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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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Universities collaborate to research storm impact on New York

November 7, 2013
In response to Hurricane Sandy, New York Universities, including NYU-Poly, created the New York State Resilience Institute for Storms and Emergencies.
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Water supply maintenance is critical to infrastructure of New York

November 5, 2013
City officials should ensure public awareness of the growing need for water conservation given New York’s fragile water supply system.
Halloween 2013 cannot beat last year’s fright

Halloween 2013 cannot beat last year’s fright

October 31, 2013
This year’s Halloween will not match the frightfulness of last year’s.
Darya Soroko for WSN

Teams present rebuild designs a year after Sandy

October 29, 2013
10 teams in the Rebuild by Design competition presented their proposals on Monday.
One Year Later: Hurricane Sandy Fast Facts

One Year Later: Hurricane Sandy Fast Facts

October 29, 2013
WSN reflects on the New York region's progress since Hurricane Sandy.
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One year later: Outer Boroughs

October 29, 2013
Reflecting on the impact of Hurricane Sandy in the outer boroughs.

One year later: Long Island

October 29, 2013
Reflections on the impact of Hurricane Sandy on Long Island
One year later: New Jersey

One year later: New Jersey

October 29, 2013
Reflecting on Hurricane Sandy's impact on New Jersey.
One year later: Metropolitan Transportation Authority

One year later: Metropolitan Transportation Authority

October 29, 2013

Metropolitan Transportation Authority MTA spokesman Adam Lisberg “Superstorm Sandy was by far the worst disaster to ever befall the MTA, causing an estimated $4.7 billion...

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Ellis, Liberty Islands reopen after Sandy

October 29, 2013
Tourists and New Yorkers are now able to enjoy Ellis and Liberty Island once again, a year after Sandy's destruction.
Ellis Island re-opening symbolizes city’s resilience

Ellis Island re-opening symbolizes city’s resilience

October 29, 2013
One year after Hurricane Sandy struck the Eastern seaboard and caused severe devastation, Ellis Island reopening shows a sign of progress and growth.
Olivia Ellis for WSN

Select dorms prepare for future storms

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer October 17, 2013
After its renovations, Brittany residence hall was storm-ready, and Hayden residence hall will be prepared for future storms following its scheduled renovations in the coming year.