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Survey Reveals What Makes For Perfect Night Out Survey Reveals What Makes For Perfect Night Out
Survey Reveals What Makes For Perfect Night Out Even as face-to-face socializing dips nationwide, younger Americans say the secret to a great night out has not changed: keep it spontaneous. A new survey of 1,000 millennials and 1,000 Gen Z adults ages 21 and over found that the best evenings are often the ones that unfold naturally, with decisions made in the moment rather than mapped out in advance. The research was conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Josh Cellars. According to the findings, 48 percent of respondents said they begin a typical night out with at least one decision already in mind, including whether they plan to drin…

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by Joe Lombardi
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'Deadliest Catch' Star, 25, Dies On Dangerous Sea: 'He Quickly Became Family' 'Deadliest Catch' Star, 25, Dies On Dangerous Sea: 'He Quickly Became Family'
'Deadliest Catch' Star, 25, Dies On Dangerous Sea: 'He Quickly Became Family' A crew member featured on "Deadliest Catch" has died in what the captain called the "most tragic day" in the history of the crab boat. Todd Meadows, a crew member on the Aleutian Lady, died at the age of 25 on Wednesday, Feb. 25. Rick Shelford, the boat's captain, announced Meadows' death in an Instagram post on Monday, March 2. Meadows was the newest member of the crew featured on the long-running reality TV show on the Discovery Channel. "He quickly became family," Shelford wrote. "His love for fishing and his strong work ethic earned everyone's respect right away. His smile was con…

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by Chris Spiker
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Netflix March Lineup: 'Peaky Blinders' Movie, 'Heartbreak High' Among Highlights Netflix March Lineup: 'Peaky Blinders' Movie, 'Heartbreak High' Among Highlights
Netflix March Lineup: 'Peaky Blinders' Movie, 'Heartbreak High' Among Highlights Netflix is kicking off March with a packed lineup of new movies, series, and specials, including the highly anticipated movie "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" and the return of fan-favorite shows like "One Piece" and "Heartbreak High." Here’s a look at some of the highlights coming to Netflix this month: Key Releases Movies: "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" (Friday, March 20) "The Bad Guys 2" (Saturday, March 21) "Ready or Not: Texas" (Tuesday, March 24) TV Shows & Series: "One Piece: Season 2" "Heartbreak High: Season 3" (Wednesday, March 25) "Virgin River: Season 7" (Thursday, …

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by Joe Lombardi
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'Remain In Your Castles': NY Police Dept's Game Of Thrones-Style Blizzard Posts Go Viral 'Remain In Your Castles': NY Police Dept's Game Of Thrones-Style Blizzard Posts Go Viral
'Remain In Your Castles': NY Police Dept's Game Of Thrones-Style Blizzard Posts Go Viral A police department in New York took to the Iron Throne to command its subjects (local residents) to stay safe while a blizzard slammed into the Northeast.  As the Nor'easter swept through Westchester on Monday, Feb. 23, the Ossining Police Department ditched standard storm warnings in favor of full-on "Game of Thrones" roleplay — and Facebook absolutely loved it.  In its most recent post just before 1:30 p.m. on Monday, the department went full medieval, admitting defeat as Winter had arrived and warning residents about Westchester County's extended road ban: "TRAVEL BAN EXTENDED…

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by Ben Crnic
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Survey Reveals What Americans Don’t Want You To See In Their Cars Survey Reveals What Americans Don’t Want You To See In Their Cars
Survey Reveals What Americans Don’t Want You To See In Their Cars If a quick ride offer sparks panic about what someone might see inside your car, you are far from alone. A new national survey suggests many Americans are quietly embarrassed by the state of their vehicles, which are increasingly doubling as mobile storage units filled with everything from food wrappers to unexpected personal items. According to a new poll of 2,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research for Guessing Headlights, about one third of car owners say they feel embarrassed by the condition of their car’s interior. The research found that clutter is common. One third of respondent…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Beauty Influencer Mikayla Nogueira Announces Divorce To Millions Of Followers Beauty Influencer Mikayla Nogueira Announces Divorce To Millions Of Followers
Beauty Influencer Mikayla Nogueira Announces Divorce To Millions Of Followers Beauty influencer Mikayla Nogueira announced to her millions of social media followers that she and her husband, Cody Hawken, were getting divorced.  The Massachusetts native broke the news in a TikTok video posted Thursday, Feb. 12, that the couple had decided to split last year. Hawken also has a large social media following.  "I am getting a divorce," she said. "Take a minute, take it in. I am getting a divorce." The East Freetown, Massachusetts, native grew up in Plymouth County and graduated from Apponequet Regional High School. She built a massive following through beauty r…

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by Josh Lanier
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Long Island Restaurant Named Among Most Romantic In US: See Full List Long Island Restaurant Named Among Most Romantic In US: See Full List
Long Island Restaurant Named Among Most Romantic In US: See Full List From trendy downtown spots to scenic waterfall views, some of the Northeast's most beloved date-night destinations are earning national honors. OpenTable has released its 2026 list of the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in the US. There were 23 restaurants selected from Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Here's who made the list across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic: Connecticut J. Gilbert's – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood (Glastonbury) Prime-aged steaks cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill make this upscale steakhouse a popular …

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by Chris Spiker
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Ireland Baldwin Shares ‘Rules’ For Her Fellow Nepo Babies: ‘Stop Denying It’ Ireland Baldwin Shares ‘Rules’ For Her Fellow Nepo Babies: ‘Stop Denying It’
Ireland Baldwin Shares ‘Rules’ For Her Fellow Nepo Babies: ‘Stop Denying It’ Who better to advise “nepotism babies” than a nepo baby herself? Ireland Baldwin, the 30-year-old model and daughter of actors Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, posted a tongue-in-cheek video on Instagram laying out her “rules” for anyone benefiting from famous parents. “Look, if you’re gonna be a nepo baby there are rules that we all have to follow. I’m sorry, but there are rules,” Baldwin says at the start of the clip. Rule No. 1? Own it. “Stop denying it. You can’t deny who you are,” she says. “You make us look really silly when you take all that credit. So stop.” From there, Baldwin…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Family Starts Over After Late-Night Fire Destroys Nassau Home; Community Support Swells Family Starts Over After Late-Night Fire Destroys Nassau Home; Community Support Swells
Family Starts Over After Late-Night Fire Destroys Nassau Home; Community Support Swells Support is rising for a Long Island family after a late-night house fire forced them from their home, destroying nearly all of their belongings. The fire broke out late Saturday night, Feb. 7, at the East Meadow home of Kim and Ralph Maresco and their two sons. The family escaped safely thanks to the quick response of the North Bellmore Fire Department, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized by Darlene Paskiewicz. No injuries were reported, but the home sustained extensive damage and personal belongings inside were destroyed. “[They] experienced every family’s worst nightmare, their ho…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Lonely Hearts Club: LI Dog Jackie Has Waited 6 Years For Someone To Choose Her Lonely Hearts Club: LI Dog Jackie Has Waited 6 Years For Someone To Choose Her
Lonely Hearts Club: LI Dog Jackie Has Waited 6 Years For Someone To Choose Her As Valentine’s Day approaches, Long Island’s Lonely Hearts Club includes an adorable dog who has spent nearly her entire life in a shelter. Jackie, now 6 years old, has lived at the Babylon Animal Shelter for more than five and a half years — over 2,000 days — according to volunteers advocating for her adoption. Despite hundreds of social media posts, thousands of shares, and a dedicated Facebook page called "Jackie Needs a Family" with more than 6,800 followers, Jackie remains without a permanent home. “She’s been waiting for so long for someone to choose her,” volunteers wrote in a recen…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Tom Brady Dancing With Influencer May Explain 'Crush' Theories After Cringe Selfies Tom Brady Dancing With Influencer May Explain 'Crush' Theories After Cringe Selfies
Tom Brady Dancing With Influencer May Explain 'Crush' Theories After Cringe Selfies Fresh footage that shows Tom Brady dancing with influencer Alix Earle confirms what many internet sleuths have been thinking: Man's got a crush. Exclusive video shared by celebrity-spotting Instagram account Deuxmoi shows the 48-year-old NFL legend grinning ear to ear while dancing with social media influencer and New Jersey construction heiress Alex Earle, 25, at a Super Bowl party Saturday, Feb. 7. Earle has her back to the camera and is holding a drink. Brady never takes his eyes off of her. Brady shared a series of [cringe] selfies on Sunday, Feb. 1 that had content creator Kelli Willi…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Bellmore Man Turns $2 Ticket Into $4.5M Payday Bellmore Man Turns $2 Ticket Into $4.5M Payday
Bellmore Man Turns $2 Ticket Into $4.5M Payday A Long Island lottery player just scored a life-changing win, claiming a CASH4LIFE prize worth at least $7 million. Jason Champagne, of Bellmore, claimed the $1,000 A Day For Life top prize after his ticket matched the first five numbers drawn on Dec. 9, 2025, according to the New York Lottery. The winning numbers were 12, 24, 36, 54, and 56, with Cash Ball 02. While the prize guarantees a minimum payout of $7 million paid out over time, Champagne opted to take the cash value instead. He received a one-time lump sum payment of $4,557,000 after required withholdings. The winning ticket was…

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by Michael Mashburn