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Mom Killed In Fiery I-81 PA Pileup Left Daughter; Trucker Admitted Speeding: Affidavit A mother killed in a fiery seven-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 left behind a daughter, and the truck driver charged in her death admitted speeding before the collision, according to a fundraiser and court documents. Jessica Moore, 36, of Newville, died in the crash Friday morning, Oct. 23, Cumberland County Coroner Charley Hall confirmed. David Rodis Lynn III, 43, of Round Rock, Texas, faces homicide by vehicle, aggravated assault by vehicle, recklessly endangering another person, and summary driving charges, according to court records. Daily Voice obtained court documents on Wednesday, O…

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PA Firefighter, Marine Dies At 22, Leaving Family Heartbroken A Pennsylvania firefighter and Marine has died at just 22 years old, leaving his mother mourning her son and urging young people to value every day. Lance Cpl. Andrew F. Omstead, who had ties to Myerstown, Lebanon County, and served with Frystown Fire Company, died following a crash in Jacksonville, North Carolina, on Sunday, Oct. 25, authorities said. “2nd Marine Logistics Group is deeply saddened by the death of Lance Cpl. Andrew F. Omstead following a fatal off-base accident on October 25, 2026,” said Gunnery Sgt. Caitlin Brink, of the group’s Communication Strategy and Operations office…

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Granddaughter Goes On Cruise With Money Stolen From PA Grandma: Affidavit Granddaughter Goes On Cruise With Money Stolen From PA Grandma: Affidavit Granddaughter Goes On Cruise With Money Stolen From PA Grandma: Affidavit
Granddaughter Goes On Cruise With Money Stolen From PA Grandma: Affidavit A woman stole more than $82,000 from the sale of her grandmother’s Pennsylvania home and spent some of it on a cruise and a new home, investigators said. Jacquelyn Sams, 58, of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, was arraigned on felony theft and forgery charges on Monday, Oct. 26, according to court documents Daily Voice obtained on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Sams was designated as an agent through a power of attorney and received two checks during the April 2, 2025, settlement for her grandmother’s home on Emerald Street in Harrisburg, investigators said. She forged a signature and endorsed both checks for …

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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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Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Pennsylvania Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Pennsylvania Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Pennsylvania
Child Rescued After Falling Into Septic Pipe In Pennsylvania A young child was rescued after falling into a septic pipe in Penny on Tuesday evening, Oct. 27, according to a dispatch and officials. Emergency crews responded to the 300 block of Snyder Avenue in West Goshen Township, Chester County where a 5:22 p.m. dispatch entry reported a conscious 3-year-old trapped in a septic pipe approximately 16 inches wide. Officials described the child as between 3 and 4 years old and said the child had fallen approximately one foot into the pipe. The County Rescue Task Force was dispatched, and township assistance was requested for a backhoe and pump truck, …

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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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‘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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Conservative Influencers Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Conservative Influencers Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Conservative Influencers Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt
Conservative Influencers Charged In Minnesota Voting Stunt Two conservative influencers said they were putting Minnesota's voter vouching law to an extreme test when they dressed in Muslim-style clothing, adopted fake accents, and filmed themselves at polling places. But after reviewing videos of the stunt, prosecutors said the pair had violated state election laws and charged both with felonies. James Edward O'Keefe, 42, who grew up in Westwood, NJ, and Cam Higby, 26, of Gouverneur, NY, were each charged with felony unlawful voting and identity theft on Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced. The charges stem from the …

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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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Hospital Worker Struck In Face By PA Woman: Police Hospital Worker Struck In Face By PA Woman: Police Hospital Worker Struck In Face By PA Woman: Police
Hospital Worker Struck In Face By PA Woman: Police A woman struck a health care worker in the face at a Pennsylvania hospital, police announced on Monday, Oct. 26. Tataityanna Mati Harris, 23, of Harrisburg was arrested following the assault at WellSpan Hospital, 169 Martin Avenue in Ephrata Borough, police said. Officers responded at 11:17 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, after the assault was reported. They interviewed the health care worker and reviewed hospital security footage, which showed Harris striking the worker in the face, according to the Ephrata Police Department. Harris was charged with one count of second-degree felony aggravated assa…

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Horse Flees After Minivan Hits Carriage, Sending It Into Pole In Pennsylvania: State Police Horse Flees After Minivan Hits Carriage, Sending It Into Pole In Pennsylvania: State Police Horse Flees After Minivan Hits Carriage, Sending It Into Pole In Pennsylvania: State Police
Horse Flees After Minivan Hits Carriage, Sending It Into Pole In Pennsylvania: State Police A horse fled after a minivan rear-ended a horse-drawn carriage, sending it into a utility pole and leaving its 85-year-old operator injured on Monday, Oct. 12, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday, Oct. 27. Both vehicles were traveling east on White Oak Road in Strasburg Township when the crash happened in front of 2670 White Oak Road shortly after noon, according to PA State Police. Jeffrey J. Doll, 64, of Quarryville, was driving a black 2012 minivan when he struck the rear of the carriage, police said. The impact caused the horse to panic, pulling the carriage into a utility po…

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Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify
Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Millions of Americans who purchased certain generic prescription drugs could qualify for payouts from more than $530 million in settlements. Several major drug manufacturers agreed to settle class-action lawsuits accusing them of violating antitrust and consumer protection laws by working together to raise prescription drug prices. The settlements involve Apotex and Heritage, Sandoz, and Sun/Taro, USA Today reported. Consumers and third-party payers may qualify if they purchased certain generic medications in the US between Friday, May 1, 2009, and Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. The set…

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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States
Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States A butter product is under recall, giving shoppers a reason to check what is tucked inside their refrigerators and freezers. The recall covers Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, according to an FDA enforcement report. The agency lists yeast, mold, and E. coli as the reason. Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., based in Boise, Idaho, voluntarily initiated the recall Friday, Sept. 11. The FDA classified it as Class II on Friday, Oct. 23, and lists its status as ongoing. The affected product was distributed in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana,…

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7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion
7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven is adding a Korean-inspired food menu as the convenience store chain tries to attract more customers. The company announced its new "Flavors of Korea" lineup in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The menu includes several new items at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide. The new offerings include 10 spicy chicken dumplings for $5 and eight boneless wings for $5 coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze. A Korean barbecue pizza is also being introduced with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, carrots, garlic, green onions, cheese, and barbecue sa…

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Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise
Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart is offering a Thanksgiving meal that it claims can feed 10 people for just $35 as families continue facing higher grocery prices. The retail giant is bringing back its Holiday Meal Basket with 26 items for $3.50 per person, Walmart announced in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Walmart said the 2026 basket has 18% more items and costs 12% less than the same items did in 2025. The meal includes a Butterball turkey that costs 97 cents per pound. Families can also prepare several traditional holiday dishes, including stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, gree…

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Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify
Deadline Approaching For Claims In $533M Prescription Drug Settlements: See If You Qualify Millions of Americans who purchased certain generic prescription drugs could qualify for payouts from more than $530 million in settlements. Several major drug manufacturers agreed to settle class-action lawsuits accusing them of violating antitrust and consumer protection laws by working together to raise prescription drug prices. The settlements involve Apotex and Heritage, Sandoz, and Sun/Taro, USA Today reported. Consumers and third-party payers may qualify if they purchased certain generic medications in the US between Friday, May 1, 2009, and Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. The set…

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Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise
Costco Offering Discounted Thanksgiving Dinner As Holiday Costs Rise Costco is offering a complete Thanksgiving dinner for eight people at a discounted price as families navigate rising costs before the holidays. The warehouse retailer is selling its Fortune Gourmet Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for $199.99, down from its regular price of $269.99. The online-only meal includes about 30 pounds of food, with shipping included. The $70 discount is available through Monday, Nov. 30, while supplies last. "We've made Thanksgiving much easier for you and your family with this bundle," Costco said on its website. "You'll get a turkey breast that is pre-brined and read…

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Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States
Popular Butter Brand Faces Recall Across 10 States A butter product is under recall, giving shoppers a reason to check what is tucked inside their refrigerators and freezers. The recall covers Miyoko’s Creamery European Style Salted Plant Milk Butter, according to an FDA enforcement report. The agency lists yeast, mold, and E. coli as the reason. Prosperity Organic Foods Inc., based in Boise, Idaho, voluntarily initiated the recall Friday, Sept. 11. The FDA classified it as Class II on Friday, Oct. 23, and lists its status as ongoing. The affected product was distributed in 10 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana,…

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7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion
7-Eleven Launching Several New Foods In Major Menu Expansion 7-Eleven is adding a Korean-inspired food menu as the convenience store chain tries to attract more customers. The company announced its new "Flavors of Korea" lineup in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The menu includes several new items at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores nationwide. The new offerings include 10 spicy chicken dumplings for $5 and eight boneless wings for $5 coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze. A Korean barbecue pizza is also being introduced with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, carrots, garlic, green onions, cheese, and barbecue sa…

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Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise
Walmart Unveils Huge Thanksgiving Meal Deal As Grocery Prices Rise Walmart is offering a Thanksgiving meal that it claims can feed 10 people for just $35 as families continue facing higher grocery prices. The retail giant is bringing back its Holiday Meal Basket with 26 items for $3.50 per person, Walmart announced in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Walmart said the 2026 basket has 18% more items and costs 12% less than the same items did in 2025. The meal includes a Butterball turkey that costs 97 cents per pound. Families can also prepare several traditional holiday dishes, including stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, gree…

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'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles 'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles 'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles
'Inside The NBA' Host Ernie Johnson Leaving After 37 Seasons, Reveals New Health Struggles One of the most recognizable voices in basketball is leaving "Inside the NBA" after hosting the iconic show for nearly four decades. Ernie Johnson said that the 2026-27 NBA season will be his last on the show. The 70-year-old made the announcement in an Instagram video on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Johnson called his departure "totally my decision." "I've always prided myself on my preparation, the hours I put in every day getting ready for the next show," he said. "I've always loved that part of my job, but I've always vowed that if that ever became more of a challenge than it is a joy…

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203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs 203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs 203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs
203 Passengers Stranded After US Cruise Ship Ends Global Voyage Due To Fuel Costs More than 200 passengers have been left stranded after a residential cruise halted its global voyage, turning a floating-home dream into an uncertain search for somewhere to stay. The Villa Vie Odyssey is docked in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. Its Florida-based operator, Villa Vie Residences, announced the suspension Tuesday, Oct. 27, citing fuel costs it said had become unsustainable. The 642-foot ship carried 203 passengers, predominantly Americans, and 156 crew members, according to NBC News. Those onboard have been instructed to disembark, with no confirmed date for the voyage to resume. F…

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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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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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Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise
Top Rock Songs Of 21st Century Ranked By Rolling Stone: No. 1 May Come As Surprise Rolling Stone has ranked the greatest rock songs of the 21st century, and its top pick may send listeners back to their playlists. The magazine’s 200-song ranking brings together guitar anthems, pop-punk hits, and even hip-hop, making room for very different definitions of rock. The winner is “Maps,” the Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ 2003 song, which places ahead of the White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army” and the Killers’ “Mr. Brightside.” Rolling Stone credits the New York trio’s enduring appeal on “Maps” to singer Karen O’s emotional vulnerability and Nick Zinner’s guitar work. The choice gives the to…

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