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Long-Vacant Former Restaurant Site Reborn As Massive Self-Storage Facility In Westchester Long-Vacant Former Restaurant Site Reborn As Massive Self-Storage Facility In Westchester
Long-Vacant Former Restaurant Site Reborn As Massive Self-Storage Facility In Westchester A long-vacant property in Westchester County that once housed several well-known restaurants and nightclubs has officially reopened — with a completely new purpose. Developers, local officials, and community leaders gathered Thursday, May 28, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of a new five-story CubeSmart self-storage facility at 1113 Central Park Ave. in Yonkers.  The 164,000-square-foot property, developed by Hampshire Management Company, features more than 1,100 climate-controlled storage units along with a two-level lobby atrium space, according to the company. …

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by Ben Crnic
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Busch Light Lets Fans Pick Next Flavor After 'Bapple' Success: See The Options Busch Light Lets Fans Pick Next Flavor After 'Bapple' Success: See The Options
Busch Light Lets Fans Pick Next Flavor After 'Bapple' Success: See The Options Busch Light is letting fans choose what could be its next big summer flavor. Anheuser-Busch announced the launch of its "Flavor Showdown" in a news release on Wednesday, May 27. The nationwide vote lets anyone 21 and older pick between lemon, orange, and peach as Busch Light's next flavor. The three options were chosen based on customer feedback and the success of past Busch Light flavor releases. The company said one in every three comments on Busch Light's social media channels at one point called for the return of popular flavors. Fans can vote through Monday, July 7, on Busch's website…

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by Chris Spiker
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National Hamburger Day 2026: Where To Score Free Burgers, Meal Deals National Hamburger Day 2026: Where To Score Free Burgers, Meal Deals
National Hamburger Day 2026: Where To Score Free Burgers, Meal Deals Fast-food chains and sit-down restaurants are celebrating National Hamburger Day with plenty of deals! National Hamburger Day falls on Thursday, May 28. The annual holiday wraps up National Burger Month and unofficially kicks off summer grilling season, according to National Day Calendar. The hamburger's exact origin is still debated, although the Library of Congress considers Louis' Lunch in New Haven, Connecticut, to be the birthplace of the burger. National Day Calendar says the hamburger likely first appeared in the late 19th or early 20th century, before becoming a culinary icon in the…

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by Chris Spiker
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Ranch Seasoning Recalled Nationwide Over Salmonella Risk Ranch Seasoning Recalled Nationwide Over Salmonella Risk
Ranch Seasoning Recalled Nationwide Over Salmonella Risk A pantry product sold nationwide is being pulled from shelves due to a potential foodborne illness risk. The FDA published a company announcement saying Blackstone Products of Providence, Utah, is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning. The recall affects Blackstone Parmesan Ranch 7.3-ounce seasoning, product number 4106. The company said the affected products may be contaminated with Salmonella. Blackstone’s recall is tied to a California Dairies, Inc. recall of dry milk powder because of possible Salmonella contamination. The FDA notice said the affect…

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by Joe Lombardi
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2 New Eateries To Serve Up Mini Donuts, Gourmet Toast At Ridge Hill In Westchester 2 New Eateries To Serve Up Mini Donuts, Gourmet Toast At Ridge Hill In Westchester
2 New Eateries To Serve Up Mini Donuts, Gourmet Toast At Ridge Hill In Westchester Two new eateries are set to open at Ridge Hill in Westchester County later this year — and they will be bringing fresh miniature doughnuts, gourmet toast, açaí bowls, and more to the popular shopping mall.  Ridge Hill announced Wednesday, May 27, that Doughnuttery and Toastique will both debut at the open-air lifestyle center as part of its expanding food and beverage lineup.  Doughnuttery, a New York City-based brand founded in 2012, specializes in fresh miniature doughnuts made with flavored sugar blends, dipping sauces, and unique ingredient combinations. Westchester resi…

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by Ben Crnic
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Engine Failure Concerns Prompt Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know Engine Failure Concerns Prompt Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know
Engine Failure Concerns Prompt Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know More than 43,000 Toyota vehicles are being recalled over an engine issue that could cause drivers to lose power on the road and increase crash risks. Toyota issued the recall for 43,566 Tundra pickups, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Wednesday, May 20. The recall covers certain 2024 models equipped with a V35A engine. The problem involves debris from the manufacturing process, which may contaminate the engine and cause a main bearing to fail. That can lead to engine knocking, rough running, the vehicle not starting, or an engine stall. The recal…

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by Chris Spiker
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Man Sues For $5M, Claims Cruise Ship's Pool Deck Burned His Feet In Seconds Man Sues For $5M, Claims Cruise Ship's Pool Deck Burned His Feet In Seconds
Man Sues For $5M, Claims Cruise Ship's Pool Deck Burned His Feet In Seconds A cruise passenger is suing Carnival Corporation for at least $5 million after claiming that he suffered severe burns while walking barefoot on a ship's pool deck. A Florida man named Jorge Luis Alverio Nunez filed the lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in federal court in Miami. He claimed the incident happened aboard the Carnival Magic on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. According to court documents, Nunez walked barefoot about 20 steps from the pool to his chair on the Lido Deck to put on his shoes. The suit claims that the deck surface was "unreasonably and dangerousl…

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by Chris Spiker
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Blue Moon To Serve Blue Beer At Bars In NY: Here's When, Why Blue Moon To Serve Blue Beer At Bars In NY: Here's When, Why
Blue Moon To Serve Blue Beer At Bars In NY: Here's When, Why A beer known for its name is finally matching its color. Blue Moon will serve a limited-time blue version of Blue Moon Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Ale, Molson Coors Beverage Company said in a news release. The blue beer will be sold at participating bars nationwide from Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31. The promotion comes ahead of May's blue moon, which can be seen in the sky on May 31. "We can't do much about the color of the moon in the sky, but we can do something about the one in your glass," said Elizabeth Hitch, a marketing executive for Molson Coors. …

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by Chris Spiker
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Crashes Linked To Sudden Braking Problem, Sparking Massive Hyundai Recall Crashes Linked To Sudden Braking Problem, Sparking Massive Hyundai Recall
Crashes Linked To Sudden Braking Problem, Sparking Massive Hyundai Recall More than 420,000 Hyundai vehicles are being recalled after several crashes were tied to a software issue that can cause the brakes to suddenly be applied. Hyundai Motor America issued the recall for 421,078 Santa Cruz and Tucson vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Tuesday, May 19. The recall affects certain 2025 and 2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The issue involves software in the front camera, which supports the Forward Collision Avoidance system. Hyundai said the system may become to…

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by Chris Spiker
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Walmart May Raise Prices As Iran War Drives Up Fuel Costs: 'Indication Of Stress' Walmart May Raise Prices As Iran War Drives Up Fuel Costs: 'Indication Of Stress'
Walmart May Raise Prices As Iran War Drives Up Fuel Costs: 'Indication Of Stress' Walmart may soon start hiking prices due to skyrocketing fuel costs from the US-Israeli war with Iran. The retail giant hinted at the increases during a quarterly earnings call on Thursday, May 21. Chief financial officer John David Rainey said that Walmart lost about $175 million in operating income due to increasing fuel costs in the first quarter. The warning came even as Walmart reported strong first-quarter results. Revenue rose 7.3% to $177.8 billion, while US same-store sales grew 4.1% and total e-commerce sales jumped 26% globally. Still, Rainey said that rising gasoline …

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by Chris Spiker
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Bush's Gives Classic Baked Beans A Wild Summer Twist: See What's New Bush's Gives Classic Baked Beans A Wild Summer Twist: See What's New
Bush's Gives Classic Baked Beans A Wild Summer Twist: See What's New Bush's is putting a different spin on its popular baked beans with three strange flavors inspired by classic summer snacks and desserts. Bush Brothers & Company announced the limited-edition lineup in a news release on Wednesday, May 20. The unusual baked bean flavors include Dill Pickle, Apple Pie, and Rocket Pop. The company said the new flavors are meant to blend nostalgia with bold tastes while creating conversation at summer cookouts. "With these new Baked Bean flavors, we want to surprise people and bring a new energy to the barbecue spread, because the best dishes aren't ju…

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by Chris Spiker
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Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recalled Over Undeclared Shrimp Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recalled Over Undeclared Shrimp
Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recalled Over Undeclared Shrimp A ready-to-eat favorite is being pulled from shelves due to a potentially dangerous labeling issue. Kettle Cuisine of Lynn, Massachusetts, is recalling 24-ounce cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup because they may contain undeclared shrimp, according to a company announcement posted by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, May 21.  People with allergies to crustacean shellfish, including shrimp, could face a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they eat the soup. The recalled soup was sold in Whole Foods retail stores in AL, CT, DC, FL, GA, MA, MD, M…

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by Joe Lombardi