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When ‘it’s just government’ isn’t an excuse

Many people woke up a couple of days before Christmas to heavy rain and wind that flooded residential streets and primary roadways, and may have left them wondering, “Where are all those Sandy flood-mitigation projects we were promised?” more

1/5/23

Sorting through her father’s belongings last Sunday morning, Kelly Collins, center far right, of East Meadow is prepared to sell his home on South Long Beach Avenue in Freeport.

Still picking up the pieces after Hurricane Sandy

The front lawn looked like a garage sale was in progress. Boxes and plastic bins were piled next to the white PODS storage unit parked in the driveway on South Long Beach Avenue in Freeport. East … more

By Nadya Nataly | 8/3/17

Pro surfer Kelly Slater during the finals of the Quiksilver Pro New York in 2011.

The Quiksilver Pro N.Y. and a community's fight for survival

Months before the crowds flocked to the beaches in September 2011 to watch professional surfers like Kelly Slater during the Quiksilver Pro New York — the largest pro surfing competition ever held … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 7/22/15

Hurricane Sandy took down trees throughout the Faith Laursen Preserve.

Residents raise concerns about Faith Laursen Preserve

Bill Wood, of Orange Street in Bellmore, lives just feet from the Farmers Avenue entrance to the Faith Laursen Preserve, which sits on 25 acres between Bellmore and Merrick. Bill’s wife, … more

By Julie Mansmann | 2/21/14

PSEG Long Island to jumpstart in 2014

One year after Superstorm Sandy laid waste to Long Island’s electrical grids, New Jersey-based energy company PSE&G is preparing to replace LIPA in managing … more

By John Maher | 11/13/13

Sandy’s blackout illuminates what we’re thankful for

“A hundred-year storm” was I phrase I heard politicians and meteorologists use to describe this mysterious Sandy. With the memory of Hurricane Irene still fresh in my mind, I figured that once again these warnings were an exaggeration, nothing more than a precaution. more

Amber Garrick | 12/12/12

Adelphi staff encourages emergency preparations

One week after Hurricane Irene stormed through New York followed Tropical Storm Lee that dropped nearly a foot of water in the Susquehanna River valley and forced more than 20,000 residents to evacuate their homes in Broome County, including Debbi Grogran. more

By Shannon Koehle | 9/21/12

Still recovering from the storm

Late last month, the Village of Island Park received notice that it would be receiving money from the Federal Emergency Management Association for damages done to village property and equipment, and overtime accrued by village employees, during Hurricane Irene last year. more

By Alex Costello | 7/11/12

Local resident Marie Barret, with her published book, “Ms. Irene Is So Demanding.”

Book on Hurricane Irene launched in Franklin Square

Local resident Marie Barret, the first-time author of the children’s book, “Ms. Irene Is So Demanding,” which focuses on hurricane safety and preparedness, was celebrated by dozens of locals on March 30, in Franklin Square. more

By Jackie Nash | 4/10/12

Mayor Francis Murray delivered his first State of the Village address on Monday, focusing on his accomplishments in recent months.

Rockville Centre mayor delivers State of the Village address

At Monday afternoon’s meeting of the village Board of Trustees, Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray delivered his first State of the Village address, highlighting six months of accomplishments and hinting at his future plans. more

Aaron Axelson | 2/15/12

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