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By Amy Gernon November 08, 2012
The snow and wind that began yesterday afternoon is finally easing up, but not before sending outages back over the 200,000 mark.
By Cait Russell November 07, 2012
Over 150k Long Islanders are still without power as Nor'easter progresses, promising 3-4 inches of snow.
By Amy Gernon November 07, 2012
Despite the weather, LIPA crews are continuing on with the recovery effort.
By Cait Russell November 07, 2012
Whenever a disaster strikes, profiteering scammers are sure to pop up shortly after. Here's what you need to know to avoid any of the Post Sandy Scams & Rumors being spread online.
By Lighthouse Mission November 07, 2012
Lighthouse Mission is working hard to meet the increasing need for those suffering from the current crisis caused by Hurricane Sandy and the current Nor'easter.
By Amy Gernon November 07, 2012
Less than two weeks after Hurricane Sandy swept over the area, today's nor'easter is expected to cause additional power outages and wind-related damages.
By Amy Gernon November 07, 2012
Greenpeace's Rolling Sunshine truck has been providing emergency power to one of Rockaway's worst hit neighborhoods.
By Christian Abbatecola November 07, 2012
In the wake of the biggest storm to hit Long Island in many decades, several banks are aiming to ease the transition back to normality.
By Cait Russell November 07, 2012
King Kullen And Bozzuto’s Inc. Spearhead $100,000 Donation To Those Hardest Hit By Hurricane Sandy - Funds will go to Long Island Cares/Harry Chapin Food Bank in the Form of King Kullen and IGA Gift ...
By Amy Gernon November 07, 2012
President Barack Obama has been elected to a second term, and the majorities in power in both the Senate and House have maintained their control with some slight change ups.
By Cait Russell November 07, 2012
As we slowly return to normal in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the question many parents are asking is "When will the kids be back in school?"
By Amy Gernon November 07, 2012
Gov. Cuomo has ordered LIPA, and other utility companies, to retain their non-local emergency repairs crews to continue repairs after the forecasted nor'easter hits New York.
By Christian Abbatecola November 06, 2012
The sum of homes without power continues to fall, but many residents still face a trying road ahead.
By Christian Abbatecola November 06, 2012
New York's two NBA teams gave fans something to cheer about as Long Islanders and NYC residents try to get life back to normal.
By Amy Gernon November 06, 2012
Long Islanders, already panicking from the gas shortage caused by Hurricane Sandy, may have to wait even longer for a return to normal due to the upcoming nor'easter.
By Angeline R. November 06, 2012
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy's aftermath, our community can see the silver lining of volunteerism. Many people, organizations, and buisnesses are trying to help restore our communities to its former glory.
By Amy Gernon November 06, 2012
Following a similar race in 2010, the heated race between Rep. Tim Bishop (D-Southampton) and his opponent Republican Randy Altschuler ends today.
By Amy Gernon November 06, 2012
Gov. Cuomo announced that homeowners who experienced damage from Hurricane Sandy will not be responsible to pay insurance deductibles.
By Amy Gernon November 05, 2012
With a handful of polling sites in Nassau and Suffolk counties out of commission following Hurricane Sandy, Gov. Cuomo signed an executive order allowing New Yorkers to cast their vote at any polling site.
By Amy Gernon November 05, 2012
Long Islanders are finally seeing lines at the pumps move a little more quickly, and Gov. Cuomo expects things to return to normal by Wednesday or Thursday.
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