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WATCH: Rockslide Halts Poconos Scenic Train Rides, Closes Route 209 In Jim Thorpe (VIDEO) WATCH: Rockslide Halts Poconos Scenic Train Rides, Closes Route 209 In Jim Thorpe (VIDEO) WATCH: Rockslide Halts Poconos Scenic Train Rides, Closes Route 209 In Jim Thorpe (VIDEO)
Watch: Rockslide Halts Poconos Scenic Train Rides, Closes Route 209 In Jim Thorpe (Video) A Halloween rockslide halted scenic train rides in the Poconos and shut down a Pennsylvania highway — leaving crews facing weeks of emergency repairs. The shoulder of Route 209 collapsed in Nesquehoning, Carbon County, on Saturday, Oct. 31, sending rocks down a hillside onto railroad tracks below and closing the highway between Route 903 and Route 93 near Jim Thorpe. Watch a video of the rockslide in the player below: The collapse disrupted Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway excursions during its Autumn Leaf season, forcing the cancellation of Saturday’s trips. But passengers still have a way…

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Illegal Voting, False Citizenship Claims Lead To 14 PA Prosecutions: Feds Illegal Voting, False Citizenship Claims Lead To 14 PA Prosecutions: Feds Illegal Voting, False Citizenship Claims Lead To 14 PA Prosecutions: Feds
Illegal Voting, False Citizenship Claims Lead To 14 PA Prosecutions: Feds Noncitizens voted in Pennsylvania elections and, in one case, falsely claimed U.S. citizenship to register, federal prosecutors said in two announcements naming 14 defendants across the state. Five defendants in Pennsylvania’s Eastern District were included in a nationwide announcement involving 63 people on Monday, Nov. 2, the Department of Justice said. Nine others in Pennsylvania’s Eastern and Middle districts were named in an earlier announcement on Monday, Oct. 26. Thirteen of the 14 Pennsylvania defendants were described as lawful permanent residents. The department described one defe…

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New Child-Luring Scare Near School As Police Probe Boy Followed, Man Giving Berks Kids Candy New Child-Luring Scare Near School As Police Probe Boy Followed, Man Giving Berks Kids Candy New Child-Luring Scare Near School As Police Probe Boy Followed, Man Giving Berks Kids Candy
New Child-Luring Scare Near School As Police Probe Boy Followed, Man Giving Berks Kids Candy A girl walking to school was approached by a stranger in a red sedan, marking the latest in a series of suspected child-luring incidents across Pennsylvania — including a boy potentially followed by two cars and a man accused of offering young girls candy to get into his SUV, authorities announced Monday, Nov. 2. Police in Montgomery and Delaware counties are investigating the separate incidents, while a Berks County man has been arrested in connection with multiple alleged child-luring encounters involving girls as young as 6. Girl Approached By Stranger While Walking To School In Montgome…

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Man Shot, Killed In Pennsylvania, Coroner Says (DEVELOPING) Man Shot, Killed In Pennsylvania, Coroner Says (DEVELOPING) Man Shot, Killed In Pennsylvania, Coroner Says (DEVELOPING)
Man Shot, Killed In Pennsylvania, Coroner Says (Developing) A man was shot and killed in Pennsylvania on Monday evening, Nov. 2, prompting a homicide investigation, Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio announced. The shooting happened in the 700 block of North 9th Street in Allentown at approximately 5:13 p.m., according to the coroner’s release. The victim was pronounced dead at 5:43 p.m. in the emergency department at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest in Salisbury Township, Buglio said. His death was caused by a gunshot injury and was ruled a homicide. An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3, at the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & For…

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PA Standoff Ends With Individual In Custody, No Injuries: Police (UPDATE) PA Standoff Ends With Individual In Custody, No Injuries: Police (UPDATE) PA Standoff Ends With Individual In Custody, No Injuries: Police (UPDATE)
PA Standoff Ends With Individual In Custody, No Injuries: Police (Update) A standoff that shut down a Pennsylvania street and prompted warnings for neighbors to stay inside has ended with an individual in custody, police announced Monday night, Nov. 2. No one was injured during the incident in Lemoyne, West Shore Regional Police said in an update posted at 10:10 p.m. Police did not identify the individual or announce any charges in the update. Several police agencies responded after a call reporting a standoff came in around 4:30 p.m., Cumberland County Control said. The roadway was closed and neighbors were asked to remain inside as officers worked at the scen…

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PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement In New Rankings: See Full List
PA City Among 10 Best Places For Retirement 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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NYC Marathon Runner, 24, Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report NYC Marathon Runner, 24, Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report NYC Marathon Runner, 24, Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report
NYC Marathon Runner, 24, 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, 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 responsive and moving along until Mile 24 when she stopped responding, Apa said. Until Mile 24. At approximate…

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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 By PA Woman; Ring Attempted, Feds Say Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance By PA Woman; Ring Attempted, Feds Say Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance By PA Woman; Ring Attempted, Feds Say
Liberty Bell Vandalized: Coated With Oily Substance By PA Woman; 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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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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$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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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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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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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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America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast Village Is Top Choice
America’s Nicest Place Revealed: This Small Northeast 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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Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak
Bright Fireballs Could Highlight Taurid Meteor Shower Peak The Taurid meteor shower is approaching a peak that could give skywatchers a bright reason to stay up late. The Southern Taurids’ November peak falls overnight Wednesday, Nov. 4, into Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the American Meteor Society’s calendar. The following night, Thursday into Friday, Nov. 6, also offers a viewing opportunity. Skywatchers across the Northeastern US should look around midnight and into the early morning hours, weather permitting. That is when Taurus, the constellation from which the meteors appear to originate, sits high in the sky. The attraction is brightness …

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