Delivery Drivers Targeted In String Of Greenbelt Carjackings Delivery Drivers Targeted In String Of Greenbelt Carjackings
Delivery Drivers Targeted In String Of Greenbelt Carjackings Delivery drivers seemed to be the target of the night in Greenbelt after two were carjacked within an hour of each other, authorities say. A food delivery driver was first attacked around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, on the 7800 block of Hanover Parkway, according to Greenbelt Police. The victim's blue Toyota Corolla was taken by four men wearing all black and black face masks who were armed with a handgun, investigators said. Then, the second victim was approached shortly before 9 p.m. by two men wearing all black with black face masks and armed with handguns. The suspects fled the scene …
Yonkers Man Sentenced For Firing AK-47 At Food Delivery Driver Yonkers Man Sentenced For Firing AK-47 At Food Delivery Driver
Yonkers Man Sentenced For Firing AK-47 At Food Delivery Driver A Westchester County man has been sentenced to five years in prison for firing an AK-47 at a food delivery driver last year. Perry Foy, age 38, of Yonkers, was sentenced on Friday, June 24, for firing numerous times at a pizza delivery driver whom he did not know. “There will be zero tolerance for terrorizing communities with dangerous weapons like AK-47s,” Westchester County DA Miriam Rocah said. “As I outlined in my recent Gun Safety Plan, our top priority is getting illegal guns off our streets with a promise that my office will vigorously prosecute those who commit gun crimes."  On Sa…
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY A delivery-only burger chain created by a YouTuber with millions of subscribers is catching on in New York. MrBeast Burger was created by Jimmy Donaldson, who has more than 94 million subscribers on his MrBeast YouTube channel, in partnership with Virtual Dining Concepts. The business operates out of other restaurants' kitchens, and its burgers are available to order through food delivery apps. The menu includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, and Impossible burgers.  The locations have expanded across the United States, including an expanding number of locations in New York. According…
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In Massachusetts MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In Massachusetts
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In Massachusetts A delivery-only burger chain created by a YouTuber with millions of subscribers is catching on in Massachusetts. MrBeast Burger was created by Jimmy Donaldson, who has more than 94 million subscribers on his MrBeast YouTube channel, in partnership with Virtual Dining Concepts. The business operates out of other restaurants' kitchens, and its burgers are available to order through food delivery apps. The menu includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, and Impossible burgers.  The locations have expanded across the United States, including a number of locations in Massachusetts. According …
'Don't Be a Douchebag': Texts From North Jersey Restaurant To Customer Go Viral 'Don't Be a Douchebag': Texts From North Jersey Restaurant To Customer Go Viral
'Don't Be a Douchebag': Texts From North Jersey Restaurant To Customer Go Viral Antagonistic messages between a North Jersey restaurant and a customer checking the status of his food have gone viral. Montclair's Joe Stephen reached out to Get Stuffed in Union to see where his Uber Eats delivery was earlier this month, when the owner quickly became antagonistic, according to text messages and a report by NJ Advance Media. Stephen tells the restaurant it's been more than 45 minutes that he's been waiting. "Bumper to bumper everywhere and flooding everywhere," the restaurant says. "Getting driver info and it's not due yet — would you like us to ask somebody to jump into …
Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe
Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe Restaurant chain Friendly's has launched its first fast-casual cafe.  The company announced that it has opened its first "Friendly's Cafe" in Hampden County, Massachusetts.  The eatery is located at 291 East Main St. in Westfield. It opened on Saturday, Feb. 26, representatives said.  The 2,700 square-foot location seats 45 guests. Guests can either order directly at the counter or use a QR code at the table to have food delivered, Friendly's said.  Orders can also be placed online and either delivered or picked up at designated "to-go" areas. "Friendly's Cafe de…
16-Year-Old Boy Surrenders In Killing Of Baltimore DoorDash Driver 16-Year-Old Boy Surrenders In Killing Of Baltimore DoorDash Driver
16-Year-Old Boy Surrenders In Killing Of Baltimore DoorDash Driver A 16-year-old boy has surrendered in the senseless January killing of a Maryland mom and DoorDash driver Cheryl McCormack, authorities announced. The unidentified teen was arrested on a first-degree murder charge around 12:40 a.m. on Feb. 23 at Baltimore police headquarters, police said. He was read his Miranda Rights and transported to Central Booking. McCormack was reportedly in between jobs was shot and killed on Jan. 23, leaving behind her husband and three kids. Her car had broken down on White Avenue while she was making a food delivery and was approached by two men trying to rob he…
‘Insomnia Cookies’ Late-Night Bakery Sets Grand Opening Date For New Brunswick Store ‘Insomnia Cookies’ Late-Night Bakery Sets Grand Opening Date For New Brunswick Store
‘Insomnia Cookies’ Late-Night Bakery Sets Grand Opening Date For New Brunswick Store Dessert lovers, rejoice: late-night bakery franchise Insomnia Cookies will soon open a store in New Brunswick. With two other stores in the Garden State and 200 nationwide locations, Insomnia Cookies offers warm, fresh and decadent desserts that can be picked up or delivered right to your front door. The new shop is located on Easton Avenue — just two blocks from Rutgers University College Avenue Campus — and will deliver to the campus, as well as downtown New Brunswick and surrounding neighborhoods. Slated to launch August 28, the franchise is offering Rutgers students and other community…
New Restaurant Offers Inventive Food From Long Island 'Ghost Kitchen' New Restaurant Offers Inventive Food From Long Island 'Ghost Kitchen'
New Restaurant Offers Inventive Food From Long Island 'Ghost Kitchen' A new "ghost kitchen" recently opened on Long Island is becoming all the rage with foodies who like to eat healthily and on the go. Jeera, a "ghost kitchen restaurant" that operates inside a Long Island favorite --  Akbar -- the Indian restaurant in Garden City, serves healthy wraps, salads, and snack rolls with bold and unique Indian flavors, all to go, or for delivery.  Ghost kitchens are opening up all over the country as dining out has changed since the pandemic and allows several restauranteurs to operate out of a single location (kitchen) and then sell their food through takeout or d…
‘Sweet Twins’ Candy & Variety Shop Opens In Sussex County ‘Sweet Twins’ Candy & Variety Shop Opens In Sussex County
‘Sweet Twins’ Candy & Variety Shop Opens In Sussex County One-of-a-kind candy shop ‘Sweet Twins Candy and Varieties’ has opened its doors in Sussex County. The shop opened this week in Highland Lakes and offers a massive selection of sugary treats like candy, cake and ice cream as well as toys, games, stuffed animals, perfumes and other “varieties.” The shop also has a full deli serving sandwiches, smoothies, natural juices, coffee, empanadas, hotdogs and more. Your favorite treats can even be delivered right to your door — now that’s sweet! Sweet Twins opened this week in Highland Lakes and offers a massive selection of sugary treats like c…
Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Over The Top' Entrees, Quick Pickup Ordering Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Over The Top' Entrees, Quick Pickup Ordering
Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Over The Top' Entrees, Quick Pickup Ordering If you're looking for a Thai restaurant with dishes that explode in your mouth and quick pickup service, than one Fairfield County restaurant is your spot. The Thai Kit in Fairfield is making a big hit with local foodies and Yelpers alike. A look at their five-star reviews show just why the restaurant is making such a big hit. "When my wife and I eat out or take out, it's usually Thai. Of great Connecticut Thai restaurants we have experienced in Manchester, South Windsor, West Hartford, Canton, Farmington, and Fairfield, the food at Thai Kit in Fairfield is over the top," said one Yelp fo…
Jersey Mike's Subs Opening New Location In Morris County Jersey Mike's Subs Opening New Location In Morris County
Jersey Mike's Subs Opening New Location In Morris County Jersey Mike’s will soon open the doors of its newest Morris County sub shop. The new store is located at 182 Ridgedale Ave. in Florham Park, the chain’s website says. While the sub chain's dining rooms remain temporarily closed due to COVID-19 precautions, takeout/pickup orders can be placed online or via the store’s app.  Delivery will also be available in many areas via third-party services. Though an official opening date has yet to be announced, employees are complying with all COVID-19 guidelines followed by other stores. “The health and well-being of Jersey Mike’s guests and o…