Parenting

Less than two months ago construction started on a new playground at Swansea Memorial Park. Now we seem to be just days away from taking the kiddos to climb on it. Though folks driving by the Milford Road park may think things look ready to play, the town is urging eager climbers to be patient since construction is still underway and the park isn't quite ready yet...

If making sure your kids know how to swim is on your summer to-do list, the SouthCoast's biggest cities are here to help. Both Fall River and New Bedford are offering free swim lessons for kids this season and registration is underway now...

Fourth of July firework displays are a summer staple across America, but the sights and sounds that make most of us 'ooh' and 'aah' can make others run for cover. That's why Jamestown is bringing back its popular "quiet fireworks" option...

Parents have a fun way to keep their kids' summer reading on track thanks to Showcase Cinemas Bookworm Wednesdays. This popular summer event at all local Showcase Cinemas, including Warwick, North Attleboro and Seekonk, kicks off July 5 and runs through July 26 with morning showings of family-favorite movies each Wednesday of the month...

Baby name trends are changing all the time. Influenced by family, friends and pop culture, you never know what name will hit it big next. Unless you're the Social Security Administration (SSA). The SSA has released their official numbers for 2022 baby names and are letting everyone know what the most popular names were for the year...

It's hard to take everything you see on TikTok seriously, but one thrifty mom's video definitely caught my attention recently. It has to do with a Target clothing policy I never knew existed, but am totally going to take advantage of in the future. And it m...

With the help of BayCoast Bank, Lemonade Day returns to the SouthCoast on Saturday, June 24th to teach kids how to start, own, and operate their own businesses.

Jessica Steinkamp of Swansea had a great idea for a high school graduation present for her daughter, Rylee, but the signed Dr. Seuss book has gone missing.

If your idea of a perfect trip to the zoo is one where the kids are left at home, then mark June 14 on your calendar for a rare after hours, adults only event at Stone Zoo in Stoneham. Every summer Stone Zoo picks a Saturday night to reopen for adults and raise money for a good cause. Thi...

Need a last minute April vacation idea? Patriots Place at Gillette Stadium has new ones every day, with a week of free activities, dance parties and story times for the kids. It might be hard to pick just one day to make the trip to Gillette Stadium this week, because they've packed April vacation with hours of fun. Of cours...