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Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Live Performance Venue and Date Night Activity In 2024: Bergen Performing Arts Center Best Live Performance Venue and Date Night Activity In 2024: Bergen Performing Arts Center
Best Live Performance Venue and Date Night Activity In 2024: Bergen Performing Arts Center We are thrilled to announce that the Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) has been named Best Live Performance Venue and Best Date Night Activity in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, bergenPAC is a cornerstone of cultural vibrancy, offering an eclectic mix of performances that cater to all tastes—from the Isley Brothers to Ukraine Odesa National Ballet to Tracey Morgan and more. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Bergen County began with reader nominations in October and ended with a …

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by Daily Voice
Simsbury, CT
Lifestyle
Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Say Living In US No Longer Enjoyable, Poll Reveals Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Say Living In US No Longer Enjoyable, Poll Reveals
Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Say Living In US No Longer Enjoyable, Poll Reveals Rising housing costs, healthcare concerns, and growing social divisions have many Americans considering life beyond US borders. A survey by Talker Research reveals that two in five Americans say living in the US is no longer enjoyable. A total of 39 percent say they often feel stuck where they live. Additionally, five percent of the 2,000 adult Americans polled are actively planning steps toward living abroad, while two percent have already initiated the moving process. Millennials are particularly keen on relocating, with a striking 25 percent expressing the desire to move internationall…

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by Joe Lombardi
Greenwich, CT
News
Greenwich Library Lands Historic $5M Endowment for Signature Series Greenwich Library Lands Historic $5M Endowment for Signature Series
Greenwich Library Lands Historic $5M Endowment for Signature Series Greenwich Library, the most visited library in Connecticut, has received a historic $5 million endowment — the largest in more than 30 years — to permanently fund its acclaimed Signature Series programming. The transformative gift, made in perpetuity by longtime Greenwich residents Lynne and Richard Pasculano, underscores the Library’s vital role as a center for culture, education, and community engagement. The Lynne and Richard Pasculano Signature Series, as it has now been renamed, brings globally recognized speakers to Greenwich for insightful discussions on pressing world issues. The 202…

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by Josh Lanier
Yonkers, NY
Business
Luxury French Department Store Printemps Set To Open First US Location in NYC Luxury French Department Store Printemps Set To Open First US Location in NYC
Luxury French Department Store Printemps Set To Open First US Location in NYC A touch of Parisian luxury will soon be arriving in America. Printemps, the iconic French department store, is prepares to open its first US location in the spring of 2025.  The new store, which will be located in Manhattan, will occupy 55,000 square feet within the historic One Wall Street building in the Financial District, blending classic architecture with modern elegance. Founded in 1865, Printemps is celebrated for its high-end fashion, beauty, and lifestyle offerings.  The Manhattan location aims to capture the spirit of its flagship Paris store, showcasing a carefully cu…

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by Joe Lombardi
New Canaan, CT
Lifestyle
Richard Gere Plans To Leave US After Selling New Canaan Mansion: Report Richard Gere Plans To Leave US After Selling New Canaan Mansion: Report
Richard Gere Plans To Leave US After Selling New Canaan Mansion: Report Richard Gere is leaving the United States.  No, this isn't some Hollywood hunk's hokum over politics. The "Pretty Woman" star — who recently sold his Connecticut estate — is leaving the country to be closer to family. The 75-year-old's wife Alejandra Silva is from La Coruña, Spain, and he wants to live closer to his in-laws, according to an interview he gave earlier this year to Vanity Fair Spain.  Related: Richard Gere Sells New Canaan Estate That Belonged To Paul Simon For $10.75M “For Alejandra, it will be wonderful to be closer to her family, her lifelong friends, and h…

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by Josh Lanier
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
'Delight From Start To Finish': New Long Island Restaurant Lauded As 'Different, Delicious' 'Delight From Start To Finish': New Long Island Restaurant Lauded As 'Different, Delicious'
'Delight From Start To Finish': New Long Island Restaurant Lauded As 'Different, Delicious' A new restaurant on Long Island promising “an unforgettable culinary journey” is already delighting diners days into business. Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine – located in the Brookhaven hamlet of Sound Beach at 157 Whitestone Road – held its soft opening in early July 2024. As the name implies, the eatery’s menu boasts a number of Peruvian-inspired dishes, like the bistec a lo pobre: grilled skirt steak marinated with chimichurri sauce, served with a fried egg, plantain, and fries. Facebook/Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Diners can also opt for the beef or steak lomo saltado, a traditional Peruvian st…

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by Michael Mashburn
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Lifestyle
Cirque Italia's Flying Acts Come To Mays Landing Cirque Italia's Flying Acts Come To Mays Landing
Cirque Italia's Flying Acts Come To Mays Landing Cirque Italia is coming to Mays Landing July 6 though 9. In addition to its wire acts, master jugglers and trampoline expertise, it will feature a show that brings the audience back in time to the 1950s. The performances are at Hamilton Mall. Cirque Italia believes multiculturalism is one of its strongest assets. The show features performers from Argentina, Brazil, Romania, and many other countries. Of course, these incredible artists are preparing to wow you with their astounding acts.  low wire fanatics, dazzling contortion and even a wheel of death!  Cirque ItaliaAndris Jansons Pho…

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by Jon Craig
Greenwich, CT
Lifestyle
Greenwich Among Most Underrated Places To Visit In US, New Report Says Greenwich Among Most Underrated Places To Visit In US, New Report Says
Greenwich Among Most Underrated Places To Visit In US, New Report Says A Fairfield County town is among the most underrated places in America to visit this summer.  The Reader's Digest list suggested those looking for a change of scenery should try a summer visit to Greenwich instead of the more mainstream travel destination of New York City, getting fewer crowds and lines but still enjoying a memorable time. Reader's Digest praised Greenwich for being "walkable" with all the charm and convenience of a small town."  The town earned praise for its lively downtown area and multiple beaches, balancing a city feel with New England charm. …

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by Morgan Gonzales
New Haven, CT
Lifestyle
Here Are 5 Fun Things To Do With Kids In, Around New Haven Here Are 5 Fun Things To Do With Kids In, Around New Haven
Here Are 5 Fun Things To Do With Kids In, Around New Haven Are you looking for something fun to do with your kids in the Greater New Haven area? Look no further. The Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History Located in the heart of New Haven, the museum offers an array of interactive exhibits, displays, and activities for children. From dinosaur bones and fossils to minerals and gems, the museum offers a variety of natural history exhibits.  In addition, the museum also houses a wide range of artifacts from cultures around the world. For more, click here. The Eli Whitney Museum Located in Hamden, the museum was founded by the inventor of the…

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by Daily Voice
Towson, MD
Events
'Here To Help:' How Lucky Ukrainian Family Is Paying It Forward In Baltimore 'Here To Help:' How Lucky Ukrainian Family Is Paying It Forward In Baltimore
'Here To Help:' How Lucky Ukrainian Family Is Paying It Forward In Baltimore The Russian-Ukrainian war has sent shockwaves around the world that have washed up onto American shores. The impact has been felt by many families, including Baltimore resident Zach Wenger's — who came into a bit of luck recently. Prior to the pandemic, Wenger's great aunt traveled to Kyiv to be with her daughter who suffered a serious brain injury. After the invasion, Wenger’s family was uncertain if she would be able to get out of Ukraine or even have contact with them.  Fortunately, a wave of relief hit the family when they finally received some good news Wednesday, March 2: She was h…

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by David Cifarelli
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
What Are Your Favorite Bagel Spots On Long Island? What Are Your Favorite Bagel Spots On Long Island?
What Are Your Favorite Bagel Spots On Long Island? Hey bagel lovers, it's National Bagel Day and we have picked a few spots on Long Island that are known for serving a great bagel, of course with plenty of cream cheese or a smear. If you don't agree with our choices, let us know where you go for bagels in the comments section. We are always on the hunt for great places to eat and love finding new spots.  But first, did you know that the bagel is nearly 500 years old and was first documented in travels from the Jewish families of Poland in the 1600s. They arrived in America with the huge Polish-Jewish immigration in the 1800s to New Yor…

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by Kathy Reakes
Jersey City, NJ
Business
Facebook Signs Move To NYC's Hudson Yards: Three Buildings, 30 Floors, 1.5 Million Square Feet Facebook Signs Move To NYC's Hudson Yards: Three Buildings, 30 Floors, 1.5 Million Square Feet
Facebook Signs Move To NYC's Hudson Yards: Three Buildings, 30 Floors, 1.5 Million Square Feet The Manhattan magnet that is Hudson Yards just landed another huge client: Facebook has signed a lease for a massive new operations hub on the waterfront. The social media giant is planting an enormous footprint, leasing more than 1.5 million square feet of space in three buildings across 30 floors, including 1.2 million square feet in the development’s spectacular 1,000-foot-tall tower, Hudson Yards announced Thursday. Facebook, which currently has its main Manhattan office off Astor Place, plans to head to its West Side digs next year. “When considering the next phase of our growth in th…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Hackensack, NJ
Business
5 Restaurants Opening This Month In Bergen County 5 Restaurants Opening This Month In Bergen County
5 Restaurants Opening This Month In Bergen County Several new eateries have popped up over the past few weeks in Bergen County. Here are some you may have missed: Shoti Bread House, 14-29 River Road, Fair Lawn: Georgian bakery and traditional cuisine GOGO Galbi, 123 Paramus Road, Paramus: Authentic Korean cuisine with modern flare (opened Oct. 23). Lefkes, 495 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs: Traditional Greek classics with modern twists El Conuco, 455 Palisade Ave., Cliffside Park: Combines Dominican cuisine with a variety of choices Takaichi Ramen, 5 Franklin Tpke., Ho-Ho-Kus: Menu focuses on several types of ramen

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by Cecilia Levine
Armonk, NY
Lifestyle
Area Actor Stars In 'Fiddler On The Roof' Area Actor Stars In 'Fiddler On The Roof'
Area Actor Stars In 'Fiddler On The Roof' The lead actor in the American premiere of the Yiddish language "Fiddler on the Roof" is from the Hudson Valley. Steven Skybell of Mahopac plays Tevye in the production at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Manhattan. Skybell, a Broadway veteran, previously performed in "Wicked" and "The Full Monty." Due to critical acclaim and an entirely sold-out summer run, the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) recently announced a fall extension with a new block of tickets Originally scheduled to play through August, the Yiddish language Fiddler on the Roof that op…

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by Jon Craig
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
This Location Named Most Beautiful In Putnam County This Location Named Most Beautiful In Putnam County
This Location Named Most Beautiful In Putnam County Beauty may in the eye of the beholder, but an upstate media outlet took their best shot at naming Putnam County’s most beautiful location. The Village of Cold Spring was named as Putnam’s most beautiful spot, according to a report released by newyorkupstate.com, which took a look at each county statewide and determined some of the state’s most desirable location. “This historic, Hudson River village is full of quaint shops and beautiful old buildings,” the report states. "A walk along the shore offers breathtaking views of the Hudson River and the chiseled stone faces of the mountains …

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by Zak Failla