By Jen Benepe, Dec. 20, 2012 This morning the NY Times printed the story, finally about how people in the Rockaways suffered from cold, lack of water, and in some cases death in the week following Hurricane Sandy. They reporters pointed to the “myth” that was propagated in part by Cyclists International that four...
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TIME’S UP! secured a donation of 15 aluminum trailers from Occupy Sandy for disaster relief rides of much-needed goods to the Rockaways today, Sunday. For those who want to join you can come to the TIME’S UP! Brooklyn Space at 9:00 a.m. to get a trailer, or if you already have one (or a...
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MAYOR BLOOMBERG ANNOUNCES  SMALL BUSINESS HELP FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY HURRICANE SANDY Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg today announced a new program that will make available $5.5 million in matching grants for New York City businesses most impacted by Hurricane Sandy. “Getting New York City small businesses back on their feet is key to helping...
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MAYOR BLOOMBERG LIFTS EMERGENCY ORDER FOR ODD-EVEN LICENSE PLATE SYSTEM FOR GASOLINE PURCHASES Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg today lifted the emergency order establishing an odd-even license plate system for gasoline and diesel purchases, effective Saturday, November 24th, at 6:00 AM. Mayor Bloomberg established the odd-even license plate system on Friday, November 9th, and the...
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By Jen Benepe. Minda Aguhob and Tony Moy also reported for this story. 711 SEAGIRT LEFT UNTENDED, 4 RESIDENTS SAID TO HAVE DIED CYCLIST GROUPS HELP RECOVERY FOR RESIDENTS WITHOUT HEAT, ELECTRICITY, WATER FOR 10 DAYS Misery is rising in a large building in the Far Rockaways, and many residents are either unaccounted for, or...
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Below is an update from the city regarding recovery from Hurricane Sandy. First and foremost, gas rationing will be in effect. This means odd-even days for buying gas in the five boroughs. Other highlights–alternate side parking rules still suspended through Saturday, Nov. 10, but you still need to feed the meter. The ped-bike path...
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Thanks to Richard Benfield, we have this video of what happened to our favorite town, on our favorite ride up Route 9W into Piermont. Water was everywhere during the storm. Streets and homes, subsumed. According to reports from Deborah Brenner of Cafe Portofino, all their equipment, electrical and other items have to be replaced....
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A new storm is making its way yup the Northeast coast, and it’s promising to bring more misery to the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy. A weather alert issued this morning said that the Northeaster will have winds ranging from 25 to 45 mph, drenching rains, and possibly flooding in the low-lying coastal...
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Fabio Salvodelli went out to the Rockaways  today with his two young sons to bring supplies and help to people who suffered devastation to their homes from Hurricane Sandy. Below is a letter from Fabio about what happened today. When Fabio writes, “you” he is referring to the group that he is working with...
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UPDATE ON CITY RECOVERY AND ASSISTANCE OPERATIONS 40 People killed in Hurricane Sandy–Schools Open Tomorrow–Disaster Assistance Available–Shelters Available—HOV restrictions lifted Shelter for Those without Heat: Tonight will be the second consecutive evening of cold weather, increasing risk of hypothermia. Anyone who needs heat should find warm shelter, whether at City facilities or with a friend...
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Thanks to that messy Sandy who showed up last Sunday and caused havoc across the tristate area, many polling places will be closed on election day, Tuesday Nov. 6. All of the voting locations will be moved to other addresses, but getting the word out will be the challenge. And it’s anyone’s guess if...
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In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, gas shortages and hour waits at the pump are the norm. And in some parts of New Jersey like Fort Lee, and others that suffered serious destruction and water damage, there are no open gas stations at all. Studies have shown over and over again that more than...
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Today the Urban Mobility Project delivered eight trailer loads of supplies to Unitarian Chuch at Snug Harbor, Staten Island. The cyclists used bike carriers to transport materials through Manhattan, and onto the Staten Island Ferry. Once on the Island, they were able to make deliveries by bicycle, a process far more efficient and convenient...
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Organizations around the city have been helping those in need get out of the mess they are in. First and foremost, many people are without some of the most basic essentials, such as water and food. But then as the temperatures drop they also need heating supplies, gas for generators, and other essentials that...
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