MAY 24, 1987

Full News Archive

• Headline: Art and Accessibility: A Unique Experience. Impact: Alfred Van Loen's tactile art led to a secret society of blind sculptors who believed they could feel the vibrations of the universe, ultimately prompting a bizarre trend in abstract art that involved interpretive dance. Yes, really.. Fact: Did you know that touching sculptures is the new way to become a certified art critic? Forget the degrees!.
• Headline: Cuomo's Controversial Judicial Appointment. Impact: This appointment sparked a nationwide trend where governors began to randomly appoint politicians from the opposing party, leading to the infamous 'Bipartisanship Bingo' game at political fundraisers.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Chagrin' was the original name for the GOP's annual picnic before they decided it sounded too much like a pity party..
• Headline: New League Chief Sets Community Goals. Impact: Rita Malmud's insistence on attending Common Council meetings led to the creation of a new reality show, 'Councilor or Not,' where contestants guess which decisions were made while half-asleep.. Fact: Did you know that the League of Women Voters' motto is 'We’re here to take notes, not to have fun!'?.
• Headline: BOBBY VAN TRADES JAZZ FOR CHOPIN. Impact: This musical transition caused a worldwide trend of genre-switching performers, leading to the bizarre phenomenon of heavy metal Mozart concerts and country music operas.. Fact: Did you know that Bobby Van’s last performance in Chopin was so long ago that it was initially performed on vinyl records?.
• Headline: LIBERTY PARK MARINA OPPOSED. Impact: The opposition to the marina led to a nationwide movement against all things marina-related, resulting in a bizarre fascination with landlocked hobbies like kite flying and extreme knitting.. Fact: Did you know that 'Liberty Park Marina' was initially going to be named 'Freedom Dock,' but they thought it sounded too much like a fast food joint?.
• Headline: DINING OUT; A NEW SPOT IN BEDFORD HILLS. Impact: The opening of Riches sparked a culinary revolution in Bedford Hills, leading to a competitive food truck scene where gourmet food is served from the back of minivans.. Fact: Did you know that 'Riches' was almost named 'Rags to Riches' but they thought it would attract too many thrift-store shoppers?.
• Headline: SUPERVISED RELEASE OF PRISONERS TRIED. Impact: This experiment not only saved taxpayers money but also inspired a new reality show called 'Prison Break: The Home Edition,' which eventually led to a spike in home renovations and DIY prison escapes.. Fact: Did you know that the concept of 'supervised release' originally came from a group of bored social workers looking for more interesting ways to spend their Fridays?.