Month: November 2016

Giving thanks
Opinion

Giving thanks

It’s no big secret; 2016 has been a pretty dismal year. An interminable, contentious presidential election; heaps of celebrity deaths; the theatrical release of the massively overhyped “Suicide Squad”; I’d imagine that the majority of Americans are looking forward to put the last 12 months in our rearview mirrors. But […]

Old jokes to die laughing at
Opinion

Old jokes to die laughing at

An elderly man comes into a bar and notices a lovely lady about his age having a drink by herself. He pulls up a stool, leans over and asks, “So… do I come here often?” Sure, laugh. Or cry. Fact is, we’ll all be the lady or the man some […]

The courtyard beside the store features an array of seating, including couches and tables for dining. There is also a gas-powered fire pit and a bocce ball court. Photo courtesy Barnes & Noble
News

Barnes & Noble begins an uncharted chapter

In a time when brick and mortar bookstores are becoming a thing of the past, Barnes & Noble is refreshing its approach. The newest of more than 600 store locations, the Eastchester Barnes & Noble in the Vernon Hills Shopping Center at 680 White Plains Road—which opened its doors to […]

Drones, contamination and community gardens
Opinion

Drones, contamination and community gardens

[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n last week’s column, I spoke of immediate term priorities for communities throughout the state as elected officials prepare for the upcoming 2017 legislative session. The following are some look-ahead legislative goals as municipalities react to an ever changing world especially in the area of technology. As examples: Allow publication […]