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Seaside Heights-Seaside Park, NJ
News
JCP&L To Spend $12.5M On Underwater Power Line Upgrade For NJ Barrier Islands JCP&L To Spend $12.5M On Underwater Power Line Upgrade For NJ Barrier Islands
JCP&L To Spend $12.5M On Underwater Power Line Upgrade For NJ Barrier Islands Jersey Central Power & Light will replace a high-voltage underwater power line in Barnegat Bay to improve reliability for more than 13,000 customers on New Jersey’s barrier islands, officials said. JCP&L will invest $12.5 million to replace an aging underwater power line beneath Barnegat Bay, FirstEnergy Corporation said in a news release on Friday, Nov. 22. The project was expected to be finished by mid-December. The 34.5-kilovolt line will be one of four high-voltage sources serving barrier island communities like Point Pleasant Beach, Lavallette, Seaside Heights, and Island Beach…

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by Chris Spiker
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
Poll: Where Is The Best Ice Cream In Nassau County? Vote Now Poll: Where Is The Best Ice Cream In Nassau County? Vote Now
Poll: Where Is The Best Ice Cream In Nassau County? Vote Now Here’s the scoop on where to find the best ice cream this summer. Daily Voice asked readers for their favorite ice cream spots in Nassau County. The most popular responses are listed in the poll above. Vote on your favorite now! Voting ends Sunday, July 21, at 11 p.m. Winner gets bragging rights. In the meantime, try not to get brain freeze with these fun ice cream facts, courtesy of Ben & Jerry's: Ice cream cones were invented at the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis, Missouri, by concessions vendors as a way for people to eat ice cream easily while they enjoyed the fair. New Zealand c…

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by Michael Mashburn
Mahopac, NY
News
COVID-19: NY Hospitalizations Well Above Same Period Last Year Amid Increase In Virus Activity COVID-19: NY Hospitalizations Well Above Same Period Last Year Amid Increase In Virus Activity
Covid-19: NY Hospitalizations Well Above Same Period Last Year Amid Increase In Virus Activity As new highly contagious COVID-19 variants emerge, authorities are reporting that statewide hospitalizations in New York have significantly increased compared to the same period last summer. With social gatherings increasing during the summer months and high temperatures forcing people indoors, New York Gov. Kathy Hocul stated on Saturday, July 6, that New Yorkers should get tested if they have symptoms.  In addition, they should also follow the usual precautions, including current CDC guidance, stay current with COVID vaccines, and seek appropriate treatments if necessary. “While we …

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by Joe Lombardi
Norwalk, CT
Lifestyle
First Day Of Summer 'Freebies' To Cool You Off From Soaring Temps First Day Of Summer 'Freebies' To Cool You Off From Soaring Temps
First Day Of Summer 'Freebies' To Cool You Off From Soaring Temps As temperatures soar across Connecticut on the first day of Summer, smart business owners across the state are offering free items to cool off, including bottled water and vanilla milkshakes. According to the National Weather Service, the heat index is expected to reach 101 degrees on Thursday, June 20, in Hartford County, while other areas of the state will bake with temperatures in the upper 90s to nearly 100 degrees. To help cool off and stave off heat stroke, cities and towns have opened cooling centers, including in Fairfield County in Bridgeport.  Meanwhile, savvy business owner…

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by Kathy Reakes
North Hunterdon, NJ
Weather
Here's Timing On Thunderstorms With 60 MPH Winds, Large Hail Threatening NJ, PA Here's Timing On Thunderstorms With 60 MPH Winds, Large Hail Threatening NJ, PA
Here's Timing On Thunderstorms With 60 MPH Winds, Large Hail Threatening NJ, PA A pleasant summer day Thursday, June 13 could be followed by a stormy one on Friday, June 14, forecasters said. Showers and thunderstorms with drenching downpours, large hail, and gusty winds are threatening North Jersey and the Lehigh Valley Friday afternoon and early evening, according to the National Weather Service. After a warm and sunny Thursday, we could be looking at a rather stormy Friday. Showers and thunderstorms are expected... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Thursday, June 13, 2024 Damaging wind gusts and large hail are the main threat…

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by Cecilia Levine
Arlington, VA
Weather
Hottest Temps Yet? Heat Wave Ahead For Northeast Hottest Temps Yet? Heat Wave Ahead For Northeast
Hottest Temps Yet? Heat Wave Ahead For Northeast If you live in the Northeast and experiencing a heat wave was on your summer bucket list, there could still be time to check that off. According to the National Weather Service, a heat wave is a period of abnormally hot weather that typically lasts more than two days. In the Northeast, a heatwave is three or more days of 90-degree weather. The only time the Northeast came close to that was once in late-July but not at all in June or August, records show.  New Jersey, Pennsylvania and parts of the mid-Atlantic will likely get to experience heat wave next week, though,&nb…

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by Cecilia Levine
White Plains, NY
Weather
Super Scorcher Will Be Followed By New Round Of Severe Storms, Change In Weather Pattern Super Scorcher Will Be Followed By New Round Of Severe Storms, Change In Weather Pattern
Super Scorcher Will Be Followed By New Round Of Severe Storms, Change In Weather Pattern The hottest days of the summer will linger into the first half of the weekend before an approaching cold front ignites a new round of severe storms that will lead to a big change in the weather pattern. Friday, July 28 is likely to be the warmest day of the week -- and perhaps of the year -- with the high temperature in the mid-90s, and a heat index (the combination of the temperature and humidity) around 100 degrees or more, according to the National Weather Service. In some parts of the Northeast, the heat index could hit as high as 110 degrees. (Click on the first image ab…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
First Day Of Summer Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast First Day Of Summer Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast
First Day Of Summer Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast The start of summer is now just a couple of days away, and it will be followed by a change in the weather pattern. Skies could be hazy at times during the week due to ongoing smoke from Canadian wildfires, especially in areas farther north and west. (See the image above from AccuWeather.com.) Monday, June 19 will bring a mix of sun and clouds and a high temperature generally in the upper 70s, according to the National Weather Service. Tuesday, June 20 will be partly sunny with a high temperature in the mid-70s.  Areas farther north and inland could see an isolated shower or stor…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Here's Brand-New Father's Day Forecast, Outlook Leading Into First Day Of Summer Here's Brand-New Father's Day Forecast, Outlook Leading Into First Day Of Summer
Here's Brand-New Father's Day Forecast, Outlook Leading Into First Day Of Summer Have outdoor plans for Father's Day on Sunday, June 18? There's some good news. It's now looking better than earlier forecasts indicated. It will be dry throughout the day and good to go for those plans, with partly to mostly sunny skies and a high temperature in the mid to upper 70s, according to the National Weather Service.  But there's still a slight chance of isolated showers in spots, mainly late in the afternoon. Skies could be hazy at times during the week due to ongoing smoke from Canadian wildfires, especially in areas farther north and west. (See the image above from …

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by Joe Lombardi
Arlington, VA
Business
Best Ice Cream Shops In Northern VA Best Ice Cream Shops In Northern VA
Best Ice Cream Shops In Northern VA The weather's warm and summer is just around the corner. Whether you want some hard ice cream, something with a twist or good ol' fashion soft serve, shops across northern Virginia are scooping something for everyone. Here's a list of the most popular ice cream shops across the area. Carl's Frozen Custard, Fredericksburg View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carl’s Frozen Custard (@carlsfrozencustard) Cookies & Cream, Haymarket Frostie Moose Soft Ice Cream Store, Woodbridge Mimi's Handmade, Arlington Moo Thru, Remington Nath…

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by Cecilia Levine
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Lifestyle
Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots
Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots It's that time of the yea: Time to buy beach badges or plan where you'll spend your free time this summer. The 130 miles of Jersey Shore offers about 50 public beaches to choose from. Daily, weekly and seasonal beach badge and tag prices have been set for the 2023 season. The highest seasonal fee at $150 is in Deal. Several townships offer discounts if you buy seasonal tags by late May or early June. Beaches often allow free or reduced fees to children, senior citizens, veterans and active military members. At least seven locations offer free admission but they typically charge for daily…

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by Jon Craig
Westport, CT
News
Westport Road Paving Gets Underway To Fix Those Potholes, Here's Where Westport Road Paving Gets Underway To Fix Those Potholes, Here's Where
Westport Road Paving Gets Underway To Fix Those Potholes, Here's Where It's summer and that means it's time to go to the beach and not as fun, pave the roads to get rid of those pesky potholes. The Westport Public Works Department said on Thursday, May 11 that paving will get underway on Monday, May 15, and continue through mid-June. Town roadways slated for paving are: Oak Street Rodgers Way Reimer Road Sprucewood Lane High Point Road Adams Farm Road Greystone Farm Lane Wedge Wood Road Peaceful Lane Chapel Hill Road Pritchard Lane Increase Lane Harding Lane Sunrise Road Is your roadway not on the list? For questions, call the Public Works Office at 203-341-…

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by Kathy Reakes
White Plains, NY
Weather
Rare Summer Nor'easter Could Be Headed To Region, Forecasters Say Rare Summer Nor'easter Could Be Headed To Region, Forecasters Say
Rare Summer Nor'easter Could Be Headed To Region, Forecasters Say New update: Projected Track Develops For Potential Rare Summer Nor'easter A pleasant, dry weekend marked by refreshing air with low humidity will be followed by the chance for a rare summer Nor'easter, according to forecasters. Sunday, Aug. 14 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the low 80s and calm winds. Clouds will thicken a bit on Monday, Aug. 15, which will be partly sunny, with a high temperature near 80 degrees, and a chance of showers in the afternoon and evening. A storm developing across the mid-Atlantic on Monday will threaten this region on both Tuesday, A…

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains, NY
Weather
Not Over Yet: New Round Of Storms On Track For Region Amid Soaring Temps Not Over Yet: New Round Of Storms On Track For Region Amid Soaring Temps
Not Over Yet: New Round Of Storms On Track For Region Amid Soaring Temps The arrival of dramatically warmer air will result in the first heat wave of the summer in much of the region, and amid the rise in temperatures will be the potential for a brand-new round of severe thunderstorms later in the week. The time frame for the latest storm is on Thursday, July 21 from the mid-afternoon to the early evening, according to the National Weather Service. (See the image above.) A potent system that brought multiple rounds of storms on Monday, July 18 resulted in flooding and power outages in many areas. Tuesday, July 19 will be sunny and warm with a high tem…

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by Joe Lombardi
Mahopac, NY
News
Upcoming Hudson Valley Blood Drive Announced Amid 'Severe' Summer Shortage Upcoming Hudson Valley Blood Drive Announced Amid 'Severe' Summer Shortage
Upcoming Hudson Valley Blood Drive Announced Amid 'Severe' Summer Shortage The New York Blood Center is urging local residents to attend an upcoming blood drive amid a "severe" summer shortage.  The organization announced plans for a blood drive on Friday, July 29, in Putnam County at 112 Old Route 6 in Carmel. The blood drive is set to take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lisa Starzyk, an account manager at NYBC, said there are a number of reasons for the current shortage, including the continued impact of the pandemic on blood drives and donations. "Our attendance at blood drives is just not back to pre-pandemic levels," she said. Other reasons for the…

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by Nicole Valinote
White Plains, NY
Weather
Start Of Summer Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern Start Of Summer Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern
Start Of Summer Will Bring Change In Weather Pattern Change is in the air as summer officially starts. The most notable change in the weather pattern will be the increase in moisture, according to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Dan Pydynowski. The mainly dry stretch will be followed by scattered showers on the first day of summer on Tuesday, June 21, which will also usher in the start of more humid air through the end of the week. Tuesday will be a partly sunny day with a high temperature in the low 70s, and the chance for showers starting in the mid-afternoon, and continuing through Tuesday evening. Areas most likely to see showers are s…

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains, NY
Weather
Stretch Of Below-Average Temps Will Be Followed By Storm Chance As Summer Officially Starts Stretch Of Below-Average Temps Will Be Followed By Storm Chance As Summer Officially Starts
Stretch Of Below-Average Temps Will Be Followed By Storm Chance As Summer Officially Starts A stretch of unseasonable, below-average temperatures will last through the long weekend before  a change in the weather pattern arrives just as summer officially starts. For Juneteenth/Father's Day on Sunday, June 19, it will be a bit milder than it was on Saturday, June 18, but temperatures will still be below normal by around 10 degrees, with a high temperature in the 60s, according to the National Weather Service.  It will be windy again with the strongest winds during the early to mid afternoon. Expect mostly sunny conditions, except across the far eastern sections of t…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Blast Of Summer-Like Heat Will Be Followed By New Round Of Storms, Shift In Temperatures Blast Of Summer-Like Heat Will Be Followed By New Round Of Storms, Shift In Temperatures
Blast Of Summer-Like Heat Will Be Followed By New Round Of Storms, Shift In Temperatures A brief, summer-like surge of warm air will be followed by a new round of showers and thunderstorms that will lead to another shift in temperatures. Parts of the region could see record temperatures for this time of year on Tuesday, May 31, with the high expected to hit the 90-degree mark in most areas, according to the National Weather Service. With the humidity factored in, the heat index will be around 100 degrees in much of the region. It won't take long for things to cool down, with the overnight low falling into the mid 50s. An unsettled stretch starts on Wednesday, June 1…

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by Joe Lombardi
Briarcliff, NY
Lifestyle
Summer Camp Safety Tips From Phelps Summer Camp Safety Tips From Phelps
Summer Camp Safety Tips From Phelps Summer is here! It is a time for playing outside, riding bikes, swimming in the pool, and building sandcastles at the beach. As COVID-19 cases continue to decline and restrictions are being lifted, many children are excited to return to summer camps this year. Recent AAP guidance supports children participating in these summer activities as they provide multiple benefits to children. Studies have shown that camps with proper safety measures in place have been successful at limiting COVID-19 spread, so it is important for parents, children, and caregivers to follow the recommended guidelines…

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Content Partner: Phelps Hospital
White Plains, NY
Weather
Topsy-Turvy Weather Pattern Will Take Another Turn Starting This Weekend Topsy-Turvy Weather Pattern Will Take Another Turn Starting This Weekend
Topsy-Turvy Weather Pattern Will Take Another Turn Starting This Weekend A Memorial Day weekend that was more like March than May was followed by a summerlike stretch with high temperatures hitting the 90s. The topsy-turvy weather pattern will take another turn with a return to cooler temperatures starting this weekend and continuing into next weekend, according to AccuWeather. (See the first image above.) Saturday, June 12 will be cloudy with a high temperature in the upper 60s. Showers are possible at times, mainly in the morning. For areas most likely to see showers, click on the second image above. Skies will gradually begin clearing overnight with mostly s…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lakewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Best Places To Grab Drinks Outside On Jersey Shore Best Places To Grab Drinks Outside On Jersey Shore
Best Places To Grab Drinks Outside On Jersey Shore Your social calendar is looking a little bit fuller and the weather is finally clearing up. What better way to enjoy a cocktail or a beer than in the great outdoors? Well, there will probably be some big-screen TVs and loud music but -- you know what we mean. Here are some of the best spots to crack open a cold one on a warm summer night Down the Shore. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers. Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten, Asbury Park: 527 Lake Ave. Leggetts Sand Bar,…

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by Cecilia Levine
West Chester, PA
Lifestyle
Here's The Scoop: Best Ice Cream Spots In Greater Philly Here's The Scoop: Best Ice Cream Spots In Greater Philly
Here's The Scoop: Best Ice Cream Spots In Greater Philly This week's gonna be a hot one. What better way to keep cool than with ice cream? Here are some of the most popular ice cream spots in the Greater Philadelphia area. The sampling of spots below were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers. Buster's Real Ice Cream, 3630 Concord Road, Aston View this post on Instagram A post shared by queen of ice cream (@queenoficecream_) Chester Springs Creamery, 521 E Uwchlan Ave., Chester Springs Cocco's Gelateria, 550 Oak A…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hartford, CT
Weather
Real 'Unofficial Start Of Summer': Here's How Much Warmer It Is Than Over Memorial Day Weekend Real 'Unofficial Start Of Summer': Here's How Much Warmer It Is Than Over Memorial Day Weekend
Real 'Unofficial Start Of Summer': Here's How Much Warmer It Is Than Over Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day weekend is known as the unofficial start of summer. But that couldn't have been further from the case this year with high temperatures averaging about 20 degrees below normal last weekend. Now, on the first weekend of June, parts of the region, especially farther inland, are on the brink of the first heatwave of 2021. (See the first image above.) A heatwave is defined as three or more straight days with a high temperature of 90 degrees or more. Some spots could see record warmth for this time of year on Sunday, June 6, which will be sunny, with a high temperature in the upper …

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by Joe Lombardi
Kingston, NY
Lifestyle
Summer Skin Safety Summer Skin Safety
Summer Skin Safety Summer is here! As we start to spend more time out in the sun, it’s important to remember to keep these skin safety tips in mind. Care for Your Skin Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: Take extra precaution between 10am and 4pm, when the sun is at its strongest Apply sunscreen liberally and evenly over all exposed areas of your body Look for sunscreens that provide an SPF of at least 15 For children, look for an SPF of 30 or higher Wear wide-brimmed hats an…

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Content Partner: Sun River Health
Poughkeepsie, NY
Lifestyle
Summer Skin Safety Summer Skin Safety
Summer Skin Safety Summer is here! As we start to spend more time out in the sun, it’s important to remember to keep these skin safety tips in mind. Care for Your Skin Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: Take extra precaution between 10am and 4pm, when the sun is at its strongest Apply sunscreen liberally and evenly over all exposed areas of your body Look for sunscreens that provide an SPF of at least 15 For children, look for an SPF of 30 or higher Wear wide-brimmed hats an…

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Content Partner: Sun River Health
Hartford, CT
Weather
After The Storm: Here's Latest Memorial Day, Five-Day Forecast After The Storm: Here's Latest Memorial Day, Five-Day Forecast
After The Storm: Here's Latest Memorial Day, Five-Day Forecast A days-long stationary front that led to numerous rounds of rain and temperatures 20 degrees or more below normal the last few days has finally moved off the coast. The result will be a decent day on Monday, May 31, salvaging a big part of Memorial Day Weekend - Memorial Day itself. Skies remain cloudy to start the day Monday, but peeks of sunshine will break through Memorial Day afternoon, with more seasonable temperatures, as the high temperature reaches the mid 60s. It will be partly cloudy Monday evening and through the overnight hours, with a low temperature around  50 degre…

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by Joe Lombardi
Briarcliff, NY
Lifestyle
Major Chlorine Shortage Could Cause Pool Closures Major Chlorine Shortage Could Cause Pool Closures
Major Chlorine Shortage Could Cause Pool Closures A national chlorine shortage could lead to headaches for pool owners and Americans ready to get out of the house and head to area pools and parks following the yearlong COVID-19 pandemic. What was expected to be a busy summer for pool owners and goers has turned cloudy - similar to the pool water - due to the shortage, which is delaying their ability to get things set up for the summer. Chlorine is used to prevent and kill algae in pools, while also protecting swimmers from waterborne illnesses. In response to the shortage, some pool professionals have been stockpiling chlorine tablets beh…

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by Zak Failla
White Plains, NY
Weather
New Summer 2021 Forecast Reveals When To Expect Frequent Storms, Hottest Stretch New Summer 2021 Forecast Reveals When To Expect Frequent Storms, Hottest Stretch
New Summer 2021 Forecast Reveals When To Expect Frequent Storms, Hottest Stretch Most associate summer with sun and fun. But it's also a season marked by severe weather, including storms, wildfires, extreme heat, and droughts. The first part of the summer will feature frequent thunderstorms across the Northeast, according to AccuWeather. Those storms in June and July will help ward off long-duration heat waves. (See first and second images above.) The hottest conditions of the summer will come in August, according to AccuWeather's lead long-range forecaster Paul Pastelok. “We could have a dry spell later in the summer that could spark some intense heat for a time,” P…

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by Joe Lombardi
Mount Pleasant, NY
Obituaries
Ex-Marine From Northern Westchester Dies At Age 28 Ex-Marine From Northern Westchester Dies At Age 28
Ex-Marine From Northern Westchester Dies At Age 28 A former Marine from Northern Westchester died on Monday, March 22 at age 28. Kittiphon "Kit" Ponchareon was a graduate of Ossining High School who served in the Marine Corps for four years.  He began his training in Yuma, Arizona, and was then deployed to multiple locations in the Middle East.  His roles in the Marines included Fiscal Specialist, Security Forces and Supply Administrator, Operations Specialist, and Transit Coordinator.  He was born in Thailand on June 20, 1992. He moved to America in 2000 and attended his first American school in Connecticut, Parkway Elemen…

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by Daily Voice
Briarcliff, NY
Lifestyle
Here’s How To Get Your Kids Away From Screens And Playing Outside Here’s How To Get Your Kids Away From Screens And Playing Outside
Here’s How To Get Your Kids Away From Screens And Playing Outside Dear Doctor: Like many families, we are coming off a few months with the kids cooped up inside. Summer is officially in full swing, but camp and other summer sports are either canceled or curtailed, and I’m becoming concerned with keeping my kids physically active. What strategies can I use to get them off their screens and outside without turning into a 24/7 nag? Signed, “Housebound But Hopeful” Dear Housebound: While the shuttering of summer activities might seem like the end of the world both for you and your kids, there are plenty of ways you can recreate the outdoor experience so th…

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Content Partner: Phelps Hospital
Massapequa, NY
Weather
Scattered Thunderstorms, High Humidity Will Mark Arrival Of Summer, Father's Day Scattered Thunderstorms, High Humidity Will Mark Arrival Of Summer, Father's Day
Scattered Thunderstorms, High Humidity Will Mark Arrival Of Summer, Father's Day It's the first weekend of summer and it's going to feel like it. Warm temperatures, high humidity and scattered, pop-up thunderstorms -- all summer staples -- will mark the weather pattern for the days to come. The June solstice, marking the start of summer,  is Saturday, June 20, at 5:44 p.m. Saturday will be partly sunny, hazy, hot and humid with a high temperature in the low to mid 80s.  There will be a chance for passing showers and thunderstorms starting late in the afternoon. The chance increases in the evening and will continue until around 9 p.m. Saturday. It will be mo…

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by Joe Lombardi