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"Winter Storm Watch" ...Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon... * locations...the New York City and New Jersey metropolitan areas...Long Island...and southeastern coastal Connecticut. * Hazard types...snow...sleet...freezing rain and rain. * Accumulations...snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches...with a tenth to a quarter inch of ice across northern portions of the New York City and New Jersey metropolitan areas and northwestern Long Island. Snow accumulation of 3 to 6 inches and a few hundredths of an inch of ice across southern portions of the New York City and New Jersey metropolitan areas and southeastern portions of Long Island and coastal Connecticut. * Winds...northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * Temperatures...in the upper 20s to lower 30s. * Visibilities...one quarter mile or less at times. * Timing...late Sunday night through Monday. * Impacts...hazardous travel due to reduced visibilities and significant snow...sleet and ice accumulations. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant snow...sleet...or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. -- Saturday Jan.31 15,07:12 PM Weather  |  LIRR  |  Traffic  |  Traffic Cams |  Weather News

 

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Bohemian Wedding Inspiration: Planning a Laid Back Evening for Everyone

By Chelsea TriolaJanuary 31, 2015
Organize a relaxed yet fun evening for you and your wedding guests with these Bohemian style ideas!

Senator Schumer Demands MTA Immediately Institute Sleep Disorder Testing & Treatment Plan For LIRR, As MTA Does On Metro-North & NYC Subway

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 31, 2015
For more than a decade, national transportation safety board has made recommendations about testing & treating transit operators for sleep apnea—sleep disorders among engineers can put countless of passengers at-risk to deadly accidents.

PSEG Long Island Submits Three-Year Rate Plan for 2016-17-18

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 31, 2015
PSEG Long Island, acting in its capacity as manager of the electric grid, submitted today a three-year rate plan for review by the New York State Department of Public Service (“DPS”).

Governor Cuomo Announces Number of Winter Farmers’ Markets Set New Record

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 31, 2015
Number of Winter Markets Tripled Since 2007-2008 in New York.

Man Arrested in Roslyn Heights for Driving While Intoxicated with Children in Car

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 31, 2015
The Nassau County Police Department reports an arrest for Driving While Intoxicated on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 12:55 A.M. in North Hills.

Second Winter Storm Set to Hit Long Island Sunday Evening into Monday Afternoon

By Kelly TennyJanuary 31, 2015
It looks like all this snowfall isn't over yet for Long Island!

There's No Fun Like Snow Fun - Different Ways to Have a Blast in the Snow

By Lyndsay McCabeJanuary 31, 2015
Ban boredom with these fresh ideas for snow fun!

Festivals & Fairs Happening on Long Island this Season

By Eric AndersonJanuary 31, 2015
Music, food, beer, arts and more! There are many different kinds of events happening over the next few months.

LongIsland.com’s 2015 February Family Fun Guide: Celebrating the Super Bowl, Black History Month, Valentine’s Day & more!

By Kelly TennyJanuary 31, 2015
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it is certainly not a month with nothing to do! Check out all of the great things to do this February on Long Island!

Huntington Arts Council Announces High Arts Showcase XI

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
he Huntington Arts Council is proud to announce the High Arts Showcase XI.

Romantic Surprises Your Special Someone Will Love

By Kelly TennyJanuary 30, 2015
Surprise your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with one of these romantic gestures & gifts!

Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta Applauds Boy Scout Troop 125’s Newest Eagle Scout Thomas Kowalski of Commack

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta recognized Thomas Kowalski of Boy Scout Troop 125 for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout at his recent Court of Honor at the Commack United Methodist Church.

An Evening with Kal Penn at Adelphi University

By Kali ChanJanuary 30, 2015
Actor Kal Penn will speak at Adelphi University, drawing from his experience in politics and the arts.

African American Read-In at Adelphi University

By Kali ChanJanuary 30, 2015
Adelphi University will host a reading of works by African American authors.

Plainview Hospital: Please Help Rebuild Long Island's Blood Supply

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
Winter Storm Juno Cancels Record Number of Blood Drives, More than 3,000 Units Lost This Week.

Photograph of First African-American NYPD Officer Killed in Line of Duty Displayed at the Museum of the City of New York

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
On view now through March 1, 2015.

PSEG Long Island Announces February 2015 Power Supply Charge

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
February’s Power Supply Charge Down 1.3 Percent from January.

SCPD Crime Alert: Information Sought About Yaphank Pedestrian Hit & Run

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
SCPD is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the driver of an SUV that struck a pedestrian and fled the scene in Yaphank last week.

Copiague Woman Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Plow

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
Suffolk County Police First Squad detectives are investigating a crash that seriously injured a woman in Copiague last evening.

Hempstead Man Arrested for Killing Victim in Botched Mugging

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
Third Squad detectives report the details of an arrest for attempted murder and robbery that occurred in Hempstead on Saturday, 01/03/15 at 10:00 P.M.
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Senator Schumer Demands MTA Immediately Institute Sleep Disorder Testing &...

By Long Island News & PRs 5 hours, 51 minutes ago.

PSEG Long Island Submits Three-Year Rate Plan for 2016-17-18

By Long Island News & PRs 6 hours, 6 minutes ago.

Governor Cuomo Announces Number of Winter Farmers’ Markets Set New Record

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Man Arrested in Roslyn Heights for Driving While Intoxicated with Children in Car

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Huntington Arts Council Announces High Arts Showcase XI

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