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Flights Grounded At Newark As Hurricane Melissa, Shutdown Chaos Collide: FAA Flights Grounded At Newark As Hurricane Melissa, Shutdown Chaos Collide: FAA
Flights Grounded At Newark As Hurricane Melissa, Shutdown Chaos Collide: FAA It’s shaping up to be one of the roughest travel weeks of the year. A deepening government shutdown, unpaid air traffic controllers, and the arrival of Hurricane Melissa have combined to snarl flights nationwide, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warned on Wednesday, Oct. 29. A nearly two-hour ground stop at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday, Oct. 26, was followed by new FAA alerts forecasting disruptions at Boston Logan, Denver, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, Newark Liberty, Orlando, and Tampa International Airports. The agency cited staffing shortages and weather as key ca…
BBQ Chain With Tyngsborough Location Closing Restaurants, Converting Some To Twin Peaks BBQ Chain With Tyngsborough Location Closing Restaurants, Converting Some To Twin Peaks
BBQ Chain With Tyngsborough Location Closing Restaurants, Converting Some To Twin Peaks Popular barbecue restaurant chain Smokey Bones is scaling back as underperforming restaurants shut down or are being rebranded. Parent company Twin Hospitality Group said it will have closed 15 Smokey Bones locations by the end of September. Nearly 20 restaurants are being converted into Twin Peaks, a mountain lodge-themed chain known as a "breastaurant" for its waitresses with revealing outfits similar to Hooters. The company said the Twin Peaks brand is delivering stronger sales. "Smokey Bones is a beloved brand that has amassed a loyal following over the years," said CEO …
Davey Johnson Dies, Won ’86 World Series As Mets Manager Davey Johnson Dies, Won ’86 World Series As Mets Manager
Davey Johnson Dies, Won ’86 World Series As Mets Manager Davey Johnson, the blunt, data‑driven manager who delivered the 1986 Mets’ last World Series crown, has died. The 82-year-old Johnson's death came on  Friday, Sept. 5, capping a singular run as both standout second baseman and elite skipper whose Mets tally of 595 wins remains a franchise record. A cause of death has not yet been released. Born in Orlando, Florida, and raised in Texas, Johnson starred as a slick‑fielding second baseman, winning three Gold Gloves (1969–71) and making four All‑Star teams (1968–70, 1973).  He played for the Orioles (1965–72), Braves (1973–75), Phill…
'Never Ending Pasta Bowl' Returns To Olive Garden Despite Soaring Food Prices: Here's When 'Never Ending Pasta Bowl' Returns To Olive Garden Despite Soaring Food Prices: Here's When
'Never Ending Pasta Bowl' Returns To Olive Garden Despite Soaring Food Prices: Here's When Despite inflation and President Donald Trump's tariffs, Olive Garden isn't budging on the price of its most popular deal. Olive Garden's fan-favorite "Never Ending Pasta Bowl" will return on Monday, Aug. 25. The deal includes unlimited pasta, soup or salad, and signature breadsticks for the same $13.99 price since 2022. The promotion stands out as menu prices nationwide climb to record highs. "In a time when prices seem to rise with every season, Olive Garden is keeping the price of its most beloved offer exactly the same," the Italian restaurant chain said in a news release. Early a…
Amazon Adds Fresh Groceries To Same-Day Delivery: What To Know Amazon Adds Fresh Groceries To Same-Day Delivery: What To Know
Amazon Adds Fresh Groceries To Same-Day Delivery: What To Know Amazon is expanding its same-day deliveries to include fresh produce, meat, dairy, and other grocery staples. Thousands of perishable items have been added to Amazon's Same-Day Delivery service, the company announced in a news release on Wednesday, Aug. 13. The rollout covers more than 1,000 US cities and towns, with a target of more than 2,300 by the end of 2025. Amazon Prime members will get quick access to fresh foods like fruit, vegetables, meat, and baked goods. “We're continuously innovating to make grocery shopping simpler, faster, and more affordable for our customers, es…
Maryland Power Grid Terror Plot: Neo-Nazi Sentenced For Attempt To 'Destroy Baltimore' Maryland Power Grid Terror Plot: Neo-Nazi Sentenced For Attempt To 'Destroy Baltimore'
Maryland Power Grid Terror Plot: Neo-Nazi Sentenced For Attempt To 'Destroy Baltimore' A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist who founded one of the nation’s most violent extremist groups has been sentenced for plotting to destroy Maryland’s power grid — and attempting to “completely lay this city to waste,” federal prosecutors announced. Brandon Clint Russell, 30, of Orlando, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for conspiring to damage or destroy electrical facilities in Baltimore and across the Maryland region, according to federal officials. Russell is the founder of Atomwaffen Division, a neo-Nazi organization established in …
TSA Announces New Changes At Security Checkpoints TSA Announces New Changes At Security Checkpoints
TSA Announces New Changes At Security Checkpoints Traveling just got a little easier at America’s airports.  The Department of Homeland Security has announced new changes to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints.  They are rolling out dedicated lanes for families and military members to streamline the screening process. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem introduced the “Families on the Fly” program at Nashville International Airport on Tuesday, Aug. 5.  She explained that families traveling with children will now have access to special security lanes designed to make the process less stressful. The…
Best Of The Best: New Ranking Reveals America's Top Amusement Park Best Of The Best: New Ranking Reveals America's Top Amusement Park
Best Of The Best: New Ranking Reveals America's Top Amusement Park Move over, Walt Disney. There's a new favorite amusement park in America. As the country heads into the "dog days of summer," Tripadvisor has released its 2025 rankings of the most popular amusement and water parks — and there was a surprise at the top of the list. Dollywood in Tennessee — the brainchild of famed performer Dolly Parton — took top honors this year, with reviewers citing its “downhome feel with singalongs and a museum dedicated to Parton’s life, plus high-velocity roller coasters and thrill rides.” The ranking cited multiple “five-star” reviews from patrons who shared storie…
NJ Hospital Named Among Top 20 In America: Brand-New Rankings Released NJ Hospital Named Among Top 20 In America: Brand-New Rankings Released
NJ Hospital Named Among Top 20 In America: Brand-New Rankings Released U.S. News & World Report has released its brand-new hospital rankings for 2025-26, and several East Coast facilities have earned spots on the prestigious list of the Top 20 in the nation. The 2025-26 Best Hospitals “Honor Roll,” published Tuesday, July 29, features just 20 hospitals nationwide, selected from more than 4,500 reviewed across the country. Hospitals earn their spot based on top performance across 15 adult specialties and 22 procedures and conditions, with scores drawn from survival rates, patient outcomes, nurse staffing, patient experience, and reputation among specialists…
Spirit Adding Flights From Atlantic City Airport To Miami: Here's What To Know Spirit Adding Flights From Atlantic City Airport To Miami: Here's What To Know
Spirit Adding Flights From Atlantic City Airport To Miami: Here's What To Know Jersey Shore travelers will soon have a new way to reach South Florida. Spirit Airlines is launching nonstop flights from Atlantic City International Airport to Miami International Airport, a spokesperson said to the Daily Voice on Friday, June 13. The seasonal service starts Wednesday, Aug. 13. The flights will be offered four times a week: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. "We know many of our Atlantic City guests enjoy traveling to South Florida, and we're excited to make it easier to visit Miami and enjoy the city's beautiful beaches, unique culture and exciting ni…
Shake Shack Burgers Available On Delta Flights From NYC-Area Airport Shake Shack Burgers Available On Delta Flights From NYC-Area Airport
Shake Shack Burgers Available On Delta Flights From Nyc-area Airport Flyers at John F. Kennedy International Airport can now enjoy Shake Shack burgers on some flights. Delta's partnership with Shake Shack expanded to JFK on Tuesday, June 3. Shake Shack's cheeseburgers are available for first-class passengers on Delta flights from JFK that are at least 900 miles long. The build-your-own ShackBurger features a 100% Angus beef patty, toasted potato bun, and custom toppings. The meal also includes a tray of potato chips inspired by Shake Shack's classic fries, giving customers a full Shack-style meal while in the air. Shake Shack and Delta first teame…
Millstone Man Indicted, Fatally Struck, Dragged Teen With Car: Prosecutor Millstone Man Indicted, Fatally Struck, Dragged Teen With Car: Prosecutor
Millstone Man Indicted, Fatally Struck, Dragged Teen With Car: Prosecutor A 23-year-old Millstone Township man was indicted by a grand jury on Friday, May 23 after he killed a man in a fatal crash in February and then later fled to Florida, authorities said. Dominic Allen was charged with vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said. On Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 4:02 p.m., the Neptune Township and Asbury Park police departments responded to Stratford Avenue between Fisher and Myrtle Avenues and found Kyzair Robinson, a 19-year-old Asbury Park resident, lying in the roadway with severe injuri…
Southwest's New Carry-On Rule Targets Fire Risks: Here's What's Changing Southwest's New Carry-On Rule Targets Fire Risks: Here's What's Changing
Southwest's New Carry-On Rule Targets Fire Risks: Here's What's Changing Passengers flying on Southwest Airlines will soon have to take their portable chargers out of their bags if they want to use them in the air. Southwest will begin a new policy requiring portable charging devices to be kept in plain sight on Wednesday, May 28. Power banks in use during flights can't be stashed in carry-ons or overhead bins. The rule aims to reduce the risk of mid-air fires caused by overheating battery packs, which have become a growing concern for airlines. "Southwest will introduce a first-in-industry safety policy on May 28 requiring customers to keep portable …
Doctors Warned Him Not To Drive, He Did Anyway: Now He's Guilty In Deadly Paterson Crash Doctors Warned Him Not To Drive, He Did Anyway: Now He's Guilty In Deadly Paterson Crash
Doctors Warned Him Not To Drive, He Did Anyway: Now He's Guilty In Deadly Paterson Crash A Florida man who ran a stop sign and killed a pedestrian in Paterson in 2019 has been found guilty of reckless vehicular homicide, authorities announced. Alvin W. Mootoo, 52, of Orlando, FL, was convicted by a jury on Monday, May 19, following a trial in Passaic County Superior Court, according to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes. The jury returned verdicts of guilty for Death by Auto / Reckless Vehicular Homicide and Assault by Auto, Valdes said. According to trial evidence, the crash happened on Jan. 2, 2019, when Mootoo was driving a black Buick Encore at approximately 55 mi…
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record More Americans are planning trips for Memorial Day weekend, with a new forecast suggesting this year could set a new benchmark for holiday travel. AAA projects more than 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home during the five-day holiday stretch, making it the busiest Memorial Day weekend for domestic travel since 2005. That year, 44 million people took trips. This year’s forecast includes an estimated 39.4 million people expected to hit the road. Driving remains the preferred travel method for Memorial Day, with roughly 87 percent choosing to travel by car.  Lower-t…
Delta Plane's Engine Bursts Into Flames, Prompting Emergency Evacuation Delta Plane's Engine Bursts Into Flames, Prompting Emergency Evacuation
Delta Plane's Engine Bursts Into Flames, Prompting Emergency Evacuation A Delta Air Lines plane was evacuated after an engine fire broke out. The incident occurred at approximately 11:15 a.m. on Monday, April 21, involving Flight 1213, which was bound for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport while pushing back from the gate at Orlando International Airport in Florida. Passengers were swiftly evacuated using emergency slides as airport responders arrived on the scene. There were no reported injuries among the 282 individuals aboard the aircraft, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Blaze Breaks Out At Disney World, Sends Smoke Towering Over Epcot Theme Park Blaze Breaks Out At Disney World, Sends Smoke Towering Over Epcot Theme Park
Blaze Breaks Out At Disney World, Sends Smoke Towering Over Epcot Theme Park A fire erupted at Walt Disney World's Epcot Theme Park in Orlando, Florida, amid the busy spring break season. The blaze on Saturday night, March 22 created a tower of smoke and forced guests to be evacuated from a ride. The incident began in a backstage area behind the France Pavilion, where a walk-in cooler caught fire, Disney officials confirmed.  The area is restricted to employees and not accessible to guests. The fire was quickly extinguished and did not spread beyond the immediate vicinity. No injuries were reported. Footage shared on social media shows thick black smoke risi…
Unhelmeted Camp Hill Teen Killed In Daytona Bike Week Motorcycle Crash Identified Unhelmeted Camp Hill Teen Killed In Daytona Bike Week Motorcycle Crash Identified
Unhelmeted Camp Hill Teen Killed In Daytona Bike Week Motorcycle Crash Identified A Cumberland County teenager has been identified as the victim of a fatal motorcycle crash during Daytona Bike Week in Florida, authorities announced. Jael Cabral, 19, of Camp Hill, was riding a Honda VTX1300c northbound on Dean Road near Bloomfield Drive in Orlando when a Toyota Scion XB turned left into his path, Florida Highway Patrol said. The impact sent Cabral flying from his bike shortly before 7 p.m. on Friday, March 8. Cabral was rushed to AdventHealth East Orlando Hospital, where he later died, troopers said. He was not wearing a helmet. The 32-year-old Orlando man behind the whe…
Spirit Adding First Nonstop Flights To Two Southern Cities From Newark Airport Spirit Adding First Nonstop Flights To Two Southern Cities From Newark Airport
Spirit Adding First Nonstop Flights To Two Southern Cities From Newark Airport New Jersey travelers will soon be able to fly nonstop to two new destinations in the South. Spirit Airlines will offer direct service from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) and Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA). Spirit announced the flights in news releases on Wednesday, Mar. 5.  Nonstop flights to Chattanooga will begin on Wednesday, June 4, and service to Columbia will start the next day. The flights will take off four times a week and introductory fares start at $50 one way. In June, Spirit will also begin nonstop service from Columbi…
Casey Anthony Resurfaces To Advocate For Slain Daughter In Viral TikTok Debut Casey Anthony Resurfaces To Advocate For Slain Daughter In Viral TikTok Debut
Casey Anthony Resurfaces To Advocate For Slain Daughter In Viral TikTok Debut Casey Anthony is making a comeback—on TikTok. The former Florida mom, acquitted in 2011 of murder charges related to the death of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee, has reemerged as a self-proclaimed legal advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, women like herself, and her daughter, she says in the video posted Saturday, March 1. “For those of you who don’t know, my name is Casey Anthony. My daughter is Caylee Anthony. My parents are George and Cindy Anthony. This is not about them. This is not in response to anything that they have said or done… The whole point of this is for me to begin to reint…
JetBlue To Add Nonstop Flights To New England City From NYC Airport JetBlue To Add Nonstop Flights To New England City From NYC Airport
JetBlue To Add Nonstop Flights To New England City From NYC Airport An airline will soon offer nonstop flights from New York City to another city in New England. JetBlue is expanding its Northeast service with new daily nonstop flights between Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), the airline said in a news release on Thursday, Feb. 27. The flight will mark the only direct air connection between New Hampshire and New York City. The summer seasonal service begins Thursday, June 12, and will run through Saturday, Oct. 25.  "With this new route, we're making it easier than ever for travelers in New Hamp…
Frontier Plans Flights From JFK To Three New Destinations, Special Deals Offered Frontier Plans Flights From JFK To Three New Destinations, Special Deals Offered
Frontier Plans Flights From JFK To Three New Destinations, Special Deals Offered Frontier Airlines is expanding its presence at John F. Kennedy International Airport with three new nonstop routes launching in the spring of 2025, officials said. Frontier will start flying from JFK to Miami, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Los Angeles, the airline said in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 7. The three destinations are known as major hubs for American Airlines. Daily service from JFK to Miami International Airport will begin on Sunday, Mar. 30, and Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, May 1. Four flights a week will travel between JFK and Dallas Fort Worth International Air…
Camden Murder Suspect Captured In FL After License Plate Alert, Police Say Camden Murder Suspect Captured In FL After License Plate Alert, Police Say
Camden Murder Suspect Captured In FL After License Plate Alert, Police Say A man wanted for attempted murder in Camden County was arrested in central Florida, authorities said. Edwin Facenda Suriel, 46, was taken into custody in Haines City, FL, on Monday, Dec. 9, according to an arrest report from Florida Highway Patrol. Haines City is in Polk County, about an hour southwest of Orlando and roughly 90 minutes northeast of Tampa. A trooper received an alert at around 10:51 a.m. to watch for a black Dodge Ram pickup with New Jersey license plates. The truck was reportedly linked to a shooting in Camden County. A license plate reader camera took a photo of the …
NYC Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings NYC Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings
NYC Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings Moving On Up: Here's Where NYC Ranks Among World's Best Cities New York City has made significant progress in a new list of the world's best cities.  The 2024 Top 100 City Destinations Index, published by Euromonitor International, ranks global cities based on tourism performance, sustainability, and economic strength. While Paris retained its crown as the top city, New York City climbed higher on the list, continuing to cement its place as a top global destination. It was ranked 10th last year, and is now at No. 6. The Top 10 cities in the rankings include: No. 1: Paris. No. 2: Ma…
Woman Accused Of Killing Her Roommate In Florida Found Living In Hartford: Police Woman Accused Of Killing Her Roommate In Florida Found Living In Hartford: Police
Woman Accused Of Killing Her Roommate In Florida Found Living In Hartford: Police A Florida woman who is accused of killing her roommate just after Christmas 2022 was arrested this week in Connecticut, authorities said.  Gisselle Victoria-Gonzalez, age 42, was busted in Hartford on Wednesday, Nov. 6 on an extradition warrant out of Orlando, the police blotter said. She is charged with second-degree murder in the death of Runyleidy Medina-Pacheco, also 42, Orlando Police said. She also faces one count of tampering with physical evidence and one count of grand theft. Medina-Pacheco traveled from the Dominican Republic in December 2022 for an extended vacation and…
Ex-Controller From Mohegan Lake Who Stole $340K From Company Gets Prison Time Ex-Controller From Mohegan Lake Who Stole $340K From Company Gets Prison Time
Ex-Controller From Mohegan Lake Who Stole $340K From Company Gets Prison Time A 54-year-old woman who stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from the Northern Westchester-based company she worked for will spend several years in prison.  Mohegan Lake resident ToniAnn Rosado was sentenced to a term of two to six years in prison on Friday, Sept. 27 for stealing more than $340,000 from North Castle-based paint company CR Wallauer & Company, Inc., the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday, Oct. 1.  According to the DA's Office, in her role as the company's controller, Rosado stole $341,707.54 between July 7, 2017, …
'Radical' Ex-Con Sentenced For Plotting To Destroy Power Grids Across Maryland: Feds 'Radical' Ex-Con Sentenced For Plotting To Destroy Power Grids Across Maryland: Feds
'Radical' Ex-Con Sentenced For Plotting To Destroy Power Grids Across Maryland: Feds The Maryland woman who sought to “completely destroy” Baltimore with a neo-Nazi in Florida will spend years behind bars after admitting to planning to damage electrical facilities, federal authorities announced. Catonsville's Sarah Beth Clendaniel, 34, pleaded guilty on Tuesday, May 14 to conspiring to disable the facilities and for being a felon in possession of a firearm following a scheme she planned with 27-year-old Orlando resident Brandon Clint Russell, the US Justice Department said. Maryland Woman Pleads Guilty To Conspiring To Destroy The Baltimore Region Power Gr…
Iconic Food Container Maker Tupperware Files For Bankruptcy Iconic Food Container Maker Tupperware Files For Bankruptcy
Iconic Food Container Maker Tupperware Files For Bankruptcy A kitchen staple may soon be getting shelved. Iconic 78-year-old food container pioneer Tupperware filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday, Sept. 17 amid a years-long slump in sales. The company known worldwide for its "Tupperware Parties" is now seeking court approval to continue operating during the proceedings as it pursues a sale. "Whether you are a dedicated member of our Tupperware team, sell, cook with, or simply love our Tupperware products, you are a part of our Tupperware family," said President and Chief Executive Officer Laurie Ann Goldman. "We pla…
JetBlue Expanding Nonstop Service From Albany Airport To This Sunny Destination JetBlue Expanding Nonstop Service From Albany Airport To This Sunny Destination
JetBlue Expanding Nonstop Service From Albany Airport To This Sunny Destination Good news if you’re flying south for the winter. JetBlue is expanding its seasonal service from Albany International Airport to Florida beginning in October. The Queens-based airline is adding a second daily flight from both Albany and Buffalo to Fort Lauderdale and Orlando. A second daily flight is also being added from Syracuse to Orlando. Earlier Report: JetBlue Launching Nonstop Service From MacArthur Airport To These Destinations JetBlue President Marty St. George said the additional flights are part of several “strategic changes” to invest and grow across the Northeast, inclu…
Man Captured In Florida, Charged In Fatal Jersey City Triple Shooting: Prosecutor Man Captured In Florida, Charged In Fatal Jersey City Triple Shooting: Prosecutor
Man Captured In Florida, Charged In Fatal Jersey City Triple Shooting: Prosecutor A 21-year-old Union City man was arrested in Florida on Thursday, July 11, and charged for his involvement in a fatal triple shooting in Jersey City in April. Freddie Castro was arrested in Kissimmee, Fla. by the United States Marshals Service Florida/Caribbean Division in coordination with the New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. At 9 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, police responded to Central Avenue and Bowers Street and found two victims with gunshot wounds, while the third had taken himself to University Hospital in Newark. F…
Murder Suspect Tied To Jersey City Triple Shooting Captured After Pot Bust In Florida, Cops Say Murder Suspect Tied To Jersey City Triple Shooting Captured After Pot Bust In Florida, Cops Say
Murder Suspect Tied To Jersey City Triple Shooting Captured After Pot Bust In Florida, Cops Say A 20-year-old man wanted for murder in a triple shooting in Jersey City was taken into custody after he was busted on pot charges in Florida, authorities said. Darren Estevez was arrested Sunday, June 23, and being held in Florida as a fugitive of justice pending extradition to New Jersey in connection with the April 7 incident that left one man dead and two others wounded, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. At 9 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, police responded to Central Avenue and Bowers Street and found two victims with gunshot wounds, while the third had taken himself to University H…