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...
“I got to go see people and do things while I still remember where the car is.” — Jane Keen, Leland Township clerk for 17 years, in asking Township Board members to pick her replacement over the next year or so. More...