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The Neighborhood Files
December 11, 1992: Nor'Easter Wreaks Havoc at the Shore
It wasn't the last great storm. But, over the past five decades, and before Hurricanes Irene and Sandy, it was probably the biggest. On December 11, 1992, an intense nor’easter came ...
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Arts
Music's Biggest Names Come Together for Sandy Relief
One of the most prestigious pop music lineups ever assembled is slated to perform for a Hurricane Sandy benefit concert Wednesday at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Called th...
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News
FEMA Urges Seniors Impacted by Sandy to Apply for Disaster Assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials are urging seniors impacted by Superstorm Sandy to apply for disaster assisatnce, the agency announced Tuesday morning, Dec. 11. ...
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Government
How Was Your Electric Service During Hurricane Sandy? BPU Wants to Know
In some parts of the state, the power outages after Hurricane Sandy lasted for more than two weeks. Now the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) wants to know what consumers think a...
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News
National Guard Maintains A Large Presence in Sandy-Impacted Areas
It’s Sunday afternoon. A few hours ago guardsmen were stationed along the barrier island, huddled in the rain around makeshift fire pits or loaded up in Humvees touring the still-devastat...
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Local Connections
Library Collecting Homemade Goods for Sandy Victims
Blankie Depot, a volunteer, nonprofit organization, is looking to give back to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The company aims to provide homemade blankets to children who suffer from...
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The Neighborhood Files
Manasquan's Now-Open Beachfront a Mix of Normalcy and Mess
The damage to Manasquan's eastern portions came into clearer view this week after the borough lifted access restrictions to eastern portions Monday. The area allowed the return of re...
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News
Boating, Fishing Can Resume In Barnegat and Sandy Hook Bays
Boating, fishing and crabbing are now allowed in the upper Barnegat Bay and Sandy Hook Bay. The Department of Environmental Protection is lifting the public health advisory for recr...