Ridgewood, NJ
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Body Of NYC Financier Washed Ashore In Spain Weeks Ago – But Desperate Family Kept Searching Body Of NYC Financier Washed Ashore In Spain Weeks Ago – But Desperate Family Kept Searching
Body Of NYC Financier Washed Ashore In Spain Weeks Ago – But Desperate Family Kept Searching A New York City banker who vanished during a sailing trip to Spain earlier this year was found dead – though his desperate family continued searching for weeks before getting the devastating news. Grant Barr, 37, disappeared on Tuesday, Jan. 28, while visiting friends and family in Estepona, a coastal town along Spain’s Costa del Sol. The discovery of his passport, boating license, and pants near a beach that same day sparked a desperate search. But on Monday, April 7, Barr’s father, Michael Carr, shared devastating news on Facebook: “It is with profound sadness that I speak of the passing…

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by Michael Mashburn
Hartford, CT
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Facebook May Send You $40 – And It's Not A Scam: Here's Why Facebook May Send You $40 – And It's Not A Scam: Here's Why
Facebook May Send You $40 – And It's Not A Scam: Here's Why Double-check your bank account, you may have gotten money from Facebook that you completely forgot was coming. Facebook users who filed claims in a $90 million privacy settlement that dates back nearly 15 years could soon start seeing payments – or may have already been paid. Many people on social media said they started receiving payments of $40.67 on Thursday, April 10. A class-action lawsuit claimed Facebook improperly tracked users' online activity without consent when users visited non-Facebook websites displaying Facebook's "Like" button. The suit said the nonconsensual tracking happe…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Meta To Limit Instagram Livestreaming For Some Teens: Here's How Meta To Limit Instagram Livestreaming For Some Teens: Here's How
Meta To Limit Instagram Livestreaming For Some Teens: Here's How Younger teens won't be able to go live on Instagram anytime soon unless they have a parent's permission. Meta has banned users under 16 from livestreaming unless approved by a parent, the tech giant said in a blog post on Tuesday, April 9. The change is part of a broader push to expand protections for teen users across Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. There are at least 54 million active "Teen Accounts" worldwide, according to Meta. "With these changes, teens under 16 will be prohibited from going Live unless their parents give them permission to do so," Meta said "We'll …

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by Chris Spiker
Pleasantville, NY
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Jacob Burns Film Center Under Fire After Alleged Antisemitic Incident At Box Office Jacob Burns Film Center Under Fire After Alleged Antisemitic Incident At Box Office
Jacob Burns Film Center Under Fire After Alleged Antisemitic Incident At Box Office A woman who claimed that her Jewish parents were subjected to an antisemitic rant by a box office clerk at a New York film center has sparked a Facebook firestorm. On Friday, March 28, the Jacob Burns Film Center in the Westchester County village of Pleasantville announced it would be holding a special event screening of "OCTOBER 8" later in spring.  The film focuses on "antisemitism on college campuses, social media, and in the streets of America beginning the day after the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas," according to its website.  In the comment section, one woman …

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by Ben Crnic
Hartford, CT
Business
'OG Facebook' Returns With Revamped Friends Tab In Meta's Latest Change 'OG Facebook' Returns With Revamped Friends Tab In Meta's Latest Change
'OG Facebook' Returns With Revamped Friends Tab In Meta's Latest Change Meta is hoping to bring back the original Facebook experience with a new Friends tab that shows only content from friends, removing recommended posts and ads.  The feature launched in the US and Canada on Thursday, Mar. 27. The addition is part of a broader effort to restore Facebook's original focus on connecting friends, according to Meta. The revamped feed only highlights content from friends, eliminating recommended posts and ads. "The new Friends tab is a throwback to OG Facebook when you only saw friends' status updates," CEO Mark Zuckerberg posted. "More OG Facebook coming soon…

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by Chris Spiker
Easton, PA
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Stepfather Of Missing PA Teen Enci Aubrey Wu Charged With Harassment Of NJ Sex Offender: UPDATE Stepfather Of Missing PA Teen Enci Aubrey Wu Charged With Harassment Of NJ Sex Offender: UPDATE
Stepfather Of Missing PA Teen Enci Aubrey Wu Charged With Harassment Of NJ Sex Offender: Update The stepfather of missing 14-year-old Enci Aubrey Wu, who has been searching for her for over two months, has now been charged with harassment, authorities confirmed. John F. Gehrmann III, 44, currently of Easton, PA, and originally from Kearny, New Jersey, was charged with three misdemeanor counts of harassment for allegedly targeting a New Jersey sex offender online in connection with Wu’s disappearance, according to Pennsylvania State Police and court documents. However, advocates for Wu’s family say the charges misrepresent the situation and that Gehrmann was acting in an attempt to prot…

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by Jillian Pikora
New Rochelle, NY
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Meta's Community Notes To Use Tech From Elon Musk's Social Media Platform Meta's Community Notes To Use Tech From Elon Musk's Social Media Platform
Meta's Community Notes To Use Tech From Elon Musk's Social Media Platform Meta's new Community Notes system will be based on algorithms developed by billionaire Elon Musk's social media platform, the company said. Meta will begin testing the crowdsourced program that aims to prevent misinformation on Tuesday, Mar. 18, the tech giant said in a blog post on Thursday, Mar. 13. The move comes as Meta replaces its third-party fact-checking program in the US for Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Community Notes are part of CEO Mark Zuckerberg's broader shift toward what he calls "free expression" on the company’s platforms. "We’re going to take time to …

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by Chris Spiker
Warwick, NY
Readers Choice
Best Bagels In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Eastdale Avenue Bagels Best Bagels In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Eastdale Avenue Bagels
Best Bagels In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Eastdale Avenue Bagels We are thrilled to announce that Eastdale Avenue Bagels has been named Best Bagels in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its Facebook page, Eastdale Avenue Bagels specializes in traditional bagels that are fresh—baked daily, delicious, and sure to satisfy any craving. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in the Hudson Valley began with reader nominations in October and ended with a voting period for finalists in 80+ categories in December.  Daily Voice Congratulations to Eastdale Aven…

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by Daily Voice
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Barber Shop In Bergen County In 2024: In The Cut Barbershop Best Barber Shop In Bergen County In 2024: In The Cut Barbershop
Best Barber Shop In Bergen County In 2024: In The Cut Barbershop We are thrilled to announce that In the Cut Barbershop has been named Best Barber Shop in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to In the Cut Barbershop's Facebook page, this establishment combines traditional barbering artistry with modern styling techniques to deliver personalized grooming experiences.  In the Cut is dedicated to precision, creativity, and customer care, per its Facebook page. Local voters couldn’t agree more.  "Joel and his crew are the best in the business," said Readers' Choice voter Frank. Photo supplied by In the …

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by Daily Voice
Chappaqua, NY
Readers Choice
Best Burger In Westchester County In 2024: Fat Stu's All-American Burger Best Burger In Westchester County In 2024: Fat Stu's All-American Burger
Best Burger In Westchester County In 2024: Fat Stu's All-American Burger We are thrilled to announce that Fat Stu’s All-American Burger has been named Best Burger in Westchester County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Awards! According to Fat Stu’s All-American Burger’s Facebook page, this Harrison spot is redefining the classic American burger experience with bold flavors, high-quality ingredients, and a no-frills, all-flavor approach.  Its burgers are crafted with fresh, never-frozen beef, cooked to perfection, and stacked with delicious toppings, per its Facebook page. Several Readers' Choice voters called Fat Stu's All-American Burger the best a…

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by Daily Voice
Northport-East Northport, NY
Readers Choice
Best Coffee Shop On Long Island In 2024: Urban Coffee Best Coffee Shop On Long Island In 2024: Urban Coffee
Best Coffee Shop On Long Island In 2024: Urban Coffee We are thrilled to announce that Urban Coffee has been named Best Coffee Shop on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Since 2008, Urban Coffee has been perfecting the craft of coffee, ensuring every espresso shot, pour-over, and latte is made with precision and passion, according to its website, Every cup reflects the dedication and care of a team that knows coffee inside and out, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best on Long Island began with reader nominations in October and ended with a voting period for …

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by Daily Voice
Northport-East Northport, NY
Readers Choice
Best Playground/Play Space On Long Island In 2024: RocketShip Park Best Playground/Play Space On Long Island In 2024: RocketShip Park
Best Playground/Play Space On Long Island In 2024: RocketShip Park We are thrilled to announce that RocketShip Park, also known as Clifton H. Lee Memorial  Park, has been named Best Playground/Play Space on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! With its massive rocket ship climbing structure, interactive play panels, and accessible design, it’s a playground that truly encourages exploration while making safety and convenience top priorities, according to its Facebook page. At the heart of the playground is its towering rocket ship, where aspiring astronauts can climb, slide, and imagine their own intergalactic missions, and nearb…

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