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NY Among 10 Most Diverse States In New Study: Here's Why
Several Northeast states are among the places with the most diversity in the US, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 Most & Least Diverse States in America list on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The study ranked all 50 states using 14 measures across socioeconomic, cultural, economic, household, religious, and political diversity.
Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said diversity goes beyond race and gender.
"The most diverse states have above-average variety when it comes to people's ages, birthplaces, languages, jobs, family structures, and more," said Lupo. "Moving to a diverse s…
Cherished Long Island Soccer Coach, Father Dies Suddenly From Cardiac Arrest
A beloved Long Island father and soccer coach has died suddenly from cardiac arrest, and the community has rallied in a fundraiser for his family.
Carlos Javier Mejia, also known affectionately as “Coach Gato,” spent 21 years as a soccer coach with youth clubs on Long Island, including 15 at Connetquot United Soccer Club, according to the fundraiser. Before he got into youth coaching, he served in the U.S. Army.
“He touched the lives of so many people through his family, his community, and the soccer families he loved so much,” his daughter, Karla Mejia, wrote in the GoFundMe.
Mejia said m…
Netflix Movie Starring Whoopi Goldberg Looking For Extras On Long Island
An upcoming Netflix movie is filming on Long Island and needs background actors for some scenes.
“Women Like Us,” led by Whoopi Goldberg, will be filming on Shelter Island from Tuesday, Sept. 22 through Tuesday, Sept. 29, according to a social media post from Waldron Casting.
“We are looking for a variety of types to portray Hamptons residents, resort guests & upscale vacationers,” the casting call reads.
The film directors are looking for Shelter Island locals to serve as extras in the film, which also stars Jenifer Lewis, Vanessa Williams, and Vivica A. Fox. The pay starts at $187 fo…
NY Ranked Among 15 Happiest States In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why
The Northeast is home to some of the happiest people in the country, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 Happiest States in America ranking on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The study compared all 50 states across 30 measures of happiness, including depression and suicide rates, work hours, unemployment, income growth, family stability, volunteer rates, and safety.
The personal finance website also looked at how many adults feel active and productive, along with factors like sleep, leisure time, job security, and community support.
"The happiest states are those that provide above-ave…
