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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 June 24, 2015
Take part in Suffolk County Police summer programs including a teenage driver safety course, a fishing trip, volunteer to become a Suffolk County Auxiliary Police Officer, summer sports camps, and more!
By Chelsea Triola June 19, 2015
Honor Independence Day this year by attending a fun fireworks display on the Island!
By Cait Russell June 13, 2015
With July 4th falling on a Saturday this year, there will be twice the fun as Long Island celebrates Independence Day all weekend long!
By Long Island News & PR June 12, 2015
Suffolk County Police are investigating a missing persons case during which a mother abducted her child instead of turning him over to Suffolk County Child Protective Services.
By Long Island News & PR June 11, 2015
Suffolk County Police are investigating a missing persons case during which a mother abducted her child instead of turning him over to Suffolk County Child Protective Services.
By Long Island News & PR June 04, 2015
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services and the Suffolk County Board of Health* today issued an urgent warning to parents about a newly synthesized drug known as Flakka or gravel.
By Long Island News & PR June 03, 2015
Legislator Hahn’s “Toxin Free Toys Act” will prohibit the sale of children’s toys that contain potentially unsafe levels of six hazardous chemicals; protect children from known carcinogens.
By Cait Russell May 31, 2015
Things are starting to heat up here on Long Island - get the scoop on all the best fun happening this June right here!
By Chelsea Triola May 30, 2015
Show your support this month by attending an upcoming charity event!
By Long Island News & PR May 27, 2015
Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, the renowned summer arts day camp, now entering its 48th season, announces that there are still limited openings in some programs for 2015.
By Long Island News & PR May 27, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $30 million in funding for the Summer Youth Employment program which supports communities across the state in creating summer jobs for youth from low-income families.
By Long Island News & PR May 26, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, in partnership with New York State Senator Michael Venditto, are helping to protect children by providing free “KidPix” photo identification cards to parents and children.
By Chelsea Triola May 23, 2015
Celebrate Memorial Day by attending some local parades all across the Island!
By Long Island News & PR May 21, 2015
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, and many Americans will celebrate with cookouts, camping, road trips, and other activities that involve food.
By Long Island News & PR May 21, 2015
A bill authored by Assemblymembers Todd Kaminsky and Cathy Nolan to reverse the negative effects of the high-stakes Common Core testing environment passed the Assembly today.
By Long Island News & PR May 19, 2015
Senator Ken LaValle invites all students up to the 8th grade to join the NY State Senate’s 2015 Summer Reading Program.
By Long Island News & PR May 19, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that 15 members of New York's Congressional Delegation are joining his Raise the Age campaign and will be calling on members of the public to support passage of the ...
By Long Island News & PR May 19, 2015
This summer, share the beauty of your community with a Fresh Air child while enjoying the pure joys of summer in your own backyard!
By Chelsea Triola May 16, 2015
Celebrate Memorial Day by checking out some cool firework displays!
By Long Island News & PR May 15, 2015
Lifesaving Tips from the Firemen’s Association of the State of NY.
Kelly Tenny
Wendy Lau
Brian Re
Chelsea Triola