back to school

While we're smack in the middle of the warmest days of summer, there are also some hot deals in stores!

So, I was popping around Consumer Reports over the weekend and found a great article about back to school. If you've got a kid that's heading off to college, there's some stuff that you're gonna need to buy for the dorms like towels, sheets, a microwave, and a coffeemaker so they aren't laying down five dollars at Starbucks on the daily...

As our little ones head back to school, Broome County Sheriff, David Harder is reminding parents, commuters, kids and teens to do everything possible to make safety a priority.  

While back-to-school can be an expensive time for many families, there are ways to limit your spending, according to the Better Business Bureau. Whether you plan to shop at your favorite retail store or in the drawers and closets of your home, Better Business Bureau recommends sticking to a budget to avoid the common overspending on school supplies, and following some helpful tips.