Nichol Spencer was arrested after police found her 5-year-old biking by himself almost a mile away from his Flatbush home, said police.
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
The mortality rate for East Flatbush babies is the highest in New York City, Health Department data show.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
The Lieutenant Federico Narvaez Tot Lot will get new playground equipment, benches and plants, city records show.
A Brooklyn developer has filed permits to build a five-story school on Nostrand Avenue and Avenue D, Department of Buildings records show.
Officials held a ribbon-cutton at fields 6 and 7 on Friday afternoon in the park.
It's a big weekend for the Bookmobile.
Karl Towndrow of Brooklyn Heights was three months old.
Free Safe Places to Play for Brooklyn Children
Kiddie Science invites you to the Bubble Science Party & Fundraiser on Saturday, June 13th!
Kiddie Science is a Brooklyn-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization aimed at presenting science to young children.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
America Red Cross is helping to find information on missing loved ones.
Jobs rang from behind the counter to behind the scenes.
The place you call home—and the latest news and happenings you need to know—now in the palm of your hand.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
Vigils to dot the shoreline of Brooklyn on Sandy anniversary.
Michael was the top boys’ name in the Empire State in 2012.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
The Rose Brucia Educational Foundation offers a free program designed to keep elementary-aged children safe.
Free workshops, volunteer opportunities and more from CAUSE-NY.
Read the most read articles from all around Brooklyn this week.
Look forward to open mic night, Tai Chi classes and the Kings County Fair this week in Brooklyn.
What you need to know, pre-coffee.
The CAMBA food pantry feeds more than 52,000 Brooklyn men, women and children.
If you have something you'd like to share, we want to read about it here!