The mayor says the city is making huge progress when it comes to storm-proofing the city.
Category: Hurricane Sandy
Business owners’ spirits high despite slow Sandy recovery
Some city businesses rebounded 100% a year after Sandy while others still struggle to make rent. Despite their differences and hardships, the owners say their spirit and will power is stronger than ever.
City invests to bolster city infrastructure post Sandy
The city may have its hands tied when it comes to rebuilding and fortifying New York for another superstorm, but that’s not stopping officials from making some improvements.
A look back at Superstorm Sandy, one year later
The hurricane may be a year old but its effects are still felt throughout the city.
Halloween Day Parade Kickstarter meets its $50K goal
The city’s ghoul fans saved the village Halloween parade.
Halloween parade Kickstarter still needs cash
The Village Halloween parade still needs cash for it to be a reality.
Village Halloween Parade in jeopardy due to lack of financing
Hurricane Sandy shut down one Halloween parade, and if enough money isn’t raised soon, it might shut down another one.
City summer group connects troubled teens with Sandy recovery jobs
A group of teens who feel through the cracks will have a second chance this summer restoring Sandy devastated areas.
Mayor proposes ‘Seaport City’ to combat flooding
One of the boldest concepts the mayor created in response to Hurricane Sandy involves expanding Manhattan’s footprint.
City touts Coney Island in outer borough tourism campaign
Coney Island’s rebound from the hurricane make it the best spot for tourists this weekend.
City unveils Sandy home recovery assistance program
More aid is on its way for Sandy affected homes.
Statue of Liberty screenings to return to Manhattan
After some back and forth with the city, the National Parks Service announced that security check points for the Statue of Liberty will take place in Battery Park City.
City announces property tax reduction for Sandy-affected owners
Financial aid is on its way to Sandy affected homeowners.
Clinton tried, and failed, to reunite Led Zeppelin for 12-12-12
Not even the 42nd President had the power to bring back one of classic rock’s greatest bands.
Six months later, New York still recovering from Sandy’s wrath
They say time heals all wounds, but six months after Hurricane Sandy touched down in the city, thousands of New Yorkers say life is anything but normal.
The Cyclone opens for the first time since Sandy
Brooklynites lined up for hours to show the world that no superstorm could take down their beloved borough icon.
Superstorm Sandy cost cops $84.8 million in overtime: Kelly
New York’s Finest went beyond the call of duty during the hurricane but it came with a huge price tag.
City bill would ensure safety during Sandy rebuilding
The city made sure that any one who has to storm proof their home in light of the hurricane does so safely.
Mayor pushes small businesses to apply for Sandy relief funds
The mayor wants to make sure businesses still reeling from Sandy get the money to bounce back.
Stringer calls for revamp of city’s animal shelter system
The Manhattan Borough President says too many stray dogs are falling through the cracks.