Upper East Side, NY|News|
NYC Perfumer Helps Virus Survivors Recover Sense Of Smell
Sue Phillips, who owns a perfume business on the Upper East Side, has found a new way to help others through the pandemic.
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New Rankings Reveal Strengths, Gaps In County-Level Health Care
County Health Rankings and Roadmaps recently released its 2021 report. See how your county fared leading up to the pandemic.
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Biden Incentivizes Businesses For Easing Vaccine Access
President Joe Biden spoke as the United States passed 200 million coronavirus vaccine doses. Here are five takeaways from his remarks.
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Raleigh, NC|News|
Woman, Snake Have Chance Encounter In Target Baked Bean Aisle
Diane Dupre found herself very much alone with a very real black rat snake in the middle of a North Carolina Target store aisle.
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Texas School Suspends 11-Year-Old Over Braided Hair
Maddox Cozart received a two-week in-school suspension for reportedly violating his school’s dress code, according to reports.
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Richmond, VA|News|
Virginia Tech Coach Sued By Former Player Who Refused To Kneel
A lawsuit filed by women's soccer player Kiersten Hening against VA Tech claims Chugger Adair engaged in a “campaign of abuse” against her.
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Detroit, MI|News|
Father ‘Outraged’ After Teacher Cuts Biracial Daughter’s Hair
A father in Michigan is seeking answers after his daughter received an unwanted haircut at the hands of her teacher.
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National Drug Take Back Day 2021: Find A Location
Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.
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How Snobby Is Your State? A New Ranking Weighs In
Depending on where you live, if you enjoy wine and have a degree, you might be a snob, according to a new ranking by career website Zippia.
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New York City, NY|News|
Walk-Up Vaccines Expanded To New Yorkers 50 And Older
Starting Saturday, any New Yorker age 50 and older can receive a coronavirus vaccine without an appointment.
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Racial Injustice Protests Turn Violent In Several U.S. Cities
A week of protests following the deaths of Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo culminated in fires, broken windows, and damaged property.
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Indianapolis, IN|News|
Indianapolis FedEx Shooting: Police Identify 8 Victims
Vigils are planned Saturday and Sunday to memorialize those killed, four of whom were members of the Sikh community.
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Prince Phillip Funeral: Time, How To Watch, Who’s Attending
The Duke of Edinburgh’s private service will be held Saturday. Watch live on Patch.
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After Lesson Asking How To Punish Slaves, WI Teachers Resign
The lesson, meant to teach sixth-grade students about Hammurabi’s Code, was outside the curriculum and not approved by district leadership.
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Indianapolis, IN|News|
Indianapolis FedEx Shooting: 5 Things To Know
Authorities have identified the shooter who opened fire Thursday at a FedEx facility, killing eight and injuring several others.
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Birmingham, AL|News|
81-Year-Old Alabama Woman Earns College Degree
After working most of her life, Donzella Washington of Fultondale made a decision 8 years ago to challenge herself.
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Raising Backyard Chickens For Beginners: 5 Things To Know
Before you commit to your first flock, here’s what you should know about ordinances, breeds, salmonella, and more.
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A Ruff Job: Anheuser Busch Seeks Canine 'Chief Tasting Officer'
Does your dog have what it takes? The perks include a $20,000 payday and free Busch Dog Brew.
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Legislation Expanding Supreme Court Unveiled By Democrats
The goal of the legislation is to expand the number of Supreme Court justices from nine to 13, according to a New York Times report.
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Whataburger Reveals First Colorado Location; More Stores Coming
The popular Texas-based burger chain will open in Colorado Springs by year's end, the company announced.
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