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 Long Island News & PR May 11, 2016
The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services today announced the launch of the latest phase of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Talk2Prevent education campaign, an initiative focused on preventing underage and binge ...
By Long Island News & PR May 10, 2016
Not many people can say they have achieved their lifelong dream--but Evan Wofsy, 45, can.
By Long Island News & PR May 10, 2016
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is pleased to announce The Bambini Ball presented by Goat on a Boat on Saturday, May 20 at 5:30 pm.
By Long Island News & PR May 10, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the award of $6,081,700 to help 122 behavioral health providers that offer children’s services improve or develop their technological infrastructure.
By Brian Re May 08, 2016
Grab the entire family and head out to one of Long Island's best farms to pick your own strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries!
By EAC Network May 08, 2016
EAC Network is thrilled to announce a renewed partnership with Pal-O-mine Equestrian in Islandia to provide child victims of abuse or neglect with up to eight weeks of equine therapy.
By Long Island News & PR May 06, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, County Legislators and Winthrop University Hospital today proclaimed May as Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Awareness Month in Nassau County.
By Long Island News & PR May 05, 2016
To keep teens and drivers safe this prom season, the Community Ambulance Company is implementing a prevention program to offer free prom and banquet transportation to those students from the Bayport, Connetquot and Sayville School ...
By Long Island News & PR May 05, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that he is advancing legislation to bring more aggressive enforcement tools, tougher penalties and greater transparency to the oversight of child care programs throughout the state.
By Allison Gayne May 04, 2016
LI nonprofit agency, ACLD, has named Bruce Libman honoree for its annual Golf Outing scheduled for Monday, September 12, 2016.
By Long Island News & PR May 04, 2016
In conjunction with The Green Vale School’s Annual Blood Drive, the New York Blood Center visited the school’s fifth grade to discuss the importance of donating blood.
By Long Island News & PR May 04, 2016
At least 30 percent of antibiotics prescribed in the United States are unnecessary, according to new data published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) by the Centers for Disease Control and ...
By Long Island News & PR May 04, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today launched the “No Excuses” campaign aimed at curbing underage drinking in New York.
By Long Island News & PR May 03, 2016
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer, alongside Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) CEO Anna Maria Chávez, leaders from New York’s seven Girl Scout councils, and Girl Scout Gold Award recipients from throughout New York, today ...
By Long Island News & PR May 03, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano was joined by Presiding Officer Norma Gonsalves, County Legislators Rose Marie Walker and Dennis Dunne, as well Chief Deputy County Executive Rob Walker, Kristine Fitzpatrick, Executive Director of League ...
By Allison Matos May 03, 2016
This is the story of Hobbes, an adorable 9 year old dachshund who was once the victim of severe domestic violence.
By Long Island News & PR May 02, 2016
On Friday, April 29, 2016, Second Precinct Community Liaison Officer, COPE officers and Community Support Unit officers joined local children from Huntington and Huntington Station at the Dix Hills Ice Rink for a fun filled ...
By Long Island News & PR May 02, 2016
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to celebrate the women in our lives who take the time to care for us.
By Long Island News & PR May 02, 2016
The New York State Education Department announced today in conjunction with Senate Majority Leader John J. Flanagan and Assembly Assistant Speaker Felix W. Ortiz that it will work with organizations that promote organ and tissue ...
By Cait Russell April 30, 2016
Spring is in full swing, Long Island, and this May is packed with tons of unforgettable fun that you won't want to miss out on!