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Mom was right brussel sprouts are good for you

One of the strengths of the good-for-you, brussel sprouts journalism is it’s ability to shift the attention of readers from gossip news to news that has a direct impact on them and their community.  This type of journalism shifts the scope of the news from broad to narrow and it gets people more involved with [...]

Two sided story (When the Leeves Broke)

They say that there are two sides to every story.  The story of Hurricane Katrina and the events that followed are no exception.  The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina is a point of much debate some say Katrina and its victims were showcased with a biased, at times racist light by all the major media outlets.  [...]

Don’t blink

There is nothing more aggravating and frustrating than being stuck at a red light when seconds make the difference between you being on time and you being late.  Sure the average red light only lasts between 30 seconds to a minute there are some that last longer.  There is one red light on the corner [...]

Start… Your… Engines!

The traffic light has just turned red.  You see two buses waiting, side by side, revving their engines.  You think to yourself, “it’s my lucky day.  No waiting for the bus.  Today I have options.” Then with the blink of an eye red turns to green and both bus drivers push the pedal to the [...]

Home away from home

John F. Kennedy Boulevard in Jersey City, NJ is home to many businesses.  One in particular is, El Rincon Nuestro.  This business stands out not because of the blue white blue awning that shadows its customers, but because of its unique array of products.  El Rincon Nuestro has the finest products delivered straight from Honduras.
 
Hundurian [...]

The Sports Museum of America

The newest attraction down at Wall Street is the Sports Museum of America. Located just steps away from the charging bull statue and the American Indian Museum, this museum caters to sports fans of all kinds. This museum is tucked away downtown off of Beaver street and the number of daily visitors it [...]