Have decreases in driving trends affected car-sharing giant Zipcar?
When James Yates chose to attend Hofstra University, he figured he would rely on public transportation as a way to get around. Being from Palos Verdes Estates, Calif., Yates’ only options would have been to ship or drive his car across the country. While he often took cabs, he wound up bugging his roommate to constantly drive him around town. Yates had very little independence. However,... Read More
Solar panel park seeks to protect nature on Long Island
Long Island’s first solar panel park at Tanglewood Preserve in Rockville Centre aims to inspire more interest in energy conservation and environmental upkeep. “We’re a science center that teaches about our environment, and we need to live by example,” said Ray Ann Havasy, president and founder of the Center for Science Teaching and Learning at Tanglewood Preserve. “We... Read More
Video: LI farmers encourage consumers to ‘buy local’
Farmers on Long Island often struggle to survive with the high costs of land taxes, labor and production costs, yet they are able to sell effectively to Long Island consumers by directly marketing their locally grown products to them. Farmer’s markets are one way to reach out to consumers. Kennedy Plaza Farmer’s Market, which offers an array of products from asparagus to... Read More
Review: Long Island jazz scene goes ‘Off-White’
“The Off-White Set” is a jazz band that is skilled at mixing sounds, with tunes ranging from traditional jazz to avant-garde. From the rhythms of drummer Hugo Lopez to the sweet sounds of Vincent Loccisano on the keys, hearing The Off-White Set in person gives the full effect. The band also features Chris Covias on the vibraphone, a rare instrument for most bands. Seeing... Read More
Nassau County lawmakers walk the runway for a good cause
Forget about Elle, Naomi or Gisele. The real fashion stars “strutted their stuff” down the runway for a good cause on March 22 at the “Dressed to a Tea” annual fashion show and fundraiser event at the Nassau County Bar Association (NCBA) in Mineola. The show featured Nassau County court judges and employees modeling 2012 spring fashions courtesy of Lord &... Read More
