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Local Nassau County Election Flips Democrat For Second Time In 120 Years A local Long Island election produced a stunning result Tuesday night, Nov. 3. Democrat Joe Scianablo defeated Republican incumbent John Ferretti in the race for Hempstead Town Supervisor, according to Newsday. It is only the second time in 120 years that a Democrat won the job. With 96.2% of precincts reporting, Scianablo tallied 141,674 votes to Ferretti’s 131,515, according to official Nassau County data. Ferretti called Scianablo to concede the race, Newsday reported, setting up the end of his one-year term as town supervisor. The only victory for Democrats in the Hempstead Town Super…

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Ballot Counting To Begin After Election Day Scanner Failures In Westchester County Ballot Counting To Begin After Election Day Scanner Failures In Westchester County Ballot Counting To Begin After Election Day Scanner Failures In Westchester County
Ballot Counting To Begin After Election Day Scanner Failures In Westchester County Paper ballots cast in Westchester County during an Election Day voting machine failure will begin being counted on Wednesday morning, Nov. 4, election officials announced.   The Westchester County Board of Elections will begin counting the ballots at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, after widespread scanner problems prevented voting machines from accepting paper ballots across the county on Tuesday, Nov. 3.  According to the Board of Elections, the ballots were secured after polls closed at 9 p.m. Tuesday and were being transported under police supervision from polling places to the boa…

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Election 2026: Kathy Hochul Wins Reelection, Defeats Nassau County Exec Bruce Blakeman Election 2026: Kathy Hochul Wins Reelection, Defeats Nassau County Exec Bruce Blakeman Election 2026: Kathy Hochul Wins Reelection, Defeats Nassau County Exec Bruce Blakeman
Election 2026: Kathy Hochul Wins Reelection, Defeats Nassau County Exec Bruce Blakeman Polls have closed, and a winner has emerged in New York's gubernatorial race. Incumbent Kathy Hochul is projected to be reelected to a second full term as Governor of New York, according to multiple reports. As of 11:43 p.m. p.m., Hochul had received 3,404,922 votes, or 59.36 percent, while Blakeman had received 2,261,870, or 39.43 percent.  Hochul, 68, defeated Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman, the current Nassau County Executive.  She centered her campaign on affordability, public safety, and opposition to President Trump's policies. She also highlighted her admin…

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Long Island Election Results: See Who Will Represent Nassau County In Congress Long Island Election Results: See Who Will Represent Nassau County In Congress Long Island Election Results: See Who Will Represent Nassau County In Congress
Long Island Election Results: See Who Will Represent Nassau County In Congress All four of Long Island’s representatives in Congress were expected to hold their seats on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Democrats Tom Suozzi and Laura Gillen won reelection in their Nassau County-based districts, according to Decision Desk HQ, NBC News, and Newsday. Meanwhile, Republicans Nick LaLota and Andrew Garbarino were leading in the vote totals into Wednesday morning, Nov. 4.  New York's 1st District LaLota has represented New York’s 1st District, which covers northern and eastern Suffolk County, since he was elected in 2023. He was expected to triumph over Democratic candid…

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16-Year-Old Nassau Girl Robbed While Walking Home From School, Cops Say 16-Year-Old Nassau Girl Robbed While Walking Home From School, Cops Say 16-Year-Old Nassau Girl Robbed While Walking Home From School, Cops Say
16-Year-Old Nassau Girl Robbed While Walking Home From School, Cops Say A 16-year-old girl was attacked and robbed while walking home from school on Long Island, police said. The victim was walking in Lakeview around 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 when a different 16-year-old girl sprayed her in the face with an “unknown substance,” the Nassau County Police Department said. Whatever the substance was, it caused the 16-year-old victim to suffer pain and drop the bag she was carrying, police said. The attacker then picked up the bag — which held a laptop, headphones, a handbag, and other personal items — and fled the scene with the victim’s things, cops said. However, …

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This Long Island Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List This Long Island Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List This Long Island Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List
This Long Island Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Some of the nation's best restaurants are right here in the Northeast, according to a new nationwide list based on millions of customer reviews. OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, recognizing popular dining destinations in 21 states and Washington, DC. The list was compiled using more than 11 million reviews from verified diners and restaurant booking data. California led the nation with 19 restaurants, while at least 18 restaurants nationwide earned spots on the list for four consecutive years. "Diners have no shortage of places they …

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Tiger Woods Designing New Golf Course In Nassau County At Defunct Club Tiger Woods Designing New Golf Course In Nassau County At Defunct Club Tiger Woods Designing New Golf Course In Nassau County At Defunct Club
Tiger Woods Designing New Golf Course In Nassau County At Defunct Club Tiger Woods is designing a new golf course on Long Island. The 15-time major winner is the headline name behind a project to redevelop the old Tam O’Shanter Club in Brookville, Woods and his design company announced Monday, Nov. 2. “I'm excited to announce that [TGR Design] and I are partnering with The Armchair Collective to design a new 18-hole private golf course,” Woods wrote on Instagram. “Long Island is home to some of the most celebrated golf courses in the country, and we're looking forward to contributing to the region's rich golf history.” The Armchair Collective, a private golf …

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Long Island, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Long Island, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open Long Island, Your Favorites Need You! Readers' Choice Voting Is Open
Long Island, 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, Long Island 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 from Long Island 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 tradespers…

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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List
Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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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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Teen Who Fatally Stabbed 15-Year-Old Outside LI Party Gets Years In Prison: Authorities Teen Who Fatally Stabbed 15-Year-Old Outside LI Party Gets Years In Prison: Authorities Teen Who Fatally Stabbed 15-Year-Old Outside LI Party Gets Years In Prison: Authorities
Teen Who Fatally Stabbed 15-Year-Old Outside LI Party Gets Years In Prison: Authorities A Long Island teenager who stabbed another teen to death outside a house party last year was sentenced Wednesday, Nov. 4. Aiden Zachary, 18, of Syosset, got 12 years behind bars for killing 15-year-old Liam Delemo in West Babylon, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office said. Zachary, 17 at the time, arrived at a large house party around 10 p.m. on Nov. 3, 2025, and got involved in an altercation after being asked to leave, authorities said. As the dispute escalated, Zachary pulled a knife and stabbed Delemo in the abdomen and arm, then fled the scene, according to investigators. De…

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Repeat Felon Who Burglarized Vassar College Housing, Local NY Businesses Gets Prison Repeat Felon Who Burglarized Vassar College Housing, Local NY Businesses Gets Prison Repeat Felon Who Burglarized Vassar College Housing, Local NY Businesses Gets Prison
Repeat Felon Who Burglarized Vassar College Housing, Local NY Businesses Gets Prison A repeat offender who broke into housing for Vassar College faculty and staff and committed a series of burglaries at Dutchess County businesses has been sentenced to 16 years to life behind bars, prosecutors said. Shawn Grey, 50, of Pleasant Valley, was sentenced for a burglary at the Orchard Lane Apartments in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County District Attorney Anthony Parisi announced on Wednesday, Nov. 4.  Grey was convicted in April of breaking into the residential complex at 51 Watson Road, which houses Vassar College faculty and employees, on Sept. 20, 2024. As Daily Voice prev…

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Long Island Hit-And-Run: Cops Reveal Car Details In Hunt For Fleeing Driver Long Island Hit-And-Run: Cops Reveal Car Details In Hunt For Fleeing Driver Long Island Hit-And-Run: Cops Reveal Car Details In Hunt For Fleeing Driver
Long Island Hit-And-Run: Cops Reveal Car Details In Hunt For Fleeing Driver The details of a suspect vehicle in a Long Island hit-and-run crash were released Wednesday, Nov. 4 by police. Cops are searching for a dark blue Nissan Sentra manufactured between 2013-2017 with passenger side and front-end damage, the Southampton Town Police Department said. Police added it could be a similar vehicle to the Sentra. The suspect vehicle struck a pedestrian around 4:20 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 in Hampton Bays, then fled the scene and left the victim bleeding and unconscious in the road, police said. By Wednesday, the victim was in stable condition, according to authorities. The …

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Cause Of Death Revealed For NY College Student, Friend After Hiking Tragedy Cause Of Death Revealed For NY College Student, Friend After Hiking Tragedy Cause Of Death Revealed For NY College Student, Friend After Hiking Tragedy
Cause Of Death Revealed For NY College Student, Friend After Hiking Tragedy The cause of death for a New York college student who died while hiking in Colorado was released Tuesday, Nov. 3. Jackson Donlon, 20, of Queensbury, and his friend Kaden Matsuda, 19, of Ridegeway, CO, fell “a substantial distance” to their deaths while climbing West Apostle Mountain, the Chaffee County Sheriff’s office announced. Donlon and Matsuda were both experienced outdoor enthusiasts studying at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville, officials said. Donlon graduated from Queensbury High School in 2024. “In most similar cases that have led to a devastating conclusion we find it easy …

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Garbage Truck And Pickup Truck Collide Outside Long Island Post Office, Police Say Garbage Truck And Pickup Truck Collide Outside Long Island Post Office, Police Say Garbage Truck And Pickup Truck Collide Outside Long Island Post Office, Police Say
Garbage Truck And Pickup Truck Collide Outside Long Island Post Office, Police Say A garbage truck and a pickup truck collided outside a Long Island post office, sending one man to the hospital on Wednesday, Nov. 4, police said. A 45-year-old East Hampton man was traveling eastbound on Montauk Highway in a 2013 Ford pickup when he attempted to turn left into the Amagansett post office around 6:45 a.m. Wednesday, the East Hampton Town Police Department said. The pickup crashed into a 2000 Isuzu garbage truck traveling westbound, cops said. A different 45-year-old East Hampton man was operating the garbage truck and taken to Stony Brook Southampton Hospital with a serious …

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Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models
Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models More than 80,000 General Motors vehicles are being recalled because of problems that can cause drivers to lose their brakes or steering control. General Motors issued two separate recalls for 80,095 vehicles, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports filed on Thursday, Oct. 29. The recalls affect several Cadillac and Chevrolet electric vehicles, along with Chevrolet and GMC vans. The larger recall involves 67,380 electric vehicles that could temporarily lose braking ability at low speeds because of a software defect. The affected vehicles include: Cadillac …

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Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming
Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming Starbucks is unwrapping its new holiday cup designs as the coffee chain prepares to bring back popular seasonal drinks and festive treats. The company revealed its 2026 holiday cups on Wednesday, Nov. 4, one day before launching its holiday menu. The new designs feature Christmas trees, ribbons, and bows in traditional holiday colors. The 2026 cups combine Starbucks' signature green and red with shades of mint, antique gold, cranberry, and creamy white. The hot cups feature festive trees and bows, while the cold cup is decorated with evergreen branches and red bows. For the first time…

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Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert
Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert A nationwide chips recall is prompting consumers to check their bags before reaching for another handful. Snack Right Super Foods, doing business as Brad’s Raw Chips, is recalling certain Brad’s Crunchy Kale and Veggie Chips Kale products because they may contain thallium, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. About 25,000 bags are estimated to remain in commerce. KeHE Distributors and United Natural Foods distributed the products nationwide between October and December 2025. Five consumers also purchased products directly. Consumers should stop eating the affect…

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Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises
Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises Dunkin' is getting into the holiday spirit with the return of two popular flavors and some new seasonal drinks. The coffee chain launched its holiday menu at participating Dunkin' locations nationwide on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The limited-time offerings feature a comeback for Cookie Butter and Toasted White Chocolate, two popular holiday flavors found in several drinks. The Cookie Butter lineup includes the Cookie Butter Cloud Latte, Cookie Butter Cloud Dunkalatte, Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate, Cookie Butter Matcha, Iced Cookie Butter Oat Chai Latte, and Spiced Cookie Iced Coffee. The drinks fea…

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JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War
JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Airways is raising checked bag fees again as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline has increased its first checked bag fee to at least $50 for many passengers, according to its website. That's up from $45, a fee that JetBlue implemented in late March. Travelers who wait until less than 24 hours before departure will pay even more, while higher fees also apply during peak travel periods. "We're adjusting checked bag fees to help offset rising fuel and operating costs," JetBlue said in a statement to USA Today. "This helps us ke…

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Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models
Dangerous Defects Force Huge Recall Of GM Vehicles: See Affected Brands, Models More than 80,000 General Motors vehicles are being recalled because of problems that can cause drivers to lose their brakes or steering control. General Motors issued two separate recalls for 80,095 vehicles, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports filed on Thursday, Oct. 29. The recalls affect several Cadillac and Chevrolet electric vehicles, along with Chevrolet and GMC vans. The larger recall involves 67,380 electric vehicles that could temporarily lose braking ability at low speeds because of a software defect. The affected vehicles include: Cadillac …

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Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming
Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs For 2026: See What's Coming Starbucks is unwrapping its new holiday cup designs as the coffee chain prepares to bring back popular seasonal drinks and festive treats. The company revealed its 2026 holiday cups on Wednesday, Nov. 4, one day before launching its holiday menu. The new designs feature Christmas trees, ribbons, and bows in traditional holiday colors. The 2026 cups combine Starbucks' signature green and red with shades of mint, antique gold, cranberry, and creamy white. The hot cups feature festive trees and bows, while the cold cup is decorated with evergreen branches and red bows. For the first time…

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Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert
Nationwide Chips Recall: Company Issues Stop-Eating Alert A nationwide chips recall is prompting consumers to check their bags before reaching for another handful. Snack Right Super Foods, doing business as Brad’s Raw Chips, is recalling certain Brad’s Crunchy Kale and Veggie Chips Kale products because they may contain thallium, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. About 25,000 bags are estimated to remain in commerce. KeHE Distributors and United Natural Foods distributed the products nationwide between October and December 2025. Five consumers also purchased products directly. Consumers should stop eating the affect…

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Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises
Dunkin' Launches Festive Holiday Menu With New Drinks, Sweet Surprises Dunkin' is getting into the holiday spirit with the return of two popular flavors and some new seasonal drinks. The coffee chain launched its holiday menu at participating Dunkin' locations nationwide on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The limited-time offerings feature a comeback for Cookie Butter and Toasted White Chocolate, two popular holiday flavors found in several drinks. The Cookie Butter lineup includes the Cookie Butter Cloud Latte, Cookie Butter Cloud Dunkalatte, Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate, Cookie Butter Matcha, Iced Cookie Butter Oat Chai Latte, and Spiced Cookie Iced Coffee. The drinks fea…

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JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War
JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Airways is raising checked bag fees again as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline has increased its first checked bag fee to at least $50 for many passengers, according to its website. That's up from $45, a fee that JetBlue implemented in late March. Travelers who wait until less than 24 hours before departure will pay even more, while higher fees also apply during peak travel periods. "We're adjusting checked bag fees to help offset rising fuel and operating costs," JetBlue said in a statement to USA Today. "This helps us ke…

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Midterm Fallout: Trump Responds After JD Vance Assigns Blame For Big Blue Wave Midterm Fallout: Trump Responds After JD Vance Assigns Blame For Big Blue Wave Midterm Fallout: Trump Responds After JD Vance Assigns Blame For Big Blue Wave
Midterm Fallout: Trump Responds After JD Vance Assigns Blame For Big Blue Wave President Donald Trump is weighing in on Vice President JD Vance’s blunt explanation for Republicans’ midterm losses, offering his own assessment of the political price. Trump addressed reporters Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the White House ballroom construction site after Vance blamed the war with Iran for the party’s defeats. Related report: What Fueled Republican ‘Bluenami’ Losses? JD Vance Points To One Issue Asked about Vance’s analysis, Trump called it “largely true because it drove the gasoline up a little bit short-term.” But acknowledging the political damage did not change his d…

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What Fueled Republican ‘Bluenami’ Losses? JD Vance Points To One Issue What Fueled Republican ‘Bluenami’ Losses? JD Vance Points To One Issue What Fueled Republican ‘Bluenami’ Losses? JD Vance Points To One Issue
What Fueled Republican ‘Bluenami’ Losses? JD Vance Points To One Issue Vice President JD Vance is pointing to one issue as the driving force behind Republicans’ midterm losses, challenging his party to confront why voters turned away. Click here for a new, updated story - Midterm Fallout: Trump Responds After JD Vance Assigns Blame For Big Blue Wave In a post on X, Vance blamed the war with Iran for Republican defeats in the Tuesday, Nov. 3, elections. He argued the central problem was voters switching sides, not Republicans failing to turn out. Vance said campaign analysts saw encouraging turnout figures, but many people who supported the Trump-Vance …

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Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners
Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Some money matters never make it into the conversation, even between people who share their lives. A new survey reveals which financial secrets Americans are keeping quiet. A Talker Research survey of 2,000 Americans found that 59 percent reported keeping a financial secret from others. TD Bank US commissioned the study. A bad credit score topped the list at 21 percent, followed by significant credit card debt at 16 percent. The findings cover secrets hidden from others generally, while 11 percent specifically reported a bank account their partner did not know about. Meanwhile, 30 percent …

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America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small New York Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small New York Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small New York Village Is Top Choice
America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small New York 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…

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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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