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Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut ice cream? Yes, you read that right—Urban Churn is once again delighting adventurous taste buds with its famously unique and surprisingly delicious Sauerkraut Ice Cream. This limited-time yearly classic is a bold way to ring in the New Year, blending the tangy zest of sauerkraut with creamy goodness that has become a must-try tradition for many. A New Year’s Tradition With A Twist For Pennsylvanians of German heritage, pork and sauerkraut are New Year’s staples, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Urban Churn, a Central Pennsylvania favorite, has elevated this tradition by tr…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Forks Up: New Long Island Restaurants Diners Savored In 2025 Forks Up: New Long Island Restaurants Diners Savored In 2025
Forks Up: New Long Island Restaurants Diners Savored In 2025 From glittering cocktails by the harbor to steamy dim sum baskets and over-the-top brunch plates, Long Island’s dining scene got a serious glow-up in 2025. Across Nassau and Suffolk counties, a wave of new restaurants opened their doors this year, bringing bold flavors, fresh concepts, and neighborhood buzz. Whether it’s upscale Italian rooted in family tradition, farm-to-table comfort steps from the train station, or Asian fusion that locals can’t stop talking about, these newcomers are already making their mark. Here’s a look at some of the standout Long Island restaurants that opened in…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025 Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025
Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025 Not every story that captures our attention involves fame, power, or breaking news — sometimes it’s the quiet moments, the personal battles, and the unexpected acts of courage that stay with us the longest. Throughout 2025, Daily Voice readers showed up in droves for stories about everyday people facing extraordinary moments: neighbors protecting one another, families navigating illness and loss, strangers stepping up in life-changing ways, and lives shaped by resilience, love, and community. From centenarians still dancing to children fighting cancer, from selfless organ donors to viral mo…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights
Netflix January Lineup: New 'Bridgerton,' Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Thriller Among Highlights Netflix is kicking off 2026 with a packed January lineup, featuring major original series, blockbuster movies, and a wave of classic titles joining the platform.  The month's most significant highlights include the return of "Bridgerton" and the debut of a new thriller pairing Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, according to multiple outlets, including Netflix, the independent outlet What's on Netflix, and Variety. The hit period drama "Bridgerton" returns for Season 4, Part 1, with Benedict Bridgerton stepping into the spotlight. Fans can stream the first four episodes starting Thursday, Jan.…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025 Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025
Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025 From celebrities packing up and leaving the country to surprise appearances, viral TV moments, and hometown returns, New York found itself at the center of pop culture conversation again and again this year. Whether it was a political statement that crossed borders, a meet-and-greet that left fans frustrated, or a single unscripted moment that lit up social media, these stories captured how quickly local moments can ripple far beyond New York. Here’s a look back at Daily Voice’s top 10 New York celebrity stories of 2025, ranked by pageviews. Rosie O’Donnell and President Donald Trump.…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s
Americans Admit This Happens Every Year Between Christmas, New Year’s That quiet stretch between Christmas and New Year’s has a way of blurring together, and many Americans say they feel it more than they realize. A new survey suggests people routinely lose track of time during the final days of December, forgetting what day it is several times before the calendar flips. The phenomenon shows up so often that researchers describe the period as one of the most unorthodox weeks of the year. Americans will forget what day it is nearly five times between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day on Thursday, Jan. 1, according to a survey of 2,000 adults conducted by Talker…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’ New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’
New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’ A group of outsiders is trading Wi-Fi, electricity, and indoor plumbing for bonnets, buggies, and strict rules in TLC’s newest reality series set deep in Amish country in Pennsylvania. In TLC’s new reality show “Suddenly Amish,” six people from across the United States leave behind their modern “English” lifestyles and immerse themselves in a traditional Amish community in Lancaster County, where they must decide whether they are willing to permanently convert to Amish life. “While ‘Rumspringa’ offers Amish the chance to experience the outside world, very rarely are outsiders allowed in,” t…

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by Jillian Pikora
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New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List
New Year's Eve Celebrations Are Best In These Northeast Cities: See Full List Northeast and mid-Atlantic cities offer everything from iconic New Year's Eve celebrations to cheaper alternatives away from Times Square, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best Cities for New Year's Eve Celebrations on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The personal finance website ranked 100 of the largest US cities using 26 factors tied to the last night of the year, including nightlife options, fireworks laws, food affordability, hotel prices, safety, and weather forecasts. While the ball drop in New York City may be the most iconic celebration, the Big Apple finishe…

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by Chris Spiker
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Is It Yours? $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Purchased At Lindenhurst Business Is It Yours? $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Purchased At Lindenhurst Business
Is It Yours? $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Purchased At Lindenhurst Business Someone on Long Island could be sitting on a million-dollar payday. A second-prize-winning Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold in Lindenhurst, at the Ultra station located at 571 West Montauk Highway, according to the New York Lottery. The ticket was purchased for the Powerball drawing held Monday, Dec. 22. Monday’s winning numbers were 3-18-36-41-54 and the Powerball was 7. Players can check their ticket status on the New York Lottery website.

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by Michael Mashburn
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NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores
NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores With the holiday shopping season wrapping up, New York officials are urging consumers to review store return policies closely to avoid surprise fees, denied refunds, or wasted trips. The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection issued new guidance Wednesday, Dec. 24, reminding shoppers that return and refund rules vary widely by retailer, both in-store and online. “Before making a trip to the store, keep in mind that return and exchange policies vary by retailer,” said Secretary of State Walter Mosley. Reviewing those policies ahead of time can help consumers save time…

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by Michael Mashburn
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$1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Long Island Business $1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Long Island Business
$1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Long Island Business A Powerball player on Long Island is starting the new year a whole lot richer after a $1 million winning ticket was sold in Valley Stream. The second-prize-winning ticket matched five numbers in the Monday, Dec. 22 Powerball drawing and was sold at Gurucharan and Brothers, located at 100 West Merrick Road in Valley Stream, according to the New York Lottery. While no one hit the top Powerball jackpot in Monday night’s drawing, the prize pool is now climbing into jaw-dropping territory. The next jackpot is estimated at $1.7 billion, with a cash value of $781.3 million. The next Powerball dra…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing
Americans To Celebrate Christmas Differently In 2025, Survey Finds: What's Changing Americans who celebrate Christmas are decorating earlier, staying home more, and embracing re-gifting, according to a new survey. BetMGM Casino released its findings to try and settle "The Great Christmas Debate" last month. The gambling company aimed to answer big holiday questions about decorations, traditions, and gifts. One of the biggest changes is how early the season begins. More than one in five (22%) Americans decorate before Thanksgiving, with many treating Nov. 1 as the unofficial start of the holidays. Nearly half of respondents (48%) take their tree down before Twelfth Night, …

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by Chris Spiker