chips and salsa verde-inspired cocktail'

Tellers, Rothmann's and Red Salt Room: A look at three steakhouse brunches on Long Island.

A peek at 3 steakhouse brunches

Newsday sports reporter Laura Albanese checks out the new menu items at Citi Field for the 2025 season.

See the new food options for Mets fans in 2025

Pat LaFrieda's is selling a $40 steak and lobster sandwich at Citi Field. Newsday baseball writers Laura Albanese and Dave Lennon tried it.

There's a $40 sandwich at Citi Field. And, yes, it's worth it.

Newsday sports reporter Laura Albanese checks out the new menu items at Yankee Stadium for the 2025 season.

See the new food options at Yankee Stadium for 2025

Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez and NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano dine at Barrotta's Supper Club in Huntington.

Inside Barrotta's Supper Club jazz restaurant in Huntington

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