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Target Shoppers May Have Been Exposed To Measles In Pennsylvania, Health Officials Warn Target Shoppers May Have Been Exposed To Measles In Pennsylvania, Health Officials Warn Target Shoppers May Have Been Exposed To Measles In Pennsylvania, Health Officials Warn
Target Shoppers May Have Been Exposed To Measles In Pennsylvania, Health Officials Warn Shoppers at a Pennsylvania Target may have been exposed to measles, and unvaccinated people face the greatest risk of infection, state health officials warned. A person who tested positive for the highly contagious virus visited the Target at 1745 Quentin Road in Lebanon County on Friday, Oct. 23, potentially exposing others between 5 and 8 p.m., the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced Wednesday, Oct. 28. Anyone who was at the store during that window should check their vaccination status and monitor for symptoms, health officials said. The infected person was instructed to isolate…

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Fatal Motorcycle Crash Shuts Route 30 In Pennsylvania Fatal Motorcycle Crash Shuts Route 30 In Pennsylvania Fatal Motorcycle Crash Shuts Route 30 In Pennsylvania
Fatal Motorcycle Crash Shuts Route 30 In Pennsylvania A deadly crash involving a motorcycle and a sedan shut down both directions of Route 30 in Pennsylvania early Thursday, Oct. 29, emergency dispatchers said. The vehicles collided on Lincoln Highway/Route 30 near Simmontown Road in Salisbury Township, Lancaster County, around 3:53 a.m., dispatchers said. The Lancaster County Coroner’s Office confirmed it responded to the scene just before 4 a.m. Route 30 was closed between Mount Vernon Road and White Horse Road as several emergency units responded. The roadway has since reopened, according to 511PA. The identity of the person killed and de…

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Woman Struck By Vehicle In Pennsylvania Dies 8 Days Later, Coroner Says Woman Struck By Vehicle In Pennsylvania Dies 8 Days Later, Coroner Says Woman Struck By Vehicle In Pennsylvania Dies 8 Days Later, Coroner Says
Woman Struck By Vehicle In Pennsylvania Dies 8 Days Later, Coroner Says A woman died eight days after she was struck by a vehicle in Pennsylvania, authorities announced on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Mary A. Pavlik, 81 of Lehighton, was pronounced dead at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest at 11:05 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26, according to the Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio. Pavlik was a pedestrian when she was struck at the intersection of Iron and South Third streets in Lehighton Borough, Carbon County, at approximately 9:20 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18, Buglio said. Her cause of death was complications of multiple blunt force injuries, and the manner was ruled an acci…

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Man Takes Officer’s TASER, Grabs For Gun In PA Trail Struggle: Police Man Takes Officer’s TASER, Grabs For Gun In PA Trail Struggle: Police Man Takes Officer’s TASER, Grabs For Gun In PA Trail Struggle: Police
Man Takes Officer’s TASER, Grabs For Gun In PA Trail Struggle: Police A man took an officer’s TASER and tried to pull a service pistol from its holster during a struggle that injured two officers on a Pennsylvania trail, police announced Monday, Oct. 26. Dallas Whitt Anderson-James was taken into custody on the Montgomery County Cross County Trail near Barnes & Noble in Plymouth Township on Wednesday, Oct. 21, according to township police. The encounter came hours after officers were called to the 2000 block of Chemical Road at approximately 4:54 p.m. for a report that Anderson-James was repeatedly contacting a woman despite a valid protection from abuse …

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Man Killed In PA Motorcycle Crash, Police Say Man Killed In PA Motorcycle Crash, Police Say Man Killed In PA Motorcycle Crash, Police Say
Man Killed In PA Motorcycle Crash, Police Say A man was killed and a motorcyclist was hospitalized after a crash in Philadelphia on Wednesday evening, Oct. 28, police said. A 2020 dark gray Suzuki Hayabusa was traveling south on East Roosevelt Boulevard when it struck a man attempting to cross Bustleton Avenue at approximately 6:10 p.m., according to the preliminary investigation. Philadelphia Fire Department medics rushed the pedestrian to Albert Einstein Medical Center with severe injuries. Doctors pronounced him dead at approximately 6:46 p.m., police said. The man's identity remained unknown when police issued the release Wednesda…

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PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List
PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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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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Bucks Video Editor Turns Reality TV Into Murder Mystery With 'Dead Housewives Of Philadelphia' Bucks Video Editor Turns Reality TV Into Murder Mystery With 'Dead Housewives Of Philadelphia' Bucks Video Editor Turns Reality TV Into Murder Mystery With 'Dead Housewives Of Philadelphia'
Bucks Video Editor Turns Reality TV Into Murder Mystery With 'Dead Housewives Of Philadelphia' An award-winning writer who spent nine years working on some of the biggest fights on Bravo's "Real Housewives" franchises has found a new way to deal with the drama: killing off the housewives. Fictionally, of course. Timothy Hedden, a longtime reality television editor who worked on "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," "Atlanta," and "Potomac," has released his debut novel, "Dead Housewives of Philadelphia," a murder mystery inspired by his years behind the scenes. After watching thousands of hours of reality TV footage, Hedden decided writing a novel in which housewives get murdered wou…

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Striking CTE Rate Among Former NFL Players Who Died Revealed In New Study Striking CTE Rate Among Former NFL Players Who Died Revealed In New Study Striking CTE Rate Among Former NFL Players Who Died Revealed In New Study
Striking CTE Rate Among Former NFL Players Who Died Revealed In New Study A new study offers a sobering estimate of how common a degenerative brain disease was among former NFL players who died over a 16-year period. Researchers estimated that 74.5 percent of former players who died between January 2008 and December 2023 had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, according to the study published Wednesday, Oct. 28, in JAMA Network Open. The finding estimates how many had CTE when they died. It does not establish that CTE caused their deaths. CTE is associated with repeated head impacts and can currently be definitively diagnosed only through examination of br…

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Pennsylvania Woman Arrested In Long Island Massage Parlor Raid Pennsylvania Woman Arrested In Long Island Massage Parlor Raid Pennsylvania Woman Arrested In Long Island Massage Parlor Raid
Pennsylvania Woman Arrested In Long Island Massage Parlor Raid A Pennsylvania woman and a New York woman were arrested during a Long Island massage parlor raid prompted by community complaints on Wednesday, Oct. 28, Suffolk County police said. Xiaoqin Xu, 48, of Ambler, Montgomery County, and Cuiping Zhu, 42, of Flushing, Queens, were identified as the two employees arrested at the business at 294 East Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station, according to police. Second Precinct Crime Section officers investigated the massage parlor alongside the Town of Huntington Fire Marshal and Ordinance Inspector after receiving complaints from the community, polic…

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‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home ‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home ‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home
‘Ugh They Are Black’: Realtor’s Text Stuns Couple Arriving To Tour NYC Home A Black couple searching for a house in New York City received a stunning message from their realtor as they pulled up to see a home. “Ugh they are black," read the message that Lisa Renee Olaso and her fiancé, Cyril Christopher, said they received while arriving at a home in Flushing, Queens, on June 20. They were checking out a potential new home and were just stepping out of their car when the message from their real estate agent flashed across their phone, Olaso said. “I have never in my life had tears come out of my eyes so fast,” Olaso told Daily Voice. “I have never cried like …

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‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In PA Crash, 54 ‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In PA Crash, 54 ‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In PA Crash, 54
‘Daily Show’ Writer, Obama Speechwriter Kevin Bleyer Killed In PA Crash, 54 A four-time Emmy-winning “Daily Show” writer who also penned jokes for former President Barack Obama was killed in a Pennsylvania car crash, his family announced on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Kevin Bleyer, 54, was driving on a rural road in Millrift, Pike County, where he had a home, when the crash happened on Sunday, Oct. 25, his publicist told The Hollywood Reporter. No one else was hurt. His wife, Nella Vera, remembered him as her “soulmate” and “partner in crime” in a heartbreaking tribute shared on his Facebook page. “He had many public accomplishments and awards throughout his long and succes…

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17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers 17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers 17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers
17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers About 375,000 space heaters sold across North America are being recalled after more than a dozen caught fire. DREO issued the recall for its DR-HSH015 electric space heaters, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. About 338,800 heaters were sold in the US, with another 36,300 sold in Canada. The heaters can overheat and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. DREO received 17 reports of heaters catching fire, including three incidents involving property damage and one burn injury to a person's hand, according to the CPSC. The black ceramic heaters …

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Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning
Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning A seafood recall is prompting an urgent warning for shoppers: The fish could pose a life-threatening risk even if it looks and smells normal. Haifa Smoked Fish, based in Queens, New York, is recalling approximately 560 pounds of cold smoked sprats because of potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, according to its announcement posted by the FDA. The bacterium can cause botulism, a potentially fatal illness. The recall includes all lots, and the company initiated it Tuesday, Oct. 27. The fish went to retailers, restaurants, wholesalers, and food service customers in New York, Ne…

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Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey
Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey A new survey from Campbell's reveals which side dishes are the nation's favorites as Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Camden, New Jersey-based food company released its annual State of the Sides Report on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The survey found that Americans are planning to serve more Thanksgiving side dishes in 2026, with many preferring them over turkey. According to Campbell's, the five most popular Thanksgiving side dishes are: Green bean casserole Mac & cheese Yams or sweet potatoes Mashed potatoes Stuffing or dressing Green bean casserole remains a holiday favorite, …

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Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know
Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Portable chargers sold on Amazon are being recalled after hundreds of reports of fires and overheating, including several burn injuries. The recall affects about 11,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks sold by Mitrytech, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The black chargers have "20W" printed on the front and "Model: W5 PRO" printed on the side. Only devices without an eight-digit date code printed on the side are affected. Mitrytech has received 600 report…

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DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change
DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash is buying Instacart in a $17 billion deal, uniting two major brands for on-demand deliveries of groceries, meals, and other everyday essentials. The two delivery companies announced the agreement in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 29. DoorDash will pay $65 per share to acquire Instacart, with the deal expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028. DoorDash expects to keep Instacart's name and app after the acquisition. Both companies will continue operating separately until the deal is finalized. Instacart customers could gain access to more than 50,000 additional stores…

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17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers 17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers 17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers
17 Fires Prompt Urgent Recall Of Space Heaters Sold At Major Retailers About 375,000 space heaters sold across North America are being recalled after more than a dozen caught fire. DREO issued the recall for its DR-HSH015 electric space heaters, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. About 338,800 heaters were sold in the US, with another 36,300 sold in Canada. The heaters can overheat and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. DREO received 17 reports of heaters catching fire, including three incidents involving property damage and one burn injury to a person's hand, according to the CPSC. The black ceramic heaters …

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Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning
Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning A seafood recall is prompting an urgent warning for shoppers: The fish could pose a life-threatening risk even if it looks and smells normal. Haifa Smoked Fish, based in Queens, New York, is recalling approximately 560 pounds of cold smoked sprats because of potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, according to its announcement posted by the FDA. The bacterium can cause botulism, a potentially fatal illness. The recall includes all lots, and the company initiated it Tuesday, Oct. 27. The fish went to retailers, restaurants, wholesalers, and food service customers in New York, Ne…

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Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey
Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey A new survey from Campbell's reveals which side dishes are the nation's favorites as Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Camden, New Jersey-based food company released its annual State of the Sides Report on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The survey found that Americans are planning to serve more Thanksgiving side dishes in 2026, with many preferring them over turkey. According to Campbell's, the five most popular Thanksgiving side dishes are: Green bean casserole Mac & cheese Yams or sweet potatoes Mashed potatoes Stuffing or dressing Green bean casserole remains a holiday favorite, …

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Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know
Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Portable chargers sold on Amazon are being recalled after hundreds of reports of fires and overheating, including several burn injuries. The recall affects about 11,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks sold by Mitrytech, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The black chargers have "20W" printed on the front and "Model: W5 PRO" printed on the side. Only devices without an eight-digit date code printed on the side are affected. Mitrytech has received 600 report…

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DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change
DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash is buying Instacart in a $17 billion deal, uniting two major brands for on-demand deliveries of groceries, meals, and other everyday essentials. The two delivery companies announced the agreement in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 29. DoorDash will pay $65 per share to acquire Instacart, with the deal expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028. DoorDash expects to keep Instacart's name and app after the acquisition. Both companies will continue operating separately until the deal is finalized. Instacart customers could gain access to more than 50,000 additional stores…

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Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day
Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day The clock change is almost here, and familiar routines could suddenly look very different outside your window. Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 1, when clocks across most of the US turn back from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. local time, according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Both sunrise and sunset will shift about an hour earlier by the clock. That brings more morning light, but less daylight for errands, outdoor activities, and the trip home from work. AccuWeather says New York City, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and Seattle will all see sunset before 5 p.m. Sunday. F…

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Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood
Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Elke Sommer, the international screen star who brought glamour and comedy to the “Pink Panther” film series, has died, according to multiple reports. The Golden Globe winner died Wednesday, Oct. 28, at her home in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles after an extended period of declining health. She was 85. The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline reported her death. Sommer starred opposite Peter Sellers in “A Shot in the Dark,” the 1964 sequel to “The Pink Panther.” The role became one of her best-known performances in a career that spanned American and European cinema. She also appeared al…

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How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research
How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research Losing a paycheck could leave many workers facing a financial squeeze before they find a suitable replacement job, new Monster research suggests. Only 39 percent of employed adults surveyed said they could maintain their current standard of living for at least three months after losing their primary source of income. The findings come from the Monster Research Institute’s Q3 Monster Livelihood Index, which measures workers’ perceptions of their financial resilience and career options. The survey also found that fewer than half, 48 percent, felt confident they could find another job meeting…

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Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park
Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park A zookeeper has died after being attacked by a leopard at a safari park where she worked for nearly 40 years. The woman died on Tuesday, Oct. 27, after suffering serious injuries at Beekse Bergen Safari Park in Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands, the park announced in an Instagram post. The attack happened on Saturday, Oct. 24, while she was working inside an enclosure with two male Persian leopards. The unidentified zookeeper was alone when she suffered severe injuries to her head and neck, Dutch public broadcaster NOS reported. Despite her injuries, she managed to alert coworkers using a walk…

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Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report
Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report A famous vacation destination can come with a premium price, but a new comparison identifies alternatives that could deliver a similar getaway for considerably less. Duel.com’s October report compared 16 well-known destinations with lower-cost counterparts and estimated daily spending for one adult. Maiori, Italy, led the comparison by percentage savings. Breckenridge, Colorado, offered the largest dollar reduction among the destination pairs. The analysis priced well-reviewed three- or four-star hotels on identical dates within each pair. Food and drink estimates used a fixed basket of me…

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