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Hartford, CT
Business
'Apple Has Lost It': New $230 iPhone Pocket Baffles Internet
Apple's newest iPhone accessory is blurring the line between high fashion and absurd. The tech giant and Japanese fashion house ISSEY MIYAKE debuted a "3D-knitted" holder called the iPhone Pocket on Friday, Nov. 14, at select stores worldwide. Apple said the soft, pleated sleeve is made to fit any iPhone and most small essentials. Short-strap versions cost $149.95, while long-strap versions are priced at $229.95. "Apple and ISSEY MIYAKE share a design approach that celebrates craftsmanship, simplicity, and delight," said Molly Anderson, Apple's vice president of industrial d…
Northampton, MA
News
Fashion Icon Giorgio Armani Dies
Giorgio Armani, the visionary who redefined men’s style with his impeccably tailored suits and minimalist elegance, has died. The trailblazing Italian designer was 91 years old. The fashion house announced that he “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones" on Thursday, Sept. 4. The company said that a funeral chamber would be open in Milan on Saturday, Sept. 6, and Sunday, Sept. 7, with a private funeral to follow at a later date. In announcing its founder's death, the company noted that he “worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections,…
Conshohocken-Plymouth Meeting, PA
Business
IKEA To Sell Products Inside Some Best Buy Stores: What To Know
IKEA is testing out a collaboration with Best Buy to sell some of its furniture at the electronics giant's stores. Best Buy and IKEA will begin a pilot program in the fall to have IKEA products in Best Buy locations, the chains announced in a joint news release on Thursday, July 31. This marks the first time IKEA merchandise will be available through another US retailer. Ten Best Buy locations across Florida and Texas will feature 1,000-square-foot IKEA showrooms where shoppers can get design help, along with purchasing furniture, appliances, and storage setups. "When you're shop…
Northport-East Northport, NY
Readers Choice
Best Jewelry Store On Long Island In 2024: Jennifer Miller Jewelry
We are thrilled to announce that Jennifer Miller Jewelry's East Hampton location has been named Best Jewelry Store on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! This boutique features high-end designer pieces and fashion-forward jewelry that blends elegance with everyday wearability, according to its website. Known for assembling an exquisite mix of fine and fashion jewelry, the boutique offers standout designs crafted to inspire confidence and transform any look, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best on Long Isl…
Shelton, CT
Readers Choice
Best Gift Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Mellow Monkey
We are thrilled to announce that Mellow Monkey has been named Best Gift Store in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Mellow Monkey is a home decor and design as well as gift store nestled in an old warehouse where the Housatonic River meets the Long Island Sound. Mellow Monkey offers on-trend décor, home accents, and gifts, featuring a curated blend from international designers to local artists, per its website. Mellow Monkey. Photo supplied by Mellow Monkey. As noted on its website, Mellow Monkey is a popular statewide d…
Shelton, CT
Readers Choice
Best Florist In Fairfield County In 2024: Botanicals by Jessica
We are thrilled to announce that Botanicals by Jessica has been named Best Florist in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Botanicals by Jessica is owned and operated by Jessica Bowen Piacente, a Sandy Hook native with over 14 years of experience in the floral industry who is known for her signature "Lush Garden" design style. "Jesssica is a creative designer who is extremely talented and displays a distinct style of her own!" said Readers' Choice voter Deborah about Botanicals by Jessica. Photo supplied by Botanicals by Jessica …
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Contractor In Bergen County In 2024: On The Spot Home Improvements
We are thrilled to announce that On The Spot Home Improvements has been named Best Contractor in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to On The Spot Home Improvements' website, the company is celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and personalized approach to every project. On The Spot Home Improvement has offices at 24 Market St. in Saddle Brook. Photo supplied by On The Spot Home Improvements With a focus on delivering quality results, On The Spot Home Improvements stands out as a trusted partner for transformi…
Cranford, NJ
News
Cranford Native, Skating Sensation Son Among 67 Dead In DC Plane Crash
A New Jersey native and her teen skating sensation son were among the 67 people killed in this week's collision between a U.S. Army Black Hawk and American Eagles plane over Washington DC, officials confirmed. Christine Lane and her son, Spencer Lane, were killed in the crash, the Boston Skating Club confirmed on Thursday, Jan. 30. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy tweeted out a TapInto article saying that Christine was a Cranford native, having graduated from CHS in 1993. "Heartbroken to learn that Cranford-native Christine Conrad Lane and her son, Spencer, were among the victims of Wednesday's …
Hudson, NY
Lifestyle
Stunning $3.3M Claverack Cottage Relisted Offers Luxurious Retreat
Nestled on 130 acres in the heart of Columbia County in Claverack, the Normandy-style estate, designed and renovated by a popular local artist, boasts architectural elegance and sweeping woodland views. It is now on the market for $3.3 million. Agent Chris Getman with Houlihan Lawrence said the recently relisted estate at 35 Harlemville offers a seamless blend of European sophistication and the ambiance of the upper Hudson Valley. The estate features a great room with expansive glass walls that provide uninterrupted views of the surrounding woodlands and a private swimming pond. Each…
Bedford, NY
Real Estate
Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Bedford
If you're looking for a home with uniquely designed architecture, a modern residence set on more than four acres in Northern Westchester that's now on the market may be the perfect fit. The 3,737-square-foot home, located at 187 Hook Rd. in Bedford, features futuristic design elements and has been listed for $2.995 million by Houlihan Lawrence. According to the listing, the residence boasts a new facade designed by award-winning architect Belmont Freeman. Other interesting features include glass walls; a heated gunite pool; a great room with "soaring ceilings" and a "curv…
Fort Lee, NJ
Obituaries
Reassuring Dispatcher Erik Midgley, Of Palisades Park, Man Of Many Talents, Dies Suddenly, 47
Erik J. Midgley, a dedicated Bergen County Public Safety dispatcher and lifelong community volunteer, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 10, according to his obituary on the Hunt-Stellato Funeral Home website. He was 47 years old. Known for his reassuring presence during emergencies, Erik spent many years as the calming voice on the other end of the line for those in crisis, his obituary says. His legacy includes years of volunteer work with the Palisades Park and Fairview Ambulance Corps. Erik worked as a public servant for more than 25 years, including 19 with the Bergen County…
Weehawken, NJ
Business
Restaurant Visionary Brings Luxe Dining Experience With NYC Skyline Views To Weehawken
Renowned restaurateur Jeremy Casilli is bringing his latest venture, DRIFT Restaurant & Bar, to Weehawken’s thriving Lincoln Harbor district. Promising an immersive dining experience that combines culinary artistry with captivating views of the Manhattan skyline, DRIFT is taking reservations and is set to open on Wednesday, Nov. 13. Casilli, a leading figure in the restaurant industry and mastermind behind popular hotspots like Hudson & Co. in Jersey City and Pier 115 in Edgewater, designed DRIFT to create a unique, unforgettable experience for guests. The 17,000-square…
Salem, NJ
News
Inside Madeline Gaudreau's Baby Shower: 'A Little Piece Of Heaven'
Some celebrations have resumed for the Gaudreau family, weeks after the DUI crash that killed hockey-playing brothers Matt and Johnny. Madeline Gaudreau, who was married to Matt, shared photos from her "dream" baby shower held over the weekend. Hours after the deadly accident, news spread that Matt's widow was expecting baby boy Tripp. A sign welcoming guests to the shower reads, "A Little Piece of Heaven." Madeline called her shower the "Baby shower of my Dreams 🤍🕊️," in an album shared Sunday, Oct. 13. The widow shouted out a friend for hosting and thanked Lexi Scaffidi of Bite Sized …
Chappaqua, NY
Obituaries
Chappaqua's Ronald Tumpowsky, 49, Founded
Nyc-b
ased Monolith Marketing
Ronald Seth Tumpowsky, beloved husband, father, and friend, died at the age of 49 on Friday, July 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Powell Tumpowsky and two sons, Robert Henry Tumpowsky and Harrison Powell Tumpowsky of Chappaqua, his brother Paul Adam Tumpowsky of New York City, and his father Roy Stuart Tumpowsky of Delray Beach, FL. Ron was born and raised in Rye Brook, NY and completed a Bachelor of Arts and Economics from Colgate University. A natural athlete and teammate, Ron competed at an elite level in both basketball and soccer throughout high school, and was a go…
Scarsdale, NY
Real Estate
Abstract Scarsdale Home Designed By Local Architect Listed For $2.9M
A Westchester home with a less-than-conventional design from an architect who graduated from an esteemed art school could be yours for several million dollars. The property, which dates back to 1937 and is located at 29 Penny Lane in Scarsdale, is now listed for $2.998 million by Christie's International Real Estate Group. The 5,400-square-foot home was designed by architect Paul M. Doering, a graduate of the iconic Bauhaus School in Germany known for teaching modern design. According to its listing, the residence perfectly exemplifies the school's principles with its blend of …
Ashburn, VA
Lifestyle
DMV Artists Featured In Forbes' '30 Under 30' For 2024
Artists with ties to the DMV were well represented on Forbes latest "30 Under 30" list for 2024. The "Arts & Style" section of the prestigious annual ranking is chock full of young artists who once called Maryland or Virginia home. A self-taught shutterbug, 2020 Towson University graduate Jacob Webster, who has become something of a photographer to the stars, was celebrated by Intersect Magazine as "your favorite celebrity photographer in 2023," and now made Forbes' list. "So honored and humbled to be recognized," he posted on Instagram. "Thank you God for the abundance of opport…
Fairfield, CT
Lifestyle
Bloomingdale's To Hold Hiring Event For 250 Jobs In SoNo Store
Bloomingdale's is opening a new store in Fairfield County and looking to fill 250 jobs during a special hiring event. The new SoNo Collection store opens in Norwalk in November and the company is looking to fill positions from personal shoppers to stylists and merchandise handlers to salespeople with a keen eye for fashion and design. The hiring event takes place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 18, at Bloomingdale’s Hiring Center located at 20 Marshall St., 2nd Floor Suite 210, in Norwalk. Another hiring event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 3. Benefits employees can expe…
Westport, CT
Lifestyle
Renowned Westport Poolhouse Hailed As 'Stroke Of Genius'
Architect Roger Ferris has utilized his talents to create a one-of-a-kind minimalist waterfront poolhouse - and it’s located right in Westport. As a modernist, Ferris is typically known for his bold and contemporary designs, but the poolhouse gives this style a new meaning. The building itself is mostly underground and barely visible aside from a sleek skylight, which runs the length of the green roof. The entrance comprises nothing more than a sloping lawn down to the front door, in between two retaining and specifically-angled walls. The project was designed for Fiona Garland, an a…
New Rochelle, NY
Schools
Iona Prep Launches Science Research Program
Officials at Iona Preparatory School in New Rochelle have implemented a three-year Science Research program in order to encourage students to pursue STEM-related field. The New York State Department of Labor has repeatedly called on the urgency and high-demand of various STEM fields, particularly those surrounding engineering, healthcare, biotechnology, research, and design. “It is our belief at Iona Preparatory School that when expectations are higher, our young men will elevate to excel,” said Brother Thomas R. Leto, Ed.D., president of Iona Preparatory. “That’s why we continue to raise t…
