He is the Star’s new crossword puzzle maker, a role the late Merl Reagle filled since the launch of this section nearly 20 years ago. “If Merl’s not the greatest, he’s in the top five,” says Agard.

Look closely at the crossword puzzle in Wednesday’s New York Times. Although the name of the constructor is the last thing a cruciverbalist thinks about, today it’s the best part for Ashland amateur ...

The New York Times Crossword editor celebrates his 30th year in a job many would love to have. Credit...Arthur Mount Supported by By Deb Amlen Crossword Challenge: We’ve republished the Nov. 21 ...

PHILADELPHIA – What’s a nine-letter word for a significant event? Try MILESTONE. Longtime crossword constructor Bernice Gordon is marking two big ones: She turned 100 on Saturday, and the New York ...