The child safety bill sponsored by Representatives Schakowsky (D-IL) and King (R-NY) cleared the House Committee hurdle on Dec. 18. Parents, consumer and safety groups applauded the House Energy and Commerce Committee's unanimous vote in passing H.R. 1216. FULL STORY

North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center's Turnabout Family-Based Treatment program utilizes a foster parent model for meeting the needs of children with serious emotional and behavioral challenges. Turnabout children may be behind in school, slow to trust, aggressive or withdrawn. FULL STORY

The Manhasset Varsity Football Team, along with coaches, trainers, parents, supporters, and the "Mohawk Nation" waterboys celebrated a great 2007 season at the annual awards dinner. The team was Conference "Big Four" Champions, and made it to the Section VIII Semi-finals played at Hofstra. FULL STORY

St. Mary's High School has appointed Billy Harkins as boys' varsity basketball coach, with Chris Kelly and Barry Millhaven appointed as assistant coaches. FULL STORY