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1 BR Coop for Sale @ Station Square in Forest Hills Gardens!!!
Jun 17, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 74 74 recommendations | email to a friend
Privacy and convenience are featured in this lovely Forest Hills Gardens Coop for sale. Offered for sale by George & Abigail Herrera of the Queens Home Team @ Keller Williams Realty Landmark II. T...
11th Annual RELAY FOR LIFE of Middle Village
Jun 11, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 149 149 recommendations | email to a friend
The American Cancer Society's RELAY FOR LIFE is a unique celebration of life in honor and in memory of those whose lives have been touched by cancer.  Relay for Life involves teams of people who ta...
This Month in Queens Real Estate: June 2013
Jun 10, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 140 140 recommendations | email to a friend
June 2013 Queens Market Update The recovery of the Queens housing market now appears to be well under way. While demand is still high even with credit conditions constraining buyers...
Is your sexual harassment policy effective?
Jun 06, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 118 118 recommendations | email to a friend
In our politically correct and litigious world, employers need to establish strong and specific policies regarding sexual harassment.  Not only is this behavior against the law but if a sexual har...
NY Estate Probate Attorney talks about Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Jun 05, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 113 113 recommendations | email to a friend
If you are an executor of an estate or an administrator of a trust, you are considered a fiduciary.  In either position you are required by law to ethically fulfill your fiduciary duties which are...
Business Owners Beware - Part 2
Jun 03, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 122 122 recommendations | email to a friend
Are you protecting your business? A column by John Rafferty – WATCH GUARD 24/7 Employee testing & more… Each year millions of businesses fail; 50% of small businesses fail in the first year and 95...
Business Owners Beware
Jun 03, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 123 123 recommendations | email to a friend
Are you protecting your business? A column by John Rafferty – WATCH GUARD 24/7 It might be your employees... Each year millions of businesses fail; 50% of small businesses fail in the first year a...
NY Personal Injury Lawyers: The Importance of Treating Clients like Family
May 31, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 119 119 recommendations | email to a friend
Our Family Serving Yours for Over 60 Years When you suffer a serious injury, there is nothing more comforting than having caring family members at your side. Their support is part of the reco...
Brooklyn New York Divorce Attorney talks about NY Divorce Law Overhaul
May 31, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 116 116 recommendations | email to a friend
If you are looking for a shock and a laugh today, take a peek at . You’ll find a list of some of the silly, strange and/or outdated laws that are still technically in place in New York and New J...
Warning: Your social media policies may get you in trouble with the NLRB
May 31, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 121 121 recommendations | email to a friend
As social media becomes the norm in everyday life, federal regulators are getting touchy about employers creating policies that limit what employees can say online. In the past, employers ha...

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The food and the fun that define summer
(BPT) - When the weather warms, there are plenty of fun outdoor activities to enjoy, which means there’s also a bounty of summer fare to eat. From the traditional to the intriguing, you never know what interesting food choices you may find while out and about. What better way to kick off summer than with a few fun activ...
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Hitting the road or water? Tips to make outdoor time fun, memorable and safe
(BPT) - Americans are falling in love with Mother Nature all over again, which could be why ownership of boats and recreational vehicles is more popular than ever. If you own a boat or RV, do you use it frequently, or is it sitting in your driveway? It’s time to get the most out of it, and with a few simple ideas, you’l...
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How to be your kids' fitness mentor
(BPT) - “Do as I say, not as I do,” has never been an exemplary parenting style. As childhood obesity has more than doubled over the past 30 years, the need for an active lifestyle has never been greater. If parents make fitness a priority, chances are their kids will too. “If you’re a parent, whether you’re aware of i...
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Cycling into spring [Infographic]
Check your tire pressure and strap on your helmet! It’s time to get bikes out of storage and head out for a ride in the warm, fresh air – shaking off winter for good. Master Lock recently surveyed consumers to find out their safety and security habits – can you believe almost half of bike riders have either had their bike stolen or know someone who has? Check out the company’s survey results, safety information and fun facts below. Pedal on!
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Lou Gehrig's Disease stalks military veterans
(BPT) - Many U.S. military veterans like retired Air Force Technical Sergeant David Masters of Omaha, Neb. have bravely fought for their country only to return home to wage another battle against Lou Gehrig’s Disease. No one knows why, but veterans are twice as likely to develop this fatal disease, clinically known as a...
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Three ways to make your backyard safe for your kids and pets
(BPT) - The sun is shining, the air smells of freshly cut grass and the kids are out of school. Long, lazy summers are a staple of any childhood, and getting outside for exercise and fresh air is healthy for both children and pets alike. By taking some simple safety measures in your backyard, you can also enjoy a relaxi...
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Tips for parents to protect kids from cyber bullying
(BPT) - Bullying has been present in schools since society started educating children in groups. In the old days, the bully’s weapons of intimidation might have been simply stealing another child’s lunch money, or shoving a victim down on the playground. Modern bullying is a high-tech type of antagonism – one that can r...
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Prevention, detection tips for the most common type of cancer
(BPT) - One in five Americans will get skin cancer in their lifetime, according to research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Melanoma, the most lethal form of skin cancer, has steadily increased over the past three decades – to the rate of one American dying an hour from it, according to the...
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Four fun, easy ways to spend more time on the water this summer
(BPT) - Whether it’s the wind in your hair, the whine of a reel or the thrill of watersports, every summer the water invites us to jump in and have some fun. Many might be surprised to learn that boating is an accessible and active hobby close to home, making it easy to plan a day on the water. More than 60 percent of ...
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Bringing home baby: When to call the doctor
(BPT) - Most new parents are anxious when their infant has a fever, or is fussy, stuffy and simply not acting right. But how do you decide to call the pediatrician or to wait – especially in the middle of the night? “We understand the uncertainty that comes with bringing home a newborn, and it’s always better to be saf...
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What every parent needs to know about keeping kids safe around medicine
(BPT) - Every year more than 67,000 children are treated in an emergency room for accidental medicine poisoning. That’s one child every eight minutes. Even more surprising is that in 86 percent of serious cases seen in emergency rooms, the child got into medicine belonging to an adult. “Ask any parent, and they will te...
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Need some summer birthday party game ideas? Look no further
The beautiful days of summer are here again. The sun is out, the air is fresh, the grass is green and the opportunities are endless for fun-in-the-sun birthday parties. The three summer months – June to August – rank in the top five for most American births, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. So chances are good you’ll ...
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