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 October 02, 2019
The First-Ever Hamptons Harvest Festival, Spooky Finds, New Hotels and More.
By Catherine Eve September 30, 2019
Hicks Nurseries in Westbury and White Post Animal Farm in Melville are fall family fun destinations. Bring the little ones to enjoy pumpkins, farm animals and even pictures with a friendly ghost.
By Brian Re September 30, 2019
Enjoy some of the ghoulishly-good events happening on Long Island during a packed month of Halloween celebrations!
By Brian Re September 30, 2019
Autumn has dozens of fantastic activities for the entire family to enjoy, so don't delay on planning out the season accordingly!
By Long Island September 27, 2019
Long Island has its own Halloween town and it is right in Jericho.
By Lon Cohen September 26, 2019
Enjoy one of these local fall festivals this weekend.
By Claude Solnik September 26, 2019
Nine to five may still be standard, but other arrangements are becoming increasingly common.
By Claude Solnik September 18, 2019
Two Wantagh High School students won a pedestrian safety video contest as part of the campaign to protect pedestrians.
By Catherine Eve September 17, 2019
Nominate a local military hero to be honored at a New York Islanders home game.
By Catherine Eve September 13, 2019
It’s almost that time of year. RISE of the Jack O’Lanterns is coming back to Old Westbury Gardens in October.
By Long Island September 12, 2019
The Long Island Chapter of the Adoptive Parents Committee (APC), which supports adoptive parents at all stages of the adoption journey, will be meeting on September 21.
By erin__l September 09, 2019
Throughout the first week of school, schools in Suffolk County have received three different school threats.
By Catherine Eve September 07, 2019
Whether you want to work out, rock out or look fabulous from head to toe, here are some of Bellmore’s best options.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2019
Nassau County rolled out a new app designed to provide information and resources for those seeking help against opiate addiction.
By Claude Solnik September 05, 2019
Disney's Castaway Cay, the 2019 Cruise Critic Destination award winner for Best Cruise Line Private Island, was hit by tropical storm force winds.
By Catherine Eve September 02, 2019
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Here are some events Long Islanders can join to show support to the children and families affected by pediatric cancers.
By Claude Solnik August 30, 2019
Click on the link to the Long Island Bike Parade in the article if you'd like to register for this free event.
By Claude Solnik August 29, 2019
As Labor Day arrives, the government released statistics on paid leave, showing more people have it - and more men have it than women.
By Catherine Eve August 25, 2019
Sensory Beans, an inclusive open-play sensory gym in Wantagh, brings smiles to kids and support to families.
By erin__l August 22, 2019
The North Fork Sunflower Maze in Mattituck is a huge attraction during the summer and early fall months.