On Tuesday, I attended a public hearing on the proposed redevelopment of Coney Island. It was held at nearby Lincoln High School, a building that has a larger auditorium than the one in Coney Island Hospital, also nearby. I have been in the building multiple times over the past many years for various... read more

Shopping in Manhattan is more stylish compared to the outer boroughs, including Brooklyn, where I live. There are more big stores and better known brands, perhaps related to the heavier traffic, better jobs and greater access to money. So if you’re interested in fashion, it’s Manhattan. If you... read more

Warm weather is here.  The local beaches are open.  The lifeguards are on patrol.  It is summer even if it is not officially summer yet. By his count,  Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe runs seven beaches.  But where I am I can count five and that does not include the beaches in the Rockaways or... read more

Many people feel that travel is becoming more trouble than it’s worth. It’s interesting to take a poll to find out if such opinions come from those who are elderly, too busy with work, overly tired-or if the travel industry is making things too complicated. Many Choices, Much Empowerment Some folks... read more

Indiana Jones has gone from raiders of the lost ark through the temple of doom on to the last crusade.  Now he’s looking for the kingdom of the crystal skull and darn if he doesn’t find it.  Not that it is  the end of the line for him.  There’s always life after death in the movies so you’re... read more