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Big Y Rolls Out New Food-Ordering Systems: What You'll Find Big Y is adding new tools to help customers order freshly prepared meals. The supermarket chain has launched in-store ordering kiosks at all 79 locations across Connecticut and Massachusetts, according to a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Customers can also place orders online for pickup or delivery through a new partnership with Instacart. The kiosks allow shoppers to customize meals from Big Y's kitchen menu, including 'Wich Way sandwiches, wraps, bowls, pizza, fried seafood meals, and sushi. Customers can also order meals online for same-day pickup or schedule catering orders in a…

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Ex-Shelton IT Biz Owner Headed To Prison After Shutting Down Funeral Business, Taking Money Ex-Shelton IT Biz Owner Headed To Prison After Shutting Down Funeral Business, Taking Money Ex-Shelton IT Biz Owner Headed To Prison After Shutting Down Funeral Business, Taking Money
Ex-Shelton IT Biz Owner Headed To Prison After Shutting Down Funeral Business, Taking Money A former Connecticut IT business owner who repeatedly shut down a funeral business’s computer network has received a nine-month federal prison sentence. Billie Conley Jr., 47, formerly of Shelton, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud on June 1, was sentenced to prison and three years of supervised release, Connecticut U.S. Attorney David X. Sullivan announced. According to prosecutors, Conley created a computer network for a funeral business, but built in a backdoor to manipulate the company's operations without the owner's knowledge. He continually caused problems that required the business to…

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Fairfield Woman Stole $255K From House Of Worship Over 4 Years, Police Say Fairfield Woman Stole $255K From House Of Worship Over 4 Years, Police Say Fairfield Woman Stole $255K From House Of Worship Over 4 Years, Police Say
Fairfield Woman Stole $255K From House Of Worship Over 4 Years, Police Say A Connecticut woman faces a felony charge after police say she used a local house of worship’s money to pay personal bills, taking about $255,000 over four years. Diane Devlin, 42, of Fairfield, surrendered to authorities on Oct. 13 on a first-degree larceny charge. She posted $25,000 bond and is due in Bridgeport Superior Court on Wednesday, Fairfield police said.  The case began with a review of the organization’s finances, Fairfield Police Sgt. Jenna Wellington told Patch. Devlin had worked there as a financial administrator. Police did not identify the house of worship.  The…

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Bridgeport Dad Killed In Road Rage Shooting Remembered For Humor, Dancing, Love Bridgeport Dad Killed In Road Rage Shooting Remembered For Humor, Dancing, Love Bridgeport Dad Killed In Road Rage Shooting Remembered For Humor, Dancing, Love
Bridgeport Dad Killed In Road Rage Shooting Remembered For Humor, Dancing, Love Nelson Batista loved Prince, the Yankees, and making people laugh. Now, his family is asking for help laying the Connecticut father to rest. Batista, 48, was shot near Park Avenue and Cottage Street in Bridgeport around 9 a.m. on Oct. 12, police said. Batista's loved ones said his love for family stood out. His relatives described the Bridgeport father, brother, cousin, and friend as someone who filled their lives with music and laughter. He was known for spontaneous dancing. “Whether he was cracking jokes, enjoying music, or simply spending time with loved ones, Nelson had a way of creat…

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Norwalk Prowler Arrested After Peering Into Multiple Homes For Months: Police Norwalk Prowler Arrested After Peering Into Multiple Homes For Months: Police Norwalk Prowler Arrested After Peering Into Multiple Homes For Months: Police
Norwalk Prowler Arrested After Peering Into Multiple Homes For Months: Police A man accused of peering into Norwalk condos and roaming rear balconies faces a criminal charge after residents helped police identify him. Detectives arrested Frank Williams, 40, of Norwalk, on Monday, Oct. 19, following an investigation into seven suspicious activity calls to police at an 8 Oakwood Ave. condo complex since July 14. Residents reported an unfamiliar man walking along the complex’s rear balconies and looking inside homes, police said. Most incidents happened in the evening or overnight. In one encounter, a resident confronted the prowler, who then ran away. Officers re…

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Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings
Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Several names are climbing the rankings of the nation's most popular for babies, according to a new study. BabyCenter released its annual list of the most popular baby names on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Olivia and Noah remained the most popular names for girls and boys, although several other names made major jumps in popularity. Eliana climbed five spots to become the second most popular girls' name, while Evelyn returned to the top 10 for the first time since 2023. Ellie dropped out of the top 10, falling to No. 11. Among boys, the five most popular names remained unchanged for the third straigh…

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CT's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings CT's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings CT's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings
CT's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings Thousands of elementary and middle schools across the Northeast have been evaluated in new rankings that highlight the top-performing public schools in each state. U.S. News & World Report released its annual Best Elementary and Middle Schools Rankings on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The 2027 list evaluated about 46,000 public elementary schools and more than 24,000 middle schools nationwide based on reading and math achievement. The report highlights schools where students performed well on state assessments while accounting for student backgrounds.  U.S. News said its updated methodol…

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Fairfield County ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones Fairfield County ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones Fairfield County ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones
Fairfield County ZIP Codes Among Nation's Wealthiest In New Ranking: See Which Ones One of the Northeast's wealthiest regions is climbing the ranks of the nation's most expensive places to buy a home, according to a new study. PropertyShark released its 2026 list of the nation's 100 most expensive ZIP codes by median home sale prices. The real estate data website's report showed the New York City metropolitan area claiming a record 25% of the rankings. The NYC region had 31 ZIP codes on the list, tying California's Bay Area for the most ZIP codes in the rankings. New York state had 20 ZIP codes in the rankings, up from 15 in 2025. The Hamptons dominated New York…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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Bus Driver Loses Job Over Roadside Rescue, PETA Just Joined Push To Help Her Get It Back Bus Driver Loses Job Over Roadside Rescue, PETA Just Joined Push To Help Her Get It Back Bus Driver Loses Job Over Roadside Rescue, PETA Just Joined Push To Help Her Get It Back
Bus Driver Loses Job Over Roadside Rescue, PETA Just Joined Push To Help Her Get It Back Helping an injured kitten on the side of a Maryland road has cost a longtime school bus driver her livelihood. Now, thousands of people are fighting to get her back behind the wheel. Cynthia Morgan, 67, spent 11 years transporting students in Harford County. This month, she was removed from her position along the North Harford Elementary School route after allowing a 10-year-old boy to rescue a kitten along Heaps School Road in Pylesville. The incident has drawn national attention, with nearly 12,000 people signing a petition demanding her reinstatement. A GoFundMe is helping offset he…

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WATCH: Homecoming King Gives Crown To Classmate With Down Syndrome In Viral Video WATCH: Homecoming King Gives Crown To Classmate With Down Syndrome In Viral Video WATCH: Homecoming King Gives Crown To Classmate With Down Syndrome In Viral Video
Watch: Homecoming King Gives Crown To Classmate With Down Syndrome In Viral Video A Pennsylvania homecoming king gave his crown to a classmate with Down syndrome during a Schuylkill County pep rally on Friday, Oct. 16 — a moment captured in a viral video shared by local parent Dawn Bowers. Keny Cedanio Ramirez was named homecoming king at Mahanoy Area Junior-Senior High School, where fellow candidate Axton Kuhla was the runner-up, according to NBC News.  As the two waited for the announcement, Ramirez put his arm around Kuhla. After receiving the crown and sash, Ramirez placed them on his classmate as the crowd cheered. The two shared a hug, smiling as Kuhla wiped a…

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Human Remains Found In Shed As Cops Probe NY Woman’s 2010 Disappearance: Police Human Remains Found In Shed As Cops Probe NY Woman’s 2010 Disappearance: Police Human Remains Found In Shed As Cops Probe NY Woman’s 2010 Disappearance: Police
Human Remains Found In Shed As Cops Probe NY Woman’s 2010 Disappearance: Police Human remains were found during a search operation Tuesday, Oct. 20 in Albany in connection with a 16-year-old missing person case. Ashley Carroll, of Troy, was 24 years old when she was last seen on May 6, 2010, in Albany, according to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System. Cops searched a home at 7 Marlborough Court in Albany around 9 a.m. Tuesday as part of the case and found “what appeared to be human remains” in a shed on the property, the Albany Police Department said. The remains have not been identified. Albany County District Attorney Lee Kindlon told the Albany Tim…

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RFK's Mass Granddaughter Kyle Kennedy Dead At 42 RFK's Mass Granddaughter Kyle Kennedy Dead At 42 RFK's Mass Granddaughter Kyle Kennedy Dead At 42
RFK's Mass Granddaughter Kyle Kennedy Dead At 42 A member of one of America's most prominent political families has died at her Massachusetts home.  Kyle Francis Kennedy died at her home in Westwood, surrounded by family, on Sept. 21, according to her obituary on the Burke Funeral Home website. She was 42 years old. Kyle was one of 34 grandchildren of Sen. Robert F. “Bobby” Kennedy, brother of John F. Kennedy, and Ethel Kennedy. Her parents were Michael Kennedy and Victoria Denise Gifford. She is survived by her children, Conor and Declan, and her siblings. Her daughter Josephine died shortly after birth. Kyle is…

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Yale Employee Shot In Attempted Carjacking; Nearby School Delays Opening Yale Employee Shot In Attempted Carjacking; Nearby School Delays Opening Yale Employee Shot In Attempted Carjacking; Nearby School Delays Opening
Yale Employee Shot In Attempted Carjacking; Nearby School Delays Opening A Yale University employee was shot during an attempted early morning carjacking in New Haven, prompting a nearby school to delay its opening as police investigated. The attack happened around 4 a.m. Tuesday near Canner and St. Ronan streets, according to Yale.  The employee, a 30-year-old East Haven man, was taken to Yale New Haven Hospital. New Haven police said he was in stable condition. Yale said a male suspect wearing a black ski mask tried to take the employee’s vehicle. The investigation pushed back the start of classes at the Foote School on Loomis Place. The school announce…

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Gas Prices To Skyrocket In CT Amid Lockout At Largest Refinery On East Coast: Report Gas Prices To Skyrocket In CT Amid Lockout At Largest Refinery On East Coast: Report Gas Prices To Skyrocket In CT Amid Lockout At Largest Refinery On East Coast: Report
Gas Prices To Skyrocket In CT Amid Lockout At Largest Refinery On East Coast: Report Drivers across the Northeast could soon be paying more at the pump after hundreds of workers were locked out of one of the East Coast's largest oil refineries in New Jersey, union leaders warn. The 385 workers at the Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery in Linden were locked out Monday afternoon, Oct. 19, after rejecting the company's latest contract offer, according to the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Jeff Sanford, president of Teamsters Local 877, told News 12 New Jersey that he anticipates the dispute will send gas prices climbing across the region and raise concerns about fuel supplie…

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JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know
JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Airways is launching its first-ever child-free flights as part of a new adults-only vacation package. The airline is teaming up with Virgin Voyages to offer roundtrip flights exclusively for passengers ages 18 and older. The "Do Not Disturb" package can be purchased starting Wednesday, Oct. 21. The vacation will run from Thursday, March 4, through Monday, March 8, 2027. Chartered flights will take adult vacationers between John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. Travelers will fly without …

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Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them
Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz is going gluten-free with some of its popular crackers. The snack brand announced the launch of Ritz Gluten Free Original crackers in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The new crackers are designed to have the same buttery flavor and flaky texture as traditional Ritz crackers. The gluten-free crackers will begin arriving at select retailers in October before expanding to stores nationwide in February 2027. An 8-ounce package will have a suggested retail price of $4.49. View this post on Instagram The new crackers are certified gluten-fr…

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Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company
Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Websites for Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop, Hannaford, and other major grocery chains are back online after a cyberattack disrupted services for more than a week, their parent company confirmed on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Ahold Delhaize, the Netherlands-based grocery giant, confirmed that the cybersecurity incident first reported on Monday, Oct. 12, was caused by malicious activity within its IT infrastructure. The company took websites, apps, and other systems offline as a precaution, affecting grocery customers across Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, Connecticut, Massa…

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Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included
Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart and Sam's Club are offering a new membership deal as rising prices continue putting pressure on American families. Customers can now get both Walmart+ and Sam's Club Plus for $120 annually, Walmart announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The combined membership costs nearly $100 less than purchasing both plans separately. The deal includes free delivery from both retailers and access to Sam's Club warehouses. It also touts perks like subscriptions to Peacock or Paramount+, gasoline discounts of 10 cents per gallon, and 2% Sam's Cash on eligible purchases. Cu…

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GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check
Glp-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check A nationwide recall of compounded GLP-1 injections is spotlighting vial labels and a safety concern patients should check. Apothecary Pharma LLC, based in Cary, North Carolina, is voluntarily recalling 22 vials of compounded tirzepatide because it cannot assure their sterility, according to an FDA enforcement report. The affected prescription product is Tirzepatide Injection, 18 mg/mL, packaged in 4 mL sterile multi-dose vials. Its National Drug Code, or NDC, is 85091-001-18. The recalled lots are AP-202622 through AP-202625 and AP-202627 through AP-202644. Their beyond-use dates span Octo…

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JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know
JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Airways is launching its first-ever child-free flights as part of a new adults-only vacation package. The airline is teaming up with Virgin Voyages to offer roundtrip flights exclusively for passengers ages 18 and older. The "Do Not Disturb" package can be purchased starting Wednesday, Oct. 21. The vacation will run from Thursday, March 4, through Monday, March 8, 2027. Chartered flights will take adult vacationers between John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. Travelers will fly without …

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Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them
Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz is going gluten-free with some of its popular crackers. The snack brand announced the launch of Ritz Gluten Free Original crackers in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The new crackers are designed to have the same buttery flavor and flaky texture as traditional Ritz crackers. The gluten-free crackers will begin arriving at select retailers in October before expanding to stores nationwide in February 2027. An 8-ounce package will have a suggested retail price of $4.49. View this post on Instagram The new crackers are certified gluten-fr…

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Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company
Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Websites for Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop, Hannaford, and other major grocery chains are back online after a cyberattack disrupted services for more than a week, their parent company confirmed on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Ahold Delhaize, the Netherlands-based grocery giant, confirmed that the cybersecurity incident first reported on Monday, Oct. 12, was caused by malicious activity within its IT infrastructure. The company took websites, apps, and other systems offline as a precaution, affecting grocery customers across Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, Connecticut, Massa…

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Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included
Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart and Sam's Club are offering a new membership deal as rising prices continue putting pressure on American families. Customers can now get both Walmart+ and Sam's Club Plus for $120 annually, Walmart announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The combined membership costs nearly $100 less than purchasing both plans separately. The deal includes free delivery from both retailers and access to Sam's Club warehouses. It also touts perks like subscriptions to Peacock or Paramount+, gasoline discounts of 10 cents per gallon, and 2% Sam's Cash on eligible purchases. Cu…

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GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check
Glp-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check A nationwide recall of compounded GLP-1 injections is spotlighting vial labels and a safety concern patients should check. Apothecary Pharma LLC, based in Cary, North Carolina, is voluntarily recalling 22 vials of compounded tirzepatide because it cannot assure their sterility, according to an FDA enforcement report. The affected prescription product is Tirzepatide Injection, 18 mg/mL, packaged in 4 mL sterile multi-dose vials. Its National Drug Code, or NDC, is 85091-001-18. The recalled lots are AP-202622 through AP-202625 and AP-202627 through AP-202644. Their beyond-use dates span Octo…

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by Joe Lombardi

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Cruise Ship Rescues Fishermen After Escaping Burning Boat At Sea (VIDEO) Cruise Ship Rescues Fishermen After Escaping Burning Boat At Sea (VIDEO) Cruise Ship Rescues Fishermen After Escaping Burning Boat At Sea (VIDEO)
Cruise Ship Rescues Fishermen After Escaping Burning Boat At Sea (Video) Four fishermen were rescued by a cruise ship in Europe after escaping from their burning boat in the North Sea, according to reports. The incident happened in the Skagerrak Strait between Norway and Denmark on Sunday, Oct. 18, CruiseMapper reported. The AIDAnova cruise ship received a distress call while traveling from Kiel, Germany, to Bergen, Norway, and diverted to help. The four fishermen had already abandoned their burning boat and escaped into a life raft when the AIDAnova arrived. The ship's crew launched a rescue boat and brought all four fishermen aboard uninjur…

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Tearful Christina Applegate Shares Stunning Health Update Tearful Christina Applegate Shares Stunning Health Update Tearful Christina Applegate Shares Stunning Health Update
Tearful Christina Applegate Shares Stunning Health Update Christina Applegate tearfully shared an unexpected turn in her health struggles, explaining why news others celebrated left her searching for answers. The actress, 54, said on her “MeSsy” podcast on Tuesday morning, Oct. 20, that her 2021 multiple sclerosis diagnosis was a misdiagnosis. Her symptoms remain, she said, and she still does not know what is causing them. “This may come as great news, but to me, I’m back at square one,” Applegate said.  The disclosure came as Applegate returned to the podcast after a seven-month break for health reasons, according to Variety. She co-hosts t…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Daylight Saving Countdown: When To Turn Back Your Clocks Daylight Saving Countdown: When To Turn Back Your Clocks Daylight Saving Countdown: When To Turn Back Your Clocks
Daylight Saving Countdown: When To Turn Back Your Clocks The countdown to falling back is getting shorter, and a quick clock check could spare you some confusion when the seasonal switch arrives. Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 1, according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Clocks across most of the US will move backward one hour to 1 a.m. That puts the reset less than two weeks away. It also places the change immediately after Halloween, making Saturday, Oct. 31, the night to adjust manual clocks before bed. Start with clocks that can't adjust automatically: wall clocks, bedside alarms, ovens,…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Meteor Shower Countdown: Best Ways To Watch Spectacular Orionids Meteor Shower Countdown: Best Ways To Watch Spectacular Orionids Meteor Shower Countdown: Best Ways To Watch Spectacular Orionids
Meteor Shower Countdown: Best Ways To Watch Spectacular Orionids Autumn’s signature sky show is nearing its big moment, but getting the best view will take a little planning. The Orionid meteor shower peaks Wednesday night, Oct. 21, into Thursday morning, Oct. 22, according to NASA. The best viewing window comes after midnight, especially after the moon sets and before dawn. A bright waxing gibbous moon will interfere with this year’s display, making fainter meteors harder to spot, according to The Planetary Society. Plan for the early morning hours, roughly 2 a.m. onward, but check your local moonset time before setting an alarm.  Moonset, w…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Donnie Wahlberg Says 'Pilots Saved Our Lives' After Terrifying Private Jet Scare Donnie Wahlberg Says 'Pilots Saved Our Lives' After Terrifying Private Jet Scare Donnie Wahlberg Says 'Pilots Saved Our Lives' After Terrifying Private Jet Scare
Donnie Wahlberg Says 'Pilots Saved Our Lives' After Terrifying Private Jet Scare Donnie Wahlberg is crediting his pilots with saving lives after a frightening flight attempt ended beyond the runway. The actor and singer, 57, was aboard a Dassault Falcon 50 that went off the runway after an aborted takeoff at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sunday, Oct. 18, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Eight people were aboard the aircraft, which was headed to Toronto Pearson Airport in Canada. The incident happened around 10:50 a.m. local time, the FAA said. “We were taking off and didn’t get up in the air and ran out of runway,” Wahlberg …

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