In addition to setting a new peak-hour demand record of 5613 megawatts (MW) on Tuesday, the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) also set a record for delivering electricity on a 24-hour basis by reaching a new high of 106,000 megawatt hours (MWH). FULL STORY

Groundwater is not only affected by commercial and industrial activity, the actions of the average homeowner can lead to groundwater contamination as well. Plainview Water District Commissioners Kevin Langberg, Edward Shulroff and Joel Kessler explain how pesticides and fertilizers can have a detrimental impact on our water supply when improperly used and how people can take measures to prevent this. FULL STORY