CT Among 15 Most Diverse States In New Study: Here's Why
Several Northeast states are among the places with the most diversity in the US, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 Most & Least Diverse States in America list on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The study ranked all 50 states using 14 measures across socioeconomic, cultural, economic, household, religious, and political diversity.
Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said diversity goes beyond race and gender.
"The most diverse states have above-average variety when it comes to people's ages, birthplaces, languages, jobs, family structures, and more," said Lupo. "Moving to a diverse s…
Cherished Long Island Soccer Coach, Father Dies Suddenly From Cardiac Arrest
A beloved Long Island father and soccer coach has died suddenly from cardiac arrest, and the community has rallied in a fundraiser for his family.
Carlos Javier Mejia, also known affectionately as “Coach Gato,” spent 21 years as a soccer coach with youth clubs on Long Island, including 15 at Connetquot United Soccer Club, according to the fundraiser. Before he got into youth coaching, he served in the U.S. Army.
“He touched the lives of so many people through his family, his community, and the soccer families he loved so much,” his daughter, Karla Mejia, wrote in the GoFundMe.
Mejia said m…
$50K Powerball Ticket Sold In White Plains — Here's Where
Someone is $50,000 richer after buying a winning Powerball ticket in Westchester County.
The third-prize-winning ticket for the Saturday, Sept. 12 drawing was purchased at the Gulf gas station at 274 Hamilton Ave. in White Plains, according to the New York Lottery.
The winning numbers were 14, 16, 23, 58, and 69, with a Powerball of 03.
This wasn't the only lucky winner — a second third-prize ticket worth $50,000 was sold at a Wegmans in Rochester, lottery officials said.
The lottery did not say if a winner came forward.
Powerball drawings are held every Mon…
Netflix Movie Starring Whoopi Goldberg Looking For Extras On Shelter Island
An upcoming Netflix movie is filming on Long Island and needs background actors for some scenes.
“Women Like Us,” led by Whoopi Goldberg, will be filming on Shelter Island from Tuesday, Sept. 22 through Tuesday, Sept. 29, according to a social media post from Waldron Casting.
“We are looking for a variety of types to portray Hamptons residents, resort guests & upscale vacationers,” the casting call reads.
The film directors are looking for Shelter Island locals to serve as extras in the film, which also stars Jenifer Lewis, Vanessa Williams, and Vivica A. Fox. The pay starts at $187 fo…
Manheim Twp HS Teacher, Basketball Coach Sent Nudes To Undercover NJ ‘Girl,’ Hoarded Child Porn
A former Manheim Township High School teacher and girls’ basketball coach has been sentenced after admitting he sent nude photos to who he believed was a 14-year-old girl in New Jersey and possessed dozens of child pornography images and videos, prosecutors said.
David Sean Burkhart, 45, of the 700 block of Scott Lane in Warwick Township, pleaded guilty Aug. 31 to three counts of sexual abuse of children, one count of unlawful contact with a minor, and two counts of criminal use of a communication facility, according to a release issued Friday, Sept. 11.
Burkhart exchanged explicit messages…
NJ Ranked Among 5 Happiest States In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why
The Northeast is home to some of the happiest people in the country, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 Happiest States in America ranking on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The study compared all 50 states across 30 measures of happiness, including depression and suicide rates, work hours, unemployment, income growth, family stability, volunteer rates, and safety.
The personal finance website also looked at how many adults feel active and productive, along with factors like sleep, leisure time, job security, and community support.
"The happiest states are those that provide above-ave…
Griffin Health Gala To Benefit Cancer Care Set For Oct. 3
Griffin Health’s annual gala will bring a Caribbean-themed night of music, food, auctions, and dancing to Wallingford while raising money for cancer care.
According to Griffin Health, the 2026 Griffin Health Gala, titled “Calypso Nights,” will be held from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Oakdale Theater, 95 S. Turnpike Road.
The event will feature steel drum music, tropical décor, island-inspired food, and music from Therapi Band. Guests can also take part in live and silent auctions.
Auction items and experiences include private chef dining at home, VIP Live Nation music experien…
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