The Dec. 13 article at www.npr.org titled "Home Sweet Home: The New American Localism" by Linton Weeks presents the case that the growing trend towards a more local economy. "These days, we are local folks and . We are doing everything locally: food, finance, news, charity. And maybe for good reasons."
Whether because of the economy, demographics of aging or a resurgence of home-grown idealism, "Local is the new Global."
We're very proud that the Patch is listed as part of this trend!
