Dec. 27: Out With The Old

This week will mark the winding down of a year filled with changes — including the , an for a former manufacturing facility and the of a local news and information Web site, among many others.

So as we dig out from Sunday's , here's some of the things we think you should know, not just about today, this week and month — but the entire year:

1. Look out later this morning for reaction from residents and business owners on how they are faring now that the bulk of this sudden December snowstorm is over.

2. Long Island Railroad runs on a Sunday schedule today. Mail delivery, garbage pickup and alternate side parking rules have been . 

3. In search for tips on how to keep busy as the rest of the borough digs itself out? Check back with Little Neck Patch for info on activities to keep the family warm and active during the storm's aftermath.

4. It's definitely been an interesting 2010. Look for our coverage later this week of the top stories, events and announcements of an incredibly active year.

5. And while we're at it, we'll get the status of events like and , to let you know before you go.