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A map, posted on the National Weather Service website Monday morning, showing the potential for flash flooding throughout the Northeast during Tropical Storm Isaias.
Long Beach awaits a date with Tropical Storm Isaias
City of Long Beach officials said beaches will be closed Tuesday, drains are being emptied of excess water, dunes are being fortified, the regular Tuesday night meeting of the City Council … more
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Professional big-wave surfer Will Skudin, left, with photographer and Unsound co-owner Mike Nelson.
Big turnout for Unsound's surf art show
Unsound surf shop held its 7th annual surf art show and auction on June 11, which featured live music by the Shipwrecks. Each year, the event features some of the best artists and photographers … more
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The mobility mats in years past, pictured, did not extend to the water, but the city is installing longer-extending mats at four beaches this summer.
City unveils new beach mats for summer season
After a number of residents urged the city to install mats on the barrier island’s beaches so that those with mobility issues can easily access Long Beach’s iconic shoreline, the city last week released a plan to do just that. more
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Karen Sofield, a former school board president, passed away on Nov. 28. Hundreds attended her funeral at St. Ignatius Martyr Church last week, where she was remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend and mentor.
Long Beach mourns the loss of Karen Sofield
A day before her death, Long Beach resident Karen Sofield brought her family together for a Thanksgiving group photo. With six children and 20 grandchildren, getting them in one place could often be … more
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LONG BEACH, above, was inundated and much of its infrastructure destroyed during Hurricane Sandy, which pummeled the South Shore on Oct. 29, 2012.
With monster storms in mind, L.I. rebuilds
Hugh Mason, a Bellmore sheet metal worker, has learned to be patient. In Hurricane Sandy and its aftermath, he and his family endured more than most. “I had 39 inches of water in my kitchen, all over my countertops,” Hugh recalled. more
Kevin Reilly's storm-damaged home on Barnes Street is in the process of being elevated and repaired.
NY Rising makes major change to 50-50 payout plan
Facing pressure from state and local officials, New York Rising announced a major policy change on Thursday to part of its reimbursement formula that officials say has stalled the rebuilding process … more
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The Tommy Brull Foundation’s Keith Lucchese looked on as Joey Ellul rode a wave.
RVC’s Tommy Brull Foundation brings surfing to Camp ANCHOR
Camp ANCHOR is known for its swimming, drama, sports and other programs for children and adults with special needs, but now it has added surfing to the list of its summer recreational activities, … more
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Dylan Hronec, a Hofstra University student with cerebral palsy, learning how to surf with instructor Dan Volpe (standing).
Tommy Brull Foundation holding its 6th annual fundraiser
The Tommy Brull Foundation will hold its 6th annual fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cannon’s Blackthorn, 49 N. Village Ave. in Rockville Centre. The Tommy Brull Foundation … more
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Deer Tick performed at the 2011 Shine a Light Music Festival.
Deer Tick and others to rock out at Shine a Light
The Tommy Brull Foundation proudly presents the 2013 Shine a Light Music Festival. The Tommy Brull Foundation is a Rockville Centre-based non-profit organization dedicated to raising money to benefit … more
Let's keep our beach communities vibrant
It’s been five months since Hurricane Sandy devastated many South Shore communities, but it appears that some of the areas most impacted will finally receive the necessary funding to start the process of rebuilding damaged beaches and dunes. more
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