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How to survive a zombie apocalypse
chrisc@herald-mail.comZombies. Giant super-storms. Runaway climate change. Alien invasions. Sneak attacks by invading enemy nations. Thrilling stuff of end-of-life-as-we-know-it science fiction books and movies. But as recent news coverage reminds us — Superstorm...Tags: The New York Times, Radio, Hurricane Katrina (2005), NASA, American Red Cross
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Assistance available for for small businesses rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy
Small businesses rebuilding in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy will get immediate and long-term help laying a foundation for economic recovery thanks to expanded services funded by a $19 million emergency appropriation. Small businesses can take...Tags: Business, Small Businesses, Hurricane Sandy (2012), Natural Disasters
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House approves $50.5 billion for Superstorm Sandy aid
More than 10 weeks after Superstorm Sandy brutalized parts of the heavily populated Northeast, the House approved $50.5 billion in emergency relief for the victims Tuesday night as Republican leaders struggled to close out an episode that exposed...
Tags: Government, Dannel P. Malloy , U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Hurricane Katrina (2005)
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Goretti students collect funds to help pets affected by hurricane
St. Maria Goretti High School announced its People for Animal Welfare Society recently held a fundraiser to help animals affected by Hurricane Sandy. The club sponsored a “Wear Orange” out-of-uniform day in honor of the official color of...
Tags: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Animals, Hurricane Sandy (2012), Natural Disasters, Human Interest
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Area stores try to stay ahead of the rush to stock up for Sandy
caleb.calhoun@herald-mail.comSome stores in Washington County were fast running out of essential bad-weather supplies such as generators and flashlights Monday, but grocery store shelves for the most part held what people were seeking. After a hectic weekend of grocery shopping in...Tags: The Home Depot, Natural Disasters, Breads
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Tri-State braces for Sandy's arrival; emergency shelters open
• Hurricane Sandy 2 p.m. update from National Hurricane Center • Weather-related cancelletions, postponements • For up-to-date local forecasts, go to the Herald-Mail.com Weather Page. The Tri-State area was preparing for what could...
Tags: Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Radio, Relief and Aid Organizations, American Red Cross, Weather Warnings
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Some area residents express indifference to Hurricane Sandy
caleb.calhoun@herald-mail.comHurricane Sandy may still be expected to impact the area by Sunday, but not all local residents were out preparing for it Friday. In fact, some expressed indifference to the storm’s arrival, including Hagerstown resident Chuck Holman, who said he...Tags: Natural Disasters
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With an eye on Isaac, Republican convention gets under way
Associated PressRepublicans kicked off Mitt Romney’s national convention Monday with the banging of a gavel before a smattering of delegates as Tropical Storm Isaac led them to cancel most of the opening-day program. Party Chairman Reince Priebus pounded the...Tags: Government, NBC (tv network), Career and Workplace, Tampa, Hurricane Katrina (2005)
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Crews rush to restore power amid fears storm death toll could rise
Associated PressUtility crews struggled to catch up with a backlog of millions of people without electricity for a fourth hot day Tuesday as frustration grew and authorities feared the toll of 23 storm deaths could rise because of stifling conditions and generator fumes....Tags: Companies and Corporations, Health and Medical Professionals, Economy, Business and Finance, Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., Burtonsville
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Business Briefs - April 15
On the Wings of Dreams SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — On the Wings of Dreams, at 139 W. German St. in Shepherdstown, recently donated $220 to the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. This is the fifth year owner Laura Rau has set aside 3 cents from each...Tags: Companies and Corporations, Awards and Prizes, Relay for Life, Economy, Business and Finance, University of Maryland, College Park
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Storms lead to more estimated electric bills
heather.keels@herald-mail.comWith many Potomac Edison meter readers assigned to other duties after Hurricane Irene in late August and again two months later after the late October snowstorm, some customers might have noticed more estimated bills in recent months than usual, Potomac...Tags: Companies and Corporations, Companies and Corporations, Disasters and Accidents, Economy, Business and Finance, Meteorological Disasters
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As hurricane approaches, tips offered for motorists, pet owners and farmers
As Hurricane Irene approaches Maryland, state agencies offer safety suggestions for motorists, pet owners and farmers to prepare for the storm's potential impact. Motorists The State Highway Administration recommends the following advice for motorists:...Tags: Lifestyle and Leisure, Road Transportation, Travel, Natural Disasters, Disasters
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