George Steinbrenner and Richard Nixon were kindred spirits. They could “shake your hand and stab you in the back at the same time.”

There is a famous story about the obvious that was told to me as a young journalist, and which I always told to young journalists who wandered into my sphere of influence, when I used to have one.

By Jeffrey Page
It’s not complicated. Congress, not the states, declares war. The states, not Congress, define marriage.

HOT SUMMER DAY Dramatization of the Hamden Covered Bridge, in Hamden NY. The surreal photo was digitally solarised in Photoshop to give the illusion of a hot summer day. However, the temperature in the Catskill region had sored to a near 100 degrees over the past week.

by Shawn Dell Joyce
We drive a lot out here in the boonies. Everything we do seems to require a car trip, racking up an average of 10,000 car driven miles per year, per person (including non-drivers). Summers are an especially busy time for our cars with family vacations, and chauffeuring kids from place to place.

Here are a few simple tips to save you gas and money this summer, as well as reducing carbon emissions.

By Michael Kaufman
If you are an older person being treated for depression, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder, this post could save your life.

I just got back from a painting trip to Canada. It was a rich three weeks of adventure, discovery and gorgeous scenery.

By Jeffrey Page
The depth of McChrystal’s contempt for his civilian commanders was staggering.

by Shawn Dell Joyce
As a community member, lets collectively take a few steps back , regard the lovely tapestry of friends, neighbors, small businesses, and ask, “What can I do to make it better?” Then realize that what effort you do to build a stronger community is also good for your health, your family’s health, and the well-being of us all.

by Shawn Dell Joyce
How do we Americans curb our national eating disorder? Eat local!