Nothing shakes a family tree to its roots more profoundly than the changing needs of an elderly family member. Sometimes there is a dramatic change in needs due to a medical condition that becomes acute, but oftentimes there is a gradual, subtle change in the ability to care for oneself that may pose safety and health concerns. When family members acknowledge that some change in living circumstances is required, they are thrown into crisis. Where do they begin? What should they do first? FULL STORY

Although this exceptionally hot, dry summer has not produced a crisis in Great Neck, Robert Graziano, superintendent of the Water Authority of Great Neck North advises residents the regional drought in New York has certainly had an impact and that water conservation is still key. FULL STORY

The Ehren family look like they're fresh out of a fashion magazine ad. "More important than that, is their hearts are in the right place," said Roberta Seid, tournament director. "We all have priorities, and the way Todd described the Great Neck UCF Tennis Tournament, we know UCF is right up there!" FULL STORY