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80 percent of the county's adults have received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine, according to state data.
Bhavana Madini, of Plainview, made it to the 14th round of the competition. She's officially one of the best spellers in the world.
Heavy rains have caused all of the southbound lanes to become impassible.
The county executive has named five people to a prospective committee to create the memorial at Eisenhower Park.
MacArthur High School's Giavanna Stematelo won gold while representing Team USA at the Lisbola Lacrosse Cup in Portugal in late June.
Students from Barnum Woods, Bowling Green, McVey and Meadowbrook schools celebrated their completion of elementary school.
The ambulance was transporting a patient to a hospital when it was hit by a drunk driver, police said.
The organization, which helps children who are fighting cancer, raised thousands of dollars through the virtual event.
With Elsa approaching, residents should make sure their go-bags and evacuation plans are up to date, just in case of an emergency.
The "Music for a Sunday Afternoon" series returns this year, featuring cellist Suzanne Mueller for four performances.
The high heat is creating ozone at ground level, which can cause health problems for people outdoors and those with lung conditions.
The "Shootout for Heroes" is coming to Massapequa's Field of Dreams on July 22.
Used fireworks in a garbage can reignited, damaging the home and a nearby fence.
Police say the drunk driver hit the police cruiser and pushed it 40 feet before coming to a stop. The police car was unoccupied at the time.
It could feel like 100 degrees or more in some areas, so residents should stay indoors and cool, if possible.
It could feel like 100 degrees today and tomorrow, so cooling centers are open for those without air conditioning.
Police say the young woman was walking with friends when she was shot. She is in stable condition.
The band raised money for the organization United Sound, which brings music to kids with special needs.
Christopher Powers, a Division Avenue junior, could get scholarships of up to $30,000 a year for four years.