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Starbucks Making Menu Changes: Here’s What’s Going, Coming Starbucks Making Menu Changes: Here’s What’s Going, Coming
Starbucks Making Menu Changes: Here’s What’s Going, Coming Starbucks is streamlining its menu by discontinuing select beverages, including several Frappuccino® drinks, the Royal English Breakfast Latte, and White Hot Chocolate. The change takes effect on Tuesday, March 4 as part of the company’s ongoing effort to improve efficiency and focus on customer preferences. Starbucks says the decision is aimed at reducing wait times and improving consistency. The eliminated items are low sellers, difficult to prepare, or redundant in the menu. By narrowing its offerings, the company aims to enhance beverage quality and reinforce its identity as a premier co…

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by Joe Lombardi
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IRS Issues Warning For These Taxpayer Scams IRS Issues Warning For These Taxpayer Scams
IRS Issues Warning For These Taxpayer Scams A new warning from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has taxpayers on high alert as the agency unveils its 2025 Dirty Dozen — a list of the most common and deceptive tax scams that could put financial and personal information at risk. With tax season in full swing, scammers are ramping up efforts to steal money, sensitive data, and even taxpayer identities. From fake tax credits to social media-fueled misinformation, the schemes on this year’s list serve as a reminder that fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics. What Is the Dirty Dozen? Each year, the IRS compiles the Dirty Doze…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Billy Joel's Onstage Fall Stuns Crowd At Concert In New England Billy Joel's Onstage Fall Stuns Crowd At Concert In New England
Billy Joel's Onstage Fall Stuns Crowd At Concert In New England Billy Joel stunned those on hand when he fell onstage at a concert in the Northeast. The incident happened Saturday, Feb. 22 in Connecticut at the Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville. The 75-year-old "Piano Man" fell while performing his classic hit, “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me.”
 As Joel engaged with the audience, he momentarily stepped away from his piano and began interacting with the microphone stand. In a dramatic flourish towards the conclusion of the song, he threw the stand into the air. However, this exuberance resulted in a loss of balance, causing him to t…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Vance's Vermont Ski Trip Goes Downhill As Pro-Ukraine Protesters Rally At Resort Vance's Vermont Ski Trip Goes Downhill As Pro-Ukraine Protesters Rally At Resort
Vance's Vermont Ski Trip Goes Downhill As Pro-Ukraine Protesters Rally At Resort Vice President JD Vance's Vermont vacation took an unexpected turn when pro-Ukrainian protesters met him at the slopes. Fresh off his contentious confrontation with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, Vance took a family ski trip up north to Suarbush Resort in Warren. Meanwhile, in Vermont, hundreds of protesters gathered sporting pro-Ukraine signs on Saturday, March 1 and shouting at him on his way to his resort.  According to the New York Post, the Vance family was moved to a new location after being accosted by the protesters.  Fox News described the …

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by Zak Failla
Schools
Three MA Colleges Named To Most Beautiful Campuses In US List: See Why Three MA Colleges Named To Most Beautiful Campuses In US List: See Why
Three MA Colleges Named To Most Beautiful Campuses In US List: See Why Choosing a college is about more than academics, sports, and social life — campus beauty can also make a lasting impression. Travel magazine Conde Nast released its 2025 list of the 54 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the United States. Across the Northeast, several schools stand out for their historic architecture, stunning landscapes, and picturesque settings. Whether framed by rolling hills, autumn foliage, or Gothic spires, these colleges offer students an inspiring backdrop for their studies. Connecticut Wesleyan University was recognized for utilizing Greek Revival a…

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by Chris Spiker
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130+ Toxic Chemicals Found In Drinking Water Across MA, New Study Says 130+ Toxic Chemicals Found In Drinking Water Across MA, New Study Says
130+ Toxic Chemicals Found In Drinking Water Across MA, New Study Says Drinking water in some Northeast states contains some of the highest levels of contaminants in the country, according to new data. The latest update to the Environmental Working Group's tap water database analyzed nearly 50,000 water systems nationwide between 2021 and 2023. The nonprofit identified 324 contaminants in drinking water, many at levels exceeding health-based guidelines. New York had the highest number in the region with 197 contaminants detected since 2013. New Jersey followed with 131, Pennsylvania with 123, and Connecticut with 120. Massachusetts recorde…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Saturday, March 1 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $272M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Saturday, March 1 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $272M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Saturday, March 1 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $272M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Saturday, March 1 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $272 million with a $128.2 million cash option after being recently reset. If no Lottery player claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, March 3. The winning numbers for Saturday's drawing were 02-23-36-44-49 with a Powerball of 25 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to offic…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Recall Issued For 60,000 Volkswagen, Audi Vehicles Recall Issued For 60,000 Volkswagen, Audi Vehicles
Recall Issued For 60,000 Volkswagen, Audi Vehicles More than 60,000 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles in the United States are being recalled. The move follows an announcement made by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Friday, Feb. 28, which highlighted that the recalled electric vehicles fail to display some gear positions.  This oversight poses a significant safety risk, as it could result in the cars rolling away if the parking brake is not engaged. The recall specifically impacts fully electric Volkswagen 2021-2023 ID.4, and 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron, and Q4 e-Tron Sportback vehicles, the NHTSA said. A safety reca…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
JD Vance Accuses Zelenskyy Of 'Campaigning For The Opposition' In Fiery Oval Office Clash JD Vance Accuses Zelenskyy Of 'Campaigning For The Opposition' In Fiery Oval Office Clash
JD Vance Accuses Zelenskyy Of 'Campaigning For The Opposition' In Fiery Oval Office Clash In a dramatic Oval Office confrontation on February 28, 2025, President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance lambasted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, accusing him of disrespecting the United States. The tension escalated when Vance referenced Zelenskyy's September 2024 visit to Pennsylvania, suggesting it was a politically charged move that undermined U.S. support for Ukraine. Contentious Meeting in Washington, D.C. The meeting, intended to discuss ongoing U.S. support for Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia, quickly turned confrontational. President Trump and Vice Presiden…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Berkshires Featured In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty Berkshires Featured In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty
Berkshires Featured In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty A new set of stamps celebrating the Appalachian Trail has been released, showcasing breathtaking landscapes across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic. The U.S. Postal Service unveiled the Forever stamps during a first-day-of-issue ceremony at Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia on Friday, Feb. 28. The stamps honor the nearly 2,200-mile trail that stretches through 14 states. The collection highlights key locations along the trail, from New England's rugged peaks to historic sites in the mid-Atlantic. "The natural beauty of the Appalachian Trail has delighted millions throughout the…

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by Chris Spiker
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Some Americans Must File Tax Returns In March: Here's Who, Why Some Americans Must File Tax Returns In March: Here's Who, Why
Some Americans Must File Tax Returns In March: Here's Who, Why The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has alerted some American workers that they face an early tax deadline.  Those in the group who did not make estimated tax payments by Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, must file their 2024 federal income tax returns and pay any taxes owed by Monday, March 3, 2025.  Due to the deadline falling on a Saturday, it has been extended from the usual Saturday, March 1, to Monday, March 3. Details of the Early Deadline Farmers and fishers who qualify for this special deadline are those who derived at least two-thirds of their gross income from their respective…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says
Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says The US population is rapidly diversifying, with cities in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic at the forefront, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 ranking of the nation's Most Diverse Cities on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Three Maryland communities topped the list of 501 locations, which were evaluated based on socioeconomic, cultural, economic, household, and religious diversity. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 10.2 percent of Americans identified as multiracial in 2020, a sharp increase from just 2.9 percent in 2010. "The most diverse cities demonstrate diversity in many …

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by Chris Spiker