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Monthly Archives: August 2011
What NOT to do with iPad video
Today, the young reporter learned a valuable lesson about what NOT to do when taking video with the iPad. This morning, I was — you know — being my loud, disruptive self, and I figured I’d ask everyone in Green … Continue reading
Want an “I Survived the Great York Earthquake of 2011″ t-shirt?
I was just chatting with Gary Gearhart, owner of New Muse Screen Printing, who stopped by Green Been Roasting Company on the way to a class at York College. He said his business produced and sold about 15 t-shirts … Continue reading
I can’t drive this huge rental car. Have you ever had a scary rental car experience?
Wednesday morning started out innocently enough. I was excited to get to Green Bean Roasting Company for my coffee fix and get a start on Day 2 of reporting outside the cubicle. I dropped my car off at the repair … Continue reading
Posted in Lauren Boyer, Technology
Tagged automobile, cars, Chevy, chevy HHR, driving, Lauren Boyer, rental car, scary
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Thirsty? Check out Alex’s Lemonade Stand in Central Market
Just talked to some folks from Weinstein Realty Consultants. They’re setting up a lemonade stand in Central Market Tuesday and Thursday. But not just any old lemonade stand. They’re raising money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand, a foundation for childhood cancer. … Continue reading
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Over-the-top spending on parties and weddings seems to be the new “it” thing
Last week, TLC premiered the second season of a show which not even I, queen of the trashy reality show, cannot get behind: Outrageous Kid Parties. Here’s a little taste of what one of these little soirees entails: This comes … Continue reading
We’re hanging out in Central Market today…come join us?
As I reported earlier, I have an incredible hatred for my cubicle. Today, I’ve decided that Central Market IS my cubicle. I’m setting up shop outside Take Five Expresso Bar. I’m all hopped up on coffee watching a man scratch … Continue reading
Posted in Lauren Boyer, Technology
Tagged Central Market, ipad, journalism, Lauren Boyer, York, york daily record
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Why do people in York County heart the Walmart?
Let’s face it. The West Manchester Township Walmart is ALWAYS crowded. There are times the line is so long, I hesitate to buy ice cream, for fear that it will melt before I get out of the store. I’ve never … Continue reading
Posted in Lauren Boyer, Retail, Shopping, Uncategorized
Tagged Lauren Boyer, retail, shoppers, shopping, videos, walmart, West Manchester Township, York, York County
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First iPad reporting experience, plus a possible meet-up this week?
So, just a recap, last week, the editors here gave me an iPad to use on my reporting adventures. I had my first experience with it during my Saturday shift. Around 9 a.m., my editor heard something about a possible … Continue reading
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Tagged business, ipad, journalism, Lauren Boyer, news, reporting, social media
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How do you use your iPad? How can I use mine to better report the news?
Yesterday, my editor handed me an iPad. I know, I know. Sounds pretty cool, right? But truth be told, I found it kind of intimidating. Outside the Apple Store, I had never really used one. I don’t have an iPhone. … Continue reading
Posted in Lauren Boyer, Technology
Tagged apple, apps, business, ipad, journalism, new media, reporting, social media, technology, twitter, york daily record
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Making sure your cell phone works in emergencies
With Hurricane Irene quickly approaching, people throughout the East Coast, including York County, are preparing for storms and high winds. But one thing people may overlook may be the most important: how to make sure your cell phone remains working … Continue reading
