MARCH 16, 1987

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Careful Shopper: St. Patrick's Day Special. Impact: The careful shopper's quest for the perfect St. Patrick's Day fabric led to the rise of over-the-top holiday-themed home decor, ultimately resulting in the establishment of 'Year-Round Holiday Decor Stores' by 2030. You're welcome, tacky décor enthusiasts!. Fact: In Pleasantville, the fabric selection is so impressive that it has been known to turn mere mortals into fabric artists. Or at least that's what they tell themselves..
• Headline: A Culinary Heritage in Trenton. Impact: George Washington never slept at The Eagle Tavern, but he did pass by, which inspired a series of ghost tours that raked in millions. Apparently, people love to haunt their wallets as much as they haunt historic sites.. Fact: The Eagle Tavern was built in 1765, long before coffee to-go was invented. Imagine the wait times!.
• Headline: Shoreham Plant Hearing Begins. Impact: The Shoreham plant's emergency plans sparked a decade-long debate over safety regulations, which ultimately resulted in the creation of a new government agency: The Bureau of Overly Cautious Safety Assessors. Yes, that's a real thing in an alternate timeline.. Fact: Three judges discussing an emergency evacuation plan sounds like the start of a really boring sitcom. Spoiler alert: It got canceled..
• Headline: WOOD STOVES FAULTED IN POLLUTION. Impact: June Shaw's battle against her neighbor's wood stove led to a nationwide movement against indoor pollution. This, in turn, sparked the rise of 'no wood stove' neighborhoods, where the only smoke seen is from the barbecue grills—because, priorities.. Fact: Wood stoves have been a sacred cow of the environmental movement, but June Shaw clearly didn't get the memo. Sorry, Mother Nature!.
• Headline: A YEAR OF EDISON CENTENNIAL EVENTS. Impact: The Edison centennial events inspired thousands to rediscover the joy of science fairs, leading to kids across the country creating bizarre projects that eventually resulted in the invention of the world's first self-cleaning home. Thank you, Edison!. Fact: Edison's centennial celebrations included rare walnuts. Because nothing screams 'innovation' like a good old-fashioned nut..
• Headline: A LOOK AT DIVORCE IN JAPAN AND U.S.. Impact: The rising divorce rate in Japan led to the creation of 'Divorce Parties' which have now become a global phenomenon. Who knew breaking up could be celebrated with cake and confetti?. Fact: In Japan, divorce is rising, but at least they have the good sense to keep it classy. Unlike some reality TV stars we know..
• Headline: LONG ISLAND GUIDE. Impact: The Choral Society of the Hamptons' 44th year sparked a musical renaissance that culminated in the rise of interpretive singing—where people express their feelings through song, resulting in many awkward family gatherings.. Fact: Having a voice is great, but in the Hamptons, it’s basically a requirement. If you can't sing, you might as well stay home and binge-watch reality shows..
• Headline: POLICE CITE NETWORK OF DRUGS IN COUTNY. Impact: The crackdown on cocaine trafficking led to the rise of underground lemonade stands as a safer alternative for kids looking to make a quick buck. Who knew the criminal underworld would turn to refreshing beverages?. Fact: In a world where drugs are a thriving industry, the irony is that lemonade stands have now become the new hotbed for entrepreneurial spirit. Squeeze that lemon!.
• Headline: FOR 48 STUDENTS, KITCHEN IS CLASSROOM. Impact: The kitchen classroom model revolutionized education, leading to a future where students learn math through baking and science through frying. Finally, a way to make education delicious!. Fact: Cooking as a classroom subject means that melted butter is now considered a valid teaching tool. Who knew culinary arts could be so educational?.