Ocean
Business
Suds In The 'Shark Tank:' Brick Twp Soap Company Sees $100K Investment From Mark Cuban Suds In The 'Shark Tank:' Brick Twp Soap Company Sees $100K Investment From Mark Cuban
Suds In The 'Shark Tank:' Brick Twp Soap Company Sees $100K Investment From Mark Cuban An Ocean County company that makes a therapeutic type of muscle-massaging soap is now swimming with a Shark. The Brick Township-based company called Sorsoap was featured on an episode of ABC's 'Shark Tank' that premiered on Friday, Apr. 12. The company was founded by David Restiano and Dr. David Staats. Dr. Staats owns a physical therapy clinic on Brick Boulevard. Restiano was one of his patients before the two became business partners. The two men enjoy playing sports and were looking for a way to relieve muscle pain while cleaning off sweat and dirt. In their seven-minute sales pitch and…

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by Chris Spiker
Paramus
Business
Paramus Chick-fil-A Weeks Away From Opening, Mayor Says Paramus Chick-fil-A Weeks Away From Opening, Mayor Says
Paramus Chick-fil-A Weeks Away From Opening, Mayor Says The opening of the brand-new Paramus Chick-fil-A is imminent. According to Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza, the Chick-fil-A being built alongside the northbound side of Route 17 will open in the first week of May. The fast-casual chicken joint replaces The Fireplace, which closed in July 2021 after 65 years in business. "We’re excited to welcome Chick-fil-A to Route 17," DiPiazza said. "Our residents and visitors will now have the easy opportunity to enjoy the nationwide brand. Their presence continues to keep our commercial corridors vibrant and help our residential tax base." Complete…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack
Business
Did Hackensack Hot Dog Shop Close Less Than Year After Opening? Did Hackensack Hot Dog Shop Close Less Than Year After Opening?
Did Hackensack Hot Dog Shop Close Less Than Year After Opening? Maybe their wieners weren't up to snuff? Hackensack Hot Dogs, which billed itself as having the "best wieners in town" appears to have closed after less than 10 months in business, according to a Google listing.  The restaurant's phones have been disconnected and the restaurant stopped posting on social media in February. However, city online ordering appears to still be operational. The hot dog shop at 7 State St. was the brainchild of three friends with deep roots in the city, serving up deep fried dogs with a variety of different flavors. On Facebook, commentators blamed…

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by Sam Barron
Ulster Sullivan
Business
New Hudson & Packard Pizzeria Opening In Kingston New Hudson & Packard Pizzeria Opening In Kingston
New Hudson & Packard Pizzeria Opening In Kingston An uber-popular eatery known for being named the "best Detroit-style pizza in the world" during an international competition is opening a second location in the region.  Hudson & Packard, a mainstay in Dutchess County in Poughkeepsie, announced they will open in Ulster County in Kingston in the old Corner Bar and Grill on Delaware Avenue. The new site.  Hudson & Packard One of the owners, Charlie Webb, said the new restaurant would be called "Sorry Charlie" and feature New York-round-style pizzas instead of its traditional Detroit-square, excellent craft cock…

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by Kathy Reakes
Ulster Sullivan
Business
Look Who's Back: Popular Restaurant In Region Reopens Look Who's Back: Popular Restaurant In Region Reopens
Look Who's Back: Popular Restaurant In Region Reopens Big food news in the region with the reopening of a favorite restaurant that closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lorenzo's Bistro, located in Sullivan County in Jeffersonville, reopened its doors on Monday, April 1, at 5002 Route 52 in the old Sal's Pizzeria building. Fans of the former Lorenzo's are already packing the restaurant.  Many of the "old favorites," such as the Cubano sandwich and Philly cheese steak, are back on the menu, as well as a lineup of everything from bagels and breakfast sandwiches to lunch and dinner entrees, including new Tex-Mex dishes. Resident Jason Dole …

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by Kathy Reakes
Shelton
Business
Hey, Flip Phone Lovers, New Consumer Cellular Store Opens in Shelton Hey, Flip Phone Lovers, New Consumer Cellular Store Opens in Shelton
Hey, Flip Phone Lovers, New Consumer Cellular Store Opens in Shelton Hey, flip phone lovers, a new Consumer Cellular, known for its old-style phones, has opened a new store in Fairfield County. Located in Shelton, store officials say they bring "award-winning" customer service, especially for the 50-plus community. In addition to getting a phone and service, customers can also get help troubleshooting their devices, ask questions about their accounts, or sign up for a new plan.  The store also sells a full lineup of new smartphones. The Shelton location is one of 25 opened this year across the country. The store is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday…

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by Kathy Reakes
Suffolk NY
Business
Photographer Forcibly Touches 18-Year-Old During Photo Shoot At Lindenhurst Business: Police Photographer Forcibly Touches 18-Year-Old During Photo Shoot At Lindenhurst Business: Police
Photographer Forcibly Touches 18-Year-Old During Photo Shoot At Lindenhurst Business: Police The owner of a Long Island photo studio is accused of molesting a teenage client. William Keegan, age 49, of Freeport, was arrested Friday, April 12, following an investigation by Suffolk County Police. Investigators said an 18-year-old woman contacted the agency on Monday, April 8, to report that Keegan had forcibly touched her during a photo shoot at his Lindenhurst studio, Flawless Digital Photos, in January 2023. Keegan is charged with forcible touching and endangering the welfare of a child.  He was issued an appearance ticket and will be arraigned at First District Court in Ce…

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by Michael Mashburn
Capital District
Business
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years 'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years After more than a decade of slingin’ pies, a well-reviewed pizzeria in the region is calling it quits. Rensselaer County eatery Village Pizza & Deli – located in the Village of Nassau at 2 Melden Street – will permanently close on Friday, May 10. “After 12 amazing years, the time has come for our family to take on a new adventure,” owners Jim and Marsha Winters said on Facebook. “It is with both excitement and sadness that we share the news that we have sold Village Pizza.” The couple told longtime followers that between now and closing day they intend to use up what they have in stock…

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by Michael Mashburn
Capital District
Business
Shenanigans, Indeed: Manager At Schenectady Gentleman's Club Busted Selling Meth, Feds Say Shenanigans, Indeed: Manager At Schenectady Gentleman's Club Busted Selling Meth, Feds Say
Shenanigans, Indeed: Manager At Schenectady Gentleman's Club Busted Selling Meth, Feds Say The general manager of a gentleman’s club in the region is facing federal charges after he was allegedly busted in an undercover sting selling drugs. Luiggi Canessa, who manages Shenanigans gentlemen's club in Schenectady, is named in a complaint filed in US District Court in the Northern District on Tuesday, April 9. FBI agents began investigating a “wide array of crime” occurring at the club, as well as an adjoining business, Sheer Pleasure Lingerie, in late 2023, according to the complaint. That conduct allegedly included drug and sex trafficking, and wire fraud. Canessa, who manages…

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by Michael Mashburn
Camden
Business
Cannabis Dispensary OK'd In Collingswood: Are You For It? (POLL) Cannabis Dispensary OK'd In Collingswood: Are You For It? (POLL)
Cannabis Dispensary OK'd In Collingswood: Are You For It? (Poll) A borough in Camden County is the latest municipality to approve cannabis sales at a state-approved dispensary. Collingswood Planning Board ok'd plans for the dispensary on Monday, April 8. It's expected to open by the fall. Acreage Holdings would open a retail outlet called "The Botanist" at 35 E. Crescent Boulevard (Route 130), in the former Egbert Express courier service property, according to Collingswood Administrator Cassandra Duffey. "It's exciting," Duffey said. Acreage operates The Botanist locations in Atlantic City, Egg Harbor Township, and Williamstown. "They're established i…

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by Jon Craig
Howard
Business
Woman Weeps With Joy While Sharing News Of $1M Powerball Win With Family In Howard County Woman Weeps With Joy While Sharing News Of $1M Powerball Win With Family In Howard County
Woman Weeps With Joy While Sharing News Of $1M Powerball Win With Family In Howard County A Howard County woman is still stunned a week after winning a million dollars playing a Powerball ticket.  The lucky winner said that she typically buys tickets once a week, shooting for the jackpot games such as Powerball or Mega Millions, and while she didn't hit the $1.09 billion jackpot for the drawing on Wednesday, April 3, she struck gold on a ticket sold at Royal Farms on Montevideo Road in Jessup. “I know the odds are long,” she said, “but somebody always eventually wins.”  She sure did, but didn't realize it immediately, the woman mused. “My nephew called me the ne…

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by Zak Failla
Yonkers
Business
Groundbreaking Held For Redevelopment Of Busy Westchester Shopping Center Groundbreaking Held For Redevelopment Of Busy Westchester Shopping Center
Groundbreaking Held For Redevelopment Of Busy Westchester Shopping Center Developers have broken ground on a redevelopment project meant to improve a busy Westchester shopping center.  A groundbreaking event celebrating the launch of the redevelopment at Yonkers' Ridge Hill shopping center was held on Wednesday, April 10 by developer North American Properties and city officials, including Mayor Mike Spano. The project will transform the center into a "more cohesive, human-centric" mixed-use space. Phase I of the project, which began with Wednesday's groundbreaking ceremony, entails reimagining the center's streetscape, modernizing the merchandisin…

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by Ben Crnic
White Plains
Business
New Cannabis Dispensary To Hold Grand Opening In Westchester: Here's When New Cannabis Dispensary To Hold Grand Opening In Westchester: Here's When
New Cannabis Dispensary To Hold Grand Opening In Westchester: Here's When An all-new recreational cannabis dispensary will soon open its doors in Westchester.  The new dispensary, called Leafology and located in White Plains at 244 Main St., will hold a grand opening complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 19.  The ceremony will feature an appearance by White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach and will also include live music, donuts, a raffle, and the unveiling of custom artwork created by local artists Marla Beth Enowitz, Jasminia Otero, and Chris Rios.  Once it opens up shop, the dispensary will offer plenty of cannabis products in vari…

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by Ben Crnic
Nassau
Business
Lead Found In Lunchables: Consumer Reports Urges USDA To Remove Product From School Programs Lead Found In Lunchables: Consumer Reports Urges USDA To Remove Product From School Programs
Lead Found In Lunchables: Consumer Reports Urges USDA To Remove Product From School Programs Tests performed by the nonprofit Consumer Reports allegedly found high levels of lead and phthalates in the popular snack boxes by Lunchables, leading the organization to call on the government to remove the lunches from the National School Lunch Program. Consumer Reports (CR) issued the call to the US Department of Agriculture to remove Lunchable meals from the national program following a report released on Tuesday, April 9. As part of the report, the organization tested store-bought Lunchable food kits and compared the nutritional profiles of these meals to the two school-only Lunchab…

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by Sophie Grieser
Nassau
Business
Rite Aid Announces Additional Long Island Store Closures After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid Announces Additional Long Island Store Closures After Declaring Bankruptcy
Rite Aid Announces Additional Long Island Store Closures After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid has announced new store closures after the struggling pharmacy chain filed for bankruptcy in the fourth quarter of 2023. Shortly after declaring bankruptcy, Rite Aid announced 154 store closures, with 20 in New York, and 14 on Long Island. In a filing on Tuesday, April 9, the company said 17 more stores, including three in New York (with two on Long Island) are now slated for closure. Rite Aid currently has 2,000 stores and about 44,000 employees. The Long Island stores slated for closure (with the newly announced closures in bold) are: 283 West Jericho Turnpike, Huntingto…

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by Joe Lombardi
Suffolk MA
Business
Rite Aid Announces Massachusetts Store Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid Announces Massachusetts Store Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy
Rite Aid Announces Massachusetts Store Closure After Declaring Bankruptcy Rite Aid has announced new store closures after the struggling pharmacy chain filed for bankruptcy in the fourth quarter of 2023. Shortly after declaring bankruptcy, Rite Aid announced 154 store closures. In a filing on Tuesday, April 9, the company said 17 more stores, including one in Massachusetts, in Fall River, at 10 Stafford Road, Rite Aid currently has 2,000 stores and about 44,000 employees. Rite Aid is one of a number of drugstore chains facing litigation related to the deadly abuse of opioids and more than a thousand lawsuits have been filed claiming Rite Aid illegally…

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by Joe Lombardi
Essex NJ
Business
Marijuana Dispensary Backed By Former 'RHONJ' Star's Ex-Husband Opens In 2 NJ Towns Marijuana Dispensary Backed By Former 'RHONJ' Star's Ex-Husband Opens In 2 NJ Towns
Marijuana Dispensary Backed By Former 'Rhonj' Star's Ex-Husband Opens In 2 NJ Towns A brand-new marijuana dispensary backed by the husband of a "Real Housewives of New Jersey" husband is now open in two locations. "The Dispensary" has opened its doors in both Somerset and is set to open in Union on Saturday, April 20. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Dispensaries of NJ (@thedispensariesofnj) The company was founded in 2022 with a mission of providing "a space where people can experience the healing properties of cannabis while receiving exceptional service and support," its website says. It's backed by Frank…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack
Business
Forbes Names NJ Billionaires To List Of Richest People In The World — AGAIN Forbes Names NJ Billionaires To List Of Richest People In The World — AGAIN
Forbes Names NJ Billionaires To List Of Richest People In The World — Again Some Garden Staters are raking in the dough. New Jersey residents once again made Forbes' annual list of the world's billionaires, with three ranking in the top 800, based on net worth. The Garden Staters you most want to hit up for cash are: No. 322: Rocco Commisso, 73, is the founder and CEO of cable company Mediacom based in Chester, New York and the richest man in New Jersey with a net worth of $8.8 billon. The Saddle River resident immigrated to the United States from Italy when he was 12 years old. His first job was playing the accordion during movie theater intermissions. No. 364.…

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by Sam Barron
The Berkshires
Business
'An Incredible Run': Egremont Restaurant Closing After Nearly 50 Years 'An Incredible Run': Egremont Restaurant Closing After Nearly 50 Years
'An Incredible Run': Egremont Restaurant Closing After Nearly 50 Years A popular restaurant in Western Massachusetts will hold its final dinner service after nearly 50 years in business. Berkshire County staple The Old Mill, located in Egremont at 53 Main Street, will permanently close in early June 2024, owner Terry Moore announced on its website. “In early June, after 46 glorious years, the Old Mill will close its doors. We have had an incredible run and I owe a huge debt of gratitude to the extremely dedicated staff that has worked alongside me all these years,” he said. Moore went on to thank the “countless wonderful guests” who have supported the restau…

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by Michael Mashburn
Capital District
Business
‘Means The World’: Community Rallies Around Colonie Restaurant Destroyed In Explosion ‘Means The World’: Community Rallies Around Colonie Restaurant Destroyed In Explosion
‘Means The World’: Community Rallies Around Colonie Restaurant Destroyed In Explosion The family behind a Thai restaurant in the region that was destroyed by an explosion and subsequent fire is feeling the love as community members rally around them. Firefighters from multiple agencies in Albany County responded at around 3:15 a.m. Thursday, April 4, for an explosion in Colonie at the Pad Thai Noodle restaurant on Everett Road. They arrived to find the single-story building, which also houses The Healing Meals, heavily damaged and on fire, Colonie Police Lt. Robert Donnelly said. Earlier Report: Explosion, Fire Destroys Pad Thai Noodle In Colonie The blaze was deeme…

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by Michael Mashburn
Nassau
Business
'New Era At Panera' Sees Dozens Of Items Chopped From Menu 'New Era At Panera' Sees Dozens Of Items Chopped From Menu
'New Era At Panera' Sees Dozens Of Items Chopped From Menu Did your favorite make the cut? Dozens of menu items have gotten the chop as Panera enters its “new era” complete with the largest menu overhaul in company history. The popular bakery-café chain officially launched its revamped menu at locations across the country on Thursday, April 4, with nine new offerings and 12 “enhanced” classics featuring more chicken and steak. Company officials said the move is aimed at “refocusing” on core Panera products that customers love the most: soups, salads, sandwiches, and macaroni and cheese. It will also streamline and simplify operations for employees…

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by Michael Mashburn
Atlantic
Business
Declining Departures Cause Spirit To Close Atlantic City Airport's Crew Hub Declining Departures Cause Spirit To Close Atlantic City Airport's Crew Hub
Declining Departures Cause Spirit To Close Atlantic City Airport's Crew Hub Spirit Airlines will close its crew base at Atlantic City International Airport, the company said. In a statement, a Spirit spokesperson said the airline will shut down its ACY crew base on Sunday, Sept. 1. The closing will affect 157 pilots and flight attendants. The move will not impact Spirit's flight schedule at ACY. "Over the past several years, our flight schedule from Atlantic City has gradually decreased to an average of 8-10 daily departures, depending on the season," the spokesperson said. "Moreover, half of this flying is to our largest crew bases in Florida. Given the grou…

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by Chris Spiker
Cape May
Business
Pints And Putts: Philly Brewery Opening New Ocean View Location Featuring Mini-Golf Pints And Putts: Philly Brewery Opening New Ocean View Location Featuring Mini-Golf
Pints And Putts: Philly Brewery Opening New Ocean View Location Featuring Mini-Golf A Philadelphia brewery is opening up a new location on the Jersey Shore that will also offer beer fans a chance to play mini-golf. Meyers Brewing Company will open a sister location in Ocean View, the brewery said in a Facebook post on Saturday, Apr. 6. It will be called Meyers Lighthouse Brewing Company and is expected to open in May. The new brewery will be located on Route 9, about a quarter-mile north of the intersection with Sea Isle Boulevard. "The brewery will serve a variety of beer styles such as hazy IPAs, sours, stouts, and more," Meyers Brewing Company wrote in its Facebook pos…

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by Chris Spiker
Suffolk NY
Business
Burlington Adding 2 Stores In Suffolk County Burlington Adding 2 Stores In Suffolk County
Burlington Adding 2 Stores In Suffolk County Attention shoppers: Burlington is expanding its footprint in New York. The discount retailer, formerly known as Burlington Coat Factory, is set to open three new stores on Long Island and one in the Capital Region this spring, the company announced on its website. Below are the locations and expected opening dates for the new stores: Albany County – Colonie on Friday, May 3 Nassau County – Oceanside on Friday, July 12 Suffolk County – Selden on Friday, April 19 and Riverhead on Friday, July 26 Specific addresses for the new locations were not immediately available. Founded in 1972, Burli…

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by Michael Mashburn
Middlesex NJ
Business
$70.4M Sale Of Woodbridge Center Means $155.7M Loss For Investors, Report Says $70.4M Sale Of Woodbridge Center Means $155.7M Loss For Investors, Report Says
$70.4M Sale Of Woodbridge Center Means $155.7M Loss For Investors, Report Says Seventy million may seem like a lot. But context is everything. New Jersey's troubled Woodbridge Center sold to an unnamed buyer for $70.4 million in February, according to credit-rating firm Kroll. While the sale resolved a loan issue, investors suffered a $155.7 million loss, Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) said. In 2015, the 1.7 million-square-foot mall was acquired by Brookfield when it was appraised at $366 million, according to CoStar, a DC-based commercial real estate firm that analyzes market trends. The February 2024 sale was even lower than its most recent appraisal last Oct…

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by Cecilia Levine
Bedford
Business
Procter & Gamble Recalls Laundry Detergent Packets Due To Serious Injury Risk Procter & Gamble Recalls Laundry Detergent Packets Due To Serious Injury Risk
Procter & Gamble Recalls Laundry Detergent Packets Due To Serious Injury Risk Procter & Gamble is recalling some of its laundry detergent brands due to the risk of serious injury. The voluntary recall, announced on Friday, April 5, involves certain lot codes of Tide Pods, Gain Flings, Ace Pods, and Ariel Pods liquid packets packaged in flexible film bags manufactured between September 2023 and February 2024.  Recalled products range from bags with 12 to 39 packets and were sold at Big Lots, CVS, Family Dollar, Home Depot, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart, and other major stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from September 2023 up until th…

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by Joe Lombardi
Capital District
Business
Baskin-Robbins Opening First Capital Region Location In Guilderland Baskin-Robbins Opening First Capital Region Location In Guilderland
Baskin-Robbins Opening First Capital Region Location In Guilderland Ice cream giant Baskin-Robbins is set to open its first location in the Capital Region. The national chain, known for its “31 flavors” slogan, has its sights set on Albany County and will open its newest shop in Guilderland’s Hamilton Square shopping mall. Though an official launch date has not been announced, the new store is expected to open sometime in late spring, a company spokesperson told Daily Voice. “We’re always looking for new opportunities to celebrate the happiness ice cream brings to every moment at Baskin-Robbins,” the company said in a statement. “We hope to seize the yay w…

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by Michael Mashburn
Yorktown
Business
Yorktown's Little Sorrento Offers Throwback Prices To Celebrate 35th Anniversary Yorktown's Little Sorrento Offers Throwback Prices To Celebrate 35th Anniversary
Yorktown's Little Sorrento Offers Throwback Prices To Celebrate 35th Anniversary A much-loved Italian restaurant in Northern Westchester celebrated its 35th anniversary by throwing it back to the late eighties.  Little Sorrento, located in Yorktown Heights at 3565 Crompond Rd. (Route 202) since 1989, celebrated its 35th year in business during an event held on Wednesday, April 3.  To celebrate the momentous occasion, the business, owned by the DePaterio family, offered traditional dishes at the prices they would have been offered in 1989.  This meant dishes like the Chicken Parmigiana Dinner and Large Pizza were $10.95 and $8.00, respectiv…

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by Ben Crnic
Howard
Business
Winning $1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Royal Farms In Jessup Winning $1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Royal Farms In Jessup
Winning $1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Royal Farms In Jessup Maryland continues to be the place to be for Lottery players after another player won a $1 million Powerball prize in the latest drawing. A winning ticket worth seven figures was sold at Royal Farms on Montevideo Road in Jessup (Howard County), while the Powerball Double Play drawing produced a $50,000 winning ticket that was sold at Oak Street Station Oceanic on North Howard Street in Baltimore. The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on Wednesday, April 3 were: 11-38-41-62-65 with a "Powerball" number of 15. The big winner matched the first five numbers, but missed out on the Power…

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by Zak Failla
Capital District
Business
'Nothing Can Be Saved': Explosion Destroys Family-Run Business In Colonie 'Nothing Can Be Saved': Explosion Destroys Family-Run Business In Colonie
'Nothing Can Be Saved': Explosion Destroys Family-Run Business In Colonie Blown-out concrete blocks and insulation from exterior walls littered the ground following an early-morning explosion and fire that destroyed a family-run business in the region. Multiple agencies in Albany County were called at around 3:15 a.m. Thursday, April 4, for an explosion in Colonie at the Pad Thai Noodle restaurant on Everett Road. Crews arrived to find the single-story building, which also houses The Healing Meals, heavily damaged and on fire, Colonie Police Lt. Robert Donnelly said. Photos on social media showed large sections of the building’s roof peeled over on the ground al…

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by Michael Mashburn
St. Mary's
Business
One Hospitalized Following Shooting Inside St. Mary's County Applebee's, Sheriff Says One Hospitalized Following Shooting Inside St. Mary's County Applebee's, Sheriff Says
One Hospitalized Following Shooting Inside St. Mary's County Applebee's, Sheriff Says One person was hospitalized overnight after being shot inside a busy St. Mary's Applebee's restaurant, according to the sheriff's office. Deputies were called to the eatery on Miramar Way in California at around 11:11 p.m. on April 2, where there were reports of a shooting inside the building. According to investigators, there was an altercation inside the restaurant that led to one person pulling out a gun and striking another during the dispute. The nature of the dispute was not disclosed by the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office. No details about a possible shooter have been released.&n…

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by Zak Failla