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Hughesville Couple Faces Real-Life Nightmare Before Halloween As Fire Leaves Them With Nothing Hughesville Couple Faces Real-Life Nightmare Before Halloween As Fire Leaves Them With Nothing Hughesville Couple Faces Real-Life Nightmare Before Halloween As Fire Leaves Them With Nothing
Hughesville Couple Faces Real-Life Nightmare Before Halloween As Fire Leaves Them With Nothing The tombstones were supposed to be decorations. But the nightmare was all too real for a Maryland couple whose home went up in smoke just days before Halloween, leaving them facing the daunting task of starting over as friends and neighbors rally to help. Laura and Joe Kosky lost their belongings when a fire tore through their Hughesville home on Wednesday, Oct. 21, according to a GoFundMe launched on their behalf. The blaze broke out shortly before 11:30 a.m. in the 16000 block of Rivers Reach Lane, where volunteer firefighters arrived to find an active basement fire. Photos from the sce…

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by Zak Failla

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Chestnut Ridge Middle School Evacuated After Bomb Threat: Report A reported bomb threat has prompted the evacuation of a middle school in Rockland County as police and firefighters investigate the situation.  Emergency crews responded to Chestnut Ridge Middle School, located at 892 Chestnut Ridge Rd. in Chestnut Ridge, on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 29, following a report of a bomb threat, The Monsey Scoop reported. According to the outlet, Ramapo Police, the South Spring Valley Fire Department, the Monsey Fire Department, and other emergency personnel responded to the school.   The school building was being evacuated as authorities investig…

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Hoboken, NJ
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Hoboken Schools Locked Down, Park Evacuated Amid Reported Threat Hoboken Schools Locked Down, Park Evacuated Amid Reported Threat Hoboken Schools Locked Down, Park Evacuated Amid Reported Threat
Hoboken Schools Locked Down, Park Evacuated Amid Reported Threat Multiple schools were placed under lockdown or shelter-in-place orders, a park was evacuated, and streets were closed in Hoboken as police investigated a reported potential threat, authorities said. The A.J. Demarest building, home to Hoboken Middle School, was placed on lockdown, while Calabro School, Hudson School, and the Rue Building were ordered to shelter in place, Hoboken police said. Church Square Park was also being evacuated, and all students were being kept inside as a precaution, police said. Streets were closed between Fourth and Sixth streets and between Bloomfield and Ga…

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by Cecilia Levine
Simsbury, CT
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Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning
Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning A seafood recall is prompting an urgent warning for shoppers: The fish could pose a life-threatening risk even if it looks and smells normal. Haifa Smoked Fish, based in Queens, New York, is recalling approximately 560 pounds of cold smoked sprats because of potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, according to its announcement posted by the FDA. The bacterium can cause botulism, a potentially fatal illness. The recall includes all lots, and the company initiated it Tuesday, Oct. 27. The fish went to retailers, restaurants, wholesalers, and food service customers in New York, Ne…

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by Joe Lombardi
Camden, NJ
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Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey
Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey A new survey from Campbell's reveals which side dishes are the nation's favorites as Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Camden, New Jersey-based food company released its annual State of the Sides Report on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The survey found that Americans are planning to serve more Thanksgiving side dishes in 2026, with many preferring them over turkey. According to Campbell's, the five most popular Thanksgiving side dishes are: Green bean casserole Mac & cheese Yams or sweet potatoes Mashed potatoes Stuffing or dressing Green bean casserole remains a holiday favorite, …

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New Rochelle, NY
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Victim Robbed Of $100, Stabbed On Bridge In New Rochelle — Assailant Found Guilty, DA Says Victim Robbed Of $100, Stabbed On Bridge In New Rochelle — Assailant Found Guilty, DA Says Victim Robbed Of $100, Stabbed On Bridge In New Rochelle — Assailant Found Guilty, DA Says
Victim Robbed Of $100, Stabbed On Bridge In New Rochelle — Assailant Found Guilty, DA Says A 41-year-old man has been convicted of attempted murder after robbing a pedestrian of $100 and repeatedly stabbing him in the face, neck, and body as he tried to make his way home in Westchester County.  New Rochelle resident Kevin Lopez, 41, was found guilty by a Westchester County jury on Thursday, Oct. 29, in connection with the violent robbery on the Centre Avenue Bridge in New Rochelle, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced.  The attack happened at around 10 p.m. on July 30, 2025, as the victim was walking across the Centre Avenue Bridge over Interstate…

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Kinderhook-Valatie, NY
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Attempted Murder Suspects Arrested Days After Hudson Shooting: State Police Attempted Murder Suspects Arrested Days After Hudson Shooting: State Police Attempted Murder Suspects Arrested Days After Hudson Shooting: State Police
Attempted Murder Suspects Arrested Days After Hudson Shooting: State Police Two men have been arrested for attempted murder following a shooting in the Capital Region, police said. Devin Mackey, 23, and Demetries Mackey, 21, both of Hudson, are accused of shooting a 44-year-old man on Tuesday, Oct. 20 in Stockport, New York State Police announced Thursday, Oct. 29. Police responded around 4:20 p.m. Oct. 20 to Hill Street in Stockport and located a man suffering from gunshot wounds, authorities said. The victim was rushed to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, state police said. The Mackeys were arrested Monday, Oct. 26, according to state police. …

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Arlington, VA
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Passenger Tries To Save DC Woman After Medical Emergency Behind Wheel Turns Deadly: Police Passenger Tries To Save DC Woman After Medical Emergency Behind Wheel Turns Deadly: Police Passenger Tries To Save DC Woman After Medical Emergency Behind Wheel Turns Deadly: Police
Passenger Tries To Save DC Woman After Medical Emergency Behind Wheel Turns Deadly: Police A passenger tried to prevent a tragedy when a DC woman suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel. But there was no stopping what came next. Renee Pope, 57, of Southwest DC, died after her SUV struck another vehicle and overturned during a five-car crash in Southeast DC on Wednesday morning, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Officers were called shortly before 8:15 a.m. on Oct. 28 to the 900 block of Mississippi Avenue SE, where they found an overturned 2027 Nissan Rogue, a damaged 2021 Nissan Rogue, and three parked vehicles that were also involved in the chain-reaction …

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East Brunswick, NJ
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East Brunswck Woman, 28, Killed In Route 18 Pedestrian Crash East Brunswck Woman, 28, Killed In Route 18 Pedestrian Crash East Brunswck Woman, 28, Killed In Route 18 Pedestrian Crash
East Brunswck Woman, 28, Killed In Route 18 Pedestrian Crash A 28-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle and later died from her injuries in East Brunswick early Thursday morning, Oct. 29, authorities said. Michelle F. Chitacapa, of East Brunswick, was struck at the intersection of Route 18 and Racetrack Road around 5:09 a.m., East Brunswick police said. Officers responded after receiving a 911 call reporting the crash. Chitacapa was taken to a local hospital, where she later died, police said. The driver remained at the scene and was not injured, authorities said. The crash remains under investigation by Patrolman Michael Manning of the East B…

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Spring Valley, NY
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Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Spring Valley Is Convicted Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Spring Valley Is Convicted Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Spring Valley Is Convicted
Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Spring Valley Is Convicted More than four years after a 17-year-old boy was shot to death while parking a car with his aunt at a Rockland County apartment complex, his killer has been convicted of murder.  Haverstraw resident Anthony Mitchell, 27, was found guilty on Thursday, Oct. 29, of second-degree murder and second-degree attempted murder in the July 2022 shooting that killed Treynahel Cineus, 17, of Spring Valley, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh announced.  The verdict followed a three-week trial before Rockland County Court Judge Kevin Russo.  According to prosecutors, the shooti…

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Bethesda, MD
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Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know
Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Portable chargers sold on Amazon are being recalled after hundreds of reports of fires and overheating, including several burn injuries. The recall affects about 11,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks sold by Mitrytech, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The black chargers have "20W" printed on the front and "Model: W5 PRO" printed on the side. Only devices without an eight-digit date code printed on the side are affected. Mitrytech has received 600 report…

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Hartford, CT
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DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change
DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash is buying Instacart in a $17 billion deal, uniting two major brands for on-demand deliveries of groceries, meals, and other everyday essentials. The two delivery companies announced the agreement in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 29. DoorDash will pay $65 per share to acquire Instacart, with the deal expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028. DoorDash expects to keep Instacart's name and app after the acquisition. Both companies will continue operating separately until the deal is finalized. Instacart customers could gain access to more than 50,000 additional stores…

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Bethesda, MD
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Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands
Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Nearly 6 million coffee makers are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when their glass containers shattered. Bodum USA recalled about 5.9 million french press coffee makers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The glass carafes can unexpectedly break if they're cracked or damaged, including from stirring coffee with metal spoons. The recall covers eight-cup and 12-cup Bodum french press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes. The affected models include Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya. Bodum ha…

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Hartford, CT
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Northeast Grocery Chain Offering Thanksgiving Meal For Under $40 Amid Rising Prices Northeast Grocery Chain Offering Thanksgiving Meal For Under $40 Amid Rising Prices Northeast Grocery Chain Offering Thanksgiving Meal For Under $40 Amid Rising Prices
Northeast Grocery Chain Offering Thanksgiving Meal For Under $40 Amid Rising Prices Price Chopper is bringing back its Thanksgiving meal deal as families navigate inflation and rising grocery prices. Market 32 and Price Chopper supermarkets will offer a complete Thanksgiving feast for 10 people for less than $40, the Schenectady, New York-based company said in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 29. The promotion will run from Sunday, Nov. 1, through Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 26. The meal costs less than $4 per person and includes a turkey, potatoes, stuffing, and other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "We know how much it means to bring loved ones together fo…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy
Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts is teaming up with Liquid Death to introduce a new orange-flavored pastry. The new Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange Pop-Tarts will arrive at participating retailers in November, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The limited-time flavor is based on Liquid Death's orange soda-flavored sparkling water. The toaster pastries feature an orange-flavored filling and a crust with hints of sugar cookie flavor, along with frosting and orange sprinkles. "Pop-Tarts has always made room for a little fun with flavor, and our partnerships let us take that spirit…

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by Chris Spiker

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Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day
Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day The clock change is almost here, and familiar routines could suddenly look very different outside your window. Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 1, when clocks across most of the US turn back from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. local time, according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Both sunrise and sunset will shift about an hour earlier by the clock. That brings more morning light, but less daylight for errands, outdoor activities, and the trip home from work. AccuWeather says New York City, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and Seattle will all see sunset before 5 p.m. Sunday. F…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood
Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Elke Sommer, the international screen star who brought glamour and comedy to the “Pink Panther” film series, has died, according to multiple reports. The Golden Globe winner died Wednesday, Oct. 28, at her home in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles after an extended period of declining health. She was 85. The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline reported her death. Sommer starred opposite Peter Sellers in “A Shot in the Dark,” the 1964 sequel to “The Pink Panther.” The role became one of her best-known performances in a career that spanned American and European cinema. She also appeared al…

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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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by Joe Lombardi
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Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park
Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park A zookeeper has died after being attacked by a leopard at a safari park where she worked for nearly 40 years. The woman died on Tuesday, Oct. 27, after suffering serious injuries at Beekse Bergen Safari Park in Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands, the park announced in an Instagram post. The attack happened on Saturday, Oct. 24, while she was working inside an enclosure with two male Persian leopards. The unidentified zookeeper was alone when she suffered severe injuries to her head and neck, Dutch public broadcaster NOS reported. Despite her injuries, she managed to alert coworkers using a walk…

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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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Fredericksburg, VA
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Lottery Player Wins $1M While Grabbing Drink At Virginia Mart: Wife Reacts With Three Words Lottery Player Wins $1M While Grabbing Drink At Virginia Mart: Wife Reacts With Three Words Lottery Player Wins $1M While Grabbing Drink At Virginia Mart: Wife Reacts With Three Words
Lottery Player Wins $1M While Grabbing Drink At Virginia Mart: Wife Reacts With Three Words A Virginia man went out for a drink and came home with a million dollars. His wife wasn't buying it. An anonymous Martinsville man turned an ordinary convenience store run into an extraordinary payday when he bought a Virginia Lottery scratcher worth $1 million, then went home to share the news with his skeptical spouse. Her response? "Get out of here!" According to Virginia Lottery officials, the lucky winner stopped at the Fas Mart at 110 S. Brookdale Street in Martinsville to grab something to drink when he decided to try his luck. "Well, let me get a ticket," he recalled thinking. T…

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Montclair, NJ
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Sherrill Lists $3.5M Montclair Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion Sherrill Lists $3.5M Montclair Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion Sherrill Lists $3.5M Montclair Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion
Sherrill Lists $3.5M Montclair Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has listed her family's historic Victorian estate is for nearly $3.5 million after moving into the state's designated governor's mansion, Drumthwacket, over the summer. The home at 176 S. Mountain Ave., in Montclair is listed for $3,499,000, according to Zillow. The property is listed by Kathryn Scandalios of Stanton Company. Built in 1865, the Empire Victorian sits on 1.1 acres and features six bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and one half-bath. Inside, the home boasts soaring ceilings, intricate moldings, refinished hardwood floors, oversized windows, an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Scarsdale, NY
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Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Scarsdale Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Scarsdale Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Scarsdale
Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Scarsdale Pickleball enthusiasts in Westchester County have a new place to play year-round, as a 22,000-square-foot indoor facility has opened in a former Buy Buy Baby store.  The Picklr Scarsdale, located at 1019 Central Park Ave. in Greenburgh, officially opened on Saturday, Oct. 17, and will celebrate with a grand opening event on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 1:30 p.m., Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28.  The new club features eight dedicated indoor pickleball courts, including a championship-sized court, along with professional-grade playing surfaces, a pro …

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by Ben Crnic
Hartford, CT
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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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Southampton, NY
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Vitamin Shoppe Founder Drops Price For 3.5-Acre Sagaponack Estate Vitamin Shoppe Founder Drops Price For 3.5-Acre Sagaponack Estate Vitamin Shoppe Founder Drops Price For 3.5-Acre Sagaponack Estate
Vitamin Shoppe Founder Drops Price For 3.5-Acre Sagaponack Estate The price on a 3.5-acre Hamptons estate owned by the founder of The Vitamin Shoppe has been slashed by $10 million. Jeffrey Horowitz’s compound in Sagaponack is now available for $79 million, the New York Post reported. The listing was most recently updated Tuesday, Oct. 27, according to real estate company Serhant. Horowitz first listed the 9,000 square-foot home and adjacent golf course for $89 million in July 2025. He reportedly attempted to get $125 million for the home in an off-market transaction before eventually listing the property. “This unique offering affords a new buyer the o…

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by Joe Wilkinson