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With the devastation of Hurricane Sandy throughout the northeast this week, the deadline for absentee ballots for next Tuesday's election has been extended.

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In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, many of us who were spared from the worst in central New York may wonder what we can do to help those who were devastated by the effects of the storm. The Central New York Chapter of the American Red Cross is now mobilizing to send help.

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While many people have expressed mild anger over what seemed to be "over-hype" of Hurricane Sandy's effects in Central New York, this picture may explain why many officials were so alarmed. This photo was taken by NASA's Earth Observatory at about 3:35 this morning as the storm was at it's peak.  The video shows the dawn to dusk movement of Sandy.

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Ironically, in the midst of Super Storm (formerly Hurricane) Sandy which caused such devastation and flooding throughout major cities in the northeast, many local farmers can now apply for low interest loans in the aftermath of this past summer's drought.

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So far, thankfully much of central New York has been spared the wrath of Hurricane (now Super Storm) Sandy. But, watching reports on The Weather Channel and elsewhere, you can't help but hope that our friends, neighbors and relatives in New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Massachusetts, Ohio, Virginia, D.C., Western New York and all other areas that took the brunt of the storm are OK.

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The latest report on Hurricane Sandy from the National Hurricane Center says landfall is coming in the next 3 to 5 hours.  Currently forecasters have the center of the storm hitting extreme southern New Jersey or Central Delaware.

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We've all heard the storm warnings for the arrival of "Hurricane Sandy" in central New York. In the Greg "Splashin'" McShea household, we believe in the old saying, "An ounce a prevention is worth a pound of cure". So, I thought I would share some of the preparations we've made, just in case the storm knocks out power or affects water mains in our neighborhood. And, you can click here for the latest weather-related closings and cancellations.

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Toby Keith is opening up his 'I Love This Bar & Grill' in Syracuse, but the question is when?  The restaurant was originally set to open last Spring but the date came and went with no grand opening.

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We all know who the richest person in the United States is, right? Sure, it's Microsoft founder Bill Gates. Last time he checked his bank statement he was worth, oh, $64.5 billion dollars. Investment guru Warren Buffet is second on the list with $49.6 billion. But how about right here in New York State. Business Insider has come up with a list of the wealthiest person in each state and who do you think that person is here in the Empire State?

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If you have travel plans on Amtrak be advised that the train service has cancelled Northeast Corridor service due to Hurricane Sandy starting at 7 this evening (Sunday) and continuing through tomorrow, Monday. Greyhound Bus has also cancelled several routes due to impending storm.

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In anticipation of the arrival of Hurricane Sandy the National Weather Service (NOAA) has issued a high wind warning for every county in Central New York from 2pm Monday through 5pm Tuesday. Friday our sister station, WIBX, listed some helpul tips provided by Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente on ways to prepare for the storm. Here is a look at the extended forecast.

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Hurricane Sandy has been downgraded to a tropical storm, but forecasters warn that doesn't mean there won't be widespread devastation. Wind gusts are expected to be 75 m.p.h when it makes landfall.

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