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By Cait Russell November 09, 2012
As we begin to recover from Hurricane Sandy, there are many ways that you can help LI to rebuild in the wake of the largest storm to ever hit the North East.
By Amy Gernon November 09, 2012
City officials have announced that Long Beach's water supply is safe to drink, but all faucets should be flushed for 10 to 15 minutes before drinking or using the water.
By Amy Gernon November 09, 2012
Long Island Rail Road is operating at 45 percent capacity as Amtrak crews continue repairs in two of their four East River tunnels that were flooded during Hurricane Sandy.
By Amy Gernon November 09, 2012
Daniel Sheehan, 50, of Deer Park, has been arrested and charged with attempted extortion by use of an explosive device after placing a homemade bomb packed with roofing nails in the lighting section of the ...
By Amy Gernon November 09, 2012
A Public Service Commission Report reveals the various ways in which LIPA failed to meet industry standards and upgrade it system to withstand storm damage.
By Wendy L November 09, 2012
Find out what Long Island state parks remain opened and closed.
By Christian Abbatecola November 08, 2012
Telecommunications giant, Verizon, has joined other major businesses in helping communities struck by Sandy.
By Amy Gernon November 08, 2012
Melody Anne Butler is collecting newborn, infant and toddle supplies at her Lindenhurst home to aid Long Island families who lost everything after Hurricane Sandy.
By Cait Russell November 08, 2012
Almost two weeks after Hurricane Sandy, Long Island is still experiencing a gas shortage, and will now be subject to fuel rationing measures.
By Amy Gernon November 08, 2012
Calling the utility company a "nameless, faceless" monopoly that has failed the consumer, Gov. Cuomo said on Thursday that the state is considering a ground-up redesign of LIPA.
By Amy Gernon November 08, 2012
Last night's storm caused hour-long delays and suspensions, but LIRR officials expect a return to it's modified schedule.
By Amy Gernon November 08, 2012
Gov. Cuomo dismissed Steve Kuhr from his position as chief of the state's Office of Emergency Management after learning that Kuhr diverted emergency crews to remove a fallen tree from his property during early hurricane ...
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 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 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.
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