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Family Killed In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash On Way Home From Hospital Family Killed In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash On Way Home From Hospital
Family Killed In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash On Way Home From Hospital Three members of a Connecticut family killed in a wrong-way driver crash were on their way home from the hospital when killed. Related: IDs Released In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash With 4 Fatalities In Stratford ID Released For Driver In Stratford Crash That Killed 4 Fairfield County resident Steven P. Rowland, age 65, of Easton, was driving his aunt and uncle, Thomas and Olga Vitale, ages 80 and 81, also of Easton, home from Yale New Haven Hospital when all three were killed in the crash in Stratford, according to their obituaries. "While his death was abrupt and he…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
ID Released For 21-Year-Old Driver In Merritt Parkway Crash That Killed 4 ID Released For 21-Year-Old Driver In Merritt Parkway Crash That Killed 4
ID Released For 21-Year-Old Driver In Merritt Parkway Crash That Killed 4 A 21-year-old Fairfield University student has been identified as the wrong-way driver involved in a Connecticut crash that killed three people, as well as himself.  Related: IDs Released In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash With 4 Fatalities In Stratford Massachusetts resident Alexander Dennis, age 21, of the town of Wayland in Middlesex County, was positively identified on Tuesday, May 14, by the state Medical Examiner's Office as the driver of a 2016 Honda CRV the wrong way on the Merritt Parkway (Route 15) in Fairfield County around 1:45 a.m., Thursday, May 9, in Stratford. S…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
New Update: IDs Released In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash With 4 Fatalities New Update: IDs Released In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash With 4 Fatalities
New Update: IDs Released In Wrong-Way Merritt Parkway Crash With 4 Fatalities This story has been updated:  The identities have been released of three of the four people killed in an overnight crash on the Merritt Parkway (Route 15) in Fairfield County.  According to Connecticut State Police, the collision occurred around 1:45 a.m., Thursday, May 9, in Stratford. State Police said a 2016 Honda Civic was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when it hit a 2010 Chrysler Country Touring van head-on. Both vehicles burst into flames. Killed in the crash were two Easton family members and a driver of the van, including: Steven Rowland, age 65, of East…

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by Kathy Reakes
Weather
Here's Latest On Quick-Moving Storm: How Much Snow To Expect, And Where It Will Fall Here's Latest On Quick-Moving Storm: How Much Snow To Expect, And Where It Will Fall
Here's Latest On Quick-Moving Storm: How Much Snow To Expect, And Where It Will Fall A quick-moving new storm system will bring accumulating snowfall to much of the region, causing slippery travel, especially for the evening commute on Monday, Feb. 22. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in areas in New York and Connecticut north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway, where 2 to 4 inches of snowfall is now possible. Mainly rain is expected in New York City, on Long Island, and the immediate surrounding suburbs, with some light snow possibly mixing in at times. For areas where the advisory is in effect, motorists should  "plan on slippe…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
New Storm Could Bring Mix Of Snow, Ice, Causing Power Outages, Treacherous Travel New Storm Could Bring Mix Of Snow, Ice, Causing Power Outages, Treacherous Travel
New Storm Could Bring Mix Of Snow, Ice, Causing Power Outages, Treacherous Travel There's been no shortage of snowfall this winter.  But the main threat for the next storm taking aim on the region looks like it could be ice, leading to the possibility of potentially major power outages from damage to power lines and trees as well as treacherous travel. The time frame for the storm, which could also bring accumulating snow to areas farther north and inland, is Saturday night, Feb. 13 through Valentine's Day, Sunday, Feb. 14, and into Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 15. Saturday, Feb. 13 will be mostly cloudy and cold with a high temperature in the upper 20s with wind…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Eye Of The Storm: Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections Eye Of The Storm: Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections
Eye Of The Storm: Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections A storm system bringing accumulating snow to inland areas and rain at times to the entire region has arrived. Precipitation arrived as light, wet snow north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway and as rain farther south just before daybreak on Monday, March 23. After a lull later in the morning, precipitation will return around 2 p.m. As the temperature will be above freezing south of I-84, it will be rain. But north of I-84, anywhere from 2 to 6 inches is expected with locally higher amounts. (See first image above.) For a look at counties where winter storm warnings (pink) and winter w…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storm Watch: Here Are Latest Projections On Snowfall Totals, Timing Storm Watch: Here Are Latest Projections On Snowfall Totals, Timing
Storm Watch: Here Are Latest Projections On Snowfall Totals, Timing A storm system will sweep through the area bringing accumulating snow mainly north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut. It will arrive after a dry weekend. There will be a mix of sun and clouds on Sunday, March 22 with a high temperature around 40 degrees with wind-chill values between 20 and 30. Clouds then will roll in after nightfall in advance of the storm as the low temperature drops to the upper 20s inland and the lower 30s farthest south. At this point, the most likely time frame for the accumulating snowfall to arrive in those areas farther inland is a…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Early Week Storm Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Early Week Storm
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Early Week Storm Click here for an updated story - Eye Of The Storm: Here Are Brand-New Snowfall, Rainfall Projections The first full week of spring will start out looking more like winter. A storm system will sweep through the area at the start of the new week that will bring accumulating snow mainly north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut. It will arrive after a dry weekend. Sunday, March 22 will be partly sunny but a bit colder with a high temperature around 40 degrees with wind-chill values between 15 and 25. Clouds then will roll in after nightfall in advance of the st…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here's Latest On Storm System That Will Bring Mix Of Snow, Rain To Region Here's Latest On Storm System That Will Bring Mix Of Snow, Rain To Region
Here's Latest On Storm System That Will Bring Mix Of Snow, Rain To Region The weekend will start out with a quick-moving storm system that will bring a mix of snow and rain to much of the region. Thursday, March 5 will be sunny with the high temperature around 50 degrees. The overnight low will be around the freezing mark with partly cloudy skies. The storm will move toward the area on Friday, March 6, which will be cloudy throughout the day with the high temperature will be in the low to mid 40s. The chance for precipitation arrives around noontime on Friday. Temperature will fall Friday night, with the overnight low in the upper 20s to around 30 degrees …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Big Change Coming After Mild Stretch As Storm With Potential For Snow Sweeps Through Area Big Change Coming After Mild Stretch As Storm With Potential For Snow Sweeps Through Area
Big Change Coming After Mild Stretch As Storm With Potential For Snow Sweeps Through Area A mild, almost spring-like start to the week will be followed by a big change in the weather pattern in the form of a coastal storm bringing the potential for some snow. Tuesday, March 3 will be mild with the high temperature in the mid to upper 50s.  After a partly cloudy start, showers will arrive in mid-afternoon and continue at times through the evening and overnight. Skies will begin to clear before daybreak on Wednesday, March 4, leading to a partly sunny day with the high temperature in the low to mid 50s. After a sunny day on Thursday, March 5 with the high temperature around…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Post-Presidents Day Storm: Here's Latest On System That Will Sweep Through Area Post-Presidents Day Storm: Here's Latest On System That Will Sweep Through Area
Post-Presidents Day Storm: Here's Latest On System That Will Sweep Through Area A post-Presidents Day storm system will sweep through the area will bring rain to the entire region with a chance for snow in areas farther north. As the storm nears, clouds will increase Monday night, Feb. 17. The overnight low will be in the mid 20s. The system will arrive in the region shortly after daybreak on Tuesday, Feb. 18. New York City, Long Island, southern Westchester and coastal Connecticut will see all rain for the duration of the storm. Areas north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut and south of I-84 will see a chance for snow from daybreak unt…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Midweek Storm Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow To Region Midweek Storm Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow To Region
Midweek Storm Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow To Region A midweek storm will bring a mix of rain, sleet and snow to the region. Wednesday, Feb. 12 will bring a brief break from the wet pattern with mostly sunny skies and the high temperature again in the low 40s. Then comes the arrival of the storm system after nightfall.  There will be a wintry mix at times into the early overnight hours north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut, where the overnight low will hover around the freezing mark. About a half-inch of sleet and snow accumulation is possible. In New York City, Long Island, southern Westchester and coastal …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here's Next Chance For Wintry Mix As Unsettled Weather Pattern Arrives Here's Next Chance For Wintry Mix As Unsettled Weather Pattern Arrives
Here's Next Chance For Wintry Mix As Unsettled Weather Pattern Arrives A storm system has brought steady rain to the region, with areas far north and inland seeing sleet and some snow, leading to delayed school starts. The unsettled weather pattern will continue the next few days, with a new chance for a wintry mix that is expected to be more widespread. Monday, Feb. 10 will be cloudy with showers and pockets of heavy rain at times during the day and evening and a high temperature around 40 degrees. The overnight low will stay steady in the upper 30s for most of the region, but the areas north of I-84 that saw a wintry mix overnight Sunday, Feb. 9 into Monday…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Hearing Scheduled For Proposed I-684 Toll Along Mile-Long Stretch That Runs Through Greenwich Hearing Scheduled For Proposed I-684 Toll Along Mile-Long Stretch That Runs Through Greenwich
Hearing Scheduled For Proposed I-684 Toll Along Mile-Long Stretch That Runs Through Greenwich A hearing has been scheduled as lawmakers in Connecticut get ready for a vote on proposed tolls on state highways, including a gantry on a mile-long stretch of I-684 that runs through Greenwich. A vote following the hearing could come as soon as next week. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont introduced a plan for 12 statewide tolls, including one in a remote stretch of I-684 near the Greenwich-North Castle town line that will force truck drivers to pay, despite being in the state for only about one mile.  The roadway is the only way to pass the area in either direction, forcing New Yorkers to…

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by Zak Failla
Weather
Scattered Snow Showers, Flurries Possible To Start Workweek With Storm Threat For Weekend Scattered Snow Showers, Flurries Possible To Start Workweek With Storm Threat For Weekend
Scattered Snow Showers, Flurries Possible To Start Workweek With Storm Threat For Weekend Click here for an updated story: Potential Nor'easter Takes Aim On Area Just In Time For Groundhog Day Scattered snow showers and flurries are possible for much of the region to start the workweek, with the possibility of a winter storm looming for the weekend. The time frame for flurry activity is Monday morning, Jan. 27 through around 11 a.m. for areas south of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut, where sprinkles and light rain will also be possible. North of those areas, the snow chance will last until the early afternoon Monday as the high temperature star…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Cold, Dry Stretch Will Be Followed By Milder Air, Then Wintry Mix, Snow Chance Cold, Dry Stretch Will Be Followed By Milder Air, Then Wintry Mix, Snow Chance
Cold, Dry Stretch Will Be Followed By Milder Air, Then Wintry Mix, Snow Chance A cold, dry stretch of days will be followed first by milder air and then a chance of a wintry mix and snow on back-to-back days. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20 will be sunny but bitterly cold. The high temperature will be in the upper 20s, but the wind-chill factor will make it feel like it's between zero and 10 degrees. (See image above.) The overnight low Monday into Tuesday, Jan. 21 will be in the single digits. The sunny, cold stretch continues Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 22 with the high temperature in the low to mid 30s both days and wind-chill values in the teens. T…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections For Fast-Moving Weekend Storm Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections For Fast-Moving Weekend Storm
Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections For Fast-Moving Weekend Storm Click here for an updated story: New Snowfall Projections Increase As Strong Winter Storm Approaches Area Brand-new snowfall projections have been increased for the fast-moving winter storm that will create hazardous driving conditions over a broad area this weekend. The storm is expected to arrive early Saturday afternoon, Jan. 18 and wind down during Saturday evening. During that time, travel conditions are expected to be hazardous.  A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for most of the region from 10 a.m. Saturday until 1 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 19.  Although most areas w…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Snowfall Projections Increase For Sprawling Weekend Storm Snowfall Projections Increase For Sprawling Weekend Storm
Snowfall Projections Increase For Sprawling Weekend Storm Click here for an updated story: Here Are Brand-New Snowfall Projections For Fast-Moving Weekend Storm Projected snowfall totals have increased for the sprawling winter storm that will create hazardous driving conditions over a broad area this weekend. The storm is expected to arrive early Saturday afternoon, Jan. 18 and wind down during Saturday evening. During that time, travel conditions are expected to be hazardous. A total of 1 to 2 inches is now projected for New York City and Long Island, up from an inch. In Southern Westchester and coastal Connecticut, 1 to 3 inches is lik…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Rainstorm Will Be Followed By Wintry Weather, Potential For Widespread Snow Event Rainstorm Will Be Followed By Wintry Weather, Potential For Widespread Snow Event
Rainstorm Will Be Followed By Wintry Weather, Potential For Widespread Snow Event The next few days will feature periods of rain and showers and even a couple of rounds of some white stuff possible farther north and inland before the potential for a more widespread snow event next week. Between three-quarters to 1.25 inches of rain is likely over the weekend, with slightly higher amounts anticipated for Long Island. Temperatures will start out slightly above normal but trend cooler and closer to normal for the workweek. Here's what to expect: Friday, Jan. 3: Steady rain will begin to taper off later in the morning on a cloudy day with patchy fog at times in the afterno…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here's Latest Update On Storm Expected To Bring First Snowfall Of New Decade To Region Here's Latest Update On Storm Expected To Bring First Snowfall Of New Decade To Region
Here's Latest Update On Storm Expected To Bring First Snowfall Of New Decade To Region A complex storm system that will sweep through the area starting with rain will change over to snow with accumulations of up to 3 inches now expected in the region farthest north and inland. Here's what to expect: Friday, Jan. 3: Rain will be heavy through the morning commute. Precipitation will then taper off by noontime on a day in which the high temperature will be in the mid to the upper 40s.  A new round of rain is then expected to start late Friday night. Up to an inch of rainfall is possible through overnight Friday, with the low temperature around 40. Saturday, Jan. 4: Period…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Complex Storm System Now Expected To Bring Accumulating Snow To Much Of Area Complex Storm System Now Expected To Bring Accumulating Snow To Much Of Area
Complex Storm System Now Expected To Bring Accumulating Snow To Much Of Area A complex storm system that will sweep through the area starting with rain will change over to snow with accumulations of up to 3 inches now expected in the region farthest north and inland. Here's what to expect: Friday, Jan. 3: Rain will be heavy through the morning commute. Precipitation will then taper off by noontime on a day in which the high temperature will be in the mid to the upper 40s.  A new round of rain is then expected to start late Friday night. Up to an inch of rainfall is possible through overnight Friday, with the low temperature around 40. Saturday, Jan. 4: Period…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here's Latest On Post-Christmas Snow Chance, Along With Updated Five-Day Forecast Here's Latest On Post-Christmas Snow Chance, Along With Updated Five-Day Forecast
Here's Latest On Post-Christmas Snow Chance, Along With Updated Five-Day Forecast Santa Claus and his reindeer will have ideal weather for making the rounds both Christmas Eve night and into Christmas morning. While both days will be clear with relatively mild temperatures, there does remain a chance for some snow after Christmas Day. Here's the five-day forecast.  Tuesday, Dec. 24: It will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid 40s on Christmas Eve. Winds will pick up in strength, with wind-chill values between 25 and 35 degrees. The overnight low temperature will dip to the upper 20s under partly cloudy skies. Wednesday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day will b…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storm Bringing Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causing Hazardous Travel Conditions Storm Bringing Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causing Hazardous Travel Conditions
Storm Bringing Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causing Hazardous Travel Conditions Winter Weather Advisories have been expanded as a storm system bringing a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain is causing hazardous travel conditions and has led to many delayed school starts and closures in the region. The advisories now include Long Island and Queens, where they are in effect until 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, along with southern Westchester and coastal Connecticut. North of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut, where the temperature will struggle to rise above the freezing mark, the advisories run through 6 p.m. Tuesday. (See first image above.)…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storm Watch: Latest Projections For Snowfall Totals, Info On Timing Storm Watch: Latest Projections For Snowfall Totals, Info On Timing
Storm Watch: Latest Projections For Snowfall Totals, Info On Timing Click here for an updated story: Storm Bringing Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causing Hazardous Travel Conditions New projected snowfall totals and info on timing have been released for the powerful storm that will bring a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain to the region. The storm will arrive late Monday night, Dec. 16 and continue through Tuesday evening, Dec. 17. A total of 3 inches of accumulation is now predicted for areas north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut, according to the National Weather Service in projections released late Monday aft…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Here Are Latest Projected Snowfall Totals For Early Week Storm Here Are Latest Projected Snowfall Totals For Early Week Storm
Here Are Latest Projected Snowfall Totals For Early Week Storm Click here for an updated story: Winter Weather Advisories Now In Effect For Much Of Region As Storm Nears A powerful, quick-moving storm will bring a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain to the region early this week. The time frame for the wintry mix with snow at times is Monday afternoon, Dec.16 into the morning on Tuesday, Dec. 17. At this time, about an inch of snowfall accumulation is expected for most of the region.  Areas north of I-84 and farthest inland, especially west, could see up to 3 inches. There still remains uncertainty with the storm track. So check back for&…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Accumulating Snowfall Now Expected For Early Week Storm Accumulating Snowfall Now Expected For Early Week Storm
Accumulating Snowfall Now Expected For Early Week Storm Click here for an updated story: Here Are Latest Projected Snowfall Totals For Early Week Storm After a brief warmup to start the weekend, an early week storm system is now expected to bring a new round of accumulation snow to the region. The time frame for the wintry mix with snow at times is Monday afternoon, Dec.16 into Tuesday morning, Dec. 17 as the powerful, quick-moving system pushes through. At this time, about an inch to possibly 3 inches of snowfall accumulation is expected for the region, with several inches more possible in areas north and west of I-84. There's still uncer…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Eye On The Storms: Separate Systems Will Move Through, With Second Bringing Wintry Mix, Snow Eye On The Storms: Separate Systems Will Move Through, With Second Bringing Wintry Mix, Snow
Eye On The Storms: Separate Systems Will Move Through, With Second Bringing Wintry Mix, Snow Click here for an updated story: Accumulating Snowfall Now Expected For Early Week Storm Get set for a stormy stretch with two separate systems due to move through the region, with the second bringing a wintry mix and snow. The first storm system will usher in the start of the weekend. But temperatures began to rise as it arrived on Friday afternoon, Dec. 13, keeping precipitation to rain.  Rain will be heavy at times in the evening and through the overnight with up to an inch of precipitation expected before daybreak. Temperatures will rise overnight to around the 50-degree mark. A …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Eye On The Storms: Separate Systems Will Move Through, With One Bringing Wintry Mix, Snow Eye On The Storms: Separate Systems Will Move Through, With One Bringing Wintry Mix, Snow
Eye On The Storms: Separate Systems Will Move Through, With One Bringing Wintry Mix, Snow Click here for an updated story: Accumulating Snowfall Now Expected For Early Week Storm Get set for a stormy stretch with two separate systems due to move through the region, with the second bringing a wintry mix and snow. The first storm system will usher in the start of the weekend. But temperatures began to rise as it arrived on Friday afternoon, Dec. 13, keeping precipitation to rain.  Rain will be heavy at times in the evening and through the overnight with up to an inch of precipitation expected before daybreak. Temperatures will rise overnight to around the 50-degree mark.…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
New Update: Here Are Latest Snowfall Projections, Time Frame For Storm New Update: Here Are Latest Snowfall Projections, Time Frame For Storm
New Update: Here Are Latest Snowfall Projections, Time Frame For Storm Rain will transition over to snow from the northwest to the southeast between midnight and daybreak Wednesday, Dec. 11. The latest snowfall predictions were released late Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 10 by the National Weather Service. Generally, 1-2 inches of snowfall is now being predicted for areas south of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway in New York and Connecticut, including New York City and Long Island, Westchester and Fairfield counties, according to the National Weather Service. Parts of Suffolk, Northern Westchester and Northern Fairfield County could see 2 to 3 inches. (S…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Parts Of Region Could See New Round Of Snow As Cold, Blustery Stretch Continues Parts Of Region Could See New Round Of Snow As Cold, Blustery Stretch Continues
Parts Of Region Could See New Round Of Snow As Cold, Blustery Stretch Continues Click here for an updated story: Strong Storm System Will Bring Soaking Rain Before Ending With Snow With a stretch of cold, blustery weather expected to continue through the end of the week, parts of the region farther north and inland could see a new round of snow. Here's the five-day forecast: Thursday, Dec. 5: Partly cloudy with a high temperature in the low 40s. Winds of 10 to 18 miles per hour with gusts near 30 miles per hour will result in a  wind-chill factor between 25 and 35 degrees.The overnight low will be in the upper 20s. Friday, Dec. 6: It will be mostly…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storm Watch: Here's When Snowfall Will Arrive, End In Round 2 Of Storm Storm Watch: Here's When Snowfall Will Arrive, End In Round 2 Of Storm
Storm Watch: Here's When Snowfall Will Arrive, End In Round 2 Of Storm Powered by a strong band of snow, a round of moderate to heavy snowfall will arrive in the afternoon and continue through the evening in areas farther inland on Monday, Dec. 2. There have been reports just past noontime of snowfall moving west to east, but not sticking to surfaces where the temperature is above freezing. Nearly the entire region should see snowfall at times between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. with generally about 1 to 2 inches of accumulation expected during that time frame. Most of the snow will fall after dark and in areas north and west. As for the latest expected snowfall …

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by Joe Lombardi