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New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 A new survey suggests many Americans are heading into 2026 with an appetite for change, even if the past year left plenty of people feeling drained. While not everyone is confident about the year ahead, respondents say they are determined to set goals that might help them reset, refocus, or rebuild momentum. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Talkspace, the survey of 2,000 Americans found that only a small share felt very good about 2025, with just 10 percent calling it a “great” year.  Most described it as “just okay,” while nearly one in five labeled it “bad.” Another 10 perc…
NY 100-Year-Old Still Dancing Through Life — And Sharing Her Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going' NY 100-Year-Old Still Dancing Through Life — And Sharing Her Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going'
NY 100-Year-Old Still Dancing Through Life — And Sharing Her Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going' Don’t bother telling Toni Cilberti to act her age — she’s far too busy. At 100, the Schenectady native still hits the gym and keeps a busier social calendar than most 20-somethings. “The sad part is if [people] don’t know me, and they know I’m 100, they probably think that I’m wheelchair bound and I can’t move,” she told Daily Voice. “I’m totally the opposite.” Far from needing a wheelchair, these days Cilberti zips around the Capital Region in her “comfy” red Hyundai Tiburon sports car and fills her days with movement. Since her 70s, she's collected gold medals in prediction walking,…
New York Man, 37, Found After Fatal Fall On Washington State Trail, Family Says New York Man, 37, Found After Fatal Fall On Washington State Trail, Family Says
New York Man, 37, Found After Fatal Fall On Washington State Trail, Family Says A Pennsylvania native died after falling during a strenuous hike in Washington State, his family and rescue officials confirmed. Andrew (Andy) Robert Wong, 37, of Bethlehem, PA, summitted Dragontail Peak in Leavenworth, WA, before falling to his death on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, according to his obituary from Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. in Hellertown. Wong had just completed a weeklong Alpinism 1 Program on Mount Baker through the American Alpine Institute before attempting the Enchantments Traverse, his family said. He was reported missing on Friday, Sept. 5, and his body was later disc…
Cause Of Death Revealed For Jessica Aber, US Attorney, 43 Cause Of Death Revealed For Jessica Aber, US Attorney, 43
Cause Of Death Revealed For Jessica Aber, US Attorney, 43 The cause of death has been revealed for Jessica Aber, the US Attorney who died in March. The 43-year-old prosecutor suffered "sudden unexpected death in epilepsy," The Virginian-Pilot reports, citing the State Medical Examiner's Office. Aber, the former United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found unresponsive around 9:18 a.m. Saturday, March 22, inside a home on the 900 block of Beverley Drive in Alexandria, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Police said there was no foul play involved and her family later said that Aber suffered from epilepsy and …
Air Quality Alert Issued for Hudson Valley, Capital Region Amid Wildfire Smoke Air Quality Alert Issued for Hudson Valley, Capital Region Amid Wildfire Smoke
Air Quality Alert Issued for Hudson Valley, Capital Region Amid Wildfire Smoke Weather officials have issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for a large swath of eastern New York, including the Hudson Valley, Capital Region, and parts of the Adirondacks, due to elevated levels of fine particulate matter in the air.  The advisory is in effect until midnight tonight, Tuesday, August 5, with air quality index (AQI) levels expected to exceed 100, indicating potentially unhealthy conditions for sensitive individuals, according to the National Weather Service and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.  Fine particulates, also known as PM…
170-Acre Luxury Dutchess Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M 170-Acre Luxury Dutchess Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M
170-Acre Luxury Dutchess Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M A one-of-a-kind luxury estate in Dutchess County has hit the market for the first time, offering Adirondack-style elegance, expansive views, and a stunning array of year-round amenities—all set on 170 private acres in the heart of the Hudson Valley.  Located at 367 Prospect Hill Rd. in Pine Plains, the property is now listed for $8,475,000 and has been on the market for just under two weeks, according to its Houlihan Lawrence listing.  Designed by architect Lloyd Taft and built by a third-generation camp builder known for his work in upstate New York and the Thousand Islands, the …
This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit
This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit Where can you find a waterfall, a blues club, and world-class waffles, all in one Top 10 list? CNN Travel has unveiled its second annual ranking of America’s Best Towns To Visit, spotlighting small cities with standout charm, and a big dose of the unexpected. The outlet tapped its readers and contributors for nominations.  It then narrowed the field by evaluating each town’s attractions, dining and drink options, cultural and nightlife scenes, identity, diversity, proximity to other destinations, and general “wow factor.” Travel essentials like lodging and accessibility were also con…
Summer Sun Safety Summer Sun Safety
Summer Sun Safety Summer is here, and it’s time to head to the beach, gear up for sports, and enjoy the outdoors! At this time of year, it’s more important than ever to remember to keep these sun safety tips in mind. Asma Khan, MD, Medical Director of Urgent Care, Sun River Health Sun River Health Care for Your Skin Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: Take extra precaution between 10am and 4pm, when the sun is at its strongest Apply sunscreen liberally and evenly…
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey When Americans daydream about the perfect getaway, it’s not about jet-setting halfway across the world. It’s about comfort, calm, and connection. A new survey finds the ideal US vacation lasts 11 days, costs just under $8,800 per person, and happens about three hours from home. Most want more than just a long weekend, and six in 10 believe that dream trip is right here in the States. So, where are they headed? According to the findings, these are Americans’ favorite types of vacation destinations: Sunny beaches: 63 percent Outdoor escapes: 53 percent Major cities: 43 percent Historic site…
‘Super Chill And Funny’: PA Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning On Duty ‘Super Chill And Funny’: PA Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning On Duty
‘Super Chill And Funny’: PA Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning On Duty A popular Pennsylvania park ranger who vanished during a Memorial Day weekend patrol has been found dead, authorities and colleagues announced. Alec Campbell, 38, of Delaware County, was identified as the ranger whose body was recovered from the Neshaminy Creek at Tyler State Park after a days-long search. He went missing on Saturday, May 24, when his kayak capsized during routine patrol duties, Pennsylvania State Police said. His body was located on Sunday, May 25, following a large multi-agency search effort involving DCNR, PSP Aviation and Maritime Units, local fire departments, emergenc…
‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? NY Locale Among 20 Nationwide In Running For New Poll ‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? NY Locale Among 20 Nationwide In Running For New Poll
‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? NY Locale Among 20 Nationwide In Running For New Poll Pack your picnic baskets and betting slips–this New York locale is officially in the running for the nation’s best summer getaway. Among the 20 destinations vying for the title of “Best Summer Travel Destination” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards is Saratoga Springs. Public voting is now open and runs through Monday, May 12. In its write-up, USA Today called Saratoga Springs a “vibrant summer destination” that offers a rich mix of cultural events, outdoor activities, and historic charm. Highlights include the Saratoga Race Course, SPAC, Saratoga Lake, and the Sacandaga River—a l…
Consumer Confidence Crashes To 12-Year Low As Trump Tariffs, Rising Prices Fuel Economic Gloom Consumer Confidence Crashes To 12-Year Low As Trump Tariffs, Rising Prices Fuel Economic Gloom
Consumer Confidence Crashes To 12-Year Low As Trump Tariffs, Rising Prices Fuel Economic Gloom Consumer confidence continued its freefall in March, tumbling to its lowest level since the early 2010s as inflation fears, President Donald Trump's rapidly changing tariff threats, and stock market pessimism weighed heavily on Americans. The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index fell 7.2 points in March to 92.9, the nonprofit said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25. That was the lowest reading since late 2022 and well below the threshold that typically signals a looming recession. The steepest drop came in the Expectations Index, which fell 9.6 points to 65.2 — marking its l…
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother A fun day in the snow turned into tragedy for a young Virginia family when a 26-year-old mother was killed in a freak sledding accident, leaving behind her husband and infant daughter, just as they were set to begin a new life, loved ones said. Madelyn Nancy Lowe-Perdue, 26, of Chesapeake, suffered severe injuries in the accident on Thursday, Feb. 20, and was rushed to the hospital, where she later died, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized to support her family. "As many have heard or seen by now, there was a sledding accident," they said. "Many of our loved ones were hurt or in…
MURDER-SUICIDE: Newly-Retired NYSP Worker ID'd As Victim Of Post-Christmas Tragedy MURDER-SUICIDE: Newly-Retired NYSP Worker ID'd As Victim Of Post-Christmas Tragedy
Murder-suicide: Newly-Retired Nysp Worker ID'd As Victim Of Post-Christmas Tragedy A New Jersey man and newly-retired New York State Police employee was shot and killed by his neighbor in Upstate New York who then killed his wife, and then himself, in a post-Christmas tragedy, according to officials and those who loved him. Thomas K. Fusco, 65, who was born in Passaic and raised in Saddle Brook, was found dead from a gunshot wound when New York State Police responded to a shooting at 10 Sunset Point Yankee Lake in Mamakating at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 26, New York State Police said.  Police executing a search warrant at a neighbor's house found the bodies of…
Free Pool Access For Summer: Hochul Launches 'Get Offline, Get Outside' Campaign At NY Parks Free Pool Access For Summer: Hochul Launches 'Get Offline, Get Outside' Campaign At NY Parks
Free Pool Access For Summer: Hochul Launches 'Get Offline, Get Outside' Campaign At NY Parks As part of an initiative to promote physical and mental health among young New Yorkers, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that pool entry fees will be waived at state parks this summer. “Summer is here – get offline and get outside.” On Tuesday, July 2, Hochul announced that for the rest of the summer, there will be no entry fees at New York State Parks pools. It’s part of the “Get Offline, Get Outside” campaign, which encourages young people and families to prioritize their mental and physical health by taking a break from social media to enjoy recreation and social gatherings outdoors. Poo…
Skin Safety Tips Skin Safety Tips
Skin Safety Tips As the weather gets warmer, it’s time to head to the beach, gear up for sports, and enjoy the outdoors! At this time of year, it’s more important than ever to remember to keep these skin safety tips in mind. Care for your skin. Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: Take extra precaution between 10am and 4pm, when the sun is at its strongest Apply sunscreen liberally and evenly over all exposed areas of your body Look for sunscreens that provide an SPF of at l…