Back-to-School: Lunch ideas
Posted: Updated:It's time to pack healthy school lunches!
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano got some help from Woodmere nutritionist Bonnie Taub-Dix on what to pack.
Bonnie says that when making lunch we need to have a powerful combo - protein, whole grain carbs and some sort of healthy fats.
Back to School | Poll: Back-to-school lunch | More tips on healthy lunches
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Tasty Tuesday Photos
Tasty Tuesday Photos
Fried halloumi cheese from Petra Grill.
Check out some photos of food and restaurants from our Tasty Tuesday series!
Check out some photos of food and restaurants from our Tasty Tuesday series!
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Back to School
Back to School
News 12 has all you need to know about Back to School.
LI Summer
LI Summer
Sit back, relax and enjoy the summer. Whether it be a lazy day at the beach or a fun, free music concert at night. Long Island is filled with things to do this summer.
Photos: #LISummerShots
Photos: #LISummerShots
Having fun in the sun? News 12 wants to see your photos! Click here to submit them. Or use the hashtags #LISummerShots or #LISummer on Twitter and Instagram.
Things To Do
Things To Do
Looking for something fun to do? Check our our guide of things to do in the tri-state area.
Daily Polls
Daily Polls
Have some fun and take some of our daily polls!
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Tasty Tuesday Photos
Tasty Tuesday Photos
Fried halloumi cheese from Petra Grill.
Check out some photos of food and restaurants from our Tasty Tuesday series!
Check out some photos of food and restaurants from our Tasty Tuesday series!
Tasty Tuesday: Spruce up your table with elegant fall dishes
Tasty Tuesday: Spruce up your table with elegant fall dishes
Andrea Correale, of Elegant Affairs, visited News 12 Long Island with some great ideas for all your fall festivities.
Andrea Correale, of Elegant Affairs, visited News 12 Long Island with some great ideas for all your fall festivities.
Andrea Correale, of Elegant Affairs, visited News 12 Long Island with some great ideas for all your fall festivities.
Tasty Tuesday: No-bake pies with leftover Halloween candy
Tasty Tuesday: No-bake pies with leftover Halloween candy
Don Donneruno, from the Cake Don, showed News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen and Elisa DiStefano how to make no-bake pies with leftover Halloween candy.
Don Donneruno, from the Cake Don, showed News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen and Elisa DiStefano how to make no-bake pies with leftover Halloween candy.
Don Donneruno, from the Cake Don, showed News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen and Elisa DiStefano how to make no-bake pies with leftover Halloween candy.
Tasty Tuesday: Halloween-themed cupcakes
Tasty Tuesday: Halloween-themed cupcakes
News 12 is making your Halloween even sweeter with expert help from Christina Bisbee, from the Food Network's "Halloween Cake-Off," and the Chocolate Duck in Farmingdale.
News 12 is making your Halloween even sweeter with expert help from Christina Bisbee, from the Food Network's "Halloween Cake-Off," and the Chocolate Duck in Farmingdale.
News 12 is making your Halloween even sweeter with expert help from Christina Bisbee, from the Food Network's "Halloween Cake-Off," and the Chocolate Duck in Farmingdale.
Tasty Tuesday: Halloween candy calories
Tasty Tuesday: Halloween candy calories
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen has a list of the candy with the lowest calories, so you have a guilt-free snack.
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen has a list of the candy with the lowest calories, so you have a guilt-free snack.
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen has a list of the candy with the lowest calories, so you have a guilt-free snack.
Tasty Tuesday: Breakfast restaurants on LI
Tasty Tuesday: Breakfast restaurants on LI
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen and Newsday's Corin Hirsch take a look at at the list of new breakfast restaurants on Long Island.
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen and Newsday's Corin Hirsch take a look at at the list of new breakfast restaurants on Long Island.
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen and Newsday's Corin Hirsch take a look at at the list of new breakfast restaurants on Long Island.
Tasty Tuesday: Famous Toastery in Commack
Tasty Tuesday: Famous Toastery in Commack
Famous Toastery serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch all day, every day!
Famous Toastery serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch all day, every day!
Famous Toastery serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch all day, every day!
Tasty Tuesday: Bowery Bar & Fare in Rockville Centre
Tasty Tuesday: Bowery Bar & Fare in Rockville Centre
Bowery Bar & Fare is the newest bar and restaurant in Rockville Centre.
Bowery Bar & Fare is the newest bar and restaurant in Rockville Centre.
Bowery Bar & Fare is the newest bar and restaurant in Rockville Centre.
Tasty Tuesday: Kingfish Oyster Bar in Westbury
Tasty Tuesday: Kingfish Oyster Bar in Westbury
Kingfish Oyster Bar focuses on local fish and products.
Kingfish Oyster Bar focuses on local fish and products.
Kingfish Oyster Bar focuses on local fish and products.
Tasty Tuesday: Hatch in Huntington
Tasty Tuesday: Hatch in Huntington
Hatch is a breakfast-focused restaurant in Huntington.
Hatch is a breakfast-focused restaurant in Huntington.
Hatch is a breakfast-focused restaurant in Huntington.
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Police: Serial burglar arrested after 2-month long spree
Police: Serial burglar arrested after 2-month long spree
An alleged serial robber has been arrested in Nassau County.
An alleged serial robber has been arrested in Nassau County.
An alleged serial robber has been arrested in Nassau County.
700 volunteers ‘freezin’ for a reason’ at Brookhaven Polar Plunge
700 volunteers ‘freezin’ for a reason’ at Brookhaven Polar Plunge
700 volunteers ‘freezin’ for a reason’ at Brookhaven Polar Plunge
Hundreds of swimmers took a daring dip Saturday for a good cause.
Hundreds of swimmers took a daring dip Saturday for a good cause.
Killer wildfire, bar shooting draw Trump to California
Killer wildfire, bar shooting draw Trump to California
Killer wildfire, bar shooting draw Trump to California
The killer wildfire in Northern California and the recent country music bar shooting hundreds of miles south drew President Donald Trump to the state on Saturday to tour the scorched areas, talk with state leaders and first responders and visit with gunfire victims and their families.
The killer wildfire in Northern California and the recent country music bar shooting hundreds of miles south drew President Donald Trump to the state on Saturday to tour the scorched areas, talk with state leaders and first responders and visit with gunfire victims and their families.
Business Briefs: Black Friday, Blue jeans, Hovercrafts
Business Briefs: Black Friday, Blue jeans, Hovercrafts
Business Briefs 11/17
Levi’s is running a multi-billion dollar blue jean business. Police in Dubai are taking to the sky aboard hovercrafts. Former NASA astronaut Scott Kelly is sharing photos from his travels in a new book titled, “Infinite Wonder.”
Levi’s is running a multi-billion dollar blue jean business. Police in Dubai are taking to the sky aboard hovercrafts. Former NASA astronaut Scott Kelly is sharing photos from his travels in a new book titled, “Infinite Wonder.”
Homeless man gets 17 years for setting man on fire
Homeless man gets 17 years for setting man on fire
A homeless man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for setting another man on fire.
A homeless man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for setting another man on fire.
A homeless man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for setting another man on fire.
Police: 81-year-old pedestrian fatally struck by dump truck
Police: 81-year-old pedestrian fatally struck by dump truck
An 81-year-old woman was hit and killed by a dump truck in Bay Shore.
An 81-year-old woman was hit and killed by a dump truck in Bay Shore.
An 81-year-old woman was hit and killed by a dump truck in Bay Shore.
Police: Man seriously hurt after being hit by car in East Patchogue
Police: Man seriously hurt after being hit by car in East Patchogue
A pedestrian is seriously hurt after being struck by a car in East Patchogue.
A pedestrian is seriously hurt after being struck by a car in East Patchogue.
A pedestrian is seriously hurt after being struck by a car in East Patchogue.
Spokesman for Nassau executive: Mother Nature 'threw us a curveball'
Spokesman for Nassau executive: Mother Nature 'threw us a curveball'
Long Island officials are defending themselves after Thursday surprise snowstorm caused a long commute.
Long Island officials are defending themselves after Thursday's surprise snowstorm caused a long commute.
Long Island officials are defending themselves after Thursday's surprise snowstorm caused a long commute.
Weekend Workout: Squat and pull-up with a TRX
Weekend Workout: Squat and pull-up with a TRX
Don’t get too lazy this fall! The cooler months are a perfect time to stay in shape. Try some of these awesome workouts to keep that beach body all year long.
This week's workout comes from trainer Wayne Ruben at the YMCA. A squat and full body pull-up with a TRX is a great way to build muscle and strengthen your core.
This week's workout comes from trainer Wayne Ruben at the YMCA. A squat and full body pull-up with a TRX is a great way to build muscle and strengthen your core.
Poll: National Take a Hike Day
Poll: National Take a Hike Day
Today is National Take a Hike Day. Are you going to spend time outdoors?
Today is National Take a Hike Day. Are you going to spend time outdoors?
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Thanksgiving Day 2018 Shopping Guide
Thanksgiving Day 2018 Shopping Guide
If you are looking to start your holiday shopping before the turkey is out of the oven, here are stores that will be opened for Thanksgiving.
If you are looking to start your holiday shopping before the turkey is out of the oven, here are stores that will be opened for Thanksgiving.
Black Friday 2018 Deals
Black Friday 2018 Deals
Shoppers can start their holiday shopping on Black Friday at these retailers.
Shoppers can start their holiday shopping on Black Friday at these retailers.
Small Business Saturday 2018 Shopping Guide
Small Business Saturday 2018 Shopping Guide
Shops get ready for Small Business Saturday.
Just a day after Black Friday with big-name retailers offering discounts, local businesses celebrate Small Business Saturday. Local businesses drive the economy, provide thousands of jobs and are the backbone of your neighborhood. Here is a list of some shopping events in the tri-state area on Saturday, Nov. 24 to highlight local shops on Small Business Saturday.
Just a day after Black Friday with big-name retailers offering discounts, local businesses celebrate Small Business Saturday. Local businesses drive the economy, provide thousands of jobs and are the backbone of your neighborhood. Here is a list of some shopping events in the tri-state area on Saturday, Nov. 24 to highlight local shops on Small Business Saturday.
"Magic of Lights" set to sparkle once again at Jones Beach
"Magic of Lights" set to sparkle once again at Jones Beach
The holiday light attraction at Jones Beach starts Friday and shines through Dec. 30.
The holiday light attraction at Jones Beach starts Friday and shines through Dec. 30.
The holiday light attraction at Jones Beach starts Friday and shines through Dec. 30.
Dishin' Long Island: Bucket List
Dishin' Long Island: Bucket List
Get your hands on fried chicken and more comfort food at this Rockville Centre joint.
Get your hands on fried chicken and more comfort food at this Rockville Centre joint.
Fall Fun
Fall Fun
From apple and pumpkin picking to crafts and haunted houses, News 12 does it all in our Fall Fun series.
Tasty Tuesday
Tasty Tuesday
Fall is the time for some featured dishes and drinks involving pumpkin! Check out these recipes and restaurants for fall-themed fare.
What's Cooking
What's Cooking
Each week, Lily Stolzberg finds out what's cooking.
Dishin' Long Island
Dishin' Long Island
News 12's Stone Grissom is on the hunt for great food, great culture and great people.
Food Truck Friday
Food Truck Friday
Get your taste buds ready. Food Truck Friday is back! Each week a different truck will roll up to the News 12 Long Island studios to bring you delicious treats and bites!
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Your November Snow Photos
Your November Snow Photos
Viewer photos of the Nov. 15, 2018 snowfall. Have a photo to share? Tag us on social media, us the hash tag #LIWeather or upload them here.
Viewer photos of the Nov. 15, 2018 snowfall. Have a photo to share? Tag us on social media, us the hash tag #LIWeather or upload them here.
Behind the Scenes of Disney On Ice
Behind the Scenes of Disney On Ice
Behind the Scenes: Disney on Ice
Take a sneak peak behind the scenes of Disney on Ice! The show made a stop at the Nassau Coliseum.
Take a sneak peak behind the scenes of Disney on Ice! The show made a stop at the Nassau Coliseum.
Dog Day Fridays for November 16
Dog Day Fridays for November 16
Isn't Astro just adorable?
This week's dogs are up for adoption at Bobbi and the Strays.
This week's dogs are up for adoption at Bobbi and the Strays.
2018 Country Music Award Association Awards
2018 Country Music Award Association Awards
Photos from the 2018 Country Music Award Association Awards on Nov. 14, 2018.
Photos from the 2018 Country Music Award Association Awards on Nov. 14, 2018.
The 'worst toys' for the holidays, according to safety group
The 'worst toys' for the holidays, according to safety group
A Black Panther “slash claw” and a plastic Power Rangers sword are among the items topping a consumer safety group’s annual list of worst toys for the holiday season.
A Black Panther “slash claw” and a plastic Power Rangers sword are among the items topping a consumer safety group’s annual list of worst toys for the holiday season.
Deadly wildfire devastates Northern California town
Deadly wildfire devastates Northern California town
The Northern California wildfire has killed at least 42 people, making it the deadliest in state history.
The Northern California wildfire has killed at least 42 people, making it the deadliest in state history.
Just Married on Long Island
Just Married on Long Island
News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
Dog Day Fridays for November 9
Dog Day Fridays for November 9
Oreo is a 3-year-old male who loves other dogs and all humans. He walks well on a leash. Oreo is just looking for a family to love him.
This week's dogs are up for adoption at the North Fork Animal Welfare League. The shelter is located at 165 Peconic Lane in Peconic. Their phone number is 631-765-1811 Ext. 1.
This week's dogs are up for adoption at the North Fork Animal Welfare League. The shelter is located at 165 Peconic Lane in Peconic. Their phone number is 631-765-1811 Ext. 1.
2018 Long Island Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2018 Long Island Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Long Island Music Hall of Fame inducted its 2018 class Thursday night at a ceremony at The Space at Westbury.
The Long Island Music Hall of Fame inducted its 2018 class Thursday night at a ceremony at The Space at Westbury.
2018 #FallFunPics
2018 #FallFunPics
Send us your #LIFallFun photos!
Is fall your favorite season? Are you and your family doing fun things this fall? News 12 Long Island want to see your Fall Fun pics! Send them via Twitter or Instagram with the #LIFallFun and they might end up on air or on News12.com.
Is fall your favorite season? Are you and your family doing fun things this fall? News 12 Long Island want to see your Fall Fun pics! Send them via Twitter or Instagram with the #LIFallFun and they might end up on air or on News12.com.
