The Old Coot cashes in
Finally, old coots like me get to cash in on gift registries! We missed out, “back in the day,” when we had our weddings. Guests…
Editorial
Collector Car Corner – ‘Unusual’ American Motors engine?
Q: Hello Greg. I receive the Troy Pennysaver, a weekly paper here in Troy, Pennsylvania, and the first thing I look for is your Collector…
Tinseltown Talks – William Shatner’s Trek Through Fatherhood
Her father commanded a spaceship in a popular ‘60s television series. Two decades later, in 1988, Melanie Shatner was featured alongside her dad in an…
Test Drive – 2015 Acura TLX
Entry Price: $31,445 Price as tested: $35,920 Following a continuing theme this year is yet another test drive of an all new vehicle, notably this…
The Old Coot gives a warning
Summer is just around the corner. Some of you may be planning a vacation with another couple. Be careful! A couple’s vacation can prove troublesome….
Rationing during World War II
This year’s Memorial Day weekend was beautiful! We couldn’t have asked for better weather. People were busy gardening, boating, fishing, or just enjoying being outdoors….
The Old Coot gets a comeuppance
A few weeks ago I explained why I ride a bicycle without a helmet, to complement a previous article where I explained why I ride…
Collector Car Corner – Reader recalls GMC’s V12 engine from 1960
Q: Hi Greg and if you answer this question, thanks in advance. My friends and I (all retired and mostly computer illiterate) have been discussing…
The Old Coot doesn’t see a weed, just beautiful yellow
There are a lot of spring blooms out there. Tulips, daffodils, lilacs, and my favorite – dandelions. Most people frown on them. I know what…
Bike Night kicks off with large turnout; Wreckless Marci on tap for Wednesday
Bike Night at Owego’s Parkview Hotel and Restaurant started out the year with sunny skies, and a great performance by the Tim Ruffo Band –…