Woodbridge Student Diagnosed With Tuberculosis: Principal Woodbridge Student Diagnosed With Tuberculosis: Principal
Woodbridge Student Diagnosed With Tuberculosis: Principal A student at Colonia High School in Woodbridge Township has been diagnosed with tuberculosis, principal Christopher Chiera announced in a letter to parents on Friday, March 14.  School officials are working with the Middlesex County Office of Health Services to identify students and staff who may have been potentially exposed to the individual., Chiera wrote.  Those individuals identified as a close contact will be screened as a precautionary measure, Chiera said. School officials will contact parents/guardians of students identified by the Middlesex County Off…
Routine Eye Exam Leads To Leukemia Diagnosis For Montgomery County Actor Kevin Saunders Routine Eye Exam Leads To Leukemia Diagnosis For Montgomery County Actor Kevin Saunders
Routine Eye Exam Leads To Leukemia Diagnosis For Montgomery County Actor Kevin Saunders A beloved Maryland actor and filmmaker is facing the fight of his life after an unexpected leukemia diagnosis, rallying a wave of support from friends, colleagues, and fans across the country. Kevin Saunders, a Montgomery County native and University of Maryland alum, has spent years lighting up screens and stages as a talented actor, director, and producer.  But now, his biggest role yet is battling an aggressive form of leukemia—one that came out of nowhere after what was supposed to be a routine eye exam. The actor took to a different camera this week to update well-wishers about his co…
Tracy Morgan Recovering After Vomiting Courtside At Knicks Game Tracy Morgan Recovering After Vomiting Courtside At Knicks Game
Tracy Morgan Recovering After Vomiting Courtside At Knicks Game Tracy Morgan, who lives in Bergen County, said he is on the mend after he vomited while sitting courtside at a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 17. Footage widely shared on social media showed the "30 Rock star" being wheeled out of Madison Square Garden with a bloody nose.  The game, which the Knicks won 116-95, was delayed in the third quarter for 10 minutes. But all is well, Morgan, an Alpine resident, said, sharing a photo on Instagram from his hospital bed. "Thank you for all your concern! I’m doing ok now and doctors say it was food poisoning," Morg…
Best Children's Museum In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum Best Children's Museum In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
Best Children's Museum In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum We are thrilled to announce that the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum has been named Best Children's Museum in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum is the region's premier destination for children and families. The museum offers interactive exhibits focusing on early literacy, art, STEM education, health, and the local community, providing an enriching environment where children can develop foundational skills through purposeful play and interpersonal connections, per its website. Mid-Hudson Discovery …
Best Chiropractor On Long Island In 2024: Richard Grosso, DC Best Chiropractor On Long Island In 2024: Richard Grosso, DC
Best Chiropractor On Long Island In 2024: Richard Grosso, DC We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Richard Grosso, DC has been named Best Chiropractor on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! With over 25 years of experience serving the Mineola and Queens communities, Dr. Grosso specializes in treating acute musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, neck pain, sciatica, shoulder pain, headaches, and herniated or bulging discs, according to his website. Known for his patient-focused approach, Dr. Grosso takes the time to listen and develop personalized treatment plans, and he combines chiropractic care with expertise in fitnes…
Best Chiropractor In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Schnapper Chiropractic Best Chiropractor In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Schnapper Chiropractic
Best Chiropractor In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Schnapper Chiropractic We are thrilled to announce that Schnapper Chiropractic has been named Best Chiropractor in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Dr. Jeffrey Schnapper employs a "whole person" approach to chiropractic care, per his website. This methodology focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of discomfort, rather than merely alleviating symptoms, and, thus, it helps patients achieve health and functionality goals, according to his website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in the Hudson Valley began with re…
Backyard Flock Quarantined, Depopulated After Bird Flu Detected In Montgomery County Backyard Flock Quarantined, Depopulated After Bird Flu Detected In Montgomery County
Backyard Flock Quarantined, Depopulated After Bird Flu Detected In Montgomery County A highly contagious strain of avian influenza has been detected in a Montgomery County backyard flock, prompting quarantines and immediate depopulation of affected birds, state officials announced. Laboratory testing confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza (HPAI), a deadly airborne virus that spreads easily among birds. Maryland Department of Agriculture officials have taken swift action to prevent further spread, ensuring that birds from the infected flock will not enter the food system. Final confirmation from the US Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinar…
'We're Bringing The Party:' Baltimore’s Vegan Visionaries Keep The Mushroom Magic Rolling 'We're Bringing The Party:' Baltimore’s Vegan Visionaries Keep The Mushroom Magic Rolling
'We're Bringing The Party:' Baltimore’s Vegan Visionaries Keep The Mushroom Magic Rolling The brains behind some of Maryland's favorite vegan fare are looking to hit the road. Husband-and-wife combo Marvin and Aleah Montague, the owners/founders of Meat the Mushroom and, now, Swap Out The Swine are seeking their customers' assistance as they attempt to raise the cash to purchase a food truck and take their life-altering menu across the DMV region. The couple's companies began first as a manufacturing operation, shipping mushroom-based products to grocery stores and restaurants for the past four years - highlighted by their calling card, the "Shroomacon," a bacon-esque product th…
Renowned DC Area Chef Fires Back At Trump: 'Submitted My Resignation Last Week' Renowned DC Area Chef Fires Back At Trump: 'Submitted My Resignation Last Week'
Renowned DC Area Chef Fires Back At Trump: 'Submitted My Resignation Last Week' Celebrity chef José Andrés, who has longstanding ties to the DC area, got the last laugh on Donald Trump after being "ousted" from the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition.  During his flurry of appointments, firings, and executive orders issued on Monday after the president's inauguration, Andrés — who founded World Central Kitchen — found himself in the president's crosshairs as he targeted those who "are not aligned with our vision to Make America Great Again."  In a bombastic social media post early on Tuesday, the new president announced that h…
FDA Approves ZYN Nicotine Pouches For Sale, Restricts Ads Targeting Teens FDA Approves ZYN Nicotine Pouches For Sale, Restricts Ads Targeting Teens
FDA Approves ZYN Nicotine Pouches For Sale, Restricts Ads Targeting Teens The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the sales of 20 types of ZYN nicotine pouches amid concerns about children and teens using the products. The decision allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be legally marketed in the U.S. to adults aged 21 and older, the FDA said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 6. The small natural fiber pouches are designed to be placed between the gum and lip. The FDA said the pouches contain substantially lower levels of harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes and most smokeless tobacco products, reducing risks of cancer and other serious …
Rabies Alert: Charles County Warns Of Outbreak After Two Wildlife Cases Confirmed Rabies Alert: Charles County Warns Of Outbreak After Two Wildlife Cases Confirmed
Rabies Alert: Charles County Warns Of Outbreak After Two Wildlife Cases Confirmed Officials in Charles County are urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant after two animals tested positive for rabies in the La Plata and Dentsville areas over the past month. The Charles County Department of Health reported a rabid raccoon near Charles Street and Penns Hill Road on Dec. 22, 2024, then on Thursday, Jan. 9, a fox in the vicinity of Cooksey Road and Penns Hill Road also tested positive for the deadly virus. “Rabies is a disease of animals and people,” health officials warned.  The virus is spread through the saliva of a rabid animal, they said. Usually this occu…
Haddon Heights Softball Star Will Skip Senior Season To Play For Oklahoma Sooners Haddon Heights Softball Star Will Skip Senior Season To Play For Oklahoma Sooners
Haddon Heights Softball Star Will Skip Senior Season To Play For Oklahoma Sooners Sophia Bordi isn’t just pitching dreams—she’s throwing heat.  Sooner Nation, help us welcome Sophia Bordi to Norman!The two-time New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year reclassifies and joins OU ahead of the 2025 campaign! pic.twitter.com/CqiB2FHHwS — Oklahoma Softball (@OU_Softball) January 9, 2025 The Haddon Heights High School softball standout has re-classified and is skipping her senior season to suit up for four-time reigning college softball champs, the Oklahoma Sooners. Bordi had committed to the collegiate team in 2024. A two-time Gatorade New Jersey Player of the Year, Bo…