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The Opulent White Lake Mansion House
On my trip to see where Woodstock was held in 1969, Bethel, NY, my cousin and I happened upon this gem on the side of the road in White Lake, New York. The Mansion House is a Greek Revival style hotel was built in 1848 by the Kinne family, who owned it for 82 years. After doing a little research after the trip, I found out that it was the first and one of the most opulent hotels in Sullivan County when it opened. I couldn’t find a complete history of the building, but it’s obvious it’s fallen out of capable hands. It’s boards are decaying, the paint flaking and everything…
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Boardy Barn Bravery
The Barn is known for its never-ending flow of beer and smiling yellow stickers.
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Adrenaline Rush
Breaking news came as it usually does, when I’m expecting to get a lot done toward my story list, but this time it was something out of the ordinary for East Hampton. A 28-year-old EMS worker allegedly fired off a shot gun in his home and fled, driving around East Hampton putting police and schools on high alert. With help from my fellow reporter and editor, we were able to break the news first and provide a good picture of what was happening as it unfolded. I was sent to the scene to gather more information and photos. I wouldn’t say that I necessarily jump for joy when I go…
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Cyril
This is Cyril. He runs a local bar and restaurant near Montauk. In the middle of a legal battle between the town government and Cyril’s landowners, he was told his liquor license was going to be taken away (it eventually was postponed). I had the pleasure of finding him and taking his photograph. I had never met the famous Cyril before. His restaurant is somewhat legend among people who frequent Montauk every summer. Everyone wants a BBC (Bailey’s Banana Colada) and a picture with Cyril. And no wonder. When I came upon this specimen, he was sitting in the back of his restaurant at a table covered in papers and books.…
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Making It Official
This is my statement of intent. While I may miss a week or two due to a busy work schedule, I fully intend to write in this blog regularly. This is a commitment to myself, my craft, and my love of writing and sharing what I experience with my friends, family and complete strangers. I promise that I’ll make it interesting. I intend to post: My photographs and blog articles about – my experiences as a government beat reporter in a small town. – big national and international headlines. – personal happenings I hope you visit often!
