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Get Paid $31K+ To Eat Pizza Hut As Taste-Tester: Here's How Get Paid $31K+ To Eat Pizza Hut As Taste-Tester: Here's How
Get Paid $31K+ To Eat Pizza Hut As Taste-Tester: Here's How Pizza Hut is offering a paycheck for something many people already do for free: eating pizza crust. The chain is looking for a "Hut Crust Connoisseur" to taste, test, and review its new crust flavors as part of a promotional hiring campaign. The role comes with a $31,415.92 salary, the first seven digits of the mathematical constant pi, in celebration of National Pi Day on Saturday, March 14. The Hut Crust Connoisseur will also receive a year of free pizza and official bragging rights as the company's crust reviewer. "You eat your crust," Pizza Hut's job listing says.&n…
Convicted Felon Shoots Self In Wendy's Drive-Thru In Orange County, Caught On Gun Charge: Cops Convicted Felon Shoots Self In Wendy's Drive-Thru In Orange County, Caught On Gun Charge: Cops
Convicted Felon Shoots Self In Wendy's Drive-Thru In Orange County, Caught On Gun Charge: Cops A man on parole in Pennsylvania is accused of lying to police about being robbed after allegedly shooting himself with an illegal gun inside his car at a Wendy's drive-thru in the Hudson Valley, NY, authorities said. The events leading to the arrest began in Orange County just after midnight on Wednesday, July 23, when the Town of Wallkill Police Department contacted Middletown Police about a reported armed robbery and shooting on Phillips Street in Middletown, the Middletown Police Department said in an announcement on Friday, Aug. 8.  Police said the alleged victim, 39-year-old Terry…
Oreo, Reese's Thrill Fans With New Crossover Snacks: When You Can Get Them Oreo, Reese's Thrill Fans With New Crossover Snacks: When You Can Get Them
Oreo, Reese's Thrill Fans With New Crossover Snacks: When You Can Get Them After years of hints, hacks, and wishful thinking, two of the country's most iconic snacks are making things official. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Oreo announced a long-awaited collaboration on Wednesday, July 30. Candy and cookie fans will soon enjoy two new products combining the widely popular chocolate and peanut butter treats. The Reese's Oreo Cup and the Oreo Reese's Cookie will have their "hard launch" on Tuesday, Sept. 2. "When we heard the incredible demand for a Reese's and Oreo mashup, we knew we had to make magic happen," said Dan Mohnshine, the vice president of US con…
Wendy's Newest Meal Takes Dark Turn With Wednesday Addams: See What's In It Wendy's Newest Meal Takes Dark Turn With Wednesday Addams: See What's In It
Wendy's Newest Meal Takes Dark Turn With Wednesday Addams: See What's In It It's a collaboration of dreams (or nightmares, really) for fans of a hit Netflix show. Wendy's is releasing a "Meal of Misfortune," themed after the mysterious comedy "Wednesday." The meals will be available in US restaurants on Monday, Aug. 4. The show starring Jenna Ortega features Wednesday Addams, a character originally from the classic sitcom "The Addams Family." Part one of the second season debuts on Wednesday, Aug. 6. The limited-time meal includes "Rest in 10-Piece" chicken nuggets, small "Cursed & Crispy" french fries, two mystery "Dips of Dread" sauces, and a cherr…
Snack Wrap Hype Boosts McDonald's Sales After Slump, New Data Shows Snack Wrap Hype Boosts McDonald's Sales After Slump, New Data Shows
Snack Wrap Hype Boosts McDonald's Sales After Slump, New Data Shows The return of the McDonald's Snack Wrap has spiced things up for the chain after it suffered a sharp sales decline as Americans cut back on restaurant spending. The snack wrap returned to US menus on Thursday, July 10. On that day, McDonald's saw a 15% jump in foot traffic compared to an average day in 2025, and an 11.4% jump compared to a typical Thursday, according to Placer.ai. The surge continued into the weekend, with a 22.3% traffic rise on Friday, July 11, compared to an average 2025 day. "After nine years of pent-up demand, fans showed up in full force to celebrate the re…
10 Worst Fast-Food Meals For Your Waistline: Does Your Favorite Make The List? 10 Worst Fast-Food Meals For Your Waistline: Does Your Favorite Make The List?
10 Worst Fast-Food Meals For Your Waistline: Does Your Favorite Make The List? Fast food might feel like a lifesaver. It’s quick, cheap (well, it used to be), and just a drive-thru away. Whether you’re running late for work or feeding a car full of hungry kids, there’s a certain kind of comfort in knowing a burger and fries are accessible and close. But that convenience comes at a cost, and not just to your wallet. Behind the bright menus and friendly slogans are meals packed with calories, sodium, sugar, and fat, often more than your body needs in an entire day. And it’s not always obvious. What looks like a “regular combo” might be pushing 2,000 calories before desse…
McDonald's Snack Wraps Return, Fast-Food Rivals Heat Up 'Wrap Battle': What To Know McDonald's Snack Wraps Return, Fast-Food Rivals Heat Up 'Wrap Battle': What To Know
McDonald's Snack Wraps Return, Fast-Food Rivals Heat Up 'Wrap Battle': What To Know One summer after Kendrick Lamar and Drake's intense rap feud, a new "wrap" battle has emerged. The McDonald's Snack Wrap has officially returned to US menus on Thursday, July 10. Fans have been eagerly waiting for its comeback after it was removed from many domestic restaurants in 2016. The wrap, which puts chicken breast, lettuce, cheese, and sauce inside a soft flour tortilla, first debuted in 2006, according to Food Network. Several versions were introduced over the years before it was discontinued. While some locations kept the McDonald's Snack Wrap on the menu, it finally disappeared …
CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity' CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity'
CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-a-lifetime Opportunity' The CEO of Wendy's is ditching hamburgers for chocolate as he agrees to be in charge of Hershey's. Kirk Tanner will take over as CEO of The Hershey Company on Monday, Aug. 18, the chocolate giant announced on Tuesday, July 8. The former PepsiCo executive will replace longtime leader Michele Buck, who will stay on in a senior advisory role during the transition. Tanner will leave his president and CEO position with Wendy's on Friday, July 18. "I am truly honored to be chosen as the next leader of a company I've long admired," Tanner said. "Throughout my career, I've remained …
Wendy's, Takis Spice Up Summer With Fiery New Meal: Here's What's In It Wendy's, Takis Spice Up Summer With Fiery New Meal: Here's What's In It
Wendy's, Takis Spice Up Summer With Fiery New Meal: Here's What's In It Wendy's is cranking up the heat at the start of summer. The fast-food chain is teaming up with Takis, a spicy brand of rolled tortilla chips. Starting Friday, June 20, customers can buy the limited-time Takis Fuego Meal, which combines Wendy's spicy chicken with the crunch and kick of Takis chips. The new meal includes the Takis Fuego Chicken Sandwich, a spicy filet topped with crushed Takis Fuego chips, chili lime sauce, creamy corn spread, and cheddar cheese sauce. The meal also has classic Wendy's fries tossed in chili lime seasoning and served in a special tear-away bag. Customers…
McDonald's Snack Wrap Return Date Finally Revealed: Here's When It's Back McDonald's Snack Wrap Return Date Finally Revealed: Here's When It's Back
McDonald's Snack Wrap Return Date Finally Revealed: Here's When It's Back After years of impatiently waiting, McDonald's fans will finally be able to eat the chain's beloved snack wraps once again. McDonald's will officially bring its snack wrap back to US menus on Thursday, July 10. The company announced the highly anticipated return in a news release on Tuesday, June 3. The Chicago-based chain's announcement was an homage to NBA legend Michael Jordan's famous 1995 fax announcing his return to basketball: "CHICAGO (June 3, 2025) – The following statement was released today by Joe Erlinger, President of McDonald's USA, in response to questions about th…
Popeyes Unveils New Snack Wraps As Fast-Food Chicken Wars Heat Up Popeyes Unveils New Snack Wraps As Fast-Food Chicken Wars Heat Up
Popeyes Unveils New Snack Wraps As Fast-Food Chicken Wars Heat Up McDonald's is falling behind in the snack wrap race to a company known for cooking up very popular chicken. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen announced the launch of its new chicken snack wraps on Monday, June 2. The $3.99 wraps will come with Popeyes' hand-breaded chicken tenders in either a classic, spicy, or honey mustard spread. The limited-time wrap also includes lettuce, shredded cheese, and crunchy pickles. The snack is wrapped in a tortilla inspired by the fast-food chain's famous biscuits. The move puts Popeyes in direct competition with Burger King and Wendy's, which added snack wra…
25-Cent Burgers Now Available At Wendy’s: Here’s How Long 25-Cent Burgers Now Available At Wendy’s: Here’s How Long
25-Cent Burgers Now Available At Wendy’s: Here’s How Long Wendy’s is kicking off 2025 with a celebration that extends well beyond the New Year.  The burger chain is offering its iconic Dave’s Single for just 25 cents as part of a special promotion running through Sunday, March 2, in partnership with Grubhub. The promotion began on Thursday, Jan. 9. How To Get It Here’s how customers can snag this unbeatable price: Place an order of $20 or more (before tax, tip, and fees) through Grubhub. Add a Dave’s Single to the order. The burger’s price will automatically drop to 25 cents at checkout once the requirements are met. Additional Promotions…
Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide
Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide Wendy’s has started planned closures of 140 restaurants across the US. The closures are part of a strategic effort to streamline operations and focus on more profitable locations amid rising operational costs and stiff competition. Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner said the restaurant selected for closure are “outdated and located in underperforming areas,” according to CEO Today. The closures are expected to end by year's end. Two Ohio locations were among the first to close, according to the Dayton Daily News. Other locations of scheduled closures have not been released. Customers voiced frustr…
21 Wendy's Violated Rights Of Nearly 100 Children Workers, PA Labor & Industry Says 21 Wendy's Violated Rights Of Nearly 100 Children Workers, PA Labor & Industry Says
21 Wendy's Violated Rights Of Nearly 100 Children Workers, PA Labor & Industry Says A Wendy's franchisee in the Philadelphia suburbs is on the hook for a $300,000 fine after the state Department of Labor and Industry (L&I) says they violated the rights of dozens of child employees.  GCWen Management, which operates 21 Wendy's locations across Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery counties, was cited for 766 violations of the Pennsylvania Child Labor Act in 2023, officials said.  According to L&I, GCWen failed to provide lawfully required breaks to more than 80 minors on the payroll.  The franchisee also violated the number of hours that children can l…
Mount Joy Felon Going 120 MPH Hits Wendy's Fleeing State Police Mount Joy Felon Going 120 MPH Hits Wendy's Fleeing State Police
Mount Joy Felon Going 120 MPH Hits Wendy's Fleeing State Police  A convicted felon fleeing from Pennsylvania State Police has been hospitalized after slamming into a Wendy's going 120 miles per hour, Trooper Megan Frazer explained in a release on Wednesday afternoon.  Steven Ray Custer, 26,  of Mount Joy, was riding a motorcycle on Fruitville Pike and Petersburg Road in Manheim Township at 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 9, when PSP Lancaster Troopers attempted a traffic stop for "traffic violations," as stated in the release.  As Custer sped off at ever-increasing mph, troopers pursued him along Greystone Road, East Petersburg Township, accordin…
Wendy's Workers Beaten, Held At Gunpoint In Northeast Philly Robbery: Police Wendy's Workers Beaten, Held At Gunpoint In Northeast Philly Robbery: Police
Wendy's Workers Beaten, Held At Gunpoint In Northeast Philly Robbery: Police An armed thief terrorized the staff at a Northeast Philadelphia Wendy's during a stickup early Wednesday morning, city police told Daily Voice.  It happened at the 901 Cottman Avenue location just before 2 a.m., authorities said.  The gunman walked up to an assistant manager outside, struck her in the face with a pistol, and forced her into the store, according to investigators.  Inside, he pistol-whipped the 25-year-old again and held all the employees at gunpoint but was not able to open the restaurant's safe, police said.  He ran east on Cottman Avenue and is still …
Philadelphia's Favorite Square Pizza Arrives In Central PA Philadelphia's Favorite Square Pizza Arrives In Central PA
Philadelphia's Favorite Square Pizza Arrives In Central PA Philadelphia's famous square pizza, a Santucci’s original, is officially in Central Pennsylvania.  After months of planning, Stacey and DJ Fox, along with their lovely daughters 13-year-old Kensie and 10-year-old Charlee, have opened their very own Santucci's Pizza franchise at 5235 Simpson Ferry Road in Hampden Township on Monday, Aug. 21. The Fox family renovated the former Wendy's and transformed it into the latest branch of the Sicilian-style pizza chain.  This is the first store outside of the Philadelphia and New Jersey area since the company began with Joseph and…
Louisiana Woman Accused Of Using 'Ghost' Wendy's Employee To Steal $20K In PA Turns Herself In Louisiana Woman Accused Of Using 'Ghost' Wendy's Employee To Steal $20K In PA Turns Herself In
Louisiana Woman Accused Of Using 'Ghost' Wendy's Employee To Steal $20K In PA Turns Herself In UPDATE: Linda Johnson turned herself over to authorities in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. She was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Miller and released on $2,500 unsecured bail, according to police.  Additional information was unavailable as of Tuesday afternoon. ORIGINAL: A Louisiana woman is wanted for stealing approximately $20,000 — using the fake identity of a Wendy's employee in Pennsylvania that she created, authorities announced on Thursday, July 20, 2023.  Linda Nicole Johnson, of Monroe, LA, is wanted by police in Manheim Township for the thefts.…
Bucks Wendy's Employee Who Stabbed Coworker To Death Gets Sentenced Bucks Wendy's Employee Who Stabbed Coworker To Death Gets Sentenced
Bucks Wendy's Employee Who Stabbed Coworker To Death Gets Sentenced The one-time Wendy's employee convicted of stabbing his coworker to death in a Bensalem parking lot will spend the rest of his life behind bars, a Bucks County judge has ruled.  Dominique Harris, 31, of Philadelphia, received a mandatory life sentence without parole on Thursday, June 1, District Attorney Matthew Weintraub's Office announced in a statement.  He was convicted of first-degree murder and possessing an instrument of crime after two hours of jury deliberations in April, Daily Voice then reported.  At trial, jurors were told that Harris was employed at a Bensa…
Ex-Wendy's Employee Stabbed Former Co-Worker To Death, Bucks Jury Finds Ex-Wendy's Employee Stabbed Former Co-Worker To Death, Bucks Jury Finds
Ex-Wendy's Employee Stabbed Former Co-Worker To Death, Bucks Jury Finds A former Wendy's employee who was fired after getting in a fight with a coworker sought vengeance by stabbing his former colleague to death, a Bucks County jury has ruled.  Dominique Harris, 31, of Philadelphia, was convicted of first-degree murder and possessing an instrument of crime after two hours of jury deliberations, District Attorney Matthew Weintraub's Office said in a release.  Harris was employed at a Bensalem Wendy's until January 2022, when he was fired for fighting with co-worker Michael Pickens, prosecutors said.  Two months later, in the early morning hours o…
Arby's Indecent Exposure Incident Leads To DUI Driver's Arrest In Lehigh Valley: Police Arby's Indecent Exposure Incident Leads To DUI Driver's Arrest In Lehigh Valley: Police
Arby's Indecent Exposure Incident Leads To DUI Driver's Arrest In Lehigh Valley: Police A DUI Pennsylvania man who tried getting into a closed Arby's restaurant was arrested after urinating in the parking lot where he exposed himself, police said. Charles J. Visaggi was unsteady on his feet, was slurring his speech and seemed disoriented while trying to gain entry into the Arby's in Wind Gap last December, local police said. Slate Belt Regional Police officers found Visaggi at a nearby Wendy's operating a vehicle, authorities said. Visaggi, displaying signs of impairment, was found to be incapable of safely operating a motor vehicle, according to police. He was taken int…
Prank Caller Sends SWAT Team To Reading Wendy's Prank Caller Sends SWAT Team To Reading Wendy's
Prank Caller Sends SWAT Team To Reading Wendy's Police in Berks County left Wendy's empty-handed this weekend.  A SWAT team in Reading was deployed to the fast food restaurant at 930 Lancaster Avenue at about 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25, the department said.  Emergency dispatchers had been told that a suspect was "hiding in a dumpster, possibly armed," police said. But when officers searched the bin, they said they found nothing of note.  "All information leads to a swatting call originating from an internet number that originated out of state," Reading police explained. No injuries were reported.  "Swat…
Ex-Wendy's Employee Pulls Gun On Former Co-Workers In Mt. Joy, Police Say Ex-Wendy's Employee Pulls Gun On Former Co-Workers In Mt. Joy, Police Say
Ex-Wendy's Employee Pulls Gun On Former Co-Workers In Mt. Joy, Police Say A former Wendy's employee experiencing homelessness got into a fight with his former co-workers and pulled a gun, authorities say.  Julian Knight, 20, was arrested on Monday, Jan. 30, according to Northwest Regional police. On Sunday, Knight had gone to the restaurant where he used to work located at 1660 South Market Street/PA Route 230 in Mount Joy Township, and got into a "physical altercation with employees," allegedly pointed a gun at the workers before fleeing around 9:16 p.m., the police say.   Knight is also directly tied to an overnight burglary that happened o…
PA Mom Of Three Made Tragic Facebook Post The Day Before Crashing Into Tractor-Trailer On I-80 PA Mom Of Three Made Tragic Facebook Post The Day Before Crashing Into Tractor-Trailer On I-80
PA Mom Of Three Made Tragic Facebook Post The Day Before Crashing Into Tractor-Trailer On I-80 A 33-year-old woman who died in a crash into a tractor-trailer on Interstate 80 in Pennsylvania left a sad post on Facebook the day before she passed. Brandi Lynn Rapp, of Clarion, died from blunt force trauma injuries when the vehicle she was riding in collided with a tractor-trailer on Friday, Nov. 18, according to the Clearfield County coroner's office.  The crash happened on I-80 near DuBois during snowfall making the crash investigation take a bit longer and leaving the roadway closed for several hours, according to PennDOT. Rapp was a 2008 graduate of Keystone High School who worked…
Wendy's E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 100+ People: Report Wendy's E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 100+ People: Report
Wendy's E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 100+ People: Report The number of people sickened by an E. coli outbreak linked to Wendy's sandwiches continues to climb, the New York Post reports. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention initially said 37 people in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania were sickened from eating lettuce in the sandwiches, that number has since jumped to more than 100, the outlet said. Wendy's said it's taking precautions by throwing out and replacing the lettuce. More than 98 reports were received in Michigan for the month of August, compared to this time last year when the number was 20, the state's hea…
PA Man Stabbed Former Co-Worker Dead, Ran Him Over, Then Dumped Body At SEPTA Train Station: PD PA Man Stabbed Former Co-Worker Dead, Ran Him Over, Then Dumped Body At SEPTA Train Station: PD
PA Man Stabbed Former Co-Worker Dead, Ran Him Over, Then Dumped Body At SEPTA Train Station: PD A Philadelphia man stabbed his former co-worker dead, ran him over, then dumped his body at a SEPTA train station in Bucks County, authorities said. Dominique Harris, 30, was arrested Thursday, March 31 after Philadelphia police spotted his 2000 silver Infiniti near Broad Street and Hunting Park Avenue, they said. He was charged with homicide and possession of an instrument of crime. Harris ambushed Michael Pickens, 54, as he was taking out the trash at a Wendy's in Bensalem early Wednesday, March 30, Bensalem police said. Harris then chased him down the street with a knife before…
Woman Kills BF In 'Domestic Related' Shooting Outside Suburban Philly Wendy's: Police Woman Kills BF In 'Domestic Related' Shooting Outside Suburban Philly Wendy's: Police
Woman Kills BF In 'Domestic Related' Shooting Outside Suburban Philly Wendy's: Police A 30-year-old man was shot dead by his girlfriend in what police are calling a domestic dispute outside of a Suburban Philadelphia Wendy's on Monday, March 7, they said. Police found the unidentified man suffering gunshot wounds outside of the fast-food joint when they responded to the Huntingdon Valley Shopping Center on Huntingdon Pike around 8 p.m., Abington Police Deputy Chief Edward Quinn said. He was taken to an area hospital where he later died, police said. The woman, 32, was arrested at the scene and the gun was recovered, according to police. "The suspect and victim had been…
Volunteer PA Firefighter, Beloved Twin Dies After COVID Battle, 27 Volunteer PA Firefighter, Beloved Twin Dies After COVID Battle, 27
Volunteer PA Firefighter, Beloved Twin Dies After COVID Battle, 27 Volunteer firefighter and beloved twin Andrew Russell Werner died after battling COVID-19 on Saturday, Jan. 22. He was 27. Werner lived in Coopersburg and had worked at Wendy’s in Quakertown for the past three years, his obituary says. He was an assistant teacher for the Assumption BVM Catholic Church and had spent time volunteering with the Coopersburg Fire Co. and the Animals in Distress animal shelter, according to his memorial. Werner also attended Lehigh Carbon Community College from 2013 to 2017, his social media page says. More than $450 had been raised on GoFundMe as of …
FOUND! Missing NJ Student, 19, Safe And Sound, Taken To Hospital For Evaluation FOUND! Missing NJ Student, 19, Safe And Sound, Taken To Hospital For Evaluation
Found! Missing NJ Student, 19, Safe And Sound, Taken To Hospital For Evaluation UPDATE: Morgan Panzer, a 19-year-old Bergen Community College freshman from Nutley whose parents reported her missing on Wednesday, was found Friday evening in Clifton, a family member confirmed. "They found her in the Wendy's by the Clifton Commons," he told Daily Voice around 5:30 p.m. "She's OK. She heading to Clara Maas Medical Center (in Belleville).  "A huge shout out to the Nutley and Clifton police departments." It was a police officer's wife who spotted her, in fact. Morgan hadn't strayed far. Her father, Richard Panzer, had confirmed that Morgan was spotted at least twice on T…
FOUND! Missing NJ Student, 19, Safe And Sound FOUND! Missing NJ Student, 19, Safe And Sound
Found! Missing NJ Student, 19, Safe And Sound FOUND!! Morgan Panzer, a 19-year-old Bergen Community College freshman from Nutley whose parents reported her missing on Wednesday, was found Friday evening in Clifton, a family member confirmed. "They found her in the Wendy's by the Clifton Commons," he told Daily Voice around 5:30 p.m. "She's OK. She heading to Clara Maas Medical Center (in Belleville). "A huge shout out to the Nutley and Clifton police departments." It was a police officer's wife who spotted her, in fact. Morgan hadn't strayed far. Her father, Richard Panzer, had confirmed that Morgan was spotted at least twice o…
UPDATE: Missing NJ Student, 19, Found UPDATE: Missing NJ Student, 19, Found
Update: Missing NJ Student, 19, Found UPDATE: Morgan Panzer, a 19-year-old Bergen Community College freshman from Nutley whose parents reported her missing on Wednesday, was found Friday evening in Clifton, a family member confirmed. "They found her in the Wendy's by the Clifton Commons," he told Daily Voice around 5:30 p.m. "She's OK. She heading to Clara Maas Medical Center (in Belleville). "A huge shout out to the Nutley and Clifton police departments." It was a police officer's wife who spotted her, he said. Morgan hadn't strayed far. Her father, Richard Panzer, had confirmed that Morgan was spotted at least twice on Th…