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Tropical Storm Irene is cited as one of the main reasons overtime in six departments has exceeded the budgeted amount for the year.
Is overtime in Long Beach out of control?
Following a cash-flow shortfall that prompted the city to borrow $4.5 million to pay its workers, outgoing police officials and retirees, several city departments have exceeded their overtime … more
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It seemed more like December than October in our area on Saturday.
Record-breaking snowstorm hits L.I.
Snow fell unusually early in the season on Saturday --just two day before Halloween -- in the form of a powerful nor'easter, causing power outages for almost two million people up the eastern … more
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Beach Patrol Headquarters was repositioned at National Blvd. last week.
Beach Patrol Headquarters back in place after Irene
City of Long Beach workers on Oct. 7 finally repositioned Beach Patrol Headquarters, which was lifted off its foundation and slammed into the boardwalk at National Boulevard during Tropical Storm … more
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Owen Wright of Australia defeated Kelly Slater in the final round of the Quiksilver Pro N.Y. on Sept. 9. City officials said that because the event was a success, they are hopeful Quiksilver will return in 2012.
Will the Quiksilver Pro N.Y. return?
City officials are hopeful that the Quiksilver Pro New York competition will return to Long Beach, saying that because the surf contest was a success, Quiksilver is considering making another stop … more
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Backed-up storm drains are a concern
To the Editor: I read “LIPA chief tours storm-ravaged south Merrick” by Scott Brinton (Sept. 8-14) with interest. In the story, Brinton mentions backup of storm drains. I believe that more … more
'Mean Irene' delivers a punishing blow
I remember when the real estate agent first took my wife and me to what would become our home in south Merrick nine years ago. We pulled up across the street from the quaint split-level, with white shingles and an aging gray roof. We instantly fell in love. more
The increase in mosquitoes in the area was caused by Irene, which made many underground mosquito eggs hatch.
What’s with all the mosquitoes?
Bees and mosquitoes were everywhere on the South Shore after Irene had passed, and many residents were left scratching their heads — along with their arms and legs — about why there was a sudden … more
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The Meadowbrook Parkway flooded during Aug. 14’s torrential rainstorm, stranding many motorists. Planners say that residents should evacuate early in the event of hurricane, knowing that there could be major flooding on the roads.
Officials: L.I. overdue for a hurricane
The flooding rains that hit Long Island’s South Shore on Aug. 14 might be a preview of what could happen if a hurricane were to strike here. That’s why County Legislator Dave Denenberg, a Democrat from Merrick, hosted a hurricane-preparedness seminar last Wednesday at the North Bellmore Library. more
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A mix of freezing rain, sleet and snow are expected on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Winter Storm Watch for South Shore
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Nassau County, effective Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening. The NWS forecast calls for a wintry mix, starting with light … more
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Normal commute expected on LIRR
As a result of the winter storm, the MTA reduced service across the board. It reduced weekday morning rush hour service on the Long Island Rail Road, canceling some trains, suspended Able-Ride … more
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