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Elderly forced to seek assisted living after Superstorm Sandy
January 6, 2013 11:47 AM
MASSAPEQUA, N.Y. (AP) - For the first time in her life, Marion Johnston says she feels old. The petite, red-haired 80-year-old retired school secretary, who uses a walker to get around, is still adjusting to her surroundings as one of the newest residents at the Bristal Assisted Living retirement community.... more » -
NJ Gov. Christie's focus: Rebuilding, re-election
November 27, 2012 12:36 PM
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. (AP) - New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie plans to spend the next year leading efforts to rebuild his home state after Superstorm Sandy - and running for re-election. The 50-year-old governor announced his intention to seek a second term Monday, after telling his campaign treasurer to file papers... more » -
Elderly face challenges coping with Sandy's impact
November 4, 2012 1:14 PM
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Eileen James sits by the window when the sun is out, wears gloves to bed and hasn't had a hot meal in a week. Like many elderly people in the New York area coping with no electricity or heat in their homes in the aftermath of... more » -
Power returning after Sandy but weariness grows
November 3, 2012 11:54 AM
NEW YORK (AP) - More New Yorkers awoke Saturday to power being restored for the first time since Superstorm Sandy pummeled the region, but patience was wearing thin among those in the region who have been without power for most of the week. From storm-scarred New Jersey to parts of... more »
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