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"Winter Storm Watch" ...Winter Storm Watch in effect from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon... The National Weather Service in New York has issued a Winter Storm Watch...which is in effect from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon. * Locations...metropolitan northeast New Jersey...New York City and Long Island. * Hazard types...snow with a period of freezing rain and sleet. * Accumulations...snow accumulation of 5 to 10 inches...along with less than a tenth of an inch of ice. * Winds...northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * Temperatures...in the mid 20s to the mid 30s. * Visibilities...one quarter to one half mile at times. * Timing...Sunday night and Monday. * Impacts...hazardous travel is expected. 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. , "Wind Advisory" ...Wind Advisory remains in effect until 10 am EST this morning... * locations...southeast New York...northeast New Jersey and southern Connecticut. * Hazards...strong winds. * Winds...northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts 45 to 50 mph. * Timing...early this morning. * Impacts...the strong winds may down some tree limbs and power lines...and make driving high profile vehicles difficult... especially on elevated roadways and bridges. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph... or gusts of 46 to 57 mph...are expected or occurring. Winds this strong can make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. -- Saturday Jan.31 15,09:24 AM Weather  |  LIRR  |  Traffic  |  Traffic Cams |  Weather News

 

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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.

Queens Woman Arrested for Cashing Forged Checks at Nassau Banks

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 30, 2015
The Major Case Bureau reports the arrest of a Queens woman for possessing forged instruments that occurred in Island Park and Oceanside on Thursday, 01/29/15 at 1:00 P.M. and 1:45 P.M., respectively.

Governor Cuomo Highlights Dramatic Reduction in DMV Wait Times

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 29, 2015
Wait Times Average 30 Minutes at State-Run Offices, Down from 72 Minutes in 2013.

Two Men Arrested for Dix Hills Gas Station Robbery

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 29, 2015
Suffolk County Police today arrested two men for robbing a gas station in Dix Hills early this morning.

10th Annual Act of Kindness

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 29, 2015
Port Jefferson Middle School Talent Show to Benefit Friends of Karen.

Free Adoptions for the First 49 Adopters & Other Adoption Specials at North Shore Animal League America for Hallmark Channel's Kitten Bowl II

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 29, 2015
Adoptable kittens featured in scrimmage at our Kitten Bowl Training Camp.

Up to Two More Inches of Snow Expected for Long Island by Friday Morning

By Cait RussellJanuary 29, 2015
Right on the heels of Winter Storm Juno, Long Island's Blizzard of 2015, the National Weather Service is predicting additional snowfall of 1 - 2 inches for Long Island Thursday night into Friday morning.

Islip Town Council Reminds Residents of Town Snow Codes

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 29, 2015
Islip Town Council Reminds Residents of Town Snow Codes.

2014 Marks the Second Best Year for Safe Hunting in New York

By Long Island News & PRsJanuary 29, 2015
New York's Sportsman Education Program is a Key Factor.
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Huntington Arts Council Announces High Arts Showcase XI

By Long Island News & PRs 18 hours, 48 minutes ago.

Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta Applauds Boy Scout Troop 125’s Newest...

By Long Island News & PRs 21 hours, 5 minutes ago.

An Evening with Kal Penn at Adelphi University

By Kali Chan 1 day, 22 hours ago.

African American Read-In at Adelphi University

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

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