Cheese Linked To Multistate Listeria Outbreak: Recall Roundup

Pool toys may impale kids; cars in cold-weather states recalled due to rust; Alfredo sauce recalled in 41 states over salmonella concerns.

E-Bikes And E-Scooters Are Fun, Useful And Sometimes Terrifying: Block Talk

Americans want clearer rules for e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, speed restrictions, sidewalk bans and stronger enforcement.

El Niño 'Imminent,' Could Reshape U.S. Weather Patterns

AccuWeather expert meteorologists said the developing El Niño is unusual because it is expected to begin early and strengthen quickly.

How To Age Well: Primary Care, Prevention And Fulfillment

From a brand partner: Older adults helped shape our communities. They deserve proactive care that can help them stay healthy and fulfilled.

For Father’s Day 2026, What’s Your Best 'Dad-ism'? Patch Survey

Whether it was wise, funny, practical or completely goofy, we want to hear the thing your dad said that has stuck with you.

How To Correct Bad Manners Without Being Rude Yourself [The Question]

Is it ever OK to correct someone’s manners? And how do you do it without embarrassing them or sounding like the etiquette police?

Flesh-Eating Fly Returns To U.S.: What To Know

A flesh-eating parasite once wiped out in the United States is back on the radar after new cases of New World screwworm were confirmed.

From Iran to the Ballot Box -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” - June 7, 2026

My weekly political analysis of the top political stories!

Elephant-Sized Meteor Buzzes Earth: Weird News & Oddities

People are entering NYC sewers, and no one knows why. A man fell into a septic tank, but the stench kept a rescuer away. Animals run amok.

E-Scooter Crashes Spark Questions About Rider Rules: Block Talk

Fatal and serious e-scooter crashes raise fresh safety questions. How should your town balance safety and the convenience of e-scooters?

How To Respond To Nosiness Without Being Rude [The Question]

Rude questions, real boundaries: Patch readers debate whether personal questions deserve grace, deflection, humor or a hard stop.

High Grocery And Gas Prices Change What Americans Put On The Dinner Table

As grocery and gas prices climb, readers say they’re cutting meat, skipping meals and stretching leftovers.

Re-mapping Congress Dominates Primary Season - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 31, 2026

My political analysis if the week's top stories

3 Carmakers Say Airbags Don’t Deploy Correctly In 520K Vehicles: Recall Roundup

E. coli, salmonella and other issues prompt food recalls; a lounge chair poses an amputation threat; and plush toys contain asbestos.

When To See Rare Blue Moon; It’s Also A Micromoon

Of the two definitions of a blue moon, this one — the second full moon in a calendar month — is the more common.

The Simple Neighborhood Traditions That Are Quietly Disappearing: Block Talk

Porch chats, block parties and back-and-forth favors once defined neighborhood life. Now, even small connections feel harder to find.

As Food And Gas Costs Rise, How Is Your Budget Changing? [Patch Survey]

Consumers feel squeezed by higher gas prices, rising grocery bills, and more expensive health care. How is your budget changing?

How To Shut Down Nosiness Without Being A Jerk [The Question]

What’s the best way to deflect nosy questions and set boundaries without being rude — or over-explaining yourself?

10 Books Patch Readers Can’t Stop Talking About

From a brand partner: From page-turning mysteries to unforgettable historical fiction, readers share the books they loved most.

Push To Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent Resurrected

With year-round daylight saving time, winter sunsets in much of the country would occur after 5 p.m.; sunrises would be as late as 9 a.m.

The Midterm Election Season is in Full Swing – “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 24, 2026

My political analysis from the week's top stories!

Cellphone Etiquette Doesn’t Allow These Rude Habits [The Question]

Some cellphone etiquette guidelines should be obvious, such as not using them in restaurants, stores and public bathrooms, readers said.

Hell Is For Sale For About $666K: Weird News & Oddities

Parrot saves family from fire; woman gives birth in night court; car that hasn’t moved in years gets $50 ticket; world’s oldest oak spared.

The Backyard Burger Has Never Been Pricier

As National Burger Day approaches, cattle ranchers are having a moment. So are consumers who are paying for it.

The Right And Wrong Way To Fly The Flag On Memorial Day 2026

More flags than usual will fly this Memorial Day Weekend as America gears up for its 250th anniversary. How to display the flag matters.

Memorial Day Shopping Trends: What Consumers Are Buying And Skipping

Memorial Day shopping this year may look less like a spending spree and more like a values test.

Memorial Day 2026 Grocery, Hardware Store Hours: What’s Open

With one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year approaching, some stores will have reduced hours on Memorial Day.

Strangers Next Door May Prefer Keeping Their Distance: Block Talk

A survey suggests the American neighborhood remains important but no longer plays a central role in everyday social life.

N.Y.C. Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce Set to Drive Economic Growth and Opportunity for Business

The Chamber Expands Access to Resources, Advocacy, Partnerships, and Economic Development Opportunities Throughout the Five Boroughs

Tensions Overseas and Tensions at Home - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 17, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories!

Tensions Overseas and Tensions at Home - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 17, 2026

Analysis of the week's biggest political stories!

Lost Pets In The Neighborhood? When To Help And When To Call The Pound: Block Talk

Dogs and cats on the loose can put neighbors in a tough spot. Should they intervene or call the pound?

Potential ‘Super El Niño’ Coming Faster Than Expected: What It Means

NOAA said El Niño conditions emerging faster than expected may escalate into a historically powerful “super” event by the end of the year.

Deli Meats Linked To Listeria Outbreak: Recall Roundup

Waymo recalls entire fleet due to potentially deadly software glitch; cream to treat common skin disorder may cause staph infections.

The New Cellphone Etiquette: What’s Considered Rude? [The Question]

The use of smartphones in social situations is increasingly a flashpoint in manners, but it also raises privacy concerns.

Andes Hantavirus: What You Should And Should Not Worry About

A deadly cruise ship outbreak has revived pandemic fears, but scientists caution the public against overreacting to the rare virus.

These Gen Z Changemakers Are Creating Kinder Communities Across The U.S.

The Riley’s Way Foundation’s Kindness fellows address food insecurity, the STEM gender gap, AI fakes, civic engagement and other issues.

National Entrepreneur Summit & Expo New York Edition” Builds Momentum Across Media Platforms

June 11, 2026 at the Rochdale Village Ballroom the Expo is bringing together entrepreneurs, startups, innovators, corporate leaders,etc.

“Making War; Preparing for Peace?” - The Sunday Political Brunch May 10, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories

What Do You Do If You Find A Lost Dog Or Cat? Block Talk

Do you help find the owner or call the pound? Your instinct may be to help, but that’s not always the safest way to proceed.