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New Milford, CT
Lifestyle
More Trips, Better Mood? Poll Explores Travel’s Link To Happiness
For many Americans, a healthier state of mind might just require a passport stamp. According to a new Talker Research poll, people with excellent mental health take twice as many trips each year as those who report feeling poor or very poor. Additionally, they are far more likely to describe travel as a key part of their lifestyle. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed a striking connection between how people feel and how often they leave home. The average respondent said they feel 67 percent better mentally after a trip, with those who travel frequently more likely to report good o…
New Rochelle, NY
Business
Amex Upgrading Platinum Cards To Compete With Rivals: Here's What's New
American Express is launching its biggest-ever refresh of its Platinum credit cards, aiming to outshine rivals with new travel, dining, and lifestyle perks. Amex announced the major updates to its US Consumer and Business Platinum Cards in a news release on Monday, June 16. "More than forty years ago, we introduced the Platinum card, and we continue to offer Platinum cards with global servicing, unique benefits and experiences that our card members love," said Howard Grosfield, Amex's US consumer services president. "Platinum Card benefits and services resonate across generations, particula…
Amherst, MA
Lifestyle
These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals
A new nationwide analysis is shedding light on how states compare when it comes to a major public health challenge, and the results show striking geographic patterns. The report from U.S. News reveals which states are most affected by obesity and which are faring better — a factor that plays a critical role in overall health rankings. The data is part of the 2025 Best States rankings. It is based on self-reported obesity rates from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, a collaboration between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state health departments. Obesi…
Nanuet, NY
Business
Shops At Nanuet Rebrands With Housing Plans, New Businesses In Rockland County
A major Rockland County shopping center is getting a new name—and a whole new look. The Shops at Nanuet, located at 5101 Fashion Dr., has officially been rebranded as Nanuet Town Centre, launching a fresh chapter for the longtime retail space with big plans for events, entertainment, and even new places to live, the shopping center announced on Monday, May 5. The update follows a change in ownership. Nanuet Holdings DE LLC bought the property at the end of 2024 and has since begun transforming the site into a full-scale lifestyle hub, where visitors can shop, eat, gather, and eventually liv…
Yonkers, NY
Business
Luxury French Department Store Printemps Set To Open First US Location in NYC
A touch of Parisian luxury will soon be arriving in America. Printemps, the iconic French department store, is prepares to open its first US location in the spring of 2025. The new store, which will be located in Manhattan, will occupy 55,000 square feet within the historic One Wall Street building in the Financial District, blending classic architecture with modern elegance. Founded in 1865, Printemps is celebrated for its high-end fashion, beauty, and lifestyle offerings. The Manhattan location aims to capture the spirit of its flagship Paris store, showcasing a carefully cu…
Nutley, NJ
Lifestyle
Martha Stewart Criticizes New Netflix Doc That Shines Light On Hometown Of Nutley
A new documentary explores the life of New Jersey native Martha Stewart and it already has one prominent critic: Martha Stewart. Courtesy of Netflix In an interview with the New York Times, the 83-year-old lifestyle mogul who grew up in Nutley had some choice words about the Netflix documentary, "Martha," which was made with her cooperation. “R.J. [director R.J. Cutler] had total access, and he really used very little,” she told the Times referring to her personal archives. “It was just shocking.” Stewart said the end of the film makes her look like a lonely old lady and said the movie h…
Hoboken, NJ
Lifestyle
Models Sought For Wine Photoshoot In Hoboken
Do you enjoy drinking wine and look good doing it? This might be the photoshoot for you. A casting notice has been released for a holiday lifestyle photo shoot for a well known wine brand that will be held in Hoboken on Monday, Sept. 9 . The project is looking for four modes, male or female, between the ages of 25 to 36. The shoot pays $300 for eight hours of work. For more information or to view the listing, click here.
Glen Burnie, MD
Lifestyle
Million-Dollar Scratch-Off Lottery Win Brings Family To Tears In Maryland
A spur-of-the-moment stop to a Howard County Walmart brought a former Maryland Lottery player back to the game, and he's now celebrating a million-dollar win with his family. After taking a step back and not playing an instant Lottery ticket in months, a Severn man said that a random trip to the store and a memory of his last big win landed him in a new tax bracket after winning the top prize playing 100X The Cash game. “I stopped playing a while back for two reasons,” the grocery store produce manager explained. “I hadn’t been having much luck, and my wife hinted that maybe I was spen…
Marlton-Evesham, NJ
News
South Jersey Hair Salon Owner Crowned International Mrs. USA: 'Bold, Ambitious, Beautiful'
A Trenton High School graduate and owner of a hair salon in Bordentown has been crowned International Mrs. USA. Chimere Nicole Haskins, 39, of Willingboro, won the title — competing as Mrs. New Jersey USA — earlier this month during a competition in Orlando, Florida. The mother of two daughters, ages 11 and 9, has been married for 17 years. Her hair-styling and extensions business is called CN Salon and has operated since 2014. Her husband drives around with her on all her community service work including her non-profit, #GirlYes, a movement that encourages women to be "bold, ambitious and…
Worcester, MA
Lifestyle
See Where Massachusetts Ranks Among The Best States To Be Single
Even with the boost that COVID-19 has given to virtual dating, where a person physically lives still plays a major role in how easily one can score a date. For its annual review of the “best states for singles,” WalletHub ranked the romantic environment of 50 states based on factors such as cost of living, demographics, employment, and the availability of things to do. It turns out that Massachusetts is a pretty good place to find love, or just like, if you’re single. Massachusetts is the 12th best place for singles to live in the United States largely due to its many activities and establ…
New Haven, CT
News
Two Connecticut Towns Among 50 Best Places To Live In America
Two Connecticut communities have made it onto Money magazine’s list of the best 50 places in the US to live in 2020. Monye’s ranking seemed to favor small cities and medium- to large-sized towns. In Connecticut, South Windsor and Cheshire made the top 50. The magazine’s ranking took into account crime rates, median household income, diversity, local economy, cost of living, health and safety, weather, lifestyle, and entertainment. South Windsor ranked the 12th best place to live in America. Money cited the town’s public parks, farms, stable economy, and architecture. Cheshire came in at …
Armonk, NY
Politics
Dear Daily Voice Plus Reader:
In response to your comments—because you want more thoughtful coverage about your community on topics that matter most to you—we are excited to announce new topics on Daily Voice Plus: Politics. All politics is local and that hasn’t changed at Daily Voice Plus. We will continue to hold your local politicians accountable and look behind the stories in your towns to bring you what truly matters to you. Schools. On average, your child spends one-sixth of the year in school, and that’s not counting after-school activities. Friday Night Lights scores matter, but so does bullying, violence in sch…
Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ
Lifestyle
Bergen County Fashion Guru: The Trends You Need This Summer
Summer time and the living’s easy -- well at least your wardrobe should be. Founder and Editor-in-Chief of "Heather Zwain’s The Bergen County Bible" Heather Zwain is filling us in on what to wear when the weather gets hot. With every season comes a set of trends that can help navigate what to wear. Summer is the perfect time to embrace color -- from pastels to bold hues. And if colored clothing isn’t your thing, have no fear, swipe a bright shade of pink, coral or red, across your lips, neon lacquer on your nails, and add some bold accessories, especially oversized earrings. Pl…
