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Trumbull’s Vicki Tesoro Shares A Holiday Message Trumbull’s Vicki Tesoro Shares A Holiday Message
Trumbull’s Vicki Tesoro Shares A Holiday Message Trumbull First Selectman Vicki Tesoro offered a holiday greeting that emphasized safety, gratitude, and helping those in need. In her message posted on the Town of Trumbull's Facebook page, Tesoro urged the community to remember neighbors serving in the armed forces and the first responders who keep people safe year-round. She also pointed to the holiday season as a time to lean into compassion, giving, and thankfulness, per the announcement. Tesoro encouraged residents gathering with loved ones to renew their commitment to supporting people who need a hand, and closed by wishing everyone …
Mandolins Stolen From Teaneck Music Shop Known For Celebrity Clients, Police Say Mandolins Stolen From Teaneck Music Shop Known For Celebrity Clients, Police Say
Mandolins Stolen From Teaneck Music Shop Known For Celebrity Clients, Police Say Two mandolins were stolen from an iconic music store on Cedar Lane in Teaneck earlier this week, and police are asking for the public’s help identifying the suspect. The store owner reported the theft on Monday, Dec. 22, after surveillance video showed an unidentified man taking the instruments at about 12:30 p.m., according to Teaneck Police Chief Andrew McGurr. The video shows the man wearing a long winter coat and black-rimmed glasses placing two mandolins into the inside pockets of his jacket before leaving the store. The business, Lark Street Music, has been a longtime fixture in Tean…
Norwalk Partners Deliver Free Food Boxes For Holidays Norwalk Partners Deliver Free Food Boxes For Holidays
Norwalk Partners Deliver Free Food Boxes For Holidays Norwalk Public Schools partnered with Norwalk Mutual Aid and the Human Services Council to distribute free food boxes during a holiday community giveback event to families facing food insecurity, the school district said in a Facebook post. The giveback event provided free food boxes to help families during the winter months. According to the district’s Facebook post, the effort was supported by Blessings of Hope, with dozens of families receiving nutritious essentials. The district also thanked volunteers who arrived early to help the distribution run smoothly. Norwalk Public Schools clos…
Texas Roadhouse Gives $1,800 To Veterans In Danbury Texas Roadhouse Gives $1,800 To Veterans In Danbury
Texas Roadhouse Gives $1,800 To Veterans In Danbury Texas Roadhouse donated $1,800 in gift cards that Veterans Affairs Director Danny Hayes will distribute to local veterans this holiday season. The City of Danbury announced the donation on its Facebook page, praising the business for stepping up again for the community. The city said businesses like Texas Roadhouse make a difference by giving back regularly and supporting people who have served.
Shelton Libraries’ Holiday Schedule: Closures, 3 PM Early Closes Shelton Libraries’ Holiday Schedule: Closures, 3 PM Early Closes
Shelton Libraries’ Holiday Schedule: Closures, 3 PM Early Closes The Shelton Library System announced holiday closures and early closing times for the Huntington Branch and Plumb Memorial libraries on their Facebook page. Both locations will shut their doors on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, and again on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1. Residents planning a visit around the holidays should also note the early closings on the two major eves. The Huntington Branch and Plumb Memorial will close at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, and will also close at 3 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31. In the Facebook post, the library system also wished everyone a wonderful holiday sea…
Amazon Unveils New Robots As Report Uncovers Massive Push To Automate Jobs Amazon Unveils New Robots As Report Uncovers Massive Push To Automate Jobs
Amazon Unveils New Robots As Report Uncovers Massive Push To Automate Jobs Amazon is introducing new robotics and artificial intelligence systems as the online retail giant is reportedly considering automation plans to avoid hiring more than half a million workers. The company unveiled a system coordinating several robotic arms called Blue Jay on Wednesday, Oct. 22. The system uses its arms to pick up, put away, and consolidate items in one station, replacing three separate work areas. Blue Jay, which is being tested at a South Carolina site, can handle about 75% of all item types stored at Amazon's facilities, according to the company. "…
USPS Raises Rates For 2025 Holiday Season: See What's Increasing USPS Raises Rates For 2025 Holiday Season: See What's Increasing
USPS Raises Rates For 2025 Holiday Season: See What's Increasing The U.S. Postal Service has begun temporary price hikes for the 2025 holiday season. The higher USPS rates officially began on Sunday, Oct. 5. The increases apply to Priority Mail, Priority Mail Express, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select. Increases range from under $1 for lighter packages to as much as $16 for heavier shipments traveling long distances. Flat Rate boxes and envelopes will also see hikes, including a $1.45 jump for Large Flat Rate Boxes and a $2 bump for Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelopes. The price hikes will stay in place through Sunday, Jan. 18, 20…
Major Retailer Hiring 10K Seasonal Workers For Holidays: What To Know Major Retailer Hiring 10K Seasonal Workers For Holidays: What To Know
Major Retailer Hiring 10K Seasonal Workers For Holidays: What To Know Michaels will hire more than 10,000 seasonal workers ahead of the holiday season. The arts and crafts retailer is holding a National Hiring Day event on Saturday, Sept. 6, at stores nationwide. The event will happen from noon to 4 p.m. Job seekers can apply online ahead of time or attend in person, where interviews for qualified candidates will take place. "At Michaels, creativity is at the heart of everything we do, and it starts with our team members," said president Nicholas Bertram. "We are thrilled to welcome new team members to Michaels this holiday season to fuel the joy of creating…
Shake Shack Offers Free Burgers With Purchase During Holiday Promotion Shake Shack Offers Free Burgers With Purchase During Holiday Promotion
Shake Shack Offers Free Burgers With Purchase During Holiday Promotion Shake Shack is launching a limited-time promotion offering free burgers with a qualifying purchase during the holiday season.  The “Holiday Burger Blitz” will run from Monday, Dec. 16, to Tuesday, Dec. 24, providing customers with a free burger each day when they spend a minimum of $10 and use the code BURGERBLITZ at checkout. The promotion features a different burger each day, including popular items like the ShackBurger, SmokeShack, and Avocado Bacon Burger. The schedule for the free offerings is as follows: Monday, Dec. 16: ShackBurger Tuesday, Dec. 17: SmokeShack Wednesday, Dec. …
Bah Humbug! MTA Closes Tap On SantaCon Boozing For Metro-North, LIRR Riders Bah Humbug! MTA Closes Tap On SantaCon Boozing For Metro-North, LIRR Riders
Bah Humbug! MTA Closes Tap On SantaCon Boozing For Metro-North, Lirr Riders If you’re planning to ho-ho-hop on a Metro-North, NJ Transit or LIRR train this SantaCon weekend, leave the spiked eggnog at home — the MTA and NJ Transit are implementing its annual booze ban. In preparation for SantaCon 2024, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has announced a 32-hour alcohol ban across all Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) and Metro-North Railroad trains and stations. The restriction will take effect at 4 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, and remain in place until noon on Sunday, Dec. 15, aiming to ensure a safe and smooth ride for all passengers. “Our top priority is …
Krispy Kreme Serves Up $1 Dozens For This One Day Only Krispy Kreme Serves Up $1 Dozens For This One Day Only
Krispy Kreme Serves Up $1 Dozens For This One Day Only Krispy Kreme is bringing back its annual “Day of the Dozens” promotion, offering a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for $1 with the purchase of any dozen doughnuts or a 16-count of Minis at regular price.  The offer is available for in-shop and drive-thru purchases, as well as online orders. The promotion will take place on Thursday, Dec. 12, at participating locations.  Customers can redeem the offer twice in-store or via drive-thru, while online orders are limited to one redemption using the promo code “DOZEN.” The promotion coincides with Krispy Kreme’s “Elf” Holiday Collectio…
Naughty East Haven Drivers Could Get Gift Cards Instead Of Tickets Naughty East Haven Drivers Could Get Gift Cards Instead Of Tickets
Naughty East Haven Drivers Could Get Gift Cards Instead Of Tickets Police in six Connecticut towns are saying “Bah humbug” to boring traffic stops. This holiday season, drivers might find themselves on the “nice” list and getting a gift card instead of a ticket. Officers from the South-Central Connecticut Traffic Unit, which serves East Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Branford, Guilford, and Madison, are adding a festive twist to their traffic stops for minor infractions.  “While our primary goal remains ensuring the safety of our roadways, we see this as an opportunity to give back to the community and show appreciation during the holiday season,…
Deer Crashes Into Washington Twp. Business, Topples Christmas Tree In Festive Frenzy (VIDEO) Deer Crashes Into Washington Twp. Business, Topples Christmas Tree In Festive Frenzy (VIDEO)
Deer Crashes Into Washington Twp. Business, Topples Christmas Tree In Festive Frenzy (Video) Forget Santa and his sleigh—one deer made its own dramatic entrance!  A curious visitor smashed through the door of a Gloucester County plumbing and HVAC company, the Washington Township Police Department said in a Facebook post on Tuesday, Dec. 10. A.M Botte Mechanical posted a Facebook reel on Sunday, Dec. 8 of the holiday season break-in set to the song "Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree". Surveillance video captured the moment a deer climbed into the Delsea Drive business. The unexpected guest burst through the glass door and kicked over a lit Christmas tree in a corner.…
'Unimaginable Tragedy': Support Rises For Port Washington Family Displaced By Massive Fire 'Unimaginable Tragedy': Support Rises For Port Washington Family Displaced By Massive Fire
'Unimaginable Tragedy': Support Rises For Port Washington Family Displaced By Massive Fire A Long Island family is finding hope through the generosity of strangers this holiday season after a devastating fire forced them from their home. Firefighters in Port Washington were called to the 2,200-square-foot, three-story residence on Charles Avenue shortly before 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4. When crews arrived, the six-bedroom home was fully engulfed in flames fueled by multiple propane tanks, according to preliminary radio traffic. The blaze destroyed much of the house, though everyone inside managed to escape with just the clothes on their backs, Melanie Hernandez-Gomes, the niece o…
Look Who's Back: Bedford's Chevy Chase To Star In New Holiday Movie Look Who's Back: Bedford's Chevy Chase To Star In New Holiday Movie
Look Who's Back: Bedford's Chevy Chase To Star In New Holiday Movie If you celebrate the holiday season by rewatching "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," be on the lookout for a new film set to reunite Hudson Valley native and longtime Northern Westchester resident Chevy Chase and his former co-star Randy Quaid.  The 81-year-old Chase, who lives in Bedford with his wife, Jayni, makes an appearance in "The Christmas Letter," which was released on Tuesday, Nov. 12, and is the first movie to feature the Saturday Night Live alum and Quaid in almost 30 years.  The film, directed by Tori Hunter, tells the story of unemployed copywriter Joe Michaels…
Bergen County Park Will Transform Into Magical Winter Wonderland: Here's When Bergen County Park Will Transform Into Magical Winter Wonderland: Here's When
Bergen County Park Will Transform Into Magical Winter Wonderland: Here's When Tickets to Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland are officially on sale, and the community is gearing up for an unforgettable holiday experience at Van Saun County Park.  The event, which kicks off Friday, Nov. 29, at noon, will transform the park into a festive winter paradise with something for everyone in the family. The event will feature an open-air ice skating rink, a new ice bumper car rink, a craft market village with handmade goods, food trucks, a heated hospitality tent, a beer and wine garden, carousel rides, live music, and much more. “Winter Wonderland truly captures the spir…
Prince George's County ‘Romeo’ Finds His Happily Ever After With $50,000 Lottery Win Prince George's County ‘Romeo’ Finds His Happily Ever After With $50,000 Lottery Win
Prince George's County ‘Romeo’ Finds His Happily Ever After With $50,000 Lottery Win They say fortune favors the bold, but for one Prince George’s County man nicknamed "Romeo," it seems fortune also has a flair for the romantic.  After 30 years of playing the Maryland Lottery, Romeo’s love story with luck finally hit the jackpot when he won $50,000 on a Bonus Match 5 ticket. The fateful ticket was purchased on Oct. 26 at Al’s Beer & Wine in Oxon Hill during one of Romeo’s many adventures as a self-proclaimed traveling ticket collector.  While his Pick 3 and Pick 5 tickets may have fizzled, the Bonus Match 5 turned out to be the Cinderella slipper he’d been se…
This Year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Is Coming From Berkshire County This Year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Is Coming From Berkshire County
This Year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Is Coming From Berkshire County With Spooky Season over, attention is turning to the holidays and New York’s iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. This year’s tree is a 74-foot tall Norway Spruce from Massachusetts that was grown in Berkshire County in West Stockbridge, Rockefeller Center announced on Instagram. Weighing in at around 11 tons, it’s the first Rockefeller Center Christmas tree to come from the Bay State since 1959. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rockefeller Center (@rockefellercenter) The colossal tree will make the 136-mile journey to Manha…
Make Price Chopper & Market 32 PICS Your Picks All Season Long! Make Price Chopper & Market 32 PICS Your Picks All Season Long!
Make Price Chopper & Market 32 PICS Your Picks All Season Long! Sponsored by our friends at Price Chopper & Market 32 It is officially Fall, which means all-things pumpkins, apples, and PICS Limited Time Only Items! You may be wondering what “PICS” products are. PICS items are an evolution of our Price Chopper brand, offering premium value and quality. Not only do they guarantee great quality at an affordable price, but each item is selected and tested by consumers before hitting our shelves, ensuring you know exactly what you're getting. You'll discover a wide variety of PICS products throughout your local Price Chopper and Market 32 stores. At P…
Meet Kevin From 'The Office' In Northvale Meet Kevin From 'The Office' In Northvale
Meet Kevin From 'The Office' In Northvale Kevin Malone is coming to Bergen County. No word if he's bringing his famous chili. Brian Baumgartner, who played the slow witted accountant on "The Office" is signing copies of his new book, "The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin" at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Monday, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brian Baumgartner (@bbbaumgartner) The book is set at Scranton's most famous paper company, only manager Michael Scott is nowhere to be found, according to a synopsis. Two mysterious visitors sneak in…
Spirit Halloween Bringing 4 Spirit Christmas Stores To NJ: Here's Where Spirit Halloween Bringing 4 Spirit Christmas Stores To NJ: Here's Where
Spirit Halloween Bringing 4 Spirit Christmas Stores To NJ: Here's Where Spirit Halloween is decking the halls with Spirit Christmas. The pop-up Halloween costume and decor company is opening 10 Spirit Christmas stores across New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Connecticut (scroll for a list of locations). "Each store offers a unique shopping experience, brimming with a vast assortment of holiday décor, apparel, inflatables, gifts, and stocking stuffers," company spokeswoman Nikki Balles said in a statement to Daily Voice.  "Guests can meet Santa for their annual Christmas card photo and receive a free digital postcard featuring you and Santa. Wander …
Free Bus Rides: Here's How Long Westchester Will Suspend Fares For Holidays Free Bus Rides: Here's How Long Westchester Will Suspend Fares For Holidays
Free Bus Rides: Here's How Long Westchester Will Suspend Fares For Holidays To help make things easier for commuters during the holiday season, Westchester County will again be suspending bus fares. To help residents save money, Bee-Line Bus fares in Westchester will be suspended from Saturday, Dec. 16 through Monday, Jan. 1, county officials announced.  The suspension is the second holiday season that the county has taken such an action. Additionally, the county also suspended fares during the past two summers, according to County Executive George Latimer. "In the spirit of the season, we are once again easing the financial strain on Westchester residen…
Beware of Porch Pirates, Police In Hudson Valley Warn: Here Are Tips To Protect Packages Beware of Porch Pirates, Police In Hudson Valley Warn: Here Are Tips To Protect Packages
Beware of Porch Pirates, Police In Hudson Valley Warn: Here Are Tips To Protect Packages Although the holiday season brings joy and cheer to many, authorities in the region are reminding residents that this time of year also brings out grinches who steal packages from doorsteps.  In an announcement made on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office reminded residents to be on the lookout for "porch pirates" who steal unattended packages from homes.  The Sheriff's Office gave the following tips to protect packages from these would-be thieves: Use smart package lockers or a nearby convenience store for delivery; Have packages sent to your workplace or office…
Paramus Police Department Drops New Holiday PSA Starring The Grinch Paramus Police Department Drops New Holiday PSA Starring The Grinch
Paramus Police Department Drops New Holiday PSA Starring The Grinch A green man, with a reported heart condition, was recently arrested in Paramus for stealing packages. No, it wasn't a real bust. It was Paramus police taking a new approach — with a dash of Christmas spirit — to holiday season package thefts. They released the video starring none other than the Grinch himself, and a few of their officers, on Wednesday, Dec. 13. "The uptick in thefts of unattended packages being delivered to homes has gone up so much over the years, we were trying to think of an attention-grabbing way to make people more vigilant in protecting their deliveries," Paramus Pol…
Christmas Tree Farm Shutters On Long Island Due To Shortages Christmas Tree Farm Shutters On Long Island Due To Shortages
Christmas Tree Farm Shutters On Long Island Due To Shortages Families hoping to return to a Long Island Christmas tree farm had their holiday spirits dampened when shortages forced the family business to close for the season. After nearly 30 years straight, family-owned and operated Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm, located at 20685 Main Road in Mattituck, announced in early November 2023 that it would not be selling trees this year. Joe and Cathy Shipman, who have owned the farm since 1987 and have sold the festive firs since 1994, made the announcement via the farm’s Facebook post “with a heavy heart.” “Unforeseen circumstances have led to making th…
Roads Close As Work Begins On Easton's Winter Village Roads Close As Work Begins On Easton's Winter Village
Roads Close As Work Begins On Easton's Winter Village It's that time of year again.  Workers have begun setting up Easton's annual Winter Village in the city center, as of Wednesday, Nov. 8.  Beginning this week and lasting through the holiday season, Northampton Street is closed to vehicle traffic from the Circle to Sitgreaves Street, City Hall said.  As of Wednesday, the Department of Public Works is prepping the ground surface for the ice skating rink, which will be completed over the next week and a half, according to officials.  Workers also began setting up the Peace Candle in Centre Square on Tuesday, and residents still have time to…
Tewksbury Law Breakers Score Big After Getting Pulled Over Tewksbury Law Breakers Score Big After Getting Pulled Over
Tewksbury Law Breakers Score Big After Getting Pulled Over Tewksbury drivers may have been glad to see flashing blue lights in their rear view mirrors after police handed out gift cards instead of driving citations to celebrate the holiday season.  Thirty five Walmart gift cards were distributed to drivers who committed low-level driving infractions, like license plate issues, on Wednesday, Dec. 21, Tewksbury Police Department announced. This is the second year Tewksbury police shared a little extra Christmas cash instead of driving citations.  “We believe that every interaction matters and that we can leave a lasting …
This Is Maryland's Favorite Holiday Cookie, Study Finds This Is Maryland's Favorite Holiday Cookie, Study Finds
This Is Maryland's Favorite Holiday Cookie, Study Finds Desserts are on the grocery list of most American's during the holiday season, with Maryland's top choice being German Christmas cookies, according to a new study. Axios has released the 2022 list of the top holiday cookies for each state, with the most popular being sugar cookies, gingerbread, and peanut butter blossoms. Maryland broke the mold being the only one of the 50 states with German Christmas cookies as their top search, the study says. Google released a map on Thursday, Dec. 15 that showed the uniquely searched Christmas cookies by state based on searches between Dec. 3-9. The st…
CDC Encouraging Americans To Mask Up For The Holidays Amid Tripledemic Of COVID-19, Flu, RSV CDC Encouraging Americans To Mask Up For The Holidays Amid Tripledemic Of COVID-19, Flu, RSV
CDC Encouraging Americans To Mask Up For The Holidays Amid Tripledemic Of Covid-19, Flu, RSV The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is encouraging Americans to wear masks during the holiday season to help prevent the spread of the so-called tripledemic of COVID-19, influenza, and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). It's especially important for people living in areas with high levels of COVID transmission to mask up, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said on Monday, Dec. 5. “The past several years have certainly not been easy, and we now face yet another surge of ailments, another moment of overstretched capacity, and really one of tragic and often preventab…
Stolen Packages: Eastchester Police Give Tips To Protect Against 'Porch Pirates' Stolen Packages: Eastchester Police Give Tips To Protect Against 'Porch Pirates'
Stolen Packages: Eastchester Police Give Tips To Protect Against 'Porch Pirates' A police department in Westchester County is reminding people that the approach of the holiday season also comes with an increase in stolen packages.  According to the Eastchester Police Department, it is common for holiday gifts to be stolen by individuals known as "porch pirates" when they are delivered to a residence when nobody is home.  These "pirates" often drive around neighborhoods looking for packages that have been dropped off on doorsteps and apartment building lobbies, grabbing them, and then leaving the area before they are seen, police said.  For those unable t…
Stick To Turkey: Police In Area Warn Against Drunk Driving During Thanksgiving Season Stick To Turkey: Police In Area Warn Against Drunk Driving During Thanksgiving Season
Stick To Turkey: Police In Area Warn Against Drunk Driving During Thanksgiving Season As the Thanksgiving holiday fast approaches, more vehicles will be on the road as people race to see their families, increasing the likelihood of drunk driving, police say.  That's why police in Putnam County are teaming up with STOP-DWI Coordinators to participate in special efforts to bring awareness to the dangers of driving while under the influence during the holiday season, according to Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville.  The efforts will be part of New York's statewide STOP-DWI Thanksgiving High Visibility Engagement Campaign, which starts on Wednes…