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"Winter Storm Warning" ...Winter Storm Warning in effect from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Thursday... The National Weather Service in New York has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow...which is in effect from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Thursday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect. * Locations...eastern Union County New Jersey...southern parts of New York City...and Long Island. * Hazard types...heavy snow. * Accumulations...snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches tonight into Thursday. * Timing...rain mixes with sleet and snow this evening...before changing to all snow by midnight. Snow may be heavy at times late tonight through Thursday morning...before tapering off Thursday evening. * Impacts...hazardous travel conditions are expected tonight and Thursday due to reduced visibilities...icy roads and significant snow accumulations. * Visibilities...one quarter to one half mile at times. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...food... and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. -- Wednesday Mar.04 15,10:12 AM Weather  |  LIRR  |  Traffic  |  Traffic Cams |  Weather News

 

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Don’t Put a Freeze on Fun this Winter - Enjoy an Inexpensive Date Night!

By Marisa SpanoMarch 04, 2015
Enjoy some romantic fun this Season without putting a strain on your wallet.

Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School's 'Souper Bowl of Caring'

By WFSD NewsMarch 04, 2015
Leading up to last month’s Super Bowl, Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School along with other schools throughout the William Floyd School District, participated in the “Souper Bowl of Caring”.

Man Wanted for Robbing Deer Park Carvels

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 04, 2015
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police First Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who robbed two Deer Park ice cream shops earlier this year.

Woman Wanted for Stealing Selfie Prints from Selden Walgreens Photo Lab

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 04, 2015
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the woman who stole photographs from a Selden store.

NCPD Crime Alert: Student Mugged on Nassau Community College Camus

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 04, 2015
The Third Squad reports the details of a Robbery that occurred on Tuesday, March 03, 2015 at 4:15 p.m. in East Garden City.

Freeport Man Arrested for Forging Checks, Stealing From Employer

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 04, 2015
he Major Case Bureau reports the arrest of an East Meadow man for Grand Larceny that occurred on Tuesday, March 03, 2015 at 12:30 pm in Freeport.

Winter Storm Warning Issued: 4-8 Inches of Snow Expected Tonight into Thursday Morning

By Chelsea TriolaMarch 04, 2015
With up 8 inches possible tonight into tomorrow, the NWS has upgraded the Advisory to a Winter Storm Warning for Wednesday into Thursday.

Legislator Anker Speaks at Middle Island Civic Meeting

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
Legislator Sarah Anker was the guest speaker at the Middle Island Civic Association (MICA) meeting on February 19, 2015.

$900 Million to be Invested in State Parks Through 2020

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today unveiled a seven-point framework of the NY Parks 2020 Plan that will leverage approximately $900 million in public and private funding to modernize the State park system. NY Parks 2020 was previewed ...

Take the Hassle Out of Income Tax Filing: Tips to Preparing, Filing & Getting Your Refund

By Wendy LMarch 03, 2015
Get income tax preparation and filing over with now! In a few short weeks the deadline will roll around.

A.G. Schneiderman Announces Over $13.5 Million Recovered For Individuals Through Consumer Assistance Program Since 2011

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced that since January 2011, his office has helped over 17,000 people successfully resolve their consumer complaints.

Man Wanted for Robbing Freeport Autozone

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
The First Squad reports the details of a Robbery that occurred on Monday, March 2, 2015 at 9:00 p.m. in Freeport.

Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 36 Years for Attempting to Drug and Sexually Abuse Children

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
On Friday, February 27, 2015, in federal court in Brooklyn, Bebars Baslan was sentenced to 36 years’ imprisonment for his attempt to drug and sexually abuse three young children: a seven-year-old, an 18-month-old, and three-month-old infant, and ...

Suspect Wanted for Shoplifting at Centereach Walmart

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who stole beverages from a Centereach store last year.

Suspect Wanted for Shoplifting at Smithtown Walgreens

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who stole hair regrowth products from a Smithtown store last month.

Bay Street Theater's Kid School Vacation Theater Camp April 6-10, Sign Up Now!

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
The five-day camp will be led by Karen Hochstedler and includes instruction in acting, singing, dance, performance, and more.

Navy Petty Officer Marmaduke Simms, of Oakdale Selected as Recruiter of the Year

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 03, 2015
Electronics Technician First Class Petty Officer Marmaduke Simms III, a native of Oakdale, N.Y., was selected for a national award as the Navy Recruiting Command Nuclear Field Coordinator of the Year for 2014.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Parts of Long Island Tuesday into Wednesday

By Cait RussellMarch 02, 2015
Right on the heel's of Sunday's surprise snow storm, the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Nassau & Western Suffolk, which will go into effect tomorrow afternoon.

Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta Congratulates Eagle Scout Matthew O’Connell

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 02, 2015
Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta Congratulates Eagle Scout Matthew O’Connell of Commack’s Boy Scout Troop 125.

NYC’s Underground Wi-Fi Provider Launches Subway Selfie Photo Contest

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 02, 2015
Free Transit Wireless WiFi™ Service Turns Waiting for a Train into a Photo Opp!
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Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School's 'Souper Bowl of Caring'

By WFSD News 18 hours, 28 minutes ago.

Man Wanted for Robbing Deer Park Carvels

By Long Island News & PRs 1 hour, 23 minutes ago.

Woman Wanted for Stealing Selfie Prints from Selden Walgreens Photo Lab

By Long Island News & PRs 1 hour, 46 minutes ago.

NCPD Crime Alert: Student Mugged on Nassau Community College Camus

By Long Island News & PRs 2 hours, 38 minutes ago.

Freeport Man Arrested for Forging Checks, Stealing From Employer

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