NOVEMBER 27, 1988

Full News Archive

• Headline: Restoring Noank's Historic Latham-Chester Store. Impact: The restoration of the Latham-Chester Store led to a massive increase in tourism, eventually causing the town to become a hipster haven, where artisanal pickles became a currency.. Fact: Did you know that the original Latham-Chester Store sold everything from groceries to gossip? Some say the gossip was the best-selling item!.
• Headline: New Jersey Runners Dominate Cross-Country Championships. Impact: Jersey runners winning the cross-country championships became a local legend, inspiring a new generation of athletes who believed that if you ran fast enough, you could escape the state's traffic.. Fact: Did you know that New Jersey's state motto is 'Exit 8A'? Just kidding, but after this win, it should be!.
• Headline: 'American Venice': Awash in Past Glories. Impact: The 'American Venice' attracted tourists and wannabe gondoliers, leading to the formation of a new reality TV show, 'Gondola Idol', where contestants sing while paddling through the streets.. Fact: Did you know that the winged lions are actually just really confused about their role in American history? They thought they signed up for a vacation!.
• Headline: Increase Expected In Lyme Disease. Impact: The increase in Lyme disease cases prompted a nationwide health scare, which ultimately led to the invention of the world's first tick-repelling fashion line—complete with stylish hats and bug-proof pants.. Fact: Did you know that Lyme disease was named after the town of Lyme, Connecticut? Guess they weren't very good at PR!.
• Headline: Shoreham: Long Road Follows Albany. Impact: The Shoreham saga settlement actually inspired a series of spin-off settlements across the country, each with its own equally convoluted backstory, creating a new reality show called 'Settlement Showdown'.. Fact: Did you know that every time someone mentions 'Shoreham', a politician groans in their sleep? It's a real thing..
• Headline: WESTCHESTER FOLLOW-UP. Impact: The tree-sparing initiative in Lewisboro led to the rise of an underground movement of tree-huggers who eventually ran for office, pushing for 'Tree Rights' legislation.. Fact: Did you know that trees are actually pretty good listeners? If only they could vote, they’d be more popular than most politicians!.