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NY Natives Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: See The Full List NY Natives Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: See The Full List
NY Natives Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: See The Full List Three Northeast natives are among the music icons hoping to be in the next class for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The Cleveland museum announced its 2025 nominees on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Among the contenders are Long Island native Mariah Carey, Philadelphia's own Chubby Checker, and New York City-born Cyndi Lauper. Several British acts are among the nominees, including rock group Bad Company, Southern blues-style band The Black Crowes, punk rock legend Billy Idol, raspy blues singer Joe Cocker, post-punk group Joy Division/New Order, and recently reunited Britpop band Oasis. A…

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by Chris Spiker
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Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday Mega Millions drawing with a recently reset jackpot. The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday, Feb. 11 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $110 million, with an estimated cash option of $50 million. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 07-30-39-41-70 with a Mega Ball of 13 and a Megaplier of 3X. MegaMillions If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14.  Lottery players have a …

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by Zak Failla
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Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show
Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show Are you the life of the party? This could be your chance to shine. A nationally-syndicated daytime talk show is on the hunt for “fun, high-energy people” in the New York area to participate in a game segment. The casting, posted in the "Long Island Casting Calls" Facebook group by former The Drew Barrymore Show and CNN producer Catie Perry, does not name the show in question. Hopefuls are encouraged to send a video including their name, age, hometown, and some fun facts about themselves.  If you think you’ve got what it takes to keep the audience entertained, email catiep.castin…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Winning Numbers For Monday, Feb. 10 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $142M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Monday, Feb. 10 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $142M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Monday, Feb. 10 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $142M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Monday, Feb. 10 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $142 million with a $65.8 million cash option after a recent winner reset the prize pool. If no winner claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The winning numbers for Monday's drawing were 02-17-18-29-43 with a Powerball of 03 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to…

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by Zak Failla
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Ex Bugging You? Name A Cockroach After Them At Aquarium In Region This Valentine's Day Ex Bugging You? Name A Cockroach After Them At Aquarium In Region This Valentine's Day
Ex Bugging You? Name A Cockroach After Them At Aquarium In Region This Valentine's Day If your ex is still crawling under your skin, this may be just the event to help squash the past. This Valentine’s Day, VIA Aquarium in Schenectady is offering a hilariously petty, yet oddly endearing way to mark the holiday: For just $1, you can sponsor a cockroach and have it named after that “special someone.” “Your sponsored roach will be fed out to one of our reptiles by our Senior Reptile Keeper, Randy,” reads the aquarium’s website. The best part? The whole thing will be recorded for your replaying pleasure: “You can watch your special roach over and over.” The deadline to par…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Hudson Valley's Martha Stewart Busts Some Moves In Super Bowl Ad: 'That's How You Glide' Hudson Valley's Martha Stewart Busts Some Moves In Super Bowl Ad: 'That's How You Glide'
Hudson Valley's Martha Stewart Busts Some Moves In Super Bowl Ad: 'That's How You Glide' Right before Super Bowl LIX began, longtime New York and former Connecticut resident Martha Stewart entertained viewers with some impressive dance moves that were suspiciously spry for an 83-year-old.  Stewart appeared in a commercial for sneakers brand Sketchers that aired just before kickoff on Sunday, Feb. 9 in which she showed off her breakdancing skills.  As the ad begins, the longtime resident of Katonah in northern Westchester County highlights her Sketchers Glide-Step Slip-Ins, saying, "It almost feels like I'm gliding on air when I walk."  Soon after, she says,…

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by Ben Crnic
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Who Is Luigi Mangione? New TV Special Explores Accused CEO Killer Who Is Luigi Mangione? New TV Special Explores Accused CEO Killer
Who Is Luigi Mangione? New TV Special Explores Accused CEO Killer What drove Luigi Mangione from online forums to the center of a shocking crime?  A new Investigation Discovery special seeks to answer that question, unpacking the story behind the man accused of assassinating a United Healthcare CEO in a case that stunned the nation. Who Is Luigi Mangione? premieres at 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17, on Investigation Discovery and will stream on Max.  The hour-long special digs deep into the accused killer’s life, tracing his digital footprint, personal struggles, and alleged descent into violence. The special features insight from Dan Abrams, criminol…

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by Joe Lombardi
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NY's Most Romantic Restaurants: See OpenTable's Top Valentine's Day Picks NY's Most Romantic Restaurants: See OpenTable's Top Valentine's Day Picks
NY's Most Romantic Restaurants: See OpenTable's Top Valentine's Day Picks From fireside steakhouses to waterfront fine dining, these spots set the stage for love on Valentine's Day. OpenTable has revealed its 2025 list of the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the US. Nineteen of those restaurants recognized are in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Whether you're planning an intimate candlelit dinner or a scenic waterfront experience, these restaurants offer the perfect backdrop for romance. J. Gilbert's – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood (Glastonbury, CT) For a cozy yet upscale experience, J. Gilbert's delivers prime…

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by Chris Spiker
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Winning Numbers For Saturday, Feb. 8 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $131M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Saturday, Feb. 8 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $131M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Saturday, Feb. 8 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $131M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Saturday, Feb. 8 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $131 million with a $60.6 million cash option after being recently reset. If no Lottery player claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll to around $142 million for the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 10. The winning numbers for Saturday's drawing were 23-44-57-60-62 with a Powerball of 09 and the Power Play was 2X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball,…

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by Zak Failla
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Winning Numbers For Friday, Feb. 7 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $94M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Friday, Feb. 7 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $94M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Friday, Feb. 7 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $94M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Friday, Feb. 7 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $94 million with a $42.9 million cash option. The winning numbers were 04-24-32-41-55 with a Mega Ball of 16 and a Megaplier of 2X. MegaMillions If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Lottery players have a 1 in 302,575,350 chance of winning a Mega Millions jackpot by matching all five balls plus the gold Mega Ball, according to officials. Prizes then r…

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by Zak Failla
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Yowza! $10M Lottery Jackpot Claimed By Woman From Region Yowza! $10M Lottery Jackpot Claimed By Woman From Region
Yowza! $10M Lottery Jackpot Claimed By Woman From Region A New York woman has many more reasons to smile–ten million, to be exact. Saratoga County resident Jessica Koonce, of Clifton Park, claimed a top prize on the $10,000 A Week For Life scratch-off game, according to New York Lottery. The prize guarantees a minimum payout of $10 million. Koonce opted to receive lifetime annuity payments of $338,520 each, after required withholdings. She snagged the incredibly lucky ticket at the Stewart’s Shops located on South Street in Mechanicville, lottery officials said. There was still one top prize remaining on the $10,000 A Week For Life ticket as of…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $113M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $113M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $113M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Wednesday, Feb. 5 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $113 million with a $51.2 million cash option. If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Feb 8. The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 19-27-30-50-62 with a Powerball of 14 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes then range from $1 millio…

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by Zak Failla