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Black Bear Spotted At NY School Campus, Triggers Lockout — And Jokes Does a bear poop in the woods? Well, it definitely poops on a school campus in New York. A black bear was spotted on the campus of Taconic Hills Central School District in Craryville, Columbia County, on Monday afternoon, Nov. 2, the district announced. The bear was seen around 1 p.m. near the campus tennis courts, prompting an immediate order for all students to move indoors, THCSD said in a Facebook post. A brief lockout was initiated, and the bear was spotted near a window. “We think he was just looking to join a science class and expand his knowledge,” the district joked. “Unfortunatel…

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NY Mom’s Killing Leaves Two Kids In Shock, Fundraiser Launched: ‘Devastating And Unimaginable’ NY Mom’s Killing Leaves Two Kids In Shock, Fundraiser Launched: ‘Devastating And Unimaginable’ NY Mom’s Killing Leaves Two Kids In Shock, Fundraiser Launched: ‘Devastating And Unimaginable’
NY Mom’s Killing Leaves Two Kids In Shock, Fundraiser Launched: ‘Devastating And Unimaginable’ A New York woman who was shot and killed last week left behind two children, and now a fundraiser has been launched to support them. Mellissa K. Pelc-Lohr, 50, was found shot dead near her home in Brushton on Tuesday, Oct. 27, New York State Police said. “A devastating and unimaginable loss, Mellissa leaves behind two children, Allison Pelc and Freddie Pelc, who are now facing the heartbreaking reality of life without their mother,” organizer Michelle Gunter wrote in a GoFundMe. “No child should ever have to experience this kind of loss.” Pelc-Lohr’s ex-husband, Norman Lohr Jr., killed her…

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17-Year-Old NY Killer Cuts Plea Deal After Gunning Down 15-Year-Old Boy: Authorities 17-Year-Old NY Killer Cuts Plea Deal After Gunning Down 15-Year-Old Boy: Authorities 17-Year-Old NY Killer Cuts Plea Deal After Gunning Down 15-Year-Old Boy: Authorities
17-Year-Old NY Killer Cuts Plea Deal After Gunning Down 15-Year-Old Boy: Authorities A New York teenager admitted to killing a 15-year-old boy by shooting him in the back, authorities said. The 17-year-old suspect pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter on Monday, Nov. 2, the Albany County District Attorney’s office said. He was 16 at the time of the fatal shooting and cannot be named under New York law, according to prosecutors. Officers responded to reports of gunfire and found the victim shot in the back on the 500 block of Clinton Avenue near North Lake Avenue on June 23, 2025, just after 11 p.m., authorities said. The boy was treated at the scene and taken to Alba…

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McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026
McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's is getting an early start on the holidays with a new lineup of seasonal drinks. The limited-time holiday beverages were unveiled through the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The drinks will be available at participating restaurants nationwide starting on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The holiday lineup comes after McDonald's introduced its Caramel Apple Pie-flavored hot and cold beverages in August. "For some fans, the holidays begin when the calendar says so," McDonald's said. "For others, they start with traditions like the first festive playlist, the first h…

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Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper
Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper A professional soccer player has died after suffering cardiac arrest following a collision with a goalkeeper during a match in Spain. Jesús de Miguel Alameda, a 30-year-old striker for Spanish soccer club CD Tenerife, died on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The team confirmed his death in an Instagram post after he collapsed during a match against FC Andorra the previous day. De Miguel was struck in the chest by goalkeeper Jesús Owono's knee as the Andorra player rushed outside his penalty area to clear a long ball, Reuters reported. The 30-year-old fell to the ground and was motionless as players from bo…

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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List
Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin
HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin Homeowners fear losing everything after their homeowners association hiked fees to a staggering $30,000 a year, leaving some wondering how much longer they can afford to stay in what they thought would be their forever homes. Residents of Magnolia Cove, a subdivision in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, learned on October 26 that their HOA fees would double to $2,500 a month, according to local news reports.  That puts annual HOA dues at $30,000, before homeowners pay their mortgages, property taxes, and insurance. However,  That eye-watering figure is just a third of what the boar…

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Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress
Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress Voters throughout a county in New York faced issues with their paper ballots not being accepted on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3 — which could impact the results of a high-stakes race that could help decide which party takes control of Congress.  The issue was reported in Westchester County, NY early Tuesday morning, with the county's Board of Elections saying they were "aware of an issue involving paper ballots that is preventing voting machines from accepting ballots at polling locations throughout the County," the county said in a statement. The problem stemmed from the thickness of…

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NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report
NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report A 24-year-old New York City marathon runner whose family said she was in "perfect health" died two days after collapsing with about two miles left in the race, apparently of rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle condition brought on by exertion causing muscle breakdown, the New York Times reports. Rachel Apa was a Lewisberry, PA, native and former Division I basketball player at Bucknell University, her LinkedIn shows. She had been running her first-ever New York City marathon. Her father, Steve Apa, told The Times that he'd been tracking her and texting with her while she ran. Rachel was …

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Child Dies Amid New York State Of Emergency: First Measles-Linked Fatality In 30 Years Child Dies Amid New York State Of Emergency: First Measles-Linked Fatality In 30 Years Child Dies Amid New York State Of Emergency: First Measles-Linked Fatality In 30 Years
Child Dies Amid New York State Of Emergency: First Measles-Linked Fatality In 30 Years A child’s death has marked a grim milestone in New York’s measles outbreak, prompting renewed calls for vaccination. The New York State Department of Health announced Monday, Nov. 2, the state’s first known measles-associated death in more than 30 years. The child lived in Lewis County, in northern New York’s North Country, between the Adirondack Mountains and the Tug Hill Plateau. In a joint statement, the NY Health Department and Lewis County Public Health Department expressed condolences and asked the public to respect the family’s privacy. The release did not disclose the child’s age o…

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Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance; Ring Attempted, Feds Say Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance; Ring Attempted, Feds Say Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance; Ring Attempted, Feds Say
Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance; Ring Attempted, Feds Say A Pennsylvania woman splashed an oily substance onto the Liberty Bell and a North Carolina man pushed the historic landmark until it swayed during a visit to Philadelphia, federal prosecutors said. Dawn Hawa, also known as Dawn Benitez, 50, of Ephrata, and Sean Gerlach, 50, of Fairview, North Carolina, were each charged by information in connection with the incident, U.S. Attorney David Metcalf announced on Monday, Nov. 2. The pair visited the Liberty Bell Center with others on or about May 16, 2026, according to court filings described by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Gerlach jumped over th…

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Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know
Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's is bringing back a popular surprise for shoppers after its mystery shopping bags sold out quickly in 2025. The grocery chain plans to release its Mystery Packs at stores nationwide in early November, a Trader Joe's spokesperson told Daily Voice on Monday, Nov. 2. Each $2.99 pack contains three reusable shopping bags with surprise designs. The bags feature exclusive and regional designs celebrating Trader Joe's stores across the country, including two never-before-seen designs. "Inside each pack, you'll find exclusive bag designs that aren't available individually, as well as r…

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Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How
Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Krispy Kreme is offering something on Election Day that people across the political spectrum can agree on: free doughnuts. The doughnut chain will give away one free Original Glazed doughnut who tell employees they voted or show an "I Voted" sticker at participating shops nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Krispy Kreme announced the Election Day giveaway on Monday, Nov. 2. The freebie is limited to one doughnut per person while supplies last, and no purchase is necessary. "Showing up for our communities – whether by voting or volunteering at the polls – is worth celebrating," said chief b…

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$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win
$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win Aldi is giving away $10,000 in free groceries to a lucky shopper with impressive holiday decorating skills. The discount supermarket chain announced its new "Aldi Deck-Out" contest in a news release on Monday, Nov. 2. The nationwide competition challenges shoppers to transform their homes into elaborate holiday displays with "Aldi-inspired flair." Participants can decorate Christmas trees, front porches, staircases, and other home spaces with Aldi-themed decorations. "When it comes to showing their love for Aldi, our fans never hold back," said Aldi communications director Bridget Koz…

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Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check
Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled over possible Salmonella contamination, prompting consumers to check their bottles before taking another capsule. Vitality Works Inc., of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, according to its company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall covers 120-count white plastic bottles bearing lot number 2025-26227 and expiration date 10/13/2028. Both identifiers are printed on the bottom of the bottle. The listed UPC is 9948252099. Consumers…

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Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning A spice-cabinet staple is being recalled over possible lead contamination, prompting shoppers to check their pantry shelves. New York-based SLR Food Distribution Inc., headquartered in Hicksville on Long Island, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife brand ground cinnamon, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall followed testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, which found elevated lead levels in a product sample. No illnesses had been reported when the company announced the recall Thursday, Oct. 29. Consumers should stop using the recalle…

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Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know
Trader Joe's Selling $2.99 Mystery Bags With New Surprises: What To Know Trader Joe's is bringing back a popular surprise for shoppers after its mystery shopping bags sold out quickly in 2025. The grocery chain plans to release its Mystery Packs at stores nationwide in early November, a Trader Joe's spokesperson told Daily Voice on Monday, Nov. 2. Each $2.99 pack contains three reusable shopping bags with surprise designs. The bags feature exclusive and regional designs celebrating Trader Joe's stores across the country, including two never-before-seen designs. "Inside each pack, you'll find exclusive bag designs that aren't available individually, as well as r…

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Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How
Get Free Doughnuts On Election Day 2026: Here's How Krispy Kreme is offering something on Election Day that people across the political spectrum can agree on: free doughnuts. The doughnut chain will give away one free Original Glazed doughnut who tell employees they voted or show an "I Voted" sticker at participating shops nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Krispy Kreme announced the Election Day giveaway on Monday, Nov. 2. The freebie is limited to one doughnut per person while supplies last, and no purchase is necessary. "Showing up for our communities – whether by voting or volunteering at the polls – is worth celebrating," said chief b…

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$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win $10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win
$10K In Free Groceries Up For Grabs In Special Holiday Contest: How To Win Aldi is giving away $10,000 in free groceries to a lucky shopper with impressive holiday decorating skills. The discount supermarket chain announced its new "Aldi Deck-Out" contest in a news release on Monday, Nov. 2. The nationwide competition challenges shoppers to transform their homes into elaborate holiday displays with "Aldi-inspired flair." Participants can decorate Christmas trees, front porches, staircases, and other home spaces with Aldi-themed decorations. "When it comes to showing their love for Aldi, our fans never hold back," said Aldi communications director Bridget Koz…

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Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check
Dietary Supplement Recalled Nationwide: What Consumers Should Check A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled over possible Salmonella contamination, prompting consumers to check their bottles before taking another capsule. Vitality Works Inc., of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, according to its company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall covers 120-count white plastic bottles bearing lot number 2025-26227 and expiration date 10/13/2028. Both identifiers are printed on the bottom of the bottle. The listed UPC is 9948252099. Consumers…

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Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recalled By NY Company: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning A spice-cabinet staple is being recalled over possible lead contamination, prompting shoppers to check their pantry shelves. New York-based SLR Food Distribution Inc., headquartered in Hicksville on Long Island, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife brand ground cinnamon, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The recall followed testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, which found elevated lead levels in a product sample. No illnesses had been reported when the company announced the recall Thursday, Oct. 29. Consumers should stop using the recalle…

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Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement
Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement A country singer’s triplet sisters have shared heartbreaking news about the voice who helped bring their family’s music to fans. Nicole Taylor, the lead singer of Taylor Red, died at 35 after being diagnosed with stage-four breast cancer in 2022, her sisters and bandmates, Nika and Natalie, revealed in an Instagram video. The sisters remembered her determination to keep working, traveling, and enjoying life during treatment. “It was an aggressive type (of cancer),” Natalie revealed. “In her words, when she first found out, was ‘God’s Gonna use this for his glory.’ “She fought it fearlessl…

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Ciara Mageean Dies: Tributes Honor 34-Year-Old Two-Time Olympian's Remarkable Career Ciara Mageean Dies: Tributes Honor 34-Year-Old Two-Time Olympian's Remarkable Career Ciara Mageean Dies: Tributes Honor 34-Year-Old Two-Time Olympian's Remarkable Career
Ciara Mageean Dies: Tributes Honor 34-Year-Old Two-Time Olympian's Remarkable Career A two-time Olympian who rose to the top of European distance running has died at 34, prompting tributes across the sporting world. Irish runner Ciara Mageean died Sunday, Nov. 1, her family announced on Instagram. The European champion had been diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in May 2025, according to the BBC. “At 6:30 a.m. this morning, Ciara lost her battle with cancer surrounded by her loved ones,” her family’s post read. “A beloved daughter, sister, wife, friend and inspiration to so many, she will be deeply missed.” Her death came less than three weeks after she married longtim…

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Recall Issued For Snack Bars Sold Nationwide: 'Do Not Buy Or Serve,' FDA Says Recall Issued For Snack Bars Sold Nationwide: 'Do Not Buy Or Serve,' FDA Says Recall Issued For Snack Bars Sold Nationwide: 'Do Not Buy Or Serve,' FDA Says
Recall Issued For Snack Bars Sold Nationwide: 'Do Not Buy Or Serve,' FDA Says The FDA has issued an urgent warning about snack bars sold nationwide, telling consumers to stop buying or serving them and to throw away any they have. The warning covers Once Upon a Farm Tractor Wheels Organic Toddler Soft-Baked Bars because the FDA says they pose a potentially fatal choking hazard. It includes every flavor, quantity, and variety, regardless of lot code or expiration date. The FDA said it received several reports of toddlers ages 18 to 30 months experiencing complete airway obstruction and being unable to breathe after eating the bars. When chewed, the product reportedl…

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Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love' Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love' Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love'
Steve Ellis Dies: Singer Behind Enduring Pop Classic 'Everlasting Love' Music lovers are mourning the loss of a singer whose signature song has endured for decades. Steve Ellis, the teenage frontman for London band Love Affair, died Friday, Oct. 30, at age 76 after complications from a chronic illness, according to an announcement posted to his official Facebook page. Ellis died peacefully Friday evening with loved ones present, the announcement said. He is survived by his wife, Val. Love Affair reached No. 1 on the UK singles chart in 1967 with its cover of "Everlasting Love," knocking the Beatles’ "Hello, Goodbye" from the top spot. The band also hit No. 1 w…

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Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak
Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak The Taurid meteor shower is approaching a peak that could give skywatchers a bright reason to stay up late. The Southern Taurids’ November peak falls overnight Wednesday, Nov. 4, into Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the American Meteor Society’s calendar. The following night, Thursday into Friday, Nov. 6, also offers a viewing opportunity. Skywatchers across the Northeastern US should look around midnight and into the early morning hours, weather permitting. That is when Taurus, the constellation from which the meteors appear to originate, sits high in the sky. The attraction is brightness …

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