I have a few favorite columns that I’ve penned over the course of my years writing for The Examiner. They span technical, educational, news and personal opinion topics. This week I’m reprising one of the more humorous stories. By Nick
Read MoreNorth Castle Police Department Dec. 6: An E-911 caller reported observing a male party running in the middle of Route 22 at 4:24 p.m. The caller stated that she stopped her vehicle and assisted the party to the side of
Read MoreBy Marilyn Elie We can all breathe a sigh of relief next spring when the last working reactor at Indian Point powers down. Twenty million people in the 50-mile radius of the 40-year-old nuclear generator can sleep more soundly and future
Read MoreBy Brian McGowan Many religious traditions and observances have their roots in pre-Christian beliefs, and Christmas is no exception. Bear in mind that sacred scripture says nothing definitive about when Jesus was born. It wasn’t until the 4th century A.D.
Read MoreBy Bill Primavera You’d never know it to meet me today but I was born with some kind of neurological condition that resulted in my reaching the age of five without speaking a word. That was in the days before
Read MoreBy Brian Kluepfel This was the year that really flipped us the bird, but 2020 is nearly over. A deadly virus combined with incalculable human hubris and selfishness has brought us to a frightening point, and I’m frankly glad
Read MoreBy Morris Gut Here are more suggestions for your holiday pleasure, dining in, out or at home. Follow COVID-19 protocols and stay safe. Ace Endico to Go The Ace Endico story began years ago out of a small grocery in
Read MoreBy Nick Antonaccio My longtime friend Rick and I have ongoing debates on many different aspects of wine. Many times, our debates focus on nuances rather than broad-scoped issues; at other times, on our biases to a particular wine region
Read MoreBy Bill Primavera It’s been more than nine months since COVID-19 has made us aware that the world outside our front doors is less safe than it used to be. Today, I venture outside only when necessary, wearing a mask
Read MoreBy Michael Gold I saw somebody commit murder. And I paid to make it happen. I killed a giant tree. It was at least 75 feet tall, a Norway maple. Its trunk was so thick you couldn’t stretch your arms
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