Mountaintop views and a stylishly designed tasting room await at this historic Spring Mountain winery in St Helena combines classic wines and midcentury glamour Mountaintop views and a stylishly revamped tasting room await at Stony Hill in St Helena includes a stylish living room lounge where vinyl records spin plus a cozy library and a patio that showcases sweeping mountain views Helena’s Stony Hill made its reputation as a white wine house Credited with planting Napa Valley’s first Chardonnay vines in 1948 and opening one of the valley’s first post-Prohibition wineries in 1951 Stony Hill has spent more than seven decades championing lean white wines the winery is moving into the modern age with a revamped tasting room and a refined interpretation of its legendary house style When Fred and Eleanor McCrea bought an old goat ranch on Spring Mountain in 1943 the couple envisioned a summer home at the site But Fred soon came to believe that the high-elevation property with its volcanic mountain soils and limestone sublayer would be ideal for producing Burgundian-style Chardonnay and racy Riesling Stony Hill released its first wine in 1954 and the winery went on to become a cult favorite for its mineral-driven whites. Long Meadow Ranch picked up a majority stake in the winery in 2018, and two years later, Heitz Cellar owner Gaylon Lawrence Jr. and CEO Carlton McCoy Jr. bought Stony Hill Along with the McCrea family’s historic Chardonnay the estate’s certified-organic vineyards now include Cabernet Sauvignon Stony Hill sits in a remote location between St As you wind your way up a steep one-lane road you may find yourself wondering if you’ve somehow taken a wrong turn you’ll spot the midcentury home that serves as the winery tasting room Don’t be fooled by the structure’s understated appearance; in 2022-23 the McCrea family’s original 1951 home received a luxurious makeover The revamped space includes a stylish living room lounge where vinyl records spin — Curtis Mayfield’s “Superfly” was playing the day I visited — plus a cozy library and a patio that showcases sweeping mountain views Though the designers replaced the family’s “well-loved” furniture all of the pieces are vintage and many of Fred’s books remain Stony Hill’s wine style remains largely unchanged after 70 years though it appears to be moving in a slightly weightier direction has a silky texture and hints of pastry crust richness is aromatic and tangy with a zing of acidity Though Stony Hill made its reputation as a white wine house The 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ($250) is structured and delicate with aromas and flavors of ripe black cherries but the cost of a visit is pretty much in line with other high-end Napa properties Tastings start at $85 for the Taste of Stony Hill sampler (if you’re a Napa local Higher up on the bougie scale are the Residence Experience ($150) which includes cheese pairings and library wines and the Terroir Experience ($350) — a deluxe offering that features a vineyard tour in a Lexus SUV Since you’re already surrounded by Bothe-Napa Valley State Park the park includes 10 miles of trails amid a fragrant forest of redwood a favorite for its shady canopy and mixed evergreen forest then head to downtown Calistoga for a browse and a bite Stony Hill, 3331 St. Helena Highway North, St. Helena. Tastings by appointment only. stonyhillvineyard.com Tina Caputo is a wine, food and travel writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications, including SevenFifty Daily, Visit California, HuffPost and Sonoma magazine. Follow Tina on Twitter @winebroad, view her website at tinacaputo.com, and email her story ideas at tina@caputocontent.com Mujica-Parodi and Balázsi engaged with New York congressional delegation staff to emphasize the critical need for continued and increased federal investment in biomedical science With the crucial need for the advancement of biomedical technologies and innovations these researchers underscored how federal support is essential not only for academic and clinical advancements but also for training and retaining top-tier talent in the United States “Investing in biomedical research is an investment in the future of healthcare and our nation’s global leadership in innovation,” said Mujica-Parodi “America’s ability to retain and attract talented scientists depends on the available funding and support which ultimately drives progress in fields ranging from neurobiology to cancer treatment.” The Hill meetings highlighted the importance of federal funding not only for maintaining current biomedical research efforts but also for expanding them to meet future challenges With increasing competition from other countries must prioritize the funding of biomedical research to ensure it remains a global leader in healthcare innovation and scientific advancement but this leadership is increasingly under threat from competing nations investing heavily in their own biomedical sectors,” said Balázsi whose expertise focuses on genetic biotechnology we risk losing our competitive edge and the ability to develop the next generation of groundbreaking biomedical technologies.” The discussions also centered on the immediate needs of institutions like Stony Brook University where innovative research is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medicine Researchers like Mujica-Parodi and Balázsi contribute to advancements that could lead to new treatments for neurological disorders cancer and other life-threatening conditions these breakthroughs require sustained federal support AIMBE’s Capitol Hill Day serves as a critical platform for advocacy enabling researchers to directly engage with national policymakers and advocate for legislation that supports biomedical advancements The meetings between SBU researchers and congressional staff underscored the importance of this ongoing dialogue and the necessity of federal investment to fuel the next generation of medical breakthroughs Stony Brook’s Office of Federal Relations joined Mujica-Parodi and Balázsi during the AIMBE Hill visits and works on a daily basis with the New York congressional delegation to advance SBU’s federal priorities and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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Travel news, reviews and intel for high-flyers Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); United is elevating its wine offerings on board thanks to a new partnership with luxury wine importer and producer Demeine Estates United‘s Polaris customers have an opportunity to sample some of Napa’s legendary wines during their next business class flight Stony Hill and Heitz Cellar (Stony Hill made its debut in 1951 while Heitz followed a decade later in 1961) are wineries that have spent decades honing their craft and specializing in viticulture to create timeless expressions of the best of Napa The debut of these wines is part of United’s wine program overhaul – its largest to date – and ongoing investment in elevating its food and beverage offerings This is a first-of-its-kind strategic alliance partnership between United and Demeine Estates “This partnership meaningfully elevates the in-flight experience for our business class travelers by offering access to iconic terroir-driven wines that reflect the craftsmanship and heritage of Napa Valley,” says Aaron McMillan managing director of hospitality programs at United “Through our collaboration with Demeine Estates we’re bringing consistently high-quality selections—like Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon and Stony Hill Chardonnay—onboard allowing our passengers to enjoy world-class wines that they might otherwise only experience at top restaurants or vineyards.” the Heitz Cellar Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was an ideal fit for this inaugural partnership because it showcases the post-Prohibition classical winemaking style that defines Heitz Cellar and the Stony Hill Napa Valley Chardonnay is special because it is only made in certain years they are ideal for in-flight because “both wineries showcase balanced acidity and moderate alcohol which are characteristics of wine that show well at altitude.” Both wines will be offered during United’s inaugural promotional period then look for Stony Hill Napa Valley Chardonnay during summer flights “The Demeine Estates collaboration is the first of several exciting wine partnerships on the horizon and a part of our ongoing efforts to create an elevated food and beverage program centered around regional authenticity Heitz Cellar Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon: Founded in 1961 Heitz Cellar is one of Napa County’s iconic wineries with a heritage that shines through in their wines this full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon is a true expression of the breadth of Napa Valley terroir This wine was ranked #3 on Wine Spectator’s 2021 Top 100 list Stony Hill Chardonnay: Stony Hill dates back to 1951 and is considered by many to be “America’s greatest white wine estate.” Vineyards are farmed organically and the cooler microclimate lends their silky Chardonnay a refreshing mineral edge This wine was named one of the Top 10 American Wines of 2024 by Decanter Website created by Ink Studio The Industry's Leading Publication for Wineries and Growers 2025) – Fine wine importer Demeine Estates and United Airlines are excited to announce a first-of-its-kind strategic alliance partnership that will give customers in United’s Polaris business class the opportunity to experience luxury wines from Lawrence Wine Estates’ renowned Napa Valley portfolio highlighting selections from legacy wineries Heitz Cellar and Stony Hill on board This partnership marks United’s first-ever Just as Heitz Cellar Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Stony Hill Napa Valley Chardonnay are flagships for their iconic wineries United Polaris is the benchmark for excellence for premium cabin travel This partnership represents both companies’ commitment to top tier hospitality “We are excited to embark on this innovative partnership with United Airlines to bring fine wines from Heitz Cellar and Stony Hill to the skies,” said Philana Bouvier “We are proud to offer pre-eminent Napa Valley wines of the highest quality from historical along with working closely with David Devine and MJDA with United aligns closely with Demeine Estates’ values and we are thrilled to offer options for travelers to taste and experience Napa Valley history on board.” Demeine Estates is widely known for representing importing and marketing some of the world's finest wines and their portfolio parallels United’s commitment to creating a premium on-board experience for its customers The partnership with Demeine Estates is reflective of United’s ongoing investment to elevate the airline’s food and beverage offerings “United customers expect the absolute best quality whether that be in terms of service or in-flight offerings—and these wines from Demeine Estates are no exception,” said Aaron McMillan “It is our hope that the addition of Heitz Cellar and Stony Hill wines to our Polaris offerings will further demonstrate our tireless commitment to making the in-flight experience the best it can be.” Heitz Cellar: Having played a major role in shaping the history of Napa Valley winemaking The estate’s dedication to viticulture and timeless post-prohibition style winemaking have ensured the winery’s continued notoriety globally Heitz Cellar Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon: A classically made full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon that is a true expression of the breadth of Napa Valley terroir This wine was ranked #3 on Wine Spectator’s 2021 Top 100 list Stony Hill: With a truly unique terroir and climate within Napa Valley and similar to Burgundy Stony Hill is considered to be “America’s greatest white wine estate.” The estate vineyards are farmed organically and are cultivated to keep the integrity of the land and winemaking style intact Stony Hill Napa Valley Chardonnay: A true expression of classic Stony Hill Chardonnay saline cornerstone that has become the stamp of this dynamic vineyard This wine was also named one of the Top 10 American Wines of 2024 by Decanter The expansion of Polaris wine offerings to include Heitz Cellar and Stony Hill is part of United's holistic wine program overhaul – its largest to date – and ongoing investment in elevating its food and beverage offerings the airline has focused on expanding their range of restaurant-quality premium wine brands as part of their on-board experience is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL" This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page View the discussion thread. 2024 at 11:45 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Yardley-Makefield Fire Company handled a car engine fire early Tuesday morning in the area of Stony Hill Road and Bluestone Drive (Yardley-Makefield Fire Company)LOWER MAKEFIELD TOWNSHIP PA —A car fire started the morning off for the Yardley-Makefield Fire Company YMFC personnel along with Engine 30 from Falls Township Fire Company were dispatched to the area of Stony Hill Road and Bluestone Drive for a vehicle on fire at 7 a.m Fire crews found the car engine fully engulfed Engine 30 arrived first and went in service with Utility 80s crew assisting with manpower YMFC fire police assisted with diverting traffic while operations were conducted Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. 2024 at 2:53 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Yardley-Makefield Fire Company responded to a multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 332 and Stony Hill Road in Lower Makefield Township on Monday morning PA —A multi-vehicle crash at a busy township intersection Monday morning had emergency crews removing a door to free someone trapped inside The Yardley-Makefield Fire Company responded at 11 a.m Monday along with Engine 22 from the Langhorne Middletown Fire Company to the intersection of Route 332 and Stony Hill Road for a multi-vehicle accident with possible entrapment Rescue 45 from Newtown Fire Rescue was added to the incident due to the reports A door removal was needed for one of the vehicles The YMFC Fire Police assisted with traffic control until the vehicles were removed It was unknown whether there were any injuries from the crash Stony Hill Farm owner Alice Colman prunes and trellises tomatoes at the farm in Wilbraham on Thursday morning Stony Hill Farm owner Alice Colman hoes the onion field at the farm in Wilbraham on Thursday morning Stony Hill Farm owner Alice Colman wheels a barrel full of cabbage that bolted after a recent heat wave at the farm in Wilbraham on Thursday morning Stony Hill Farm owner Alice Colman at the farm in Wilbraham on Thursday morning Alice Colman recalls the day a routine fennel harvest turned into a wake-up call carefully examining a plant’s feathery leaves she felt herself growing increasingly frustrated with the crop’s appearance Colman was startled by the warm tears trickling down her face “I remember thinking ‘this is not normal.’ I should be able to get through a harvest without crying Nobody else cares about what the fennel looks like,” she said “I was not responding in a normal way to this little hiccup in my day.” unpredictable weather and a slew of other stressors Just talking to her each week for a couple months in the summer helped me feel a lot better,” she said “I used to think I had to solve everything on my own but now I really believe in the power of talking through my problems.” suicide rates for workers in agriculture and other outdoor sectors are over three times the state average according to a 2022 data brief from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health The National Rural Health Association confirms that these statistics are consistent across the country focusing on farmer’s mental health is somewhat new Department of Agriculture launched the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network which provides grants to states to establish networks connecting agriculture workers to stress assistance programs the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources in 2023 launched MassGrown Wellness a program to connect agricultural workers with mental health resources a statewide peer support group has been added to the program “Agriculture is a very stressful way of work and life it has very high suicide rates,” said Greg Porell project coordinator for the state Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Department of Agriculture has recognized this for a while and finally started to fund (mental health) programs specifically for farmers.” In a statewide survey of over 200 agricultural community members conducted in 2022 MDAR found that of the 80% of respondents who reported being aware of mental health and wellness resources “There’s a pretty significant stigma associated with farmer’s mental health and not being strong enough to solve their own problems which is a major obstacle in the ag community,” said Porell “Farmers think that they should be able to handle things themselves.” While post-pandemic rates of mental illness have skyrocketed nationally and as pressures on farms — both economic and weather-related — have risen farmers across Massachusetts are trying to come together to try to mitigate the burden Like many agricultural workers struggling with their mental health Colman attributes her “fennel incident” to a culmination of stressors Colman founded Stony Hill Farm in Wilbraham nine years ago She worked hard to develop 9 acres of her parcel into farmed land that she planted and harvested herself she started running a community supported agriculture (CSA) program a production and marketing model that allows community members to purchase a “share” of a farm in exchange for a portion of the harvests While CSAs are designed to help farmers by providing them with funding at the start of the season to invest in equipment and seeds Colman found that the pressure of adding the CSA “Suddenly I had to harvest 20 weeks’ worth of shares for 50 people,” she said There were too many things that I was worried about all at once.” unable to make crucial decisions and devise solutions to problems that arose on the farm Colman’s brother had committed suicide two years earlier her proximity to her brother’s mental health challenges enabled Colman to recognize the importance of intervention and human connection in averting similar tragedies maintaining a healthier mental equilibrium While workers in the agriculture industry face many of the same stressors people in other professions grapple with like balancing professional and personal life the impact of these stressors is often exacerbated by industry-specific factors that remain largely out of their control farming is the only thing we can imagine doing with our lives,” said Laura Harlow Leighton a vegetable farmer and founder of Rock Harvest Farm in New Braintree it’s overwhelming to have no control over so many parts of your business A survey conducted by MDAR found that 59% of participants cited “weather and other forces out of my control” as having an impact on their mental health and wellness Fifty-three percent of participants cited “long hours and stressful working conditions,” and 47% cited “financial stress and uncertainty and estate planning.” “Climate change and changing weather patterns are some of the biggest concerns of the agricultural community we really recognize that it’s out of our control when the weather hits,” said Ashley Randle the MDAR commissioner and fifth -eneration dairy farmer on Indian Acres Farm in South Deerfield a frost in May and flooding in the summer months destroyed crops flooded farmland and cost farmers millions lost $225,000 worth of forage crop to the unprecedented flooding of the Connecticut River and subsequent rainfall that hit the region last summer About 40 acres of our corn rotted and the rest was stunted in growth,” said Denise Barstow Manz a member of the seventh generation of Barstow dairy farmers We lost the entire second and third cuttings to the rain Losses mirroring those of Barstow Longview Farm were suffered across the state by farms of varying sizes Recovering from such difficulties may be even more trying for farmers who are relatively new to the business “I see the mental health challenges as being more of a problem for the younger generation because there are so many challenges and they don’t have the resources to deal with it,” Crane said Yet one of the largest barriers to agriculture workers accessing mental health resources is a generational stigma against it according to the National Institutes of Health “I think that there’s like this old guard of farmers that would be skeptical about things like therapy there’s this idea that you just can suppress all of the stress,” said Leighton you gotta get this right now — I’m not here to judge anybody’s methods.” Colman and Leighton are now implementing the lessons they learned through their personal experiences with the struggles of farming and their mental health to reach out and help other farmers across the state Both serve as volunteer peer support network team members for MassGrown Wellness When MDAR was awarded a $500,000 grant from Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network in 2020 Porell said FarmFirst in Vermont was the only state-run farmer mental health program they were aware of several other New England states have developed similar programs in tandem with MDAR which connects farmers to volunteer peer counselors It launched in May during National Mental Health Awareness Month Once the federal Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network funding is exhausted in August Porell said the program will be funded by MDAR The state agriculture agency has been working closely with farmworkers across the state to develop a program they will be comfortable using “Farmers have expressed that if they’re going to be willing to discuss their concerns they wanted to speak to someone that understood agriculture,” Porell said there’s not a lot of therapists in the field dedicated to just the agricultural community.” The Peer Support team consists of 13 members from across the state with varying levels of experience and ages In addition to the peer support team members Porell said MDAR has trained close to 100 people from the agricultural community and MDAR on the QPR Method of psychological first aid — “question persuade and refer” — to establish empathetic connections with distressed callers “That’s the connection with the farmers talking to a farmer you lost your flock to avian flu this year When Leighton first sought professional psychotherapy she said she felt a disconnect with her therapist “It felt like I was just telling her how to farm more than talking about how it made me feel,” said Leighton “It’s good to talk to other farmers because we understand each other you don’t have to catch up on things like that.” Leighton said talking to peers can also provide callers with an opportunity to vent and release their frustrations I can talk s--- about farming all day long I don’t think therapists would want to talk s--- with you The peer support team can also refer callers to partner organizations that act as a “contact hub” for the agricultural community members in their regions Partner organizations consist of member-based agricultural programs like Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) MassGrown Wellness’ resources are free of charge Porell said the aim of the program is to be an accessible resource for all Massachusetts agricultural workers and their families While the program is still in its infancy and the discussion surrounding agricultural worker’s mental health is just starting to gain traction community members and orchestrators alike are optimistic that things are heading in the right direction “It excites me that [farmers] are talking more openly about being stressed and the problems they’re going through — not just pretending that everything’s great,” Colman said Even if callers ultimately do not use the resources MassGrown Wellness provides just having a human connection and outlet can make all the difference “Just verbalizing the things that are stressing you out so that they’re not just like helps put stuff in perspective,” Colman said “[When] you [can] bounce stuff off with people and get suggestions for problems that are coming up during the day … it can make it a lot less isolating.” you agree with our use of cookies to personalize your experience measure ads and monitor how our site works to improve it for our users While pumpkin picking and hayrides are fun fall activities there's just nothing like kicking off the season by getting lost in the trails of a corn maze And considering New Jersey is the Garden State there are plenty of farms operating their own variation of this classic fall attraction Between corn mazes that are 10 acres in size those that are themed after beloved country singers or iconic cartoon figures and ones where you play games along the way you're bound to get a new experience with every place you visit Here are some of New Jersey's best corn mazes for you to visit this fall: If you're looking for a unique corn maze experience In celebration of Luke Bryan's 15th annual Farm Tour both of the farms' locations have designed their corn mazes — more than 5 acres in size — after the five-time Entertainer of the Year These are just two of the more than 35 farms across the U.S and Canada that are hosting Luke Bryan-themed corn mazes this season There will also be interactive games to quiz guests on Bryan The corn mazes in both Washington and South Brunswick will be open Saturdays and Sundays through Halloween Go: 438 Route 57 West, Washington, 908-689-3761 and 505 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-8656; vonthunfarms.com this year's theme for their sprawling 10-acre corn maze is "Big Top!" Visitors will be met with a circus-inspired maze filled with different circus fun facts for them to read as they navigate and a variety of games to play along the way there is a mini corn maze for the farm's younger guests Go: 15 North Road, Chester; 908-879-2908, stonyhillfarms.com What if you were able to make some fun fall memories while also making a difference For every person that visits the 9-acre corn maze at Donaldson Farms in Hackettstown this fall season $1 of the entry fee will be donated to The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Disease Research The corn maze is also shaped like a race car in honor of the foundation's logo After navigating your way through the corn maze — which is open through Oct 31 — you can enjoy other Fall Harvest Weekends activities Go: 358 Allen Road, Hackettstown; 908-852-9122, donaldsonfarms.net As part of the annual Great Pumpkin Festival Heaven Hill Farm is home to a spacious corn maze This year's theme is "The Big Top," so get ready to navigate your way through paths shaped like a circus tent The Great Pumpkin Festival will be open daily throughout the fall season Go: 451 NJ-94, Vernon Township; 973-764-5144, heavenhillfarm.com Wightman Farms in Morristown has an entire area dedicated to mazes as part of their fall festival You can visit the farm on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the fall season Go: 1111 Mt Kemble Ave., Morristown; 973-425-9819, wightmanfarms.com you can enjoy a scenic hayride around the farm's pond The hayride will take you out to the field Go: 85 Airmount Ave., Mahwah; 201--529-2595, secorfarms.com Ort Farms is home to a 6-acre corn maze that is open to explore daily throughout the fall The family-owned farm also offers hayrides Go: 25 Bartley Road, Long Valley; 908-76-3351, ortfarms.com Stop by Middle Valley Farms to get lost in their 6-acre corn maze pick-your-own pumpkin patch and farm stand These activities are open on Saturdays and Sundays through the end of October Go: 304 Pleasant Valley Road, Mendham Township; 973-543-7789, middlevalleyfarms.com you can stop by Lentini Farms to explore the 10-acre corn maze as part of the farm's annual Fall Festival Because the design changes for the corn maze each year you'll get a unique experience even if you've visited for a previous fall season all guests can visit the Harvest Moon Booth after completing the maze for a free apple as well as a haunted hayride starting at the end of September Go: Route 94 South, 251 High St., Newton; 973-579-2424, lentinifarms.com In addition to their child-friendly corn maze Fairfield Farms will offer fall activities like family-friendly hayrides a rolling tube ride and more daily from Sept There will also be both daytime and nighttime "Spooky Trail" hayrides held at night on Fridays through Sundays or during the day on Saturdays and Sundays Go: 117 Big Piece Road, Fairfield; 973-632-9186, fairfieldfarms.net Bullock Farms in Cream Ridge will be home to a slew of fall activities on Fridays through Sundays during the fall season where you can navigate your way through winding trails on the side of a hill There's also a lookout tower inside the maze for visitors to take in scenic views of the farm as well as two smaller mazes for young children Other fall attractions here include hayrides to the farm's pick-your-own pumpkin field a 1967 International Harvester grain truck that's been converted into a corn box and more Go: 83 Emleys Hill Road, Cream Ridge; 609-758-8726, bullockfarms.com you can navigate your way through a 4-acre corn maze In honor of the 75th anniversary of Peanuts this year's corn maze features trails in the shape of Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang You can also enjoy the farm's other Fall Festival weekend activities like pumpkin picking You can get in on this fall fun on Saturdays and Sundays in September or Thursday through Sunday in October and November Go: 1250 Lacey Road, Forked River; 609-693-3513, argosfarm.com Happy Day Farm in Manalapan has two featured mazes this fall the farm will have a Snoopy-themed maze in honor of the 75th anniversary of Peanuts the farm will also have a Luke Bryan-themed corn maze in honor of the singer's 15th annual Farm Tour Both of these mazes will be part of Maize-O-Poly where you search the maze for each square on your Maize-O-Poly game board where you can answer questions over text from the intelligent question master for clues on how to complete the maze Other fall activities here include pumpkin picking Most of these activities are offered Friday through Sunday until Nov while select activities are offered on Monday the Fall Fun Fest at Maple Leaf Farms includes a wooden train These activities are open on Saturdays and Sundays through Oct Go: 525 US-9, Manalapan Township; 732-851-4400, mapleleaffarmnj.com Emery's Farm in New Egypt is offering two corn mazes this fall season: a 9-acre corn maze in the theme of "The Farm Scene Investigation" and a 2-acre "Treasure Hunt" corn maze The "Treasure Hunt" corn maze and pumpkin display is open daily through the end of October and both corn mazes and hayrides are open on weekends through the end of October Go: 346 Long Swamp Road, New Egypt; 609-758-8514, emerysfarm.com Coombs Barnyard in Elmer is offering a unique corn maze experience guests are invited to bring a flashlight and navigate the farm's corn maze in the dark After exploring this family-friendly corn maze you can purchase pumpkins and fall foods at the farm Go: 20 NJ-77, Elmer; 609-364-2520, coombsbarnyard.com Dalton Farms will be hosting a corn maze for the first time this year The farm is home to a Snoopy-themed maze in honor of the 75th anniversary of Peanuts All of these activities are open Wednesday through Monday until Oct Go: 660 Oak Grove Road, Swedesboro; 856-628-7313, daltonfarms.com With a theme of "The Chicken & The Egg," you can explore the 8-acre corn maze at Etsch Farms in Monroe Township The maze also features a hidden crossword puzzle game throughout its trails and there is a second smaller corn maze available take a ride on the corn train or hayride and shop the farm's selection of baked goods All of these activities are open on weekends from Sept Go: 556 Buckelew Ave. #522, Monroe Township; 732-794-6785, etschfarms.com The Howell Living History Farm is more than 250 years old and home to the longest-running corn maze in New Jersey This year's theme for the 4-acre maze is "The American Quilt," and it features two miles of paths with a maze master tower Go: 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville; 609-737-3299, howellfarm.org Indian Acres Tree Farm has a giant sorghum maze for you to explore The maze is broken up into two sections: a little 3-acre maze with 19 scarecrows for you to find or a big 4-acre maze with 21 scarecrows to find You can visit the giant sorghum maze daily from Sept or participate in the other festivities on weekends only Go: 111 Tuckerton Road, Medford; 609-953-0087, indianacrestreefarm.com Johnson's Corner Farm is home to a 5-acre corn maze for all ages It's available as an upgrade from the farm's Fall Harvest Hayride and is open on Friday through Sunday until Oct barnyard animals and more will also be available Go: 133 Church Road, Medford; 609-654-8643, johnsonsfarm.com East WindsorThe summer Olympics in Paris may be over but that doesn't mean you have to forget about all the fun Navigate through winding trails and see if you can end up on top of the podium The farm is open daily throughout the fall season Go: 201 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor; 609-448-0629, leeturkeyfarm.com At Mood's Farm Market you can vote for your favorite candy — M&M's or Skittles — at one of the four voting areas throughout their corn maze Go: 901 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill; 856-478-2500, moodsfarmmarket.com The Red Barn Farm is home to yet another 10-acre Luke Bryan-themed corn maze in honor of the singer's 15th annual Farm Tour You can also participate in the jumper air pillow These attractions are open on Friday through Sunday until Nov Go: 391 US-206, Hammonton; 609-517-2711, theredbarn.farm 2025 at 12:29 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A 36-year-old Bristol man was killed early Monday morning after his car struck a tree on northbound Route 1 PA —A 36-year-old Bristol man was killed after his car struck a tree on Route 1 early Monday morning Falls Township Police said a passing motorist reported seeing the tail lights of a vehicle in the wooded area on the right side of northbound Route 1 between North Oxford Valley Road and Stony Hill Road at 12:53 a.m he found that the 2010 Nissan Altima had struck a tree Police officers responded and found that the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle Mary Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased Drugs and alcohol are not believed to be a factor in the fatal crash Anyone with information is assigned to contact the assigned investigator, Detective David Gold, at (215) 302-3325 or via email at d.gold@fallstwppd.com. 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Pictured is the current inside of Stony Hill School WAUBEKA — Stony Hill School was built in the 1850s who had a spirit of patriotism and deep love for our American Flag he left for Valparaiso to attend dentistry school and later graduated from Northwestern he never forgot Stony Hill School and that first Flag Day dedication He continued his crusade for the flag in hopes it would one-day become a national holiday his devotion to the flag was rewarded when President Woodrow Wilson declared June 14 as National Flag Day “the flag has vindicated its right to be honored by all nations of the world and feared by none who do righteousness.” Dr The last class was held at the school in about 1916 The building stood empty for many years and was used by the county as an equipment/maintenance shed the National Fraternal Congress was determined to restore Stony Hill School so it would once again look like the proud birthplace of Flag Day the Wisconsin Fraternal Congress deeded the school to the Ozaukee County Historical Society Now the schoolhouse is the focus of the Ozaukee County Historical Society’s educational school tours held each spring and fall Students from the five-county area come and learn about Bernard Cigrand and what life was like attending a one-room schoolhouse 782 students visited Stony Hill on such tours the Ozaukee County Historical Society made some much needed improvements to the building by patching the plaster installing new shutters and new light fixtures Each year on the weekend closest to June 14 the Ozaukee County Historical Society continues to honor our flag by continuing the tradition of Bernard Cigrand at an annual Flag Day Celebration This year it will be held from noon to 4 p.m The American Spirit Quartet will sing the national anthem at 12:30 p.m. the 132nd US Army Reserve Band will perform patriot selections at 1 p.m The school will be open for touring and skits portraying Bernard Cigrand will take place throughout the afternoon refreshments will be served and the event is free and open to all Stony Hill School is located at N5595 Highway I 10 things to know this week from the WOW counties (Waukesha Ozaukee and Washington) sent on Sundays Get the latest Ozaukee County news delivered Tuesday and Thursdays so you don't miss out on updates Have Ozaukee County breaking news alerts sent to your inbox as they happen Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: 2024 at 2:27 pm ETThe sprinkler system contained the blaze to a small section of the warehouse while firefighters worked to extinguish the boat motors and lithium-ion batteries involved in the fire (Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Company)The sprinkler system contained the blaze to a small section of the warehouse while firefighters worked to extinguish the boat motors and lithium-ion batteries involved in the fire CT — No one was injured when Bethel firefighters tackled a warehouse fire Tuesday evening Crews from the Bethel Fire Department and Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Company were dispatched to 32 Henry Street at 8:24 p.m when an automatic fire alarm was activated The fire companies upgraded the classification to "working fire" following the activation of a second alarm Additional crews from Danbury and Brookfield were then called to the scene The sprinkler system contained the blaze to a small section of the warehouse while firefighters worked to extinguish the boat motors and lithium-ion batteries involved in the fire, according to Stony Hill fire officials searching for and extinguishing pockets of fire and ventilating the large warehouses adjacent to the fire building Due to the hazard that lithium-ion batteries pose when subjected to fire and heat the Danbury Fire Department's HazMat team and a crew from the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection were called to the scene for an assessment It was determined that the batteries would be disposed of by an outside environmental company contractor according to the Bethel Emergency Management & Fire Marshal Office Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. 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A section of Old Stony Hill Road in St Andrew will be closed for repairs on Saturday the National Works Agency (NWA) has advised will start from the vicinity of Mountain Slope Road down to the intersection with Constant Spring Road The roadway is scheduled to be reopened by 6:00 p.m Manager of Communication and Customer Services at the NWA says the closure is to facilitate repairs to the road’s surface with the removal of the old asphalt pavement He said that subsequent re-paving activities are expected to be completed within a week He said interim updates will be provided once schedules are confirmed motorists travelling from Constant Spring can access Old Stony Hill Road and environs by travelling via Long Lane to Stony Hill Square They would then make a left at the Fesco Gas Station onto Christopher Road which will take them back to Old Stony Hill Road The reverse will obtain for motorists travelling from the vicinity of the work zone Motorists are being advised to obey the instructions of flag persons and posted warning signs The NWA says the work forms part of the road repairs component of the $3 billion Relief Emergency Assistance and Community Help (REACH) programme Follow The Gleaner on X and Instagram @JamaicaGleaner and on Facebook @GleanerJamaica. 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Within the span of four years DJ Zacky has emerged as one of the most in-demand disc jocks on the teenage party landscape who is presently a first-year business administration student at the University of Technology Jamaica (UTech) decided to spread some Christmas cheer to students at Stony Hill Primary School DJ Zacky and his team (Zision Entertainment) spent some time with students while bringing smiles to the faces of the young ones “I am incredibly grateful for the constant support I receive from my family Their encouragement has been a driving force in helping me to pursue my passion for music and connecting with others This journey has shown me the importance of community and I believe in using my platform to make a positive impact on the lives of those around me,” DJ Zacky Said DJ Zacky: “I feel grateful to have the opportunity to give back to the community especially by ensuring that every child experiences the joy of Christmas I want to spread happiness during this festive season I am committed to improving the learning environment for young minds knowing that education shapes their future Giving back allows me to share my blessings and inspire others to do the same I would like to thank everyone who came on board and made this possible.” DJ Zacky made his first philanthropic effort when he donated $150,000 to McLaughlin Basic School He shared why he chose to give back to the Stony Hill Primary School this year “I heard about the school around a year ago and I just immediately found a connection with them and the children there I have always been very grateful for my success and in the season of Christmas I feel like every child should get the opportunity to smile and have a moment to remember,” DJ Zacky explained Aside from gifts and treats for the children while bounce houses were added as extra fun for the children Minor repairs to the institution were also done When Wendy Palumbo of Oakland learned that Stony Hill Inn, the legendary events venue and restaurant in Hackensack, was closing August 1 Her daughter's christening was held there as was her communion party celebrated most every wedding anniversary at the Inn.  And in January it was the first restaurant they dined indoors in since the pandemic The caption read: "If you only go out to eat once every nine months Palumbo is among the hundreds of North Jersey residents who were crushed to learn that Stony Hill Inn, housed in a two-century-old expansive Dutch homestead on Polifly Road "It was our go-to place for special occasions." a recent Hawthorne resident, considers the Stony Hill Inn special too 'Ghost kitchens': As trend grows, here's where to find them in North Jersey Trending: Fair Lawn teen accepted into five Ivy League schools. His unusual essay helped William, did not get married at the Inn — "It was too small for our wedding," she explained; they wed at the Westmount County Club in Woodland Park instead — the couple celebrated their "dating anniversaries" there.  "We loved it," Brucella said. "The food was exquisite Shannon Prenenski of Lyndhurst got married at the Inn on New Year's Eve 2018 It was the last restaurant she and her husband went to before their baby was born on January 6.  "We are going to miss it," she said.  For four years, Michael DeNigris of New Milford was the executive chef at the Inn "I cooked for two governors — Chris Christie and James Florio." His most memorable event was a New Jersey DARE function that was so big a huge tent had to be installed outdoors I started working at 4 o'clock in the morning." He said not enough people knew that it was a restaurant and not just a catering hall The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale and The Venetian in Garfield.  Things to do: From patios to alleyways, here are nine North Jersey beer gardens to enjoy on a sunny day Eat here now: North Jersey restaurant openings + food truck festivals for the spring The Inn opened as a restaurant in 1937; two wings were added on for catering events decades later the Inn had booked many weddings over the past year that, due to the pandemic could not withstand the economic devastation of COVID-19 "We lost all our parties," Lori Rubino, general manager, told The Record last week. "We got more than 100 cancellations from big and small events." And while some clients rescheduled "a lot of guests still don't feel comfortable coming out." She added that all catering events "currently booked will be fully refunded."  She also encouraged those with weddings of up to 100 consider the Inn's sister space Esther Davidowitz is the food editor for NorthJersey.com. For more on where to dine and drink, please subscribe today and sign up for our North Jersey Eats newsletter Email: davidowitz@northjersey.com  Twitter: @estherdavido  Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker was shot dead Wednesday night and his stepson injured during a robbery at a shop on Airy Castle Road in Stony Hill “I don’t know where to turn and what to do Three of us live together and I came home and heard that one dead and one gone to hospital It is not a good feeling to come and buck up in that,” said Lucille Lewis “We live here for over 40 years,” she told the Jamaica Observer insisting that Wizard never deserved such a death I don’t feel like I am coming back out here to drink again He was a jovial person and a good man and this was not supposed to happen I heard around 10 shots fire about 7:25 Wednesday night.” add another historic estate to their portfolio with the famed Spring Mountain vineyard and winery located in Napa's Spring Mountain District The sale includes the Stony Hill brand and inventory and its 30 acres of vineyards Lawrence and McCoy have appointed Jaimee Motley founder and winemaker of her namesake brand "We've become almost hopelessly nostalgic about some of these sites in Napa Valley," McCoy Jr citing the importance of the history and people behind recent acquisitions "The more you learn about Napa and its history you realize people don't always understand the significance that some people have had in the valley." Stony Hill was one of the first Napa Valley wineries built after Prohibition and to this day remains one of the few more renowned for its white wines than red Former proprietor Fred McCrea was a mentor for many people "The McCreas stuck by their ideals of making structurally balanced wines even during the bigger is better mentality," said McCoy Jr. "and we plan to continue to make wine there as the McCrea family has done since the 1950s." Fred and Eleanor McCrea purchased the property as a weekend getaway in 1943 but began planting vines in 1948 they would add Gewürztraminer and Sémillon they have also added Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah Though many of the vines have gone through replants and some Chardonnay vines are more than 30 years old Stay on top of important wine stories with Wine Spectator's free Breaking News Alerts Eleanor managed the business while Fred made the wines developing the winery's signature bright and flinty Chardonnay The Chardonnay winemaking style that made the brand famous never veered: fermented in neutral oak barrels After Eleanor's passing in 1991, her son Peter and daughter-in-law Willinda took over managing the winery. In 2011, their daughter Sarah joined the business. The Hall family of Long Meadow Ranch purchased a majority stake in 2018, with Sarah McCrea joining Long Meadow Ranch's executive team, and her father, Peter, staying on as part of an advisory board. When Long Meadow Ranch invested, part of the plan was to provide capital for improved infrastructure and increasing the winery's awareness through national distribution. They also undertook replanting portions of the vineyard and began to convert the vineyard to organic. How much was accomplished in the short time is unknown. "We are strengthening our business by making some important decisions to sharpen our strategic focus and are pleased that historic Stony Hill Vineyard is now in the excellent care of Carlton McCoy and Gaylon Lawrence," said Chris Hall, executive vice president. McCoy said his goal is to have the family involved as much as they are willing to provide context and be part of the evolution. "The McCreas lived and breathed the estate, and we're fortunate enough to purchase it and continue to be part of the evolution." Stony Hill has always been a modest operation, producing roughly 5,000 cases per year, made in an old farm-style building. A visit to the estate, surrounded by Bothe State Park, invokes the Napa that the McCreas knew when they established the winery—pastoral and undeveloped. The vineyard stretches upward on a northeast-exposed slope ranging in elevation from 800 to 1,550 feet. McCoy said newly appointed winemaker Motley already has a deep reverence for the property. "Her eyes light up when she walks the vineyard; it has been like going to church for her," he said, noting that one of their core values is to find winemakers and caretakers that are passionate about estates. "I've always admired her style," he said. "She has a way with aromatics and an incredibly delicate touch and approach to purity." Motley is an up-and-coming winemaker who worked as Pax Mahle's assistant winemaker beginning in 2015 before starting her namesake brand a few years later. Laurie Taboulet, former national sales manager for Larkmead, will take on the role of estate director. Unlike many companies that try to consolidate to save money or assuage risk, McCoy and Lawrence are almost intentionally structuring things to be inefficient. McCoy admits costs will be higher to operate each of their estates separately, but believes it will pay off down the road. "Consolidating saves money, but then you risk losing individuality and identity," he said. "Estates are not brands. They're expressions of terroir and the people behind it." 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Jamaica – A man has been slapped with a battery of charges following a series of robberies last month He has been identified as 29-year-old Akeem Scott Scott has been charged with simple larceny The charges stem from a series of incidents on October 31 during which Scott allegedly entered a business brandishing a knife and robbed one customer of a Samsung cellular phone before going into another business place and grabbing a second phone now allegedly armed with a knife and scissors cutting his finger and clothes before being restrained and arrested by lawmen was charged after being treated at hospital Jamaica — The Ministry of Education is urging anyone with information on Thursday night’s fatal shooting of two high school students in Airy Castle Stony Hill in St Andrew to come forward and assist the security forces the ministry has expressed “profound sadness” at the killing of Niquan Whitely of Meadowbrook High School and Jumain Henry who attended Oberlin High The two were reportedly attacked and shot in the head while on their way home from school The grizzly images were plastered on social media platforms “This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the education sector and the wider community The ministry condemns this senseless act of violence and extends heartfelt condolences to the families and school communities of Niquan and Jumain,” the ministry said in a statement on Friday It said comprehensive support is being provided to the school communities during this challenging time with counselling sessions being conducted with students The ministry shared that Oberlin High has initiated home visits to provide direct support to Jumain’s family while Meadowbrook High has invited Niquan’s family to participate in grief counselling sessions organised by the school The ministry said it was fully committed to supporting both schools and the affected families Additional counselling resources have been mobilised and deployed to assist students and staff in coping with the traumatic event a resident of Airy Castle told Observer Online that the community has seen a steady increase in criminal activity in recent years “The area is tense as we don’t know why these young men who were students were killed and we don’t know if there is going to be any reprisal,” she said Lawrence Wine Estates supports a growing collection of wine estates in Napa Valley and France and Château Lascombes in Bordeaux – all wineries with a deep legacy that are anchored by distinct estate vineyards Lawrence Wine Estates is led by Master Sommelier and Chief Executive Officer Carlton McCoy All the estate wineries honor traditional winemaking philosophies and prioritize biodynamic farming techniques to create pure and balanced wines of the highest quality reimagining a historic and iconic winery for a modern era Encompassed by forest and the Bothe-Napa Valley State Park the Estate is a hidden pearl surrounded by nature with unparalleled views of the Napa Valley originally owned by Fred and Eleanor McCrea was redesigned to preserve the legacy and aesthetic of the original home while bringing new life and a luxury focused experience Lawrence Wine Estates transformed the beloved residential home into an intentionally designed hospitality space offering curated wine tasting experiences to showcase the wines from one of the pioneers of luxury wine on Spring Mountain The Residence at Stony Hill is nestled amongst steep terraced vineyards with 70-year-old vines -- the first to be planted on Spring Mountain after Prohibition the Residence exudes a warm and welcoming feel "Visiting The Residence at Stony Hill is an opportunity to explore and connect with both the uniqueness of the estate and the historic significance of the winery through the lens of time and place," says CEO of Lawrence Wine Estates "We were committed to the preservation and continuation of Stony Hill as one of Napa Valley's oldest and most prominent estates one that connects us to a legacy and inspires to reimagine it for today." Designed by Hayley Johnson of Rakis Design in San Francisco the space includes intimate nooks throughout the Residence for unique and personal tasting experiences The design team spent three years sourcing and curating authentic vintage pieces from the mid-century era from around the world combined with custom furniture designed to both honor the original era and reflect the next luxury phase for the brand lies on the steep eastern side of the Mayacamas Mountains in the Spring Mountain District AVA of Napa Valley with an elevation between 800 and 1,550 feet making it an ideal location for growing grapes limestone rock offering a distinct sense of place Stony Hill's highly allocated wines reflect a nuanced delicate terroir-driven style across a range that includes the flagship Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon bottlings "Through a deep understanding of the soil and the vineyard we aim to craft wines from this site that will express the very best of Spring Mountain," says Stony Hill Winemaker Reid Griggs "Producing a Cabernet Sauvignon of the highest pedigree with freshness will become an increasing focus in our marginal environment which we believe sets the stage for great wines." $150 per person for parties of up to six guests and lasting 90 minutes includes a curated walking tour of the historic home and surrounding views as well as a tasting of currently released Estate wines and option for coffee and tea at the conclusion of the experience Guests may also book an introductory Taste of Stony Hill experience ($75 per person) for an introduction to the world of Stony Hill with a tasting of three recently released vintages from the portfolio in a communal setting for up to six guests or the luxury tiered Collector's Experience welcomes guests Thursday through Monday by reservation only Stony Hill Vineyard is a historic family-owned Napa Valley winery founded in 1951 The winery is known for its highly acclaimed cellar-worthy wines sourced from our high-elevation estate delicate terroir driven wines from our forty-three acres of mountain vineyards nestled on the eastern slopes of Spring Mountain visit www.stonyhillvineyard.com or Instagram @stonyhillvineyard www.stonyhillvineyard.com/ Lawrence Jr and McCoy Jr MS announced their purchase of Stony Hill Vineyard on 23 December The move marks a fresh chapter for Stony Hill, one of the legendary names of Napa Valley winemaking and which saw its first harvest in 1952 It is the latest of several deals involving businessman Gaylon Lawrence. He and McCoy Jr acquired Burgess Cellars in September McCoy is president and CEO of Heitz Cellar, which Lawrence acquired in 2018 – following that up in 2019 by acquiring Haynes Vineyard in Napa’s Coombsville AVA the new owners have appointed Jaimee Motley as winemaker ‘Stony Hill Vineyard has held a special place in my heart since my initial visit to the winery in 2011 after the harvest,’ said Motley who has been assistant winemaker at Pax Wine Cellars and also launched wines under her own name ‘The estate feels as if there are ten different clos within the property – and each of those parcels has the ability to present us a looking glass into the history of California terroir and the future of transparent winegrowing,’ she said ‘I look forward to maintaining a deep reverence with the land who was formerly national sales manager at Larkmead Vineyards has been appointed Stony Hill’s estate director Stony Hill was founded by Fred and Eleanor McCrea who bought the property in 1943 as a weekend getaway They initially planted 2.4 hectares of vines (six acres) and the first wines quickly found favour with wine lovers in the 1950s his assistant Michael Chelini took on the winemaking for the subsequent 40 years the McCreas’ son Peter and daughter-in-law assumed day-to-day management of the winery although in 2018 a majority stake in Stony Hill was sold to Ted Hall and family – owners of Long Meadow Ranch Stony Hill, a project completed by Bates Masi stands as a testament to the rich history of Amagansett an early English and Dutch settlement on Long Island’s East End this home for a young family pays homage to its roots drawing inspiration from the site’s agrarian history and connection to the early settlers once cleared by Native Americans for hunting purposes evolved into the location of the first settler’s house in 1680 It later served as communal grazing pasture separated into individual plots with low stone walls and human intervention worked together to help stabilize the landscape as farming declined and property values went up losing its connection to a significant piece of history Bates Masi’s project aims to revive and reference the agrarian history of the site through thoughtful architecture and landscape design The land is divided into zones mirroring the original pasture parcels High grasses and shrubs provide a visual separation from the road while medium-height grasses screen the house from those approaching Low grass and ground cover offer views when needed Elevated planting zones along the approach emphasize historic connections to the land offering a unique experience for those in passing Stony Hill is separated into smaller volumes that relate to specific zones – public The connected gabled volumes give nod to barn-like structures yet they’re designed with a modern spin The gabled roofs feature splits in the ridges which allows natural light to flood the top floors Materials play a crucial role in connecting the contemporary design with historical references The home is clad in oversized shingles found throughout the are reminiscent of the pasture’s grasses is packed between exposed exterior framing resulting in a modern look Built-in seating spans the length of one wall flanking the kitchen and dining room ensuring plenty of places to sit when company is over A sunken living room wraps in front of a fireplace one of many situated in the public spaces to encourage family gatherings and plaster further integrate the house with the surrounding landscape The warm woods used throughout evoke a sense of comfort without leaning towards rustic A second story bedroom located under the steeply sloped ceiling has a modern A-frame feel Photography by Bates Masi + Architects Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen FiiO'S sub-brand Snowsky has launched the Retro Nano user-friendly vinyl flattening machine that restores warped records to their original shape using precision heat technology Zaha Hadid Architects transforms public transit at the KAFD Metro Station in Riyadh with futuristic architecture Full of natural materials and respect for modern Swedish design the STOCKHOLM 2025 collection from IKEA debuts 96 new pieces You’ll always hear it from Design Milk first Our passion is discovering and highlighting emerging talent and we’re energized by and for our community of like-minded design lovers — like you