Yale New Haven Hospital First In CT With Pregnancy After Loss Clinic Certification Yale New Haven Hospital First In CT With Pregnancy After Loss Clinic Certification
Yale New Haven Hospital First In CT With Pregnancy After Loss Clinic Certification Yale New Haven Hospital has become the first hospital in Connecticut to earn certification for its Pregnancy After Loss Clinic. According to Yale New Haven Hospital, the certification was awarded through the U.S. Pregnancy After Loss Network and recognizes care for patients navigating pregnancy after miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. The clinic is part of Yale New Haven Hospital’s Maternal Fetal Medicine program. It brings together maternal-fetal medicine specialists, behavioral health experts, nurses and support staff to provide care based on each patient’s medical and emotional need…
Mather Hospital Nationally Recognized For Stroke Care Mather Hospital Nationally Recognized For Stroke Care
Mather Hospital Nationally Recognized For Stroke Care Mather Hospital has received national recognition from the American Heart Association for its stroke care. According to Mather Hospital, it earned the Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for applying national treatment standards for stroke patients. Stroke is the No. 4 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, according to the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Report. A stroke occurs when a clot blocks a blood vessel supplying the brain, or when a vessel ruptures. That cuts off blood and oxyge…
June Fete Helps Fund Abington Hospital Trauma Center Expansion June Fete Helps Fund Abington Hospital Trauma Center Expansion
June Fete Helps Fund Abington Hospital Trauma Center Expansion A longtime Abington family tradition is helping support a major upgrade to Jefferson Abington Hospital’s newly renamed Goodman Emergency Trauma Center. The annual June Fete featured rides, carnival games, live entertainment, food trucks, fireworks, a Horse and Pony Show, jugglers, trampoline artists, and more, according to Jefferson Health. The event, hosted by the Abington Health Foundation Women’s Board, has been held for more than 100 years and draws thousands of visitors each year. Proceeds benefit services and programs tied to community and patient needs at Jefferson Abington Hospital…
Allentown Art Studio Founder Wins Top Prize In Lehigh Valley Pitch Contest Allentown Art Studio Founder Wins Top Prize In Lehigh Valley Pitch Contest
Allentown Art Studio Founder Wins Top Prize In Lehigh Valley Pitch Contest An Allentown entrepreneur won the top award and audience vote at Penn State Lehigh Valley’s fourth annual LaunchBox Ladies Pitch Competition. Virginia Ellen, founder of Hangout for Art, received the Grand Prize during the June 24 event at Penn State Lehigh Valley in Center Valley. According to Penn State Lehigh Valley, the competition featured five women entrepreneurs who presented their businesses to regional business leaders for feedback and funding. Ellen received $2,500 and 2026 tax preparation services for the Grand Prize. She also won the Audience Choice Award, which came with anothe…
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Donate $1M To Fight Hunger In Berks, Schuylkill Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Donate $1M To Fight Hunger In Berks, Schuylkill
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Donate $1M To Fight Hunger In Berks, Schuylkill Taylor Swift is giving back to her hometown in a big way ahead of her wedding The Berks County native and her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, have donated $1 million to Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank, the organization announced on Thursday, July 3. The unexpected gift will help the Reading-based food bank continue providing nutritious food to families facing hunger across Berks and Schuylkill counties at a time of record-breaking demand. "We were so excited to learn of this unexpected but greatly appreciated donation from a global superstar who grew up right here in our serv…
Bridgeport Hospital Expands Daily Visiting Hours Bridgeport Hospital Expands Daily Visiting Hours
Bridgeport Hospital Expands Daily Visiting Hours Bridgeport Hospital has extended general visiting hours to give patients and loved ones more time together during hospital stays. The hospital’s general visiting hours are now 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, according to Bridgeport Hospital. The change is intended to support patients and families by recognizing the role loved ones can play during healing and recovery. Bridgeport Hospital also continues to offer its Care Partner Program, which lets patients choose a family member or close friend to take an active participant in their care. Per Bridgeport Hospital, Care Partners may visit or stay w…
Nation's Best Regional Hot Dog Crowned In New Taste Test: See What Won (Poll) Nation's Best Regional Hot Dog Crowned In New Taste Test: See What Won (Poll)
Nation's Best Regional Hot Dog Crowned In New Taste Test: See What Won (Poll) A special taste test led by a world-renowned chef has picked the nation's best hot dog style right before the Fourth of July. Wirecutter, a product review service from The New York Times, released a video sampling hot dog topping varieties nationwide. The Wirecutter staff was joined by chef José Andrés, a restaurateur and founder of World Central Kitchen. The taste test was inspired by the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is continuing through Sunday, July 19. Eight regional favorites were placed in a knockout round-style bracket to determine the top dog. The winner was the Seattl…
July Netflix Lineup Unveiled: Here's What To Watch July Netflix Lineup Unveiled: Here's What To Watch
July Netflix Lineup Unveiled: Here's What To Watch July is bringing plenty of fresh watchlist material to Netflix. Netflix’s July lineup includes new original series, movies, returning favorites, live sports, and several familiar films, according to the company’s Tudum site. The month opened Wednesday, July 1, with "Enola Holmes 3," bringing Millie Bobby Brown back as the young detective in a Malta-set mystery involving a missing Sherlock Holmes. "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood," featuring Tom Hanks as beloved children’s television host Fred Rogers, dropped on Wednesday as well. Also available now is "Worst Neighbor Ever," a true-cri…
'She Doesn't Realize She's Missing A Leg Yet': Fredericksburg Family's Hero Dog Fights Back 'She Doesn't Realize She's Missing A Leg Yet': Fredericksburg Family's Hero Dog Fights Back
'She Doesn't Realize She's Missing A Leg Yet': Fredericksburg Family's Hero Dog Fights Back She still thinks she has four legs. A 9-year-old Virginia dog is learning to navigate a life she doesn't yet understand after being shot while protecting her family, according to her owner, leaving behind a recovery that has touched hearts far beyond her own home. Bella-Jean Newman was rushed to an animal hospital in Fredericksburg after she was shot on Monday, June 29, during what Kayla Baker described only as "an awful situation." "Bella is a protector, and when an awful situation occurred, Bella was unfortunately shot," Baker wrote. "Bella is a HERO!!!" The injuries were devastating. …
First Name With Most Negative Baggage Revealed In New Survey First Name With Most Negative Baggage Revealed In New Survey
First Name With Most Negative Baggage Revealed In New Survey First impressions may begin before anyone says a word. A new survey finds that many Americans admit they make assumptions about people based solely on a first name, and one name stood out above all the others. Karen was named the most-judged first name in the survey by Talker Research. The survey of 2,000 Americans found that 18 percent of respondents said they make assumptions about someone based entirely on a first name. Gen Z respondents were the most likely to do it. Twenty-nine percent of Gen Z respondents said they judge people by first name alone, compared with 21 percent of m…
Rare 1776 Document Goes On Display At Thomas Balch Library Just Before Fourth Of July Rare 1776 Document Goes On Display At Thomas Balch Library Just Before Fourth Of July
Rare 1776 Document Goes On Display At Thomas Balch Library Just Before Fourth Of July History has a funny way of showing up right on time. Just days before the Fourth of July, Virginia residents will have a rare chance to see an original document created as the American Revolution was unfolding, one that captures a remarkable turning point in the fight for independence. In Leesburg, the Thomas Balch Library has acquired the original March 11, 1776, bond appointing Philip Noland as sheriff of Loudoun County, a document historians say offers an extraordinary glimpse into Virginia's break from British rule. The manuscript is more than 250 years old. It formally pledged Noland…
John Oliver Gets Soap Opera Makeover For 'General Hospital,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Appearances John Oliver Gets Soap Opera Makeover For 'General Hospital,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Appearances
John Oliver Gets Soap Opera Makeover For 'General Hospital,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Appearances John Oliver is stepping into a very different kind of televised chaos. The host of HBO’s "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" will appear on ABC’s "General Hospital" and Peacock’s "Days of Our Lives," he announced on his most recent show. Oliver teased his new soap-ready looks and thanked both shows for doing something "uniquely outlandish to his hair." In an Instagram post, "Last Week Tonight" joked, "Finally: John is hot." Oliver’s "General Hospital" arc will air Thursday, July 2, Friday, July 3, and Monday, July 6. His "Days of Our Lives" episodes are scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 11, W…
Come On Down? Five Maryland Lottery Winners Head To 'Let's Make A Deal' In Wild Costumes Come On Down? Five Maryland Lottery Winners Head To 'Let's Make A Deal' In Wild Costumes
Come On Down? Five Maryland Lottery Winners Head To 'Let's Make A Deal' In Wild Costumes Forget scratching tickets. This prize came with costumes. Five Maryland Lottery players traded their lucky scratch-offs for a VIP Hollywood adventure, dressing up for a chance to win even more money on the set of Let's Make a Deal. The Maryland winners earned the once-in-a-lifetime trip through the Lottery's 2025 Let's Make a Deal scratch-off second-chance promotion. Each winner received a four-day VIP trip for two to Los Angeles that included airfare, hotel accommodations, $1,660 in spending money, a guided tour of Hollywood landmarks, and a live audience seat at a taping of the long-runn…
Here's How Much Fourth Of July Costs Are Rising In 2026: New Study Here's How Much Fourth Of July Costs Are Rising In 2026: New Study
Here's How Much Fourth Of July Costs Are Rising In 2026: New Study The nation's 250th birthday celebration is coming with higher costs due to rising inflation and the ongoing effects of the US-Israeli war with Iran. WalletHub released its annual 4th of July Facts & Figures report on Wednesday, June 24. The personal finance website estimates Americans will spend $9.4 billion on Fourth of July food, up from $8.9 billion in 2025. In 2026, the Fourth of July also marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Semiquincentennial will arrive with countless local, regional, and national events celebrating the …
Best, Worst Northeast Cities To Celebrate Fourth Of July Revealed In New Ranking Best, Worst Northeast Cities To Celebrate Fourth Of July Revealed In New Ranking
Best, Worst Northeast Cities To Celebrate Fourth Of July Revealed In New Ranking Northeast cities have some of the best and worst Fourth of July celebrations in the nation, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Best & Worst Places for Fourth of July Celebrations on Wednesday, June 24. The study scored the 100 largest US cities on 18 factors, including food and hotel prices, fireworks shows, attractions, safety, walkability, and weather. Data came from public records, tourism offices, and national databases as of Wednesday, May 27. "The Fourth of July is one of the most beloved holidays in America, allowing many of us to not only celebrate ou…
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital Celebrates Cancer Survivors At East Norriton Event Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital Celebrates Cancer Survivors At East Norriton Event
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital Celebrates Cancer Survivors At East Norriton Event Cancer survivors were celebrated in East Norriton during a National Cancer Survivors Day event hosted by Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital Cancer Center. According to Jefferson, the June 18 event filled a banquet room at Jeffersonville Golf Club with current and former patients, senior leaders, and staff. “This day represents an annual special event for the oncology program where we celebrate stories of courage, resilience and strength,” said Chief Operating Officer Marc Schaller. Ian Mosher, who was treated by Jefferson’s oncology team, shared his recovery story after colorectal canc…
Phelps Hospital Performs Westchester’s First Robotic Whipple On Bedford Firefighter Phelps Hospital Performs Westchester’s First Robotic Whipple On Bedford Firefighter
Phelps Hospital Performs Westchester’s First Robotic Whipple On Bedford Firefighter Phelps Hospital has performed Westchester County’s first robotic Whipple procedure, with a Bedford-area volunteer firefighter returning home four days after the complex cancer surgery. David Liburdi, 63, underwent the robot-assisted procedure after sudden, severe abdominal pain sent him to Northwell’s Northern Westchester Hospital in early 2026. What was first suspected to be gallstones was found during an endoscopy to be a precancerous lesion that later progressed to Stage 1A pancreatic cancer. According to Northwell’s Phelps Hospital, the Whipple procedure is used to treat pancreatic, duo…
Mather Hospital Implants The World's First Dual Chamber Leadless Pacemaker Mather Hospital Implants The World's First Dual Chamber Leadless Pacemaker
Mather Hospital Implants The World's First Dual Chamber Leadless Pacemaker Mather Hospital physicians have implanted what the hospital says is the world’s first dual-chamber leadless pacemaker system, bringing the cardiac technology to patients in Port Jefferson. According to Mather Hospital, John Catanzaro, MD, MBA, FHRS, and Eric A. Pagan, MD, successfully implanted the AVEIR DR Dual Chamber LP System. The system is designed for patients with sinus node dysfunction and AV block who need pacing support for slow or interrupted heart rhythms. It was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in June 2023. The AVEIR DR system is made up of two small devices,…
Southern Ocean Medical Center Earns Senior Emergency Care Accreditation Southern Ocean Medical Center Earns Senior Emergency Care Accreditation
Southern Ocean Medical Center Earns Senior Emergency Care Accreditation Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center has earned national recognition for emergency care designed around older adults in Ocean County, where about one-third of residents are 60 and older. The medical center achieved Geriatric Emergency Department accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians, according to their announcement. The accreditation recognizes the hospital’s work to provide coordinated emergency care for older patients during each emergency department visit. Geriatric emergency departments use practices including staff education focused on older adul…
South Shore University Hospital Graduates First Internal Medicine Residency Class South Shore University Hospital Graduates First Internal Medicine Residency Class
South Shore University Hospital Graduates First Internal Medicine Residency Class Six physicians have completed South Shore University Hospital’s first internal medicine residency class, marking a milestone for the Long Island hospital’s role in medical training. According to South Shore University Hospital, the inaugural class includes doctors from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Arizona, Staten Island, and Long Island. The three-year program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and was launched to support clinical training and scholarly growth. The graduates are: Basil Baby, MBBS, chief resident, of Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church …
Bridgeport Family Welcomes Father’s Day Baby At St. Vincent’s Medical Center Bridgeport Family Welcomes Father’s Day Baby At St. Vincent’s Medical Center
Bridgeport Family Welcomes Father’s Day Baby At St. Vincent’s Medical Center A Bridgeport family welcomed a baby girl on Father’s Day at St. Vincent’s Medical Center. According to Saint Vincent’s Medical Center, Melody Calix was born at 12:38 p.m., weighing 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and measuring 19.9 inches long. Her parents, Irma Barba and Saul Calix of Bridgeport, said they “welcome to the world their beautiful baby girl.” Baby Melody was also joined by her 6-year-old brother, Axel, the hospital announced in a press release. The birth gave the family a new reason to celebrate on Father’s Day.
'Best Father's Day Gift Ever': Bella Cooper Opens Her Eyes After Catastrophic Crash In Maryland 'Best Father's Day Gift Ever': Bella Cooper Opens Her Eyes After Catastrophic Crash In Maryland
'Best Father's Day Gift Ever': Bella Cooper Opens Her Eyes After Catastrophic Crash In Maryland The best Father's Day gift Evan Cooper could have received came from a hospital bed. After days on life support, multiple surgeries, and a community-wide prayer campaign, Bella Cooper opened her eyes and gave her father the sign he had been waiting for. Across Maryland, family, friends, teammates, Girl Scouts, and strangers have been rallying around the young Essex-area athlete since she was struck by an SUV while riding her bike on Tuesday, June 16. Now, there are signs of hope. "Bella has opened her eyes multiple times," Renae Greensfelder wrote in an update shared Monday, June 22. "Eva…
Steve Aoki Reveals Childhood Ties To Englewood On Popular Podcast Steve Aoki Reveals Childhood Ties To Englewood On Popular Podcast
Steve Aoki Reveals Childhood Ties To Englewood On Popular Podcast Grammy-nominated DJ Steve Aoki revealed he spent part of his childhood visiting his father in Bergen County during a Monday, June 22, appearance on "Armchair Expert" with Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. Aoki, 48, who is playing in Atlantic City on July 3, spoke about his father, Rocky Aoki, the founder of Benihana, and the family story behind the restaurant empire. According to Aoki, his father came to the United States from Japan in 1961 after a wrestling injury ended his career. He spoke no English and had no money, Aoki said. Rocky Aoki studied restaurant management before launching Beni…
Norwalk Hospital First In Connecticut To Offer Noninvasive Liver Tumor Treatment Norwalk Hospital First In Connecticut To Offer Noninvasive Liver Tumor Treatment
Norwalk Hospital First In Connecticut To Offer Noninvasive Liver Tumor Treatment Norwalk Hospital has become the first hospital in Connecticut to perform histotripsy for liver tumors, adding a noninvasive option for patients with primary or metastatic disease. The FDA-approved treatment uses focused ultrasound waves to destroy targeted tumors without surgery, needles, or radiation. According to Norwalk Hospital, the technology is designed for unresectable or inoperable liver tumors in patients with primary liver cancer or cancer that has spread to the liver. Histotripsy uses pulsed sound waves to create “bubble clouds” from gases naturally found in targeted tissue. Surg…
Danbury Hospital Earns National Recognition For Senior Emergency Care Danbury Hospital Earns National Recognition For Senior Emergency Care
Danbury Hospital Earns National Recognition For Senior Emergency Care Danbury Hospital has earned national accreditation for emergency care designed to better serve older adults in Connecticut. Northwell Health’s Danbury Hospital earned Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians, a designation recognizing emergency departments equipped to meet the needs of aging patients. Older adults in emergency settings can face more complex medical issues, including higher risks tied to falls, delirium, dementia, medication interactions, and other age-related vulnerabilities. The voluntary accreditation program gives em…
Paoli Hospital Plans 108-Bed Expansion To Boost Care Access Paoli Hospital Plans 108-Bed Expansion To Boost Care Access
Paoli Hospital Plans 108-Bed Expansion To Boost Care Access Paoli Hospital is planning a five-story campus expansion aimed at increasing inpatient capacity and improving access to care for the surrounding community. According to Paoli Hospital, the project will add three floors with 108 new inpatient beds, a diagnostics floor with radiology and perinatal testing, and a rooftop heliport for trauma patient transportation. The addition will also include 36 private rooms. Each bed will be able to convert into an ICU bed. The project was approved by Main Line Health’s Board of Governors late last week after consistently high patient volumes, especially …
Lincoln Park Community Center Reopening After Year-Long Renovation In Rockville Lincoln Park Community Center Reopening After Year-Long Renovation In Rockville
Lincoln Park Community Center Reopening After Year-Long Renovation In Rockville A beloved Maryland community hub is getting ready to welcome neighbors back after a year away. The Lincoln Park Community Center in Rockville will officially reopen on Wednesday, July 1, following a major renovation that began in May 2025, city officials announced. Before the doors fully reopen, the Montgomery County center is giving residents a sneak peek. From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 22, through Tuesday, June 30, visitors can tour the renovated space, renew or purchase memberships, and take part in drop-in open-house activities. Some work is still being completed, officials not…
Top Culinary Honors Land In Philadelphia At James Beard Awards Top Culinary Honors Land In Philadelphia At James Beard Awards
Top Culinary Honors Land In Philadelphia At James Beard Awards Two Philadelphia favorites took home some of the culinary world's highest honors during the James Beard Foundation Awards ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago on Monday, June 15. The James Beard Awards, often called the Academy Awards of the restaurant industry, recognize excellence across American dining, from neighborhood gems to nationally acclaimed destinations. Philadelphia's winners included Kalaya, which earned the Outstanding Restaurant award, and Jesse Ito of Royal Sushi & Izakaya, who was named Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic. The Outstanding Restaurant award is considered one of t…
Bonded Lash Bar: The Brand Redefining New Jersey Eyelash Extensions Bonded Lash Bar: The Brand Redefining New Jersey Eyelash Extensions
Bonded Lash Bar: The Brand Redefining New Jersey Eyelash Extensions Fair Lawn — When clients walk into Bonded Lash Bar, they immediately notice the atmosphere. The salon feels polished yet welcoming, professional yet warm. The team works seamlessly together, creating an experience that feels both luxurious and comfortable. What many people don’t see are the years of experience, long nights, and determination that helped Angela Vargas and Nicole Wiebe build the rapidly growing lash brand at just 26 years old. The New Jersey natives are the founders of Bonded Lash Bar, an upscale eyelash extension salon with locations in Fairfield, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ, quick…
'Peckers' Finds A Perch: Maryland Firefighters, 6-Year-Old Help Rescue Lost Bird In Potomac 'Peckers' Finds A Perch: Maryland Firefighters, 6-Year-Old Help Rescue Lost Bird In Potomac
'Peckers' Finds A Perch: Maryland Firefighters, 6-Year-Old Help Rescue Lost Bird In Potomac Not every call in Maryland ends with flashing lights and sirens. Sometimes, it ends with a tiny green bird named "Peckers." Firefighters in Potomac got an unusual request on Monday when a resident reported a colorful bird perched high in a tree that appeared to belong to someone. Members of Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Engine 733 responded and quickly realized this wasn't your average backyard visitor. The bright-green parakeet seemed comfortable around people, leading crews to believe it was likely somebody's pet. So they got creative. Armed with birdseed and a little patience, fir…
AI Is Entering Many Americans' Romantic Lives, New Research Reveals AI Is Entering Many Americans' Romantic Lives, New Research Reveals
AI Is Entering Many Americans' Romantic Lives, New Research Reveals AI is no longer staying neatly inside the workday. A new survey from Vantage Point Counseling found that 53.95 percent of US adults surveyed said they have some kind of relationship with an AI system. The same study found that 28.16 percent reported having had at least one intimate or romantic relationship with AI. The survey included 1,012 adults living in the United States. Vantage Point Counseling said the responses were census-balanced through SurveyMonkey Audience and carried a margin of error of 3.08 percent at a 95 percent confidence level. ChatGPT was the top AI platform adults re…