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Tips for Cooking the Bird on Thanksgiving

November 22, 2012|George Bodarky

Six Turkey Tips from the Westchester Health Department.

Thanksgiving is here and the Westchester County Health Department is...

Issues Tank: Bronx Organization Strives to Promote Safe Swimming

October 12, 2012|Connor Ryan

As the cool weather approaches, some kids are moving inside to prepare for next summer.

As the landscape of summer swiftly...

New York Senator Gillibrand Announces Farming Program in Yonkers

October 08, 2012|Katie Fisher

The program will teach students about the agriculture business

A new community food program in Yonkers is teaching young...

Issues Tank: From Late Summer Nights to Early School Mornings

September 04, 2012|Connor Ryan

Should high schools delay first period? One school in New York is exploring the possible benefits.

It can be difficult for...

Issues Tank: Disparity Among Neighborhoods Seen in Asthma Report

July 18, 2012|Connor Ryan

Children in poorest households nearly twice as likely to ever be diagnosed with asthma, according to report.

New York City's...

NYS Senator Moves to Ban Unregulated Designer Drugs

April 24, 2012|Angelina Chavez

Senator seeks to halt sale of drugs online.

Everything can be bought on the internet. Some things are legal, some not so much...

Death and Taxes, Literally

April 16, 2012|Ashwin Bhandari

Researcher says Tax Day may increase the rate of fatal crashes.

April 17th is Tax Day and one medical researcher says...

NY Lawmakers Call for Better Evacuation Plan at Indian Point

April 03, 2012|Marisa Galdi

NY lawmakers demand a more comprehensive evacuation plan.

As Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant seeks a 20-year license renewal...

New York Pharmacies Face New Regulations

April 02, 2012|Will Germain

NY passes legislation requiring pharmacies to provide more services to non-English speakers and elderly

Included in the...

Clean Energy to Power Randall's Island

March 27, 2012|Lucas Bifera

Hybrid project will use solar, wind, tidal.

Randall's Island will soon be home to a project showcasing clean energy...