MARCH 20, 1983

Full News Archive

• Headline: Fort Lee Opens Sony Video Center. Impact: This video center was the catalyst that ultimately led to the explosion of home entertainment. Without it, we might still be forced to interact with actual people instead of binging on reality TV shows about people who don’t know how to interact. Fact: Did you know that the first video rental store was founded in 1977? That’s right, VHS tapes were once the height of technology, until Netflix came along and made us all couch potatoes!.
• Headline: Miss Sills to Open New London Center. Impact: The opening of this center was like the pebble that started an avalanche of mediocre performances and overpriced popcorn. It paved the way for future artsy types to think they could make a living from their 'unique' interpretations of Shakespeare. Fact: Fun fact: The Garde Theater is over 100 years old! Just think of all the bad plays it’s endured and still manages to stand. That’s resilience!.
• Headline: LOCAL COMMUTERS, LEFT TO MAKE DO, POOL RESOURCES. Impact: This commuter struggle led to carpooling becoming a thing, which in turn resulted in awkward silence and shared playlists that haunt friendships to this day. Thanks to the strike, we all learned the importance of personal space... or lack thereof. Fact: Did you know that the average American spends over 100 hours commuting each year? That’s like a part-time job you never wanted!.
• Headline: NOW ALCOHOLIC'S FAMILY IS TREATED, TOO. Impact: This shift in treatment acknowledges the ripple effects of addiction—helping families heal and breaking the cycle of dependency. One could argue it’s the beginning of more comprehensive support systems that continue to evolve. Fact: Did you know that the term 'alcoholic' was first used in the 19th century? It’s a shame they didn’t have memes back then to lighten the mood!.
• Headline: BILL SEEKS CHANGE IN GRANTING AWARDS FOR HYPERTENSION. Impact: This bill was the beginning of a long saga of legislative rituals that lead to endless debates, paperwork, and eventually a world where hypertension awareness became a buzzword. Because who doesn’t love more bureaucracy?. Fact: Did you know that hypertension is often called the 'silent killer'? Kind of like that one friend who keeps borrowing your stuff without asking!.
• Headline: THE CAREFUL SHOPPER. Impact: This shopper’s mailing list not only kept customers informed but also paved the way for spam emails and those pesky sales ads that haunt your inbox. Thanks, careful shoppers, for ruining our digital serenity!. Fact: Did you know that shopping has been a competitive sport for centuries? Just ask anyone who’s ever camped outside a store for Black Friday!.