Sample from 130 wines at York’s inaugural WineFest
ANN ARBOR, MI -- Those interested in learning more about wine can sample from more than 130 varieties at an Ann Arbor restaurant’s inaugural wine festival in early October. The festival will feature wines from around the world, seminars and two VIP wine dinners. WineFest will also have a rare wine cellar tasting hosted by York’s wine director, Kyo Jin. For those interested in learning more about wine, the festival will also feature four seminars hosted by local professionals. Topics include developments in Michigan wine, the evolution of Greek wine and the discussion and tasting of boutique Champagnes.
mlive.comSarah Ferguson seen for first time since Queen Elizabeth's death, views floral tributes with Prince Andrew
Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew viewed flowers left for Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle on Friday. The outing is the first time Ferguson has been seen since the queen's death.
news.yahoo.comBitter is better? Ducati Spritz cocktail at YORK in Ann Arbor makes the case
ANN ARBOR, MI - It takes work to end up as one of the many colorful cocktails on the summer-inspired menu at YORK in Ann Arbor. Consider the Ducati Spritz. It’s a basil and strawberry-infused, Amaro-inspired drink combining Campari, Strega, Fernet Branca, Orange Cordial, Prosecco and soda water to counter the typically sweet taste of a summer cocktail with something more bitter, but still fruity and light.
mlive.comMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Expand your wine and cheese palate with YORK’s European flair
ANN ARBOR, MI -- Despite bottles upon bottles of wine in the back room and exotic-sounding cheeses displayed at the counter, YORK is all about expanding its customers’ comfort zones and palates. YORK, in Ann Arbor, is a European-style café serving sandwiches, avocado toast, cheeseboards and a variety of wine and coffee drinks. The café also serves as a food and wine specialty shop. Inspired by European cafés, YORK’s menu covers “quite a bit,” said owner Tommy York. MORE ANN ARBOR LOCAL EATS:Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Yaya’s Pizza brings halal options to YpsilantiMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Hamburger Mary’s features Tower Inn favorites on blended menuMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Manchester Diner combines upscale flair with traditional favoritesMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Familiar favorites remain even after Casey’s Tavern menu refreshMichigan’s Best Local Eats: The Pretzel Bell features burgers, pizza, University of Michigan historyMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Find mini-macarons, chocolate eclairs at The Great CommonerMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Enjoy classic cheesesteaks, chili-cheese fries at Izzy’s Hoagie ShopMichigan’s Best Local Eats: The Crazy Diamond curates community with craft cocktailsMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Amadeus’ paprikash, pierogi inspired by owner’s travels around EuropeMichigan’s Best Local Eats: Check out the Kale-Yeah smoothie at Ypsilanti’s What’s In Your Cup?
mlive.comSheriff: gun bought 4 days before school shooting
Oakland County, Michigan Sheriff Michael Bouchard says the gun used in a school shooting on Tuesday was purchased by the suspect's father on November 26th. Three people were killed and eight wounded in Oxford, Michigan. The suspect is in custody. (Dec. 1)
news.yahoo.comIn French woods, rivals take aim at senator's WWI research
“Any work done using Mastriano is built upon poor, false research,” Gregory wrote. “The issue is not about a few meters’ difference between the two sites,” said Dutch journalist Stephan van Meulebrouck, who has written about the York site controversy. In early March, he made a nearly identical complaint to the University of New Brunswick, where the York research figured prominently in Mastriano's doctoral studies. The 59 pages of footnotes in Mastriano’s book cite — more than 150 times — York's 1928 pseudo-autobiography. Mastriano dismissed doubters in a September 2018 speech at the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.
Small Biz Saturday: Collaborations at YORK lift up small businesses amid pandemic
Through the Yard, YORK has found a way to not only support itself but to lift up other businesses in Southeast Michigan. But community members can find more than food trucks at York Yard. Their presence helps YORK, the smaller businesses get to sell their food, and community members desperate to break out of their stuck-inside routines can socialize safely outdoors. Community members can anticipate visits from Detroit-based vegan bakery Fig Detroit, Ann Arbor’s Side Biscuit and a special St. Patrick’s Day event. (Sarah Okin / YORK)Inside YORK, community members can find a full-service wine and beer shop, a quick-serve counter for sandwich and coffee needs, a full bar, and Ricewood BBQ.
AP: Trooper kicked, dragged Black man who died in custody
A Louisiana State Police trooper has been suspended without pay for kicking and dragging Greene, a handcuffed Black man whose in-custody death remains unexplained and the subject of a federal civil rights investigation. Body camera footage shows Master Trooper Kory York dragging Greene on his stomach by the leg shackles following a violent arrest and high-speed pursuit, according to internal State Police records obtained by The Associated Press. (Courtesy of the Greene family via AP)A Louisiana State Police trooper has been suspended without pay for kicking and dragging a handcuffed Black man whose in-custody death remains unexplained and the subject of a federal civil rights investigation. The video shows troopers choking and beating the man, repeatedly jolting him with stun guns and dragging him face-down across the pavement, the attorney told AP. AdState Police have repeatedly refused to publicly release the body camera footage.
Ann Arbor’s Cookie Colab combines cute with designer butter cookies
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The brainchild of Amy Lugo, Cookie Colab fuses Lugo’s background in graphic design with her Aunt Mary’s homemade butter cookie recipe. AdOwner Amy Lugo uses buttercream to make designs on Cookie Colab's signature butter cookies. (Amy Lugo/ Cookie Colab)Her homemade cookies aren’t what a lot of people expect from highly stylized cookies. It doesn’t dent or crack, but the buttercream is very delicate.”That buttercream also tastes better and, along with a butter cookie base, is what makes Cookie Colab cookies so good. Cookie Colab designs originally started out on holiday cookies when Lugo would bake with her daughter.
Sarah, Duchess of York, to publish debut historical romance
FILE - In this Monday, March 7, 2016 file photo, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, salutes during a press event, in Mexico City. Ferguson has landed a book deal for her debut novel for adults, a historical romance fictionalizing the life and loves of her great-great-great aunt. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell, file)LONDON – Sarah, the Duchess of York, has landed a book deal for her debut novel for adults, a historical romance fictionalizing the life and loves of her great-great-great aunt. Sarah was married to Prince Andrew, Queen Elizabeth's third child, but the couple divorced in the 1990s. Her novel, which was written with author Marguerite Kaye, is set to be published in August.
Here are 4 ways to treat yourself and help Ann Arbor businesses
ANN ARBOR, Mich. The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been hard on local businesses, but it has also impacted Ann Arbor community members. Here are four ways to treat yourself while supporting Ann Arbor businesses:Take a classIf you are refreshed by new knowledge, improve a skill or learn something new with a virtual class. If youre looking for something active, Ann Arbor Rec & Ed, Ann Arbor YMCA and many area gyms and fitness studios offer online classes. Main Street Ann Arbor made a list of Main Street stores that are offering gift cards if you dont know where to start. Related: Here are 4 cider mills near Ann Arbor to put you in the fall spirit
Patient dies after being left unattended in ER for 70 minutes
Officials confirmed the death of an ER patient at WellSpan York Hospital in August after being left unattended in the waiting room for approximately 70 minutes. YORK, Pennsylvania (CNN) - Officials confirmed the death of an ER patient at WellSpan York Hospital in August after being left unattended in the waiting room for approximately 70 minutes, WPMT reported. From around 11:09 a.m. until 12:20 p.m. there was no movement seen from the patient, according to the report. The patient was pronounced dead at 1:31 p.m. after he was found unresponsive in the ER waiting room and unsuccessful resuscitation efforts. Below is a statement from Allan Birenberg M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs, WellSpan York Hospital:"This was a rare event that occurred in our emergency department at WellSpan York Hospital.