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Little Pineapples therapy helps children flourish, thrive through play

Little Pineapples Play Therapy, a pediatric occupational therapy company, recently opened on Daniel Island. Owner Alexa Gerham, a pediatric occupational therapist, says her mission is to provide personalized, child-centered occupational therapy through a wide range of services tailored to...

Multistory apartment development near Bishop England seeks site approval extension

Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter. UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE April 17: Davis...

From policy to porch: Tariffs talk heats up across SC

Whether it’s overheard at the barber shop, dropped into dinner table chatter, or debated over drinks with friends, talk of the economy is everywhere these days. What was once the realm of economists and policy wonks – think tariffs and trade wars – has crept into everyday conversations in a way few...

Protect youself from identity theft

Data breaches, scams, and stolen information are increasingly used by fraudsters to impersonate individuals or carry out additional fraudulent activities. The Better Business Bureau is highlighting the growing concern of identity and information theft and how individuals can protect themselves from...

Easter appetizers made easy

If you’ll be hosting friends and family for Easter this year, creating the perfect spread doesn’t have to be hard. Make your gathering as simple as it is delicious by serving dishes that can be made ahead of time and then easily put together on the big day. Opting for an array of appetizers can...

Tying the knot on Daniel Island

For some, Daniel Island is home. For others, it’s a peaceful getaway. But for a lucky few, it’s the place where they say, “I do.” With its oak trees and scenic marsh views, the island offers a wedding backdrop as breathtaking as the love stories it hosts. Just ask the brides who’ve tied...

‘Ace Mace’ April 5 demonstration scaled back due to permit denial

Activist and attorney William J. Hamilton III stood across the street from Credit One Stadium on the afternoon of Saturday, April 5, strapped on a black bulletproof vest, and donned a blue hard hat. It was 1 p.m., and the Ace Mace Justice Reform rally Hamilton organized against outspoken U....

Jessica Pegula storms back to win 2025 COCO

Jessica Pegula reached a career milestone with a 6-3, 7-5 victory over fellow American Sofia Kenin to win the 2025 Credit One Charleston Open. The top-seeded Pegula survived a 5-1 deficit in the decisive second set against the 2020 Australian Open champ to earn her first clay-court...

The Roundup: Clements Ferry traffic crackdown, new boxing gym on the way

Clements Ferry traffic crackdown The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office and the Charleston Police Department recently teamed up for a traffic enforcement operation targeting speeding, reckless driving, and other traffic violations along several high-traffic routes, including Clements Ferry Road,...

The Daniel Island News honored with 17 journalism awards

The Daniel Island News staff continues to produce quality writing, editing, design, and photography. Last week, the newspaper earned 17 journalism awards at the South Carolina Press Association’s annual 2024 news contest ceremony. The contest was judged by members of the Kentucky...