Man Killed After Cliff Diving In NY Leaves Behind Unborn Child, Loved Adventure (UPDATE) Man Killed After Cliff Diving In NY Leaves Behind Unborn Child, Loved Adventure (UPDATE)
Man Killed After Cliff Diving In NY Leaves Behind Unborn Child, Loved Adventure (Update) An Orange County man who died in a cliff jumping incident in Dutchess County last month is being remembered as someone who embraced adventure and difficult challenges.  Vincent "Wavey" Javinett, 34, of Newburgh died on Thursday, June 25, after jumping from a cliff into Fishkill Creek in Beacon.  As Daily Voice previously reported, the incident happened at around 7:34 p.m. near 508 Fishkill Ave. in Beacon. Witnesses told police Javinett jumped from a cliff into the creek but never resurfaced.  Beacon firefighters entered the water in an attempt to find him before a …
Lifelong NYer Louise Lasser Dies: Actress Starred In 'Mary Hartman,' Ex-Wife Of Woody Allen Lifelong NYer Louise Lasser Dies: Actress Starred In 'Mary Hartman,' Ex-Wife Of Woody Allen
Lifelong NYer Louise Lasser Dies: Actress Starred In 'Mary Hartman,' Ex-Wife Of Woody Allen Louise Lasser turned television anxiety into an art form. The deadpan actress who became a 1970s cult figure as the title character in Norman Lear’s "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" died of natural causes on Monday, July 6, at her home on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, her close friend Susan Charlotte told The Hollywood Reporter. She was 87. Lasser played Mary Hartman, a pigtailed Ohio housewife trying to hold herself together through suburban chaos, media overload, family trouble, and absurdly dark twists. "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" aired five nights a week from 1976 to 1977 and became a cult…
USPS Raising Forever Stamp Prices By Nearly 5%: What To Know USPS Raising Forever Stamp Prices By Nearly 5%: What To Know
USPS Raising Forever Stamp Prices By Nearly 5%: What To Know The US Postal Service is expected to raise the cost of Forever stamps and other mailing services. The USPS has proposed increasing the rate of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents. The new price would officially go into effect on Sunday, July 12, if approved. The proposal would also raise metered 1-ounce letters from 74 cents to 78 cents, domestic postcards from 61 cents to 65 cents, and international postcards and 1-ounce international letters from $1.70 to $1.75. The additional-ounce price for single-piece letters would stay at 29 cents. The Postal Se…
Man Who Owned Iconic Saloon For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 76 Man Who Owned Iconic Saloon For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 76
Man Who Owned Iconic Saloon For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 76 A man who owned a well-known neighborhood bar in Rockland County for decades has died.  Vincent James "Jimmy" Travaglini, the longtime owner of the Last Chance Saloon in Congers, died on Tuesday, June 30, at the age of 75 after a life spent serving customers and building businesses, according to his obituary.  A lifelong Rockland County resident, Travaglini was born on Sept. 30, 1949, to Joseph and Kathryn Travaglini. He became the proud owner of the Last Chance Saloon, the iconic Congers establishment that first opened in 1964 and remained a favorite gathering place for generatio…
Thousands Still Without Power In Hudson Valley Despite Over 46K Restorations (UPDATE) Thousands Still Without Power In Hudson Valley Despite Over 46K Restorations (UPDATE)
Thousands Still Without Power In Hudson Valley Despite Over 46K Restorations (Update) Power has been restored to more than 46,000 households since severe thunderstorms ripped through the Hudson Valley over the Fourth of July weekend, but thousands are still in the dark as of Tuesday morning, July 7, with Dutchess County continuing to bear the brunt of the damage.   Central Hudson said Tuesday morning that crews worked through the night, restoring service to more than 80 percent of the nearly 57,000 customers who lost power when powerful storms swept through the area Saturday evening, July 4.  As of 10:20 a.m. Tuesday, Central Hudson reported 8,119 outages…
Panera Bread Giving Away Free Food To Celebrate Swift-Kelce Wedding: What To Know Panera Bread Giving Away Free Food To Celebrate Swift-Kelce Wedding: What To Know
Panera Bread Giving Away Free Food To Celebrate Swift-Kelce Wedding: What To Know Panera Bread is celebrating one of the biggest celebrity weddings in years with a special giveaway. The fast-casual chain will hand out 13 free sourdough loaves at select US cafes on Thursday, July 9. The loaves will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. The promotion comes after pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden on Friday, July 3. The ceremony was held in front of loved ones, friends, celebrities, athletes, and business moguls. Fans can also stop by participating cafes for free bread-themed …
Illegal Floating Sky Lanterns Found Along NY Road Prompt Warning From Officials Illegal Floating Sky Lanterns Found Along NY Road Prompt Warning From Officials
Illegal Floating Sky Lanterns Found Along NY Road Prompt Warning From Officials Town officials in Orange County are warning residents about the dangers of releasing sky lanterns after several of the floating fire hazards were discovered following the Fourth of July holiday. Montgomery Town Supervisor Steve Brescia said on Monday, July 6, that 10 illegal, freely floating sky lanterns were found along Beamer Road over the holiday weekend.  Brescia said releasing untethered sky lanterns violates the New York State Fire Code because they create an unattended fire hazard.  The lanterns also pose risks to farms, wildlife, and both residential and commercial p…
Walmart Rolls Out Summer Price Cuts On Beef, Soda, These Other Items Walmart Rolls Out Summer Price Cuts On Beef, Soda, These Other Items
Walmart Rolls Out Summer Price Cuts On Beef, Soda, These Other Items Summer shoppers are getting a new round of price relief from the country’s largest retailer. Walmart announced on Monday, July 6, that it is lowering prices on thousands of items through its summer Rollbacks program, including groceries, household essentials, outdoor living products, toys, and apparel. The company said the cuts are aimed at helping customers save on cookouts, family trips, pool days, and weekly shopping.  Featured rollbacks at most Walmart stores include: 1-pound 73 percent fresh ground beef roll ($5.94, was $6.74) Fresh sweet corn on the cob ($0.25 each, was $0.68)…
Fallen Tree, Downed Wires Cause Road Closure In Hudson Valley Fallen Tree, Downed Wires Cause Road Closure In Hudson Valley
Fallen Tree, Downed Wires Cause Road Closure In Hudson Valley A fallen tree that knocked down wires has caused a road closure in Putnam County that firefighters say is likely to be extended for hours. The closure has occurred on Secor Lane in both directions at Agor Lane in Mahopac, the Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department said on Tuesday morning, July 7. Agor Lane is also closed at Secor Road, the department said. According to firefighters, the closure is likely to be extended as utility crews make the needed repairs and clear the debris. Motorists should avoid the area and use alternate routes. Drivers are also asked not to drive around barrica…
Popular Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Come To New Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Popular Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Come To New Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Popular Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Come To New Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Krispy Kreme is giving Girl Scout Cookie fans a new way to enjoy some iconic flavors this summer. The chain unveiled its Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Dozen in a news release on Monday, July 6. The limited-time collection will be available at participating shops nationwide beginning Tuesday, July 7. The dozen doughnuts feature the flavors of Thin Mints, Lemon-Ups, and Coconut Caramel cookies. "Girl Scout Cookie flavors are iconic for a reason," said chief brand and product officer Alison Holder. "Reimagining them as doughnuts is a fun way to bring those familiar favorites to fans in…
Rainfall Totals: These Spots Hit Hardest By Slow-Moving Storm System Rainfall Totals: These Spots Hit Hardest By Slow-Moving Storm System
Rainfall Totals: These Spots Hit Hardest By Slow-Moving Storm System The storm did not have to move fast to leave a big mark. A slow-moving, moisture-rich system dumped widespread rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches across parts of the Northeast over Sunday, July 5, and Monday, July 6, according to the National Weather Service. Some isolated spots in New York and Connecticut approached 8 to 10 inches, especially where heavy downpours moved over the same areas more than once. Showers are expected to linger into Tuesday morning, July 7, but rain chances should diminish throughout the day. Cloudy, breezy, and humid conditions will remain, with highs generally in …
Dinner Decisions Are Complicated, New Survey Reveals Dinner Decisions Are Complicated, New Survey Reveals
Dinner Decisions Are Complicated, New Survey Reveals Figuring out dinner can feel like its own full-time side quest. A new survey of 2,000 adults found that the average respondent spends nearly 16 minutes a day deciding what to have for dinner, according to Talker Research. That adds up to more than an hour and a half each week, or about four full days a year. The survey, conducted by Talker Research for the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, examined the daily “dinner decisions” Americans make and what makes a meal feel worth the wait. For many, food is also a mood boost. More than half of respondents, 58 percent, said splurging on a lav…