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That time of the year is here again — the heart of hurricane season — and it’s important to take steps now to make sure you and your family are safe when the next storm hits. more

8/13/14

Lawrence High School was one of several public structures in the Five Towns damaged during Hurricane Sandy. The state said it will reimburse municipalities for the remaining 10 percent of Sandy-related repairs.

State to reimburse local governments

Local governments in Nassau and Suffolk counties are expected to share $145 million in state money — out of a total of $175 million — to cover the outstanding 10 percent in Hurricane Sandy rebuilding costs that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) doesn’t reimburse. more

By Jeff Bessen | 7/25/14

Nassau and Suffolk county officials gathered with leaders of the American Red Cross on Long Island last Friday in Bethpage to urge residents to prepare now for future severe storms. From left to right were Chris Kutner, co-chairman of the American Red Cross on Long Island’s Board of Directors; Joe Williams, commissioner of the Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services; John Miller, chief executive officer of the American Red Cross on Long Island; Steve Bellone, Suffolk County executive; Ed Mangano, Nassau County executive; Craig Craft, commissioner of the Nassau County Office of Emergency Management; Scott Tusa, chief fire marshal of Nassau County.

Counties urge hurricane preparedness

Summer is almost here, and with it many of the benefits of living by the shore. But June also marks the beginning of the year’s hurricane season on the East Coast, and with memories of Sandy … more

6/4/14

A team of Herald reporters received second place for Community Service in the Local Media Association’s annual Editorial Contest. Among the winners were, from left, Alexandra Spychalsky, Scott Brinton, Mary Malloy and Alex Costello.

Heralds earn four honors in national contest

A team of six Herald editors and reporters –– Scott Brinton, Jeff Bessen, Alex Costello, Mary Malloy, Anthony Rifilato and Alexandra Spychalsky –– have taken second place for Community … more

4/16/14

Long Island Long-Term Recovery Group workers Charrelle Pinkett, left, Rachael Gambino, center, and Lindsay Cutler greeted homeowners at the NY Rising resource recovery fair at Lawrence High School on March 6.

Services remain available for Hurricane Sandy victims

A deadline is looming as a proof of loss form must be submitted to NY Rising on April 28 by insured homeowners who remain in need of assistance with their flood claims from Hurricane Sandy. more

By Vanessa Parker | 3/12/14

Ice and snow weighing down tree limbs and power lines is the greatest cause of outages during winter storms.

PSEG finishes storm recovery process

PSEG Long Island is preparing for another storm expected to bring a mix of snow and rain early Thursday morning through Friday, with potential wind gusts of up to 40 miles per hour. As of 6:15 … more

By John Maher | 2/14/14

Town plowing crews are expected to work into the night Thursday, as officials said the latest winter storm is not expected to end until 5 a.m. on Friday.

Town officials concerned about variability, length of latest winter storm

Although snowfall gave way to rain and sleet at midday on Thursday, Town of Hempstead crews were anticipating working into the night to battle what officials described as a long and constantly changing winter … more

By Julie Mansmann | 2/13/14

More snow predicted this weekend

After the the area was hit with yet another snowstorm on Thursday, and then again very early Friday morning, meteorologists are predicting 1 to 3 more inches of powdery snow to fall on Saturday afternoon. more

By Mary Malloy | 2/13/14

PSEG prepared for Thursday's storm

PSEG Long Island is preparing for another storm expected to bring a mix of snow and rain early Thursday morning through Friday, with potential wind gusts of up to 40 miles per hour. The … more

By John Maher | 2/12/14

Outages are represented by colored triangles. Hard hats represent spots where crews have already responded. Maps can be seen in more detail

PSEG copes with icy conditions

After a night of freezing rain and sleet, PSEG Long Island is coping with a number of power outages on the South Shore of Nassau County. more

By John Maher | 2/5/14

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