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Nearly 200 Apartments Could Replace NJ Office Building As Key Hearing Nears Nearly 200 Apartments Could Replace NJ Office Building As Key Hearing Nears Nearly 200 Apartments Could Replace NJ Office Building As Key Hearing Nears
Nearly 200 Apartments Could Replace NJ Office Building As Key Hearing Nears A New Jersey office property could be transformed into a nearly 200-unit apartment complex with a swimming pool and landscaped courtyards, but concerns about traffic and pedestrian safety remain as the project moves through the city's approval process. Russo Development is proposing to redevelop 190 River Rd., in Summit, near Route 24, into a residential complex with up to 198 apartments, including at least 30 affordable units. The developer presented conceptual plans to the Summit Planning Board on on May 29, 2025, showing a multi-story building with an outdoor pool, landscaped courtyard, …

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Tower That Sparked Protests 50 Years Ago Shares A Name With One Of NJ City's Newest Projects Tower That Sparked Protests 50 Years Ago Shares A Name With One Of NJ City's Newest Projects Tower That Sparked Protests 50 Years Ago Shares A Name With One Of NJ City's Newest Projects
Tower That Sparked Protests 50 Years Ago Shares A Name With One Of NJ City's Newest Projects More than 50 years after an affordable housing project sparked racial clashes in Newark, a new development bearing the same name has won city approval. The Newark Central Planning Board approved plans for Kawaida Towers, a 10-story building with 33 affordable homes, a grocery store, and rooftop amenities at 17-21 Halsey Street, on Monday, Oct. 19, JerseyDigs reports. The name dates back to the 1970s, when poet and activist Amiri Baraka proposed a 16-story affordable housing complex with 210 apartments at 129 Lincoln Avenue in Newark's largely Italian-American North Ward, according to Jersey…

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$1.7M Bergen County Home With Waterfall Pool, Smart Technology Sets 2026 Borough Record $1.7M Bergen County Home With Waterfall Pool, Smart Technology Sets 2026 Borough Record $1.7M Bergen County Home With Waterfall Pool, Smart Technology Sets 2026 Borough Record
$1.7M Bergen County Home With Waterfall Pool, Smart Technology Sets 2026 Borough Record A four-bedroom home has sold for $1.7 million, making it the most expensive residential sale of 2026 for a Bergen County borough. The Colonial at 22 Bryant Pl., in Westwood, sold for $1.7 million on Tuesday, Oct. 27, according to Max Stokes of Keller Williams, who represented both the buyer and seller. The sale marks the highest residential price recorded in Westwood this year, real estate records show A home at 35 Forest Ave. sold for $2.13M in 2024. Built in 2020, the four-bedroom, 3½-bathroom home features a two-story foyer, formal living and dining rooms, and a chef's kitchen with dual…

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South Jersey Mom Of 2 Dies At 37: Remembering Cattie Fleming South Jersey Mom Of 2 Dies At 37: Remembering Cattie Fleming South Jersey Mom Of 2 Dies At 37: Remembering Cattie Fleming
South Jersey Mom Of 2 Dies At 37: Remembering Cattie Fleming Catherine "Cattie" Fleming, a Haddon Township resident, died after a lengthy battle with cancer on Thursday, Oct. 29, according to her obituary from the Schetter Funeral Home website. She was 37 years old. Born and raised in Cherry Hill, Fleming graduated Camden Catholic High School and later graduated with a degree in psychology from Rutgers University, her obituary reads. She worked in human resources for Holman, her obituary reads. She later met her husband Dan, and they had two children, Graham and Shannon, according to her obituary. Fleming first went to the emergency room in 2024 wit…

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Driver, 71, Charged With DUI, Assault By Auto After Critical Bergen County Rollover: Records Driver, 71, Charged With DUI, Assault By Auto After Critical Bergen County Rollover: Records Driver, 71, Charged With DUI, Assault By Auto After Critical Bergen County Rollover: Records
Driver, 71, Charged With DUI, Assault By Auto After Critical Bergen County Rollover: Records A 71-year-old driver faces multiple charges, including assault by auto and driving under the influence, following a rollover crash that left a victim critically injured in Bergen County, court records show. Yun S. Kang was charged in connection with the crash at Queen Anne Road and Maple Street in Bogota on Friday night, Oct. 30, according to New Jersey municipal court records. The crash happened around 8:33 p.m., when responding officers found an occupant trapped inside an overturned vehicle with serious injuries, Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives Jeff Angermeyer said. …

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Up To 60% Off As NJ Shoe Store Prepares To Close For Good Up To 60% Off As NJ Shoe Store Prepares To Close For Good Up To 60% Off As NJ Shoe Store Prepares To Close For Good
Up To 60% Off As NJ Shoe Store Prepares To Close For Good A longtime New Jersey shoe store is closing after more than a decade in business, and shoppers have just days left to stop in. Roxy Shoes, located at 356 Millburn Ave., in Millburn, will close its doors on Tuesday, Nov. 10, the shop announced in an Oct. 20 Facebook post. The store is holding a closing sale with discounts of up to 60% on select merchandise. Savings vary by item, and merchandise remains available while supplies last. "We are incredibly grateful to our amazing community and everyone who has supported us throughout the years. It has truly been a pleasure!" The store invited c…

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Popular Bergen County Shopping Center Sells For Whopping $109.5M Popular Bergen County Shopping Center Sells For Whopping $109.5M Popular Bergen County Shopping Center Sells For Whopping $109.5M
Popular Bergen County Shopping Center Sells For Whopping $109.5M A popular Bergen County shopping center has sold for a whopping $109.5 million, and its new owner has plans to bring in more stores, restaurants, and gathering spaces (see attachment at the bottom of this Daily Voice article with more). Tice's Corner in Woodcliff Lake, a 120,000-square-foot shopping destination anchored by Apple, was acquired by Massachusetts-based WS Development in October 2026, according to Cushman & Wakefield, which represented the buyer. The new owner plans to introduce additional brands and local businesses across retail, beauty, wellness, and dining, along with ar…

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Dentist Transforms Shuttered Bergen County Movie Theater, Keeps Cinema Theme Alive Dentist Transforms Shuttered Bergen County Movie Theater, Keeps Cinema Theme Alive Dentist Transforms Shuttered Bergen County Movie Theater, Keeps Cinema Theme Alive
Dentist Transforms Shuttered Bergen County Movie Theater, Keeps Cinema Theme Alive A New Jersey movie theater that entertained families for nearly a century has been transformed into a pediatric dentist's office, complete with popcorn chandeliers, a mini movie theater, and the original marquee. Dr. Sabrine Obbad opened Joie Pediatric Dentistry inside the former Ramsey Cinema in July 2026, more than six years after the theater closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Obbad, who found the abandoned theater in 2024, said she knew almost immediately what she wanted to do with it. "I remember walking into the abandoned theatre and feeling an instant connection and vision for the …

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Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open
Bergen County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open The nominations are in, the finalists have been chosen, and voting is NOW OPEN for Daily Voice's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards! From the neighborhood bagel shop that knows your order by heart to the hair salon that always gets your cut just right, Bergen County is full of businesses that deserve a little love. And this is your chance to show them just how much they mean to the community. Finalists are competing in 40 categories across Food & Drink, Self Care, Small Business, and Entertainment. Whether it's your favorite pizza place, a go-to gym, a trusted local tradesperson, or a m…

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NJ Apartment Complex Sells For $14M, Setting New Price Record, Firm Says NJ Apartment Complex Sells For $14M, Setting New Price Record, Firm Says NJ Apartment Complex Sells For $14M, Setting New Price Record, Firm Says
NJ Apartment Complex Sells For $14M, Setting New Price Record, Firm Says A 66-unit apartment complex in North Jersey has sold for $14 million, with the real estate firm behind the deal claiming the sale set a new local record. Washington Heights, located at 550 Washington Avenue in Belleville, sold for more than $212,000 per unit, Hudson Atlantic Realty announced Friday, Oct. 23. Built in 1972, the property includes three three-story apartment buildings spread across two acres. The complex has 48 one-bedroom apartments and 18 two-bedroom apartments. Adam Zweibel, president of Hudson Atlantic Realty, brokered the sale on behalf of seller Axial Partners, represen…

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Body Found In NJ Parking Garage, CT Man Caught With His Credit Cards: Police Body Found In NJ Parking Garage, CT Man Caught With His Credit Cards: Police Body Found In NJ Parking Garage, CT Man Caught With His Credit Cards: Police
Body Found In NJ Parking Garage, CT Man Caught With His Credit Cards: Police A call about a car burglary in a New Jersey parking garage took a grim turn when police discovered a 62-year-old man dead inside the vehicle, then arrested a Connecticut suspect allegedly carrying the dead man's credit cards, authorities said. Secaucus officers responded to a report of a burglary in progress involving a 2026 Hyundai Elantra in the parking deck at 200 Mill Creek Drive around 7:48 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller said. Officers found the car's door ajar and discovered the body of a 62-year-old Secaucus man inside, Miller said. Detectives from the …

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Halloween Pizza Rush Turns Fiery At NJ Favorite, Forcing Indefinite Closure Halloween Pizza Rush Turns Fiery At NJ Favorite, Forcing Indefinite Closure Halloween Pizza Rush Turns Fiery At NJ Favorite, Forcing Indefinite Closure
Halloween Pizza Rush Turns Fiery At NJ Favorite, Forcing Indefinite Closure A Halloween night pizza rush took a frightening turn at a New Jersey pizzeria when an oven caught fire, forcing the restaurant to close indefinitely. Luigi's Pizza & Restaurant, located at 16 Skyline Lake Drive in Ringwood, said the fire broke out Friday, Oct. 31, while employees were juggling orders, deliveries, and more than 40 pizzas stacked on top of an oven. A small flame started in the back corner of the oven, unnoticed by employees until Anthony Martinelli, who was helping delivery drivers on the other side of the counter, spotted it. "If Anthony was not helping the drivers and …

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Girl, 13, Killed After Pickup Truck Strikes Scooter In NJ: Report Girl, 13, Killed After Pickup Truck Strikes Scooter In NJ: Report Girl, 13, Killed After Pickup Truck Strikes Scooter In NJ: Report
Girl, 13, Killed After Pickup Truck Strikes Scooter In NJ: Report A 13-year-old girl has died after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a scooter in South Jersey Friday, Oct. 30, according to local officials and ABC News. The crash happened near Route 130 and Route 662 shortly before 2:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, the outlet said. The girl was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead. The Borough of Fieldsboro issued a statement mourning the girl's death and offering condolences to her family, friends, classmates, and teachers. "Our hearts are heavy as we learn of the tragic loss of a young life following an accident in Bordentown Township.…

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Rutgers Frat House Assault Among 2 Attacks On Halloween Night, Campus Police Say Rutgers Frat House Assault Among 2 Attacks On Halloween Night, Campus Police Say Rutgers Frat House Assault Among 2 Attacks On Halloween Night, Campus Police Say
Rutgers Frat House Assault Among 2 Attacks On Halloween Night, Campus Police Say Two people affiliated with Rutgers University were hospitalized following separate assaults near the College Avenue campus in New Brunswick early Sunday, Nov. 1, including one involving an edged weapon, authorities said. The attacks happened between midnight and 1:30 a.m., according to Rutgers University Police Chief Kenneth Cop. In the first incident, a victim was walking along Stone Street when he got into a verbal exchange with a group of unidentified men, police said. The argument turned physical, and the victim was punched and struck with an edged object before the attackers fled …

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40-Foot Digital Billboard Planned For Route 17 Gets Shut Down, Ending 5-Year Legal Battle 40-Foot Digital Billboard Planned For Route 17 Gets Shut Down, Ending 5-Year Legal Battle 40-Foot Digital Billboard Planned For Route 17 Gets Shut Down, Ending 5-Year Legal Battle
40-Foot Digital Billboard Planned For Route 17 Gets Shut Down, Ending 5-Year Legal Battle A nearly five-year fight over a proposed 40-foot digital billboard along Route 17 has ended after a lawsuit challenging Ridgewood's rejection of the project has been dismissed. Outfront Media LLC's case against the Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment was dismissed with prejudice in Bergen County Superior Court, village attorney Bruce E. Whitaker said in an Oct. 29 letter to Mayor Paul Vagianos. The dispute dates to April 2021, when Outfront Media applied to install a 40-foot-tall, double-sided LED billboard at 500 Route 17 South. Each advertising face would have measured approximately 10½ …

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$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win
$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win Aldi is giving away $10,000 in free groceries to a lucky shopper with impressive holiday decorating skills. The discount supermarket chain announced its new "Aldi Deck-Out" contest in a news release on Monday, Nov. 2. The nationwide competition challenges shoppers to transform their homes into elaborate holiday displays with "Aldi-inspired flair." Participants can decorate Christmas trees, front porches, staircases, and other home spaces with Aldi-themed decorations. "When it comes to showing their love for Aldi, our fans never hold back," said Aldi communications director Bridget Koz…

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Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How
Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Krispy Kreme is offering something on Election Day that people across the political spectrum can agree on: free doughnuts. The doughnut chain will give away one free Original Glazed doughnut who tell employees they voted or show an "I Voted" sticker at participating shops nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Krispy Kreme announced the Election Day giveaway on Monday, Nov. 2. The freebie is limited to one doughnut per person while supplies last, and no purchase is necessary. "Showing up for our communities – whether by voting or volunteering at the polls – is worth celebrating," said chief b…

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Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check
Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled over possible Salmonella contamination, prompting consumers to check their bottles before taking another capsule. Vitality Works Inc., of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, according to its company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall covers 120-count white plastic bottles bearing lot number 2025-26227 and expiration date 10/13/2028. Both identifiers are printed on the bottom of the bottle. The listed UPC is 9948252099. Consumers…

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Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning A spice-cabinet staple is being recalled over possible lead contamination, prompting shoppers to check their pantry shelves. New York-based SLR Food Distribution Inc., headquartered in Hicksville on Long Island, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife brand ground cinnamon, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall followed testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, which found elevated lead levels in a product sample. No illnesses had been reported when the company announced the recall Thursday, Oct. 29. Consumers should stop using the recalle…

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Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get
Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl is offering a special Thanksgiving meal deal as families navigate higher grocery prices before the holiday. The discount supermarket chain will offer a Thanksgiving dinner for up to 10 people for $34.40. The promotion will run from Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Wednesday, Nov. 25. The meal includes a 14-pound turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "Thanksgiving is about bringing people together, and we believe families deserve more to value — more food, more savings, and more confidence in the prices they pay," chief customer offic…

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$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win
$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win Aldi is giving away $10,000 in free groceries to a lucky shopper with impressive holiday decorating skills. The discount supermarket chain announced its new "Aldi Deck-Out" contest in a news release on Monday, Nov. 2. The nationwide competition challenges shoppers to transform their homes into elaborate holiday displays with "Aldi-inspired flair." Participants can decorate Christmas trees, front porches, staircases, and other home spaces with Aldi-themed decorations. "When it comes to showing their love for Aldi, our fans never hold back," said Aldi communications director Bridget Koz…

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by Chris Spiker
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Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How
Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Krispy Kreme is offering something on Election Day that people across the political spectrum can agree on: free doughnuts. The doughnut chain will give away one free Original Glazed doughnut who tell employees they voted or show an "I Voted" sticker at participating shops nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Krispy Kreme announced the Election Day giveaway on Monday, Nov. 2. The freebie is limited to one doughnut per person while supplies last, and no purchase is necessary. "Showing up for our communities – whether by voting or volunteering at the polls – is worth celebrating," said chief b…

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by Chris Spiker
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Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check
Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled over possible Salmonella contamination, prompting consumers to check their bottles before taking another capsule. Vitality Works Inc., of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, according to its company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall covers 120-count white plastic bottles bearing lot number 2025-26227 and expiration date 10/13/2028. Both identifiers are printed on the bottom of the bottle. The listed UPC is 9948252099. Consumers…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning A spice-cabinet staple is being recalled over possible lead contamination, prompting shoppers to check their pantry shelves. New York-based SLR Food Distribution Inc., headquartered in Hicksville on Long Island, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife brand ground cinnamon, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall followed testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, which found elevated lead levels in a product sample. No illnesses had been reported when the company announced the recall Thursday, Oct. 29. Consumers should stop using the recalle…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get
Lidl Offering Thanksgiving Dinner For Under $35: What You'll Get Lidl is offering a special Thanksgiving meal deal as families navigate higher grocery prices before the holiday. The discount supermarket chain will offer a Thanksgiving dinner for up to 10 people for $34.40. The promotion will run from Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Wednesday, Nov. 25. The meal includes a 14-pound turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "Thanksgiving is about bringing people together, and we believe families deserve more to value — more food, more savings, and more confidence in the prices they pay," chief customer offic…

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20-Year-Old Pilot ID'd As One Of 9 Victims In Florida Jet Crash 20-Year-Old Pilot ID'd As One Of 9 Victims In Florida Jet Crash 20-Year-Old Pilot ID'd As One Of 9 Victims In Florida Jet Crash
20-Year-Old Pilot ID'd As One Of 9 Victims In Florida Jet Crash Before she was old enough to drive, a young South Florida student had already earned a distinction few teenagers can claim. Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras, 20, also known as Nathalia Gadelha, has been identified by multiple reports as the co-pilot killed in a Learjet 60 crash that left all nine people aboard dead. The FAA, NTSB, and local officials had not publicly released the names of the other victims. Gadelha earned her private pilot’s license in October 2023, at age 17, before receiving her driver’s license, WPEC CBS 12 in Boca Raton reported, sharing an interview it did with her whe…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love' Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love' Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love'
Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love' Music lovers are mourning the loss of a singer whose signature song has endured for decades. Steve Ellis, the teenage frontman for London band Love Affair, died Friday, Oct. 30, at age 76 after complications from a chronic illness, according to an announcement posted to his official Facebook page. Ellis died peacefully Friday evening with loved ones present, the announcement said. He is survived by his wife, Val. Love Affair reached No. 1 on the UK singles chart in 1967 with its cover of "Everlasting Love," knocking the Beatles’ "Hello, Goodbye" from the top spot. The band also hit No. 1 w…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Martha Stewart Issues Apology After Deleting Post, Saying She 'Really Screwed Up' Martha Stewart Issues Apology After Deleting Post, Saying She 'Really Screwed Up' Martha Stewart Issues Apology After Deleting Post, Saying She 'Really Screwed Up'
Martha Stewart Issues Apology After Deleting Post, Saying She 'Really Screwed Up' Martha Stewart has delivered a blunt apology after a deleted holiday post landed the lifestyle mogul in hot water. Stewart, 85, acknowledged on Instagram that her first response to criticism of her Halloween costume had fallen short. “It’s hard to admit when you’ve really screwed up,” Stewart wrote. “My earlier statement didn’t go far enough. I know many people are suffering economically. Wearing a costume like I did was insensitive and not funny. I am very sorry.” The controversy began on Halloween with a photo posted on Saturday, Oct. 31, showing Stewart dressed as a person experiencing …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report
Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report A famous vacation destination can come with a premium price, but a new comparison identifies alternatives that could deliver a similar getaway for considerably less. Duel.com’s October report compared 16 well-known destinations with lower-cost counterparts and estimated daily spending for one adult. Maiori, Italy, led the comparison by percentage savings. Breckenridge, Colorado, offered the largest dollar reduction among the destination pairs. The analysis priced well-reviewed three- or four-star hotels on identical dates within each pair. Food and drink estimates used a fixed basket of me…

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America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice
America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice A small village with a big habit of helping others has earned a national honor for making kindness part of everyday life. Liverpool, New York, about 5 miles north of Syracuse, is Reader’s Digest’s Nicest Place in America for 2026. The magazine’s winning profile highlights residents whose generosity reaches well beyond their own streets. Liverpool (marked in red) is located just north of Syracuse in central New York. It sits beside Onondaga Lake. Google Maps The annual contest, launched in 2017, begins with reader nominations. Reader’s Digest’s editorial team vets the submissions and…

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