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 November 09, 2015
While some venues are eliminating Christmas trees and traditional decorations, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announces free photos with Santa – including a Christmas tree and traditional decorations, each Saturday beginning November 28th through ...
By Lyndsay McCabe November 07, 2015
Take a run with family and friends on Thanksgiving morning to support local non-profits and your own health!
By Long Island News & PR November 06, 2015
There’s no shortage of gumdrops, lollipops and marshmallows – or creative fun for kids – at this year’s Annual Gingerbread University Holiday Workshop, hosted by the We Care Fund of the Nassau County Bar Association.
By Wendy L November 06, 2015
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade delights millions each year. Here's what to expect from it this year!
By Long Island News & PR November 06, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has announced that the family-friendly “Thank Goodness for Animals” Thanksgiving Program will take place at Tackapausha Museum and Preserve on Sunday, November 29th at 1:00 p.m.
By Long Island News & PR November 03, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced the results of Child Passenger Safety Week seat check events, during which 88 percent of the 931 seats inspected were found to be improperly installed.
By Lyndsay McCabe October 31, 2015
Show your thanks for your health and your loved ones by participating in some of the great events happening this November!
By Lyndsay McCabe October 31, 2015
Donate your candy to a good cause, and make a few bucks in the process!
By Long Island News & PR October 31, 2015
This morning on “LIVE with Kelly and Michael,” Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan hosted “LIVE’s Best Halloween Show Ever: Nightmare on 67th Street,” the latest installment of the show’s mega-popular Halloween franchise.
By Long Island News & PR October 30, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announced today that “Operation Safe Sweets” is in place and ongoing for Halloween 2015. Operation Safe Sweets is designed to protect children from sex offenders on Halloween through monitoring ...
By Long Island News & PR October 26, 2015
With Halloween just around the corner, children will soon be out in costume trekking through festive displays in search of candy. However, more than ghosts could be lurking amongst the mid-fall fun, as Halloween costumes ...
By Long Island News & PR October 26, 2015
The North Bellmore Public Library Board of Trustees has selected Elite Construction of NY as construction manager for the upcoming expansion and renovation of the library building located at 1551 Newbridge Road in North Bellmore, ...
By Lyndsay McCabe October 25, 2015
Get ready to prep your home, kids, and pets for a fun Halloween celebration.
By Lyndsay McCabe October 24, 2015
Make rummage sale deals even more worth your while by shopping smart and picking out the best items.
By Long Island News & PR October 19, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of Coaches Care, a new initiative aimed at educating teens about safe driving by encouraging coaches to openly discuss the issue with student athletes.
By Andrew Cohen October 18, 2015
Don't worry about getting goosebumps this Halloween from letting your kids go Trick-or-Treating alone. There are many LI events for your young goblins this October.
By Long Island News & PR October 15, 2015
Suffolk County Police Third Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating a Bay Shore teenager who was reported missing earlier this month.
By Long Island News & PR October 15, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Nassau County Department of Health join Safe Kids Nassau County in promoting pedestrian safety awareness this Halloween.
By Long Island News & PR October 13, 2015
The Hempstead School District announced today that the breakfast in the classroom program, which began as a pilot program in the beginning of the school year, will now be expanded to all eight elementary schools ...
By Lyndsay McCabe October 10, 2015
Learn how to turn your boring gourd into something extraordinary at one of these workshops.