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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 Debbi Spiegel January 24, 2013
There are many snow day superstitions happening in homes across Long Island.
By Robert Ottone January 24, 2013
The trial of William Flanagan enters day three with a verbal bout between witness Lorraine Poppe and defense attorney Bruce Barkett.
By Robert Ottone January 22, 2013
After 20 years, Katie Beers recounts her tale of imprisonment in her new book.
By Robert Ottone January 18, 2013
An Army wife declined an offer of "special guest membership" into Fort Bragg's military spouse group due to same-sex partnership.
By Debbi Spiegel January 18, 2013
Some pin-teresting things that I learned on Pinterest.
By Robert Ottone January 12, 2013
Thomas Bouklas, 64, has been arrested for possession of child pornography.
By Debbi Spiegel January 12, 2013
Get the kids excited about going back in time.
By Debbi Spiegel January 08, 2013
Winter hiking on Long Island brings a unique opportunity to enjoy sights that maybe hidden during the summer months.
By Debbi Spiegel January 05, 2013
It is one thing to make New Year’s Resolutions—and quite another to keep them. Never is this more true when we make resolutions for our family.
By Debbi Spiegel December 22, 2012
You know that your kids will utter those dreaded words, "I'm bored!"
By Debbi Spiegel December 21, 2012
Today is the last day of school for the year 2012 for children all across Long Island. It is a time to reflect.
By Cait Russell December 20, 2012
This Friday, December 21st, at 9:30AM (EST), “Walk 27” Events will be happening across the globe, as the world comes together to remember the students and faculty of Sandy Hook Elementary who were killed last ...
By Amy Gernon December 20, 2012
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that "Operation: Game Over" has purged various online gaming sites of over 2000 registered sex offenders.
By Debbi Spiegel December 19, 2012
As the nation mourns the death of 20 children and the six educators who died protecting them, Long Islanders are looking for ways to do something for the victims and their families.
By Cait Russell December 18, 2012
The Newtown Post Office has set up a special Post Office Box to receive letters of condolence and support for those affected by last Friday's shooting.
By Vickie Moller December 18, 2012
School leaders across the country have been communicating heartfelt condolences and messages of comfort and assurance to parents and children that their schools are safe in the aftermath of the mass killing inside Sandy Hook ...
By Robert Ottone December 18, 2012
The investigation into what's been uncovered on Adam Lanza's hard drive has uncovered very little thus far.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 18, 2012
Here are some tips for how to talk to children about handling their feelings after the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 15, 2012
Legislators are considering making it illegal for people under 19 to purchase energy drinks with certain levels of caffeine and supplements.
By Robert Ottone December 15, 2012
As a bit more information comes to light, police continue to speculate over Adam Lanza's motives.
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