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Parts of the Hudson Valley, Long Island and Connecticut could get over 8 inches of snow, with New York City getting totals on the lower end of 4-8 inches.

A snowstorm could make travel difficult for fans heading to the Penn State football Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson in Yankee Stadium.

The northeast is bracing for the biggest snowfall it’s seen in years, as the winter storm coming across the US is already causing widespread delays and cancellations at major airports. NBC News’ Sam Brock has the story.

What should have been a busy return home after Christmas instead turned into an overnight ordeal for hundreds of travelers

On Friday crews were gearing up, and travelers were trying to get ahead of Friday’s snowstorm. The New Baltimore rest stop on the New York State Thruway had

According to John Paul, the resident automotive expert at the American Automobile Association, leaving the wipers up for an extended period of time can damage the springs that hold the wipers to the windshield. Also, leaving the wiper blades up can permanently stretch the springs and lead to poor wipe quality, according to AutoZone.

It’s the calm before the storm in West Haven, where public works crews are making final preparations for the snowstorm expected to hit overnight.

Snow is falling at more than two inches per hour Friday night, and parts of the state could see 12 inches. Anyone who must travel should do so cautiously.

The MTA is advising LIRR riders to monitor service through its TrainTime app, which provides real-time updates on delays and cancellations. Riders can also check on any potential service issues through the MTA app, as well as on the MTA website or by dialing 511.