Paul Sassone: Divvy could soon bring more cyclists to Oak Park
I didn't figure he would stop at the stop sign. And he didn't. Bike riders seldom do. But I stopped, so he didn't get killed that sunny warm day. I...
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Paul Sassone: Should Oak Park build a park over the Eisenhower?
Crazy? Maybe. But, I am intrigued. The Park District of Oak Park is studying a proposal that would create approximately 3.1 acres of new open space out of thin air....
Paul Sassone: Discovering the true meaning of Memorial Day
There is no one left to mourn him. That melancholy thought came to me as I noticed Memorial Day is almost upon us. In marking Memorial Day, I once wrote...
Paul Sassone: Ready or not, here comes the 2016 general election campaign
The campaign for the actual presidential election hasn't officially started yet. But soon it will. I'm not looking forward to it. Judging by the primary campaigns – particularly on the...
Sassone: New development shouldn’t come at expense of residents and businesses
Development is a good thing. Development means progress. And everyone is for progress. Me, too. But one thing I've noticed about development is that when towns launch a development program,...
Paul Sassone: Tease abuse seems to be a rampant problem lately
Tease. The word has many meanings and implications (hubba hubba). Now, don't get all bothered. I'm talking about journalism teases. In the news business, a tease is a brief statement...
Paul Sassone: Outdoor dining might work for others, but not me
It's a good idea – for you, but not for me. Oak Park's village board has approved a plan that would create additional outdoor dining space on South Boulevard from...
Paul Sassone: Keep your triglycerides to yourself, please
I don't know why daytime news shows have a cooking segment. The news person is always horrified if the recipe calls for butter or cream. They wind up talking about...
Paul Sassone: What does it take to get surveyed for my opinions?
Nobody ever asks me anything. Oh, sure, every once in a while someone will ask, "Would you like fries with that?" (Silly question. Do I look like a guy who...
Paul Sassone: Mother’s Day gifts can be all about the wrapping
When figuring out Mother's Day festivities, be sure to allow plenty of time for your mom to open her presents. If your mother is anything like my mother, it will...