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Major Lettuce Recall Spans 27 States, Including NJ, As Parasite Illnesses Climb
A major break in a sprawling parasite investigation has triggered a sweeping food recall stretching across more than half the country.
The Food and Drug Administration published a recall notice on Saturday, July 18, stating that Taylor Farms de Mexico is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the US market due to possible Cyclospora contamination.
The affected shredded iceberg lettuce was distributed between Monday, June 29, and Thursday, July 16. The recall includes dozens of food-service and retail products sold under the CV, JB, Mark, MKTSD, PK, SUB, SY…
Groom Raped Bride's Drunk Relative Night Before Wedding: Affidavit
A groom is accused of raping a relative of the bride hours before his own wedding celebration in Pennsylvania last fall, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice.
Zachary Prouty, 38, of Sanders, Kentucky, was charged Thursday, July 16, with two counts of rape, sexual assault, and two counts of indecent assault in connection with the alleged assault from Thursday, Oct. 16, to Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, assault, court records show.
The alleged victim, a relative of the bride, had traveled to Gettysburg for the wedding between Prouty and Rebekah Hanshaw on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, acco…
Craig Melvin Thanks Supporters After 'Today' Intruder, Roker Backs 'Brother'; Guard Loses Job
A day after a man allegedly sneaked into the NBC studios during the "Today" show and yelled a racial slur at co-host Craig Melvin, the Weston, Connecticut, resident thanked viewers for their outpouring of support. But as his colleagues rallied around him, one security guard was left without a job.
In a brief remark on the Friday, July 17, episode of "Today," Melvin said he was rattled but thankful for his co-hosts and colleagues, who were quick to come to his aid.
"Thankfully, he was apprehended quickly. He was placed under arrest," the anchor said, adding that the show is "cooperating full…
Bergen County Italian Spot Closing After 17 Years
A longtime Bergen County restaurant is preparing to serve its final meals after 17 years in business.
Justin's Ristorante II, located at 269 Hackensack St., in Wood-Ridge, will permanently close on Sunday, July 26, the owner announced in a farewell letter.
The owner thanked the community for making the restaurant part of birthdays, family dinners, celebrations, business milestones, and other special occasions over the years.
"Because of you, Justin's II became more than just a restaurant—it became a place where memories were made, friendships were formed, and our community came together."…
Dangerous Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility Expected As Severe Storms Slam Into Smoky Skies
A wild weekend setup will result in a pair of unwelcome summer threats colliding over the Northeast.
Click here for a new, updated story: Severe Storms Will Collide With Wildfire Smoke, Triggering Widespread Hazards
Severe thunderstorms will sweep into lingering Canadian wildfire smoke on Saturday, July 18, creating a one-two punch of damaging winds, torrential rain, reduced visibility, and poor air quality.
Showers and thunderstorms will advance across the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, threatening travel disruptions and localized flash flooding.
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Gotti Grandson Sentencing Delayed For Kidney Donation — Again
John Gotti’s grandson had his prison sentence delayed again Friday, July 17, so he can donate a kidney to his mother.
Carmine G. Agnello, 40, will be allowed to report to federal prison on Sept. 18 as long as the surgery proceeds as scheduled on Aug. 3, Newsday reported.
Agnello, of Oyster Bay, has battled sentencing in the case for months, though he pleaded guilty to fraud back in September 2024 and got 15 months behind bars. He first claimed he had to donate the kidney to his mother, Victoria Gotti, back in March, but the surgery never happened.
That incident left federal prosecutors ske…
NJ Plane Crash Victims Honored By Community, Fundraiser Launched
After three members of a New Jersey family were killed in a plane crash in the mountains of New York, their friends, family, and community have started an online fundraiser.
Gabriele Jasper, 70; Gabriella Hillgrube, 33; and Giuliana Hillgrube, 2, were killed in the wreck. Gabriella and her husband, Tyler, were the parents of Giuliana and a 4-year-old son, GJ. Jasper was Gabriella’s father.
“The loss of an incredible wife, loving mother, and beautiful little girl has left a void that can never be filled, and the family is facing overwhelming emotional and financial challenges,” organizer Gia…
Route 4 Dollar Tree Manager Assaulted Trying To Stop $60 Shoplifters: Paramus PD
A Closter woman and a Hackensack man are accused of assaulting a Dollar Tree manager while stealing about $60 worth of merchandise from a Paramus store, police said.
Officers responded to the Dollar Tree at the Mall at IV, 275 Route 4 West, at approximately 4:32 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, on a report of a robbery in progress, Paramus Police Chief Robert Guidetti said.
Police were told the suspects, described as a white man wearing a gray shirt and black pants and a white woman wearing a gray hat, black tank top, and black shorts, fled on foot toward the Rolls-Royce dealership on Route 4, Guid…
Routine Noise Complaint Takes Wild Turn With 2 Arrested On Bergen County Street: Police
A complaint about a vehicle with a loud exhaust led to a DWI arrest and the seizure of a loaded homemade handgun allegedly modified into an automatic weapon in Bergen County early Friday, July 17, police said.
Officers responded to Kamena and Ninth streets at approximately 4:03 a.m., after receiving a report of a vehicle idling with a loud exhaust, Deputy Chief John Pierotti said.
At the scene, officers found a 2015 black Honda Civic and detected the odor of alcohol coming from the driver, Marlon A. Roquel-Rojas, 20, of Union City, Pierotti said. After field sobriety tests, Roquel…
