Long Island steakhouse opens in honor of local Revolutionary War spies dubbed ‘the CIA of the time’

Long Island steakhouse opens in honor of local Revolutionary War spies dubbed ‘the CIA of the time’

It comes with a side of spies. Long Island’s newest steakhouse is a fascinating nod to the Culper spy ring, a local group of Revolutionary War double agents whose heroic espionage efforts saved the colonial forces on multiple occasions. “As we were going through school, we learned about the spy ring and the effect it … Read more

Summer travel forecast to shatter records for Fourth of July — here’s how many Americans will be on the move

Summer travel forecast to shatter records for Fourth of July — here’s how many Americans will be on the move

There’s going to be a real tournami. The American Automobile Association predicts that a record number of Americans will travel across the country over the July 4th holiday week from Saturday, June 28 to Sunday, July 6. During that period, 72.2 million people will reportedly journey at least 50 miles from home — an increase … Read more

Kevin Costner craves ‘more perfect union’ in July 4th post as nasty divorce from estranged wife Christine Baumgartner rages on

Kevin Costner craves ‘more perfect union’ in July 4th post as nasty divorce from estranged wife Christine Baumgartner rages on

Kevin Costner honored the history of America and had hope for the future in a patriotic post celebrating July 4.  Costner, 68, carried an American flag in an Instagram snap from a scene in his award-winning, directorial debut, “Dances With Wolves.” “Happy Fourth, friends,” he wrote. “I’ve spent my career diving into the history of America—both … Read more

Adults should ‘never, ever’ put this on a hot dog — ‘Grow up’ experts say

Adults should ‘never, ever’ put this on a hot dog — ‘Grow up’ experts say

Lifelong hot dog lovers better ketchup with the latest toppings trends this July 4. Slathering a fresh-off-the-grill frankfurter in a layer of cool, tangy ketchup is a foodie faux pas for folks 18 and over, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, which argues that the condiment is strictly for kids. In fact, the top … Read more