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Jesse Findling, of Massapequa Park, made a stop at his alma mater on Monday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'He just followed his dream'

A federal judge approved an agreement this week to phase out the Saving on a Valuable Education, or SAVE, Plan. The move could affect millions of borrowers. Newsday's experts break it down.

The East Meadow school district is asking taxpayers to vote yes on a $71.5 million capital improvement bond. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's good for the school district'

Dental professor Ira B. Lamster said the break with Stony Brook University was unrelated to the funding he received from Epstein. Newsday investigative reporter Joshua Solomon has more.

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South Country has also proposed a tax levy increase of up to 6.51%.

LI school district proposes cutting 43 teachers to balance budget

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In all, Island districts are seeking to raise an estimated $10 billion in property tax for the next school year.

See your district's proposed increase

The fact that four districts want to exceed their levy cap is an indication of how tough it's been for districts to balance their budgets, a local school advocate said.

4 LI districts want to pierce their tax levy caps: Why officials say it's needed

This year's competition received 71 poems, competition officials said.

East Hampton student wins poetry contest

The West Side School in Laurel Hollow has been closed since an early morning blaze on March 10.

LI elementary school damaged in fire could reopen in weeks, superintendent says

Catch-up is not simply a matter of extra test prep or tutors for homework.

'COVID generation' students need more support

Eileen Santoro teaches through hands-on exploration, like coding a robot or watching a pumpkin decompose.

Plainedge teacher sparks learning with robots, pumpkins and bread baking

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A new report says the risks of AI in education are greater than the benefits. NewsdayTV spoke with a panel of experts on the topic.

A look at the risks of AI in education

It's been 40 years since the space shuttle Challenger disaster. Long Islanders remember where they were on Jan. 28, 1986.

'We had no idea what would transpire'

Under Gov. Kathy Hochul's budget proposal, Long Island districts would see a 3.8% increase in state aid. However, some districts would see modest decreases. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I'm concerned for the kids'

Gov. Hochul unveiled plans for her state budget proposal, including no new state taxes, a 4.3% increase in school aid and no taxes on tips. NewsdayTV political analyst Joye Brown has more.

'You can make historic investments'

Each semifinalist will receive $2,000 and their school will receive a matching amount. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I'm ecstatic'

Mamdani made universal child care a cornerstone of his campaign. NewsdayTV's Macy England talks with experts on how his plan could impact Long Island.

'I think it's an awesome idea'

Smithtown High School West sophomore Nicholas Cardi, is working with NASA on a project called Radio JOVE.

An out of this world experience

NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson is joined by education experts to discuss the rising concerns of marijuana vaping in Long Island schools.

'Young people are turning to vaping ... to cope'

President Trump vowed new immigration policies following the deadly ambush on two National Guard soldiers in Washington. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I don't agree with it. I think it's appalling'

Educators and addiction experts across Long Island say that with the legalization of marijuana, vaping among adolescents has become a concerning trend.

Some schools installing detection systems

The robotics club at Floyd built a T-shirt bot, a machine that shoots shirts into the crowds at sporting events.

'You just watch the crowd go wild'

Jayden Flores, a Mepham High School freshman, was killed on his e-bike crash on his way to school. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I don't know what we're going to do'

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From fried pickles to Mookie Wilson's sliders, Newsday's Carissa Kellman sampled new items on Citi Field's menu.

What's new to eat at Citi Field this season?

When Hofstra and St. John's basketball players want a good pregame or post-game meal, their slam dunk choice is Vincent's Clam Bar in Carle Place. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

'You can never go wrong with the Lucky Parm'

Frank Labidi, 24, of Farmingville, "treated a public roadway like a racetrack," Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly said. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

LI man accused of killing 2 teens in high-speed crash pleads not guilty 

Glen Cove softball pitcher Brooke Simmons has a chance to make the Olympics with the Puerto Rican national team.

Glen Cove's Brooke Simmons to join the Puerto Rican national softball team

The state controls most major roads on Long Island, delaying local safety projects. Newsday investigation reporter Payton Guion has the story.

An LI village has wanted a safer Route 110 for years. But NYS stands in the way, it says.

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tried some homemade Irish scones at Mary's Irish Shop in Long Beach.

Get a taste of Ireland at Mary’s Irish Shop

Cole Brauer made history as the first American woman to circumnavigate the globe solo in a sailboat. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

LIer who made sailing history recalls her barrier-breaking journey

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us back in time to a family-run luncheonette that is bringing back some old time favorites.

Out East: Take a trip back in time to Sip'n Soda

Ken Buffa pairs up with Steven Kitsen of Kitsen Construction to learn what goes into dock building in this week's LI Works.

LI Works: It's a shore thing as Ken learns how to build docks

With Hempstead a focal point for ICE raids, many local business owners are barely staying afloat. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger, Doug Geed and Newsday reporter Bart Jones have the story.

Hempstead village businesses suffering amid ICE raids

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The polls have closed in Long Island's more than 120 school districts after residents weighed in on board candidates, budgets, and propositions. See the results in your district.  Read more here.

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