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Yuengling Expands West: PA's Iconic Beer Now Available In Illinois Yuengling Expands West: PA's Iconic Beer Now Available In Illinois
Yuengling Expands West: PA's Iconic Beer Now Available In Illinois A classic Pennsylvania beer made by "America's Oldest Brewery" will now be available in a new state. Yuengling’s flagship brews became available on draft in Illinois on Monday, Jan. 27, the brewery said in a news release. The Pottsville company has remained family-owned and operated since 1829. After the draft rollout, Yuengling fans in Illinois will be able to buy cans and bottles in stores starting in early March. "On behalf of our entire Yuengling family, we are humbled by the devotion we've received from dedicated fans in Illinois that have been eagerly awaiting for Yuengling beer…
Canadian Airline Expands To LGA, Offering Daily Flights To Toronto Without Middle Seats Canadian Airline Expands To LGA, Offering Daily Flights To Toronto Without Middle Seats
Canadian Airline Expands To LGA, Offering Daily Flights To Toronto Without Middle Seats A Canadian airline will soon fly from LaGuardia Airport for the first time. Porter Airlines is expanding its presence in New York City with the launch of year-round service between LGA and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), the company said in a news release on Monday, Jan. 27. Porter will fly roundtrip up to three times daily starting on Thursday, May 1. The flights will be on 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 planes, featuring no middle seats, free high-speed WiFi, and complimentary beer and wine. "We have built a strong passenger base over more than 15 years for those travelling b…
New Eatery Opens Up Shop At Brewster Train Station New Eatery Opens Up Shop At Brewster Train Station
New Eatery Opens Up Shop At Brewster Train Station If you find your stomach growling while waiting for your train at one Hudson Valley station, a new restaurant is now open to help.  The Bagel Train Cafe at the Brewster Train Station in Putnam County announced its opening on social media on Tuesday, Jan. 14. The new eatery boasts a menu with plenty of bagel, salad, breakfast sandwich, and salad options. It also serves omelets, soups, and smoothie bowls, including the "Bagel Train Bowl" with granola, strawberry, banana, raspberry, blueberry, and coconut flakes.  Weary travelers who stop by the train station can also grab a beer or…
'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Local Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens In Woodland Park 'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Local Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens In Woodland Park
'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Local Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens In Woodland Park Blackjack Mulligan's Public House, a popular destination for food and drink enthusiasts across Bergen and Passaic counties, is expanding with the opening of its highly anticipated third location. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blackjack Mulligan’s Hawthorne 🍀 (@blackjacks_hawthorne) "The Wait Is OVER!" the pub said in breaking the news. The new Woodland Park spot will host a soft opening on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m., at 1145 McBride Avenue. It takes over the former McBride's space, which closed last July, and promises to bring…
'Fantastic Addition': New Seafood Joint Earning Praise Months After Opening In White Plains 'Fantastic Addition': New Seafood Joint Earning Praise Months After Opening In White Plains
'Fantastic Addition': New Seafood Joint Earning Praise Months After Opening In White Plains Months after opening, a new seafood restaurant in Westchester is becoming a hit among patrons from across the region.  Coral Seafood Restaurant, located in White Plains at 19 Court St., opened in early July and became the chain's second locale in Westchester until its sister location in Baldwin Place burned down in June.  The eatery specializes in raw bar items; lobster; main dishes like salmon steak, swordfish, and red snapper; and stuffed shrimp.  A highlight of the dinner menu is the "Coral Specialty," which includes stuffed clams, stuffed shrimp, lobster tail, salmon, an…
'Special, Joyful, Welcoming' Worcester Brewery, Taproom Closing After 6 Years 'Special, Joyful, Welcoming' Worcester Brewery, Taproom Closing After 6 Years
'Special, Joyful, Welcoming' Worcester Brewery, Taproom Closing After 6 Years A staple of Massachusetts’ booming brewery scene announced it will turn the taps off at the end of the month. Redemption Rock Brewery in Worcester shared on Facebook that its last day will be Sunday, Dec. 29. “Despite our best efforts, we simply haven’t been able to grow the business enough to remain open. And we’ve run out of time,” the 333 Shrewsbury St. taproom and brewery wrote in the post. The owners thanked the community for its support and for making Redemption Rock a part of their lives. They credited the brewery’s success to its loyal patrons, small business partners, and employee…
New Update: Man Accused Of Smashing Door, Stealing Beer In Levittown Store Burglary New Update: Man Accused Of Smashing Door, Stealing Beer In Levittown Store Burglary
New Update: Man Accused Of Smashing Door, Stealing Beer In Levittown Store Burglary  Long Island store was burglarized, with a man accused of smashing the front glass door and stealing beer before being arrested nearby. The incident happened Sunday, Nov. 24, at approximately 2:15 a.m. at E Smoke and Beer Island on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown. R Nassau County Police said responding officers found the store’s front glass door shattered and conducted an investigation. Police said they located Queens resident Leondre D. Bent, age 28, of Jamaica, near the scene. Investigators determined that Bent threw a brick through the door, entered the store, and removed an 18-pac…
New Italian Sports Bar In West Hempstead Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere New Italian Sports Bar In West Hempstead Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere
New Italian Sports Bar In West Hempstead Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere A new sports bar on Long Island is delighting diners just weeks into business. Allegro Bar & Grille – located in West Hempstead at 157 Hempstead Avenue – opened in late September, serving up “an Italian twist on American classics,” according to its website. Its menu boasts several flatbreads, burgers, salads, and “small bites” like Italian egg rolls, empanada calzones, chicken wings, and housemade bruschetta. Customers can also select from a number of beers, wines, and craft cocktails, including the largest selection of spritzes and espresso martinis in the Long Island/New York City a…
New Eatery Is Authentic British Pub In Heart Of Mount Kisco: 'Will Be Back Many Times' New Eatery Is Authentic British Pub In Heart Of Mount Kisco: 'Will Be Back Many Times'
New Eatery Is Authentic British Pub In Heart Of Mount Kisco: 'Will Be Back Many Times' More than half a year after opening, a British-styled pub in Northern Westchester seems to have proved its authenticity to visitors.  The Ambleside Pub, which opened in early April 2024 in Mount Kisco at 23 East Main St., is a pub that models itself after similar establishments in the United Kingdom.  The pub serves up real cask ales like the Ambleside Best Bitter, which was created in a partnership with the Old Glenham Brewery and is served in imperial pints at 50-degree cellar temperature.  Other options include a selection of draft beers, cocktails, whisky, gin, and Briti…
Fatal Four-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down I-81 North In Lebanon County: PennDOT Fatal Four-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down I-81 North In Lebanon County: PennDOT
Fatal Four-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down I-81 North In Lebanon County: PennDOT A fatal crash has led to the closure of a section of Interstate 81 in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler announced on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. The collision occurred at around 2:40 a.m. in the northbound lanes near Exit 80, Route 743/Grantville/Hershey, in East Hanover Township, according to PennDOT's 511PA. The crash involved two passenger vehicles and two tractor-trailers—one transporting beer and the other carrying fertilizer, Schreffler explained. A coroner was called to the scene, with one fatality reported, according to Schreffler.…
5 PA Breweries Win Big At Great American Beer Fest 5 PA Breweries Win Big At Great American Beer Fest
5 PA Breweries Win Big At Great American Beer Fest Five Pennsylvania breweries won big at Great American Beer Festival 2024, bringing medals back to the Keystone State from the competition in Colorado. The winners came from Hawley, Lancaster, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh, according to the festival's winner's list. This event is held annually in Denver, Colorado, according to the festival's website. In 2024, the festival was held Oct 10 through Oct. 12. Here are the Pennsylvania winners: Wallenpaupack Brewing Co., of Hawley, took the gold medal for its Kroon ale in the Belgian-Style Strong Specialty Ale Category. Spring House Brewing C…
Suspect Nabbed After Robbing Speedway In Oceanside Suspect Nabbed After Robbing Speedway In Oceanside
Suspect Nabbed After Robbing Speedway In Oceanside A suspect who said he was armed was apprehended shortly after allegedly fleeing the scene of a robbery at a Long Island business. The suspect entered the Speedway gas station in Oceanside located at 2650 Long Beach Road at around 4:10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10.  Once inside, he removed beer from the refrigerators and approached the employee, a 44-year-old man, standing behind the register.  The suspect, identified as Edward Miles, age 55, of Oceanside, selected two packs of cigarettes that were behind the counter and placed his hand inside his sweatshirt, stating he had a gun, accor…
Hammonton Brewery Inspired By Music Closing To Rebrand Under New Owners Hammonton Brewery Inspired By Music Closing To Rebrand Under New Owners
Hammonton Brewery Inspired By Music Closing To Rebrand Under New Owners A Hammonton brewery is temporarily closing to rebrand under new ownership. Vinyl Brewing posted on Facebook about its plans on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The brewery on 12th Street will shut down for the rebranding on Sunday, Sept. 29. Vinyl first opened in September 2017. "Come enjoy the Vinyl brews you know and love while they last!" the brewery posted. "Stay tuned for exciting announcements about the reopening and the brews to come." Tom and Sue Puentes started the brewery "inspired by music, hard work, and their farm family roots." It features beers like "My Brain Hurts", a flor…
Norwalk Sandwich Shop Named No. 1 In State By Yelp Norwalk Sandwich Shop Named No. 1 In State By Yelp
Norwalk Sandwich Shop Named No. 1 In State By Yelp If you love a good sandwich chocked full of meat and other goodies, then a Connecticut "shop" named the top sandwich spot in the state by Yelp is your kind of place. The Dilly Duck Shop at 666 Main Ave., located in Fairfield County in Norwalk, is no stranger to accolades after being named one of "Connecticut Magazine's" top delis for 2024 and one of Yelp's top places to eat in the state in 2022. Owned by chef Russ Zappala and his mother, Phyllis Zappala, the Dilly was also no stranger to locals, who formed lines daily to sample a menu full of goodies. Those goodies include the crowning glo…
The Gaslight Anthem, Asbury Park Brewery Release Special Beer Before Concert At The Stone Pony The Gaslight Anthem, Asbury Park Brewery Release Special Beer Before Concert At The Stone Pony
The Gaslight Anthem, Asbury Park Brewery Release Special Beer Before Concert At The Stone Pony A New Jersey alternative rock band is releasing a special beer right before playing at an iconic Asbury Park concert venue. The Gaslight Anthem is partnering with Asbury Park Brewery to create "Stay Lucky," a limited-edition beer to be sold starting on Thursday, Aug. 15, the brewery said in a news release. The band that formed in New Brunswick in 2006 will perform at The Stone Pony on Friday, Aug. 16. Stay Lucky is a hazy IPA with peach and mango aromas with a 6.5 percent ABV. It's named after the second song on the band's 2010 album 'American Slang'. The brewery said Stay Lucky …
Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Capital Region Location After 20 Years Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Capital Region Location After 20 Years
Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Capital Region Location After 20 Years Time is running out to visit this popular restaurant in the region. In Albany County, the Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub is set to close its Colonie location – at 107 Wolf Road – after 20 years in business. The restaurant’s final service will take place Sunday, Aug. 11, a company spokesperson told Daily Voice. Employees are being offered positions at other locations or severance pay. Headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, Ninety Nine Restaurant bills itself as a casual dining eatery focusing on traditional American pub fare. The Colonie location opened in 2003. View…
New Restaurant On Long Island Praised For 'Great Portions, Flavors Right On Spot' New Restaurant On Long Island Praised For 'Great Portions, Flavors Right On Spot'
New Restaurant On Long Island Praised For 'Great Portions, Flavors Right On Spot' Long Island’s newest restaurant promises elevated American cuisine served with a side of “timeless elegance.” James & Main opened in East Rockaway at 1 Main Street on Friday, July 26. Billed as “the South Shore’s newest classic,” the restaurant and bar describes itself as a place “where the simple pleasures of the past meet the tastes of today." Lining the walls are a decades-curated collection of art, antiques, wine, and whiskey. Join us on the outside deck for a Frozen Piña Colada🥥 Posted by James & Main on Friday, July 26, 2024 “Come for the ambience of timeless elegan…
Navy Vet, Federal Employee Crystal Carnes Of Fredericksburg Dies: 'Put On Some Grateful Dead' Navy Vet, Federal Employee Crystal Carnes Of Fredericksburg Dies: 'Put On Some Grateful Dead'
Navy Vet, Federal Employee Crystal Carnes Of Fredericksburg Dies: 'Put On Some Grateful Dead' Crystal Carnes, a veteran of the US Navy who recently retired from her a lead position within the Department of Defense, died on Sunday, June 30 after battling a brain tumor, her obituary on the Covenan Funeral Service website says. Crystal, 45, enlisted in the US Navy in 1997 and would go on to graduate form Russian Phase II training in Texas before serving at the Naval Security Group Detachment (NSDG) at Menwith Hill, in the United Kingdom (UK). She served until 2000, after earning the rank of Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) 3rd Class (CTI3) and was a recipient of the Natio…
CT Man Carrying A Crossbow, Beer On Street Nabbed By Police CT Man Carrying A Crossbow, Beer On Street Nabbed By Police
CT Man Carrying A Crossbow, Beer On Street Nabbed By Police A Connecticut man walking on a city street with a crossbow and a beer was nabbed by patrol officers after receiving numerous 911 calls of a man carrying a rifle.  The incident occurred in New Haven County on Wednesday, June 12, around 5 p.m. on Main Street in Meriden. According to Sgt. Michael Boothroyd of the Meriden Police, the callers said the man was wearing a backpack and a bulletproof vest, had a rifle slung over his shoulder, and was carrying a beer.  The man told people in the parking lot that they should “kill themselves” and that he “was waiting for the police…
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date A popular bar and restaurant with nine locations in New Jersey is opening another later this month. Tommy's Tavern + Tap announced on Instagram that its Edgewater location will open at City Place on Wednesday, June 26. The expansive Tommy's menu includes pizza, burgers, salads, small plates, sushi, beer, cocktails, wine, happy hour specials, and more. Tommy's has locations in Sea Bright, Freehold, Clifton, Bridgewater, Edison, Princeton, Morris Plains, Mount Laurel, Cherry Hill, and now Edgewater. Tommy's Tavern + Tap, 11 The Promenade at City Place, Edgewater.
Brewery Specializing In Tropical Flavors Moves Into Old Cape May County Bowling Alley Brewery Specializing In Tropical Flavors Moves Into Old Cape May County Bowling Alley
Brewery Specializing In Tropical Flavors Moves Into Old Cape May County Bowling Alley A Cape May County brewery is giving an extra frame to an old bowling alley. Ludlam Island Brewery is moving from Ocean View to an expanded space in Woodbine, the company said in a news release. The new brewery is inside the former Mouse Trap Lanes on Dennisville-Petersburg Road. The brewery said the larger space will allow it to make more beer, along with having a full kitchen and bar. "We're aiming for something completely new to South Jersey," said Ludlam Island owner William Topley. "We've created a beer fest/food truck vibe in a relaxed atmosphere." Ludlam Island offers several b…
Pints And Putts: Philly Brewery To Open Jersey Shore Location Featuring Mini-Golf Pints And Putts: Philly Brewery To Open Jersey Shore Location Featuring Mini-Golf
Pints And Putts: Philly Brewery To Open Jersey Shore Location Featuring Mini-Golf A Philadelphia brewery is opening up a new location on the Jersey Shore that will also offer beer fans a chance to play mini-golf. Meyers Brewing Company will open a sister location in Ocean View, the brewery said in a Facebook post on Saturday, Apr. 6. It will be called Meyers Lighthouse Brewing Company and is expected to open in May. The new brewery will be located on Route 9, about a quarter-mile north of the intersection with Sea Isle Boulevard. "The brewery will serve a variety of beer styles such as hazy IPAs, sours, stouts, and more," Meyers Brewing Company wrote in its Facebook pos…
Chelmsford Finally Gets Neighborhood Brewery As Lowell Business Expands Chelmsford Finally Gets Neighborhood Brewery As Lowell Business Expands
Chelmsford Finally Gets Neighborhood Brewery As Lowell Business Expands A beloved Lowell brewery is heading to Chelmsford, fulfilling the town's quest for a brewery that began years ago.  Navigation Brewing Co., located at 122 Western Avenue in Lowell, is currently in the process of applying for licenses to get a Chelmsford location up and running by the end of summer, according to co-owner and brewer PJ Mercier, who jokes that his job title at Navigation actually is "everything under the sun."  The taproom has a relaxed atmosphere that's perfect to unwind in, co-owner PJ Mercier said. Marte Media The brewery is known for keeping its offerings fresh, brewin…
New Brewery Built In Historic Mohegan Lake Church To Open Soon New Brewery Built In Historic Mohegan Lake Church To Open Soon
New Brewery Built In Historic Mohegan Lake Church To Open Soon An all-new craft brewery and gastropub built inside a Northern Westchester church more than a century old will ring in the new year with a grand opening celebration.  Argonne Rose Brewing Company, located in Mohegan Lake at 1715 East Main St. (Route 6), will hold a grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. to celebrate New Year's Eve. The first visitors to the establishment will be treated to quite a unique setting. That's because the brewery is built inside of the historic St. George's Church, which was originally constructed in 1911, according to owners Marc …
'Completely Reimagined' Eatery In Area Promises 'Sophisticated, Yet Accessible' Dishes 'Completely Reimagined' Eatery In Area Promises 'Sophisticated, Yet Accessible' Dishes
'Completely Reimagined' Eatery In Area Promises 'Sophisticated, Yet Accessible' Dishes A newly opened restaurant in the Hudson Valley is promising diners “sophisticated, yet accessible dishes.” Rockland County’s Hotel Nyack, located near the foot of the new Tappan Zee Bridge in Nyack, unveiled its rebranded eatery, FARM, in September 2022. The “completely reimagined and rebranded” restaurant is meant to better reflect the vibe of the hotel’s parent company, JdV by Hyatt, according to a hotel spokesperson. Formerly known as The Grille, FARM’s all-day menu features several eye-catching salads, flatbreads, and entrees. View this post on Instagram …
BabyCat Brewery Bringing Unique Blend Of Culture, Class To Kensington BabyCat Brewery Bringing Unique Blend Of Culture, Class To Kensington
BabyCat Brewery Bringing Unique Blend Of Culture, Class To Kensington Two local beer enthusiasts are looking to pour their passion into the heart of their latest business venture.  Sam Mussomeli and Terry Redmond had an extra lucky St. Paddy’s Day. The duo celebrated getting approved for their liquor license for their new brewery, BabyCat Brewery. Now after submitting their plans to the county, booking a contractor and ordering most of their equipment, Mussomeli and Redmond plan to occupy the physical space real soon. “We’ll take possession of the property probably in mid-April,” Mussomeli said. “Everything is kind of line with moving forward very quickly…
Yard House Opening This Month At Willowbrook Mall, 150 Employees Needed Yard House Opening This Month At Willowbrook Mall, 150 Employees Needed
Yard House Opening This Month At Willowbrook Mall, 150 Employees Needed Yard House is opening later this month at the Willowbrook Mall in Wayne. The bar and grill is known for its curated menu of more than 100 beers on tap and is expected to bring 150 jobs to the community. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yard House (@yardhouse) This will be Yard House's 83rd location in the U.S., and is set to open June 28. Each Yard House is built around its expansive bar, which serves as the centerpiece of the restaurant.  A selection of taps are reserved for local and regional beers. In Wayne, these include N…
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates Tommy's Tavern + Tap has announced opening dates for its new Clifton and Princeton locations. The Princeton location will open Nov. 18, and the Clifton location will open Dec. 14. Tommy's has three other locations in Sea Bright, Freehold and Staten Island. Menu items include wings, burgers, soups, sandwiches, pizza, flatbread, sushi, specialty cocktails, beer and wine.
New Northern Westchester Grab-Go Eatery Offers A Bit Of Everything New Northern Westchester Grab-Go Eatery Offers A Bit Of Everything
New Northern Westchester Grab-Go Eatery Offers A Bit Of Everything A new store that aims to offer "convenience with class" has opened in Westchester County. Paulie's Grab & Go, which launched its Katonah location at 24 Woodsbridge Road to customers on Tuesday, Sept. 8, offers coffee, snacks, a selection of beer and breakfast pastries.   The convenience store sells coffee brewed by Double Barrel Roasters in Yonkers, including cinnamon sticky bun and maple nut crunch flavors. The store also carries cold brew and nitro cold brew coffee.  Each Sunday, the location hosts their "Paulie's Sunday Coffee, Cars and Coffee" event, calling on patro…
'RHONJ' Cast Member Margaret Josephs Stops By Dumont Bar 'RHONJ' Cast Member Margaret Josephs Stops By Dumont Bar
'Rhonj' Cast Member Margaret Josephs Stops By Dumont Bar "Real Housewives of New Jersey" cast member Margaret Josephs knew where to go for some good pizza and beer. Josephs was spotted Tuesday at Grant Street Cafe, which was recently represented New Jersey on a list of "Great American Beer Bars." According to a social media post, Josephs enjoyed some thin-crust pizza. The Elizabeth native lives in Englewood and joined the RHONJ cast in 2017 -- and almost exclusively wore her hair in pigtails.
Diner Brew Co. Is Full-Blown Taproom In Westchester Diner Brew Co. Is Full-Blown Taproom In Westchester
Diner Brew Co. Is Full-Blown Taproom In Westchester Diner Brew Co. offers countless varieties of local beer and cider in New Rochelle. Located at 40 Division Street in New Rochelle, Diner Brew Co., described as a farm brewery and cidery, was opened in January 2016. Beers and ciders crafted by DBC are centered around “historical interpretation and innovation,” making for some crazy-cool concoctions like: Hugeunots Cider (Farmhouse style; dry and tart with a 7.1 percent ABV) Forever Crispy (a collaboration with Yonkers Brewing Co.; beer brewed with apple cider and a 6.2 percent ABV) Porterito (rich and smooth with notes of chocolate, toffee,…