Articles by Sightseers’ Delight

About Sightseers’ Delight

Sightseers’ Delight started publishing in June 2016. The site, published by The DeFeo Groupe, collects and curates content about places where historical events large and small happened. The site builds off the legacy of The Travel Trolley, which launched in June 2009. The site aimed to be a virtual version of the trolley tours offered in so many cities.

FAA proposes more than $3.1 million in fines against Boeing

September 16, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

The Federal Aviation Administration last week proposed more than $3.1 million in fines against The Boeing Company for safety violations that occurred from September 2023 through February 2024.

New Zealand Police managing protest in central Auckland

September 12, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A police operation is underway in Auckland to manage an anti-Israeli protest in the central part of the city.

Auckland protest moved to Auckland CBD after police warn of unsafe Harbour Bridge conditions

September 12, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Police say protest organizers have shifted their anti-Israel march away from the Auckland Harbour Bridge due to forecasts of unsafe high winds.

Athens statue honors Ben Epps, ‘Georgia’s First Aviator,’ and his role in aviation history

August 27, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

While the story of Orville and Wilbur Wright is well-known, Ben Epps, who built and flew aircraft in the early 20th century, may not be as widely known.

New Zealand Police appeal for information following Cook Strait mayday call

August 25, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

New Zealand Police are appealing for information after a mayday call reported a vessel in distress in the Cook Strait late Monday night.

Iconic Savannah restaurants The Lady & Sons and The Chicken Box close after 36 years

August 2, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

After 36 years of serving Southern cuisine and hospitality, Paula Deen’s iconic Savannah restaurants, The Lady & Sons and The Chicken Box, have officially closed their doors.

South Carolina governor signs new hands-free law

July 31, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster ceremonially signed a measure prohibiting holding or supporting mobile devices with any part of the body while operating a vehicle.

Ohio sending state police support to Cincinnati

July 30, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval, and Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge announced that the state will provide additional manpower to support the Cincinnati Police Department.

Is licorice the best road food? We asked an expert

July 29, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

To understand how great it is, Sightseers’ Delight connected with a licorice insider at Wiley Wallaby to discuss what makes the snack a great one for road trips.

Georgia committee to study possible gaming expansion

July 23, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

The House Study Committee on Gaming in the State of Georgia will hold its inaugural meeting on Monday, July 28, 2025, at 10 a.m. This gathering will take place at the Oconee County Administrative Building in Watkinsville.