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Sally's Apizza Reveals Latest New England Location's Opening Date Amid MA Expansion Plans Sally's Apizza Reveals Latest New England Location's Opening Date Amid MA Expansion Plans Sally's Apizza Reveals Latest New England Location's Opening Date Amid MA Expansion Plans
Sally's Apizza Reveals Latest New England Location's Opening Date Amid MA Expansion Plans Sally's Apizza is expanding across the Northeast as the iconic New Haven pizzeria prepares to open another restaurant in Connecticut. The chain revealed the opening date for its newest location at 3329 Berlin Turnpike in Newington in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. A grand opening celebration will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The restaurant's hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. It'll stay open until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. This will be the eighth Sally's location, six of which are in Connecticut. "We're thrilled to continue growing o…

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Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking
Beware Of Google Search Scams: What To Check Before Clicking A quick Google search can take an expensive wrong turn, even when the result looks familiar. The Federal Trade Commission warns that scammers use paid search results to impersonate businesses and government services. Their goal is to steal money, personal information, or financial details. The trap can appear near the top of the results page. Ads labeled “Sponsored” may feature familiar company names, convincing branding, or links to websites designed to look official. That placement doesn't guarantee legitimacy. A phone number beside a trusted business’s name could connect you to an impos…

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Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch
Full Hunter’s Moon Will Brighten October Skies: When To Watch October’s full moon is preparing to light up the night, and catching its autumn glow won’t require staying awake until its official peak. The Hunter’s Moon arrives Monday, Oct. 26, according to NASA’s October skywatching guide. Its name reflects a season when hunters used bright moonlight to track game across fields cleared by the fall harvest. Peak illumination comes at 12:12 a.m. EDT, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. But the publication recommends heading outside Sunday evening, Oct. 25, around sunset for the best moonrise viewing opportunity. Find an open spot with a clear view to…

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Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus
Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Price Rite Marketplace is promoting a special Thanksgiving dinner deal as American families keep battling higher grocery prices driven by inflation. The supermarket chain is offering two types of Thanksgiving meals that can feed 10 people for $39 or less. Price Rite announced the promo in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22.  The shopping guides use regularly priced items available at Price Rite stores from Friday, Oct. 30, through Thanksgiving, which falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. "Thanksgiving is a time for family, tradition, and sharing a great meal, and we believe celebrating th…

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These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself
These Dangerous Scams Are On Rise: How To Protect Yourself A new consumer warning highlights how quickly an ordinary message, purchase, or conversation can become a costly trap. The Better Business Bureau Serving Metro New York is urging consumers to watch for seven scam categories involving investments, jobs, online shopping, relationships, home repairs, phishing, and travel. The warning draws from the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust’s 2025 Risk Report, which analyzed more than 146,000 scam reports. Rankings consider how often scams were reported, the likelihood of losing money, and the median reported loss. Investment and cryptocurrency scam…

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MA's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings MA's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings MA's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings
MA's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings Thousands of elementary and middle schools across the Northeast have been evaluated in new rankings that highlight the top-performing public schools in each state. U.S. News & World Report released its annual Best Elementary and Middle Schools Rankings on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The 2027 list evaluated about 46,000 public elementary schools and more than 24,000 middle schools nationwide based on reading and math achievement. The report highlights schools where students performed well on state assessments while accounting for student backgrounds.  U.S. News said its updated methodol…

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Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings
Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Several names are climbing the rankings of the nation's most popular for babies, according to a new study. BabyCenter released its annual list of the most popular baby names on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Olivia and Noah remained the most popular names for girls and boys, although several other names made major jumps in popularity. Eliana climbed five spots to become the second most popular girls' name, while Evelyn returned to the top 10 for the first time since 2023. Ellie dropped out of the top 10, falling to No. 11. Among boys, the five most popular names remained unchanged for the third straigh…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down
NJ Dentist Vows To Expose Who Sparked 'Witch Hunt' As Halloween Display Shuts Down Skeletons dressed in colorful costumes, glowing orange and green lights, and towering cornstalks still lined Wayne Gangi's Clifton property. But Thursday night, Oct. 22, the Halloween magic was already coming undone. Decorations were piled in the driveway, bags of brush lined the curb, and cars rolled past one by one as people stopped for what could be their final look at one of the city's most elaborate Halloween displays. Gangi, whose annual attraction has drawn thousands of visitors for 25 years, says he's shutting it down after being hit with city penalties — and now he's determined to…

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Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family
Virginia Dem, 82, Charged In $4.5M Marijuana Empire With Family An 82-year-old Virginia senator allegedly saw one last opportunity to build generational wealth, and federal prosecutors say she was willing to use her political power to get it, even as she helped run a $4.5 million marijuana trafficking operation involving her own family. L. Louise Lucas, a powerful Portsmouth Democrat who chairs the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee, was among seven people named in an eight-count federal indictment unsealed on Thursday, Oct. 22, accusing her of leading a criminal enterprise that distributed marijuana, laundered money, and used political influenc…

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Cops ID Retired NYPD Detective Now Charged With Manslaughter In GWB Fatal Shooting Cops ID Retired NYPD Detective Now Charged With Manslaughter In GWB Fatal Shooting Cops ID Retired NYPD Detective Now Charged With Manslaughter In GWB Fatal Shooting
Cops ID Retired Nypd Detective Now Charged With Manslaughter In GWB Fatal Shooting UPDATE: A retired NYPD detective was charged with manslaughter after appearing in court for the fatal shooting of a Hudson Valley, NY father of two on the George Washington Bridge, authorities said.  Victor Romero, 62, of Haverstraw, NY, was arrested on Wednesday, Oct. 21, in connection with the shooting death of fellow Rockland County resident Koran Irvine, 46, of Valley Cottage, ABC7 reported.  Romero, a retired NYPD narcotics detective, voluntarily reported to the department's 33rd Precinct in Manhattan for questioning Wednesday morning after investigators identified him as a p…

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Mass Victim Loses $248K In Retirement Savings In Father, Daughter-Led Scam: Feds Mass Victim Loses $248K In Retirement Savings In Father, Daughter-Led Scam: Feds Mass Victim Loses $248K In Retirement Savings In Father, Daughter-Led Scam: Feds
Mass Victim Loses $248K In Retirement Savings In Father, Daughter-Led Scam: Feds A Texas father and daughter used purchases of secondhand copiers from Connecticut businesses to move fraud money to India, federal prosecutors allege. Ketan Kamdar, 61, and his daughter, Jheel Kamdar, 30, both of Katy, Texas, were indicted in Bridgeport last month on two counts each of money laundering conspiracy, the US Attorney for the District of Connecticut said Wednesday, Oct. 21.  The charges connect Connecticut suppliers to an alleged scheme that turned fraud proceeds into payments for people in India. Prosecutors say the operation began around 2023. The Kamdars bought the copi…

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Here Comes The Bribe: Fall River Woman Sold Sham Marriages For Immigration Status, Feds Say Here Comes The Bribe: Fall River Woman Sold Sham Marriages For Immigration Status, Feds Say Here Comes The Bribe: Fall River Woman Sold Sham Marriages For Immigration Status, Feds Say
Here Comes The Bribe: Fall River Woman Sold Sham Marriages For Immigration Status, Feds Say A Fall River woman made millions arranging fake marriages for immigrants seeking legal status, federal prosecutors allege.  Jennifer Gonzalez, 43, ran the operation for more than a decade, charging $38,000 to $40,000 per marriage, the US Attorney for the District of Massachusetts announced Wednesday. Investigators say she earned more than $100,000 a year during the 10-year scheme. Five other people were also arrested and charged with taking part in the scam marriage scheme.  Erica Daniels, 29, of Fall River; Chreise Alejandro, 39, of Fall River; Amara Pugh, 31, of Fall River; Je…

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JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know
JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Airways is launching its first-ever child-free flights as part of a new adults-only vacation package. The airline is teaming up with Virgin Voyages to offer roundtrip flights exclusively for passengers ages 18 and older. The "Do Not Disturb" package can be purchased starting Wednesday, Oct. 21. The vacation will run from Thursday, March 4, through Monday, March 8, 2027. Chartered flights will take adult vacationers between John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. Travelers will fly without …

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Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How
Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How You could get a free meal at Denny's if something extremely rare happens during the 2026 World Series. Denny's will offer free Triple Play Combo Meals to rewards members nationwide if either team completes a triple play during the World Series. The restaurant chain announced the new promotion in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 21. A triple play happens when a team records three outs on a single defensive play. "America's Diner and America's pastime go back a long way together," CEO Chris Bode said. "The Triple Play Combo gives guests a full meal at a great price, and this …

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Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey
Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey More Americans are cutting back on groceries and heating their homes as they battle soaring energy prices. Consumer Reports released findings from a survey on Wednesday, Oct. 21, showing how rising electricity costs are forcing families to make difficult financial decisions. The report found that more than one-quarter (26%) of Americans have put their heat or cooling at "uncomfortable levels to save money" in the last two years. Nearly one in five (19%) said they have reduced their spending on groceries or switched to cheaper food options to pay their electric bills. Other ways fa…

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Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke
Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke Taco Bell won't be ditching Mountain Dew Baja Blast, even after sister chain KFC announced it was switching its beverages to Coca-Cola. PepsiCo announced on Thursday, Oct. 22, that it has renewed its partnership with Taco Bell for 11 more years. The move will keep popular drinks like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Starry at Taco Bell locations nationwide through 2036. The agreement comes exactly one week after KFC said it was ending its 40-year relationship with PepsiCo. The chicken giant will replace its Pepsi drinks with Coca-Cola products by the end of March 2027. Both Taco Bell and KFC …

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Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How
Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How BJ's Wholesale Club is bringing back a popular Thanksgiving promotion as American families continue battling inflation and higher grocery prices. The warehouse chain is offering free Butterball turkeys to members who spend $150 or more in a single transaction. BJ's announced the annual giveaway's return in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22. Members must spend at least $150 on an in-store or online transaction between Saturday, Oct. 31, and Monday, Nov. 9. Purchases can also be made through the BJ's mobile app. Qualifying members will get a digital coupon worth $25 toward a free…

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JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know
JetBlue Launches First-Ever Child-Free Flights: What To Know JetBlue Airways is launching its first-ever child-free flights as part of a new adults-only vacation package. The airline is teaming up with Virgin Voyages to offer roundtrip flights exclusively for passengers ages 18 and older. The "Do Not Disturb" package can be purchased starting Wednesday, Oct. 21. The vacation will run from Thursday, March 4, through Monday, March 8, 2027. Chartered flights will take adult vacationers between John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. Travelers will fly without …

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Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How
Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How You could get a free meal at Denny's if something extremely rare happens during the 2026 World Series. Denny's will offer free Triple Play Combo Meals to rewards members nationwide if either team completes a triple play during the World Series. The restaurant chain announced the new promotion in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 21. A triple play happens when a team records three outs on a single defensive play. "America's Diner and America's pastime go back a long way together," CEO Chris Bode said. "The Triple Play Combo gives guests a full meal at a great price, and this …

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Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey
Soaring Energy Bills Force Americans To Cut Back On Groceries, Heat: New Survey More Americans are cutting back on groceries and heating their homes as they battle soaring energy prices. Consumer Reports released findings from a survey on Wednesday, Oct. 21, showing how rising electricity costs are forcing families to make difficult financial decisions. The report found that more than one-quarter (26%) of Americans have put their heat or cooling at "uncomfortable levels to save money" in the last two years. Nearly one in five (19%) said they have reduced their spending on groceries or switched to cheaper food options to pay their electric bills. Other ways fa…

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Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke
Taco Bell Reveals Baja Blast, Pepsi's Future After KFC Switches To Coke Taco Bell won't be ditching Mountain Dew Baja Blast, even after sister chain KFC announced it was switching its beverages to Coca-Cola. PepsiCo announced on Thursday, Oct. 22, that it has renewed its partnership with Taco Bell for 11 more years. The move will keep popular drinks like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Starry at Taco Bell locations nationwide through 2036. The agreement comes exactly one week after KFC said it was ending its 40-year relationship with PepsiCo. The chicken giant will replace its Pepsi drinks with Coca-Cola products by the end of March 2027. Both Taco Bell and KFC …

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Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How
Get Free Turkeys At BJ's Before Thanksgiving Amid Soaring Prices: Here's How BJ's Wholesale Club is bringing back a popular Thanksgiving promotion as American families continue battling inflation and higher grocery prices. The warehouse chain is offering free Butterball turkeys to members who spend $150 or more in a single transaction. BJ's announced the annual giveaway's return in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22. Members must spend at least $150 on an in-store or online transaction between Saturday, Oct. 31, and Monday, Nov. 9. Purchases can also be made through the BJ's mobile app. Qualifying members will get a digital coupon worth $25 toward a free…

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Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien'
Tom Skerritt Dies: Emmy-Winning Actor Best Known For 'Top Gun,' 'Picket Fences,' 'Alien' Tom Skerritt, whose quiet authority anchored some of Hollywood’s most memorable movies and television dramas, is dead. The Emmy-winning actor died Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 93, his family said in a statement, noting that he died of natural causes. “While the world knew Tom through his remarkable acting career, we knew him for his humor, curiosity, wisdom, generosity, and the love he brought into our lives,” his family said in the statement. Skerritt’s career stretched across more than six decades, bringing him roles as military officers, fathers, and a small-town sheriff whose steady presence…

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Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns
Flu Season Watch: New Numbers Highlight Fall Concerns Flu season is showing early signs of momentum, giving Americans a reason to check their fall health plans. Influenza activity is increasing across many parts of the country, with the highest activity in western regions, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency’s latest report says activity remains low. Although higher than typically observed this early, it remains within expected seasonal variation. Clinical laboratories reported that five percent of specimens tested positive for flu, up from 3.9 percent the previous week. H1N1 accounted for 96.4 percent of …

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Ron Duguay Dies: Former NHL Star Known For Flair, Flowing Hair; Boyfriend Of Sarah Palin Ron Duguay Dies: Former NHL Star Known For Flair, Flowing Hair; Boyfriend Of Sarah Palin Ron Duguay Dies: Former NHL Star Known For Flair, Flowing Hair; Boyfriend Of Sarah Palin
Ron Duguay Dies: Former NHL Star Known For Flair, Flowing Hair; Boyfriend Of Sarah Palin Ron Duguay, whose flair made him one of the New York Rangers’ most recognizable players, has died. The former NHL forward died Thursday, Oct. 22, at 69 after being diagnosed with stage four colon cancer. His longtime partner, former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, shared a tribute announcing his death. "It’s with a shattered heart, but also deep peace knowing Ron is with Jesus now," Palin, the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee, wrote in her Instagram post. "He fought so hard. Love never ends." Duguay’s career carried him through four NHL organizations, but his connection with New York end…

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John Anderson Dies Suddenly: Country Music Loses A Signature Voice John Anderson Dies Suddenly: Country Music Loses A Signature Voice John Anderson Dies Suddenly: Country Music Loses A Signature Voice
John Anderson Dies Suddenly: Country Music Loses A Signature Voice Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson has died, leaving decades of hits and a deeply personal farewell from his family. Anderson died Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 71. His family announced his death in an Instagram statement. "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and best friend," the statement began. "To the world, he was a gifted country music singer whose voice and songs touched countless lives.  "To us, he was so much more. He was the heart of our family, the one who made us laugh, loved us fiercely, and made every o…

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Cause Of Death Released For Hollywood Legend Eva Marie Saint Cause Of Death Released For Hollywood Legend Eva Marie Saint Cause Of Death Released For Hollywood Legend Eva Marie Saint
Cause Of Death Released For Hollywood Legend Eva Marie Saint New details have emerged about the death of Eva Marie Saint, the Oscar-winning actress whose performances helped define Hollywood’s golden age. Saint, 102, died seconds after the onset of cardiopulmonary arrest, according to a death certificate obtained by People. Senile dementia contributed to her death, the outlet reported. The certificate also listed hypertension, hyperthyroidism, and embolism as significant contributing conditions. The Newark, New Jersey, native died Tuesday, Oct. 6, at her Los Angeles home, as Daily Voice previously reported. Earlier report -  Eva Marie Saint …

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