Icicles cling to a street sign on Feb. 13, 2014....

Icicles cling to a street sign on Feb. 13, 2014. The weather has had a chilling influence on business and commerce. Credit: Getty Images / Sara D. Davis

Record snowfall, icy roads and frigid temperatures have tested Long Islanders this winter. Repeated storms have forced schools and businesses to close, and cold temperatures have boosted heating bills. Heavy snow and ice is taking a toll on roofs and gutters, and epic potholes are taking a toll on cars.

What's been your biggest expense from the cold? Vote and leave a comment; results and a selection of comments will be published in next Sunday's business section.

On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at East Islip baseball's inspirational comeback story, Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week and Tess Ferguson breaks down the top defensive players in girls lacrosse. 

Sarra Sounds Off Ep. 35: EI baseball, girls lacrosse and plays of the week On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at East Islip baseball's inspirational comeback story, Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week and Tess Ferguson breaks down the top defensive players in girls lacrosse.

On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at East Islip baseball's inspirational comeback story, Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week and Tess Ferguson breaks down the top defensive players in girls lacrosse. 

Sarra Sounds Off Ep. 35: EI baseball, girls lacrosse and plays of the week On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at East Islip baseball's inspirational comeback story, Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week and Tess Ferguson breaks down the top defensive players in girls lacrosse.

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