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St. Patrick's Day

Duck Donuts Opens On Route 10 In Whippany Duck Donuts Opens On Route 10 In Whippany
Duck Donuts Opens On Route 10 In Whippany Duck Donuts has added another New Jersey location to its fleet. The popular doughnut shop held a grand opening Route 10 in Whippany Saturday, March 16. This year for St. Patrick's Day, Duck Donuts is offering a Duck Donuts Lucky Duck Assortment featuring limited-time magical charms cereal topping and green vanilla icing.  Available through Sunday, March 17, the Lucky Duck Assortment features magical combinations such as: Bacon Shamrock: green vanilla icing with chopped bacon Strawberry Magical Charms: strawberry icing with limited-time magical charms and marshmallow drizzle Luc…
Snow Showers Possible For Some As Winter Lingers Into Spring In Northeast Snow Showers Possible For Some As Winter Lingers Into Spring In Northeast
Snow Showers Possible For Some As Winter Lingers Into Spring In Northeast Winter is hanging on for dear life. The temperatures are only going to get colder as spring gets closer (Tuesday, March 19), bringing a chance of snow and snow squalls for some in the Northeast. "After a mild start to the weekend, temperatures will trend to a bit chillier than the historical average from Sunday to Wednesday of this week," an AccuWeather report reads.  "New York City will have multiple days with highs in the mid- to upper 40s, compared to a historical average near 50 degrees this week." St. Patrick's Day will have a high near 55 with a slight chance of showers in the …
Police To Increase Patrols, Sobriety Checks In NY For St. Patrick's Day Weekend: Hochul Police To Increase Patrols, Sobriety Checks In NY For St. Patrick's Day Weekend: Hochul
Police To Increase Patrols, Sobriety Checks In NY For St. Patrick's Day Weekend: Hochul Ahead of celebrations for St. Patrick's Day weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that authorities will be cracking down on drunk and drug-impaired driving. As part of the effort to catch those who choose to drive while impaired, New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols and sobriety checkpoints across the state beginning on Friday, March 15, and continuing into Sunday, March 17, Hochul announced. In addition, law enforcement agencies will also be targeting distracted drivers using cell phones, as well as checking retail establishments to mak…
Philly Meteorologist's 'Double Fisting' Joke About NJ Colleague Takes Over The Internet Philly Meteorologist's 'Double Fisting' Joke About NJ Colleague Takes Over The Internet
Philly Meteorologist's 'Double Fisting' Joke About NJ Colleague Takes Over The Internet A Philadelphia newscaster has the internet's attention after making a crass St. Patrick's Day joke about her New Jersey colleague on the air. ABC-6 Philadelphia meteorologist Karen Rogers held a remote on each hand while finishing her Friday, March 17 forecast, as she made the joke about colleague Jessica Boyington, a Sicklerville native. The Philly news is off to a hot start on St. Patrick's Day 🔥🍺pic.twitter.com/xWeKZfNl3J — Joe Kinsey (@JoeKinseyexp) March 17, 2023 "And to another woman who likes to be double-fisted — in a different way, I think," Rogers said. "She means beer!" Boy…
UPDATE: Crow's Nest Reopens After Minor Fire UPDATE: Crow's Nest Reopens After Minor Fire
Update: Crow's Nest Reopens After Minor Fire Hours after patrons celebrated St. Patrick's Day, a fire closed the Crow's Nest in Hackensack. And just like that, they reopened. "We are excited to share that we will be reopening today with normal business hours," the restaurant posted on social media on Sunday, March 19. "We worked tirelessly through the night so that we can be ready to serve our customers!" The noontime blaze on Saturday apparently broke out in an area on the roof above the kitchen and spread to an adjacent second-story office door at the popular restaurant just off Routes 17 and 80. Roofers apparently were working at…
Here's Where Philly Ranks Among The Most Irish Cities In America, According To One Study Here's Where Philly Ranks Among The Most Irish Cities In America, According To One Study
Here's Where Philly Ranks Among The Most Irish Cities In America, According To One Study Americans nationwide are embracing their Irish heritage in celebration of St. Patrick's Day, but some cities run a little greener than others.  How does Philadelphia stack up?  According to the LawnStarter.com blog, the City of Brotherly Love is one of the top ten most Irish cities in the United States in 2023.  More goes into the calculation than a simple demographic survey, LawnStarter explains. The blog selected America's Irish-est cities by considering "access to Irish pubs, dance schools, and social groups," among other "indicators" of Emerald Isle heritage.  By t…
American Gelato Master Scoops Funkiest Of Flavors At New Morristown Ice Cream Shop American Gelato Master Scoops Funkiest Of Flavors At New Morristown Ice Cream Shop
American Gelato Master Scoops Funkiest Of Flavors At New Morristown Ice Cream Shop Jameson Chocolate Whiskey gelato and Bailey’s Chip ice cream are how Mike Guerriero will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day at his newest ice cream shop. Guerriero, who once took first place at the Gelato Festival America, has expanded his iconic gelateria to Morristown. It’s official. Sign is up. I’m not crying you are. 😭 😭 GG Morristown is a go! Posted by Guerriero Gelato on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 Guerriero and his wife rebranded the ever-popular shop Gelotti in 2019. With Guerriero Gelato locations in Caldwell, Montclair, Pinebrook and West Orange, he opened a Morristown storefro…
Eastern Mass Pups Hope To Luck Out On St. Patrick's Day With Reduced Adoption Fees Eastern Mass Pups Hope To Luck Out On St. Patrick's Day With Reduced Adoption Fees
Eastern Mass Pups Hope To Luck Out On St. Patrick's Day With Reduced Adoption Fees Some St. Patrick's Day celebrants acknowledge the day by wearing green, some by enjoying Guinness and corned beef, and still others may celebrate by finding a new canine life companion through a St. Patrick's Day adoption event.  To help dogs who have specific needs, MSPCA-Angell and Northeast Animal Shelter are reducing adoption fees for certain dogs to $100, which will save adopters hundreds of dollars on initial adoption costs.  Kylo is a one-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix at NEAS who is available for adoption in the Lucky Dog Adoptathon.MSPCA-Angell The pups seeking the luck of the I…
Authentic Irish Pubs To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In New Jersey Authentic Irish Pubs To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In New Jersey
Authentic Irish Pubs To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In New Jersey Fix yourself a pint of Guinness and get to jiggin' — St. Patrick's Day celebrations have only just begun. New Jersey has plenty of pubs to celebrate, complete with all the shepherd's pie you can eat, the beer you can drink and years of tradition. Here are the most popular and authentic New Jersey pubs to celebrate St. Paddy's Day: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dooney's Pub (@dooneyspub) Dooney's Pub & Restaurant, Delran and Voorhees: Open since Summer 2011, the owners of this Irish themed bar and restaurant have more than…
Nor'easter: Gusty Winds Remain Following 'Unique' Storm With Wide-Ranging Snowfall Totals Nor'easter: Gusty Winds Remain Following 'Unique' Storm With Wide-Ranging Snowfall Totals
Nor'easter: Gusty Winds Remain Following 'Unique' Storm With Wide-Ranging Snowfall Totals The rain and snow from a potent late-winter Nor'easter have tapered off, but gusty winds remain with additional power outages possible on Wednesday, March 15.  Expect occasional gusts up to 40 mph through Wednesday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. High temperatures will range from the upper 30s to mid-40s, though the wind will make it feel about 10 degrees colder. Mostly cloudy skies Wednesday will gradually give way to sunshine. As for precipitation totals from the system, it was one of the most unique storms in a while. In many cases, inland areas wit…
St Patrick's Day In Boston: Festivities To Book Before Your Luck Runs Out St Patrick's Day In Boston: Festivities To Book Before Your Luck Runs Out
St Patrick's Day In Boston: Festivities To Book Before Your Luck Runs Out Boston has been named the best city in the United States to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in 2023, according to Wallet Hub, and it's easy to see why! With a rich Irish history, Boston is well-equipped to handle any St. Patrick's Day event from bar crawls and dance parties to brunches and comedy shows.   As thousands plan on flooding the city streets dressed in green, here are some events you could book before your luck runs out: Take part in one of many St. Patrick's Day bar and pub crawls including "Luck of the Irish" Faneuil Hall Pub Crawl or Fenway Boston Leprechaun Alley Bar Crawl, both…
'Borgs' At Early St Paddy's Day Party At UMass Amherst Send 28 To Hospital 'Borgs' At Early St Paddy's Day Party At UMass Amherst Send 28 To Hospital
'Borgs' At Early St Paddy's Day Party At UMass Amherst Send 28 To Hospital More than two dozen students were hospitalized following early St. Patrick's Day celebrations at a university in Western Massachusetts that featured a dangerous drinking trend that is sweeping the nation.  University of Massachusetts Amherst said Amherst Fire handled 28 transports for alcohol intoxication during off-campus gatherings on Saturday, March 4, the school said in a statement.  Authorities said many students were carrying plastic gallon containers, believed to be "borgs." Borg stands for "black out rage gallons," and contain a mix of alcohol, electrolytes and water.  The purpose…
Slàinte! These Hartford County Irish Pubs Are Among The Best In Connecticut Slàinte! These Hartford County Irish Pubs Are Among The Best In Connecticut
Slàinte! These Hartford County Irish Pubs Are Among The Best In Connecticut With St. Patrick's Day nearly around the corner, you and your beer buddies may be looking for the best pub in Connecticut to celebrate the holiday.  So, here are some of the best Irish pubs in the state based on Google reviews. O'Neill's Irish Pub & Restaurant, Norwalk Located in "the heart of South Norwalk," guests flock to O'Neill's for food, drink, and "the best local Irish musicians," the pub's website says. "The atmosphere is right on, and every employee was friendly and helpful," one Yelp reviewer said. "We won't hesitate to come back when in the area!" The Harp and Hound Pub, …
Don't Be A Grinch: Police In Putnam County Warn Against Drunk Driving During Holidays Don't Be A Grinch: Police In Putnam County Warn Against Drunk Driving During Holidays
Don't Be A Grinch: Police In Putnam County Warn Against Drunk Driving During Holidays Police in the Hudson Valley will be watching out to see who is naughty or nice as the holidays approach, as they have announced extra efforts to bring awareness to drunk driving during the festive season.  To do this, police in Putnam County will team up with STOP-DWI Coordinators to participate in special efforts to bring awareness to the dangers of driving while under the influence during the holiday season, according to Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville. The efforts are part of New York's statewide STOP-DWI Holiday Season High Visibility Campaign, which starts on Wed…
Stick To Turkey: Police In Putnam County Warn Against Drunk Driving During Thanksgiving Season Stick To Turkey: Police In Putnam County Warn Against Drunk Driving During Thanksgiving Season
Stick To Turkey: Police In Putnam County Warn Against Drunk Driving During Thanksgiving Season As the Thanksgiving holiday fast approaches, more vehicles will be on the road as people race to see their families, increasing the likelihood of drunk driving, police say.  That's why police in Putnam County are teaming up with STOP-DWI Coordinators to participate in special efforts to bring awareness to the dangers of driving while under the influence during the holiday season, according to Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville.  The efforts will be part of New York's statewide STOP-DWI Thanksgiving High Visibility Engagement Campaign, which starts on Wednes…
Damp, Dreary St. Patrick's Day Will Be Followed By Larger Storm System Damp, Dreary St. Patrick's Day Will Be Followed By Larger Storm System
Damp, Dreary St. Patrick's Day Will Be Followed By Larger Storm System A damp and dreary St. Patrick's Day will be followed by a larger storm system as the weekend arrives. Thursday, March 17 has stated out with dense fog that will linger for several hours. "Motorists can expect sudden changes in visibility in foggy areas," the National Weather Service said in a statement issued early Thursday morning. "Use low beam highlights and increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you." It will be cloudy throughout the day with rain becoming likely after noon and continuing at times through the middle of the evening Thursday. The high te…
State Police Start St. Patrick's Day Impaired Driving Crackdown State Police Start St. Patrick's Day Impaired Driving Crackdown
State Police Start St. Patrick's Day Impaired Driving Crackdown New York State Police are beefing up patrols and sobriety checkpoints to help curtail impaired driving during the St. Patrick's Day celebration.  There will be an increased state police presence on New York roadways beginning on Wednesday, March 16 with the special traffic enforcement detail running through Sunday, March 20. Police said that drivers can also expect to encounter additional DWI patrols and sobriety checkpoints during the enforcement period. State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers who are using handheld electronic devices and will conduct underage drinkin…
Updated Snow Projections For Saturday's Storm Updated Snow Projections For Saturday's Storm
Updated Snow Projections For Saturday's Storm Snow was coming down by noon all across the Northeast Saturday morning, postponing St. Patrick's Day parades and making for messy travel conditions. While only about an inch or two had fallen in the suburbs of New York City and Washington DC, the worst of the storm was yet to come for some areas. Here's how much snow is expected to have accumulated across PA and NJ area by 7 p.m. Saturday, March 12, according to the National Weather Service: Poconos, PA: 6 to 8 inches Sussex County, NJ and the Lehigh Valley: 4 to 6 inches North-central Jersey and Philly suburbs: 2 to 4 inches Jersey Shor…
Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Postponed Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Postponed
Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Postponed The Morris County St. Patrick’s Day parade originally scheduled for this Saturday has been postponed, officials said. The celebration has been moved to its rain date of Saturday, March 19, according to a Friday morning post on the parade’s official Facebook page. “We’ve waited this long, what’s another week?” reads the post. “The weather is not cooperating with us to enjoy the first parade since 2019.” St. Patrick’s Day events will start at the same time next week, officials said. “We look forward to stepping off next week led by Grand Marshal Mary Waller and look forward to seeing ever…
Popular New Hudson Valley Restaurant Announces Temporary Closure Popular New Hudson Valley Restaurant Announces Temporary Closure
Popular New Hudson Valley Restaurant Announces Temporary Closure A restaurant in the area known for its fantastic views of both a golf course and the mountains has temporarily closed. The popular Ulster County eatery, Maggie Mae's, located in New Paltz, announced on Facebook on Monday, Jan. 10 that it has closed for the season. Although the owners did not give a reason for the closure, they did say they plan to reopen on Friday, March 11 in time for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The owners thanked patrons for their support during the restaurant's first year and promised to return. The restaurant is known for its expansive views of a golf course and t…
TRIBUTE: Renowned Bergen County Irish Dance School Founder Susan Daly Stanek Dies TRIBUTE: Renowned Bergen County Irish Dance School Founder Susan Daly Stanek Dies
Tribute: Renowned Bergen County Irish Dance School Founder Susan Daly Stanek Dies Susan Daly Stanek, the founder of a popular Bergen County Irish dancing school, died on April 27 surrounded by her family, her obituary says. Services were held April 30 Born in Dublin, Stanek began dancing when she was three years old and traveled the world in a touring group, her bio on the JIG Factory website says. Of the countless condolences that poured in, many noted that Stanek went out of her way to make children feel special, cared for and included.  Posted by Susan Daly Stanek on Thursday, January 7, 2021 Stanek moved to the U.S. in 1986 and, while living in Manhattan, continu…
St. Patrick's Day Crackdown In Area Results In 21 Arrests St. Patrick's Day Crackdown In Area Results In 21 Arrests
St. Patrick's Day Crackdown In Area Results In 21 Arrests A total of 21 people were busted for alleged drunk driving or driving while impaired during a St. Patrick’s Holiday DWI crackdown in the area. It ran from Tuesday, March 16 to Sunday, March 21, in Dutchess County. “With enforcement efforts being ramped up throughout the St. Patrick’s Day Community Engagement Campaign, the message is clear: these preventable behaviors and choices which are serious safety threats on our roadways remain a targeted priority in Dutchess County," said Dutchess County STOP-DWI Coordinator William C. Johnson. Those arrested were: Roberto Vale…
New Storm Headed To Region Should Bring Winter Season's Final Round Of Snow New Storm Headed To Region Should Bring Winter Season's Final Round Of Snow
New Storm Headed To Region Should Bring Winter Season's Final Round Of Snow The final snowfall of what has been an active winter season of 2020-21 is expected just before the first day of spring. The weather pattern up until then will be gray and dreary, but a bit milder temperature-wise on both St. Patrick's Day, Wednesday, March 17, and Thursday, March 18. Wednesday's high will climb into the mid to upper 40s with cloudy skies throughout the morning followed by some sun at times in the afternoon. Showers and rain will arrive after noontime Thursday, which will be cloudy with a high temperature around 50 degrees. Rain could be heavy at times late in the afte…
COVID-19: Stay Away On St. Patrick's Day, CDC Says COVID-19: Stay Away On St. Patrick's Day, CDC Says
Covid-19: Stay Away On St. Patrick's Day, CDC Says Irish eyes will still be smiling on St. Patrick’s Day this year, but doing so socially distanced or virtually if the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has its way. Though the number of COVID-19 cases is dropping as more vaccines are distributed across the country, the CDC is advising that anyone planning to celebrate the holiday on Wednesday should do so at home to stay safe and protect others. Due to the pandemic, most St. Patrick’s Day parades and other traditional celebrations have been called off as the U.S. inches closer to the COVID-19. To still enjoy a festive St. Patrick’s…
Snow, Rain Headed To Region With Potential For New Winter Storm Later In Week Snow, Rain Headed To Region With Potential For New Winter Storm Later In Week
Snow, Rain Headed To Region With Potential For New Winter Storm Later In Week We're just five days away from the start of spring on Saturday, March 20, but what turned out to be an extremely active winter season has at least one last blast in store, and possibly, two. Tuesday, March 16 will be partly sunny during the day with a high temperature in the upper 30s and wind-chill temps between 10 and 20 degrees. Clouds will increase in the afternoon as a storm system arrives around nightfall bringing light snow and snow showers, followed by a chance for a mix of rain and snow early St. Patrick's Day morning, Wednesday, March 17. Untreated surfaces will be slippery, but …
'Drastic Change' In Weather Pattern Arrives As Active Winter Season Starts Final Week 'Drastic Change' In Weather Pattern Arrives As Active Winter Season Starts Final Week
'Drastic Change' In Weather Pattern Arrives As Active Winter Season Starts Final Week The start of spring is just a week away but the active winter season of 2020-21 doesn't appear to want to go out quietly. A nearly two-week-long stretch featuring plenty of sunshine, with unseasonably warm temperatures the last few days, will be followed by a return of cold air, as well as a mix of precipitation, including the chance for some snow. "Those who were enjoying the warmth this week in the Northeast will be in for a drastic change," according to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Paul Walker. Saturday, March 13 will be sunny and colder with a high temperature in the mid 40s with w…
Will COVID-19 Stop Amherst's Infamous Blarney Blowout This Year? Will COVID-19 Stop Amherst's Infamous Blarney Blowout This Year?
Will Covid-19 Stop Amherst's Infamous Blarney Blowout This Year? Can COVID-19 stop the annual Blarney Blowout in Amherst? The University of Massachusetts and Amherst police are working on a plan just in case it doesn’t. The Blarney Blowout is a UMass tradition. It’s a multi-day bacchanal that takes place the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day. The Blowout is infamous for chaos. Typically, the event involves huge house parties and late nights in the town’s pubs and restaurants. Thousands of young adults from UMass as well as many out-of-towners attend the festivities. The university is operating at an elevated level of pandemic precaution due to an earl…
Popular Morristown Pub Temporarily Shutters Popular Morristown Pub Temporarily Shutters
Popular Morristown Pub Temporarily Shutters A popular pub in Morristown has temporarily shuttered due to the frigid outdoor dining temperatures and the ongoing indoor capacity limits. Dublin Pub on Pine Street will close its doors “for the time being” on Wednesday, according to a post on the eatery’s Facebook page. “We feel this is the best decision,” the post says. The closure is short-term, since the pub plans to reopen ahead of St. Patrick’s Day for a “week long” celebration. “A special thank you to our loyal customers,” concludes the post. “Be well. Stay safe. We will see you in March!”
COVID-19: Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade Canceled - Again COVID-19: Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade Canceled - Again
Covid-19: Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade Canceled - Again The Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Road Race have been canceled by COVID-19. The decision to cancel the events was made in a vote by the Parade Committee on Sunday, Jan. 3. This is the second year in a row that COVID-19 has canceled the parade. One of the largest parades in the United States, the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade attracts hundreds of thousands of people to watch the sometimes 3-hour spectacle. The parade is typically held the first Sunday after St. Patrick’s Day and the road race is held the day prior. “This was not an easy decision to make,” Marc Joyce, this year’s …
Sussex Police Corporal Who Admitted To Shoving Woman At Bar Will Keep Job, Avoid Probation Sussex Police Corporal Who Admitted To Shoving Woman At Bar Will Keep Job, Avoid Probation
Sussex Police Corporal Who Admitted To Shoving Woman At Bar Will Keep Job, Avoid Probation A police corporal in Sussex County will keep his job and avoid probation after admitting to harassing a woman and shoving her to the floor at a local bar, reports say. Sparta police Cpl. Craig Grauerholz Jr., 43, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of a petty disorderly persons offense during a virtual Wantage municipal court hearing Wednesday, Daily Record reports. Grauerholz was off-duty when he  shoved the woman — an acquaintance — after the two became involved in an argument on St. Patrick’s Day at the township’s VFW hall, breaking her hand, reports said. Grauerholz, a 15-yea…
Statewide, Near Week-Long St. Patrick's Day DWI Crackdown Starts Statewide, Near Week-Long St. Patrick's Day DWI Crackdown Starts
Statewide, Near Week-Long St. Patrick's Day DWI Crackdown Starts The New York State Police are increasing patrols to combat drunk, impaired and reckless driving as St. Patrick’s Day celebrations get underway this weekend.  The special traffic enforcement begins on Friday, March 13, and runs through Wednesday, March 18. Drivers can expect to encounter additional DWI patrols and a number of sobriety checkpoints during the enforcement period.  State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers who are using handheld electronic devices and will also conduct underage drinking and unlawful sales to minors details during the campaign. During la…