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Staff Picks: Salt & Sweat
Staff Picks: Salt & Sweat
Holistic detox therapies are becoming popular wellness trends from breathing in a room full of Himalayan rock salt to sweating out your toxins in an infrared body wrap.Holistic detox therapies are becoming popular wellness trends from breathing in a room full of Himalayan rock salt to sweating out your toxins in an infrared body wrap.A look at some holiday-themed pop-up bars in New Jersey
A look at some holiday-themed pop-up bars in New Jersey
'Tis the season for holiday-themed pop-ups, and a restaurant group in New Jersey is taking the theme to the next level.'Tis the season for holiday-themed pop-ups, and a restaurant group in New Jersey is taking the theme to the next level.16 years later: Phish turns back the clock at Nassau Coliseum
16 years later: Phish turns back the clock at Nassau Coliseum
As the saying goes: Never miss a Sunday show. Because they are usually heaters. This rang true yet again.As the saying goes: Never miss a Sunday show. Because they are usually heaters. This rang true yet again.‘The Sopranos’ gets its own convention, and the hype is real
‘The Sopranos’ gets its own convention, and the hype is real
The hype surrounding SopranosCon has grown since it was announced in August.The hype surrounding SopranosCon has grown since it was announced in August.Staff Picks: Global Destinations – Dublin
Staff Picks: Global Destinations – Dublin
In the mood for live music, fresh seafood and the best pint of Guinness in the world? Then a trip to Dublin might be for you.In the mood for live music, fresh seafood and the best pint of Guinness in the world? Then a trip to Dublin might be for you.Event honors late celebrity chef Carl Ruiz
Event honors late celebrity chef Carl Ruiz
Celebrity chefs, pitmasters from around the country, and foodies galore descended upon Gowanus Saturday for the #RuizingForACause event.Celebrity chefs, pitmasters from around the country, and foodies galore descended upon Gowanus Saturday for the #RuizingForACause event.Why going out to eat for Thanksgiving is a good option
Why going out to eat for Thanksgiving is a good option
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and local restaurants are gearing up to be a solution for those who don't want to cook their Thanksgiving meals.Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and local restaurants are gearing up to be a solution for those who don't want to cook their Thanksgiving meals.Staff Picks: College Football Meccas-The Ohio State University
Staff Picks: College Football Meccas-The Ohio State University
There are a handful of bucket list destinations for every college football fan and near the top of any list must be Columbus, OhThere are a handful of bucket list destinations for every college football fan and near the top of any list must be Columbus, OhFinal 'Rise of Skywalker' trailer debuts
Final 'Rise of Skywalker' trailer debuts
The final trailer for the "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" debuted Monday, offering a fleeting glimpse of the late Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia embracing Daisy Ridley's Rey.The final trailer for the "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" debuted Monday, offering a fleeting glimpse of the late Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia embracing Daisy Ridley's Rey.Staff Picks: Weekend Getaway - The Berkshires and the Mohawk Trail
Staff Picks: Weekend Getaway - The Berkshires and the Mohawk Trail
While there are plenty of places to go see fall foliage, you really can’t beat the drive up through the Berkshires and the Mohawk Trail in Massachusetts.While there are plenty of places to go see fall foliage, you really can’t beat the drive up through the Berkshires and the Mohawk Trail in Massachusetts.Sights and scenes at NYC Wine and Food Festival 2019
Sights and scenes at NYC Wine and Food Festival 2019
The four-day long NYC Wine and Food Festival has come to a close. It featured more than 80 events throughout the city, 500 chefs, and more than 50,000 attendees.The four-day long NYC Wine and Food Festival has come to a close. It featured more than 80 events throughout the city, 500 chefs, and more than 50,000 attendees.Staff Picks: Smoke Jazz & Supper Club
Staff Picks: Smoke Jazz & Supper Club
If you are looking for a great night out in Manhattan, with fantastic food and smoking hot music, then Smoke Jazz & Supper Club is the place for you.If you are looking for a great night out in Manhattan, with fantastic food and smoking hot music, then Smoke Jazz & Supper Club is the place for you.Local tri-state restaurants to be featured at NYC Wine & Food Festival
Local tri-state restaurants to be featured at NYC Wine & Food Festival
From Oct. 10-13, celebrity chefs and foodies galore will descend upon New York City for the NYC Wine & Food Festival. News 12 caught up with two local restaurants to talk about their participation.From Oct. 10-13, celebrity chefs and foodies galore will descend upon New York City for the NYC Wine & Food Festival. News 12 caught up with two local restaurants to talk about their participation.Staff Picks: The Who perform at Jones Beach
Staff Picks: The Who perform at Jones Beach
The Who perform at Jones BeachThe Who perform at Jones BeachStaff Picks: National Video Games Day – Born to play
Staff Picks: National Video Games Day – Born to play
Today, there are people making a living off live streaming their gaming experience on the internet – a thought that would have made my head explode in 1988.Today, there are people making a living off live streaming their gaming experience on the internet – a thought that would have made my head explode in 1988.Staff Picks: College Football Meccas-Tuscaloosa, AL
Staff Picks: College Football Meccas-Tuscaloosa, AL
One greatest meccas in college football is in Tuscaloosa, Alabama - home to University of Alabama Crimson Tide.One greatest meccas in college football is in Tuscaloosa, Alabama - home to University of Alabama Crimson Tide.Outdoor spots to hit before winter comes
Outdoor spots to hit before winter comes
The last day of summer is September 23rd, but that doesn't mean there's no time to visit some of the tri-state area's best outdoor venues.The last day of summer is September 23rd, but that doesn't mean there's no time to visit some of the tri-state area's best outdoor venues.'Ninja' training surging in popularity
'Ninja' training surging in popularity
NBC's "American Ninja Warrior" now has a huge following, and it's led the way for people all over the country wanting to become ninjas themselves.NBC's "American Ninja Warrior" now has a huge following, and it's led the way for people all over the country wanting to become ninjas themselves.Staff Picks: Pat Benatar/Neil Giraldo perform at The Paramount
Staff Picks: Pat Benatar/Neil Giraldo perform at The Paramount
Giraldo and Benatar continue to be a strong team, performing massive hits from the 1980sGiraldo and Benatar continue to be a strong team, performing massive hits from the 1980sStaff Picks: Competitive paintball fields call tri-state home
Staff Picks: Competitive paintball fields call tri-state home
When most people think about paintball they imagine a group of weekend warriors dressed in camouflage running through the woods slinging paint filled pellets at one another.When most people think about paintball they imagine a group of weekend warriors dressed in camouflage running through the woods slinging paint filled pellets at one another.Staff Picks: Get in the orange zone at Orange Theory Fitness
Staff Picks: Get in the orange zone at Orange Theory Fitness
People get a total body workout moving from treadmills to row machines, to various weight training stations all fit into a one hour class.
People get a total body workout moving from treadmills to row machines, to various weight training stations all fit into a one hour class.
People get a total body workout moving from treadmills to row machines, to various weight training stations all fit into a one hour class.People get a total body workout moving from treadmills to row machines, to various weight training stations all fit into a one hour class.Staff Picks: The Alarm, still timely, rocks the Paramount
Staff Picks: The Alarm, still timely, rocks the Paramount
Sound The Alarm - the 1980s are still alive and well... at least they were for a precious few hours at the Paramount in Huntington on Friday night.Sound The Alarm - the 1980s are still alive and well... at least they were for a precious few hours at the Paramount in Huntington on Friday night.Staff Picks: Taylor Swift's 'Lover' is a grown-up take on the Taylor fans love
Staff Picks: Taylor Swift's 'Lover' is a grown-up take on the Taylor fans love
Staff Picks: Taylor Swift's 'Lover' is a grown-up take on the Taylor fans love
Staff Picks: Taylor Swift's 'Lover' is a grown-up take on the Taylor fans love
Taylor Swift has returned to the story-telling, love-song songwriter fans fell in love with more than 10 years ago with her new album "Lover."Taylor Swift has returned to the story-telling, love-song songwriter fans fell in love with more than 10 years ago with her new album "Lover."Fantasy Football: What to do with your league’s loser
Fantasy Football: What to do with your league’s loser
We can debate first-round picks until our faces turn blue, but a more fun discussion between leagues is what to do with who finishes in last place.We can debate first-round picks until our faces turn blue, but a more fun discussion between leagues is what to do with who finishes in last place.Staff Picks: Rustic yet chic - glamping at Camp Rockaway
Staff Picks: Rustic yet chic - glamping at Camp Rockaway
Camp Rockaway at Jacob Riis Beach offers a camping experience that manages to be both family-friendly and hip, rustic yet chic and all with a bit of sustainability as a cherry on top.Camp Rockaway at Jacob Riis Beach offers a camping experience that manages to be both family-friendly and hip, rustic yet chic and all with a bit of sustainability as a cherry on top.‘I live and breathe all things wedding’ How one LI woman turned a bridal group into a career
‘I live and breathe all things wedding’ How one LI woman turned a bridal group into a career
You’re engaged! Now what? That’s the exact question that East Patchogue resident Heather Cunningham asked herself when she decided to start a private Facebook group called Brides of Long Island three years ago.You’re engaged! Now what? That’s the exact question that East Patchogue resident Heather Cunningham asked herself when she decided to start a private Facebook group called Brides of Long Island three years ago.Are you raising a bookworm? Here are 12 books every child should read!
Are you raising a bookworm? Here are 12 books every child should read!
Where the Wild Things Are - story and pictures by Maurice Sendak.
Where the Wild Things Are - story and pictures by Maurice Sendak.
Whether you're raising a bookworm, or you're looking for more book recommendations - here's a list of some classic books every child should read.Whether you're raising a bookworm, or you're looking for more book recommendations - here's a list of some classic books every child should read.Why "pop-ups" are so popular
Why "pop-ups" are so popular
Pop-up experiences are a big hit on social media. People flock to these temporary venues, which include experiences like dining, drinking, and art.Pop-up experiences are a big hit on social media. People flock to these temporary venues, which include experiences like dining, drinking, and art.Staff Picks: Getaway weekend in Nashville
Staff Picks: Getaway weekend in Nashville
Nashville is one of the up-and-coming travel destinations in the country.
Nashville is one of the up-and-coming travel destinations in the country.
Nashville is one of the up-and-coming travel destinations in the country.Nashville is one of the up-and-coming travel destinations in the country.Charitable organization ABC Food Tours gives back to local students
Charitable organization ABC Food Tours gives back to local students
Tyler Cameron of recent "The Bachelorette" fame and his best friend, Matt James, are making a difference for young students in the New York area.Tyler Cameron of recent "The Bachelorette" fame and his best friend, Matt James, are making a difference for young students in the New York area.Staff Picks: Getaway weekend in Memphis
Staff Picks: Getaway weekend in Memphis
Only a two-hour flight from NYC, Memphis’s amazing blend of history, music and great food make it a perfect site for a three-day weekend.Only a two-hour flight from NYC, Memphis’s amazing blend of history, music and great food make it a perfect site for a three-day weekend.Staff Picks: Korn, Alice in Chains, Underoath, Ho99o9 at Jones Beach
Staff Picks: Korn, Alice in Chains, Underoath, Ho99o9 at Jones Beach
Hard rock and grunge fans got an almost five-hour treat Tuesday, as Korn, Alice in Chains, Underoath and Ho99o9 played four separate high-energy sets at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater.Hard rock and grunge fans got an almost five-hour treat Tuesday, as Korn, Alice in Chains, Underoath and Ho99o9 played four separate high-energy sets at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater.Staff Picks: Rolling Stones No Filter tour
Staff Picks: Rolling Stones No Filter tour
After a postponement of his tour for heart surgery, Mick Jagger was back in great form during his two stops at MetLife Stadium Aug. 1 and Aug. 5.After a postponement of his tour for heart surgery, Mick Jagger was back in great form during his two stops at MetLife Stadium Aug. 1 and Aug. 5.Staff Picks: Keep calm, walk an alpaca
Staff Picks: Keep calm, walk an alpaca
Llama/Alpaca treks are guided through gentle pastures, paddocks, past a stocked Bass pond with room for plenty of Llama/Alpaca selfies along the way.Llama/Alpaca treks are guided through gentle pastures, paddocks, past a stocked Bass pond with room for plenty of Llama/Alpaca selfies along the way.Staff Picks: Billy Idol and Bryan Adams
Staff Picks: Billy Idol and Bryan Adams
Billy Idol and Bryan Adams perform at Jones BeachBilly Idol and Bryan Adams perform at Jones BeachNetflix: Rocky series, Mindhunter among August arrivals
Netflix: Rocky series, Mindhunter among August arrivals
There are some gems coming to Netflix in August that you should be aware of, and a bunch of originals that may be worth a shot.There are some gems coming to Netflix in August that you should be aware of, and a bunch of originals that may be worth a shot.Staff Picks: Iron Maiden rocks Barclays Center
Staff Picks: Iron Maiden rocks Barclays Center
Iron Maiden performed to a sold-out crowd at The Barclays Center.Iron Maiden performed to a sold-out crowd at The Barclays Center.Staff Picks – "Spider-Man: Far From Home" swings into theaters
Staff Picks – "Spider-Man: Far From Home" swings into theaters
Spider-Man and Mysterio from Spider-Man: Far from Home
Spider-Man and Mysterio from Spider-Man: Far from Home
It’s a fun, entertaining film that picks up right where “Avengers: Endgame” leaves off, with Peter Parker and his friends trying to live normal lives after the 'Blip.'It’s a fun, entertaining film that picks up right where “Avengers: Endgame” leaves off, with Peter Parker and his friends trying to live normal lives after the 'Blip.'Staff Picks: The Mixtape Tour 2019 – What You Need to Know
Staff Picks: The Mixtape Tour 2019 – What You Need to Know
Heading to the Mixtape Tour at NYCB Live at Nassau Coliseum, the Prudential Center in Newark, Mohegan Sun in Connecticut or all three – we have everything you need to know!Heading to the Mixtape Tour at NYCB Live at Nassau Coliseum, the Prudential Center in Newark, Mohegan Sun in Connecticut or all three – we have everything you need to know!YUM! Sweet deals for National Doughnut Day
YUM! Sweet deals for National Doughnut Day
Today is National Doughnut Day! The date is celebrated the first Friday in June.
National Doughnut Day is celebrated the first Friday in June.
June 7 is National Doughnut Day! The date is celebrated the first Friday in June.June 7 is National Doughnut Day! The date is celebrated the first Friday in June.End of an era - WPLJ goes off the air
End of an era - WPLJ goes off the air
The once-pioneering radio titan WPLJ signed off the air for the final time Friday night, ending decades of music and entertainment over the airwaves of New York and the tri-state area.The once-pioneering radio titan WPLJ signed off the air for the final time Friday night, ending decades of music and entertainment over the airwaves of New York and the tri-state area.Star Wars Galaxy's Edge opens at Disneyland
Star Wars Galaxy's Edge opens at Disneyland
The new land is open at Disneyland park!The new land is open at Disneyland park!Live-action 'Aladdin' film flies into theaters
Live-action 'Aladdin' film flies into theaters
The live-action Aladdin film flew into theaters Friday.The live-action Aladdin film flew into theaters Friday.Avengers get epic send-off at 'Endgame' world premiere
Avengers get epic send-off at 'Endgame' world premiere
The premiere of "Avengers: Endgame" was held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Monday, April 22, 2019.The premiere of "Avengers: Endgame" was held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Monday, April 22, 2019.
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