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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.
By Amy Gernon November 05, 2012
Here is a list of warming stations for Long Islanders who are still without electricity and heat following Hurricane Sandy.
By Cait Russell November 05, 2012
Just as Long Island has begun to recover from Hurricane Sandy, another storm has begun it's approach, and threatens to cause untold damages only days after Sandy ravaged the area.
By Christian Abbatecola November 05, 2012
In the aftermath of one of the most devastating storms to ever hit Long Island, many residents will have to vote in unfamiliar booths.
By Cait Russell November 05, 2012
Suffolk SPCA To Distribute Pet Food in Storm Ravaged Areas
By Amy Gernon November 04, 2012
Long Islanders without power can find several charging stations throughout Nassau and Suffolk County.
By Carrie B. November 04, 2012
FEMA has requested that those with ability to register online please do so in order to keep the phone lines open for those without connectivity and to share this information with friends and neighbors.
By Carrie B. November 03, 2012
This measure has been put in place by executive order since a Local State of Emergency was signed on 11/2/12, and intends to protect the residents and properties that were the hardest hit who continue ...