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Small Earthquake Recorded In Morris County: USGS Small Earthquake Recorded In Morris County: USGS Small Earthquake Recorded In Morris County: USGS
Small Earthquake Recorded In Morris County: USGS There was some mild shaking in Morris County Thursday morning, Oct. 22. At 5:38 a.m., an earthquake was recorded in Randolph, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The earthquake recorded a magnitude of 1.6 and was detected at a depth of six miles, the USGS said. Earthquakes that small are generally not felt by people and do not cause damage. 

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Bergen County Dad, 48, Dies Suddenly; Retired NYC Sanitation Worker Served At Ground Zero Bergen County Dad, 48, Dies Suddenly; Retired NYC Sanitation Worker Served At Ground Zero Bergen County Dad, 48, Dies Suddenly; Retired NYC Sanitation Worker Served At Ground Zero
Bergen County Dad, 48, Dies Suddenly; Retired NYC Sanitation Worker Served At Ground Zero A retired New York City sanitation worker who helped at Ground Zero after the 9/11 terrorist attacks has died following a weeks-long hospitalization, leaving behind his wife and two daughters in Bergen County. James Brennan, 48, died Wednesday, Oct. 21, after suffering sudden cardiac arrest on Sept. 29, according to a GoFundMe organized by Erin McGrath. He and his wife, Toula, had reportedly moved to Ridgewood only recently with their two daughters, Olivia and Sophia. Brennan spent 20 years working for the New York City Department of Sanitation, including at Ground Zero following the 9…

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Pedestrian Struck By Police Vehicle In South Jersey, Prosecutor Investigating Pedestrian Struck By Police Vehicle In South Jersey, Prosecutor Investigating Pedestrian Struck By Police Vehicle In South Jersey, Prosecutor Investigating
Pedestrian Struck By Police Vehicle In South Jersey, Prosecutor Investigating A 55-year-old Egg Harbor Township man was struck by a police vehicle  on Wednesday, Oct. 21, authorities said. At 8:41 p.m., the man was struck by an Egg Harbor Township police vehicle on Ocean Heights Avenue between Zion and Steelmanville roads, Police Chief Frederick Spano said. The vehicle was being driven by Officer Alexandros Doukopoulos, who immediately provided first aid to the victim until emergency medical personnel arrived, Spano said. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, Spano said. Doukopoulos graduated from the Atlantic County Police Academy …

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Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 80: NJSP Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 80: NJSP Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 80: NJSP
Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 80: Njsp A tractor trailer overturned on Route 80 eastbound in Denville early Thursday morning, Oct. 22. At 4:35 a.m. a tractor-trailer collided with a Ford pickup truck and then a Honda passenger vehicle, Christopher Postorino, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. The trailer of the tractor-trailer overturned following the crash, Postorino said. No injuries were reported, Postorino said. The tractor-trailer was hauling non-hazardous materials which spilt during the crash and was later cleaned, Postorino said. The crash remains under investigation, Postorino said.

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Loose Dogs Lead Cops To Loaded Gun, Ammo, Arrest In Bergen County: Police Loose Dogs Lead Cops To Loaded Gun, Ammo, Arrest In Bergen County: Police Loose Dogs Lead Cops To Loaded Gun, Ammo, Arrest In Bergen County: Police
Loose Dogs Lead Cops To Loaded Gun, Ammo, Arrest In Bergen County: Police A call about two loose dogs in a Bergen County neighborhood led police to a handgun, ammunition, and the arrest of a South Carolina man, authorities said. Park Ridge Officers Charles Davies and Thomas Arcaro responded to Kinderkamack Road around 8:07 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, after receiving a complaint about dogs running loose, Police Chief Joseph Rampolla said. While trying to contain the two small dogs, Arcaro noticed two backpacks, a disassembled tent, a laptop, dog leashes, and toys near some bushes. Believing the items might have been abandoned, Arcaro looked inside an unzipped backpa…

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This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why
This NJ Street Has Nation's Best Trick-Or-Treating, Reese's Says: Here's Why Dozens of streets across the Northeast have been recognized among the nation's best places for trick-or-treating, including one in a town that inspired "The Addams Family." Reese's named East Dudley Avenue in Westfield, New Jersey, as the "Trick-or-Treatiest Street in America" on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The Hershey-owned candy brand evaluated 150 popular Halloween destinations across the US, from large cities to small towns. Each street received a "haul score" and a "haunt score." The metrics were based on factors like crowds, decorations, Halloween spirit, and social media …

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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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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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Senior Living Community In Morris County To Begin Construction Senior Living Community In Morris County To Begin Construction Senior Living Community In Morris County To Begin Construction
Senior Living Community In Morris County To Begin Construction Construction is set to begin on Arbor Terrace Florham Park, an 80-apartment senior living community in Florham Park. The facility is set to open in late 2027 and will offer assisted living, Bridges memory support, and memory care as part of a joint venture between Braemar Partners and GEM Reality Capital. It will be operated by Arbor Company. Arbor Terrace Florham Park is at Columbia Turnpike and Elm Street, near a Trader's Joe and a short commute from The Green at Florham Park, home to the New York Jets' training center. The two-story building is designed in a residential style, with…

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Flanders Walmart Sells $20K Crossword Scratch-Off Winner Flanders Walmart Sells $20K Crossword Scratch-Off Winner Flanders Walmart Sells $20K Crossword Scratch-Off Winner
Flanders Walmart Sells $20K Crossword Scratch-Off Winner Two New Jersey Lottery players became $1 million winners just two days apart, with the lucky tickets sold at a Wawa and local liquor store. The first $1 million ticket, for the $100 Million Diamond Dazzler Scratch-Off game, was sold Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Wawa at 3600 Route 9 in Old Bridge, according to the New Jersey Lottery. Two days later, on Friday, Oct. 16, another $1 million winning ticket was sold for the Black Opal 7's Scratch-Off game at Mak on Main Liquors, located at 1500 Main St. in Asbury Park. The two million-dollar prizes were among 13 New Jersey Lottery wins of at least…

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NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down
NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down Skeletons dressed in colorful costumes, glowing orange and green lights, and towering cornstalks still lined Wayne Gangi's Clifton property. But Thursday night, Oct. 22, the Halloween magic was already coming undone. Decorations were piled in the driveway, bags of brush lined the curb, and cars rolled past one by one as people stopped for what could be their final look at one of the city's most elaborate Halloween displays. Gangi, whose annual attraction has drawn thousands of visitors for 25 years, says he's shutting it down after being hit with city penalties — and now he's determined to…

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Long Island Synagogue Targeted By Would-Be Arsonist, Cops Say Long Island Synagogue Targeted By Would-Be Arsonist, Cops Say Long Island Synagogue Targeted By Would-Be Arsonist, Cops Say
Long Island Synagogue Targeted By Would-Be Arsonist, Cops Say A would-be arsonist tried to start a fire inside a Long Island synagogue, but his efforts failed and he ended up burning a bush, police said. Azzm Khan, 29, of Lakeview, was arrested following the incident outside Young Israel of West Hempstead late Wednesday night, Oct. 21, the Nassau County Police Department said. Cops initially responded to a criminal mischief complaint around 11:30 p.m. on Hempstead Avenue, where a Nassau County Police Department auxiliary vehicle’s side mirror had been damaged, police said. While officers searched for the suspect, another man stopped them and reported…

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Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family
Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family An 82-year-old Virginia senator allegedly saw one last opportunity to build generational wealth, and federal prosecutors say she was willing to use her political power to get it, even as she helped run a $4.5 million marijuana trafficking operation involving her own family. L. Louise Lucas, a powerful Portsmouth Democrat who chairs the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee, was among seven people named in an eight-count federal indictment unsealed on Thursday, Oct. 22, accusing her of leading a criminal enterprise that distributed marijuana, laundered money, and used political influenc…

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Deadly GWB Motorcycle Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays In Bergen County Hours Later Deadly GWB Motorcycle Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays In Bergen County Hours Later Deadly GWB Motorcycle Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays In Bergen County Hours Later
Deadly GWB Motorcycle Crash Causes Major Traffic Delays In Bergen County Hours Later A motorcyclist was killed in an early-morning crash involving a tractor-trailer on the upper level of the George Washington Bridge, leaving traffic backed up across parts of Bergen County hours after the crash, authorities said. The crash happened around 5:19 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, on the eastbound Trans-Manhattan Expressway, according to the Port Authority Police Department. Port Authority police, FDNY personnel, and Port Authority Tunnel-Bridge Agents responded to the scene, where the motorcyclist was pronounced dead by FDNY. The tractor-trailer driver was not injured, authorities said.…

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7-Year-Old Found In Car With Cocaine Packaged For Sale In Bergen County: Police 7-Year-Old Found In Car With Cocaine Packaged For Sale In Bergen County: Police 7-Year-Old Found In Car With Cocaine Packaged For Sale In Bergen County: Police
7-Year-Old Found In Car With Cocaine Packaged For Sale In Bergen County: Police A 7-year-old child was found inside a vehicle carrying suspected cocaine packaged for distribution during a drug investigation in a Bergen County parking lot, authorities said. Three Bronx residents were arrested after Mahwah police stopped the vehicle outside a Route 17 business around 5:20 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, according to Capt. Michael Blondin. Officer Nick Williams had launched an investigation into possible narcotics sales taking place in the parking lot, police said. A search of the vehicle turned up a quantity of suspected cocaine packaged for distribution, along with severa…

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Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study
Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study Unworn clothes, slow juicers, and expensive handbags are among the purchases Americans most often regret making, according to a new study. Custom packaging company Arka released an October 2026 study called "Things People Buy But Never Use." The report highlights popular products that shoppers often purchase but rarely need again. The study examined public Reddit discussions about 20 popular products to identify which purchases generated the most regret. Researchers analyzed comments about how often people used their purchases and calculated the percentage of negative responses. Unwor…

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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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These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself
These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself A new consumer warning highlights how quickly an ordinary message, purchase, or conversation can become a costly trap. The Better Business Bureau Serving Metro New York is urging consumers to watch for seven scam categories involving investments, jobs, online shopping, relationships, home repairs, phishing, and travel. The warning draws from the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust’s 2025 Risk Report, which analyzed more than 146,000 scam reports. Rankings consider how often scams were reported, the likelihood of losing money, and the median reported loss. Investment and cryptocurrency scam…

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Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How
Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How You could get a free meal at Denny's if something extremely rare happens during the 2026 World Series. Denny's will offer free Triple Play Combo Meals to rewards members nationwide if either team completes a triple play during the World Series. The restaurant chain announced the new promotion in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 21. A triple play happens when a team records three outs on a single defensive play. "America's Diner and America's pastime go back a long way together," CEO Chris Bode said. "The Triple Play Combo gives guests a full meal at a great price, and this …

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NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus
NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Price Rite Marketplace is promoting a special Thanksgiving dinner deal as American families keep battling higher grocery prices driven by inflation. The supermarket chain is offering two types of Thanksgiving meals that can feed 10 people for $39 or less. Price Rite announced the promo in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22.  The shopping guides use regularly priced items available at Price Rite stores from Friday, Oct. 30, through Thanksgiving, which falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. "Thanksgiving is a time for family, tradition, and sharing a great meal, and we believe celebrating th…

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Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study
Americans Regret Buying These Products Most: New Study Unworn clothes, slow juicers, and expensive handbags are among the purchases Americans most often regret making, according to a new study. Custom packaging company Arka released an October 2026 study called "Things People Buy But Never Use." The report highlights popular products that shoppers often purchase but rarely need again. The study examined public Reddit discussions about 20 popular products to identify which purchases generated the most regret. Researchers analyzed comments about how often people used their purchases and calculated the percentage of negative responses. Unwor…

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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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These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself
These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself A new consumer warning highlights how quickly an ordinary message, purchase, or conversation can become a costly trap. The Better Business Bureau Serving Metro New York is urging consumers to watch for seven scam categories involving investments, jobs, online shopping, relationships, home repairs, phishing, and travel. The warning draws from the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust’s 2025 Risk Report, which analyzed more than 146,000 scam reports. Rankings consider how often scams were reported, the likelihood of losing money, and the median reported loss. Investment and cryptocurrency scam…

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Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How
Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How You could get a free meal at Denny's if something extremely rare happens during the 2026 World Series. Denny's will offer free Triple Play Combo Meals to rewards members nationwide if either team completes a triple play during the World Series. The restaurant chain announced the new promotion in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 21. A triple play happens when a team records three outs on a single defensive play. "America's Diner and America's pastime go back a long way together," CEO Chris Bode said. "The Triple Play Combo gives guests a full meal at a great price, and this …

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NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus
NJ Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Price Rite Marketplace is promoting a special Thanksgiving dinner deal as American families keep battling higher grocery prices driven by inflation. The supermarket chain is offering two types of Thanksgiving meals that can feed 10 people for $39 or less. Price Rite announced the promo in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22.  The shopping guides use regularly priced items available at Price Rite stores from Friday, Oct. 30, through Thanksgiving, which falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. "Thanksgiving is a time for family, tradition, and sharing a great meal, and we believe celebrating th…

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Glenn Close Shares Health Update, Addresses Cane Questions Glenn Close Shares Health Update, Addresses Cane Questions Glenn Close Shares Health Update, Addresses Cane Questions
Glenn Close Shares Health Update, Addresses Cane Questions Glenn Close is answering questions about her cane while keeping her sights on a busy schedule ahead. The 79-year-old actress said in an Instagram video posted Tuesday, Oct. 20, that she is recovering from a complete left hip replacement. “I wanted to just hop on and thank you for all your love and explain why I have a cane,” Close said at the start of the video. “I have a cane because I had a complete hip replacement. I found out that my left hip was in really bad shape and my whole thing is to keep myself in running order so I can really leap into whatever challenges come my way.” Close h…

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Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch
Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch October’s full moon is preparing to light up the night, and catching its autumn glow won’t require staying awake until its official peak. The Hunter’s Moon arrives Monday, Oct. 26, according to NASA’s October skywatching guide. Its name reflects a season when hunters used bright moonlight to track game across fields cleared by the fall harvest. Peak illumination comes at 12:12 a.m. EDT, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. But the publication recommends heading outside Sunday evening, Oct. 25, around sunset for the best moonrise viewing opportunity. Find an open spot with a clear view to…

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Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking
Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking A quick Google search can take an expensive wrong turn, even when the result looks familiar. The Federal Trade Commission warns that scammers use paid search results to impersonate businesses and government services. Their goal is to steal money, personal information, or financial details. The trap can appear near the top of the results page. Ads labeled “Sponsored” may feature familiar company names, convincing branding, or links to websites designed to look official. That placement doesn't guarantee legitimacy. A phone number beside a trusted business’s name could connect you to an impos…

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Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien'
Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' Tom Skerritt, whose quiet authority anchored some of Hollywood’s most memorable movies and television dramas, is dead. The Emmy-winning actor died Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 93, his family said in a statement, noting that he died of natural causes. “While the world knew Tom through his remarkable acting career, we knew him for his humor, curiosity, wisdom, generosity, and the love he brought into our lives,” his family said in the statement. Skerritt’s career stretched across more than six decades, bringing him roles as military officers, fathers, and a small-town sheriff whose steady presence…

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Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns
Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns Flu season is showing early signs of momentum, giving Americans a reason to check their fall health plans. Influenza activity is increasing across many parts of the country, with the highest activity in western regions, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency’s latest report says activity remains low. Although higher than typically observed this early, it remains within expected seasonal variation. Clinical laboratories reported that five percent of specimens tested positive for flu, up from 3.9 percent the previous week. H1N1 accounted for 96.4 percent of …

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