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He Was Her 'Mini Me': Virginia Mom Mourns Son, 29, Killed On Way To Work He Was Her 'Mini Me': Virginia Mom Mourns Son, 29, Killed On Way To Work He Was Her 'Mini Me': Virginia Mom Mourns Son, 29, Killed On Way To Work
He Was Her 'Mini Me': Virginia Mom Mourns Son, 29, Killed On Way To Work A Virginia mother who watched her son find his footing and begin building a future is now mourning the 29-year-old she affectionately called her “mini me” after he was killed in a crash on his way to work. Acie Dylan Francis was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Friday, Oct. 30, on Calohan Road in Campbell County while he was on his way to work, according to police.  Francis shared an especially close bond with his mother, Karen Honaker, who described him as her "sidekick" for the past five years as he worked to build a life for himself. "Karen was just 16 years old when she became …

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She Was No Master: Virginia Spa Owner's Laser Treatments Left Clients Burned, Scarred, Feds Say She Was No Master: Virginia Spa Owner's Laser Treatments Left Clients Burned, Scarred, Feds Say She Was No Master: Virginia Spa Owner's Laser Treatments Left Clients Burned, Scarred, Feds Say
She Was No Master: Virginia Spa Owner's Laser Treatments Left Clients Burned, Scarred, Feds Say They came for cosmetic treatments. Some left with burns and scars after putting their trust in a Virginia spa owner who wasn't qualified to perform the procedures, federal prosecutors say. Hayley Nicole Atwood, 33, of Chesapeake, pleaded guilty to wire fraud after federal prosecutors say she spent years falsely presenting herself as a master esthetician while operating spas in Virginia and North Carolina. Atwood held only a basic esthetician license through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, but had been claiming more advanced credentials since at least 2…

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Driver, 21, Ejected From Honda In Fatal Maryland Crash Identified By Police (UPDATED) Driver, 21, Ejected From Honda In Fatal Maryland Crash Identified By Police (UPDATED) Driver, 21, Ejected From Honda In Fatal Maryland Crash Identified By Police (UPDATED)
Driver, 21, Ejected From Honda In Fatal Maryland Crash Identified By Police (Updated) A 21-year-old Maryland man who was killed in an early-morning crash was ejected from his car after it overturned and struck a utility pole, authorities said. Angel Canales, of Silver Spring, has been identified as the driver killed in the single-vehicle crash near Randolph Road and Bluhill Road shortly before 5 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, according to Montgomery County Police. Investigators say Canales was driving a gray 1990 Honda Civic westbound on Randolph Road when he lost control of the vehicle for reasons that remain under investigation. The Honda struck a curb, overturned, and crashe…

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He Left Venezuela For A Better Life In DC, Now His Family Is Fighting To Bring Him Home He Left Venezuela For A Better Life In DC, Now His Family Is Fighting To Bring Him Home He Left Venezuela For A Better Life In DC, Now His Family Is Fighting To Bring Him Home
He Left Venezuela For A Better Life In DC, Now His Family Is Fighting To Bring Him Home He came to America chasing a better life. Now, after a Maryland father was gunned down waiting for a bus home from work, his grieving family is fighting to bring him back to Venezuela one final time. Yeferson Alejandro Moreno-Gimenez, 27, of Temple Hills, was shot at a bus stop in the 4100 block of Minnesota Avenue NE in Washington, DC, around 5 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29. Less than 20 minutes later, his accused killer, William Louis Chase Jr., 47, was shot by a police officer during a separate confrontation just blocks away, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. But for those w…

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Trick-Or-Treat Traffic Takes Wild Turn As Maryland Driver Leads Virginia Deputies On Chase Trick-Or-Treat Traffic Takes Wild Turn As Maryland Driver Leads Virginia Deputies On Chase Trick-Or-Treat Traffic Takes Wild Turn As Maryland Driver Leads Virginia Deputies On Chase
Trick-Or-Treat Traffic Takes Wild Turn As Maryland Driver Leads Virginia Deputies On Chase Trick-or-treaters weren't the only ones in for a Halloween surprise when a Maryland man turned a festive night in Virginia into a police pursuit. Drew Mason, 37, of Hughesville, found himself in handcuffs after deputies in Spotsylvania County used their cruisers to bring his fleeing vehicle to a stop as families were heading home from Halloween festivities, according to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office. The incident began shortly before 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, when deputies were called to Indian Acres at 6437 Morris Road for a reported hit-and-run crash involving a pedestria…

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One Final Pint: Guinness Brewery In Maryland Set To Close After Eight Years One Final Pint: Guinness Brewery In Maryland Set To Close After Eight Years One Final Pint: Guinness Brewery In Maryland Set To Close After Eight Years
One Final Pint: Guinness Brewery In Maryland Set To Close After Eight Years Last call is coming for beer lovers in Maryland. After more than eight years, millions of visitors, and hundreds of beers, Guinness Open Gate Brewery is preparing to pour its final pints on Sunday, Nov. 1. That leaves customers just one more day to visit the popular brewery at 5001 Washington Blvd. in Halethorpe before it closes its doors for good. The closure marks the end of an experiment that brought one of Ireland's most recognizable brands to the heart of Maryland's craft brewing scene. Guinness opened the Baltimore County brewery in 2018, transforming the former Calvert distillery s…

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Dad Detained By ICE Before Work Now Held In Virginia As Son Prepares To Turn 8 Dad Detained By ICE Before Work Now Held In Virginia As Son Prepares To Turn 8 Dad Detained By ICE Before Work Now Held In Virginia As Son Prepares To Turn 8
Dad Detained By ICE Before Work Now Held In Virginia As Son Prepares To Turn 8 Salvador Calderas Lopez was getting ready to start his workday in Maryland. ICE had other plans. Before his shift even began on Monday morning, Oct. 26, Calderas Lopez was detained by federal immigration agents outside the Silver Diner in Waldorf, according to his family. "He was taken without a warrant or reason, and our family has been left trying to navigate an urgent and painful situation," his sister-in-law, Andrea Chavez-Romero, wrote in a GoFundMe campaign. "Salvador is a great dad and a valued member of the community." According to Chavez-Romero, officers in unmarked vehicles took…

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Massive Amazon Facility Along Virginia's I-95 Corridor Sold, But Retail Giant Isn't Leaving Massive Amazon Facility Along Virginia's I-95 Corridor Sold, But Retail Giant Isn't Leaving Massive Amazon Facility Along Virginia's I-95 Corridor Sold, But Retail Giant Isn't Leaving
Massive Amazon Facility Along Virginia's I-95 Corridor Sold, But Retail Giant Isn't Leaving A massive Amazon distribution center along Virginia's I-95 corridor has changed hands, but the online retail giant isn't going anywhere. The 629,018-square-foot facility at 220 Centreport Parkway in Stafford has been sold by Peterson Companies in a deal arranged by commercial real estate firm JLL, which announced the transaction on Thursday, Oct. 29. JLL did not disclose the purchase price or identify the buyer, though the company confirmed that it also arranged financing for the acquisition. Amazon leases the entire facility, which was completed in 2022 on approximately 81.8 acres near I-…

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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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55 Purcellville Residents Can't Return Home After Firefighters Make Dangerous Discovery 55 Purcellville Residents Can't Return Home After Firefighters Make Dangerous Discovery 55 Purcellville Residents Can't Return Home After Firefighters Make Dangerous Discovery
55 Purcellville Residents Can't Return Home After Firefighters Make Dangerous Discovery What started as a routine call for firefighters in Virginia ended with nearly five dozen people being forced from their homes. It wasn't a fire that drove them out, either. Approximately 55 residents at the Purcellville East Apartments in Loudoun County have been displaced after firefighters discovered damaged staircases that ultimately led inspectors to declare 24 apartments unsafe. The trouble began Sunday, Oct. 25, when Loudoun County Fire and Rescue crews were called to one of the buildings on North 16th Street for an unrelated service call. While they were there, something caught the…

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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. She was res…

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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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PA Dad Of 3 Killed Piloting Florida Learjet Remembered For Faith, Childhood Dream PA Dad Of 3 Killed Piloting Florida Learjet Remembered For Faith, Childhood Dream PA Dad Of 3 Killed Piloting Florida Learjet Remembered For Faith, Childhood Dream
PA Dad Of 3 Killed Piloting Florida Learjet Remembered For Faith, Childhood Dream A Pennsylvania father of three who dreamed of flying as a boy is being remembered for his faith and dependability after he was killed piloting a Learjet that crashed in Florida. Captain Jeff Gregory, 55, was identified as the pilot of N722BD, by his family following NTSB's press conference on Monday, Nov. 2. Gregory was among nine people killed when the Learjet 60 crashed in Palm Beach County on Sunday, Nov. 1. The aircraft was traveling from Austin, Texas, to North Eleuthera in the Bahamas. His Pennsylvania roots included attending Limerick Chapel in Montgomery County, where he spent his …

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Bodycam Shows Deadly Police Shootout With Suspected NJ Sailboat Thief Bodycam Shows Deadly Police Shootout With Suspected NJ Sailboat Thief Bodycam Shows Deadly Police Shootout With Suspected NJ Sailboat Thief
Bodycam Shows Deadly Police Shootout With Suspected NJ Sailboat Thief Newly released body camera and home security footage sheds light on the deadly police shooting of a 27-year-old man accused of stealing a 40-foot sailboat from a New Jersey marina before sailing it to Rhode Island. Brendan Norris, of Newport, RI, was killed Wednesday, Aug. 26, after police confronted him aboard the stolen vessel in Newport Harbor, as previously reported by WJAR. The Newport Police Department released portions of the footage on Oct. 30, as part of its first Critical Incident Community Debriefing, which includes narration, police radio communications, and other details about …

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by Cecilia Levine

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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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$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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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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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 Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recall: 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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by Chris Spiker
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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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by Chris Spiker
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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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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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by Joe Lombardi
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Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning Ground Cinnamon Recall: Possible Lead Contamination Prompts Warning
Ground Cinnamon Recall: 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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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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by Joe Lombardi
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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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by Joe Lombardi
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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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by Joe Lombardi
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Missing Sailor, Dog Rescued By Coast Guard After Months Lost At Sea Missing Sailor, Dog Rescued By Coast Guard After Months Lost At Sea Missing Sailor, Dog Rescued By Coast Guard After Months Lost At Sea
Missing Sailor, Dog Rescued By Coast Guard After Months Lost At Sea A coastal rescue mission spanning thousands of miles ended with a remarkable reunion. The US Coast Guard rescued an 86-year-old sailor and his dog Wednesday, Oct. 28, about 460 miles off San Diego, California, after the pair had gone without contact for more than two months. The sailor had been aboard the sailing vessel Willow Wind, traveling from Astoria, Oregon, to Pago Pago, American Samoa. Coast Guard Pacific Area watchstanders received an overdue-mariner report Saturday, Oct. 24. The sailor had not been heard from since Thursday, Aug. 20. An emergency position-indicating radio beacon …

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America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small Village Is Top Choice
America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small Village Is Top Choice A small village with a big habit of helping others has earned a national honor for making kindness part of everyday life. Liverpool, New York, about 5 miles north of Syracuse, is Reader’s Digest’s Nicest Place in America for 2026. The magazine’s winning profile highlights residents whose generosity reaches well beyond their own streets. Liverpool (marked in red) is located just north of Syracuse in central New York. It sits beside Onondaga Lake. Google Maps The annual contest, launched in 2017, begins with reader nominations. Reader’s Digest’s editorial team vets the submissions and nar…

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