DC Hasn't Been This Dry In Nearly 25 Years As Residents Are Asked To Cut Back Amid Drought
The DC region is on pace for its driest year in nearly 25 years, according to the National Weather Service, as worsening conditions along the Potomac River have triggered a Drought Watch affecting customers across Maryland and Virginia.
So far in 2026, just 16.65 inches of precipitation have been reported in Washington, compared to 23.31 inches at the same point in 2002, the last year conditions were this dry, according to DC Water.
The Drought Watch issued on Wednesday, June 3, was prompted by dry conditions, above-average temperatures, and below-normal water levels in the Potomac River, w…
CT Ranks High Among 'Cheese-Obsessed' States: Favorite Varieties Also Revealed In New Survey
A new food survey suggests one kitchen staple has moved well beyond snack status.
Talker Research released the survey on Tuesday, May 26, after polling 5,000 Americans, 100 in each state, about how they eat, buy, and think about cheese.
The survey was conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by Undeniably Dairy, which represents American dairy farmers and importers.
It was released ahead of National Dairy Month, which begins with National Cheese Day on Thursday, June 4.
The headline number: 52 percent of Americans surveyed self-identified as cheese-obsessed.
For many, cheese is part…
3 Holy Name Care Pros Win $10K Lotus Awards
Three Holy Name Medical Center healthcare professionals have been named recipients of the Lee Park Foundation's 2026 Lotus Award for Nursing and Clinical Care for their work in patient care and community service.
The honors were presented by Jai-Yoo Lee, a director of Lee Park Foundation, on Tuesday, May 5, during Holy Name’s National Nurses Week celebration.
The awards went to Erin Davis, PT, Katarina “Kat” Sadlon, RN, and Nura Shehadeh, a patient care technician.
Each recipient received a silver handcrafted Lotus pin and a $10,000 cash prize. The Lotus Award for Nursing and Clinical…
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Bethlehem Cop, Penn State Sprinter Join New ‘Love Island USA’ Cast
Pennsylvania is getting double representation on the new season of “Love Island USA.”
Sincere Rhea, a former Penn State track athlete, and Sean Reifel, a Bethlehem police officer, were named among the 12 Islanders cast in Season 8 of Peacock’s hit dating series.
Reifel, who has a young son, was officially sworn into the Bethlehem Police Department on Aug. 18, 2025, according to a department social media post.
In the show’s teaser, Reifel described himself as someone people can lean on emotionally.
"I'm not a model, I'm not an actor. I'm a police officer," he said in the "Love Island USA" …
Rosie O'Donnell Says Facelift Came From Intense Internal Debate, Desire To 'Feel And Choose'
Rosie O’Donnell is opening up about a decision she once thought she would never make: getting a facelift.
In a personal Substack essay posted Monday, May 25, the 64-year-old comedian and former talk show host said she had long viewed facelifts as a betrayal of feminism, aging, and “our team of women worldwide.”
But after losing 50 pounds, O’Donnell said her feelings began to change.
“It wasn’t wrinkles — it was gravity,” she wrote, adding, "I’d look in the mirror and think - this isn’t aging, this is melting with intention...There’s a point where acceptance starts to …
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Fun Is Getting Harder For Many Americans To Find, Survey Reveals
A new survey suggests plenty of Americans could use a little more room for joy.
Talker Research released the survey on Tuesday, May 12, after polling 5,000 US adults, 100 in each state, about whether they are having enough fun.
The answer, for many, was no.
The survey, commissioned by Dave & Buster's and conducted by Talker Research, found that 48 percent of Americans said their overall lives currently lack fun.
Another 12 percent said they could not remember the last time they had a full free day to have fun.
Half of the respondents said they wish they could do something fun and soc…
UVA Health Prince William Medical Center Now Offers Ai-powered Prostate Treatment
UVA Health Prince William Medical Center has begun offering Aquablation therapy, an advanced AI-powered treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, expanding access to minimally invasive urologic care in Northern Virginia.
According to UVA Health, BPH affects about half of men over their lifetime, yet fewer than 3% of those diagnosed receive procedural treatment. As the prostate enlarges, it can restrict the urethra and strain the bladder, leading to frequent urination, a weak stream, and sleep disruption.
The treatment uses a heat-free water jet, imaging, roboti…
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Soaring Costs Changing Summer Travel: Here's Percentage Of Those In MA Still Planning Vacations
Summer may still bring a getaway, but for many Americans, it will look different this year.
A survey released Monday, May 11, found that 37 percent of Americans do not plan to travel this summer, according to Talker Research.
The survey of 5,000 Americans was commissioned by Current, and conducted by Talker Research. It was split evenly by state and generation.
Cost is the biggest reason many people are staying home. Among those not traveling, 52 percent said they cannot afford a trip, 25 percent said they are saving money, and 22 percent said they are paying off debt.
Another 21 percent …
Best Places To Get French Fries Revealed In State-By-State Rankings
A fresh food debate is ready to hit the fryer.
The state-by-state list, published by Tasting Table, focuses on restaurants serving standout French fries across the US.
Tasting Table said it relied heavily on local opinion from forums such as Reddit and review platforms, including Yelp and Tripadvisor. The site said it considered both plain and loaded fries, but looked for praise of the fries themselves, not just the toppings.
For Daily Voice readers, the list includes standouts in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia.
Here are the French f…
