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Another Region Begins Phase 4; Indoor Dining 'Problematic' In NYC
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday said another region will begin the fourth phase of reopening businesses in the coronavirus era.

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Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday said another region will begin the fourth phase of reopening businesses in the coronavirus era.

Firefighters entered the smoke-filled building and found something was left on the stove overnight.
Two men were arrested in connection with a robbery and beating near a strip mall.
As phase 3 began on Long Island this week, a pizzeria owner talked to Patch about what's new and how it's impacting his business.
The firm is reportedly looking into several options to revitalize the mall, such as adding a call center or entertainment space.
Hempstead Council Member Chris Carini calls defunding police perhaps the "most dangerous proposal" to come out of George Floyd's death.
Organizers said Friday the popular annual tradition will go on this year, but will look a little different due to the coronavirus.
The blaze broke out around 4 p.m. Thursday, according to a report.
Seniors in the Class of 2020 were set to graduate Friday. Watch it here.
Police say he faces charges including reckless endangerment and criminal mischief.
The credit union said some services will not be available for members.
As fireworks shows across Long Island are canceled, people can see a parade of military vehicles. Masks and social distancing are required.
Long Island’s first center dedicated to transgender care opened in New Hyde Park this month in observance of Pride Month.
Officials say a motorcycle hit a back door of a sedan Wednesday afternoon.
Video posted on social media over the weekend showed a melee break out at an Italian restaurant, according to reports.
The two qualified as semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program by scoring high on the PSAT/NMSQ test last year.
The 5K will not be held as a live event this year due to the coronavirus. You can still raise money for Plainview and Syosset hospitals.
The biggest risks for 2020 are in aid from the county and state which totals over $4 million, Moody’s Investors Service said of the change.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut issued a new quarantine order for travelers from states with high rates of coronavirus infections.
U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi faces Melanie D'Arrigo and Michael Weinstock in the Democratic primary.