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Report: Coney Island Still Trashed After Sandy

A home in Sea Gate damaged (in the rear) by Sandy. Photo by Erica ShermanDamaged schools, health facilities, libraries, abandoned storefronts and treacherous sinkholes. These are some of the major problems still afflicting Coney Island since Superstorm Sandy thrashed the area over eight months ago. Gotham Gazette is reporting [http:

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Sandy Aid May Be Flowing, But Local Businesses Say It’s Not Fast Enough

Arbuz’ employees helped with the cleanup process, wiping down furniture days after Sandy hit.Despite the recent passage of a $50 billion federal emergency funds package for victims of Hurricane Sandy, there is lingering skepticism in Southern Brooklyn that the aid will alleviate the ongoing struggles in this badly battered