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Middle School Evacuated After Bomb Threat In Hudson Valley: Report A reported bomb threat has prompted the evacuation of a middle school in Rockland County as police and firefighters investigate the situation.  Emergency crews responded to Chestnut Ridge Middle School, located at 892 Chestnut Ridge Rd. in Chestnut Ridge, on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 29, following a report of a bomb threat, The Monsey Scoop reported. According to the outlet, Ramapo Police, the South Spring Valley Fire Department, the Monsey Fire Department, and other emergency personnel responded to the school.   The school building was being evacuated as authorities investig…

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Man Who Faked Gas Pipeline Safety Tests In Westchester Gets Years In Prison Man Who Faked Gas Pipeline Safety Tests In Westchester Gets Years In Prison Man Who Faked Gas Pipeline Safety Tests In Westchester Gets Years In Prison
Man Who Faked Gas Pipeline Safety Tests In Westchester Gets Years In Prison A Putnam County man who helped fake hundreds of natural gas pipeline safety inspections in Westchester County and New York City will spend time in federal prison after prosecutors said the scheme put residents at risk of gas leaks and explosions.  Mahopac resident Michael Vasconcellos, 45, was sentenced to 30 months in prison on Wednesday, Oct. 28, for his role in a fraud scheme that left a utility company facing more than $64 million in cleanup and inspection costs, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced.  Vasconcellos received the sentence from …

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Judge Orders NY Town To Allow Sober Living Home For Women To Open Judge Orders NY Town To Allow Sober Living Home For Women To Open Judge Orders NY Town To Allow Sober Living Home For Women To Open
Judge Orders NY Town To Allow Sober Living Home For Women To Open A Dutchess County town must allow a sober living home for women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction to open following a federal court order stemming from a civil rights lawsuit, officials said. The Town of Beekman has agreed to let Hudson Valley Collective operate a sober home at 237 Hynes Rd. in Poughquag, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced on Thursday, Oct. 29.   The agreement, approved by US District Judge Jessica G.L. Clarke, comes months after federal prosecutors sued the town, accusing officials of violating the Fair Housing Act b…

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Company Tricks NY Seniors With Free Book Scheme, Surprise Bills: Will Pay $23K Penalty, AG Says Company Tricks NY Seniors With Free Book Scheme, Surprise Bills: Will Pay $23K Penalty, AG Says Company Tricks NY Seniors With Free Book Scheme, Surprise Bills: Will Pay $23K Penalty, AG Says
Company Tricks NY Seniors With Free Book Scheme, Surprise Bills: Will Pay $23K Penalty, AG Says New York seniors who thought they were getting free books but instead received unexpected bills may now be eligible for refunds following a settlement with a Georgia-based publisher that the Attorney General's Office said misled customers.  Frank W. Cawood & Associates Inc. (FC&A) must refund eligible New Yorkers, pay $23,500 in penalties, and permanently stop its free book trial program in the state, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28.  According to the Attorney General's Office, the company mailed thousands of advertisements to New Yo…

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Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Westchester Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Westchester Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Westchester
Indoor Pickleball Facility To Celebrate Grand Opening In Westchester Pickleball enthusiasts in Westchester County have a new place to play year-round, as a 22,000-square-foot indoor facility has opened in a former Buy Buy Baby store.  The Picklr Scarsdale, located at 1019 Central Park Ave. in Greenburgh, officially opened on Saturday, Oct. 17, and will celebrate with a grand opening event on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 1:30 p.m., Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28.  The new club features eight dedicated indoor pickleball courts, including a championship-sized court, along with professional-grade playing surfaces, a pro …

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Sherrill Lists $3.5M NJ Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion Sherrill Lists $3.5M NJ Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion Sherrill Lists $3.5M NJ Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion
Sherrill Lists $3.5M NJ Victorian After Moving Into Governor's Mansion New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has listed her family's historic Victorian estate is for nearly $3.5 million after moving into the state's designated governor's mansion, Drumthwacket, over the summer. The home at 176 S. Mountain Ave., in Montclair is listed for $3,499,000, according to Zillow. The property is listed by Kathryn Scandalios of Stanton Company. Built in 1865, the Empire Victorian sits on 1.1 acres and features six bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and one half-bath. Inside, the home boasts soaring ceilings, intricate moldings, refinished hardwood floors, oversized windows, an…

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Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open
Westchester County, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open The nominations are in, the finalists have been chosen, and voting is NOW OPEN for Daily Voice's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards! From the neighborhood bagel shop that knows your order by heart to the hair salon that always gets your cut just right, Westchester County is full of businesses that deserve a little love. And this is your chance to show them just how much they mean to the community. Finalists are competing in 40 categories across Food & Drink, Self Care, Small Business, and Entertainment. Whether it's your favorite pizza place, a go-to gym, a trusted local tradesperson, or a m…

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$60M Affordable Housing Development With 76 Apartments Completed In Westchester $60M Affordable Housing Development With 76 Apartments Completed In Westchester $60M Affordable Housing Development With 76 Apartments Completed In Westchester
$60M Affordable Housing Development With 76 Apartments Completed In Westchester A new $60 million apartment building has been completed in a Westchester County downtown, bringing dozens of affordable homes, retail space, and a restaurant.  The development, located at 36-38 Main St. in Yonkers and known as The St. Clair, features 76 affordable apartments in a 10-story building that has been completed as of Wednesday, Oct. 28, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced.  Developed by MacQuesten Development, the mixed-use property includes studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments for households earning up to 80 percent of the area's median income. It was first…

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Westchester Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $16K Westchester Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $16K Westchester Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $16K
Westchester Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $16K A Westchester County convenience store was the scene of a purchase that made someone over $16,000 richer.  A winning TAKE 5 ticket, worth $16,643, was sold at the 1132 Convenience Store, located at 1132 Yonkers Ave. in Yonkers, according to the New York Lottery.  The ticket matched all five numbers in the Monday, Oct. 26, midday drawing, making it a top-prize winner.  The winning numbers were 2 8 20 22 36.  Lottery officials did not say whether a winner came forward. 

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Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer
Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Westchester Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer A longtime Northern Westchester high school coach who spent more than three decades helping young athletes is now facing a devastating battle with terminal brain cancer, prompting his family to seek help.  Dave Fernandes, known to generations of Horace Greeley High School athletes in Chappaqua as "Coach Dave," was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in September 2026, according to a GoFundMe fundraiser launched by his daughter, Kayle Fernandes, on Tuesday, Oct. 27.  The diagnosis came suddenly, and his health has declined rapidly, his daughter said. Fernandes spent more than 30 y…

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Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Hudson Valley Is Convicted Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Hudson Valley Is Convicted Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Hudson Valley Is Convicted
Man Who Shot, Killed 17-Year-Old While He Was With His Aunt In Hudson Valley Is Convicted More than four years after a 17-year-old boy was shot to death while parking a car with his aunt at a Rockland County apartment complex, his killer has been convicted of murder.  Haverstraw resident Anthony Mitchell, 27, was found guilty on Thursday, Oct. 29, of second-degree murder and second-degree attempted murder in the July 2022 shooting that killed Treynahel Cineus, 17, of Spring Valley, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh announced.  The verdict followed a three-week trial before Rockland County Court Judge Kevin Russo.  According to prosecutors, the shooti…

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Man Found Dead On Railroad Tracks In Hudson Valley, Train Traffic Halted Man Found Dead On Railroad Tracks In Hudson Valley, Train Traffic Halted Man Found Dead On Railroad Tracks In Hudson Valley, Train Traffic Halted
Man Found Dead On Railroad Tracks In Hudson Valley, Train Traffic Halted A man was found dead on railroad tracks in Rockland County, stopping train traffic in the area, according to reports.  The discovery was made near Leonard Street in Haverstraw on Thursday morning, Oct. 29, Haverstraw Police Chief John Gould Jr. confirmed to Daily Voice.  Haverstraw Police received a report of a man on the railroad tracks around 8:50 a.m., The Monsey Scoop reported. When authorities located him, he was found dead The Rockland County Sheriff's Office Bureau of Criminal Investigation was called to the scene to help with the investigation. Meanwhile, CSX tr…

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Woman Who Stole Over $130K From Two Past Employers In Westchester Gets Prison Time Woman Who Stole Over $130K From Two Past Employers In Westchester Gets Prison Time Woman Who Stole Over $130K From Two Past Employers In Westchester Gets Prison Time
Woman Who Stole Over $130K From Two Past Employers In Westchester Gets Prison Time A New Jersey woman who admitted to stealing more than $130,000 from two Westchester County, NY businesses where she worked will spend time in state prison and will be ordered to repay the money, prosecutors said.  Michelle Pennant, 48, of Paterson, New Jersey, was sentenced to one and a half to three years in state prison on Wednesday, Oct. 28, Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced.  The sentence was handed down by Westchester County Court Judge Erin McGoey after Pennant pleaded guilty in June to stealing from a construction company and a home decorating busi…

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Shooting Suspect Runs From Cops, Drops Backpack With Gun Inside In Hudson Valley: Police Shooting Suspect Runs From Cops, Drops Backpack With Gun Inside In Hudson Valley: Police Shooting Suspect Runs From Cops, Drops Backpack With Gun Inside In Hudson Valley: Police
Shooting Suspect Runs From Cops, Drops Backpack With Gun Inside In Hudson Valley: Police A 30-year-old shooting suspect was arrested after police said he dropped a backpack containing a loaded handgun during a chase in Orange County.  Newburgh resident Antione Polk, 30, was arrested on Monday, Oct. 26, after police responded to a ShotSpotter alert indicating gunfire near 81 Liberty St., the City of Newburgh Police Department announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The alert led to officers searching the surrounding neighborhood for the suspect, whose description had been provided by dispatchers.  While checking the area, an officer saw a man matching this description nea…

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Man Caught With Cocaine, Fentanyl, Over $5K At Hudson Valley Home Pleads Guilty Man Caught With Cocaine, Fentanyl, Over $5K At Hudson Valley Home Pleads Guilty Man Caught With Cocaine, Fentanyl, Over $5K At Hudson Valley Home Pleads Guilty
Man Caught With Cocaine, Fentanyl, Over $5K At Hudson Valley Home Pleads Guilty An Orange County man who was already on federal and county probation when investigators found cocaine, fentanyl, loaded guns, and thousands of dollars in his apartment is now facing years in prison after pleading guilty to drug and weapon charges.  Newburgh resident Alton Junior, 42, pleaded guilty in Orange County Court to second-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and second-degree attempted criminal possession of a weapon, Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The guilty plea stems from a drug investigation that led authoriti…

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Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning
Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning A seafood recall is prompting an urgent warning for shoppers: The fish could pose a life-threatening risk even if it looks and smells normal. Haifa Smoked Fish, based in Queens, New York, is recalling approximately 560 pounds of cold smoked sprats because of potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, according to its announcement posted by the FDA. The bacterium can cause botulism, a potentially fatal illness. The recall includes all lots, and the company initiated it Tuesday, Oct. 27. The fish went to retailers, restaurants, wholesalers, and food service customers in New York, Ne…

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Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey
Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey A new survey from Campbell's reveals which side dishes are the nation's favorites as Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Camden, New Jersey-based food company released its annual State of the Sides Report on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The survey found that Americans are planning to serve more Thanksgiving side dishes in 2026, with many preferring them over turkey. According to Campbell's, the five most popular Thanksgiving side dishes are: Green bean casserole Mac & cheese Yams or sweet potatoes Mashed potatoes Stuffing or dressing Green bean casserole remains a holiday favorite, …

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Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know
Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Portable chargers sold on Amazon are being recalled after hundreds of reports of fires and overheating, including several burn injuries. The recall affects about 11,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks sold by Mitrytech, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The black chargers have "20W" printed on the front and "Model: W5 PRO" printed on the side. Only devices without an eight-digit date code printed on the side are affected. Mitrytech has received 600 report…

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DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change
DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash is buying Instacart in a $17 billion deal, uniting two major brands for on-demand deliveries of groceries, meals, and other everyday essentials. The two delivery companies announced the agreement in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 29. DoorDash will pay $65 per share to acquire Instacart, with the deal expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028. DoorDash expects to keep Instacart's name and app after the acquisition. Both companies will continue operating separately until the deal is finalized. Instacart customers could gain access to more than 50,000 additional stores…

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Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands
Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Nearly 6 million coffee makers are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when their glass containers shattered. Bodum USA recalled about 5.9 million french press coffee makers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The glass carafes can unexpectedly break if they're cracked or damaged, including from stirring coffee with metal spoons. The recall covers eight-cup and 12-cup Bodum french press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes. The affected models include Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya. Bodum ha…

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Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning
Seafood Recall Alert: Potentially Deadly Illness Risk Prompts Warning A seafood recall is prompting an urgent warning for shoppers: The fish could pose a life-threatening risk even if it looks and smells normal. Haifa Smoked Fish, based in Queens, New York, is recalling approximately 560 pounds of cold smoked sprats because of potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, according to its announcement posted by the FDA. The bacterium can cause botulism, a potentially fatal illness. The recall includes all lots, and the company initiated it Tuesday, Oct. 27. The fish went to retailers, restaurants, wholesalers, and food service customers in New York, Ne…

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Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey
Nation's Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes Revealed In New Survey A new survey from Campbell's reveals which side dishes are the nation's favorites as Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Camden, New Jersey-based food company released its annual State of the Sides Report on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The survey found that Americans are planning to serve more Thanksgiving side dishes in 2026, with many preferring them over turkey. According to Campbell's, the five most popular Thanksgiving side dishes are: Green bean casserole Mac & cheese Yams or sweet potatoes Mashed potatoes Stuffing or dressing Green bean casserole remains a holiday favorite, …

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Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know
Hundreds Of Fire, Overheating Reports Spark Portable Charger Recall: What To Know Portable chargers sold on Amazon are being recalled after hundreds of reports of fires and overheating, including several burn injuries. The recall affects about 11,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks sold by Mitrytech, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The black chargers have "20W" printed on the front and "Model: W5 PRO" printed on the side. Only devices without an eight-digit date code printed on the side are affected. Mitrytech has received 600 report…

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DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change
DoorDash Buying Instacart In $17B Deal: Here's What Could Change DoorDash is buying Instacart in a $17 billion deal, uniting two major brands for on-demand deliveries of groceries, meals, and other everyday essentials. The two delivery companies announced the agreement in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 29. DoorDash will pay $65 per share to acquire Instacart, with the deal expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028. DoorDash expects to keep Instacart's name and app after the acquisition. Both companies will continue operating separately until the deal is finalized. Instacart customers could gain access to more than 50,000 additional stores…

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Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands
Millions Of Coffee Makers Recalled After Dozens Suffer Burns: See Which Brands Nearly 6 million coffee makers are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when their glass containers shattered. Bodum USA recalled about 5.9 million french press coffee makers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Oct. 29. The glass carafes can unexpectedly break if they're cracked or damaged, including from stirring coffee with metal spoons. The recall covers eight-cup and 12-cup Bodum french press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes. The affected models include Bistro, Brazil, Caffettiera, Chambord, Crema, Java, Jesper, and Kenya. Bodum ha…

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Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day
Daylight Saving Time Nears: How The Switch Changes Your Day The clock change is almost here, and familiar routines could suddenly look very different outside your window. Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 1, when clocks across most of the US turn back from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. local time, according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Both sunrise and sunset will shift about an hour earlier by the clock. That brings more morning light, but less daylight for errands, outdoor activities, and the trip home from work. AccuWeather says New York City, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and Seattle will all see sunset before 5 p.m. Sunday. F…

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Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood
Actress Elke Sommer Dies: Golden Globe Winner Charmed Hollywood Elke Sommer, the international screen star who brought glamour and comedy to the “Pink Panther” film series, has died, according to multiple reports. The Golden Globe winner died Wednesday, Oct. 28, at her home in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles after an extended period of declining health. She was 85. The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline reported her death. Sommer starred opposite Peter Sellers in “A Shot in the Dark,” the 1964 sequel to “The Pink Panther.” The role became one of her best-known performances in a career that spanned American and European cinema. She also appeared al…

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How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research
How Long Average Worker Can Go Without A Paycheck Revealed In New Research Losing a paycheck could leave many workers facing a financial squeeze before they find a suitable replacement job, new Monster research suggests. Only 39 percent of employed adults surveyed said they could maintain their current standard of living for at least three months after losing their primary source of income. The findings come from the Monster Research Institute’s Q3 Monster Livelihood Index, which measures workers’ perceptions of their financial resilience and career options. The survey also found that fewer than half, 48 percent, felt confident they could find another job meeting…

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Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park
Longtime Zookeeper Killed In Leopard Attack At Safari Park A zookeeper has died after being attacked by a leopard at a safari park where she worked for nearly 40 years. The woman died on Tuesday, Oct. 27, after suffering serious injuries at Beekse Bergen Safari Park in Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands, the park announced in an Instagram post. The attack happened on Saturday, Oct. 24, while she was working inside an enclosure with two male Persian leopards. The unidentified zookeeper was alone when she suffered severe injuries to her head and neck, Dutch public broadcaster NOS reported. Despite her injuries, she managed to alert coworkers using a walk…

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Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report
Cheaper Alternatives To Famous Vacation Getaways Revealed In New Report A famous vacation destination can come with a premium price, but a new comparison identifies alternatives that could deliver a similar getaway for considerably less. Duel.com’s October report compared 16 well-known destinations with lower-cost counterparts and estimated daily spending for one adult. Maiori, Italy, led the comparison by percentage savings. Breckenridge, Colorado, offered the largest dollar reduction among the destination pairs. The analysis priced well-reviewed three- or four-star hotels on identical dates within each pair. Food and drink estimates used a fixed basket of me…

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