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Sandy Benefit Concert Tomorrow at Piers & Blake

Polly Wogg — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:55:50 +0000

A benefit concert is being held Saturday to help victims of Sandy. Enjoy live music, raffles, food and fun at Piers & Blake from 2pm-2am. The live music will be on 3 stages. The bands and acts that will be performing are: Main Stage 2:00 – 2:40 PM Simple Props 3:00 – 3:40 PM Sassafras [...]

Secret Santa Hands Out $100 Bills to Sandy Victims in New York & New Jersey [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:58:16 +0000

Christmas came early for some in New York and New Jersey. A rich Missouri businessman, posing as ‘Secret Santa’ handed out $100 bills to people who had lost everything in Hurricane Sandy. The man is touring the area with security and doesn’t appear outdoors because he doesn’t want to be mobbed by people hearing cash [...]

Vernon Downs Casino Donates To Hurricane Sandy Relief

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:35:14 +0000

Vernon Downs Casino and Tioga Downs Casino have combined to donate $200,000 to the American Red Cross to help those affected by Hurricane Sandy in New York. According to the Tioga Downs website Chairman of American Racing and Entertainment Jeff Gural made the announcement after several fund raising activities were held at the two facilities.

Why Are Local Gas Prices Higher Than National Average?

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:10:11 +0000

Thankfully, gas prices have come down in the past few weeks, especially with holiday travel this week. But, it still makes you wonder why our local gas prices are higher than the national average. According to our sister station, WIBX: “The national average for gasoline has dropped seven cents over the past week to about [...]

Christmas Tree Going Up At 30 Rockefeller Center

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 16:10:58 +0000

One sure sign of the holidays is the Christmas tree lighting at 30 Rockefeller Center in New York City. This year’s tree has a special meaning, as it survived the torrential winds and floods of Hurricane Sandy. My daughter was in New York City yesterday when the tree arrived and sent me this photo. According [...]

WCNY-TV To Air Hurricane Sandy Documentary

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 18:09:23 +0000

We've all been concerned about the devastation and recovery efforts from Hurricane Sandy two weeks ago. Now, a special Nova documentary will be broadcast on PBS and aired locally on WCNY-TV, Sunday, November 18th.

Help Hurricane Sandy Victims

Tad Pole — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 22:39:16 +0000

Whether you call it a hurricane or a superstorm, the damage was devastating in New York and New Jersey. And now a Nor’ Easter has not only hampered recovery efforts, but added more problems. We’re asking for your help in the recovery efforts. We’re setting a goal to raise $5,000 that will go directly to [...]

National Weather Service Would Rather You Not Call This Winter Storm 'Athena'

Emerald Catron — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:27:14 +0000

Nature straight up does not care that we are nowhere near recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Sandy. Winter Storm Athena is on her way to kick us square in the jollies. Promising snow, rain, “pellets of ice” (everyone’s favorite), and gusts of wind up to 60 mph, this is going to suck majorly. Parts of [...]

Governor Cuomo Issues Order For Voters In Storm-Affected Areas

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 18:10:46 +0000

As you know, today is election day, and polls will be open in New York state until 9:00 p.m. . Many people in the greater New York City area affected by last week's Hurricane Sandy may have difficulty finding their polling place. Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an executive order to enable them to vote in state and national elections, even if their polling place is closed due to the last week's storm. If you have family members or friends in the New York City area, you may wish to share this with them.

Another Storm Could Hit East Coast After Hurricane Sandy

Polly Wogg — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 14:09:35 +0000

As the East Coast cleans up after Hurricane Sandy, another storm is on the way. According to the Weather Channel, a low pressure system is forecast to move up the East Coast and deliver significant impacts to the Northeast Wednesday and Thursday. If the low tracks close to the coast, the coast will be dealing [...]

Sandy: New York City Schools Reopen, Gas Rations Begins, Stars Lend A Hand

Polly Wogg — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:45:01 +0000

As temperatures continue to drop and the threat of a nor'easter looming, nearly two-million residents in New Jersey and New York State were still without power after Hurricane Sandy. But there was progress being made:

In New York City, schools reopened this morning, but some students will be bused to other schools as a result of storm damage.

'NOLA to New York' Features Katrina Survivors Sending Hope to Sandy's Victims

Dan Seitz — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 15:15:54 +0000

Superstorm Sandy has caused a lot of damage. People have died, homes have been destroyed, businesses have been ruined. Americans across the country are reaching out by donating money, time, food, and clothing, but they're also reaching out with message of hope in the blog NOLA To New York.

Central New York Family Collecting Items for Hurricane Relief

Tad Pole — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:49:10 +0000

An Ilion family is spearheading an effort to get much needed clothing items and blankets to the victims of Hurricane Sandy. The Guyer family have two collection points where items can be dropped off. Donations of new or gently used clothing and blankets can be dropped off at the Mohawk Municipal Building. You can also [...]

Townsquare New York Joins the Effort to Restore the Shore in New Jersey

Eric Meier — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:10:44 +0000

The Townsquare News Network/New York has joined the effort to Restore the Shore in New Jersey following Hurricane Sandy. Communities along the New Jersey shore were devastated by the storm. Restore the Shore is an effort to raise awareness and funds to rebuild the seaside communities from Sandy Hook to Long Beach Island. Join us in our efforts. You [...]

Hear an Amazing Story of Survival During Hurricane Sandy

Emerald Catron — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:59:52 +0000

There have been a lot of awful or inspiring stories coming out of Hurricane Sandy. This manages to be both. A man found a note in his house scrawled by a person who had taken a blanket to keep hypothermia at bay. The author of the note was sure he was dying.

Absentee Ballot Deadline Extended

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 18:45:38 +0000

With the devastation of Hurricane Sandy throughout the northeast this week, the deadline for absentee ballots for next Tuesday’s election has been extended. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “The State Board of Elections has approved an extension of the deadline for absentee ballot applications as New Yorkers continue to deal with [...]

Limited Subways & Flights Resume, President Obama Tours New Jersey After Hurricane Sandy

Polly Wogg — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 09:58:29 +0000

New York and New Jersey officials and residence have begun the long road to recovery with Wall Street and some businesses reopening.

Teams are working around the clock to restore services, clean up debris and clear out standing water. President Obama and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie joined forces in New Jersey to view the devastation from Sandy and offered words of support for residents, rescuers and each other.

See Devastating Before and After Photos of Hurricane Sandy

Emerald Catron — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 20:00:57 +0000

While many people took to Facebook bragging about how much booze they stockpiled and how Hurricane Sandy wasn't very strong at all, the following heartbreaking scenes were happening in other places. It's awful. To give you a better idea of the destruction, we've provided before pictures as well. In case you thought maybe people like to swim down FDR drive.

Local Red Cross Volunteers To Help Those Affected By Hurricane Sandy

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:14:07 +0000

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.

All You Need to Know to Help Out Hurricane Sandy Victims

Mike Adams — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 14:35:16 +0000

Two days after Hurricane Sandy ripped through the East Coast, many residents remain without basic supplies like food, clean water and shelter. Fortunately for the victims of this storm, there are many organizations out there determined to provide assistance to those affected by the hurricane.