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Weather Alert
"Winter Storm Watch"
...Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from Saturday afternoon
through Sunday afternoon...
* what...heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and
sleet accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of
up to one tenth of an inch possible.
* Where...portions of northeast New Jersey, southern Connecticut
and southeast New York.
* When...from Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon.
* Additional details...travel could be very difficult at any
point during the storm. Rapidly falling temperatures Sunday
afternoon into the evening could cause any standing water to
quickly freeze over. Strong wind gusts Sunday afternoon into
the night could bring down tree limbs and power lines.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant
snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue
to monitor the latest forecasts.
-- Friday Jan.18 19,03:04 PM
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William Floyd Colonials Girls’ Varsity Winter Track Off to Great Start
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
Last weekend, they put forth an outstanding performance at the Archbishop Molloy Stanner Games in Manhattan.
Authorities Investigating Hempstead Hit-and-Run that Seriously Injured Pedestrian
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
A vehicle struck a 43 year-old male victim in front of 200 Franklin Ave, cops say.
Suspect Steals Briefcase from Vehicle in South Side Hospital Parking Lot, Cops Say
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
Officials: A man shattered a side window of a 2018 Toyota and stole items within.
Baldwin Man Arrested in Connection with Fatal Gas Station Hit-and-Run, Authorities Report
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
Joshua E. Roston of Baldwin, 33, allegedly ran over and killed worker Cemal Dagdeviren of Levittown, 59, after refusing to pay for gas, officials say.
Childhood Obesity; Expert Says Parents Must Teach Kids, Young Adults, to Make Right Choices in Life
By Chris Boyle
January 18, 2019
A program endorsed by the Academy of Pediatrics called “5-2-1-0” is a simple yet very effective way of keeping just about anyone in-shape and feeling their best.
NCPD: Man Attempts to Kidnap 1 Year-Old Child from Stroller in West Hempstead
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
Child's mother struggled with the suspect, who threw the child victim to the pavement, causing scrapes and a contusion, cops say.
Nassau University Medical Center Advises Ways to Avoid Serious Injury or Illness During Snow Storms
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
Hospital warns residents that snow storms can result in accidents or fatal injuries if they're careful.
Moriches Elementary Students Help to Improve Moriches Bay Water Quality
By Long Island News & PR
January 18, 2019
The students built oyster cages which will help to filter up to 60,000 gallons of water in the bay each day.
Authorities Report Man Killed in Cold Spring Harbor Motor Vehicle Crash
By Long Island News & PR
January 17, 2019
Jason Mocte-Zuma of Huntington Station, 21, was driving on Harbor Road when his vehicle struck a utility pole and overturned, cops say.
Governor Cuomo Directs State Agencies to Help Furloughed Workers Impacted by Longest Federal Government Shutdown In US History
By Long Island News & PR
January 17, 2019
Public Assistance benefits for rent, groceries and utilities may be available to furloughed workers and those working without pay through OTDA.
Huntington Town Officials Celebrate 9th Annual Field of Honor Flag Return
By Long Island News & PR
January 17, 2019
3’x5’ American flags were mounted on 8’ poles surrounding Veterans Plaza on the front lawn of Huntington Town Hall.
State Police: Middle Island Man in Custody on Drug, Weapon Charges After Fleeing Troopers
By Long Island News & PR
January 17, 2019
Joshua Francois, 23, was found with a loaded gun with an extended capacity magazine and heroin, cops say.
