Raising a family in New York has its own set of advantages and trials, and our Family & Parenting section can help to provide you with tips and tricks from other local Long Island parents. From keeping the kids quiet on long car rides, to the best recreation spots, we've got you covered with insights on the topics that matter most to parents.
By Cait Russell May 31, 2016
June 20th marks the first official day of summer, but with a full slate of family entertainment, Long Island will be celebrating all month long!
By Long Island News & PR May 31, 2016
The County Parks’ International Music Nights Concert Series will kick off this year on Sunday, June 12th at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park.
By Christian Abbatecola May 28, 2016
Smithtown's annual festival will be held on Sunday, June 5th from 9 AM to 5 PM.
By Long Island News & PR May 27, 2016
Summer cookouts are right around the corner and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is urging consumers to remember the four simple steps to food safety.
By Long Island News & PR May 27, 2016
Inspector Christopher Hatton, Commanding Officer of the Second Precinct, has an important message regarding house parties.
By Long Island News & PR May 27, 2016
Candidates vying for New York’s 3rd Congressional District have agreed to address questions and concerns relating to children’s issues and legislation in a moderated forum.
By Long Island News & PR May 25, 2016
If signed into law, New York will join California, Missouri, Kansas, Texas, Utah and Washington D.C. in providing insurance coverage for donor human milk.
By Long Island News & PR May 24, 2016
In celebration of our rich maritime heritage, the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson in partnership with the New York Marine Trade Association and the Town of Brookhaven, present the 5th Annual Port Jefferson Boater’s Maritime ...
By Long Island News & PR May 22, 2016
An article published this week in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (JACI) shows that many caregivers, like parents, may not fully understand their providers’ instructions when it comes to keeping their children’s asthma ...
By Kelly Tenny May 21, 2016
Grab your helmet and go explore the bike trails of Long Island!
By Brian Re May 20, 2016
From parades to historical celebrations, Long Island is looking at a Memorial Day Weekend packed with fun and entertainment for all ages!
By Long Island News & PR May 20, 2016
The Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) Foundation is sponsoring a car seat drive for 152 families in the Roosevelt community thanks to a donation of car seats by the Toys of Hope Children's Charity.
By Long Island News & PR May 20, 2016
Every year, serious health and safety violations force thousands of public pools, hot tubs, and water playgrounds to close, according to a report published in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
By Long Island News & PR May 17, 2016
This evening, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo was presented with the “Champion for Working Families & Children” award by the Paid Family Leave Insurance Campaign of New York State.
By Long Island News & PR May 16, 2016
Should you sleep with your bedroom door opened or closed? It’s a straightforward question, but the answer isn’t quite so clear-cut.
By Long Island News & PR May 15, 2016
In advance of the Board of Regents meeting on Monday, Senator Todd Kaminsky and the Chair of the Assembly Education Subcommittee on Students with Special Needs, Shelley Mayer, sent a letter to New York State ...
By Kelly Tenny May 14, 2016
With a 3-day weekend ahead, how are you are your family planning to spend Memorial Day Weekend 2016?
By Long Island News & PR May 13, 2016
Today, Senator Schumer called for full funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which helps provide special education and related services to millions of children with autism and other developmental disabilities across the ...
By Long Island News & PR May 12, 2016
Governor Cuomo today announced that the first school district funding requests from the $2 billion Smart Schools Bond Act have been approved.
By Long Island News & PR May 11, 2016
First Squad detectives are investigating two suspicious incidents in which an unknown male approached two children in Bellmore and N. Merrick on Tuesday, 05/10/16 at 3:00 P.M. and 3:15 P.M., respectively.