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LIPA warned that power outages could accompany Irene as she hits Long Island in the early morning hours on Sunday.

'High potential' for power outages: LIPA

The Long Island Power Authority said it is keeping a close eye on the track of the hurricane, as there is "still a high potential for extensive damage and power outages." Although no significant … more

8/27/11

A nut job’s guide to insulating your attic

So there I was, shimmying into a corner of my attic to stuff insulation into a narrow crevice that hadn’t seen the light of day in 60 years. more

Scott Brinton | 4/21/11

Franklin Square resident Bill Youngfert installed solar panels on his home five years ago to reduce his carbon footprint, but has notice a huge savings ever since. Within a year, Youngfert will be solely reaping the benefits of his decision.

Go green: it could cut your bill

Five years ago, Franklin Square resident Bill Youngfert decided he wanted to do something positive for the environment — and save a little money, too. After receiving a free solar panel assessment, Youngfert installed solar panels on his home, and he has been witnessing an incredible savings on his electric bill ever since. more

Jackie Nash | 3/16/11

Democracy in a world ruled by oil

Self-centered bordering on narcissistic. That’s how I would describe the U.S.’s reaction to the democratic revolution that has swept across the Middle East and North Africa in recent months. more

Scott Brinton | 3/10/11

Do solar panels make sense for my house?

Q. What can you tell me about solar on my house? Do I need a permit and will it really make sense for me? I am near retirement and if I downsize in about 10 years, I don't know if it's really worth it. more

Monte Leeper | 9/22/10

Sen. Fuschillo calls for audit of LIPA’s $30M Earl bill

Following reports that the Long Island Power Authority spent an estimated $30 million on Hurricane Earl, leaving customers to potentially face a rate increase, New York State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. and other area lawmakers requested this past week that State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli conduct an audit of LIPA’s handling of the situation. more

9/13/10

Solar panels on my roof?

Q. What can you tell me about solar on my house? Do I need a permit and will it really make sense for me? I am near retirement and if I downsize in about 10 years, I don't know if it's really worth it. more

By Monte Leeper | 8/5/10

We’re drowning in an ocean of black oil

Yeah! Drill, baby, drill! Let’s suck every last drop of oil from the ocean floor in the waters off the good ol’ U.S. of A., and to heck with the environment and the environmental regulations holding us up from taking what’s ours — oil, beautiful, black oil, the world’s carbon legacy passed down to us by God to power our nation, keep us safe and make us rich. more

Scott Brinton | 5/6/10

‘Green’ lights ahead for Nassau County

County Executive Ed Mangano’s aides, in sharp business suits, suddenly appeared out of side doors, carrying folding stands, maps and charts, which they hurriedly set up in the center of the Nassau County Executive and Legislative Building’s ornate press room. Then came the big yellow stoplight. more

Scott Brinton | 3/18/10

LIPA, Hempstead work to restore power

Kevin Law, president of the Long Island Power Authority, described last Saturday’s nor’easter as “one of the biggest weather events in Long Island history.” more

Anthony Bottan | 3/17/10