It’s somewhat of an American tradition that if you can’t stop them, try charging them.  That’s one interpretation of a proposal brought by a group of Northport Village citizens including many business owners who signed a petiti More...

Every once in a while, a reporter encounters a story that hits home.  I discovered two people’s stories last week that did just that.  Chris Harrington and Mike DePuy live in the county, but have never met. More...

When in doubt, form a committee.  Politicians love to study issues, especially if they are explosive and could anger the public. By forming a study group they diffuse the issue for the moment. More...