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Newsday's Andi Berlin tries the hot dogs of Valley Stream

From an avocado-topped Chilean hot dog to a frank and beans masterpiece, Newsday food writer Andi Berlin spent a day trying hot dogs all over Valley Stream.  Credit: Dawn McCormick; Newsday / Andi Berlin

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First American pope elected ... Remembering the heroes of D-Day & V-E Day ... Knicks, Celtics Game 2 recap ... What's up on LI
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Suffolk DA releases 168-count indictment on alleged LI gang members
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Teens discover 30 cats abandoned in woods near Southern State Parkway
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Booming open mic nights on Long Island 
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The long-lasting cultural impact of Betty Boop
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Alexis Roderick Joel talks about renovations at LI High School for the Arts
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What to know about Newsday's year-long investigation into LI's Dangerous Roads
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BusPatrol issues ticket to Missouri man in error
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Court filing: BusPatrol, Town of Hempstead improperly using windshield cameras for tickets 
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Complaints against mom dismissed for years before wrong-way crash that killed 9-year-old son
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80,000 school bus cameras tickets issued in districts that don't participate in program
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Mitigating increase in bird strikes at airports
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Suffolk DA's cold case unit meets with victim's family 36 years after killing
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Controversy on how Nassau and Suffolk are spending OD prevention funds 
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TRUMP'S IMPACT ON LI

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18 states, including NY, sue Trump administration for halting wind energy projects 
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Trump using White House to influence New York's future 
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Student debt collection to resume on LI and nationwide in May
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Commuters hopeful Penn Station will improve 
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Trump halts Empire Wind project near coast of Long Beach
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Long Island grocers concerned about tariffs
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EPA chief Lee Zeldin addresses LIA in Woodbury
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EPA postpones rule adopting ban on chemical TCE
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AARP hosts event on Social Security Administration changes
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LI financial planner says 'expect a recession' if Trump's tariffs remain in place
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Impact of potential Medicaid cuts on LI
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What dismantling the Department of Education could mean for LI classrooms
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Social Security ending most phone service for benefits filing
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Hochul promises 'resistance' to deadline to end congestion pricing
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How proposed health cuts could impact LI researchers
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Flagrant Fouls: Behind the decline of referees on LI
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The Forgotten: More than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976
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Unearthing a suspect: The Gilgo Beach killings
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For migrants, a year of struggle, fear and hope
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Newsday Investigation: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates
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Unbreakable: The bond between fighter and trainer
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Suffolk DA's cold case unit meets with victim's family 36 years after killing
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NewsdayTV celebrates Women's History Month
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Breast Cancer stories from around Long Island 
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NewsdayTV celebrates Black History Month
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Making an impact
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Remembering those lost in the 9/11 attacks
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'Beneath the Surface': Shark sightings rise off the shores of LI
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18 states, including NY, sue Trump administration for halting wind energy projects 
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Into the blaze with teen firefighter
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New challenge for Long Island water districts 
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Into the fire with the 106th Rescue Wing
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EPA chief Lee Zeldin addresses LIA in Woodbury
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EPA postpones rule adopting ban on chemical TCE
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LI town builds frogs a lifesaving tunnel
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Officials: Wildfires caused by a family making s'mores
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Watch: Firefighters battle Westhampton fire
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Westhampton fire 'knocked down'
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Trump administration could overturn EPA standards for 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
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Massive dredging project begins at Tobay Beach
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FEED ME

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LI cheesecake shop takes on the Dubai chocolate trend
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New food lineup for 2025 Mets season
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Trying Citi Field's $40 sandwich
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Yankee Stadium's new food lineup for 2025 season
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Beef Wellington meets jazz at new Huntington supper club
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Chick-fil-A opening new restaurant in Selden 
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Chef-curated takeout market in Bay Shore 
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All-you-can-eat sushi: Cinnabar in Massapequa
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Hot chocolate: Tasting Long Island's best
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Your complete guide to shopping and eating at LI's first Wegmans
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Tips on eating your way around LI's first Wegmans
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GILGO BEACH KILLINGS

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Part of vault removed from Rex Heuermann's home as family gets ready to move
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Police ID victim 'Peaches' and toddler in connection with 1997 homicide investigation
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Rex Heuermann's ex wife wants to know how her hair ended up on victims' bodies
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Heuermann back in court for pre-trial hearing on DNA evidence 
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Hearing date set for DNA evidence in alleged Gilgo killer case
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Latest on hearing date for DNA in Gilgo case 
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Nuclear DNA evidence in Gilgo killings case should be admissible at trial: DA
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Alleged serial killer Rex Heuermann asks judge to try cases separately
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Rex Heuermann's attorneys want to exclude DNA testing of hairs found at crime scene
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Accused Gilgo killer Rex Heuermann kept news articles as 'souvenirs,' according to court papers
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Alleged Gilgo killer Rex Heuermann charged with 7th murder
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Rex Heuermann's family moving out of their Massapequa Park home
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Chaminade juniors co-host first-ever animated NHL show
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St. Anthony's High School senior returns to the field after crash 
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Why are some LI educators fired while others keep their jobs?
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Amityville sports teams have new nickname
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Judge dismisses lawsuits brought by schools in mascot ban 
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Lindenhurst senior wins ROTC scholarship 
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Sports competitions between Elmont and Bellmore-Merrick will continue
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High school welding class learns to build parts for submarines 
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What dismantling the Department of Education could mean for LI classrooms
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Possible impacts of cuts to the Department of Education 
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Andrea Goldsmith named new president at Stony Brook University
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Northport wrestlers granted stay to compete in postseason tournament
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Baldwin High School senior wins Congressional App Challenge 
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MLK III speaks from same LI stage as his father did almost 60 years ago
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Effect on LI if Dept. of Ed is eliminated 
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Will proposal to ban cellphones in schools work?
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6 LI students named Regeneron finalists
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80,000 school bus cameras tickets issued in districts that don't participate in program
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LI students named Regeneron Science Talent Search semifinalists
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Flag football, baseball and boys lacrosse 
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Meet the Yormacks, Bellmore JFK baseball's twins
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Half Hollow Hills' Anthony Raio eyes an LI championship
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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Sayville's Olivia Moynihan, East Islip baseball 
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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Jack Agostino talks about beating LeBron James in high school
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She's one of LI's top flag football QBs
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Two LI girls wrestlers win inaugural state championships
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Long Beach wrestler Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez wins his second state championship
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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Wrapping up Long Island's winter high school sports season
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St. Anthony's girls lacrosse ranked No. 1 in the nation as season gets underway
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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Legendary hoops coach Risa Zander, St. Anthony's girls lacrosse 
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Pat-Med baseball star Jayden Stroman's unusual journey
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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Two state girls basketball titles and 1980s hoops star Matt Brust 
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SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Newsday's All-Decade teams, plus boys and girls basketball 
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William Floyd H.S. track star wins appeal, can run in state championships
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ROADS & RAILS

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It'll be a breeze to fly from Islip to North Carolina
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LIers weigh in on REAL ID as deadline approaches  
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What to know about Newsday's year-long investigation into LI's Dangerous Roads
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Hochul: MTA capital budget to be funded with payroll tax
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Long Island ABATE raises money for motorcycle safety
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Nassau traffic court pauses hearings on school bus camera tickets
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Suffolk official callings for tougher drugged driving laws 
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Commuters hopeful Penn Station will improve 
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Amtrak will oversee Penn Station renovation, Trump administration says
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Nassau joins New York 'ghost vehicle' task force
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Rep. Gillen calls for federal hearing over rise in deadly crashes on LI
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1 dead, 6 injured in multi-vehicle crash
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Long Island's dangerous roads: Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak
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MTA presses Trump administration to kick in money for upgrades
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Fewer free rides: LIRR IOUs fall 43% but remain rarely paid
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Avelo Airlines announces flights from MacArthur to North Carolina, Florida
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More than 80 fire companies respond to major Suffolk brush fire
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An insider's guide to Grand Central Madison
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YOUR HEALTH

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What to know about Newsday's year-long investigation into LI's Dangerous Roads
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Endometriosis research center opens at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
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Fitness Fix: Hot yoga
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Education, awareness for unsafe infant sleeping practices
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New challenge for Long Island water districts 
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Fitness Fix: Jazzercise
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Study: CT scans could cause cancer risk 
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Breakthrough in pancreatic cancer research at LI lab
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Fitness Fix: The Aerial Loft 
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EPA postpones rule adopting ban on chemical TCE
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Fitness Fix: Stroller Strong Mamas
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Fitness Fix: Monster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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Cats at risk of bird flu
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Impact of potential Medicaid cuts on LI
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Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts
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Losing access to cheaper weight-loss drug alternatives
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Fitness Fix: Fluid Power Barre Fitness
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Officials: 12 Suffolk residents possibly exposed to measles
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Fitness Fix: H3 Fencing in East Northport
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Child tests positive for measles in Suffolk County 
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Painting, dark humor and community support is how Rebecca Koltun shares her story on TikTok
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Italian heritage, comedy and sauce are the perfect recipe for this Long Island family on TikTok
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Jeffrey Juarez and Nora Sangalang spread memes, positivity and Filipino culture on TikTok
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Adam and the Metal Hawks gained millions of fans by sharing their music on TikTok
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This LIer wanted to be a teacher until Barstool's Dave Portnoy called 
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Meet the LI fashion designer known for transforming dresses on TikTok
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Joe Mele dressed his dad up as a food critic from 'Ratatouille.' Now, they're in a Gillette commercial.
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21:15
Becca Bastos impersonates her Long Island mom which led her to become a full time creator
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Is Nick Russo the Dave Portnoy of rating bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches?
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Chef Danielle Sepsy shares recipes, comedy and her Italian-American heritage on TikTok
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Star wrestler Rohan Murphy shares his motivational speaking experiences at schools through TikTok
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Wearing a hijab on TikTok helps Suha Syed "reclaim the narrative" of how Muslims are perceived
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Easter Bunny sighting: Wyandanch Plaza 
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Golden retriever meetup at this LI brewery brings hundreds of dog owners
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Behind the rise of salsa dancing on LI
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NewsdayTV's Spring Break special
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3 steakhouse brunches on Long Island
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18 states, including NY, sue Trump administration for halting wind energy projects 
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Amazon looks to buy nearly 27 acres of Sunrise Mall property
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Long Island Housing Services settles 2 housing discrimination cases
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LI home prices rose to record high in first quarter
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Student debt collection to resume on LI and nationwide in May
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Affordable housing lottery opens in Hempstead
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Prices for eggs are reaching record highs 
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LI home prices rose steadily through March before stock market turmoil
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Long Island grocers concerned about tariffs
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What volatility in stocks means for LI's housing market
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LI financial planner says 'expect a recession' if Trump's tariffs remain in place
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LIers worry about the economy after big stock market drops
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Wall Street bonuses rise in 2024
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Tariff war affects local breweries
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Woodbury nursing home calls off closure plan for now
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Former Entenmann family home on the market
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What do Trump's promised tariffs mean for Long Island?
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Newsday Live Author Series: Michael Symon
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Newsday Live Conversation: Beyond the Court with A.J. Price
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2025 'Made in Huntington' Film & TV Festival awards handed out at Newsday
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Congestion pricing: What you need to know
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Newsday Live Conversations: New York Giants safety and LI native Elijah Riley
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Newsday Live Author Series: Bobby Flay
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Newsday Live Music Series: Long Island Idols
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Mike DelGuidice previews new album at Newsday
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A chat with best-selling author Nelson DeMille
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Paying the Price: Long Island's stormy future
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52:36
Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Baez
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Newsday Live: A Chat with George Stephanopoulos
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Newsday Live Conversations: Teacher misconduct on Long Island
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Newsday Live Conversations: Sex Trafficking on Long Island
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Newsday Live: A chat with Chef Alex Guarnaschelli
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Shark Smarts: What You Need to Know
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An evening with LI musician Mike DelGuidice
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Newsday Live: What's it really like to be a food critic?
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Lease Now, Casino Later?
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