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Worcester
News
$4M Lottery Win: Webster Man Won't Let Newfound Fortune Change Him $4M Lottery Win: Webster Man Won't Let Newfound Fortune Change Him
$4M Lottery Win: Webster Man Won't Let Newfound Fortune Change Him A Webster man recently won $4 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery after he picked up a pair of tickets as a Thanksgiving Day treat to himself.  Carmen Fago won the seven-figure sum playing the "777" scratch-off game. He told lottery officials he was in total shock when he realized he'd won the grand prize.  Fago chose to take the lump sum payment of $2.6 million (before taxes) rather than the annuity.  He said he plans to pay off his truck with the cash, but other than that, he doesn't expect to change up his daily routine.  Fago bought the ticket at M…

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by Josh Lanier
Clarkstown
Police & Fire
Theft Of Israeli Flag: 15-Year-Old Nabbed After Incident At Clarkstown Town Hall Theft Of Israeli Flag: 15-Year-Old Nabbed After Incident At Clarkstown Town Hall
Theft Of Israeli Flag: 15-Year-Old Nabbed After Incident At Clarkstown Town Hall A boy was apprehended shortly after he allegedly stole an Israeli flag in broad daylight from in front of a town hall in the Hudson Valley on Thanksgiving Day. Officers in Rockland County responded to Clarkstown Town Hall at around 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 23 for reports that the Israeli flag was stolen from the pole on which it was flying. A witness stated to police dispatchers that an unknown male wearing dark clothing was observed ripping the flag from its pole and was running toward Route 304.  A responding officer located him on Congers Road just east of Route 304…

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by Joe Lombardi
Bucks
Obituaries
Bucks Woman Dies Unexpectedly On Thanksgiving Day, 23 Bucks Woman Dies Unexpectedly On Thanksgiving Day, 23
Bucks Woman Dies Unexpectedly On Thanksgiving Day, 23 Olivia Faye Seaberg, a Levittown resident, died suddenly at around 4 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 24, Thanksgiving Day, her family said in her obituary. She was 23.  A beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and best friend, loved ones said Olivia never failed at making those around her happy. "She was a light that NEVER dimmed, and a laugh that kept everyone smiling," wrote Nicole Bracey, who has identified herself as Olivia's sister.  After her passing on Thanksgiving, Nicole and others took to social media to write tributes in memory of the 23-year-old.  Olivia Seaberg My girl …. I toss. I tur…

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by Mac Bullock
Alexandria
Weather
Separate Rounds Of Wet Weather Will Start On Black Friday Separate Rounds Of Wet Weather Will Start On Black Friday
Separate Rounds Of Wet Weather Will Start On Black Friday A stretch of sunny, dry days leading up to and including Thanksgiving Day will be followed by separate rounds of wet weather, starting on Black Friday, Nov. 25, according to the National Weather Service. After a one-day reprieve from precipitation on Saturday, Nov. 26, those back on the road and in airports traveling will have to contend with a second round of wet weather on Sunday, Nov. 27. There will be showers and periods of rain starting Friday morning and continuing into the afternoon, followed by clearing in the evening, the National Weather Service said. About a quarter-inch of …

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains
Weather
Separate Rounds Of Wet Weather Will Start On Black Friday Separate Rounds Of Wet Weather Will Start On Black Friday
Separate Rounds Of Wet Weather Will Start On Black Friday A stretch of sunny, dry days leading up to and including Thanksgiving Day will be followed by separate rounds of wet weather, starting on Black Friday, Nov. 25, according to the National Weather Service. After a one-day reprieve from precipitation on Saturday, Nov. 26, those back on the road and in airports traveling will have to contend with a second round of wet weather on Sunday, Nov. 27. There will be showers and periods of rain starting Friday morning and continuing into the afternoon, followed by clearing in the evening, the National Weather Service said. About a quarter-inch of …

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by Joe Lombardi
Somerset
Weather
Here's Latest Timing For Post-Thanksgiving Day Storm Bringing Rain, Gusty Winds To Region Here's Latest Timing For Post-Thanksgiving Day Storm Bringing Rain, Gusty Winds To Region
Here's Latest Timing For Post-Thanksgiving Day Storm Bringing Rain, Gusty Winds To Region A stretch of clear, dry weather will end just after Thanksgiving day as a complex, cross-country storm will bring periods of rain and strong winds to the region. The storm system could also lead to slippery roads, and travel disruptions on Black Friday, Nov. 25, AccuWeather.com said. (See the image above.)  "If heavy rainfall were to hit the same areas in New York that were just buried under feet of snow, there could be a serious concern for flooding," said AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brian Wimer. The initial outlook for the storm had it pushing off the coast Friday evening …

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains
Weather
Here's Latest Timing For Post-Thanksgiving Day Storm Bringing Rain, Gusty Winds To Region Here's Latest Timing For Post-Thanksgiving Day Storm Bringing Rain, Gusty Winds To Region
Here's Latest Timing For Post-Thanksgiving Day Storm Bringing Rain, Gusty Winds To Region A stretch of clear, dry weather will end just after Thanksgiving day as a complex, cross-country storm will bring periods of rain and strong winds to the region. The storm system could also lead to slippery roads, and travel disruptions on Black Friday, Nov. 25, AccuWeather.com said. (See the image above.)  "If heavy rainfall were to hit the same areas in New York that were just buried under feet of snow, there could be a serious concern for flooding," said AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brian Wimer. The initial outlook for the storm had it pushing off the coast Friday evening …

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by Joe Lombardi
Middlesex NJ
News
HIGHWAY HORROR: Two Children Killed When Wrong-Way Vehicle Slams Into Police Car In NJ HIGHWAY HORROR: Two Children Killed When Wrong-Way Vehicle Slams Into Police Car In NJ
Highway Horror: Two Children Killed When Wrong-Way Vehicle Slams Into Police Car In NJ Two children were killed when a wrong-way vehicle collided with a police car at a Route 1 intersection in Middlesex County late on Thanksgiving Day, authorities confirmed. The driver of the civilian vehicle slammed into an Old Bridge Township police cruiser containing two officers and a civilian at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 130 in North Brunswick shortly after 11:30 p.m., Acting New Jersey Attorney Andrew J. Bruck said Friday. "Both children in the civilian vehicle died from injuries sustained in the crash," Bruck said. "Both officers and the civilian within the police vehicle s…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Rivertowns
Lifestyle
On The Table For Thanksgiving: Higher Prices, Fewer Options Due To Supply-Chain Issues On The Table For Thanksgiving: Higher Prices, Fewer Options Due To Supply-Chain Issues
On The Table For Thanksgiving: Higher Prices, Fewer Options Due To Supply-Chain Issues The COVID-19 related supply chain issues and price increases are continuing to impact consumers across the United States ahead of the holidays.  The Seattle Times reported that many are having to spend more in preparation for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 25, as the prices of many products have increased.  The news outlet said supply chain issues including transportation expenses, bad weather and labor shortages have all factored into the ballooning prices, along with inflation.  According to a report from Texas A&M Today, AgriLife Extension livestock economist Davi…

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by Nicole Valinote
Brookfield
News
COVID-19: CT Hospitalizations At Highest Level Since Mid-May; Latest Data By County, Community COVID-19: CT Hospitalizations At Highest Level Since Mid-May; Latest Data By County, Community
Covid-19: CT Hospitalizations At Highest Level Since Mid-May; Latest Data By County, Community The number of those hospitalized in Connecticut with COVID-19 is now at the highest levels since mid-May, according to new data covering Thanksgiving Eve Day and Thanksgiving Day. A total of 1,017 patients are currently hospitalized for COVID in Connecticut. That's an increase of 49. A total of 71,327 tests were administered on Wednesday, Nov. 25, and Thursday, Nov. 26, with 3,429 coming back positive (4.81 percent positivity rate). There have been 35 additional deaths. For more info, including the number of cases by county and community, click here and scroll down.

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by Joe Lombardi
Nassau
Weather
Here's Latest Forecast For Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday Here's Latest Forecast For Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday
Here's Latest Forecast For Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday A storm system that arrived overnight is sweeping through the region, but Thanksgiving Day won't be a complete washout. In fact, the heaviest rain on Thursday, Nov. 26 will wrap up by late in the morning, followed by scattered showers at times through mid-afternoon.  Up to a half-inch to three-quarters of an inch of precipitation is expected for most of the region before the system winds down by around 3 p.m. Thursday. It will also be a milder day, with the high temperature ranging from the mid 50s to areas north of I-84 in New York and Connecticut to close to around 60 degr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Nassau
Police & Fire
Know Them? Duo Wanted For Stealing From Long Island Stop & Shop Know Them? Duo Wanted For Stealing From Long Island Stop & Shop
Know Them? Duo Wanted For Stealing From Long Island Stop & Shop An alert has been issued for two men who are wanted after allegedly stealing from a Long Island Stop & Shop on Thanksgiving Day. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers released a photo of two men who allegedly stole groceries from Stop & Shop on Vets Highway in Islandia on Thursday, Nov. 28. The stolen items have a value of approximately $145. A reward has been issued by Suffolk County Crime Stoppers for information that leads to the apprehension of the two men. Anyone with information regarding the theft, or who recognizes either suspect, has been asked to contact Suffolk County Police inve…

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by Zak Failla
Darien
Weather
Whipping Winds Mark Start Of Thanksgiving Weekend, With Snow Expected At End Whipping Winds Mark Start Of Thanksgiving Weekend, With Snow Expected At End
Whipping Winds Mark Start Of Thanksgiving Weekend, With Snow Expected At End Click here for an updated story: Here Are Projected Snowfall Totals For Slow-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Area The start of the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend will be marked by whipping winds throughout the region. Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28 will be mostly sunny with the high temperature in the mid 40s. Winds will be between 20 to 25 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 40-50 mph. (See first image above.) Sixteen giant character floats, including Astronaut Snoopy, SpongeBob SquarePants and Smokey Bear, have been given the all clear by the NYPD to fly in the 93rd Ma…

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by Joe Lombardi
Hackensack
Lifestyle
Bergen County Turkey Trot Founder's 5 Reasons To Run On Thanksgiving Bergen County Turkey Trot Founder's 5 Reasons To Run On Thanksgiving
Bergen County Turkey Trot Founder's 5 Reasons To Run On Thanksgiving For many families, Thanksgiving would not be complete without a morning Turkey Trot. And Aidan Walsh of Ridgewood's Racefaster is hoping to make his race an annual tradition for Bergen County families. The 5K race will be held this Thanksgiving Day in Glen Rock. Here are Walsh's top five reasons to join the fun (it really is). 1. Burn calories, reduce guilt: Knowing that you are going to overeat in the afternoon is an accepted fact of Thanksgiving dinner, so why not reduce the guilt by burning calories before you eat? Factoring in a warm-up, pre-stretch, and run, most people will burn mor…

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by Cecilia Levine