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Investigators say high winds and high tide from Hurricane Erin may have contributed to the fire that tore through a popular Seaford restaurant and damaged boats. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Crabby Amy's restaurant on Seaford marina destroyed by fire, along with several boats

No injuries were reported

Families attended the Hot Wheels Monster Truck rally at UBS Arena, which included a competition and trucks doing wheelies and a long jump freestyle.

'Thrash, smash the competition'

The Jones Beach Junior Lifeguard Program trains the lifeguards of the future by helping them become more comfortable out on the water.

'Help these kids become more comfortable in the water'

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The man was northbound on the parkway south of Hempstead Turnpike when he hit another vehicle going in the same direction, police said.

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However, a dozen county-run beaches are closed for bathing due to high bacteria levels, Suffolk said.

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Ex-New Jersey Net Jayson Williams has launched a free job-training program for people with a history of substance use or criminal records.

This NBA star served 2 years in prison and went to rehab. Now, he's giving LIers a second chance.

At least 4,000 people celebrated Scottish, Irish and Welsh culture at the Long Island Celtic Festival and Highland Games.

Flying cabers, blaring bagpipes flood Old Westbury Gardens for festival

The man, 42, was attempting to cross Fulton Avenue early Saturday morning when he was struck by a 2009 Nissan Rogue traveling south, Nassau police said.

Pedestrian hit, killed by driver in SUV while crossing road in Hempstead, police say

"My mother had impeccable taste, this innate sense of style," said her daughter Caryn Hirshleifer.

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Clavin's appointment happened at an Aug. 5 town board meeting, less than 30 minutes after he resigned as town supervisor and before Nassau County Legis. John Ferretti was appointed to replace him.

Clavin is still in a Hempstead Town post, but officials have not disclosed his salary or title

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For the last seven years, Gilda Zirinsky, a Holocaust survivor who recently celebrated her 90th birthday, has been working out at the Strength in Mobility fitness center in Manhasset through boxing and strength training. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

'I feel strong'

The number of volunteer firefighters on LI is shrinking. Camp Fahrenheit 516 is a weeklong program for teens to see what it's like.

'I've learned how to put out car fires'

The National Transportation Safety Board has released a final report on the 2023 Farmingdale bus crash upstate. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Bus' front left tire was underinflated

Bondi joined Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman at the training village that prepares officers for real world situations. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Pam Bondi attends opening of Nassau police training facility

Five people were evacuated after the driver of a Toyota Camry crashed into the building, Nassau police said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

5 evacuated after car drives into building

Dozens of protesters rallied in Hempstead Sunday against recent ICE raids in the community. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'They're trying to find a job and support their families'

Nassau County and state park officials are ramping up shark patrols ahead of the holiday weekend following a recent incident at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Make sure everybody is safe'

The rear of a coach bus sank through the top of multilevel underground parking garage in Lake Success Tuesday evening.

Pavement collapsed with a 'boom'

Port Washington residents and officials are mounting a campaign to bring Fernando Mejia back after ICE agents took him from the parking lot of the bagel store he manages.

'Makes me sick that a guy like that could just lose everything'

Rep. Tom Suozzi is calling on President Trump and Kristi Noem to release the manager of a Port Washington bagel store after ICE agents arrested him last week.

Suozzi calls for release of popular bagel store manager

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'

Homeland Security agents appeared near Park Avenue Elementary School in Westbury, and a car crash that soon followed drew an angry crowd. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Those agents were not working for ICE'

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Jayson Williams knows what it means to get a second chance. The former NBA player who once spent time in jail founded the "Rebound on the Road" program to teach individuals who have faced challenges how to become truck drivers. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

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NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa tries the TikTok famous cucumber sandwich with tuna at Bagel Plaza in Merrick.

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What kind of royal treatment awaits at a sprawling castle that's played host to celebrity weddings and a Taylor Swift music video?

What it's like to stay at Oheka Castle

For over 34 years, Tammy Metzger has been a lifeguard at Jones Beach. For her, it's more than just a summer gig - it's a lifestyle. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

LI Works: The call to be a lifeguard

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland speaks with a mother who had to face whether to give birth via C-section.

C-section rates vary widely at LI hospitals

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin learns how to eat steamers at Nicky's Clam Bar in Bay Shore.

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The Town of Riverhead is at odds with the Suffolk County Water Authority over a proposed pipeline that would run directly through area. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Suffolk County Water Authority proposes controversial pipeline

Get creative with ice cream-related activites at DIY day camps. NewsdayTV Senior Lifestyle Host Elisa DiStefano has the scoop.

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See a fire-breathing dinosaur rip a car in half at the Hot Wheels Monster Truck Rally

Her 25-day disappearance grabbed national attention after she was found on a yacht. What her story reveals about LI's hidden world of drugs and sex trafficking. Newsday reporters Shari Einhorn, Grant Parpan and Sandra Peddie have the story.

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