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Bethlehem Officials Fume As Rookie Cop Quits For 'Love Island USA' Bethlehem Officials Fume As Rookie Cop Quits For 'Love Island USA'
Bethlehem Officials Fume As Rookie Cop Quits For 'Love Island USA' Sean Reifel traded his Bethlehem police badge for a shot at love on national television, and not everyone at City Hall is cheering him on. The rookie officer and father was recently announced as one of 12 Islanders on Season 8 of Peacock's hit reality dating show "Love Island USA." Reifel was sworn into the Bethlehem Police Department on Aug. 18, 2025, according to a department social media post. His last day on the job was reportedly May 20. But as Reifel heads to the villa ahead of the show's Tuesday, June 2 premiere, local officials say his departure leaves behind more than an empty desk…
Yonkers Native Set To Compete On ‘Survivor 50’ Yonkers Native Set To Compete On ‘Survivor 50’
Yonkers Native Set To Compete On ‘Survivor 50’ A Westchester County native will be back on the beach when "Survivor" returns later this month for its landmark 50th season.  Rizo Velovic, a 26-year-old tech sales professional from Yonkers, is among the returning players who will compete on "Survivor 50," which premieres Wednesday, Feb. 25, according to a report by  Entertainment Weekly.  Velovic most recently appeared on "Survivor 49" and is one of several former contestants invited back for the milestone season, which brings together winners, fan favorites, and standout players from across the show’s history.  Accor…
'American Idol' Judges Spellbound By Colts Neck Singer: Jacquie Lee Goes To Hollywood 'American Idol' Judges Spellbound By Colts Neck Singer: Jacquie Lee Goes To Hollywood
'American Idol' Judges Spellbound By Colts Neck Singer: Jacquie Lee Goes To Hollywood A New Jersey singer made a memorable return to national television this week, earning a golden ticket to Hollywood on "American Idol." Jacquie Lee, 28, of Colts Neck, performed a rendition of Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ 1956 hit “I Put a Spell On You” during the Season 24 premiere, which aired Monday, Jan. 26, on ABC. “You have a bring the house down voice,” said judge Lionel Richie alongside Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood. Lee ultimately advanced to the Hollywood round with a golden ticket. Lee teased the episode in a post shared on Instagram. “One thing that hasn’t ever changed a…
Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show
Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show Simon Cowell is stepping back into the spotlight this winter in a brand-new Netflix docuseries that follows his search for the next global boyband sensation.  “Simon Cowell: The Next Act” will premiere Dec. 10 and give viewers an all-access look as the longtime judge travels from raw casting calls to the launch of a new group’s debut single. While Cowell is known for his brutally honest comments on "American Idol," he told The New York Times’ Lulu Garcia-Navarro that he now regrets some of his most vicious remarks.  Garcia-Navarro listed examples of his past critiques, inclu…
Greenwich Restaurant, Celebrity Hot-Spot Goes All Out For Holidays Greenwich Restaurant, Celebrity Hot-Spot Goes All Out For Holidays
Greenwich Restaurant, Celebrity Hot-Spot Goes All Out For Holidays A Greenwich restaurant known for its celebrity sightings had an early visit from the North Pole's biggest star.  Constantino’s Pasta Bowls recently shared its new look for the holidays with a makeover from Santa’s Little Helpers, the local decor team behind the transformation.  Related: 'Dexter' Actress, Model Spotted At Greenwich Restaurant The restaurant is decked out with twinkling lights, hanging ornaments, garlands, and a Christmas tree decorated with red ribbons.  Constantino’s Pasta Bowls, a restaurant popular with locals, also seems to be a favorite among the r…
Jessica Alba Wants To Renovate Your New Jersey Home — Here’s How To Get Picked Jessica Alba Wants To Renovate Your New Jersey Home — Here’s How To Get Picked
Jessica Alba Wants To Renovate Your New Jersey Home — Here’s How To Get Picked New Jersey families could soon see Hollywood star power in their living rooms — and kitchens, and backyards. Season 4 of "Honest Renovations," hosted by best friends Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis, is coming to the Garden State, casting officials announced. The Roku Channel series helps families transform their homes into spaces that work better for everyday life. “This is more than just a renovation — it’s a chance for you and your family to get the support you deserve, and come out stronger together,” RR Casting said in the call for applicants. The show pairs the hosts with a team of expe…
‘Grand Dame’ Walks Free: Housewives Star Karen Huger Gets New Release Date After Maryland DUI ‘Grand Dame’ Walks Free: Housewives Star Karen Huger Gets New Release Date After Maryland DUI
‘Grand Dame’ Walks Free: Housewives Star Karen Huger Gets New Release Date After Maryland DUI Karen Huger is getting out of jail early.  The 62-year-old, who made her name starring on Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Potomac," is scheduled to be released early following her DUI arrest in Maryland last year. Huger was found guilty by a jury of driving under the influence, negligent driving, and other offenses following a March 2024 crash in Montgomery County. On Wednesday, Feb. 26, a judge sentenced Huger to two years, with one suspended, followed by five years' probation. However, more than six months after that sentence, Huger is reportedly set to be released early, as o…
Tribe Has Spoken: Yonkers Native Joins Cast Of ‘Survivor’ Season 49 Tribe Has Spoken: Yonkers Native Joins Cast Of ‘Survivor’ Season 49
Tribe Has Spoken: Yonkers Native Joins Cast Of ‘Survivor’ Season 49 The tribe has spoken — and this fall, five contestants from the Northeast will try their luck on the beaches of Fiji as part of Survivor’s 49th season. CBS unveiled the new cast on Wednesday, Aug. 20, and it includes plenty of familiar hometowns from the Daily Voice coverage area. Among them is 28-year-old Jawan Pitts, who grew up in Salem, New Jersey, and now works as a video editor in Los Angeles. Nicole Mazullo, 26, is a Long Island native now living in Philadelphia, where she works as a financial crime consultant. From Yonkers comes Rizo Velovic, 25, a tech sales professional who call…
NFL Cheerleader From USR Conquers Cockroaches, Shock Collars On New FOX Reality Show NFL Cheerleader From USR Conquers Cockroaches, Shock Collars On New FOX Reality Show
NFL Cheerleader From USR Conquers Cockroaches, Shock Collars On New FOX Reality Show Although being a Colts cheerleader is a part-time job, it gave New Jersey native MacLaine Funsch full-time prep for the chaos of "The Snake" — FOX’s new survival-style reality competition premiering Tuesday, June 10. “Being an NFL cheerleader is not for the weak,” said Funsch, 28, who hails from Upper Saddle River. “People love to tear us apart online. You deal with angry fans, train hard, and always have to keep smiling.” So when she got cast on "The Snake," Funsch relied on her cheer-tough exterior — even while facing cockroach baths, shock collars, and sleep-deprived social warfare. “I …
Florham Park's Snooki Learns Why She Was Adopted In Emotional 'Jersey Shore' Episode' Florham Park's Snooki Learns Why She Was Adopted In Emotional 'Jersey Shore' Episode'
Florham Park's Snooki Learns Why She Was Adopted In Emotional 'Jersey Shore' Episode' Tears were flowing on the latest episode of "Jersey Shore: Family Vacation," when Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi met her birth mother for the first time, virtually. The emotional moment aired Thursday, June 5, and showed Snooki, now 37, breaking down as a translator shared messages between her and her birth mom, from Snooki's house in Florham Park. The two were connected through genealogist Pamela Slaton, who also helped castmate Angelina find her birth father last year. Snooki, who was adopted from Chile at 6 months, sat beside longtime friend and castmate Jenni “JWoww” Farley during the conversa…
'Duck Dynasty' Legend Phil Robertson Dies At 79: 'Gone To Be With The Lord' 'Duck Dynasty' Legend Phil Robertson Dies At 79: 'Gone To Be With The Lord'
'Duck Dynasty' Legend Phil Robertson Dies At 79: 'Gone To Be With The Lord' Months after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson has died at 79, his family confirmed. Loved ones took to social media on Sunday, May 25, to share the news of Robertson's passing with members of the famous family sharing the news and memories of their patriarch.  "My dad has gone to be with the Lord today," son Jase Robertson wrote. "He will be missed but we know he is in good hands, and our family is good because God is very good! We will see him again!"  View this post on Instagram A post sh…
Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete For US Citizenship Being Explored By DHS Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete For US Citizenship Being Explored By DHS
Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete For US Citizenship Being Explored By DHS The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is weighing a reality show proposal that would pit immigrants against each other in a televised competition for US citizenship, according to multiple reports. Under Secretary Kristi Noem, the department has increasingly adopted a media-savvy approach in connection with its initiatives. DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin confirmed that discussions with the show’s producer are ongoing, emphasizing that the proposal is in the preliminary stages of review and would need to go through a “thorough” vetting process, The Wall Street Journal reports. The con…
‘Real Housewives’ Is Coming To Rhode Island: Fans Can Only Dream Taylor Swift Will Be Cast ‘Real Housewives’ Is Coming To Rhode Island: Fans Can Only Dream Taylor Swift Will Be Cast
‘Real Housewives’ Is Coming To Rhode Island: Fans Can Only Dream Taylor Swift Will Be Cast The nation's smallest state will soon bring big personalities to the small screen as the newest installment of Bravo's "Real Housewives" franchise receives the green light. Bravo announced Wednesday, May 7, that it had greenlit the franchise's 11th series: "The Real Housewives of Rhode Island."  It's the first time the reality series, produced by Andy Cohen, has ventured into New England. Set against the shores of the Ocean State, the Real Housewives franchise will now explore a tight-knit circle of Rhode Islanders with deep roots in the community and families dating back generations.…
NY's Mickey Rourke Reprimanded On ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ For Homophobic Comments To JoJo Siwa NY's Mickey Rourke Reprimanded On ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ For Homophobic Comments To JoJo Siwa
NY's Mickey Rourke Reprimanded On ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ For Homophobic Comments To JoJo Siwa Actor Mickey Rourke is facing backlash across the pond after making offensive remarks toward fellow cast member JoJo Siwa on the UK version of Celebrity Big Brother. Rourke, 72, who joined the ITV reality series earlier this week, was pulled aside to the show’s “Diary Room” after using a gay slur and making a series of inappropriate comments regarding Siwa’s sexuality. The tension began when Rourke asked the 21-year-old social media personality if she liked “boys or girls.” When Siwa replied that her partner is nonbinary, Rourke responded, “If I stay longer than four days, you won’t be gay …
He Was On 'Jersey Shore' For 5 Minutes — Now Fans Say He's Going Viral For New Nose From Turkey He Was On 'Jersey Shore' For 5 Minutes — Now Fans Say He's Going Viral For New Nose From Turkey
He Was On 'Jersey Shore' For 5 Minutes — Now Fans Say He's Going Viral For New Nose From Turkey The internet never forgets — and neither do "Jersey Shore" fans. A photo shared to the "Jersey Shore: Team Meatballs" Facebook group on Saturday, March 29, has fans convinced that a man in the image once made a brief but memorable appearance on MTV’s Jersey Shore — specifically, Season 2. “Isn’t this the same guy that was on an episode of Jersey Shore?? Where Snooki has a guy over & he brings a friend for Jwow,” one commenter asked, igniting a wave of sleuthing that quickly turned playful. The man in question? A guy named Marco who showed up for just a few minutes in the episode — but …
Shamong Native Sonya Deville Leaving WWE: Reports Shamong Native Sonya Deville Leaving WWE: Reports
Shamong Native Sonya Deville Leaving WWE: Reports Sonya Deville's time with WWE is coming to an end. The Burlington County native's contract will not be renewed when it expires in several weeks, according to Fightful Select. Deville a.k.a. Daria Berenato, was one of a handful of WWE wrestlers let go on Friday, Feb. 7. The first openly gay female wrestler in WWE, Deville, who was born in Shamong and attended Seneca High School in Tabernacle, joined the company in 2015, appearing on the reality show "Tough Enough." She won the Women's Tag Team Titles in 2023, though she had to relinquish the belt due to an injury. Most recently, she wa…
Survivor Casting Opens For 2025 Season 49: Apply Now Survivor Casting Opens For 2025 Season 49: Apply Now
Survivor Casting Opens For 2025 Season 49: Apply Now Think you have what it takes to outwit, outplay, and outlast? CBS's iconic reality series "Survivor" is looking for contestants for its 49th season, scheduled to film in spring 2025. Casting for the next season of "Survivor" is officially open, offering fans and first-timers the chance to compete in one of television's toughest challenges. Season 49 will take contestants to a remote location for grueling physical, mental, and social tests as they vie for the coveted title of Sole Survivor and the $1 million prize. Filming is slated to take place from mid-April to mid-May 2025, and applicati…
Think You Have What It Takes To Win ‘Survivor’? Online Casting Now Open For 2025 Season Think You Have What It Takes To Win ‘Survivor’? Online Casting Now Open For 2025 Season
Think You Have What It Takes To Win ‘Survivor’? Online Casting Now Open For 2025 Season "Survivor," the long-running CBS reality competition series, is now casting for its 49th season, set to film in spring 2025.  Contestants will compete for the title of Sole Survivor and a $1 million prize. Since its debut, "Survivor" has challenged contestants to navigate alliances, endure physical and mental trials, and develop strategies to outlast their competitors. Participants are divided into tribes and placed in remote locations where they must adapt to their surroundings and build relationships to advance in the game. Here's what to know: Filming dates: Mid-April to mid-May …
Tommy Manzo Admits Stalking 'RHONJ' Star Ex-Wife Dina, Her Husband In Holmdel Home Invasion Tommy Manzo Admits Stalking 'RHONJ' Star Ex-Wife Dina, Her Husband In Holmdel Home Invasion
Tommy Manzo Admits Stalking 'Rhonj' Star Ex-Wife Dina, Her Husband In Holmdel Home Invasion Thomas "Tommy" Manzo, the ex-husband of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Dina Cantin, admitted to stalking her and her then-fiancé now-husband David Cantin in a 2017 home invasion, authorities said. Thomas "Tommy" Manzo, 59, pleaded guilty to two counts of fourth-degree stalking, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 30.  The Franklin Lakes man entered the guilty plea on Wednesday, Oct. 23 — about a week after he was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for enlisting a mobster to assault David Cantin in 2015, as re…
RHONJ Ex-Husband Sentenced For Hiring Mobster To Rough Up Wife’s New Man: Feds RHONJ Ex-Husband Sentenced For Hiring Mobster To Rough Up Wife’s New Man: Feds
Rhonj Ex-Husband Sentenced For Hiring Mobster To Rough Up Wife’s New Man: Feds It sounds like a juicy plotline from "The Real Housewives of New Jersey." Thomas Manzo, a Franklin Lakes resident and the ex-husband of Dina Manzo, one of the former cast members on the hit Bravo reality show, was sentenced to seven years in prison on Tuesday, Oct. 15, after being convicted of hiring a mobster to assault Dave Cantin, Dina's now current husband, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said. In the spring of 2015, Manzo, 59 and a co-owner of The Brownstone, a Paterson catering hall, hired Lucchese Crime Family member John Perna to assault Cantin, Dina's then-boyfriend, paying for the …
Former Montclair Chef Competes On New Season Of 'Hell's Kitchen' Former Montclair Chef Competes On New Season Of 'Hell's Kitchen'
Former Montclair Chef Competes On New Season Of 'Hell's Kitchen' Two New Jersey chefs, including one who works in Philadelphia, are on a brand-new season of "Hell's Kitchen" with Gordon Ramsay. Joe Tartamella, 35, the executive chef at Felina Restaurants in Ridgewood, Jersey City, and Summit, and Kyle Timpson, 30, of Dennis Township (Cape May County) are among the 18 contestants on a brand-new season of the hit FOX cooking competition. Season 23, titled"Head Chefs Only," debuted on Thursday, Sept. 26.  Contestants are divided into two teams, the Red Team, which is all women, and the Blue Team, which is all men. The Blue Team happens …
Malvern Dad Is Already Fan Favorite On 'Golden Bachelorette' Malvern Dad Is Already Fan Favorite On 'Golden Bachelorette'
Malvern Dad Is Already Fan Favorite On 'Golden Bachelorette' Joan Vassos' season of ABC's "The Golden Bachelorette" is only one week in, but some fans already know who they want to see as "The Golden Bachelor." Meet Charles L, a 66-year-old data analyst and father of two from Malvern, PA, who has been stealing the show since cameras laid eyes on him last week. Charles is one of the many suitors who bonded with Vassos over the loss of their spouse. Charles said he lost his "first and only love" six years ago, and has been trying to find love again at his daughters' urging. After stepping out of the limo, Charles tells Vassos he's 66 but looks 36, and…
Putnam Valley Woman Competing For $1M On 'Survivor' Putnam Valley Woman Competing For $1M On 'Survivor'
Putnam Valley Woman Competing For $1M On 'Survivor' A flight school owner from the Hudson Valley who has paved her own path in life since escaping challenging beginnings will appear on the newest season of CBS's "Survivor."  Putnam County resident Sue Smey of Putnam Valley will be one of the new cast members of "Survivor 47," which premieres on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 8 p.m.  Originally from the upstate NY Broome County town of Kirkwood, Smey, who is 59 years old, comes from a self-described rough childhood, according to her interviews with Parade and Entertainment Weekly.  During these early years, she would stay on her …
Single Again, Hillsdale 'Bachelorette' Confronts Ex After Phone Call Breakup Single Again, Hillsdale 'Bachelorette' Confronts Ex After Phone Call Breakup
Single Again, Hillsdale 'Bachelorette' Confronts Ex After Phone Call Breakup After a month-long engagement, Bergen County native Jenn Tran is single again. The 26-year-old former Hillsdale resident's season of "The Bachelorette" on ABC came to a heartbreaking end Tuesday night, Sept. 3 when audiences learned that she got engaged to contestant Devin Strader in Hawaii. But Strader ended the engagement in a 15-minute phone call, said Tran, who confronted Strader, 28, during the "After the Final Rose" special. Tran said Strader told her he didn't love her anymore and felt that something had been "off" since the proposal. Disney/John Fleenor She also called…
Fat Phobia? Manheim's Brett Harris Booted From 'The Bachelorette' After Just One Episode Fat Phobia? Manheim's Brett Harris Booted From 'The Bachelorette' After Just One Episode
Fat Phobia? Manheim's Brett Harris Booted From 'The Bachelorette' After Just One Episode Season 21 of "The Bachelorette" had audiences falling for a Pennsylvania man, but unfortunately, Jenn Tran didn't feel the same way.  Tran is a 26-year-old New Jersey native who made her Bachelor Nation debut on Joey Grazidei's season. Brett Harris of Manheim, PA was eliminated in the first episode of The Bachelorette Season 21.  Courtesy of ABC During the premiere episode, Brett Harris a 28-year-old Health and Safety Manager from Manheim, PA melted audiences' hearts as a"small-town boy [who] has big dreams when it comes to finding love," as stated in his Bachelor Biography. In one s…
'Great Day In Court': Bam Margera Takes Plea Deal In PA Disorderly Conduct Case 'Great Day In Court': Bam Margera Takes Plea Deal In PA Disorderly Conduct Case
'Great Day In Court': Bam Margera Takes Plea Deal In PA Disorderly Conduct Case Former reality television star Bam Margera pleaded guilty to two counts of summary disorderly conduct on Wednesday, June 26 as part of a deal with Chester County prosecutors. The District Attorney's Office said Margera was given six months of probation in total — three months for each count, to be served consecutively.  He could face jail time if he tests positive for drugs during his sentence, 6abc reports.  Margera, a 44-year-old West Chester native, celebrated the outcome on Instagram.  View this post on Instagram A po…
Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino Stays Calm While Saving Choking Son In Ring Video Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino Stays Calm While Saving Choking Son In Ring Video
Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino Stays Calm While Saving Choking Son In Ring Video Reality television star. Recovering addict. Dad. Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino shared Ring footage of a scary moment at the family dinner table in Holmdel. The MTV "Jersey Shore" star sprung into action when he noticed his 2-year-old son Romeo choking on his favorite pasta dish, pesto gnocchi, in a clip she shared to Instagram Saturday morning, Feb. 3. Footage shows the child hunched over in his seat at the table and in seconds, his parents realize what's happening. Sorrentino pulls his son from his chair and smacks him on the back until the food becomes dislodged. The child soon cries …
Philly Sisters On 'The Bachelor' Starring PA Tennis Coach Have Dated The Same Guy Before Philly Sisters On 'The Bachelor' Starring PA Tennis Coach Have Dated The Same Guy Before
Philly Sisters On 'The Bachelor' Starring PA Tennis Coach Have Dated The Same Guy Before Joey Graziadei's season of ABC's "The Bachelor" has an air date. The 28-year-old tennis coach from Collegeville will be dating 32 women on his season of the show, which is set to air on Jan. 22, 2024, at 8 p.m. on ABC. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Bachelor (@bachelorabc) Three of the contestants are from Philadelphia, they are Lanie, 27; Allison, 26; and Lauren, 28. According to their bios on the "Bachelor" website, Allison and Lauren have dated the same guy before — but at different times. You can click here to see all t…
Maryland's Joan Vassos Self-Eliminates From 'Golden Bachelor' Maryland's Joan Vassos Self-Eliminates From 'Golden Bachelor'
Maryland's Joan Vassos Self-Eliminates From 'Golden Bachelor' For Joan Vassos, family comes first. Even when a shot at love with 72-year-old Gerry Turner is on the line. The 60-year-old private school admin at the Landon School, a prep school for boys in Bethesda, left ABC's "Golden Bachelor" on Thursday's episode, Oct. 12. Vassos had just finished a one-on-one date with Turner when she got a call from her daughter, who had given birth in a complicated C-section 15 days before she left for the show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Joan Vassos (@joan_vassos) Vassos explained to the other …
Newest 'RHONJ' Cast Member Danielle Cabral Is No Stranger To Reality TV Newest 'RHONJ' Cast Member Danielle Cabral Is No Stranger To Reality TV
Newest 'Rhonj' Cast Member Danielle Cabral Is No Stranger To Reality TV The newest member of The Real Housewives of New Jersey is no stranger to reality television.  Danielle Cabral was not only featured on MTV's "True Life: I'm a Staten Island Girl," but also DIY Network show "Family Under Construction" showcasing renovations to her Garden State home with hubby Nate Cabral. The Staten Island native will join the housewives in the season 13 premiere on Feb. 7, Bravo announced. Cabral appeared on the MTV show in 2006 and 2008 under her maiden name, Danielle DiPietro, at the time wanting to pursue her dreams as an actress.  She moved to Los Angel…
Meet Newest RHONJ Cast Member, Upper Saddle River CEO Jenn Fessler Meet Newest RHONJ Cast Member, Upper Saddle River CEO Jenn Fessler
Meet Newest Rhonj Cast Member, Upper Saddle River CEO Jenn Fessler A new cast member has been announced ahead of the season 13 premiere of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, officials confirm. Jenn Fessler, co-founder and CEO of F. Major, will be introduced in the housewives cast as a friend of Margaret Josephs.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennifer Fessler (@jennfessler) Fessler will appear alongside returning Housewives Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, Margaret Josephs, and Jennifer Aydin. Jackie Goldschneider will be back as a friend. The Texas native, now based in Upper …