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Tree Almost Crushes Driver Suffering Medical Emergency On Route 9G In Dutchess County Tree Almost Crushes Driver Suffering Medical Emergency On Route 9G In Dutchess County Tree Almost Crushes Driver Suffering Medical Emergency On Route 9G In Dutchess County
Tree Almost Crushes Driver Suffering Medical Emergency On Route 9G In Dutchess County A 58-year-old woman narrowly escaped serious injuries after suffering a medical emergency behind the wheel and crashing into a tree that then fell on top of her car in Dutchess County.  The crash happened on Route 9G near Lemon Lane Extension in Red Hook at around 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, according to the Red Hook Police Department.  Police said the woman, a Germantown resident, was driving a 2014 Toyota southbound on Route 9G when she experienced a medical emergency. The vehicle then crossed the double yellow lines, veered off the road, and struck a large tree.  …

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Public Asked To Avoid Intersection Near Pond In Hudson Valley (DEVELOPING) Public Asked To Avoid Intersection Near Pond In Hudson Valley (DEVELOPING) Public Asked To Avoid Intersection Near Pond In Hudson Valley (DEVELOPING)
Public Asked To Avoid Intersection Near Pond In Hudson Valley (Developing) The public is being asked to avoid a Putnam County intersection where a heavy police and fire department presence has been reported.  The emergency response is taking place on Mooney Hill Road near Ludingtonville Road in Kent, according to an advisory issued by the Kent Police Department shortly before 10:10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14.  Police warned residents and motorists to expect significant emergency activity in the area and urged drivers to avoid the vicinity.  Authorities added that there is no danger to the public. Unconfirmed emergency scanner reports indicate…

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3 Hospitalized After Car Hits Parked Vehicle, Rolls Over On Route 6 In Hudson Valley 3 Hospitalized After Car Hits Parked Vehicle, Rolls Over On Route 6 In Hudson Valley 3 Hospitalized After Car Hits Parked Vehicle, Rolls Over On Route 6 In Hudson Valley
3 Hospitalized After Car Hits Parked Vehicle, Rolls Over On Route 6 In Hudson Valley Three people were hospitalized after a vehicle slammed into a parked car and overturned in Putnam County. The crash happened in the area of 493 Route 6 in Mahopac at around 3:46 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, according to the Mahopac Volunteer Fire Department.   According to the fire department, the vehicle struck a parked car before rolling over and eventually coming to rest on its wheels.  The driver and two passengers were transported to Westchester Medical Center for medical evaluation, firefighters said.  Emergency crews closed Route 6 for around 25 minutes while respo…

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Armed Man Seen Near Middle School In Dutchess County Now Faces Charges: Police Armed Man Seen Near Middle School In Dutchess County Now Faces Charges: Police Armed Man Seen Near Middle School In Dutchess County Now Faces Charges: Police
Armed Man Seen Near Middle School In Dutchess County Now Faces Charges: Police A 54-year-old man who sparked a police investigation after being spotted wearing camouflage and carrying a knife and rifle magazines near two Dutchess County schools has now been charged with eight offenses, including six felonies, authorities said.  Hyde Park resident Daniel M. Prospero was arrested on Tuesday, Oct. 13, after being released from MidHudson Regional Hospital, the Hyde Park Police Department announced on Tuesday evening.  Prospero faces six counts of third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, a felony, along with one count each of fourth-degree criminal possessio…

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Man Serving Life Sentence Gets More Prison Time For Slashing At Hudson Valley Facility Man Serving Life Sentence Gets More Prison Time For Slashing At Hudson Valley Facility Man Serving Life Sentence Gets More Prison Time For Slashing At Hudson Valley Facility
Man Serving Life Sentence Gets More Prison Time For Slashing At Hudson Valley Facility A 21-year-old man already serving a life sentence for murder has received more time behind bars after admitting to attacking another inmate with a blade hidden inside a pen cap at an Orange County correctional facility.   Manhattan resident Jiniye Hooks, 21, was sentenced in Orange County Court on Wednesday, Oct. 7, to an additional nine to 11 years in prison, Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced on Tuesday, Oct. 13.  The new sentence will run consecutively to the 20-years-to-life sentence Hooks was already serving for a 2024 murder in Manhattan.  Acc…

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Dutchess County Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family Dutchess County Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family Dutchess County Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family
Dutchess County Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family A Dutchess County family is receiving an outpouring of support as their 4-year-old daughter battles serious medical complications that have required nine brain surgeries in just seven months. Libby Keefe of Poughkeepsie underwent her latest brain surgery on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Boston Children's Hospital, where she remains hospitalized following complications, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched Friday, Oct. 9.  In the wake of Libby's medical struggles, IAEP Local 20 and IAFF Local 2623 have organized the campaign to support Libby's parents, Debbie and Ryan Keefe, w…

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'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where 'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where 'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where
'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Hudson Valley Village — Here's Where A Westchester County village had some excitement this week when cameras rolled for an upcoming episode of NBC's hit crime drama "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," with one of the show's stars spotted on location.   Filming took place in Addyman Square in Ardsley on Wednesday, Oct. 7, bringing cast members, production crews, and cameras to the village's downtown area.  Among those spotted was Peter Scanavino, who plays Assistant District Attorney Dominick "Sonny" Carisi Jr. on the long-running series. Scanavino was seen walking toward a blue car with New Jersey license plates alongside…

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1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract 1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract 1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract
1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract More than 1,300 building service workers across Westchester County and the Hudson Valley will receive wage increases and improved pensions after union members approved a new four-year contract.  Members of 32BJ SEIU, which represents doorpersons, porters, building superintendents, and maintenance workers, voted to ratify the agreement on Thursday, Oct. 8, the union announced Friday, Oct. 9.  The contract was negotiated between the union and the Building and Realty Institute of Westchester and the Mid-Hudson Region, with the two sides reaching a tentative agreement on Monday, Sept.…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story
Portnoy Scores 'Unique' Hudson Valley Pizzeria After Hearing Owner's Story A Westchester pizzeria owner who went from secretly making pies in the back of a bar to fighting cancer and nearly losing his business became visibly emotional after receiving a coveted score from popular pizza reviewer and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy. Portnoy visited Pizzeria Baci at 2083 Albany Post Rd. in Montrose, meeting owner Chris Weisman during a One Bite Pizza Review video posted Tuesday, Oct. 6.  Before Portnoy took his first bite, Weisman shared the unlikely story behind the pizzeria and his decades in the business. He told him he has been making pizza for abou…

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Fugitive ‘Blood Feud’ Murderer Captured In New York After 25 Years On The Run: Authorities Fugitive ‘Blood Feud’ Murderer Captured In New York After 25 Years On The Run: Authorities Fugitive ‘Blood Feud’ Murderer Captured In New York After 25 Years On The Run: Authorities
Fugitive ‘Blood Feud’ Murderer Captured In New York After 25 Years On The Run: Authorities A murderous fugitive from Albania wanted for two “blood feud” murders and another killing has been arrested in New York, authorities said. Valentin Ftoni was on the run for more than 25 years before law enforcement caught up with him Thursday, Oct. 8, the U.S. Marshals Service said. Ftoni had been convicted in absentia for killings in 2000 and 2001, according to Albanian news outlet CNA. He murdered a husband and wife in 2000 for “blood feud reasons” and another man in 2001, CNA reported. Upon his return to Albania, Ftoni faces 25 years in prison on both convictions, the U.S. Marshals sai…

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Power Grid Emergency Issued In NY: What To Know About Unusual October Alert Power Grid Emergency Issued In NY: What To Know About Unusual October Alert Power Grid Emergency Issued In NY: What To Know About Unusual October Alert
Power Grid Emergency Issued In NY: What To Know About Unusual October Alert The world's largest power grid operator has issued an emergency alert as unusually warm October weather and widespread equipment outages put pressure on electricity supplies across the region, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania. PJM Interconnection issued a Maximum Generation Alert and Load Management Alert for Tuesday, Oct. 13, as higher electricity demand and planned equipment outages put pressure on the regional power supply. The alerts mean power companies are being asked to keep as much equipment running as possible, including postponing maintenance that could take power plants or t…

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Duct-Taped Passenger Facing Federal Prison Duct-Taped Passenger Facing Federal Prison Duct-Taped Passenger Facing Federal Prison
Duct-Taped Passenger Facing Federal Prison The American Airlines passenger who had to be restrained with duct tape and zip ties during a flight that was diverted to Maryland is now facing a much bigger problem on the ground. Layne Lundeen, 67, of Tucson, Arizona, was indicted on charges stemming from a confrontation aboard a Dallas-to-Newark flight that was diverted to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport in Anne Arundel County on Thursday, Sept. 3. Federal prosecutors announced the indictment on Tuesday, Oct. 13, alleging that Lundeen assaulted a fellow passenger and interfered with flight attendants and cre…

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Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports
Delta Flight From JFK Evacuated Upon Arrival In Israel After Bomb Threat: Reports A Delta flight from John F. Kennedy Airport to Tel Aviv was evacuated on arrival Tuesday morning, Oct. 13 due to a bomb threat, according to multiple reports. Passengers on Delta Flight 234 were rushed off the plane shortly landing at Ben Gurion Airport, the main commercial airport in Israel, due to the anonymous claim that a bomb was on board, the Jerusalem Post reported. The plane was then moved to a remote parking area on the tarmac and searched by security teams, according to Israeli news source Ynet. Nothing suspicious was found in the aircraft, officials said. Normal operations resum…

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WATCH: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’ WATCH: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’ WATCH: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’
Watch: Humpback Whale Crashes Into Small Boat Off Long Island Coast: ‘Holy!’ A giant humpback whale crashed into a boat off the coast of Long Island on Saturday, Oct. 10. The shocking collision was captured on video by Steven Heid, who shared the clip on social media. The whale approached Heid’s boat quickly as he was fishing in Moriches Inlet, the video shows. It appeared to be feeding, as dozens of fish are seen flying through the air in the moments before the whale slammed into the boat’s side. View this post on Instagram While the whale made solid contact with the side of the boat, appearing to even “bite” the sid…

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Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles
Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles A nationwide recall involving more than 100,000 bottles of a familiar pain reliever could warrant a closer look inside your medicine cabinet. Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. is voluntarily recalling 112,932 bottles of Amazon-branded Extra Strength Acetaminophen after consumers reported discolored caplets, according to the FDA enforcement report. The affected product contains 500 milligrams of acetaminophen per caplet and was distributed across the US. The recall covers specific lots in three bottle sizes: 200-count, 500-count, and 1,000-count containers. The FDA lists the recall as ongoing …

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Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits
Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits Netflix is slashing about 1,000 jobs in its largest round of layoffs ever as the streaming giant restructures its operations despite soaring profits. Co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters told employees about the cuts on Wednesday, Oct. 14. The Wall Street Journal was first to report on the layoffs, which will affect about 6% of Netflix's workforce. Netflix hasn't announced how many workers will lose their jobs in each department or where the cuts will be concentrated. Most layoffs will reportedly impact employees in Netflix's product, technology, legal, and human resources de…

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Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising
Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising Aldi is promoting a Thanksgiving dinner deal for less than $4 per person as stubborn inflation continues driving up costs for Americans. The discount supermarket chain is offering a full Thanksgiving meal that can feed 10 people for under $39, Aldi said in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 14. The promotion was announced on the same day new federal data showed inflation rising to 3.7%. The holiday meal includes a turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and many other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "Thanksgiving shouldn't require a calculator or a coupon strategy," Aldi CEO Atty McGrath said.&…

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Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall
Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall More than 30,000 Mercedes-Benz luxury cars are being recalled because a brake hose problem can make it harder for drivers to stop. Mercedes-Benz USA issued the recall for 30,064 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Friday, Oct. 2. The affected vehicles include certain S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and AMG sedans from model years 2022 through 2025. The front brake hoses may weaken over time because of heat and mechanical stress. The hoses can eventually rupture and leak brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the distance neede…

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Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One
Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Mexican Grill is going big with its takeout bags, giving customers a chance to win a massive three-foot-wide version. The chain unveiled its limited-edition "Big A** Chipotle Bag" on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The 170-liter tote bag celebrates the chain's Family Meals, which are designed to feed four to six people. The oversized bag measures 36 inches wide, 24 inches tall, and 12 inches deep. "A Big A** Meal deserves a Big A** Bag," said chief brand officer Fernando Machado. "We took one of the most recognizable parts of the Chipotle experience, gave it an outsized upgrade, …

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Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles
Nationwide Pain Reliever Recall Covers More Than 112,000 Bottles A nationwide recall involving more than 100,000 bottles of a familiar pain reliever could warrant a closer look inside your medicine cabinet. Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. is voluntarily recalling 112,932 bottles of Amazon-branded Extra Strength Acetaminophen after consumers reported discolored caplets, according to the FDA enforcement report. The affected product contains 500 milligrams of acetaminophen per caplet and was distributed across the US. The recall covers specific lots in three bottle sizes: 200-count, 500-count, and 1,000-count containers. The FDA lists the recall as ongoing …

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Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits
Netflix Slashes 1K Jobs In Largest Layoffs Ever Despite Billions In Profits Netflix is slashing about 1,000 jobs in its largest round of layoffs ever as the streaming giant restructures its operations despite soaring profits. Co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters told employees about the cuts on Wednesday, Oct. 14. The Wall Street Journal was first to report on the layoffs, which will affect about 6% of Netflix's workforce. Netflix hasn't announced how many workers will lose their jobs in each department or where the cuts will be concentrated. Most layoffs will reportedly impact employees in Netflix's product, technology, legal, and human resources de…

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Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising
Major Grocery Chain Offers $39 Thanksgiving Dinners For 10 As Inflation Keeps Rising Aldi is promoting a Thanksgiving dinner deal for less than $4 per person as stubborn inflation continues driving up costs for Americans. The discount supermarket chain is offering a full Thanksgiving meal that can feed 10 people for under $39, Aldi said in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 14. The promotion was announced on the same day new federal data showed inflation rising to 3.7%. The holiday meal includes a turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and many other Thanksgiving dinner staples. "Thanksgiving shouldn't require a calculator or a coupon strategy," Aldi CEO Atty McGrath said.&…

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Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall
Dangerous Brake Leak Issue Prompts Huge Mercedes-Benz Recall More than 30,000 Mercedes-Benz luxury cars are being recalled because a brake hose problem can make it harder for drivers to stop. Mercedes-Benz USA issued the recall for 30,064 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Friday, Oct. 2. The affected vehicles include certain S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and AMG sedans from model years 2022 through 2025. The front brake hoses may weaken over time because of heat and mechanical stress. The hoses can eventually rupture and leak brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the distance neede…

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Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One
Chipotle Unveils 'Big A**' Tote Bag: Here's How To Win One Chipotle Mexican Grill is going big with its takeout bags, giving customers a chance to win a massive three-foot-wide version. The chain unveiled its limited-edition "Big A** Chipotle Bag" on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The 170-liter tote bag celebrates the chain's Family Meals, which are designed to feed four to six people. The oversized bag measures 36 inches wide, 24 inches tall, and 12 inches deep. "A Big A** Meal deserves a Big A** Bag," said chief brand officer Fernando Machado. "We took one of the most recognizable parts of the Chipotle experience, gave it an outsized upgrade, …

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6 Dead After Small Plane Crashes In Wisconsin Woods 6 Dead After Small Plane Crashes In Wisconsin Woods 6 Dead After Small Plane Crashes In Wisconsin Woods
6 Dead After Small Plane Crashes In Wisconsin Woods Six people were killed when a small plane crashed in Wisconsin, leaving investigators searching for answers about the flight’s final moments. Five adults and one child were aboard when the aircraft went down on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in the Town of Dellona, according to the Sauk County Sheriff’s Office. The Piper was returning from Kenosha, Wisconsin, to Menomonie, Wisconsin. Authorities have not yet released the occupants’ identities. Dispatchers received multiple reports of a downed aircraft around 9:31 p.m. Emergency personnel found the crash site in a densely wooded area north of Park …

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Social Security Announces Benefit Change: What Recipients Should Know Social Security Announces Benefit Change: What Recipients Should Know Social Security Announces Benefit Change: What Recipients Should Know
Social Security Announces Benefit Change: What Recipients Should Know Around 76 million Americans have a new number to factor into next year’s household budgets. The Social Security Administration announced on Wednesday, Oct. 14, that benefits will increase by 3.6 percent for 2027 through its annual cost-of-living adjustment, known as COLA. The adjustment translates to roughly $75 more per month for the average retired worker. Average disability and survivor benefits are expected to increase by about $59 monthly. Those are averages, not uniform increases for every recipient. The dollar change depends on the person’s benefit amount. For example, a monthly be…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New No Kings Day Planned: Here's When, Where New No Kings Day Planned: Here's When, Where New No Kings Day Planned: Here's When, Where
New No Kings Day Planned: Here's When, Where A brand-new nationwide No Kings mobilization is coming, with a different focus from the mass protests that brought the movement national attention. Organizers have scheduled No Kings: Vote Early for Saturday, Oct. 17, according to the official No Kings website. The day centers on voter participation ahead of the midterm elections Tuesday, Nov. 3. The coalition describes the events as nonpartisan gatherings intended to help eligible voters check their registration, understand their options, and make a voting plan. Readers can visit NoKings.org, select Find an Event, and search by ZIP code f…

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Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs
Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Flu activity is picking up as fall gets underway, putting this year’s protection timing in focus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says flu activity remains low nationally but is increasing. Its latest FluView report captures that trend. Clinical laboratories reported that 3.4 percent of tested respiratory specimens were positive for influenza. Flu diagnoses accounted for 0.4 percent of emergency department visits in a separate surveillance system. Those figures show flu is circulating, but they do not establish that a widespread early season is already underway. The CDC…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Rock Singer Reveals Serious Diagnosis, Shares Emotional Message Rock Singer Reveals Serious Diagnosis, Shares Emotional Message Rock Singer Reveals Serious Diagnosis, Shares Emotional Message
Rock Singer Reveals Serious Diagnosis, Shares Emotional Message A familiar voice in rock and metal has shared a heartbreaking health update, explaining the difficult weeks behind her silence. Amanda Somerville, 47, revealed an inoperable brain tumor in an Instagram announcement on Sunday, Oct. 11. “My dear Somervillains,” Somerville began. “I owe you a personal word. Many of you have heard by now - the news has been traveling faster than I have - and I'm sorry it's taken me this long to speak to you directly. "These past weeks have been a blur of hospitals, scans, biopsies and difficult conversations, and I needed time to understand what we're facing b…

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