flooding
New Federal Rebuilding Standards Announced In Kearny
Federal officials announced those using federal dollars for major renovations to homes or businesses will now have to follow new uniform rules.
Ellis Island Not Expected To Reopen This Year
The collection of artifacts at the Ellis Island museum was unharmed by superstorm Sandy, but had to be moved because it wasn’t possible to maintain the climate-controlled environment necessary for preservation.
Hundreds To Receive Grants From Hoboken Sandy Relief Fund
In the aftermath of Sandy, the Rebuild Hoboken Relief Fund was set up to help individuals and businesses. In the months since the storm, more than a million dollars has been raised.
Christie Seeks $250 Million For Sandy Buyouts
Gov. Chris Christie says he asking the federal government for $250 million in Sandy aid to help New Jersey buy out homeowners in flood-prone areas, but does not want to force people to sell.
Stories From Main Street: Jersey Shore Residents Still Await Flood Insurance Checks
If you live on the Jersey Shore and still haven’t received a flood insurance check, you’re not alone.
Gov. Cuomo Proposes Plan For $1.7B In Sandy Aid; Some Will Go To Irene, Lee
Nearly $260 million will be used to reduce the risk of future damage. Over $170 million will cover voluntary buyouts to residents in flood areas.
N.Y. Congresspeople: Possible Relief Ahead For Sandy Victims’ Insurance Rates
There might be some relief coming for superstorm Sandy victims who are facing skyrocketing flood insurance rates.
Winter Weather Advisory Remains In Effect As Round 2 Of Storm Continues
After several hours of flurries, the region was seeing heavy snowfall in some areas Thursday night. In Westchester County, plows were hitting the streets. Along the Jersey Shore, streets were inundated with rising waters.
Winter Storm Packing Snow, Heavy Rain And Strong Winds Headed Our Way
The system will arrive Wednesday around midday, bringing heavy rain and snow that could disrupt travel and cause power problems throughout the Tri-State Area.
Bloomberg On Storm Barrier Idea: ‘Not In Your Lifetime’
HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan has signed an agreement with the Netherlands to share information on how to rebuild the northeast to better protect it against tidal surges, specifically including the possibility of storm barriers on the coastline.
Beach Restoration Project Fast-Tracked For Staten Island
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation will work together on short-term measures to build up the east and south shores of the borough decimated in superstorm Sandy.
Mantoloking Residents To Be Allowed Back Home On Friday; Avon Boardwalk Reconstruction Delayed
Mantoloking sustained some of the worst damage in the Oct. 29 storm. Hundreds of homes were destroyed and the ocean cut a channel through to Barnegat Bay, cutting the town in two.
Sandy May Be Long Gone, But Flooding Continues On Long Island’s South Shore
Residents in one South Shore community who are still recovering from Superstorm Sandy now have another fight with Mother Nature – flooding on almost a daily basis.
Long Island Sandy Victim Still Struggling To Rebuild From Sandy
Donald Werle’s house in Lindenhurst took on four feet of water in the storm. His home has been gutted but has yet to be rebuilt.
NJT Official On Sandy Recovery: Service Will Be ‘Close To 100 Percent’ Next Month
NJ TRANSIT spokesman John Durso said it has been a long process to repair or replace flooded out cars that were stored at its rail yard in Kearny.
VIDEO ON DEMAND 
