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THe worse signs of Irene’s presence was topppled trees and downed power lines.

The village of Lynbrook is seeking money for expenses incurred by tropical storm Irene, leaving sizeable damages through the Tri-state area in August, according to Village Administrator John Giordano. more

By Clarissa Hamlin | 10/5/11

Members of the East Rockaway Fire Department waded through floodwaters in Bay Park on the way to a reported house fire.

Scenes from a storm

Some said it wasn’t so bad, that it could have been worse — even those residents who were sitting in the dark with flooded basements but no electricity, their food spoiling, feeling lucky to have made it through Hurricane Irene without injury. Others, whose houses and vehicles had fallen victim to toppling trees, counted their blessings that they weren’t nearby at the time. more

By Mary Malloy and Clarissa Hamlin | 8/31/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/7/11

Playwright John Blenn, of East Meadow, presents his original comedy “Crooked Lines,” at The Stage in Merrick this month.

Local playwright returns to The Stage

For John Blenn, The Stage Theater in Merrick carries special meaning. The playwright, a North Bellmore native who lives in East Meadow, produced his first original show there, in 1995. He made his return last Sunday with the world premiere of “Crooked Lines,” an original comedy that plays again on Sunday, April 10 and Sunday, April 17. more

Mike Caputo | 4/6/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/1/11

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

Monte Leeper | 8/5/10

Storms are claiming too many trees

Q. A lot of trees came down around my neighborhood in the last big storm. Is there anything I can do to keep my trees safe, and is it allowed to put in wire tie-downs to keep my trees tethered during a storm? more

Monte Leeper | 5/14/10

A large tree fell on a small accord on Kelsey Place in Lynbrook.

Nor'easter leaves destruction in its path

Residents in East Rockaway and Lynbrook emerged from their homes on Sunday morning to assess the damage after a massive nor’easter ripped through the area with high winds and driving rain. more

Anthony Bottan and Mary Malloy | 3/17/10

High winds, rain cause damage in Lynbrook, East Rockaway

High winds and driving rain caused widespread damage on Saturday afternoon. Trees were uprooted in many south shore communities, and there was extensive damage to vehicles and property. more

Mary Malloy | 3/13/10