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This Ice Cream-Licking Crossing Guard Stole The Entire News Report This Ice Cream-Licking Crossing Guard Stole The Entire News Report
This Ice Cream-Licking Crossing Guard Stole The Entire News Report NBC showed up to a chaotic crash scene outside a Philadelphia elementary school looking for answers. Instead, they got an unforgettable interview from an ice cream-licking crossing guard who instantly captured the attention of the internet. Jamele Ransom, the crossing guard at 55th Street and Kingsessing Avenue, stole the show during an NBC10 interview Tuesday, May 5, after a stolen construction utility truck flipped into the playground at S. Weir Mitchell Elementary School.  The truck narrowly missed children and Ransom, who pulled one child from the wreckage of the crash, quickl…
Demand For Butter-Dipped Ice Cream Was Too High To Ignore: Get Yours At Paramus Stew Leonard's Demand For Butter-Dipped Ice Cream Was Too High To Ignore: Get Yours At Paramus Stew Leonard's
Demand For Butter-Dipped Ice Cream Was Too High To Ignore: Get Yours At Paramus Stew Leonard's Ice cream in a jacket season? Yes... and ice cream dipped in butter season at Stew Leonard's. The grocery chain’s Paramus and Clifton stores just launched their newest attention-grabber: a butter-dipped soft serve cone that began trending online before most locals even knew it existed. Stew Leonard’s teased the treat on social media days earlier, saying it would roll out the produc if interest was high enough.  In New Jersey, it was. Daily Voice ran its own poll to see if readers were willing to try it, and more than 50 percent said yes, proving that butter does, in fact, make it bet…
Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Quits, Merrick Native Blames Parent Company For Silencing Brand Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Quits, Merrick Native Blames Parent Company For Silencing Brand
Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Quits, Merrick Native Blames Parent Company For Silencing Brand After nearly five decades, Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield has resigned, saying the popular ice cream company has been silenced politically under its corporate ownership. Greenfield's resignation letter was posted on the website FreeBenAndJerrys.com on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The 74-year-old Long Island native created Ben & Jerry's with Ben Cohen back in 1978. In his letter, Greenfield said that with a "broken heart," he can no longer work for Ben & Jerry's because it has lost its independence under Unilever. "This isn't because I've lost my love f…
Mount Vernon-Based Company Issues Ice Cream Recall Mount Vernon-Based Company Issues Ice Cream Recall
Mount Vernon-Based Company Issues Ice Cream Recall Check your freezer. A new allergy-related recall affects ice cream sold at several New York stores. In a notice posted Tuesday, Sept. 2, the FDA said Ice Cream Factory of Mount Vernon, NY recalled specific Vanilla G.Nutt ice cream due to undeclared almond. People with almond allergies or severe tree-nut sensitivities could face a serious or life-threatening reaction if they eat the product. The recall covers 40 pints, 8 quarts, and 3 half gallons. Shipments went to Golden Krust retail stores in Mount Vernon and White Plains and to Farm Country Supermarket in Queens. Packages include plastic…
Bruce Springsteen's Favorite Ice Cream Shop Just Expanded To Colts Neck Bruce Springsteen's Favorite Ice Cream Shop Just Expanded To Colts Neck
Bruce Springsteen's Favorite Ice Cream Shop Just Expanded To Colts Neck Bruce Springsteen’s favorite ice cream shop just got a little closer to the Colts Neck crowd. Jersey Freeze — the iconic Freehold dessert and fast food joint immortalized in the rocker's memoir "Born to Run" — opened its newest location in Colts Neck on Thursday, Aug. 7, and celebrated with free soft serve for everyone. The shop’s roots run deep. Founded in 1952 by the Blackmore family, Jersey Freeze started out slinging cones in Freehold before becoming a go-to spot for burgers, fries, and milkshakes by the 1970s. One of its most famous regulars? The Boss himself, who grew up stopping by f…
From Rare Treat In Pakistan To 30 Years In Englewood: Ice Cream On Grand Marks Sweet Milestone From Rare Treat In Pakistan To 30 Years In Englewood: Ice Cream On Grand Marks Sweet Milestone
From Rare Treat In Pakistan To 30 Years In Englewood: Ice Cream On Grand Marks Sweet Milestone As a boy growing up in Pakistan, Syed Rizvi almost never got ice cream. He only tasted it when his grandmother picked him up from school and bought it for him, maybe once a month. Back then, he dreamed of one day owning an ice cream truck. Three decades later, his reality is beyond anything he could have imagined as a child. Rizvi, 63, now runs one of Bergen County’s most popular ice cream shops — Ice Cream on Grand in Englewood — which this summer celebrated its 30th year and was crowned winner of Daily Voice’s Ice Cream Showdown. Rizvi bought the shop in 1995 when it was still a Carvel. F…
Baltimore Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Vicious Vandal Attacks: 'They Didn't Break Our Spirit' Baltimore Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Vicious Vandal Attacks: 'They Didn't Break Our Spirit'
Baltimore Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Vicious Vandal Attacks: 'They Didn't Break Our Spirit' Shattered glass. Smashed cases. Two attacks in seven days. But the scoops at Moo Moo Cows are back in Maryland. Moo Moo Cows is back up and running, serving "cow-to-cone ice cream," hot dogs, brats, snowballs, and other Baltimore favorites after vandals smashed the storefront.  "They broke our windows (twice), but they didn't break our spirit!" the owners posted on Facebook. "Moo Moo Cows is open all week Wed. thru Sun. (1 p.m. to 9 p.m.)  Come by and share in sweet success and celebration."  The second attack was reported early on Aug. 8 when three people smashed through th…
Breast Milk Ice Cream Praised By Knicks Star: 'It's Actually Very Fire' (POLL) Breast Milk Ice Cream Praised By Knicks Star: 'It's Actually Very Fire' (POLL)
Breast Milk Ice Cream Praised By Knicks Star: 'It's Actually Very Fire' (Poll) A New York Knicks star is savoring a flavor that he once got roasted online for enjoying: breast milk. Knicks guard Josh Hart teamed up with Frida to promote its breast milk ice cream. The baby-products brand announced the controversial flavor in late March and began selling pints in August. Hart, a 2016 national champion at Villanova, became the butt of many "NBA Twitter" jokes when he floated a very polarizing question. "Have yall ever tasted yall significant others breast milk?" he tweeted. "Asking for a friend." Hart's tweet was in late May 2023. A few weeks earlier, his wife Shannon …
Nationwide Ice Cream Recall Issued Nationwide Ice Cream Recall Issued
Nationwide Ice Cream Recall Issued A popular brand of frozen treats has been pulled from shelves nationwide after a labeling issue raised concerns for people with milk allergies. Tropicale Foods, based in Ontario, California, is recalling select Helados Mexico and La Michoacana ice cream products because the ingredient lists failed to declare “milk,” despite including “cream.”  Federal officials say people with milk allergies or severe sensitivities risk serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the recalled products. The affected items, distributed nationwide, include coconut, strawberry, mango, cookies an…
Vote Now: North Jersey's Top 10 Ice Cream Shops Vote Now: North Jersey's Top 10 Ice Cream Shops
Vote Now: North Jersey's Top 10 Ice Cream Shops North Jersey has no shortage of standout ice cream shops — and when we asked Daily Voice Instagram followers to nominate their favorites, the responses poured in by the dozens. We tallied the results and narrowed them down to the 10 most-mentioned local favorites, spanning Bergen, Passaic, Essex, and Morris counties.  Now it’s time to vote for the shop that deserves the title of Best Ice Cream in North Jersey. Meet The Finalists: Conrad's, Westwood Goffle Creamery, Hawthorne Vinnie and Alyssa Penna at Goffle Creamery in Hawthorne, 2024 Daily Voice Best Ice Cream In North Je…
Most Loved Ice Cream Flavors In CT Revealed In New Study Most Loved Ice Cream Flavors In CT Revealed In New Study
Most Loved Ice Cream Flavors In CT Revealed In New Study When it comes to ice cream, the Northeast isn't picking sides. A new report from Beach.com found that Neapolitan is among the most popular in many Northeastern states. The classic trio of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry was listed as a favorite in states like Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia. The travel website used five years of Google search data to determine the top-searched ice cream flavor in each state. In total, Neapolitan ranked No. 1 in 19 states, making it the most popular flavor in the country. In the tri-state area, it's more than just a single scoop: C…
Most US Ice Cream Makers Pledge To Remove Artificial Dyes Most US Ice Cream Makers Pledge To Remove Artificial Dyes
Most US Ice Cream Makers Pledge To Remove Artificial Dyes The vast majority of the nation's ice cream makers have agreed to make their treats without artificial food colorings by 2028. The International Dairy Foods Association has pledged to phase out the synthetic dyes by the end of 2027, the trade group announced on Monday, July 14. The IDFA represents dozens of companies that make more than 90% of the nation's ice cream products. The companies will phase out certified artificial colors from ice cream and frozen dairy desserts made with real milk. Those dyes include Red 3, Red 40, Green 3, Blue 1, Blue 2, Yellow 5, and Y…
Free Cones Coming To Friendly’s Over These 3 Days Free Cones Coming To Friendly’s Over These 3 Days
Free Cones Coming To Friendly’s Over These 3 Days They’ve been scooping cones for 90 years. Now they’re giving them away. Friendly’s is celebrating its milestone anniversary and National Ice Cream Day with a weekend-long celebration that includes free ice cream and other limited-time offers. The three-day event runs Friday, July 18 through Sunday, July 20, a stretch that covers Friendly’s Founders Day and the ice cream holiday. Here’s what’s on the table: Free Cone or Dish on July 20 — Friendly’s Fan Club Rewards members can score one small cone or dish of ice cream free of charge at participating locations. 90-Cent Ice Cream for Everyo…
Stewart’s ‘Give A Pint, Get A Pint’ Campaign Draws Thousands With Sweet Summer Deal Stewart’s ‘Give A Pint, Get A Pint’ Campaign Draws Thousands With Sweet Summer Deal
Stewart’s ‘Give A Pint, Get A Pint’ Campaign Draws Thousands With Sweet Summer Deal Thousands of New Yorkers stepped up to help save lives this summer, all while scoring a sweet reward. More than 10,000 generous donors rolled up their sleeves in June for the 10th annual Give A Pint, Get A Pint campaign—an effort between Stewart’s Shops and the American Red Cross of Eastern New York. The math? 10,479 blood donations, including 745 first-timers, resulting in enough blood to help 30,000 patients in need, the convenience store chain announced. As a cherry on top, each donor received a free pint of Stewart’s prepackaged ice cream or gelato, redeemable at any participating shop…
86-Year-Old Ice Cream Shop Expanding For First-Time Ever To Woodbridge 86-Year-Old Ice Cream Shop Expanding For First-Time Ever To Woodbridge
86-Year-Old Ice Cream Shop Expanding For First-Time Ever To Woodbridge Nasto’s, a Newark ice cream institution, is expanding for the first time in its 86-year history.  The cherished family-run shop announced on social media that it will open a second location this fall, this time in Woodbridge. The sweetest part? The new shop at 992 St. Georges Ave. will be run by the fourth generation of the Nasto family: Gabriella and Victoria Nasto. The girls' great-grandparents are Frank Sr. and Angelina, who founded the Ironbound shop in 1939. Nasto's has since "evolved from a quaint neighborhood mom-and-pop shop into a leading manufacturer of premium ice cre…
Buy Bomb Pops For Five Cents To Celebrate Treat's 70th Birthday: Here's How Buy Bomb Pops For Five Cents To Celebrate Treat's 70th Birthday: Here's How
Buy Bomb Pops For Five Cents To Celebrate Treat's 70th Birthday: Here's How An iconic summer popsicle is celebrating its 70th birthday by selling the frozen treat for its original price: a nickel. Bomb Pop will give fans a chance to buy a 12-pack of the rocket-shaped popsicles for five cents, Wells Enterprises said in a news release on Thursday, June 26, which is also National Bomb Pop Day. The promotion offers the cherry, lime, and blue raspberry classic for the same price it was sold for when it first launched in 1955. There will be 70 winners selected each day through Wednesday, July 30, meaning more than 2,000 lucky fans can take advantage of the five-cent…
Stewart's Shops Wants Your Blood—And They'll Pay You In Ice Cream To Get It Stewart's Shops Wants Your Blood—And They'll Pay You In Ice Cream To Get It
Stewart's Shops Wants Your Blood—And They'll Pay You In Ice Cream To Get It Giving back has never been sweeter. Stewart’s Shops and the American Red Cross are teaming up once again for their 10th annual ‘Give A Pint, Get A Pint’ campaign, where blood donors throughout the region can trade their good deed for a pint of delicious Stewart’s ice cream or gelato. Throughout the month of June, if you donate blood at a participating Red Cross location, you’ll walk away with a certificate redeemable for a free pint of Stewart’s pre-packaged ice cream or gelato. The partnership has collected more than 104,000 donations since 2016, helping save countless lives while also s…
Scoop Dreams Come True: National Ice Cream Shop Brand To Open Yonkers Locale Scoop Dreams Come True: National Ice Cream Shop Brand To Open Yonkers Locale
Scoop Dreams Come True: National Ice Cream Shop Brand To Open Yonkers Locale As summer approaches, ice cream lovers in Westchester have something to celebrate: a national sweet treat brand born on the streets of New York City is opening its first-ever location in the county.  Van Leeuwen Ice Cream will officially open its doors on Thursday, May 22, at the Ridge Hill shopping mall in Yonkers. The new shop will be located in Ridge Hill's Town Square.  To mark the occasion, Van Leeuwen is offering $1 scoops from 3 to 5 p.m. and free limited-edition totes to the first 100 customers starting at 3 p.m.  Founded in 2008 by Ben Van Leeuwen, Pete Van Lee…
Video: Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder, Merrick Native Ben Cohen Booted From Senate Over Gaza Protest Video: Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder, Merrick Native Ben Cohen Booted From Senate Over Gaza Protest
Video: Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder, Merrick Native Ben Cohen Booted From Senate Over Gaza Protest Dramatic video shows the moment Ben & Jerry’s co-founder and Long Island native Ben Cohen was escorted out of a US Senate hearing while protesting Congress’ role in the Israel-Hamas war. The 74-year-old Cohen was arrested Wednesday, May 14, after joining several protesters in interrupting a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing that featured testimony from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Capitol Police said Cohen and the others were charged with “crowding, obstructing, or incommoding,” a misdemeanor offense related to illegal protesting…
Sweet News: New Gelato Shop Coming To Hartsdale In Time For Warmer Weather Sweet News: New Gelato Shop Coming To Hartsdale In Time For Warmer Weather
Sweet News: New Gelato Shop Coming To Hartsdale In Time For Warmer Weather Ice cream lovers, rejoice — a new gelato shop is about to make things a whole lot sweeter in a Westchester hamlet.  Gotham Freeze, a family-owned artisanal gelato and sorbet company, is celebrating its soft opening this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, April 19 and 20, at its new storefront at 13 East Hartsdale Ave. The store will be open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. both days.  Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner, who announced the opening on Wednesday, said it was good news for anyone needing a little joy and flavor to beat life’s daily stressors.  "If you love ice cream and so…
Breast Milk Ice Cream Announced By Baby Brand Divides Internet: Would You Try It? (POLL) Breast Milk Ice Cream Announced By Baby Brand Divides Internet: Would You Try It? (POLL)
Breast Milk Ice Cream Announced By Baby Brand Divides Internet: Would You Try It? (Poll) A company specializing in baby and maternal products will soon sell a very different type of ice cream that tastes like human breast milk. Frida has generated a lot of attention online after announcing the breast milk-flavored ice cream in an Instagram post on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The company said the dessert will be "due in nine months." Frida called the breast milk ice cream its "sweetest drop yet," with a flavor that's nutty and has a hint of salt. "Breast milk and formula fuel brain and body development thanks to a powerhouse of fats, protein, carbs, vitamins and immunity-boosting antib…
Best Ice Cream In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Joe's Dairy Bar & Grill Best Ice Cream In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Joe's Dairy Bar & Grill
Best Ice Cream In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Joe's Dairy Bar & Grill We are thrilled to announce that Joe's Dairy Bar & Grill has been named Best Ice Cream in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Joe's Dairy Bar & Grill serves carefully crafted towering soft-serve swirls, hand-dipped hard ice cream, and extravagant sundaes that transform a simple dessert into an unforgettable experience. Each milkshake, for instance, is expertly made by hand and available in an impressive variety of flavors—including some truly unique combinations that set Joe's Dairy Bar & Grill apart in the Hudson Valley, p…
Best Ice Cream In Bergen County In 2024: Van Dyk's Homemade Ice Cream Best Ice Cream In Bergen County In 2024: Van Dyk's Homemade Ice Cream
Best Ice Cream In Bergen County In 2024: Van Dyk's Homemade Ice Cream We are thrilled to announce that Van Dyk's Homemade Ice Cream has been named Best Ice Cream in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! For over 40 years, this family-owned business has taken pride in its time-tested recipes—from a velvety vanilla to creative seasonal specials—and small-batch production, according to its website. One Readers' Choice voter is a devoted fan. “Their peach is the best I've ever had," the voter shared. "When we drove a motorhome to California, Time Magazine had just printed a list of the best ice cream places in the US, and we were able to …
Best Ice Cream On Long Island In 2024: Magic Fountain Best Ice Cream On Long Island In 2024: Magic Fountain
Best Ice Cream On Long Island In 2024: Magic Fountain We are thrilled to announce that Magic Fountain has been named Best Ice Cream on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Calling its menu a "symphony of indulgence," Magic Fountain offers classics like creamy vanilla and rich chocolate at its counter as well as inventive flavors that push the boundaries of taste, according to its website. At Magic Fountain, every scoop of ice cream is made with passion and a touch of creativity, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best on Long Island began with reader nominations …
Best Ice Cream In Fairfield County In 2024: Ferris Acres Creamery Best Ice Cream In Fairfield County In 2024: Ferris Acres Creamery
Best Ice Cream In Fairfield County In 2024: Ferris Acres Creamery We are thrilled to announce that Ferris Acres Creamery has been named Best Ice Cream in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Ferris Acres Creamery has been delighting customers with handcrafted ice cream since 2003, featuring unique recipes made from top-quality ingredients. With three generations actively involved, the seasonal Ferris Acres Creamery remains a true family-run business, dedicated to making high-quality ice cream that keeps customers coming back, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to nam…
Best Ice Cream In Westchester County In 2024: Longford's Ice Cream Best Ice Cream In Westchester County In 2024: Longford's Ice Cream
Best Ice Cream In Westchester County In 2024: Longford's Ice Cream We are thrilled to announce that Longford's Ice Cream in Larchmont has been named Best Ice Cream in Westchester County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!​ According to its website, Longford's Ice Cream began as a small-batch producer in 1992. Longford's commitment to quality, per its website, is evident in its production of over 60 flavors of ice cream—along with seasonal favorites and more than 30 flavors of sorbet and gelato—with each batch crafted using the finest cream, pure cane sugar, imported vanilla, rich cocoas, and premium ingredients, ensuring a fresh and creamy prod…
Sweet Dreams: Late-Night Cookie Chain Expanding To Albany Sweet Dreams: Late-Night Cookie Chain Expanding To Albany
Sweet Dreams: Late-Night Cookie Chain Expanding To Albany Got the midnight munchies? Insomnia Cookies is bringing its warm, gooey, fresh-from-the-oven goodness to the Capital Region. The national chain is planning to open new stores at the following locations, a company spokesperson confirmed to Daily Voice: Albany at 1211 Western Avenue Schenectady at 118 Jay Street The stores will be the company’s first in the Empire State located outside of New York City. Whether you’re a chocolate chunk fanatic, peanut butter cup enthusiast, or a die-hard snickerdoodle supporter, Insomnia Cookies delivers the goods. Their menu includes: ✅ Classic Cookies (…
Lancaster Food Truck Serving Peruvian Cuisine Ranked No. 5 On Yelp's Top Restaurant List Lancaster Food Truck Serving Peruvian Cuisine Ranked No. 5 On Yelp's Top Restaurant List
Lancaster Food Truck Serving Peruvian Cuisine Ranked No. 5 On Yelp's Top Restaurant List Several restaurants in the Northeast are among the best 100 places to eat in the US, according to a new list. Yelp has released its 2025 Top 100 Places to Eat list, spotlighting everything from food trucks and fast-casual gems to fine dining standouts. The list was created from restaurant reviews, ratings, and activity, then further curated by community managers and Yelp's "trend expert." Peruvian Cuisine In Dutch Country Chellas Arepa Kitchen in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was ranked No. 5 in the nation, standing out for its Peruvian-inspired arepas stuffed with options like honey-roasted BBQ…
Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor
Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor It doesn't matter if you're single, coupled up, in a "situationship," or anywhere in between, you might find it easy to fall in love with Ben & Jerry's newest flavor for Valentine's Day. Ben & Jerry's has revealed Chocolate Covered Strawberry as its first limited-batch flavor of 2025, the Vermont company said in a news release on Tuesday, Feb. 11. The decadent twist on the romantic pairing was announced just in time for Valentine's Day on Friday, Feb. 14. The new flavor combines strawberry ice cream, a swirl of strawberry jam, and rich chocolate fudge flakes. "When strawberry …
Ben & Jerry’s Reopens in Hoboken After Brief Closure Ben & Jerry’s Reopens in Hoboken After Brief Closure
Ben & Jerry’s Reopens in Hoboken After Brief Closure Ice cream lovers in Hoboken can breathe a sigh of relief. The Ben & Jerry's at 405 Washington St. reopened on Wednesday, Jan. 22 following a brief closure for renovations that left those with a sweet tooth (even in the bitter cold) filled with anxiety when they walked by and saw the store closed and papered over. "We're excited to be back up and running, ready to serve our delicious treats to the community once again," Kath Olayres, a spokesperson for Ben & Jerry's said. 
Love At First Sip: Stewart’s Shops Debuts 'Sweetheart Shake' Ahead Of Valentine's Day Love At First Sip: Stewart’s Shops Debuts 'Sweetheart Shake' Ahead Of Valentine's Day
Love At First Sip: Stewart’s Shops Debuts 'Sweetheart Shake' Ahead Of Valentine's Day Love is in the air – and in your cup– at Stewart’s Shops. New York’s hometown convenience store chain introduced its new Sweetheart Shake in honor of Valentine’s Day. The limited-edition frosted treat combines customer fave Cherry Loves Chocolate ice cream with dark chocolatey flakes, juicy red cherries, and a decadent chocolate drizzle to make every sip a love story in the making. Whether you’re treating a special someone or just treating yourself, this creamy, dreamy shake is only around for a short time. It's love at first sip! 😍🥤 Say hello to your newest crush, the limited editio…