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DA Closes Western Mass School Football Probe Into Alleged Hazing With No Charges DA Closes Western Mass School Football Probe Into Alleged Hazing With No Charges DA Closes Western Mass School Football Probe Into Alleged Hazing With No Charges
DA Closes Western Mass School Football Probe Into Alleged Hazing With No Charges Authorities will not file criminal charges after an investigation into alleged hazing involving a western Massachusetts high school football program found no evidence of a crime. The Northwestern District Attorney's Office announced Tuesday, Nov. 3, that it had concluded its investigation into a reported Sept. 17 incident involving the Hoosac Valley High School cooperative football program in Cheshire. Prosecutors found no evidence of criminal conduct, including hazing. The case began on Sept. 17, when a coach witnessed an incident and reported it to school officials, who contacted police t…

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Police ID Western Mass Teen Killed In Fiery I-91 Crash, City's Third Teen Crash Death In Month Police ID Western Mass Teen Killed In Fiery I-91 Crash, City's Third Teen Crash Death In Month Police ID Western Mass Teen Killed In Fiery I-91 Crash, City's Third Teen Crash Death In Month
Police ID Western Mass Teen Killed In Fiery I-91 Crash, City's Third Teen Crash Death In Month Authorities have identified the western Massachusetts teenager who was killed in a fiery Interstate-91 crash last week. His death marks the third time in a month that a car crash has claimed the life of a teen from the same city. Edward Kelly, of Westfield, was killed on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 29, when his car struck a concrete bridge support in the median in Whately, the Northwestern District Attorney's Office said. Emergency crews responded to the crash near mile-marker 32.2 in the northbound lanes around 3:20 p.m. Investigators said Kelly's vehicle veered off the highwa…

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CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist
CEO Reveals How Hackers Stole $6.3B In Historic Cryptocurrency Heist Hackers used fake job interviews, malicious software, and compromised AI tools to steal more than $6 billion from the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. Binance co-CEO Richard Teng revealed new details about the massive cyberattack during an interview with CNBC on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The company lost about $6.34 billion in digital currencies on Thursday, Oct. 29, in what could be the largest cryptocurrency theft in history. The hackers spent months preparing for the attack by tricking Binance employees into downloading malicious software. "In June, they set up a fake version of a develo…

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Connecticut FBI Office Accused Of Spreading Election Misinformation: 'Someone Should Be Fired' Connecticut FBI Office Accused Of Spreading Election Misinformation: 'Someone Should Be Fired' Connecticut FBI Office Accused Of Spreading Election Misinformation: 'Someone Should Be Fired'
Connecticut FBI Office Accused Of Spreading Election Misinformation: 'Someone Should Be Fired' An FBI field office sparked outrage after telling thousands of social media followers to vote on the wrong day, then deleting the post as criticism grew. The New Haven, Connecticut, office shared the incorrect information on X on Monday, Nov. 2. The post told its more than 23,000 followers that Election Day was Wednesday, Nov. 4. But voters were supposed to head to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The mistake quickly drew criticism online, with some questioning why a federal law enforcement agency would share the wrong election date. The post remained online for hours before the FBI removed …

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Cause Of Death Released For 'Star Trek' Screen Legend Walter Koenig Cause Of Death Released For 'Star Trek' Screen Legend Walter Koenig Cause Of Death Released For 'Star Trek' Screen Legend Walter Koenig
Cause Of Death Released For 'Star Trek' Screen Legend Walter Koenig New details have emerged about the death of Walter Koenig, the “Star Trek” favorite who brought Pavel Chekov to generations of viewers. Koenig’s death certificate lists cardiopulmonary arrest as the immediate cause, with chronic diastolic congestive heart failure as an underlying cause, according to TMZ, which obtained the document. Acute renal failure was listed as a significant contributing condition. The actor died Sunday, Oct. 25, at his home in North Hollywood, California. He was 90, and his daughter and niece were with him, as Daily Voice previously reported. TMZ also reported that K…

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Massachusetts Developer Splashes $109.5M On Popular NJ Shopping Center Massachusetts Developer Splashes $109.5M On Popular NJ Shopping Center Massachusetts Developer Splashes $109.5M On Popular NJ Shopping Center
Massachusetts Developer Splashes $109.5M On Popular NJ Shopping Center A popular Bergen County shopping center has sold for a whopping $109.5 million, and its new owner has plans to bring in more stores, restaurants, and gathering spaces (see attachment at the bottom of this Daily Voice article with more). Tice's Corner in Woodcliff Lake, a 120,000-square-foot shopping destination anchored by Apple, was acquired by Massachusetts-based WS Development in October 2026, according to Cushman & Wakefield, which represented the buyer. The new owner plans to introduce additional brands and local businesses across retail, beauty, wellness, and dining, along with ar…

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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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Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper
Pro Soccer Star, 30, Dies After On-Field Collision With Goalkeeper A professional soccer player has died after suffering cardiac arrest following a collision with a goalkeeper during a match in Spain. Jesús de Miguel Alameda, a 30-year-old striker for Spanish soccer club CD Tenerife, died on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The team confirmed his death in an Instagram post after he collapsed during a match against FC Andorra the previous day. De Miguel was struck in the chest by goalkeeper Jesús Owono's knee as the Andorra player rushed outside his penalty area to clear a long ball, Reuters reported. The 30-year-old fell to the ground and was motionless as players from bo…

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HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin
HOA Fees Skyrocket To $30K A Year, Leaving Homeowners Facing Financial Ruin Homeowners fear losing everything after their homeowners association hiked fees to a staggering $30,000 a year, leaving some wondering how much longer they can afford to stay in what they thought would be their forever homes. Residents of Magnolia Cove, a subdivision in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, learned on October 26 that their HOA fees would double to $2,500 a month, according to local news reports.  That puts annual HOA dues at $30,000, before homeowners pay their mortgages, property taxes, and insurance. However,  That eye-watering figure is just a third of what the boar…

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Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress
Ballot Scanners Fail In NY County Amid Key Race That Could Help Decide Control Of Congress Voters throughout a county in New York faced issues with their paper ballots not being accepted on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3 — which might impact the results of a high-stakes race that could help decide which party takes control of Congress.  The issue was reported in Westchester County, NY, with the county's Board of Elections saying they were "aware of an issue involving paper ballots that is preventing voting machines from accepting ballots at polling locations throughout the County," the county said in a statement. Westchester County is part of New York's 17th congressional dis…

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NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' Dies After Collapsing At Mile 24: Report
NYC Marathoner In 'Perfect Health' 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, apparently of rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle condition brought on by exertion causing muscle breakdown, 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. Rachel was …

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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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Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says
Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says More than 3,700 bottles of prescription blood pressure medication are being recalled nationwide after failing to meet federal quality standards. Macleods Pharma USA issued the voluntary recall for 3,744 bottles distributed across the US, the Food and Drug Administration said in a report classified on Monday, Oct. 26. The recall affects tablets of olmesartan medoxomil, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide. The medication is being recalled because of "Failed Dissolution Specifications," which means the tablets didn't meet required standards for how they dissolve. The FDA didn't provide fu…

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McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026
McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's is getting an early start on the holidays with a new lineup of seasonal drinks. The limited-time holiday beverages were unveiled through the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The drinks will be available at participating restaurants nationwide starting on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The holiday lineup comes after McDonald's introduced its Caramel Apple Pie-flavored hot and cold beverages in August. "For some fans, the holidays begin when the calendar says so," McDonald's said. "For others, they start with traditions like the first festive playlist, the first h…

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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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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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$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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Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says
Blood Pressure Medicine Recalled After Failing Quality Tests, FDA Says More than 3,700 bottles of prescription blood pressure medication are being recalled nationwide after failing to meet federal quality standards. Macleods Pharma USA issued the voluntary recall for 3,744 bottles distributed across the US, the Food and Drug Administration said in a report classified on Monday, Oct. 26. The recall affects tablets of olmesartan medoxomil, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide. The medication is being recalled because of "Failed Dissolution Specifications," which means the tablets didn't meet required standards for how they dissolve. The FDA didn't provide fu…

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McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026
McDonald's Launches New Holiday Drink Lineup In 2026 McDonald's is getting an early start on the holidays with a new lineup of seasonal drinks. The limited-time holiday beverages were unveiled through the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The drinks will be available at participating restaurants nationwide starting on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The holiday lineup comes after McDonald's introduced its Caramel Apple Pie-flavored hot and cold beverages in August. "For some fans, the holidays begin when the calendar says so," McDonald's said. "For others, they start with traditions like the first festive playlist, the first h…

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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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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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$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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What Is Rhabdo? Docs Explain Rare Condition Linked To NYC Marathon Runner's Death What Is Rhabdo? Docs Explain Rare Condition Linked To NYC Marathon Runner's Death What Is Rhabdo? Docs Explain Rare Condition Linked To NYC Marathon Runner's Death
What Is Rhabdo? Docs Explain Rare Condition Linked To NYC Marathon Runner's Death A 24-year-old woman who was in "perfect health" died after collapsing near the finish line of the New York City Marathon, and New Jersey doctors say the rare condition linked to her death can strike even healthy people. Rachel Apa, a former Division I basketball player from Lewisberry, PA, collapsed near Mile 24 of her first marathon on Sunday, Nov. 1, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Her father, Steve Apa, told The New York Times she died of rhabdomyolysis, or "rhabdo." He had been texting with her throughout the race until she stopped responding near Mile 24. Three bystanders, inclu…

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Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement
Singer Nicole Taylor Dies At 35: Triplet Sisters Share Emotional Announcement A country singer’s triplet sisters have shared heartbreaking news about the voice who helped bring their family’s music to fans. Nicole Taylor, the lead singer of Taylor Red, died at 35 after being diagnosed with stage-four breast cancer in 2022, her sisters and bandmates, Nika and Natalie, revealed in an Instagram video. The sisters remembered her determination to keep working, traveling, and enjoying life during treatment. “It was an aggressive type (of cancer),” Natalie revealed. “In her words, when she first found out, was ‘God’s Gonna use this for his glory.’ “She fought it fearlessl…

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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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