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The Largest Bass Pro In America Is Days Away From Opening The largest single-level Bass Pro Shops in the country has set its grand opening date in New Jersey, complete with celebrity appearances, live entertainment, and a massive aquarium. The 200,000-square-foot Outdoor World destination in Sayreville will celebrate its grand opening Wednesday, Nov. 11, with festivities beginning at 5 p.m., the retailer announced. A conservation ceremony will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a ribbon-cutting at 6:30 p.m. Country singer Celeste Kellogg, who has opened for acts including Miley Cyrus, Kelly Clarkson, and the Jonas Brothers, will kick off the entert…

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Victim Of Route 23 Motorcycle Crash ID'd As 22-Year-Old Esthetician Victim Of Route 23 Motorcycle Crash ID'd As 22-Year-Old Esthetician Victim Of Route 23 Motorcycle Crash ID'd As 22-Year-Old Esthetician
Victim Of Route 23 Motorcycle Crash ID'd As 22-Year-Old Esthetician The victim of a deadly motorcycle crash on Route 23 has been identified as a 22-year-old esthetician. Kristen Lembo, 22, of Pompton Lakes, died in a motorcycle crash in Morris County early Tuesday morning, Oct. 27, authorities said. At 2:39 a.m., Pequannock police responded to a single motorcycle crash on Route 23 south, the Morris County Prosecutor's Office said. Lembo was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. Born in Hackensack, Lembo grew up in Pompton Lakes, where she developed her love for gymnastics and a passion for drawing and painting, according to her obituary from the …

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Meth Leads To Four Busted On Drug Charges: Stafford PD Meth Leads To Four Busted On Drug Charges: Stafford PD Meth Leads To Four Busted On Drug Charges: Stafford PD
Meth Leads To Four Busted On Drug Charges: Stafford PD Four people were arrested in Stafford and hit with drug charges after methamphetamine was seized on Tuesday, Oct. 27, authorities said. At 6:30 p.m., the drug enforcement unit conducted a narcotics investigating that resulted in a search warrant being executed at 1236 Grays Rd. in Warren Grove and a vehicle., leading to the seizure of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and  materials associated with the distribution of controlled dangerous substances, police said. Louis Gary, a 40-year-old Warrens Grove resident, Charles Taylor, a 40-year-old Tabernacle resident, Stacey Hickle, a 49-y…

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16-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Tesla While Riding E-Scooter: Bridgewater PD 16-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Tesla While Riding E-Scooter: Bridgewater PD 16-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Tesla While Riding E-Scooter: Bridgewater PD
16-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Tesla While Riding E-Scooter: Bridgewater PD A 16-year-old riding an electric scooter was struck and killed by a vehicle in Bridgewater on Tuesday, Oct. 27, authorities said. At 6:31 p.m., officers responded to Union Avenue and Adamsville Road after Tesla driven by a 38-year-old Bridgewater woman was traveling westbound and attempted to make a left turn at the same time the teenage boy proceeded straight through the intersection, Bridgewater police said. The Tesla turned left and struck the juvenile, police said. The juvenile was found unresponsive and not breathing, police said. CPR was initiated and the juvenile was transferred to&n…

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Details Released In NJ Police Sergeant's Alleged Assault At Local Bar Details Released In NJ Police Sergeant's Alleged Assault At Local Bar Details Released In NJ Police Sergeant's Alleged Assault At Local Bar
Details Released In NJ Police Sergeant's Alleged Assault At Local Bar An off-duty North Jersey police sergeant accused of punching two strangers at a restaurant appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol during the attack, according to newly obtained court documents. Thomas Connors, 39, of West Milford, was standing at the bar inside Jessie's Country Kettle on Greenwood Lake Turnpike around 12:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, when he punched a man standing directly in front of him without warning, causing him to fall to the floor, according to a complaint obtained by Daily Voice. Connors then turned toward a second man standing to his left and punched …

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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List
Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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Jackson Among NJ's Top Towns For Deer Crashes, AAA Says Jackson Among NJ's Top Towns For Deer Crashes, AAA Says Jackson Among NJ's Top Towns For Deer Crashes, AAA Says
Jackson Among NJ's Top Towns For Deer Crashes, AAA Says New Jersey drivers are hitting deer at record rates, and the most dangerous time of year is here. A record 11,692 deer-related crashes were reported across the Garden State in 2025, up nearly 2% from the previous record set in 2024, according to AAA Northeast, citing state crash data from Numetric. With deer mating season peaking in October and November, AAA is warning motorists to stay alert, particularly around dawn and dusk, when deer are most active. Between 2020 and 2025, New Jersey recorded 64,780 deer-related crashes, including more than 4,252 involving injuries and 15 involving…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home ‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home ‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home
‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home A Black couple searching for a house in New York City received a stunning message from their realtor as they pulled up to see a home. Lisa Renee Olaso and her fiancé, Cyril Christopher, had arrived in Flushing, Queens, on June 20 to check out a potential new home and were stepping out of their car when they got a text from the real estate agent that read: “ugh they are black.” “I have never in my life had tears come out of my eyes so fast,” Olaso told Daily Voice. “I have never cried like that….It had hit in such a deep way.” Olaso and Christopher left the area after a brief discussion wit…

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‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In Crash Near NJ Border ‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In Crash Near NJ Border ‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In Crash Near NJ Border
‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In Crash Near NJ Border A four-time Emmy-winning “Daily Show” writer who also penned jokes for former President Barack Obama was killed in a Pennsylvania car crash, his family announced on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Kevin Bleyer, 54, was driving on a rural road in Millrift, Pike County, where he had a home, when the crash happened on Sunday, Oct. 25, his publicist told The Hollywood Reporter. No one else was hurt. His wife, Nella Vera, remembered him as her “soulmate” and “partner in crime” in a heartbreaking tribute shared on his Facebook page. “He had many public accomplishments and awards throughout his long and succes…

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Conservative NJ Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Conservative NJ Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Conservative NJ Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt
Conservative NJ Influencer Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Two conservative influencers said they were putting Minnesota's voter vouching law to an extreme test when they dressed in Muslim-style clothing, adopted fake accents, and filmed themselves at polling places. But after reviewing videos of the stunt, prosecutors said the pair had violated state election laws and charged both with felonies. James Edward O'Keefe, 42, who grew up in Westwood, NJ, and Cam Higby, 26, of Gouverneur, NY, were each charged with felony unlawful voting and identity theft on Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced. The charges stem from the …

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NJ College Student, 20, Killed In Crash In Kentucky: State Police NJ College Student, 20, Killed In Crash In Kentucky: State Police NJ College Student, 20, Killed In Crash In Kentucky: State Police
NJ College Student, 20, Killed In Crash In Kentucky: State Police A 20-year-old Holmdel resident and Boston University college student was killed in a car crash in Kentucky Friday, Oct. 23, authorities said. At 9 a.m., troopers responded to Edmonson County after an Honda CRV operated by a 20-year-old Little Silver resident was traveling east on Pig Road and attempted to cross Brownsville Road when it collided with a Ford LT900 dump truck operated by a 24-year-old Kentucky resident, Kentucky State Police said. Colin Sharpe, a passenger in the Honda CRV, was pronounced dead at the scene while his passenger was airlifted to a nearby hospital, police said. Th…

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Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Philly Suburb Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Philly Suburb Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Philly Suburb
Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Philly Suburb A young child was rescued after falling into a septic pipe in Penny on Tuesday evening, Oct. 27, according to a dispatch and officials. Emergency crews responded to the 300 block of Snyder Avenue in West Goshen Township, Chester County where a 5:22 p.m. dispatch entry reported a conscious 3-year-old trapped in a septic pipe approximately 16 inches wide. Officials described the child as between 3 and 4 years old and said the child had fallen approximately one foot into the pipe. The County Rescue Task Force was dispatched, and township assistance was requested for a backhoe and pump truck, …

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Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch
Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch If you've been desperately waiting to get back to Vice City, a new dream job could actually pay you to roam around Leonida. Virgin Media Ireland is looking for one lucky gamer to play the highly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto VI" for eight hours and share their thoughts on the video game. The company is offering 100 euros (about $112) per hour, for a total of nearly $900. The game will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S for $79.99 on Thursday, Nov. 19. "GTA 6 is the biggest game launch in years, maybe ever," a Virgin Media spokesperson said. "Gamers all over the…

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Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify
Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Millions of Americans who purchased certain generic prescription drugs could qualify for payouts from more than $530 million in settlements. Several major drug manufacturers agreed to settle class-action lawsuits accusing them of violating antitrust and consumer protection laws by working together to raise prescription drug prices. The settlements involve Apotex and Heritage, Sandoz, and Sun/Taro, USA Today reported. Consumers and third-party payers may qualify if they purchased certain generic medications in the US between Friday, May 1, 2009, and Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. The set…

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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ
Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ A butter product is under recall, giving shoppers a reason to check what is tucked inside their refrigerators and freezers. The recall covers Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, according to an FDA enforcement report. The agency lists yeast, mold, and E. coli as the reason. Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., based in Boise, Idaho, voluntarily initiated the recall Friday, Sept. 11. The FDA classified it as Class II on Friday, Oct. 23, and lists its status as ongoing. The affected product was distributed in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana,…

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7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion
7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven is adding a Korean-inspired food menu as the convenience store chain tries to attract more customers. The company announced its new "Flavors of Korea" lineup in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The menu includes several new items at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide. The new offerings include 10 spicy chicken dumplings for $5 and eight boneless wings for $5 coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze. A Korean barbecue pizza is also being introduced with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, carrots, garlic, green onions, cheese, and barbecue sa…

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Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch
Dream Job Offers $112 An Hour To Play GTA 6 Ahead Of Highly Anticipated Launch If you've been desperately waiting to get back to Vice City, a new dream job could actually pay you to roam around Leonida. Virgin Media Ireland is looking for one lucky gamer to play the highly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto VI" for eight hours and share their thoughts on the video game. The company is offering 100 euros (about $112) per hour, for a total of nearly $900. The game will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S for $79.99 on Thursday, Nov. 19. "GTA 6 is the biggest game launch in years, maybe ever," a Virgin Media spokesperson said. "Gamers all over the…

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Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify
Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Millions of Americans who purchased certain generic prescription drugs could qualify for payouts from more than $530 million in settlements. Several major drug manufacturers agreed to settle class-action lawsuits accusing them of violating antitrust and consumer protection laws by working together to raise prescription drug prices. The settlements involve Apotex and Heritage, Sandoz, and Sun/Taro, USA Today reported. Consumers and third-party payers may qualify if they purchased certain generic medications in the US between Friday, May 1, 2009, and Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. The set…

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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ
Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States, Including NJ A butter product is under recall, giving shoppers a reason to check what is tucked inside their refrigerators and freezers. The recall covers Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, according to an FDA enforcement report. The agency lists yeast, mold, and E. coli as the reason. Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., based in Boise, Idaho, voluntarily initiated the recall Friday, Sept. 11. The FDA classified it as Class II on Friday, Oct. 23, and lists its status as ongoing. The affected product was distributed in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana,…

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7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion
7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven is adding a Korean-inspired food menu as the convenience store chain tries to attract more customers. The company announced its new "Flavors of Korea" lineup in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The menu includes several new items at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide. The new offerings include 10 spicy chicken dumplings for $5 and eight boneless wings for $5 coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze. A Korean barbecue pizza is also being introduced with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, carrots, garlic, green onions, cheese, and barbecue sa…

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Barbara Barrie Dies: Versatile Actress' Many Roles Spanned Movies, TV, Broadway Barbara Barrie Dies: Versatile Actress' Many Roles Spanned Movies, TV, Broadway Barbara Barrie Dies: Versatile Actress' Many Roles Spanned Movies, TV, Broadway
Barbara Barrie Dies: Versatile Actress' Many Roles Spanned Movies, TV, Broadway Barbara Barrie, a versatile actress whose career carried her from Broadway to familiar television living rooms, has died, according to multiple reports. Barrie died in New York City on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at her Manhattan home. She was 95. Her daughter, Jane Harnick, told The New York Times that Barrie had terminal cancer and that her death was medically assisted. Her work earned recognition across film, theater, and television, including Oscar, Tony, and Emmy nominations. Movie audiences knew her as the mother in the 1979 coming-of-age film “Breaking Away,” a performance that earned her a…

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'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles 'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles 'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles
'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles One of the most recognizable voices in basketball is leaving "Inside the NBA" after hosting the iconic show for nearly four decades. Ernie Johnson said that the 2026-27 NBA season will be his last on the show. The 70-year-old made the announcement in an Instagram video on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Johnson called his departure "totally my decision." "I've always prided myself on my preparation, the hours I put in every day getting ready for the next show," he said. "I've always loved that part of my job, but I've always vowed that if that ever became more of a challenge than it is a joy…

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203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs 203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs 203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs
203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs More than 200 passengers have been left stranded after a residential cruise halted its global voyage, turning a floating-home dream into an uncertain search for somewhere to stay. The Villa Vie Odyssey is docked in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. Its Florida-based operator, Villa Vie Residences, announced the suspension Tuesday, Oct. 27, citing fuel costs it said had become unsustainable. The 642-foot ship carried 203 passengers, predominantly Americans, and 156 crew members, according to NBC News. Those onboard have been instructed to disembark, with no confirmed date for the voyage to resume. F…

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Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report
Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report A famous vacation destination can come with a premium price, but a new comparison identifies alternatives that could deliver a similar getaway for considerably less. Duel.com’s October report compared 16 well-known destinations with lower-cost counterparts and estimated daily spending for one adult. Maiori, Italy, led the comparison by percentage savings. Breckenridge, Colorado, offered the largest dollar reduction among the destination pairs. The analysis priced well-reviewed three- or four-star hotels on identical dates within each pair. Food and drink estimates used a fixed basket of me…

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How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research
How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research Losing a paycheck could leave many workers facing a financial squeeze before they find a suitable replacement job, new Monster research suggests. Only 39 percent of employed adults surveyed said they could maintain their current standard of living for at least three months after losing their primary source of income. The findings come from the Monster Research Institute’s Q3 Monster Livelihood Index, which measures workers’ perceptions of their financial resilience and career options. The survey also found that fewer than half, 48 percent, felt confident they could find another job meeting…

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