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The Long Island Power Authority is a nonprofit municipal electric utility that has operated in some capacity on Long Island for over 25 years. For as long as I can remember, LIPA has been about as popular as a root canal. more

6/13/13

Jason Schatzberg and Andrea Fitzgerald, of Paninis & Bikinis, are among the owners of 35 local businesses that received grants from National Grid to help rebuild after Hurricane Sandy.

National Grid donates $1.1 million to local businesses

“We’re very excited to be back,” said Long Beach resident Jason Schatzberg, owner of Paninis & Bikinis, who is reopening his West End eatery in two weeks, almost eight months after Hurricane … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 6/7/13

Under the governor’s proposal, LIPA would be reduced to five members.

Governor proposes privatization of L.I.'s utilities

Following months of deliberation regarding the future of the Long Island Power Authority, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proposed legislation that would privatize Long Island’s utility operations. more

By David Weingrad | 5/24/13

LIPA faced a barrage of criticism for its response to Hurricane Sandy.

LIPA's future remains uncertain

It’s been five months since Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc on the shores of Long Island, and the state government, led by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, continues the process of reworking its utility storm and preparation response. more

By David Weingrad | 3/27/13

LIPA and National Grid have called in more tree trimming crews in preparation for the storm. The high winds knocking down lines is a chief concerns.

LIPA and National Grid prepare for storm

In preparation of the snow storm that is going to hit Long Island, National Grid has taken over preparations of LIPA’s systems and is getting ready for thousands of potential outages. In a … more

By Alex Costello | 2/8/13

The city has constructed sand barriers along the beach to protect during winter storms in the aftermath of Sandy.

Long Beach declares snow emergency

Long Beach, a city still recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy, declared a snow emergency effective Friday at 6 a.m., when a monster blizzard is expected to hit the northeast … more

Anthony Rifilato | 2/7/13

Tomorrow: I.P. Chamber to host National Grid meeting Jan. 30

Learn about a grant program for businesses. The Island Park Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a National Grid Meeting tomorrow, Jan. 30, 7 p.m. at Lincoln Orens Middle School, Island Park. Kathleen Wisnewski from National Grid will … more

1/29/13

Strong gas smell overwhelms South Shore

A pungent smell that overwhelmed parts of the South Shore Wednesday morning — that many feared was caused by a gas leak along Lido Blvd., delivering a “noxious” stench that led several nearby … more

By Vanessa Canner and Anthony Rifilato | 5/9/12

LIPA Director Michael Hervey spoke to residents of Mill Brook on Oct. 19 about improving communication during storms.

LIPA chief: We need to do better

The Long Island Power Authority needs to do better in communicating information with customers, Director Michael Hervey told members of the Mill Brook Civic Association at a recent homeowners meeting. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 11/3/11

The southern part of Lawson Boulevard was eerily quiet after police closed it off due to a gas leak.

Gas leak in Oceanside

Lawson Blvd is closed in both directions between Waukena Avenue and Daly Road in Oceanside due to a gas leak. more

Alex Costello | 4/19/11

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