Did Billiards culture strike out?
. It’s Saturday night in a college town. In Moonshadow Tavern, called “Moonies” by the students who tend to frequent it, a group of mostly 20-somethings gathers along a wooden bar. Three bartenders rush to fill drink orders — mainly the specials. The dance floor is occupied by a row of six tables set with … Continue reading
Hurricane Sandy Breezes by Ithaca
By Steven Brasley and Shea O’Meara As the largest storm in recent decades geared up to slam into some of the most populated areas on the East Coast and then travel upstate last week, Ithaca’s emergency response personnel went into action. Ithaca Fire Chief Tom Parsons checks weather updates on his phone while sitting … Continue reading
Local groups gather to support LGBT students
In a large white church on the corner of North Aurora Street, patrons shuffle about preparing for their big night. A tall 60-something woman at the front with peppered hair guides lost performers to Gillie, the head of the event. “She’s wearing a silk blue shirt, she has blonde hair,” she says. “And she looks … Continue reading
Anti-Muslim video sparks debate about free speech online
By Shea O’Meara and Kristy Zhen A recently released anti-Muslim YouTube video that sparked violent protest in the Middle East is the newest in a line of technology-driven protests in the Middle East. “The Innocence of Muslims” sparked widespread anti-American violence during the past two weeks. Following Twitter-assisted revolutions during the Arab Spring, the video … Continue reading
Farmer’s Market Sprouts Community of Vendors
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Debt doubt fails to excite college voters
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Feature: Monk flees Tibet to find peace
At 14 years old, Tenzin Choesang said what would be his last words to his parents for more than a decade and set foot on a three-month trek from Tibet to Nepal. “Our area didn’t have any schools, most students my age didn’t have an opportunity to study,” he said. “I wanted to learn … Continue reading
News: Mayoral race reaches home stretch
After months of campaigning to become the next mayor of the City of Ithaca, the candidates’ futures will soon be in the hands of the community. The four-way race comes as Ithaca faces a $3 million debt, the adoption of a state-mandated tax cap and a state-reported 6.8 percent unemployment rate in 2010. Competing for … Continue reading
Commentary: Operation Crossroads Africa volunteering alters activism views
If asked, my friends would say I’m likely to carry around a blank white protest sign, just in case I happen to come upon something to scream about. So, when I was given the opportunity to spend the summer in Northern Ghana as a member of Operation Crossroads Africa, a nonprofit precursor to the Peace … Continue reading
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