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Long fueling lines were a problem in Nassau County after Hurricane Sandy.

Town: Fueling stations must carry generators

A law passed by the Town of Hempstead on Jan. 22 requires fueling stations within the township to carry back-up generators capable of powering its fuel pumps during power outages. more

By David Weingrad | 1/31/13

Thank you, Legislator Ford

Last week, Governor Cuomo unveiled his 2013-14 budget. He proposed to increase school aid statewide by 3 percent while keeping overall state spending growth under 2 percent. more

1/31/13

It's long past time for action at the Bay Park plant

The effort to rebuild our communities after Hurricane Sandy’s devastation has not been without a sense of urgency, especially when it comes to reconstructing homes and critical infrastructure “stronger, smarter and safer.” more

1/31/13

Roughly 7,000 people charged into the water during last year’s Long Beach Polar Bears Superbowl Splash. Organizers said that they are expecting a record turnout this year in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

Long Beach Polar Bears charge on

“People want [normalcy]. This is Long Beach, this is what we do,” said Kevin McCarthy, co-founder of the Long Beach Polar Bear Club. Less than a week after Sandy struck, McCarthy said people … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 1/31/13 | 1 comment

Chamber officers include, from left, Ira Reiter and Margaret Biegelman, vice presidents; Ellen Firer, secretary; and Douglas Mills, treasurer.

Chamber pays tribute to Merricks' first responders

The Merrick Chamber of Commerce installation dinner at Château Briand in Carle Place on Jan. 24 was a night to celebrate the firefighters, police officers and emergency medical technicians who … more

By Scott Brinton | 1/30/13

Queens students lend helping hand to East Rockaway peers

Like many homes in East Rockaway, Rhame Avenue Elementary School is slowly but surely getting put back together after Hurricane Sandy hit on Oct. 29. Rhame had between 10 and 12 inches of water … more

By Brian Croce | 1/30/13

Peninsula Kiwanis lends a helping hand to several local organizations throughout the year and in emergencies such as Hurricane Sandy. At the Five Towns Early Learning Center in Inwood, Frank Mistero, Dominic Cura, Frank Basile and Kevin Cooney handed out Christmas gifts to the children, along with Center Executive Director Pepper Robinson.

Dedicating themselves to the community

The day after Hurricane Sandy struck Long Island, members of the Peninsula Kiwanis Club were cutting downed trees, coordinating efforts to get generators to the Five Towns and reaching out to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to have food and water sent to the community they cherish. more

By Ann E. Friedman | 1/30/13

Community Chest’s Executive Director Bob Block made a point about community service at his organization’s annual meeting.

Community service in the wake of Sandy

Post-Hurricane Sandy storm relief dominated the annual Five Towns Community Chest meeting held in Gold Hall at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library on Monday. more

By Jeffrey Bessen | 1/30/13

Residents bowl for Sandy relief in Rockville Centre

Approximately 200 customers attended a fundraiser at RVC Lanes in support of the Long Beach City School District on Jan. 21. more

1/30/13

Sen. Charles Schumer held a press conference in Point Lookout a day before Congress acted.

Sandy relief aid is on the way

After months of political wrangling and desperate calls from city and state officials to release much-needed federal aid, Congress passed a $50.5 billion Hurricane Sandy aid package on Monday, a … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 1/30/13

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