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Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How
Krispy Kreme is offering something on Election Day that people across the political spectrum can agree on: free doughnuts. The doughnut chain will give away one free Original Glazed doughnut who tell employees they voted or show an "I Voted" sticker at participating shops nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Krispy Kreme announced the Election Day giveaway on Monday, Nov. 2. The freebie is limited to one doughnut per person while supplies last, and no purchase is necessary. "Showing up for our communities – whether by voting or volunteering at the polls – is worth celebrating," said chief b…
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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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Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak
The Taurid meteor shower is approaching a peak that could give skywatchers a bright reason to stay up late. The Southern Taurids’ November peak falls overnight Wednesday, Nov. 4, into Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the American Meteor Society’s calendar. The following night, Thursday into Friday, Nov. 6, also offers a viewing opportunity. Skywatchers across the Northeastern US should look around midnight and into the early morning hours, weather permitting. That is when Taurus, the constellation from which the meteors appear to originate, sits high in the sky. The attraction is brightness …
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America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice
A small village with a big habit of helping others has earned a national honor for making kindness part of everyday life. Liverpool, New York, about 5 miles north of Syracuse, is Reader’s Digest’s Nicest Place in America for 2026. The magazine’s winning profile highlights residents whose generosity reaches well beyond their own streets. Liverpool (marked in red) is located just north of Syracuse in central New York. It sits beside Onondaga Lake. Google Maps The annual contest, launched in 2017, begins with reader nominations. Reader’s Digest’s editorial team vets the submissions and…
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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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Allentown, PA
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Woman Killed In Halloween Morning Allentown Crash ID’d By Coroner
A Pennsylvania woman was struck and killed on Halloween morning, and her identity has now been released, the coroner announced on Monday, Nov. 2. Alronica Canada, 53, of Northampton, was struck by a motor vehicle in the 300 block of West Hamilton Street in Allentown at approximately 5:05 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said. Canada was taken to St. Luke’s Hospital–Sacred Heart Campus in Allentown, where she was pronounced dead in the emergency department at 5:27 a.m., according to the coroner’s office. An autopsy completed Monday at the Lehigh County Coron…
Arlington, VA
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Man Fighting For His Life After Police Divers Pull Him From Water Near Key Bridge (
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A man is fighting for his life after being pulled from the water near Key Bridge on Sunday. DC Fire and EMS crews were called on Nov. 1 to rescue a person near the 3300 block of Water Street NW, officials confirmed. With emergency boats on the scene, divers from the Metropolitan Police Department rescued the man near the bridge, officials said. Water Rescue: 3300 Block of Water Street NW@dcfireems responded for the report of one person in the water. @DCPoliceDept divers rescued one adult male from the water in the area of Key Bridge.Patient transported in critical condition. pic.twitte…
Carmel, NY
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Several Hospitalized After Route 43 Crash In Lake Carmel
Multiple people were taken to hospitals after a crash on a Putnam County roadway. The crash happened on Ludingtonville Road (Route 43) in the Lake Carmel area a little after 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, according to the Lake Carmel Fire Department. Arriving crews helped EMS with caring for those injured while also providing traffic control at the scene. Several people were hospitalized for further evaluation and treatment, the department said. More information about the extent of injuries was not immediately available.
Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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Driver, 84, Hits 2 People After Jumping Curb At Taconic Parkway Rest Stop In LaGrange: Cops
Two pedestrians were struck by an SUV that jumped a curb and drove onto a sidewalk at a rest stop along the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County, police said. The crash happened at the Taste of New York rest area in LaGrange at around 2:20 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, according to New York State Police. Investigators said an 84-year-old Hudson resident was trying to park a 2014 Subaru at the rest area, located near mile marker 46.6 along the parkway. While pulling into a parking space, he accelerated, sending the vehicle over the curb and onto the sidewalk, where it s…
Aldie, VA
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Armed, Dangerous Suspect Captured Following Aldie Search Sparked By 911 Call (
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A frantic 911 call with a woman screaming in the background sparked a massive search for an armed-and-dangerous suspect in Virginia who is now behind bars, authorities announced. Christian De Jesus Santiago, 30, of Manassas, was arrested Sunday evening, Nov. 1, following an alleged domestic assault that prompted an extensive search in the area of Conejo Way and Northstar Boulevard in Aldie, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were initially called to the 41000 block of Conejo Way around 11:55 a.m. after receiving a 911 hang-up call during which a woman could be heard …
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Media, PA
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Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check
A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled over possible Salmonella contamination, prompting consumers to check their bottles before taking another capsule. Vitality Works Inc., of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, according to its company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall covers 120-count white plastic bottles bearing lot number 2025-26227 and expiration date 10/13/2028. Both identifiers are printed on the bottom of the bottle. The listed UPC is 9948252099. Consumers…
Norwalk, CT
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Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
A spice-cabinet staple is being recalled over possible lead contamination, prompting shoppers to check their pantry shelves. New York-based SLR Food Distribution Inc., headquartered in Hicksville on Long Island, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife brand ground cinnamon, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall followed testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, which found elevated lead levels in a product sample. No illnesses had been reported when the company announced the recall Thursday, Oct. 29. Consumers should stop using the recalle…
Arlington, VA
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Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get
Lidl is offering a special Thanksgiving meal deal as families navigate higher grocery prices before the holiday. The discount supermarket chain will offer a Thanksgiving dinner for up to 10 people for $34.40. The promotion will run from Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Wednesday, Nov. 25. The meal includes a 14-pound turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "Thanksgiving is about bringing people together, and we believe families deserve more to value — more food, more savings, and more confidence in the prices they pay," chief customer offic…
Hartford, CT
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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…
Bethesda, MD
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Deadly Danger Prompts Urgent Warning For 100K+ Magnetic Toys
Federal regulators are warning about more than 100,000 children's toys that could cause serious injuries or death if their powerful magnets are swallowed. The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the urgent warning for about 101,282 CHE-US Magnetic Robot Stick Figure Toys on Thursday, Oct. 29. The toys violate the mandatory federal toy safety standard because their arms and legs can release loose high-powered magnets. If swallowed, the magnets can attract each other or other metal objects inside the body and become lodged in the digestive system. This can cause intestinal perforations,…
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20-Year-Old Pilot ID'd As One Of 9 Victims In Florida Jet Crash
Before she was old enough to drive, a young South Florida student had already earned a distinction few teenagers can claim. Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras, 20, also known as Nathalia Gadelha, has been identified by multiple reports as the co-pilot killed in a Learjet 60 crash that left all nine people aboard dead. The FAA, NTSB, and local officials had not publicly released the names of the other victims. Gadelha earned her private pilot’s license in October 2023, at age 17, before receiving her driver’s license, WPEC CBS 12 in Boca Raton reported, sharing an interview it did with her whe…
National Interest
Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love'
Music lovers are mourning the loss of a singer whose signature song has endured for decades. Steve Ellis, the teenage frontman for London band Love Affair, died Friday, Oct. 30, at age 76 after complications from a chronic illness, according to an announcement posted to his official Facebook page. Ellis died peacefully Friday evening with loved ones present, the announcement said. He is survived by his wife, Val. Love Affair reached No. 1 on the UK singles chart in 1967 with its cover of "Everlasting Love," knocking the Beatles’ "Hello, Goodbye" from the top spot. The band also hit No. 1 w…
National Interest
Martha Stewart Issues Apology After Deleting Post, Saying She 'Really Screwed Up'
Martha Stewart has delivered a blunt apology after a deleted holiday post landed the lifestyle mogul in hot water. Stewart, 85, acknowledged on Instagram that her first response to criticism of her Halloween costume had fallen short. “It’s hard to admit when you’ve really screwed up,” Stewart wrote. “My earlier statement didn’t go far enough. I know many people are suffering economically. Wearing a costume like I did was insensitive and not funny. I am very sorry.” The controversy began on Halloween with a photo posted on Saturday, Oct. 31, showing Stewart dressed as a person experiencing …
National Interest
Former NFL Quarterback Who Helped Reshape College Football Dies
A former NFL quarterback who helped reshape college football’s passing game and revive struggling programs has died. The University of Hawaii announced that June Jones died Thursday, Oct. 29, in Oregon at 73. His career spanned professional football, college turnarounds, and decades of teaching the run-and-shoot offense. An official cause of death has not been publicly announced, according to Gridiron Heroics. Jones grew up in Portland, Oregon, and excelled in football, basketball, and baseball at Grant High School. He played college quarterback at Oregon and Hawaii before transferrin…
National Interest
New Netflix Arrivals: Your November Watchlist Starts Here
Your Netflix watchlist is about to get crowded. November’s arrivals offer plenty of reasons to keep the remote close. Returning series, holiday movies, true-crime documentaries, and live football fill Netflix’s November lineup. Here’s what’s coming and when to watch. “Mike Tyson: Return of the Mike” arrives Tuesday, Nov. 3. The former heavyweight champion trades punches for personal stories in a one-man comedy special. “St. Denis Medical” also adds season two, following an overworked staff at an Oregon hospital as they juggle patients and workplace chaos. “A Dog’s Perfec…
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Pascack Valley, NJ
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$1.7M Westwood Home With Waterfall Pool, Smart Technology Sets 2026 Borough Record
A four-bedroom home has sold for $1.7 million, making it the most expensive residential sale of 2026 for a Bergen County borough. The Colonial at 22 Bryant Pl., in Westwood, sold for $1.7 million on Tuesday, Oct. 27, according to Max Stokes of Keller Williams, who represented both the buyer and seller. The sale marks the highest residential price recorded in Westwood this year, real estate records show A home at 35 Forest Ave. sold for $2.13M in 2024. Built in 2020, the four-bedroom, 3½-bathroom home features a two-story foyer, formal living and dining rooms, and a chef's kitchen with dual…
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ
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Up To 60% Off As Millburn Shoe Store Prepares To Close After Decade
A longtime New Jersey shoe store is closing after more than a decade in business, and shoppers have just days left to stop in. Roxy Shoes, located at 356 Millburn Ave., in Millburn, will close its doors on Tuesday, Nov. 10, the shop announced in an Oct. 20 Facebook post. The store is holding a closing sale with discounts of up to 60% on select merchandise. Savings vary by item, and merchandise remains available while supplies last. "We are incredibly grateful to our amazing community and everyone who has supported us throughout the years. It has truly been a pleasure!" The store invited c…
Towson, MD
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One Final Pint: Guinness Brewery In Maryland Set To Close After Eight Years
Last call is coming for beer lovers in Maryland. After more than eight years, millions of visitors, and hundreds of beers, Guinness Open Gate Brewery is preparing to pour its final pints on Sunday, Nov. 1. That leaves customers just one more day to visit the popular brewery at 5001 Washington Blvd. in Halethorpe before it closes its doors for good. The closure marks the end of an experiment that brought one of Ireland's most recognizable brands to the heart of Maryland's craft brewing scene. Guinness opened the Baltimore County brewery in 2018, transforming the former Calvert distillery s…
Pascack Valley, NJ
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Tice's Corner Sells For Whopping $109.5M
A popular Bergen County shopping center has sold for a whopping $109.5 million, and its new owner has plans to bring in more stores, restaurants, and gathering spaces (see attachment at the bottom of this Daily Voice article with more). Tice's Corner in Woodcliff Lake, a 120,000-square-foot shopping destination anchored by Apple, was acquired by Massachusetts-based WS Development in October 2026, according to Cushman & Wakefield, which represented the buyer. The new owner plans to introduce additional brands and local businesses across retail, beauty, wellness, and dining, along with ar…
Waldorf, MD
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ICE Detains Father Outside Waldorf Silver Diner Days Before Son's 8th Birthday
Salvador Calderas Lopez was getting ready to start his workday in Maryland. ICE had other plans. Before his shift even began on Monday morning, Oct. 26, Calderas Lopez was detained by federal immigration agents outside the Silver Diner in Waldorf, according to his family. "He was taken without a warrant or reason, and our family has been left trying to navigate an urgent and painful situation," his sister-in-law, Andrea Chavez-Romero, wrote in a GoFundMe campaign. "Salvador is a great dad and a valued member of the community." According to Chavez-Romero, officers in unmarked vehicles took…