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How to keep your kids safe online this summer break
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Mia Morales , as published by ValleyCentral
· June 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Parents are being advised to monitor their children's online activities, including who they are interacting with.
Local law enforcement and government agencies are offering guidance to parents in the area. With summer break in full swing, children are likely spending more time online, using the internet for activities such as gaming and social media. Parents are being advised to monitor their children's online activities, including who they are interacting with.
This is a precautionary measure to ensure their safety while online. Further details on this topic, including specific apps that parents should be aware of, are available from local news sources, such as ValleyCentral.
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Category: local Published: June 12, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Local law enforcement and government agencies are offering guidance to parents in the area. With summer break in full swing, children are likely spending more time online, using the internet for…
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