February 2021 - Sightseers' Delight

Looking back at Christchurch and exploring the whole story of a destination

February 22, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Exploring places means sometimes looking at the less than idyllic parts of its story. As the world pauses to remember the deadly 2011 Christchurch earthquake’s anniversary, my thoughts turned to that resilient city.

New Jersey bill would guarantee ‘prevailing wage’ for Newark airport, train station workers

February 17, 2021 Todd DeFeo

The New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has advanced a measure that could increase Newark Liberty International Airport workers’ “wage and benefit rates.”

In COVID, taking a moment to think about places visited

February 9, 2021 Todd DeFeo

You don’t need me to tell you the COVID-19 pandemic has been disheartening. As someone who loves to travel and explore, it’s made me think about the places I’ve visited, the people I’ve encountered over the years and the experiences I’ve enjoyed.

A view of the sign for The Metuchen Inn, a popular eatery in Metuchen, N.J., in October 2017.

Murphy signs bill allowing for expansion of outdoor dining in New Jersey

February 8, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation that allows New Jersey’s restaurants and bars to expand their outdoor dining offerings for customers.

A gas station in Metuchen, N.J., in October 2017.

California gas prices reach high of $3.27 a gallon, 66 cents more than national average

February 3, 2021 The Center Square

California gasoline prices reached the highest they’ve been since March 9, 2020, hitting $3.27 a gallon, according to a new gasoline benchmark published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

National Park Service requiring all employees, visitors to wear masks

February 2, 2021 The Center Square

The National Park Service (NPS) has implemented the federal mask mandate for all employees and visitors of national parks and facilities on Tuesday, the agency announced.