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Northeast Cities Rank Among Best, Worst For July 4th Fun, Study Says: See Full Rankings Northeast Cities Rank Among Best, Worst For July 4th Fun, Study Says: See Full Rankings Northeast Cities Rank Among Best, Worst For July 4th Fun, Study Says: See Full Rankings
Northeast Cities Rank Among Best, Worst For July 4th Fun, Study Says: See Full Rankings Northeast cities have widely different Fourth of July celebrations, with the region having some of the nation's best and worst, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst Places for Fourth of July Celebrations on Wednesday, June 25. The study scored 100 cities on everything from food and hotel prices to fireworks shows, walkability, and weather. Data came from public records, tourism offices, and national databases as of Wednesday, May 28. "The Fourth of July is one of the most beloved holidays in America, allowing many of us to not only celebr…

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by Chris Spiker
Montville, CT
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Chomp Free Krispy Kreme For Pac-Man's 45th Birthday: Here's How To Score Doughnuts Chomp Free Krispy Kreme For Pac-Man's 45th Birthday: Here's How To Score Doughnuts Chomp Free Krispy Kreme For Pac-Man's 45th Birthday: Here's How To Score Doughnuts
Chomp Free Krispy Kreme For Pac-Man's 45th Birthday: Here's How To Score Doughnuts Krispy Kreme is celebrating Pac-Man's birthday with a new doughnut collection, giveaways, and deals based on the classic video game. The popular doughnut chain announced its collaboration with Pac-Man on Monday, May 12. The two-player partnership between the brands helps mark Pac-Man's 45th birthday, which falls on Thursday, May 22. The limited-time lineup includes three themed doughnuts and a maze-inspired box modeled after the classic arcade game. "These all-new Pac-Man doughnuts are sweetest in multi-player mode," Krispy Kreme chief growth officer Dave Skena said. "So, press s…

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by Chris Spiker
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers' Choice
Best Chinese Restaurant In Bergen County In 2024: Hanami Best Chinese Restaurant In Bergen County In 2024: Hanami Best Chinese Restaurant In Bergen County In 2024: Hanami
Best Chinese Restaurant In Bergen County In 2024: Hanami We are thrilled to announce that Hanami in Cresskill has been named Best Chinese Restaurant in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! The restaurant’s name is inspired by an ancient tradition shared by Chinese and Japanese cultures: "Hanami," a celebration of nature, family, and good fortune centered around the revered flowering cherry tree, according to the restaurant's website. Hanami Photo supplied by Hanami Readers' Choice voters were quick to praise Hanami's menu. "The quality of the food is excellent," said one Readers' Choice voter. "The portions are g…

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by Daily Voice
Suffern, NY
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Fink's BBQ In Suffern To Close, Owner Hints At Comeback Fink's BBQ In Suffern To Close, Owner Hints At Comeback Fink's BBQ In Suffern To Close, Owner Hints At Comeback
Fink's BBQ In Suffern To Close, Owner Hints At Comeback Rockland County staple Fink's BBQ Roadhouse, a community favorite in Suffern, is closing after eight years in business.  Owner Dave "Fink" Finkelstein announced that the restaurant’s last full day of operation will be Monday, Dec. 2, citing ongoing challenges that have become insurmountable. Finkelstein tells Daily Voice: "The location is tough — half of the compass is trees, and trees don't eat BBQ. We're a destination spot, Saturdays are insane and Tuesdays it's a ghost town. It's hard to balance business." Fink’s BBQ opened its Suffern location in 2016 after running a successful sp…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lower Paxton, PA
Your Community
Here's Where You Can See Fireworks For Independence Day In Central PA Here's Where You Can See Fireworks For Independence Day In Central PA Here's Where You Can See Fireworks For Independence Day In Central PA
Here's Where You Can See Fireworks For Independence Day In Central PA Independence Day is coming and so are fireworks!  Here's our guide to where you can view the fireworks across South Central Pennsylvania: Adams County Carrol Valley Borough  Near Carroll Commons on 5685 Fairfield Road. Thursday, July 4 begins at 6:30 p.m.; Fireworks at 9:45 p.m. A Gettysburg Fourth!  Gettysburg Area Recreational Park. Thursday, July 4 begins at 5 p.m.; Fireworks at 9:20 p.m. Cumberland County Stars Burst Over Carlisle Carlisle Fairgrounds. Wednesday, July 3 begins at 7 p.m.; Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Newville Lions Club Community Fair  …

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by Jillian Pikora
Englewood, NJ
Your Community
Alpine's CC Sabathia Throws Son Backyard Birthday Bash Alpine's CC Sabathia Throws Son Backyard Birthday Bash Alpine's CC Sabathia Throws Son Backyard Birthday Bash
Alpine's CC Sabathia Throws Son Backyard Birthday Bash Former New York Yankee CC Sabathia recently celebrated his youngest child's 10th birthday with a backyard bash. The retired MLB pitcher and his wife, Amber, brought in North Jersey glamping and picnic party specialist Mega Celebrations for 10-year-old Carter's big day. Photos on Amber Sabathia's Instagram account show Carter's Beyblades-themed party featured a fully-furnished tent adorned with balloons, a customized cake and more. Mega Celebrations put together a similar setup for CC's birthday last month. The Sabathia family moved to Alpine from California in 2009. Their sprawling 1…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack, NJ
Your Community
Here's Where You Can Watch Fourth Of July Fireworks In Bergen County Here's Where You Can Watch Fourth Of July Fireworks In Bergen County Here's Where You Can Watch Fourth Of July Fireworks In Bergen County
Here's Where You Can Watch Fourth Of July Fireworks In Bergen County The Fourth of July would not be complete without fireworks. Here is a complete list of where you can catch them in Bergen and Passaic counties. DID WE MISS ONE? EMAIL [email protected] Bergen County: Allendale: July 4, Crestwood Lake @ 7:30 p.m.; Rain date July 7 Edgewater: June 30, Veterans Field @ 9:15 p.m.; Rain date July 1 Englewood: June 27, Dwight Morrow High School Lawn @ 7 to 10 p.m.  Fair Lawn: June 28, Memorial Park at Berdan Avenue and First Street @ 7 p.m.; Rain date July 5 Garfield: July 3, 20th Century Park Field Elizabeth Street off Midland Avenue @ 7 p.m.; Rain date J…

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by Cecilia Levine