‘Indiana Jones Of Ancient Alcohol’ UPenn Professor Pat McGovern Dies Suddenly
Patrick Edward McGovern, the University of Pennsylvania professor celebrated worldwide as the “Indiana Jones of Ancient Alcohol,” died suddenly the week of Aug. 17, 2025, leaving colleagues and friends in shock.
McGovern, 78, was the scientific director of the Biomolecular Archaeology Laboratory for Cuisine, Fermented Beverages, and Health at the Penn Museum in Philadelphia, where he also served as an adjunct professor of anthropology.
Over nearly five decades at Penn, McGovern pioneered the field of molecular archaeology, chemically uncovering the secrets of ancient beer, wine, mead, …
Last Call: Brewery In Century-Old Church Announces Closure In Mohegan Lake
A Northern Westchester brewery known for its unique setting inside a century-old church has set its closing date.
Argonne Rose Brewing Company, located at 1715 East Main St. (Route 6) in Mohegan Lake, announced that its last day of service will be Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, citing "unforeseen circumstances" as the reason for the closure.
In a heartfelt statement, owners Sarah, Marc, and Dave thanked their patrons and the local brewing community for making their journey special.
“The warmth, laughter, and unforgettable memories shared with all of you have been what truly made this place un…
Brewery Buys Former TD Bank Building In Middletown
The former TD Bank building in Middletown has officially been sold - and to none other than a brewery.
Equilibrium Brewery closed on the TD Bank building sale Friday, March 1. The building, located at 2 South Street, was purchased from the City for a total of $650,000.
Of the total $650,000, $150,000 will be secured by a note and mortgage. An additional $100,000 was paid at closing and the remaining $400,000 will be paid in increments of $100,000 on the anniversary of the closing date for the next four consecutive years.
“This expansion will continue to create more jobs and repurpose anoth…
Westchester's Beer Scene Is 'Hopping:' Captain Lawrence Founder Tells Why
Since hitting the scene in 2006, first in Pleasantville and now in Elmsford, Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. has become the "granddaddy," if you will, of Westchester brewers.
The company headed by Founder & Brewmaster Scott Vaccaro, an elder craft beer statesman at the ripe "old age" of 39, churns out approximately 25,000 barrels of beer each year, much of which is sold throughout New York and the Mid-Atlantic.
Since starting his company 12 years ago, other breweries have tapped into the county's thirst for more innovative suds, among them Broken Bow in Tuckahoe, Peeks…
