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Posted October 30, 2012, 1:23 pm

Trading firms fought over NYSE closure

Sandbags block the entrance of the New York Stock Exchange in downtown Manhattan as super storm Sandy made its approach in New York October 29, 2012. (Reuters/Andrew Kelly)

By John McCrank
Reuters

NEW YORK – At 6:30 p.m. on Sunday night, with Hurricane Sandy bearing down on the U.S. East Coast, New York Stock Exchange operator NYSE Euronext had more immediate problems: a revolt from the trading firms that are its lifeblood. Read more…

Posted October 29, 2012, 8:51 pm

Hurricane Sandy: How to stay safe and healthy

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With Hurricane Sandy wreaking havoc along the East Coast, here are some health and safety tips for those enduring the storm.
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Posted October 29, 2012, 3:42 pm

How to protect your Hurricane Sandy insurance claims

By Reuters

NEW YORK – For some homeowners, the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy could bring a whole second round of troubles. After the storm passes, they may have to negotiate with their insurers to get the cash they need to repair wind and water damage.
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Posted October 29, 2012, 3:35 pm

It’s ‘Here we go again’ for those in flood-prone areas

John Strickler/The Mercury

By Brandie Kessler
The Mercury

NORTH COVENTRY — It’s a routine they’ve become familiar with, but not necessarily fond of: moving to higher ground.

Residents in the low-lying areas of South Pottstown and North Coventry were among those throughout the region Sunday preparing for Hurricane Sandy and the flood waters she will likely bring.
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Posted October 29, 2012, 1:26 pm

Obama on storm: If they say evacuate, do it now

AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin

By Julie Pace
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama delivered a sober warning to millions in the path of Hurricane Sandy on Monday, declaring that even though food, water and power generators have been moved into position, “this is going to be a difficult storm” with long-term power and transportation outages possible.
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Posted October 29, 2012, 11:47 am

Connecticut Gov. Malloy orders highways closed as Hurricane Sandy heads toward state

Photo by Mara Lavitt (New Haven Register)

By Register Staff
New Haven Register

Shoreline residents packed up and headed inland, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy ordered all trucks off Connecticut’s highways and residents braced themselves for prolonged power outages Monday morning as Hurricane Sandy headed closer to the state.

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Posted October 29, 2012, 9:17 am

Residents stick together to head off Hurricane Sandy


By Ann Gibbons
The Daily Freeman

TOWN OF KINGSTON, N.Y. – Sandbags cost a mere 50 cents, but weigh a hefty 50 pounds.

In the equation of neighbor helping neighbor, though, they’re a readily-borne burden.
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Posted October 28, 2012, 10:31 pm

Preparing for Frankenstorm: Hurricane Sandy set to hit East Coast

A look at what people in the path of Frankenstorm should be doing right now to get ready.
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Posted October 28, 2012, 10:28 pm

Hurricane Sandy: Hit on New York could have major impact

By Adrienne LaFrance

NEW YORK – If the so-called Frankenstorm wallops New York City early next week, disruption could stretch across the nation.
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Posted October 28, 2012, 10:17 pm

Gov. Cuomo tells New Yorkers to read a book during Hurricane Sandy: A reading list

A selected reading list of suggested titles.
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