Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joints Revealed: New Rankings Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joints Revealed: New Rankings Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joints Revealed: New Rankings
Best Hole-In-Wall Burger Joints Revealed: New Rankings A fresh burger debate is ready to hit the griddle. The new state-by-state list was published by Tasting Table, and focuses on independent, no-frills burger spots with loyal local followings. Tasting Table said it looked for unassuming places serving burgers that are consistently juicy, flavorful, and worth a drive. For Daily Voice readers, the list includes standouts in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Virginia. Here are the burger joints named in those seven states: New York: Paul's Da Burger Joint, Manhattan. The East Village spot has been s…
More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones
More Than 1 In 3 CT Hospitals Threatened By Medicaid Cuts, Study Finds: See Which Ones Nearly 90 hospitals across the Northeast are at risk of closing, slashing services, or laying off workers due to Republican-passed cuts to Medicaid, according to a new study. Public Citizen released a report on Tuesday, March 31, that identifies 446 hospitals especially vulnerable to major cuts due to the previously named "One Big Beautiful Bill." President Donald Trump signed the GOP-backed budget reconciliation package into law on Friday, July 4, 2025. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the spending plan will gut $911 billion in federal spend…
MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why
MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why The nation's capital and several Northeast states are driving research, innovation, and business growth, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Most & Least Innovative States on Wednesday, March 18. The report evaluated all 50 states and Washington, DC, using 25 indicators tied to innovation. The metrics include the share of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) workers, research and development spending, and tech industry presence. Washington, DC, retained its place as the nation's innovation leader, according to WalletHub. The District sto…
Dunkin' Unveils Spring 2026 Menu: These Are Highlights Dunkin' Unveils Spring 2026 Menu: These Are Highlights Dunkin' Unveils Spring 2026 Menu: These Are Highlights
Dunkin' Unveils Spring 2026 Menu: These Are Highlights Dunkin' is rolling out its spring menu with new drinks, fruity flavors, and limited-time deals to welcome the warmer weather. The chain's latest seasonal lineup debuted on Wednesday, March 4. The spring 2026 menu features a new energy drink, banana-inspired beverages, a new Refresher flavor, and the return of a popular breakfast deal. Leading the launch is Dunkin' Zero, a zero-sugar energy drink to provide a boost during the day. The crisp, lightly carbonated drink contains 20 calories in a medium, with six flavors available: Blackberry Tangerine, Tropical Mango, Juicy Peach, Glam…
Police ID 69-Year-Old After Kids Find Dismembered Body In Shirley Pond Police ID 69-Year-Old After Kids Find Dismembered Body In Shirley Pond Police ID 69-Year-Old After Kids Find Dismembered Body In Shirley Pond
Police ID 69-Year-Old After Kids Find Dismembered Body In Shirley Pond The human remains uncovered by a group of middle schoolers earlier this week belong to a 69-year-old man, authorities announced.  Peter Degan, 69, of Rockland, Massachusetts, was confirmed as the victim by Middlesex (Massachusetts) District Attorney Marian Ryan and Shirley Police Chief Samuel Santiago after investigators recovered multiple body parts.  The body had been severed with a sharp instrument, and police believe he died of foul play. Investigators do not believe the killing was random. The discovery happened around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, near the Maritime Vete…
GoFundMe Accused Of Creating 1.4M Plagiarized Campaigns, PA's AG Wants Answers GoFundMe Accused Of Creating 1.4M Plagiarized Campaigns, PA's AG Wants Answers GoFundMe Accused Of Creating 1.4M Plagiarized Campaigns, PA's AG Wants Answers
GoFundMe Accused Of Creating 1.4M Plagiarized Campaigns, PA's AG Wants Answers Prosecutors across the Northeast are demanding answers from GoFundMe after reports that the fundraising platform created donation pages for more than 1.4 million charities without their permission. Attorneys general from Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania are among 21 states that sent a letter to GoFundMe on Tuesday, March 3. The group accused GoFundMe of potentially misleading donors and violating state charitable solicitation and consumer protection laws. Officials say the pages were created without the charities' prior knowledge or consent…
Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond
Most Popular Fast-Food Chain Revealed For CT, Beyond Craving burgers, fries, or fried chicken? A new study reveals the biggest fast-food chain in every state, and the rankings might surprise you. Tasting Table analyzed the most popular and widespread fast-food brands across the country, highlighting the go-to spots from coast to coast. The research ranks each state’s top chain based on store count and popularity. Here’s how the Northeast shakes out: New York: McDonald's  New Jersey: Dunkin’ Connecticut: Dunkin’ Pennsylvania: McDonald’s Massachusetts: Dunkin’ Maryland: McDonald’s Virginia: Chick-fil-A Accor…
Stillborns, Harvard Cadaver Parts Sold Nationwide By PA Man Sentenced: DOJ Stillborns, Harvard Cadaver Parts Sold Nationwide By PA Man Sentenced: DOJ Stillborns, Harvard Cadaver Parts Sold Nationwide By PA Man Sentenced: DOJ
Stillborns, Harvard Cadaver Parts Sold Nationwide By PA Man Sentenced: DOJ A Pennsylvania man who bought and sold stolen human remains—including stillborn babies and Harvard cadaver parts—and stored them in 5-gallon buckets inside his home has been sentenced to six years in federal prison, the U.S. Department of Justice announced on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. Jeremy Pauley, 43, of Thompson, Susquehanna County, was sentenced to 72 months by Chief U.S. District Judge Matthew W. Brann for conspiracy and interstate transportation of stolen property. He was also fined $2,000 and ordered to serve three years of supervised release after his prison term. He ran a black-market…
These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map
These States Have Highest Flu Rates As Christmas Arrives: See Map Flu season is ramping up across the country, with several states now experiencing severe or rising levels of illness, and a fast-spreading “super flu” variant is driving the surge.  The CDC’s latest FluView report for the week ending Saturday, Dec. 13, shows widespread influenza activity in nearly every region, with the Northeast and Mountain West hit especially hard. As of Monday, Dec. 16, the CDC estimated that flu cases are growing or likely growing in 47 states. According to the agency, “very high” flu activity has been detected in  New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Col…
Recall Issued For Cooking Pan Sold In VA That May Be Contaminated With Lead Recall Issued For Cooking Pan Sold In VA That May Be Contaminated With Lead Recall Issued For Cooking Pan Sold In VA That May Be Contaminated With Lead
Recall Issued For Cooking Pan Sold In VA That May Be Contaminated With Lead A milk pan sold across several East Coast states is being pulled from store shelves over a safety concern tied to what may be getting into the food, not just what is used to cook it. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted a company announcement on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from New York-based Shata Traders Inc. of Brooklyn, recalling its Chef Brand Milk Pan 24cm. The product, sold under the Majestic Chef Pan brand name, may be contaminated with significant levels of lead that can leach into food, according to the notice. The recall covers Chef Brand Milk Pan 24cm units distributed in NY, N…
This Potato Chip Brand Picks Up Perfect 10 Score In Taste Test This Potato Chip Brand Picks Up Perfect 10 Score In Taste Test This Potato Chip Brand Picks Up Perfect 10 Score In Taste Test
This Potato Chip Brand Picks Up Perfect 10 Score In Taste Test It’s crunch time. Literally.  Food & Wine just crowned the nation’s top potato chips after a masked taste test that put 13 brands through a serious snack showdown.  The results delivered a clear winner: Cape Cod Original Sea Salt Kettle Cooked Chips, which scored a flawless 10 out of 10. The testers said Cape Cod’s chips hit every mark: crisp, buttery, and balanced with just the right touch of salt.  Unlike greasier rivals, these tasted like "actual potatoes," not oil. One taster even compared them to "the crispy bits at the bottom of a cup of fries." Food & Wine’s…
Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue
Recall Targets Costco Tuna Product Linked To Supplier Issue A popular raw tuna product sold at Costco stores has been pulled from shelves over concerns it may be contaminated with Listeria. On Saturday, Sept. 20, Western United Fish Company, doing business as Annasea Foods Group, announced a recall of 3,314.7 pounds of Kirkland Signature brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke.  The move came after the company’s green onion supplier reported a positive Listeria test in ingredients used for the product. The recalled tuna was sold in clear plastic clamshell containers labeled with Costco Item Number 17193, pack date of Sept. 18, and sell by date of Sept. 22.…