Dunkin' Reveals Pumpkin's Return As Fall Drink Battle Begins Dunkin' Reveals Pumpkin's Return As Fall Drink Battle Begins
Dunkin' Reveals Pumpkin's Return As Fall Drink Battle Begins Dunkin' is getting an early start on fall with the return of its popular pumpkin flavors. The coffee chain revealed when pumpkin will return to its menu on Monday, Aug. 3. The popular fall taste's comeback will happen on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Dunkin' has not yet revealed its full 2026 fall lineup or announced which drinks and food items will return. "now that it's august... we've got some BIG news," Dunkin' wrote alongside an image reading, "Pumpkin back at Dunkin 8/19." View this post on Instagram The chain's 2025 menu featured the Pumpkin Sp…
11 NJ Hospitals Honored Among Nation's Best In New Rankings: See Which Ones 11 NJ Hospitals Honored Among Nation's Best In New Rankings: See Which Ones
11 NJ Hospitals Honored Among Nation's Best In New Rankings: See Which Ones More than 120 hospitals across the Northeast are being celebrated among the nation's best, according to a new study. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-2027 Best Hospitals rankings on Tuesday, Aug. 4. The website recognized top-performing hospitals across the US based on patient outcomes, including survival rates, preventable complications, and patient experience. Seven Northeast hospitals were among the top 20 named to the U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll: Brigham and Women's Hospital - Boston Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia Johns Hopkins Hos…
Teresa Giudice Blasted For Instagram Comment On Post Of Daughter's Late BFF Teresa Giudice Blasted For Instagram Comment On Post Of Daughter's Late BFF
Teresa Giudice Blasted For Instagram Comment On Post Of Daughter's Late BFF Teresa Giudice is facing criticism after commenting on the final Instagram post shared by Victoria Zardoya, the North Jersey college student who died after a fall in Florida and was the childhood best friend of Giudice's daughter, Milania. Several weeks before she died, Zardoya, 20, of Montville, posted a photo carousel on Instagram featuring memories from an internship in Portugal. On Saturday, Aug. 1, more than a week after Zardoya died in a tragic fall while visiting historic ruins in Florida, Giudice commented on the post. Giudice commented three fire emojis on the post, prompting sever…
Dozens Of Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Electric Blankets Dozens Of Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Electric Blankets
Dozens Of Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Electric Blankets More than 175,000 heated throws and blankets are being recalled after they were linked to dozens of fires and injuries. OCTROT issued the recall for about 178,000 electric throws and blankets, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 30. The electrical cord can detach and ignite, posing serious fire, burn, and shock hazards. The company has received 555 reports of the blankets or throws melting, sparking, or smoking. There have been at least 27 fires and 15 burn or electrical shock injuries, according to the CPSC. The recall includes OCTROT sherpa heated thro…
24-Year-Old Woman Killed In Wall Crash Leaves Sister As Sole Survivor: GoFundMe 24-Year-Old Woman Killed In Wall Crash Leaves Sister As Sole Survivor: GoFundMe
24-Year-Old Woman Killed In Wall Crash Leaves Sister As Sole Survivor: GoFundMe A 24-year-old Wall Township woman killed in a two-vehicle crash last week has been identified. The crash happened at approximately 11:55 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at the intersection of Route 138 and New Bedford Road in Wall Township, the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office said. Sarah Lee suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, a spokesman from the proseucutor's office confirmed. The crash remains under investigation. As of Monday, Aug. 3, a GoFundMe organized by Cali Whedon for her sister, Allie Lee had raised more than $61,000 to help cover funeral expenses and other …
Popular Band Drops Guitarist From Tour After Teen Says He Sent 'Erotic' Message Popular Band Drops Guitarist From Tour After Teen Says He Sent 'Erotic' Message
Popular Band Drops Guitarist From Tour After Teen Says He Sent 'Erotic' Message Modest Mouse has dropped guitarist Simon O'Connor from its upcoming tour after he was accused of sending inappropriate messages to a teen. The indie rock band behind hits like "Float On" and "Dashboard" announced the lineup change in an Instagram post on Friday, July 31. Modest Mouse is scheduled to begin its North American tour on Tuesday, Aug. 4, in Ojai, California. The band didn't explain why O'Connor was removed from the tour or clarify whether he remains a member. "Simon O'Connor will not be joining us on the upcoming tour," the band posted. "The good news is that Seth Jabo…
Dairy Queen Unveils New Blizzard Flavor, Launching Fall Menu Dairy Queen Unveils New Blizzard Flavor, Launching Fall Menu
Dairy Queen Unveils New Blizzard Flavor, Launching Fall Menu Dairy Queen is unveiling several new treats on its fall menu, including a new Blizzard flavor. DQ launched its new Caramel Apple Cheesecake Blizzard Treat, the chain announced in a news release on Monday, Aug. 3. The dessert features cheesecake pieces and caramel apple topping blended with DQ soft serve. The Blizzard of the Month for August is available at participating locations. "It's a delicious way to satisfy seasonal cravings while the weather is still warm and for fans to fall a little harder for fall," said DQ. Rewards members can also buy one Blizzard Treat and get a sec…
Vehicle Ends Up In Woods After Garden State Parkway Crash Vehicle Ends Up In Woods After Garden State Parkway Crash
Vehicle Ends Up In Woods After Garden State Parkway Crash A vehicle appeared to end up in the woods after a crash on the Garden State Parkway in Sayreville on Monday afternoon, Aug. 3. The NJDOT site reported a crash with an overturned vehicle and a vehicle off the roadway as of 2:15 p.m. It happened in the northbound lanes, south of the Raritan Toll Plaza in Sayreville. All lanes were open to traffic. Traffic cameras appeared to show one vehicle off the roadway in a wooded area and a large number of first responders on the highway.
Don't Make This Takeout Mistake In NJ: A New Law Just Changed The Rules Don't Make This Takeout Mistake In NJ: A New Law Just Changed The Rules
Don't Make This Takeout Mistake In NJ: A New Law Just Changed The Rules If you order takeout or delivery in New Jersey, don't expect to find a plastic fork, ketchup packet or napkin in the bag. Unless you asked for it. A new state law that took effect Saturday,  Aug. 1, prohibits eateries from automatically providing single-use plastic utensils and condiment packets to customers. Instead, they'll only be provided upon request. The change applies to restaurants, cafés, food trucks, cafeterias, grocery stores with prepared food, convenience stores, hospitals, schools, sports arenas, entertainment venues, and other businesses serving meals to eat. Customers…
NJ Man Fatally Stabbed, Collapsed Outside Hospital Parking Garage: Prosecutor NJ Man Fatally Stabbed, Collapsed Outside Hospital Parking Garage: Prosecutor
NJ Man Fatally Stabbed, Collapsed Outside Hospital Parking Garage: Prosecutor A 28-year-old Camden man was killed in a stabbing in Camden early Saturday, Aug. 1, authorities said. At 2:53 a.m., Camden County police responded to Cooper University Hospital after Davinne Evans walked to the medical center and collapsed outside a parking garage, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez said. Evans was soon pronounced dead, authorities said. Officers determined he was stabbed at Broadway and Stevens Street, authorities said. The investigation is ongoing, authorities said.
Man Shot, Killed In Camden: Prosecutor Man Shot, Killed In Camden: Prosecutor
Man Shot, Killed In Camden: Prosecutor A man was shot and killed in Camden, authorities announced Monday, Aug. 3. At 9:50 p.m., on Friday, July 31, Camden police responded to the 100 block of North 24th Street and found Edgar Velasco-Hernandez with a gunshot wound, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez said.  He was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead soon after, authorities said. The investigation is ongoing, authorities said.
Massive Parasite Outbreak Takes Deadly Turn Massive Parasite Outbreak Takes Deadly Turn
Massive Parasite Outbreak Takes Deadly Turn A sprawling foodborne threat has taken its most serious turn yet. Click here for a new, updated story: These Other Grocery Staples Under Scrutiny As Parasite Cases Climb The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported on Monday, Aug. 3, that two people had died in its cyclosporiasis outbreak. Both had significant underlying health conditions that may have been affected by the infection and dehydration, the department said. Officials did not release their names, ages, or other details. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the Michigan deaths were part of a ni…