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Trader Joe's Popular Mini Totes Return With Halloween Colors: When You Can Get One Trader Joe's is bringing back its viral mini canvas tote bags with a spooky twist. Halloween versions of the $2.99 bags will arrive in stores, a Trader Joe's spokesperson confirmed to Daily Voice on Thursday, Oct. 2. The totes will be available nationwide while supplies last on Wednesday, Oct. 8. The limited-edition totes will come in four Halloween-themed designs: solid black, solid orange, solid purple, and a multicolor option featuring black, orange, green, and purple. Customers can ask employees at any store about the bags' availability. The holiday drop follows several earli…

by Chris Spiker

10/03/2025

Arlington, VA

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Groceries Harder To Afford For Nearly Half Of Americans Than In 2024: Poll Nearly half of Americans say groceries are harder to afford than a year ago, according to a new survey. The Harris/Axios Vibes poll found that 47% of Americans believe groceries are more difficult to afford than they were in September 2024. The findings were released on Thursday, Oct. 2. More than half (54%) of independents and 50% of Democrats said grocery costs are harder to bear, while about a third (34%) of Republicans agreed with them. Just 19% of all people surveyed said prices are easier to manage, while about one in three say costs feel the same. John Gerzema, CEO of…

by Chris Spiker

10/02/2025

Hartford, CT

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Walmart Joins Push To Remove Artificial Dyes, Additives From Food Products The nation's largest retailer is the latest corporation promising to eliminate artificial food dyes from its products. Walmart will remove synthetic dyes and more than 30 other additives from all of its private brand foods, the company announced on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The change covers Great Value, Marketside, Freshness Guaranteed, and bettergoods products. Reformulated items will roll out gradually, with all changes finished by January 2027. Walmart said about 90% of its private brand foods are already dye-free, but this move will ensure all items meet the new standard. …

by Chris Spiker

10/02/2025

Elmont, NY

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Peloton Raises Prices, Unveils New Equipment Amid Sales Slump: 'It's A Relaunch' Peloton members will start paying more as the fitness company rolls out its biggest upgrade in years. The All-Access Membership will increase from $44 to $49.99, Peloton announced on Tuesday, Oct. 1. The App+ plan will rise from $24 to $28.99, and App One will increase from $12.99 to $15.99. The hikes take effect immediately. Peloton is also introducing Peloton IQ, an AI-powered coaching system that tracks form, reps, and workout history to deliver personalized feedback and training plans. The company also launched its Cross Training Series, a complete refresh of it…

by Chris Spiker

10/02/2025

Hartford, CT

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National Taco Day 2025: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals Several national chains are offering special deals on a huge day for taco lovers. National Taco Day 2025 falls on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The holiday itself began in San Antonio in the 1960s, and many companies revived it in 2009, according to National Day Calendar. The history of tacos dates back centuries to Indigenous people in ancient Mexico. The first "taco feast" documented by Europeans was hosted by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés. The modern word "taco" is believed to come from 18th-century silver miners who thought meat-filled tortillas resembled the paper-wrapped charges of gunp…

by Chris Spiker

10/02/2025

Bensalem, PA

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Rita's Celebrates 'Abbott Elementary' With New Treat, Special Deal Two Philadelphia icons are celebrating teachers with a new frozen treat and a special deal for everyone. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has launched a new limited-time flavor called Faculty Favorite Mango Ice. The treat is available now at participating Rita's locations nationwide and can be ordered in signature creations like a Mango Gelati layered with vanilla frozen custard or a Mango Ice Blender. The new flavor celebrates the fifth season of the Emmy Award-winning show "Abbott Elementary," which premieres at 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The hit ABC sitcom follows a group of …

by Chris Spiker

10/01/2025

Hartford, CT

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Amazon's New Grocery Brand Launches With Staples Under $5: What To Know Amazon is targeting "price-conscious" shoppers with the launch of a new brand featuring hundreds of items priced under $5. The online retail giant officially unveiled Amazon Grocery on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The new brand combines favorites from Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly into a single line, spanning produce, dairy, meat, seafood, pantry staples, and snacks. The rollout expands Amazon's grocery footprint as more households look for ways to stretch their food budgets. "With Amazon Grocery, we're simplifying how customers discover and shop our extensive private label food selection while …

by Chris Spiker

10/01/2025

Hartford, CT

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Wendy's Launches New Tenders As Latest 'Chicken Wars' Competitor The fast-food chicken battle just got another contender. Wendy's is rolling out new crispy chicken tenders called "Tendys," the company announced on Tuesday, Sept. 30. The all-white-meat chicken in seasoned, crispy breading comes with a choice of six new dipping sauces. Tendys are available in three- and four-piece combos, kids' meals, or sold separately. They also have larger dip cups to dunk sauces like Signature, Sweet Chili, Scorchin' Hot, Creamy Ranch, Honey BBQ, and Honey Mustard. Wendy's said it sees the new tenders as the next step in its growing chicken lineup.…

by Chris Spiker

10/01/2025

Arlington, VA

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Private Hiring Plummets As Government Shutdown Begins, Labor Market Weakens: ADP September's private-sector hiring showed its sharpest decline in more than two years, according to closely watched data. Private employers cut 32,000 jobs in September, according to the ADP National Employment Report released on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The report came just hours after the start of the first federal government shutdown since 2019, which has halted the release of official labor statistics. Without the Bureau of Labor Statistics' monthly jobs report and weekly unemployment claims, the ADP's data is the only nationwide snapshot of employment a…

by Chris Spiker

10/01/2025

National Interest

Zillow, Redfin Entered $100M Deal To Kill Rental Ad Competition: FTC The federal government is suing Zillow and Redfin, accusing the real estate giants of cutting an illegal deal to eliminate competition in rental housing advertising, potentially hurting millions of renters. The Federal Trade Commission announced the lawsuit on Tuesday, Sept. 30. The agency claims that Zillow paid Redfin $100 million to dismantle itself as a competitor in the internet listing services market for multifamily rentals. According to the FTC, the February agreement required Redfin to end contracts with its advertising clients. Redfin then handed its business to Zillow and pr…

by Chris Spiker

10/01/2025

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