Dorothy Parker -Grande Dame of the Algonquin Round Table

Dorothy Parker's reputation endures as one of the founding wits of the Algonquin Round Table, the president of the Dorothy Parker Society gives insight.

Read story by The Record's Lawrence Aaron.

BIG BLUE HEAVEN

For those of of you who want to relive the Giants magical Super Bowl XLII defeat of the Evil Empire, take a look at this video featuring still photos taken by my colleague Tyson Trish and myself.

It was the single most exciting and rewarding game I have every shot. And for me personally, now that I am shooting video full-time, it was extra special to be out there with a digital SLR and shooting photographs -my true passion.

What can I say....to be out there mixing it up with the big fellas on the field after the game, making pictures in the midst of the mayhem and hoopla, was awesome -a feeling that will stay fresh in my mind for a long,long time...



BILL AT THE BOWL-Searching for Giants Fans

Bill Ervolino, the humor columnist for The Record, went on an evening prowl through Scottsdale in search for Giants fans, on the eve of Super Bowl XLII. However, Patriots fans out-numbered like 100 to 1, it was ridiculous. Check out Bill's moves in the Big Fat Greek Super Bowl scene... priceless.

BILL AT THE BOWL-Bill's Room

Bill Ervolino, humor columnist for The Record, gives a tour of his posh hotel room. Anyone who reads Bill's column would know about his rant about Green Bay and the dearth of luxury accommodations. Phoenix was better, aside from the 40 degree temps...

SUPER BOWL XLII -Media Blitz

Last media session before the big game. Worked with the ubiquitous Paul Dottino on this video, who was reporting for The Record as well as ESPN radio. Nobody does the Giants like the dude.

SUPER BOWL XLII -Players Reverse Roles

Giants players Chase Blackburn and Gerris Wilkinson play reporter in this video, during the Giants final media session before Sunday's game. To break the monotony of the media frenzy, Paul Dottino and I were looking for a different take and asked these two seldom used players to run with it for awhile, so to speak. Not exactly text book reporting here, but interesting none-the-less. It's cool to see athletes let their guard down and have some fun.


TRAVELOGUE

BILL AT THE BOWL-The Grand Wheel

Bill Ervolino, humor columnist for The Record, at the NFL theme-park outside Phoenix University Stadium.

SUPER BOWL XLII -The NFL Experience

Kids at the NFL theme-park outside Phoenix University Stadium

BILL AT THE BOWL-Ervolino at Media Day

Bill Ervolino is a humor columnist for The Record. Here's his take on Super Bowl XLII's Media Day...

SUPER BOWL XLII -Media Day

Obama Rally in Jersey City

Barack Obama rally at St. Peter's College in Jersey City.


Living in IKEA

Comedian & writer Mark Malkoff set out to live in the Paramus IKEA store for a week to make a web video.


Paterson Stands Up for Obama















Obama faithful see hope in N.J.
North Jersey supporters of Sen. Barack Obama, energized by his victory in the Iowa presidential caucuses, held a series of rallies Saturday a month before the New Jersey primary. Story.

Click here to see video.

ELVIS CHRISTMAS HOUSE


MAHWAH, NJ 12/23/07 ELVIS CHRISTMAS HOUSE
The Elvis Christmas House on Victoria Lane in Mahwah, is a well known Christmas season attraction. Perhaps the most visited Christmas lights display in North Jersey each year.

During Christmas week, droves of visitors drive by the house known affectionately as The Elvis Christmas House, which features a young Elvis dancing on the roof. The elaborate display is courtesy of home owner Tony Destro, Elvis performer extraordinaire.

Lines of cars move slowly past acres of lights, life-sized figures, and Christmas ornaments, to the gentle sounds of Christmas music. There's even a lake encircled by lights, with a Statue of Liberty replica on an island in the center.

This is an impressive a Christmas display by any measure. Breathtaking. It's worth the trip.

Christmas Cheer(leading) from the Franklin's


A little Holiday Season humor, give it a few seconds to load. Great web animation, and a cinch to create. I thank my neice Sarah and OfficeMax for making this available for free. Very cool...

Our Lady of Guadalupe


December 12th is the annual celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe -the Virgin Mother and patroness of Mexico. Each year, the Holy Trinity church in Passaic hosts a nearly week-long celebration, which includes a religious procession of thousands of native Mexicanos and Latinos marching through the streets of Passaic with all things Guadalupe. Here's a look at the procession last Sunday.

Trump at the Dump



Real estate mogul Donald Trump says he'll transform EnCap golf course boondoggle into a world class golf course, that he says will be open to the public.

Other than the smell from the landfill gases, the deafening air traffic, and drone of the New Jersey Turnpike, the setting will be incredible and has potential to be an incredible track.

Former educator guilty on 8 counts


A former Englewood assistant schools superintendent was convicted on Tuesday of using his position to sexually abuse two students. He could face up to 20 years in prison when sentenced. The courtroom scene was very dramatic as the jury foreman read the verdicts.


Jurors convicted a former Englewood assistant schools superintendent Tuesday of using his position to sexually abuse two students.

Although the Superior Court jury acquitted Roy Hermalyn of nearly two dozen sex charges, they found him guilty of inappropriately touching one student, endangering another and committing official misconduct in both instances.

The convictions are enough to put Hermalyn behind bars for up to 20 years when he is sentenced March 14. He is also subject to registration as a sex offender under Megan's Law. Story by Record reporter Kibret Markos.

The Mignone Turkey Trot!



My neighbors Vinny and Suzanne Mignone host a small neighborhood 5K run every year on Thanksgiving morning, and as part of the deal people bring food to be donated to military families out of the Teaneck Armory.

Last year I ran, this year I shot a video.

Coniglio is target of U.S. raids

Federal investigators are sorting through new boxes of evidence collected
Tuesday morning from state Sen. Joseph Coniglio's Paramus home and his
legislative office.

The federal raids are the latest development in an ongoing corruption
probe. The focus of probe is the Democratic senator's ties to more than $1
million in state grant money received by Hackensack University Medical Center
over a two-year period during which Coniglio also worked for the hospital as a
paid consultant.

IHA Wins TOC



The Blue Eagles of Immaculate Heart Academy won the sixth annual girls volleyball Tournament of Champions with a 26-24, 25-22 victory over Hunterdon Central. Story.

This looks like it will be my final photo assignment for some time. Fittingly, I bumped into my old friend and former colleague Amanda Brown, of The Star-Ledger. Early in my career Amanda helped show me the ropes back at the old Herald & News -back when photographs had no color, and we worked endless hours chasing news. The H&N under the late great Walt Herring was a crazy fun place to be, an excellent training ground for a young journalist. I long for the simplicity of those days...

Giants & Cowboys



EAST RUTHERFORD,NJ 11/11/07 NFL FOOTBALL / NY GIANTS VS DALLAS COWBOYS: Dallas RB #21 Julius Jones is wrangled from behind by Giants DE #92 Michael Strahan. Dallas defeated the Giants 31-20. Giants were stomped, story here.

While shooting this game last weekend, I couldn't help but think that this may be the last game I shoot for the foreseeable future. I have always loved shooting football, and I always relished covering NFL games on chilly Autumn afternoons at the Meadowlands. Football has always been my most favorite assignment, I miss it already... Recently, I have taken on a new role at The Record as the Digital Video Producer/Editor. After nearly 20 years of making pictures, from the days of developing black & white film in the shadows of a darkroom; to the era of color negative film; through the difficult transition into the digital age -I have now moved onto video reporting. Moving images, wow what difference! I will be overseeing all video production and multimedia visuals for The Record's internet division -the Digital News Group. For those who have been following my work at The Record over the past two years may have noticed that this is an area I have been increasingly interested in. I am excited about this new phase in my career, I am excited and energized. I will continue to post my videos and "mincings" here -so stay-tuned.

CROSSES


Portraits of Clergy Sex Abuse
By Carmine Galasso

Powerful stories and photos of survivors of sexual abuse by members of the clergy, by my friend Carmine Galasso. Chilling and haunting imagery. He has a new book out, Crosses -please pick up a copy.
Multimedia by Nina Berman.

ANTONIA'S FUTURE


VIDEO: Out-of-court settlement gives paralyzed girl money for 24-hour care.

On October 24, 1999, the Verni's were returning from a day trip to Pennsylvannia, where the Cliffside Park family spent the day pumpkin picking, when their car was struck by a drunk driver who was served excessive alcohol at a Giants football game. The accident left two-year old Antonia paralyzed from the neck down -confined to a wheelchair and a breathing machine for the rest of her life.

Last month, the Verni's settled with Aramark Corp. for an undisclosed amount, after a long seven-year court battle that received national attention. Antonia's mother is hopeful that the money will pay for her little girl's full-time nurse, education costs, and improve her quality of life. Story by Kibret Markos/The Record.

Next time you're think about drinking and driving, maybe you should take a look at this...