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Local expert: Be intentional in relationships

By Ron Heilmann Marriage and Family Counselor In our debut edition of Mother Knows Best, June-August, Ron Heilmann outlined five ways couples can invest in their relationships. For the next... More

Garden tours benefit Thornden Park

The Thornden Park Association will host its Garden Tour on June 15 of gardens located in and around the Syracuse University neighborhood. Tickets will be on sale at the Field House in Thornden... More

Sugar cone feeds wildlife

My three little angels had somehow transformed into caged animals earlier this spring, and they were dying to get out! The snow had long since melted and with it went the opportunities to make snow... More

Mental health group publishes local, free guide

The Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program’s (CPEP) Children’s Health Innovation Project (CHIP) recently published a 100-page directory of mental health resources for children and adolescents in... More

Experts: Patience takes Practice

Though it’s hard to separate the virtues we possess, parenting experts agree that patience is one of the single most important attributes we can exhibit but is also the most difficult. No matter... More

Web safety lies in parents' hands

For the most part, the Internet is a rewarding place for both kids and teens, but the potential risks to their privacy and personal safety are real. Here are a list of resources parents can use to... More

Children’s reading ability closely linked to parents’ academic achievements

State says Syracuse contains high need areas; will provide aid Researchers measure literacy in four levels, ranging from below basic to proficient. According to the most recent studies available... More

Holidays offer families time to volunteer

Juleen and Art Delaney have been ringing the bell for the Salvation Army’s kettle campaign for the last five years. When their girls turned 3, they decided their family could handle standing by the... More

Two local agencies offer parenting classes

Child Care Solutions will offer a workshop titled Every Person Influences Children. The workshop will be held throughout October and November in a four-week series. Trained facilitators will provide... More

Editorial: Lead paint facts every parent should know

There have been a number of children’s toys recalled because the Consumer Product Safety Commission has found high levels of lead in these toys. From Spongebob Squarepants journals to Elmo toys... More

Breastfeeding expert: Women need more support

By Anne Andrianos Breastfeeding consultant Here’s a new twist! “Women don’t breastfeed, cultures do.” Women live in specific cultures and the feeding choice of the culture is usually the choice of... More

Partners for Arts Education receives $20,000

Assemblyman Bill Magnarelli recently announced a $20,000 for Partners for Arts Education. The funds will be used to support the Community, Culture, and Education initiative, which is developing a... More

Young performers present talent in city

The Armory Square Association of Syracuse will host its Candlelight Series in Armory Square, which features young musicians on Saturdays, July 7 through Aug. 18 on the corner of West Jefferson and... More

New fitness mats target sedentary lifestyle

Fun approach engages children in full-body workout at JCC By Elizabeth Zagata Joanne Landy attended a fitness conference in Philadelphia earlier this year where she stumbled upon an exciting... More

Corcoran dedicates reading grove to Grace

There once was a man named Ted. He was a teacher, a husband, and a father and, he loved to tell stories. He even told stories about telling stories. He told teachers how important it was to tell... More

Wellness Journies offers lifestyle tips

As the obesity epidemic in America continues to grow, weight-lose clinics have cropped up around the country to help people shed extra pounds and feel good again. Wellness Journies, located in East... More

Secrets of a professional organizer revealed

Geri Brown always starts her presentation titled “Less Clutter, More Time” with a black and white photo of her three young sons. She ends her presentation with a recent picture of her four... More

Child care financial aid: Help is available

In Onondaga County, the average cost of infant care in a child care center is $9,200 per year. Regulated home-based family child care, though less expensive, averages $5,600 for a pre-schooler. With... More