Turnout is what ultimately determines tight elections. To a great extent, the idea of swing voters is outdated in these highly polarized times. What matters now is which party can get more of its side off the couch than the other.

The clock is ticking down to Election Day, Nov. 5. Are you ready? Today is a good day to make extra sure there’s no snafu.

There is a certain kind of camaraderie that occurs at the counter of the beer store that I believe happens nowhere else.

For all those curious about recent real estate transactions on the South Fork, this week's recorded deed transfers.