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 Vickie Moller September 06, 2013
In response to a reporter's question about failing schools at a news conference last week in Lockport near Buffalo, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said that there has to be "a death penalty for failing schools, ...
By Sharon Lindell September 06, 2013
Did you know that there is a Grandparents' Day? Check out these great events you can take your grandparents to.
By Vickie Moller September 05, 2013
Closed since 2010, the Jack Abrams School in Huntington Station reopened Wednesday as the Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School with studies focused on science, technology, engineering and math.
By Sharon Lindell September 04, 2013
Doing well in school is very important, but we cannot forget to keep our children active outside of the school day.
By Sandra Stelmach August 31, 2013
September marks the end of the summer but there are still plenty of things to do! Check out the variety of exciting events and festive activities happening near you!
By Sharon Lindell August 30, 2013
Why not spice up your apple pies or apple cider with fresh apple from here on Long Island.
By Debbi Spiegel August 30, 2013
Tips to stay healthy this school year!
By Vickie Moller August 28, 2013
ERASE Racism, an independent not-for-profit organization working toward racial equity on Long Island, has received a $20,000 grant from the Long Island Community Foundation in support of the organization's Education Equity Campaign, created to identify ...
By Debbi Spiegel August 24, 2013
It's the time of year that parents love and kids loathe!
By Vickie Moller August 23, 2013
After Learning the results of the 2013 Common Core Tests for his school district's third through eighth graders, Superintendent Joseph Rella robo-called parents urging them to attend an August 17 rally at Comsewogue High School ...
By Debbi Spiegel August 23, 2013
The first day of school is a milestone, and photos are the best way to capture those memories.
By Joe Randazzo August 22, 2013
Devon Fenner realized he left his child in the car a half hour later but by then it was too late.
By Sandra Stelmach August 22, 2013
Be sure to mark your calendars and the end the summer right with these action and fun packed events in celebration of Labor Day Weekend.
By Vickie Moller August 22, 2013
Citing a new College Board survey confirming that tuition for four-year state college is up five percent from last year, Congressman Steve Israel Monday announced new legislation to make college more affordable for middle-class families.
By Debbi Spiegel August 21, 2013
We have the antidote for the “woulda, coulda, shouldas”: the Summer Bucket List.
By Vickie Moller August 20, 2013
In response to concerns from parents of elementary school students about the new Common Core Curriculum and associated testing, Sen. Kenneth P. LaValle has introduced legislation to ensure that the Common Core mandated state exams ...
By Wendy L August 19, 2013
September will arrive before you know it and the kids will be back to school. Check out these deals and savings offers in this week's edition of Local Steals & Deals to get you and ...
By Debbi Spiegel August 17, 2013
The countdown to the first day of school has started!
By Joe Randazzo August 16, 2013
Parents rallied outside the Rodeway Inn thinking sex offenders checked in. It turns out the sex offenders left way before they got there because of a legal mix-up.