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Rutherford Bakery Crowned Home Of NJ’s Best Slice Of Cake Rutherford Bakery Crowned Home Of NJ’s Best Slice Of Cake
Rutherford Bakery Crowned Home Of NJ’s Best Slice Of Cake A Bergen County bakery known for its small-town charm and scratch-made sweets has been named home of New Jersey’s best slice of cake. Erie Coffeeshop and Bakery in Rutherford earned the recognition from Tasting Table, which spotlighted one must-try slice in every state.  The outlet praised Erie for its “small-town, homemade vibes” and “stunningly decorated whole cakes in addition to slices,” adding that its signature citrus olive oil cake “with a citrus-vanilla glaze that nails the delicate balance between tart and sweet…is guaranteed to brighten up your day.” View…
EXCLUSIVE: At 100, Delco Resident, Navy Vet, Twin Bob Lucas Shares Longevity Secrets EXCLUSIVE: At 100, Delco Resident, Navy Vet, Twin Bob Lucas Shares Longevity Secrets
Exclusive: At 100, Delco Resident, Navy Vet, Twin Bob Lucas Shares Longevity Secrets Bob Lucas has lived a century — as a Navy veteran, engineer, twin, husband, and father. This summer, he turned 100, celebrating at Jenner’s Pond in West Grove, Pennsylvania, with multiple parties surrounded by family and friends. Now he's sharing his life story and secrets to such a long life with Daily Voice in an exclusive interview.  Growing Up In Stamford & Greenwich Born in Stamford in 1925, Lucas grew up in Greenwich’s Lucas Point along Long Island Sound with his twin brother, William. Known as Bob and Bill, the brothers developed a love for sailing, fishing, and tennis. “My f…
Best Learning Center/Tutoring In The Hudson Valley In 2024: iTutor Elementary Best Learning Center/Tutoring In The Hudson Valley In 2024: iTutor Elementary
Best Learning Center/Tutoring In The Hudson Valley In 2024: iTutor Elementary We are thrilled to announce that iTutor Elementary has been named Best Learning Center/Tutoring in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, iTutor Elementary specializes in tutoring students from kindergarten through 6th grade across subjects such as English (reading and writing), Math, Social Studies, and Science.  iTutor's expertise extends to developing individualized study skills and preparing students for mandated standardized state tests, and the dedicated team at iTutor Elementary is committed to helping students achieve their a…
From STEM to Spotlight: Westport's Liana Sonenclar Set For Off-Broadway Breakthrough From STEM to Spotlight: Westport's Liana Sonenclar Set For Off-Broadway Breakthrough
From STEM to Spotlight: Westport's Liana Sonenclar Set For Off-Broadway Breakthrough Liana Sonenclar is a name you may not know yet, but it's one you'll likely hear soon — and often. The 28-year-old, Westport-born writer's new play, "Before This New Year," is set to begin production later this month before making its Off-Broadway debut on March 19. It's the culmination of years of work that started after she achieved her dream at just 18 years old, but not the one she wanted. Related: For information or tickets to "Before This New Year," click here. The Staples High School graduate said she was a math and science kid growing up and never considered being a writer. It was…
Film, TV Productions Filmed In Westchester Score 32 Emmy Nominations Film, TV Productions Filmed In Westchester Score 32 Emmy Nominations
Film, TV Productions Filmed In Westchester Score 32 Emmy Nominations Westchester has once again proved itself to be a winning destination when it comes to filming, as shows produced in the county over the past year have earned over 30 Emmy nominations.  The nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced on Wednesday, July 17. Of the list, a whopping 32 were garnered by productions filmed in Westchester, county officials said. Some of these productions include: Amazon Prime's "Fallout," which was filmed at the Verplanck quarry in Cortlandt and secured 16 nominations in acting, production, and writing categories; FX's "Feud: Capote & The…
Boston-Born Actress Helps 'The Bear' Set Emmy Awards Record Boston-Born Actress Helps 'The Bear' Set Emmy Awards Record
Boston-Born Actress Helps 'The Bear' Set Emmy Awards Record Ayo Edebiri, the Boston-born actress who became a breakout star in the culinary comedy "The Bear," was nominated for her second Emmy Award in as many years. The show collected 23 nominations, setting a new record for most ever for a comedy series in a single year.  Edebiri, who plays chef Sydney Adamu in the series, was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy Series. She won the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series last year, but her profile and role in the FX series have grown.  Jeremy Allen White, who plays the manic chef Carmen "Carmy" …
Elementary Student Honored By Johns Hopkins After Exceptional ACT, SAT Scores Elementary Student Honored By Johns Hopkins After Exceptional ACT, SAT Scores
Elementary Student Honored By Johns Hopkins After Exceptional ACT, SAT Scores An elementary student from Ellicott City has just been honored for being one of the brightest students in the world by Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY), officials say. Niveditha Baskar, a student at Deeprun Elementary School, received the honor after exceptional performance on the SAT and ACT. The young student took the tests as a part of the CTY Talent Search. Baskar was one of less than 27 percent of 15,300 students from across the world who received high or grand honors based on their test scores, according to CTY. "This is not just recognition of our students' success on o…
Musician, Writer From Hudson Valley With Knack For Winning Scratch-Off Lotto Tickets Dies At 39 Musician, Writer From Hudson Valley With Knack For Winning Scratch-Off Lotto Tickets Dies At 39
Musician, Writer From Hudson Valley With Knack For Winning Scratch-Off Lotto Tickets Dies At 39 A longtime Hudson Valley resident who died at the age of 39 is being remembered as a talented writer and musician. Brian John Brogan, a lifelong resident of the Dutchess County area, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, Nov. 1, according to his obituary. Brogan was born in the Bronx and grew up in Poughkeepsie. He studied English at SUNY Potsdam and spent his career as a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, his obituary said.  "Brian was a talented musician and writer, someone who could truly express himself musically in his own unique and ori…
Hunterdon County Native, Beloved Mom Tia Christie Dies Suddenly At Age 32 Hunterdon County Native, Beloved Mom Tia Christie Dies Suddenly At Age 32
Hunterdon County Native, Beloved Mom Tia Christie Dies Suddenly At Age 32 Hunterdon County native and beloved mother Tia Marie Christie died suddenly in South Carolina on Oct. 24 at the age of 32. Born at Hunterdon Medical Center in Raritan Township, Christie grew up in Hunterdon County and most recently worked at Copper Hill Country Club in Ringoes, her obituary says. Christie was remembered as a creative soul who “constantly had a pen to paper, writing her heart out,” her memorial says. “Whether through journal entries, candid poetic works, or original music, Tia’s writing provided her with the opportunity to speak from the depths of her soul in a way that spo…
Easton Writer, Drummer, Addiction Recovery Advocate George Bellamore III Dies Suddenly, 37 Easton Writer, Drummer, Addiction Recovery Advocate George Bellamore III Dies Suddenly, 37
Easton Writer, Drummer, Addiction Recovery Advocate George Bellamore III Dies Suddenly, 37 Writer, drummer and addiction recovery advocate George H. “Geoy” Bellamore, III died suddenly at his home in Easton on May 2. He was 37. Born in Metairie, LA, Bellamore graduated from Faith Christian School in Roseto, PA and worked as a Supervisor Tech at Pyramid Recovery in Catasauqua, his obituary says. Bellamore was also a member, usher and Celebrate Recovery participant at Life Church in Nazareth, his memorial says. Bellamore was known for his love of music and writing. He was a drummer for local band ‘Snap Tite’ and had a “kind soul” that was “always pulling for the ‘under-dog’ a…
TRIBUTE: Kaydee Alexander Of Whippany, 21, Made Others Feel Included TRIBUTE: Kaydee Alexander Of Whippany, 21, Made Others Feel Included
Tribute: Kaydee Alexander Of Whippany, 21, Made Others Feel Included Of the dozens of tributes for that poured in, many had a common thread: Kaydee Alexander made others feel less alone. The Whippany mom died on Oct. 13. She was 21 years old. A Facebook page remembering Kaydee had amassed dozens of condolences and photos as of Wednesday morning. "When I moved to Whippany, not everyone was as accepting and as willing to share their friends with me as Kaydee was," Brianna Rios wrote.  "She always made sure I felt included and made sure that I knew that she would be there for me if I needed someone." Toni Moran remembered Kaydee similarly. "I remember …