The Nassau County Legislature recently unanimously approved a measure to waive all building fees for Superstorm Sandy victims.
The law extends the fee-waiver period to Dec. 31, …
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8/25/16
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Since Hurricane Sandy attacked our shores, the people of Long Island have been waiting for the federal government to grant funding that will protect our shorelines from future storms. On Aug. 10 . . .
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8/17/16
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It’s been nearly four years since Hurricane Sandy extensively damaged the Long Beach Medical Center and indirectly led to its closure. Its absence still looms large . . .
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8/17/16
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Hurricane season in the Atlantic began June 1 and lasts until Nov. 30. If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to make sure you’re prepared.
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8/10/16
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Saying they would rather lose fees now than have to pay for losses after a storm, Town of Hempstead Supervisor Anthony Santino and Councilman Anthony D’Esposito announced on Monday that the town …
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By Barbra Rubin-Perry
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8/3/16
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The Town of Hempstead will continue waiving Building Department permit fees for residents who are continuing to repair and reconstruct their homes from damage caused by Superstorm Sandy Since the …
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7/13/16
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It’s been quite a while since the South Shore of Long Island was ravaged by Superstorm Sandy. Many homes have been restored, while others have been abandoned. Local beaches are . . .
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7/6/16
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It is hard to imagine that I would find myself writing about the nation’s worst terror attack since 9/11 and the worst mass shooting in American history. Make no mistake about it. The mass shooting in Orlando . . .
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6/23/16
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It has been a confusing and frustrating three and a half years since Hurricane Sandy for many homeowners who had flood insurance when the storm hit. The expectation was that since they had paid for …
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By Barbra Rubin-Perry
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6/1/16
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Dylan’s mom and Daniel’s dad write to me often. In truth, I dread reading their emails; their words darken the day. But how wrenching it must be to write those words. These parents are leaders of the Sandy Hook Promise Foundation . . .
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5/19/16
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