APRIL 27, 1986

Full News Archive

• Headline: Ethical Stock Fund Revolutionizes Investing. Impact: Maurice L. Schoenwald's 'ethical' stock fund eventually leads to the rise of the hipster investment market, where people invest in vegan companies and artisanal soap makers, all while sipping ethically sourced lattes. Who knew saving the planet could be so trendy?. Fact: Did you know that the first mutual fund was created in 1924? So, clearly, people have been trying to make a buck off of good intentions for a long time..
• Headline: Brookhaven Office Rental Controversy. Impact: The dispute over the Brookhaven rental office ultimately leads to a never-ending saga of bureaucratic negotiations, resulting in a new reality show called 'Lease Wars: Office Space Edition.' Spoiler alert: no one wins.. Fact: Fun fact: Renting office space is kind of like dating—everyone's looking for something better, but no one wants to commit..
• Headline: HUDSON CROSSINGS SET RECORD. Impact: The record vehicular traffic between New Jersey and New York City leads to the invention of the 'traffic meditation app,' which becomes essential for commuters trying to maintain their sanity in gridlock.. Fact: Did you know that traffic jams are often referred to as 'rush hour'? Pretty ironic considering no one is rushing anywhere..
• Headline: A HIGH-RENT DISTRICT: MAIN STREET IN WESTPORT. Impact: The high-rent district of Main Street in Westport becomes the birthplace of 'sidewalk fashion shows,' where people strut their stuff while trying not to trip over overpriced potholes.. Fact: Did you know that the first shopping mall was built in 1956? So, all this high-rent nonsense has been happening for decades—what’s new?.
• Headline: VICTORIAN FANTASIES RULE SEA CLIFF. Impact: Karen Santoro's disdain for ranch houses leads her to start a movement among suburban homeowners, resulting in a bizarre trend of Colonial-style ranch houses being built, complete with faux vintage decor.. Fact: There’s a saying that goes, 'the grass is always greener on the other side'—unless you live in a ranch house, where the grass is just... underwhelming..
• Headline: MORTGAGE REFINANCING SURGING. Impact: The surge in mortgage refinancing leads to a nationwide obsession with DIY home improvement shows, which ultimately results in more 'what was I thinking?' renovations than anyone cares to admit.. Fact: Did you know that refinancing is like hitting the reset button on your mortgage? Just don't be surprised when the game glitches and you owe more than before..
• Headline: PETS GIVE THE AGED NEW INTEREST IN LIFE. Impact: The introduction of pets to the elderly sparks a worldwide 'cat café' trend, leading to numerous elderly citizens becoming social media influencers with their furry companions. Because who doesn’t want to see a 90-year-old with a kitten?. Fact: Studies show that pets can lower stress and increase happiness—so basically, they’re furry little therapists on four legs..
• Headline: PANEL STUDYING MAJOR CHANGES IN RUNNING STATE. Impact: Senator Feldman's ambitious legislation leads to a new political movement known as 'The Pinnacle Party,' where every meeting ends with a round of applause and a participation trophy. Because why not?. Fact: They say politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies. So, good luck with that, Senator!.