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Black Bear Spotted In Paramus, Glen Rock Neighborhoods, Police Warn Residents Black Bear Spotted In Paramus, Glen Rock Neighborhoods, Police Warn Residents Black Bear Spotted In Paramus, Glen Rock Neighborhoods, Police Warn Residents
Black Bear Spotted In Paramus, Glen Rock Neighborhoods, Police Warn Residents A black bear was spotted in neighborhoods in Paramus and Glen Rock Saturday morning, Nov. 7, prompting warnings for residents to keep their distance. The bear was seen near Morningside Road and Mason Place in Paramus, according to a borough alert issued around 10:20 a.m. Authorities described the bear as non-aggressive but urged residents not to approach it. Additional sightings were reported near Ackerman Avenue and South Highwood Avenue in Glen Rock, where residents were advised to keep their distance and avoid leaving pets outdoors unattended. Anyone who spots the bear in Paramus is as…

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Sherrill To Name Former Federal Prosecutor NJ's Next Lieutenant Governor: Reports Sherrill To Name Former Federal Prosecutor NJ's Next Lieutenant Governor: Reports Sherrill To Name Former Federal Prosecutor NJ's Next Lieutenant Governor: Reports
Sherrill To Name Former Federal Prosecutor NJ's Next Lieutenant Governor: Reports Gov. Mikie Sherrill is expected to name former federal prosecutor Shirley U. Emehelu as New Jersey's next lieutenant governor on Monday, Nov. 9, according to reports from the New Jersey Globe and NJ Advance Media. Emehelu, who has more than 20 years of experience in law and public policy, would become the state's fifth lieutenant governor. She currently serves as New Jersey's acting secretary of state, a position she has held since September. New Jersey has been without a lieutenant governor since late September, when then-Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell resigned following the release of a…

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Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One
Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats flipped Republican-held council seats in 12 Bergen County towns in the Tuesday, Nov. 3 election, ending nearly 20 years of exclusive Republican control in one borough, while a Republican mayor trailed her Democratic challenger by just seven votes in one of the county's closest races. Updated unofficial election results show Democrats winning council seats previously held by Republicans in Carlstadt, Hillsdale, Westwood, Elmwood Park, Hasbrouck Heights, Midland Park, Norwood, Oradell, Ramsey, Ridgefield, Waldwick, and Wallington. In Carlstadt, Democrats Dennis Ritchie and Walter Be…

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Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Bergen County Crash: Police Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Bergen County Crash: Police Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Bergen County Crash: Police
Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Bergen County Crash: Police A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Bergen County Friday evening, Nov. 6, authorities said. Cresskill police responded to the crash on Maple Street and Knickerbocker Road around 5:30 p.m. and found the male pedestrian in critical condition, according to a release from the department. The victim was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said. An investigation by Cresskill police, the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Fatal Accident Team, and the Bergen County Sheriff's Department Bureau of Criminal Investigation determined that no criminal charges…

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3 Found Dead In NJ Home After Postal Worker Spots Chilling Note On Door: Prosecutor 3 Found Dead In NJ Home After Postal Worker Spots Chilling Note On Door: Prosecutor 3 Found Dead In NJ Home After Postal Worker Spots Chilling Note On Door: Prosecutor
3 Found Dead In NJ Home After Postal Worker Spots Chilling Note On Door: Prosecutor Three elderly people were found dead inside a South Jersey home after a postal worker discovered a note on the door instructing someone to call 911, authorities said Friday, Nov. 6. The bodies were discovered inside a home on the unit block of Winding Way in Mount Holly, near the township's border with Eastampton, Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Mount Holly Police Chief Clifford Spencer said. Reports that the home is that of former school board member William Monk could not be independently verified by Daily Voice, however, records show that Monk does live on Winding Way…

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Saddle Brook Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Saddle Brook Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Saddle Brook Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List
Saddle Brook Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Some of the nation's best restaurants are right here in the Northeast, according to a new nationwide list based on millions of customer reviews. OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, recognizing popular dining destinations in 21 states and Washington, DC. The list was compiled using more than 11 million reviews from verified diners and restaurant booking data. California led the nation with 19 restaurants, while at least 18 restaurants nationwide earned spots on the list for four consecutive years. "Diners have no shortage of places they …

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Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open
Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open The nominations are in, the finalists have been chosen, and voting is NOW OPEN for Daily Voice's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards! From the neighborhood bagel shop that knows your order by heart to the hair salon that always gets your cut just right, Bergen County is full of businesses that deserve a little love. And this is your chance to show them just how much they mean to the community. Finalists are competing in 40 categories across Food & Drink, Self Care, Small Business, and Entertainment. Whether it's your favorite pizza place, a go-to gym, a trusted local tradesperson, or a m…

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Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote
Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote After 91 years of keeping the booze out, one New Jersey town is finally ready to let the drinks flow. Voters in Collingswood, a suburb within Camden County, approved a referendum Tuesday, Nov. 3, opening the door for restaurants and other businesses to serve alcohol for the first time since 1935. The measure passed with 3,506 votes in favor and 2,322 against, according to unofficial election results. That's about 60% of voters giving alcohol sales the green light. Behind the push was a group fittingly named Booze on the Ballot, which rallied residents to support ending the borough's decade…

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$1.52M Two-Family Home Shatters Sales Record In NJ City $1.52M Two-Family Home Shatters Sales Record In NJ City $1.52M Two-Family Home Shatters Sales Record In NJ City
$1.52M Two-Family Home Shatters Sales Record In NJ City A newly built two-family home in North Jersey has shattered the sales record for the property type in the city, selling for $1.52 million in a neighborhood where modest ranch homes and trailers are increasingly giving way to larger developments. The home at 14-16 Mount Washington Dr., in Clifton, closed Monday, Nov. 2, for $21,000 above its $1,499,000 asking price after just 40 days on the market, according to New Jersey Multiple Listing Service (NJMLS) records. The sale surpassed the previous record of $1.38 million, set by a two-family property at 119 Valley Road that sold July 1, 202…

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10 Local Races To Watch In Bergen County As Polls Close 10 Local Races To Watch In Bergen County As Polls Close 10 Local Races To Watch In Bergen County As Polls Close
10 Local Races To Watch In Bergen County As Polls Close From crowded council contests to battles for mayor, voters across Bergen County are deciding who will lead their towns on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3. Several municipalities have contested mayoral races, while others have more candidates than available council seats. Here are 10 local races to watch as polls close: Teaneck Nine candidates are competing for four Township Council seats, including two incumbents seeking reelection. Deputy Mayor Denise Belcher and Council Member Hillary Goldberg are running to retain their seats, according to the township's website. The other candidates a…

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Champagne Pop Costs Top NJ Soccer Coach Game Amid Quest For Third Straight State Title: Report Champagne Pop Costs Top NJ Soccer Coach Game Amid Quest For Third Straight State Title: Report Champagne Pop Costs Top NJ Soccer Coach Game Amid Quest For Third Straight State Title: Report
Champagne Pop Costs Top NJ Soccer Coach Game Amid Quest For Third Straight State Title: Report The coach of one of New Jersey's top-ranked girls high school soccer teams has reportedly been suspended after popping a bottle of champagne to celebrate her 100th career win. Karen Anderson, head coach of the Paul VI High School girls soccer team in Marlton, was seen celebrating in a video that surfaced on social media after her team defeated Notre Dame 2-0 in the Non-Public A quarterfinals on Thursday, Nov. 5, securing her milestone victory, NJ Advance Media reports. Anderson told the outlet that parents had handed her the bottle during a celebration they organized after her 100th win. Sh…

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Westchester's Lone GOP Legislator Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss Westchester's Lone GOP Legislator Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss Westchester's Lone GOP Legislator Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss
Westchester's Lone GOP Legislator Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss The only Republican on the Westchester County Board of Legislators is refusing to concede his reelection race after trailing by just 260 votes, claiming the election was stolen following widespread voting machine failures. James Nolan, who represents portions of Yonkers, Bronxville, and Eastchester, issued a statement Saturday, Nov. 7, after three days of ballot counting left him behind Democratic challenger Kisha D. Skipper. According to updated unofficial results from the Westchester County Board of Elections, Skipper received 10,646 votes, or 50.58 percent, compared with Nolan's 10,386 v…

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DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K
DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K The federal government is suing Penn State University, accusing the Pennsylvania school of illegally offering reduced tuition rates to undocumented immigrants while charging some American citizens more than $71,000 annually in tuition and related costs. The U.S. Department of Justice filed the 14-page lawsuit against Pennsylvania State University and its Board of Trustees on Thursday, Nov. 5, challenging a policy that allows certain undocumented students living in Pennsylvania to qualify for in-state tuition. Federal prosecutors argue the policy violates federal law because U.S. citizens li…

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Ex-NFL Star Held In NJ After Dubai Arrest Avoids Prison In Shooting Case Ex-NFL Star Held In NJ After Dubai Arrest Avoids Prison In Shooting Case Ex-NFL Star Held In NJ After Dubai Arrest Avoids Prison In Shooting Case
Ex-nfl Star Held In NJ After Dubai Arrest Avoids Prison In Shooting Case Former Pittsburgh Steelers star and Albany Empire owner Antonio Brown has avoided prison after pleading guilty to a felony assault charge stemming from a shooting outside a celebrity boxing event in Miami. Brown, 38, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a firearm on Friday, Nov. 6, and was sentenced to three years of probation by Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez. The former NFL wide receiver must attend weekly counseling sessions and is prohibited from possessing firearms while on probation, among other conditions imposed by the court. The plea resolves an attempted murd…

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Sen. Chris Murphy Released From Hospital After Stroke, Faces Weeks Of Recovery Sen. Chris Murphy Released From Hospital After Stroke, Faces Weeks Of Recovery Sen. Chris Murphy Released From Hospital After Stroke, Faces Weeks Of Recovery
Sen. Chris Murphy Released From Hospital After Stroke, Faces Weeks Of Recovery US Sen. Chris Murphy has been released from the hospital after suffering a minor stroke, but the Connecticut Democrat will spend several weeks recovering before he can return to his duties on Capitol Hill. Doctors expect the 53-year-old, three-term senator to make a full recovery. Murphy announced his release from Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore on Friday, Nov. 6. He will now enter a rehabilitation center, where he is expected to spend weeks and miss several Senate votes as he heals.  The health scare began Saturday, Oct. 31, while Murphy was watching his son's hockey game. He no…

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Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers
Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers More than 670,000 batteries used in portable Bluetooth speakers are being recalled after reports of fires and property damage. Bose issued the recall for lithium-ion battery packs used in its S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ portable Bluetooth speakers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. About 634,759 batteries were sold in the US, while another 35,400 were sold in Canada. The recall affects Bose S1 Pro System Battery Packs and S1 Pro+ System Battery Packs sold with the speakers or separately as accessories and replacement parts. The batteries can overheat and igni…

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Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar
Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Bath & Body Works is getting into the Christmas spirit with a new Advent calendar packed with popular holiday fragrances and exclusive gifts. The retailer is launching its limited-edition Feel the Wonder Advent Calendar in stores nationwide and on the company's website on Monday, Nov. 16. The $50 gift set includes 12 products worth more than $115, with seven items available exclusively in the calendar. The collection features a mix of body care products, home fragrances, and holiday accessories. "We know our consumers love discovering hidden gems and collectible products within ou…

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600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers 600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers 600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers
600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers Federal regulators are urging people to stop using more than 200,000 portable chargers because they can catch fire or explode. The urgent warning affects about 210,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and ignite, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The warning comes after Amazon seller Mitrytech agreed to recall about 11,000 HAIARA power banks in late October. The CPSC has received 600 reports of fires, explosions, and other overheating incidents, including&nb…

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Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change
Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's is planning major changes to its menu as the struggling fast-food chain tries to win back customers. The Dublin, Ohio-based company announced a new turnaround strategy called "Dave's Way" during its third-quarter earnings report on Thursday, Nov. 5. The sweeping plan includes improving popular menu items, removing less popular foods, and allowing some restaurants to stop serving breakfast. Wendy's is already testing several changes, including thicker and crispier bacon, creamier Frostys, and whole-leaf lettuce on sandwiches, Restaurant Dive reported. The chain is also work…

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Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer
Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Nearly 176,000 air fryer ovens are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when the appliances' doors unexpectedly closed. Gourmia recalled about 175,951 digital air fryer ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The ovens' spring-loaded glass doors can suddenly close when bumped, potentially burning someone removing hot food. The recall covers Gourmia 9-Slice Digital Air Fryer Ovens with model number GTF7530 and UPC 810002862779. The stainless steel appliances have two glass French doors with metal handles. Gourmia, which is based in B…

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by Chris Spiker

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Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers
Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers More than 670,000 batteries used in portable Bluetooth speakers are being recalled after reports of fires and property damage. Bose issued the recall for lithium-ion battery packs used in its S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ portable Bluetooth speakers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. About 634,759 batteries were sold in the US, while another 35,400 were sold in Canada. The recall affects Bose S1 Pro System Battery Packs and S1 Pro+ System Battery Packs sold with the speakers or separately as accessories and replacement parts. The batteries can overheat and igni…

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by Chris Spiker
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Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar
Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Bath & Body Works is getting into the Christmas spirit with a new Advent calendar packed with popular holiday fragrances and exclusive gifts. The retailer is launching its limited-edition Feel the Wonder Advent Calendar in stores nationwide and on the company's website on Monday, Nov. 16. The $50 gift set includes 12 products worth more than $115, with seven items available exclusively in the calendar. The collection features a mix of body care products, home fragrances, and holiday accessories. "We know our consumers love discovering hidden gems and collectible products within ou…

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by Chris Spiker
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600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers 600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers 600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers
600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers Federal regulators are urging people to stop using more than 200,000 portable chargers because they can catch fire or explode. The urgent warning affects about 210,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and ignite, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The warning comes after Amazon seller Mitrytech agreed to recall about 11,000 HAIARA power banks in late October. The CPSC has received 600 reports of fires, explosions, and other overheating incidents, including&nb…

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by Chris Spiker
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Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change
Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's is planning major changes to its menu as the struggling fast-food chain tries to win back customers. The Dublin, Ohio-based company announced a new turnaround strategy called "Dave's Way" during its third-quarter earnings report on Thursday, Nov. 5. The sweeping plan includes improving popular menu items, removing less popular foods, and allowing some restaurants to stop serving breakfast. Wendy's is already testing several changes, including thicker and crispier bacon, creamier Frostys, and whole-leaf lettuce on sandwiches, Restaurant Dive reported. The chain is also work…

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Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer
Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Nearly 176,000 air fryer ovens are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when the appliances' doors unexpectedly closed. Gourmia recalled about 175,951 digital air fryer ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The ovens' spring-loaded glass doors can suddenly close when bumped, potentially burning someone removing hot food. The recall covers Gourmia 9-Slice Digital Air Fryer Ovens with model number GTF7530 and UPC 810002862779. The stainless steel appliances have two glass French doors with metal handles. Gourmia, which is based in B…

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by Chris Spiker

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Woman Found Dead On Recycling Facility Conveyor Belt: 'She Cared For Everybody,' Daughter Says Woman Found Dead On Recycling Facility Conveyor Belt: 'She Cared For Everybody,' Daughter Says Woman Found Dead On Recycling Facility Conveyor Belt: 'She Cared For Everybody,' Daughter Says
Woman Found Dead On Recycling Facility Conveyor Belt: 'She Cared For Everybody,' Daughter Says A woman found dead on a recycling facility’s conveyor belt is being remembered by her daughter for the care she showed others, as investigators work to determine what happened. Deputies responded to Kimble Recycling in Twinsburg Township, Ohio, around 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, after a body was discovered, according to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office. The Summit County Medical Examiner identified the woman as Billie Jo Douglas, 55, of Akron. Twinsburg Township is about 20 miles north of Akron. Workers discovered Douglas while processing delivered recyclable materials at the facility, loca…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button
Apple Reportedly Weighs Dropping Familiar iPhone Button A familiar iPhone button could disappear from future models, potentially changing how users access some everyday shortcuts. Multiple reports suggest Apple is considering removing the standalone Action Button from new iPhones starting in the second half of 2027.  The coverage traces back to a claim from Weibo tipster Instant Digital, rather than an announcement from Apple. The proposed change would move the Action Button’s customizable functions into Camera Control, according to MacDailyNews. A single press would open the Camera app. Pressing and holding would trigger the user-assigne…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep
Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep The IRS updated key numbers that could change how much of your income goes toward federal taxes. The adjustments apply to tax year 2027, generally covering returns filed in 2028, according to IRS Revenue Procedure 2026-35. They include higher income thresholds for tax brackets, larger standard deductions, and increased limits for several family tax credits. The seven federal income tax rates remain unchanged. What shifts is how much taxable income falls within each bracket. The standard deduction rises to $33,200 for married couples filing jointly, up $1,000. Single taxpayers and married p…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice
Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice A Massachusetts pipe fitter with a voice made for radio and an accent that's wicked Boston is about to become the sound of one of New England's busiest airports. Chris Donisi, of Burlington, has won Boston Logan International Airport's "Voice of Logan" contest, earning the chance to record announcements that will play throughout its terminals. Click here to listen to Donisi recite the audition. And if you've ever wondered what a classic Boston accent sounds like in a deep baritone, Donisi might be your guy. The HVAC pipe fitter, who grew up in East Arlington, has been told he has a voice m…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking
Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday bargains can come with a hidden cost, and scammers are counting on the seasonal rush to keep shoppers from looking closely. The FBI and Better Business Bureau warn that fraudulent offers, urgent messages, and convincing impersonators can put money and personal information at risk. The FBI says non-payment and non-delivery scams caused more than $503 million in reported losses in 2025. Those figures cover the full year, not just holiday shopping. In non-delivery scams, buyers pay for merchandise that never arrives. Non-payment scams target sellers who ship goods but never receive pa…

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by Joe Lombardi