After a decade in the music industry, Laura decided to change course and pursue a career in news research. She has been with Newsday for almost twelve years as a librarian and news researcher, where she helped with background for daily stories and special projects, including the year-long "Our Natural World" project and book that explored Long Island’s natural resources and environment. She is past president of the Special Libraries Association's Long Island chapter and member of the organization's News Division.
For the past year, Laura has written the Rich Cribs column, as well as Real Estate section's buying and selling tips.
Write to her at laura.mann@newsday.com.