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Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: See Where Up To 12 Inches Is Possible
Projected snowfall totals have increased as a fast-moving Nor’easter nears the region, with some locations now expected to see as much as a foot of accumulation. Snowfall will begin in the central Appalachians and parts of Virginia Saturday night, Jan. 18, before spreading into the mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Sunday, Jan. 19, according to the National Weather Service. "There is some data that suggests the storm could strengthen fast enough to be dubbed a bomb cyclone," said AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Tom Kines. A bomb cyclone is a storm that rapidly intensifies and experiences a su…
News
Earn Your Scroll: New App Makes You Walk To Unlock Social Media
A new app is fighting against doomscrolling and helping users get active by turning steps into screen time. Steppin' blocks you from using certain apps unless you walk a certain number of daily steps. The app was founded by Boston entrepreneur Paul English, who's also a co-founder of travel search engine Kayak.com. Steppin' rewards physical activity by tying screen time to movement. For every 100 steps, users earn one minute of access to restricted apps, including social media apps like Facebook and Instagram, as well as other platforms like Netflix. The app's settings are fully …
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Tobacco Costs NJ Smokers $4.4M Over Lifetimes, Lose Third-Most Income In U.S.: Study
Northeast and mid-Atlantic states are among the most expensive in the U.S. for smoking tobacco, according to a new study. New York topped the 2025 list from WalletHub called "The Real Cost of Smoking by State", with residents losing an estimated $5.4 million over their lifetime. Washington, D.C., Maryland, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island were also ranked in the top five. The study calculated smoking-related costs by combining out-of-pocket expenses, lost income, increased insurance premiums, and missed financial opportunities, such as investing in the stock market instead of …
Lifestyle
Discovery Of Nearly 9,000-Year-Old Trays Show Earliest Cooks Got Their Focaccia Fix
The humble focaccia, a staple of modern Italian cuisine, traces its roots back nearly 9,000 years to the early farming communities of the Fertile Crescent. Researchers from Sapienza University of Rome and the Autonomous University of Barcelona have uncovered evidence that Late Neolithic societies were sophisticated in their culinary practices. They developed advanced techniques to bake large, flavorful breads and flatbreads, including a precursor to focaccia intended for communal consumption. Culinary Tradition Unearthed The study, published in Scientific Reports, analyzed ceramic f…
Business
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'So I Raped You': NJ Native Shannon Keeler's Alleged Rapist Ian Cleary Denied Bail
A Gettysburg man extradited from France to face sexual assault charges was denied bail on Friday, Jan. 17, according to court documents. Ian Thomas Cleary, 31, was charged with Felony Sexual Assault stemming from an incident that allegedly occurred on Dec. 15, 2013, according to a criminal docket filed by the Gettysburg Borough Police Department. Cleary was extradited from France and considered a significant flight risk, leading to the denial of bail by Magisterial District Judge Tony J. Little, as noted in the court records. According to the docket, "Defendant extradited from France. Consi…
Weather
Up To 8 Inches Of Snow Expected Across NJ, PA: Here's This Weekend's Winter Storm Forecast
An intense combination of snowfall, freezing rain, and dangerously cold conditions are being forecast across parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania starting Saturday, Jan. 18. A brand-new snowfall forecast was issued Friday afternoon, Jan. 17. The areas that could see the most snow are the Poconos (8 to 12 inches), Sussex County (8 inches), Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Warren, and Hunterdon counties, in NJ, and Allentown/Reading (6 to 8 inches). Central Jersey could see 4 to inches while the Jersey Shore is expected to get 2 to 4 inches (see map above). A winter storm watch has been issued by th…
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Here's Latest Projected Track, Timing, Snowfall Totals For Nor'easter Taking Aim At Region
Projections have been updated for the timing, track and snowfall totals for a fast-moving Nor’easter taking aim at the region. Click here for a new, updated story: Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: See Where Up To 12 Inches Is Possible Snowfall will begin in the central Appalachians and parts of Virginia Saturday night, Jan. 18, before spreading into the mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Sunday, Jan. 19, according to the National Weather Service. Timing, Track See the first image above Saturday Night: Snow begins in the central Appalachians and Virginia. Sunday …
News
MD Supreme Court Attorney Failed To Report Millions In Poker Winnings: Feds
A supreme court attorney attorney from Maryland who made his name arguing before the Supreme Court is now facing serious legal trouble of his own. Thomas Goldstein, 53, a prominent appellate lawyer and high-stakes poker player known to play in games involving millions, was indicted on Thursday, Jan. 16 on multiple charges for failing to report his winnings, authorities announced It is alleged that Goldstein failed to report millions of dollars in poker winnings and omitting over $14 million in debt to secure a multimillion-dollar home loan in DC. Specifically, a federal grand jur…
Business
Equifax Fined $15M For Inaccurate Credit Scores, Mishandling Disputes:
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One of the nation’s largest credit reporting agencies has been fined $15 million for issuing inaccurate credit scores and failing to properly investigate consumer disputes, officials said. Equifax will pay the fine into the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's victims relief fund, the federal agency said in a news release on Friday, Jan. 17. The CFPB's investigation found Equifax ignored critical evidence submitted by consumers disputing inaccuracies in their credit reports. According to the CFPB, Equifax also allowed deleted errors to resurface and relied on flaw…
Police & Fire
Auto Repair Shop Used To Store Meth, Guns, Steroids: Ocean County Prosecutor
A 43-year-old Little Egg Harbor Township resident was recently arrested and charged with using an automotive repair shop to store and deal methamphetamine, authorities said. James Palmisano was arrested following a two-month investigation that culminated in a search warrant at Island Automotive at 699 Route 9 on Friday, Jan 3, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. Detectives seized two sawed-off shotguns, a .22 caliber single action rifle, a Flintlock pistol, approximately 19 vials of suspected steroids, a quantity of methamphetamine, a quantity of hollow point bullets,…
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'You Know Who I Am': South Jersey Councilman Flips Out On Cop During Traffic Stop (
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The New Jersey State PBA President is calling for the resignation of a councilman in Gloucester County following the release of bodycam footage of a recent traffic stop. The footage shared by NJ Advance Media shows the traffic stop involving Paulsboro Councilman Theodore Holloway at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at Penn Line Road and Wes Adams Street in the borough. Holloway immediately becomes agitated when the officer pulls him over. "You can't be serious!" Holloway yells. Holloway threatened the officer, saying he would talk to Police Chief Gary Kille about the stop…
Police & Fire
Crash Closes Route 9 In Manalapan
Two lanes of Route 9 in Manalapan were closed due to a crash on Friday afternoon, Jan. 17. The crash happened in the southbound lanes near Ryan Road. As of 3 p.m., emergency response vehicles were at the scene. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Politics
Trump Swearing-In Ceremony, Inaugural Address Moved Indoors
For the first time in 40 years, a presidential inauguration will be held indoors. Extremely cold temperatures forecast for Monday, Jan. 20 in Washington, DC have resulted in the change. President-elect Donald Trump announced the move in a social media post at noon Friday, Jan. 17, saying, "There is an Arctic blast sweeping the Country. I don’t want to see people hurt, or injured, in any way. "It is dangerous conditions for the tens of thousands of Law Enforcement, First Responders, Police K9s and even horses, and hundreds of thousands of supporters that will be outside for many hours…
Business
Cash App Users To Get Refunds In $175M Order As Feds Target Fraud
Cash App's parent company will have to pay $175 million for poorly protecting its users from fraud and financial crimes on the payment platform, officials said. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered Block to refund up to $120 million to users harmed by fraud, the federal agency said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 16. The parent company of Cash App, which has more than 56 million accounts, must also pay a $55 million fine into the CFPB’s victims relief fund. The CFPB found that Block failed to properly investigate unauthorized transactions and deprived users of…
News
Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: How The App Could Survive In The U.S.
The Supreme Court has upheld a new law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. unless its Chinese parent company divests from the very popular video-sharing social media app. The justices said the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" doesn't violate the First Amendment, according to the court's decision on Friday, Jan. 17. The ruling allows for TikTok to potentially be banned in the U.S. as early as Sunday, Jan. 19. TikTok, which has more than 170 million users in the U.S., has come under scrutiny over fears that ByteDance could allow the Chinese gov…
News
Virus Outbreak In China Sparking Concerns: Here's What To Know About
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A surge in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China is sparking concerns five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, drawing attention to another respiratory virus circulating in the population. HMPV, a known virus, usually causes cold-like symptoms, including coughing, wheezing, a runny nose, and a sore throat. The new rise in cases, particularly among children under 14 in northern China, has officials urging caution as the Lunar New Year holiday approaches, a time when travel and gatherings often lead to spikes in illness. Data from China’s state news agency, Xinhua, shows …
Business
Microsoft 365 Raises Prices For First Time In 12 Years: Here's Why
The Microsoft 365 bundle price is increasing in the U.S. for the first time in a dozen years as the tech giant adds artificial intelligence tools into longtime products like Microsoft Word. The cost of Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions will rise by $3 per month, the company said in a blog post on Thursday, Jan. 16. It's the first price change since the software bundle launched in 2013 under the name "Office 365". Existing subscribers will see the adjustment at their next renewal. "We understand that our customers have a variety of needs and budgets, so we’re committ…
News
Dramatic Videos Capture SpaceX Starship Flight 7 Explosion
Videos are circulating of SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 meeting an explosive end over the Atlantic Ocean during its Thursday, Jan. 16 test launch. The flight, conducted at 4:37 p.m. CT from Starbase, TX, aimed to achieve major milestones but faced setbacks in its journey to space. Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, commented on the test, saying, “Success is uncertain, but entertainment is guaranteed! ✨” Success is uncertain, but entertainment is guaranteed! ✨ pic.twitter.com/nn3PiP8XwG — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 16, 2025 The launch was streamed live by SpaceX on X in a video that had …
Lifestyle
Parade Of Planets: Rare Celestial Lineup Set To Dazzle Night Skies
A rare celestial phenomenon is about to light up the heavens, offering skywatchers a chance to marvel at the dynamic beauty of our Solar System. This February, a "Parade of Planets" will see all seven of Earth’s planetary neighbors align in a dazzling display. The main event occurs on Friday, Feb. 28, when Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars will appear in the night sky at the same time. Stretching in a neat row along the ecliptic, this alignment promises to be a feast for the eyes, with bright Venus and Jupiter taking center stage while the fainter Neptu…
Weather
First Snowfall Projections For New Winter Storm: Up To Half-Foot Predicted In These Spots
The first snowfall projections have been released for a potentially major winter storm taking aim at the Northeast, with up to a half-foot of accumulation possible in a broad area. New update: Here's Latest Projected Track, Timing, Snowfall Totals For Nor'easter Taking Aim At Region A coating in some locations to as much as a few inches will extend from the southern Appalachians to the mid-Atlantic coast from Sunday afternoon, Jan. 19 into central and southeastern New England Sunday evening to early Monday, Jan. 20 on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "This means there is the risk of snow-…
News
$400M Lawsuit: Justin Baldoni Accuses Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds Of Smear Campaign
In an escalating legal battle featuring Hollywood heavyweights, actor Justin Baldoni is suing Blake Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds for $400 million allegedly orchestrating a smear campaign to ruin his career. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York, alleges that Lively and Reynolds used their influence to seize control of Baldoni's film "It Ends With Us," an adaptation of Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel. Baldoni directed, co-starred in, and co-financed the production through his company, Wayfarer Studios. “This is not a case about celebrities sniping at each …
News
FDA Approves ZYN Nicotine Pouches For Sale, Restricts Ads Targeting Teens
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the sales of 20 types of ZYN nicotine pouches amid concerns about children and teens using the products. The decision allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be legally marketed in the U.S. to adults aged 21 and older, the FDA said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 6. The small natural fiber pouches are designed to be placed between the gum and lip. The FDA said the pouches contain substantially lower levels of harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes and most smokeless tobacco products, reducing risks of cancer and other serious …
Business
American Express To Pay $230M For Misleading Small Business Customers
American Express said it will pay $230 million to resolve federal investigations into deceptive sales tactics and recordkeeping violations involving small business credit card and wire transfer products. The credit card company agreed to pay a $108.7 million civil penalty, the Department of Justice said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 16. The settlement resolved claims against American Express of deceptive marketing and "dummy" account information. American Express was accused of engaging in unlawful sales tactics and falsifying records between 2014 and 2021. "When financial companies …
News
New Details Emerge After NJ Teacher Impregnated By 13-Year-Old Former Student: Complaint
Laura Caron was 28 years old when she was impregnated by a 13-year-old former student, and the whole situation unraveled when the child's father started asking questions on Facebook, according to a criminal affidavit. Caron, a 34-year-old Cape May Court House resident who teaches fifth grade at Middle Township School #2, was arrested and charged with having a sexual relationship with a student living in her home, as previously reported by Daily Voice. The relationship began when the boy was 11 years old and lasted until 2020, one year after Caron gave birth to his child, according to po…
Police & Fire
Multi-Million Diesel Fuel Theft Ring Busted in NJ: AG
A sophisticated operation that stole credit card information and used cloned cards to purchase diesel fuel, and then resold it for millions in illicit profits has been dismantled, authorities announced on Thursday, Jan. 16. The scheme involved 25 people and four companies operating in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said. The enterprise used credit card skimmers installed at gas pumps to steal data and create cloned cards, Platkin said. The group used modified vehicles with auxiliary fuel tanks to store and tran…
Sports
Legendary MLB Voice Bob Uecker Dies At 90 Years Old: 'He Was A National Treasure'
The baseball world is mourning the death of Bob Uecker, an iconic broadcaster whose smooth voice helped him rise to Hollywood stardom. Uecker, 90, died at his home early in the morning on Thursday, Jan. 16, the Milwaukee Brewers and Major League Baseball said. The baseball hall-of-famer was the Brewers' primary broadcaster since 1971 and became synonymous with summer for generations of Milwaukee fans. Uecker's family said he quietly battled small cell lung cancer since early 2023. "Even in the face of this challenge, his enthusiasm for life was always present, never allowing his spiri…
Weather
Arctic Blast Will Follow Snow Showers Across NJ With Temps We Haven't Seen In Years, NWS Says
Light snow showers are forecast to begin Thursday afternoon, Jan. 16 across parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, potentially creating slippery conditions during the evening commute, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for several northeast New Jersey counties, including Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex, and Union, with snowfall set to begin after 4 p.m. Most areas are expected to see less than one inch of snow, though localized accumulations of up to two inches are possible in parts of eastern Pennsylvania near and north of …
News
Suspect, Victim ID'd After PA Hotel Homicide, NJ Standoff
A woman was fatally shot at the Sleep Inn on Street Road in Bensalem, PA, and the suspect was apprehended following a barricade situation in Trenton, police and prosecutors said during a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 16. The victim, identified as 49-year-old Maisha Coon of Trenton, NJ, was killed in the hotel room late Tuesday night. The suspect, her boyfriend, 51-year-old Orenthia Upshur, also from Trenton, fled the scene to a home in New Jersey, where he admitted to killing Koon and attempted to kill her family, authorities said. Details about Coon's life have been shared by her comm…
Business
Spirit Airlines Slashes Jobs As It Charts Path Out Of Bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines is laying off about 200 employees as the company tries to survive amid bankruptcy proceedings. The budget carrier will eliminate the positions across various departments, a company spokesperson told Daily Voice on Thursday, Jan. 16. The move came as Spirit looks to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which it filed for in November 2024. The layoffs, which follow recent pilot furloughs, aim to align the airline's staffing with its current fleet size and level of flying while achieving $80 million in annual cost reductions. "These decisions are never made lightly, and we are c…
Business
Inspectors Found ‘General Filth’ At Boar’s Head Plant Tied To Deadly Listeria Outbreak: USDA
Inspectors found "general filth," poor sanitation practices, and structural issues at Boar’s Head facilities, including the Virginia plant linked to a deadly Listeria outbreak that killed 10 people and hospitalized 60, according to a newly released USDA report. A detailed report by the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has revealed alarming findings at Boar’s Head’s Virginia facility, tied to a 2024 outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes that resulted in 10 deaths and 60 hospitalizations across 19 states. The outbreak, traced to liverwurst products f…
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