UConn's Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision UConn's Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision UConn's Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision
UConn's Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision From the Catholic school circuit in New Jersey to the top of the college basketball world, Dan Hurley is sharing his story and lessons learned through fiery passion. The UConn men's basketball head coach announced he'll release a new book called "Never Stop: Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great". New York Times bestselling sports author Ian O'Connor is co-authoring the book with Hurley. The book, which will be released on Tuesday, Sept. 16, dives into Hurley's journey from battling mental health struggles to becoming one of his sport's most dominant coaches. …
Jennifer Aniston Joins Hershey's SkinnyPop In Major Brand Refresh Jennifer Aniston Joins Hershey's SkinnyPop In Major Brand Refresh Jennifer Aniston Joins Hershey's SkinnyPop In Major Brand Refresh
Jennifer Aniston Joins Hershey's SkinnyPop In Major Brand Refresh Hollywood icon Jennifer Aniston is the new face of Hershey’s SkinnyPop, the snack company announced at the 2025 CAGNY conference in Florida. The former Friends star will soon appear in advertising for the popular popcorn brand, marking a major celebrity-backed refresh for the product. Hershey acquired SkinnyPop in 2018, adding it to its growing salty snacks portfolio, which also includes Dot’s Pretzels, Pirate’s Booty, and Reese’s Filled Pretzels. The brand—known for its whole grain, kosher, non-GMO, and gluten-free ingredients—has remained a consumer favorite since its founding in 2010. Th…
Southwest Airlines Laying Off 15% Of Workforce In 'Unprecedented' Corporate Overhaul Southwest Airlines Laying Off 15% Of Workforce In 'Unprecedented' Corporate Overhaul Southwest Airlines Laying Off 15% Of Workforce In 'Unprecedented' Corporate Overhaul
Southwest Airlines Laying Off 15% Of Workforce In 'Unprecedented' Corporate Overhaul Southwest Airlines is cutting 1,750 jobs as part of a restructuring plan to streamline operations and reduce corporate costs. Southwest announced the layoffs for about 15 percent of the airline's corporate workforce in a news release on Monday, Feb. 17. The job cuts, which will be finalized by mid-2025, primarily affect corporate leadership and support roles. Eleven senior leadership positions, including vice presidents and directors, are also being eliminated. "This decision is unprecedented in our 53-year history, and change requires that we make difficult decisions," said…
Trailblazing Leader, First African-American Elected Official In Yorktown Dies Trailblazing Leader, First African-American Elected Official In Yorktown Dies Trailblazing Leader, First African-American Elected Official In Yorktown Dies
Trailblazing Leader, First African-American Elected Official In Yorktown Dies A town in Westchester is mourning the loss of Alice Roker, a trailblazing leader and its first African-American elected official who died on Monday, Feb. 10, surrounded by her family. Roker's death was announced on Tuesday, Feb. 11 by Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman, who said she was the first African-American and first woman to serve in elected office in town.  "Her death is a loss for the community she loved and enthusiastically supported," Lachterman said. Roker was a long-time member of the Town Board and former Town Clerk. Her more than 30 years of public service left…
School Superintendent Charged With DUI In Southington Will Keep His Job: Board School Superintendent Charged With DUI In Southington Will Keep His Job: Board School Superintendent Charged With DUI In Southington Will Keep His Job: Board
School Superintendent Charged With DUI In Southington Will Keep His Job: Board A Connecticut school leader who is accused of crashing his car while driving intoxicated last month will not be fired, the school district announced this week.  Superintendent of Pomperaug Regional School District 15 Joshua Smith, 52, was charged with operating under the influence and failure to maintain his lane in the Jan. 18 crash, Southington police said this week.  Smith crashed his 2015 Lexus on Mulberry Street in Southington around 1 a.m. when he slammed into a utility pole and another vehicle in a driveway, authorities said. Eversource had to repair the pole, whi…
Watch Teaneck Rabbi Deliver Benediction At President Trump's Inauguration Watch Teaneck Rabbi Deliver Benediction At President Trump's Inauguration Watch Teaneck Rabbi Deliver Benediction At President Trump's Inauguration
Watch Teaneck Rabbi Deliver Benediction At President Trump's Inauguration Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, president of Yeshiva University and a resident of Teaneck, delivered the benediction at Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration on Monday, Jan. 20.  Representing Yeshiva University and the Jewish community, Berman offered a prayer for unity, leadership, and faith during a time of national division. In a reflection shared on Yeshiva University's website, Rabbi Berman wrote, “I was deeply honored and humbled to lead our nation in prayer today representing Yeshiva University, the Jewish people, and all those who find meaning in faith.” Berman shared his reflections…
Hershey CEO Michele Buck To Retire After 20 Years With The Company Hershey CEO Michele Buck To Retire After 20 Years With The Company Hershey CEO Michele Buck To Retire After 20 Years With The Company
Hershey CEO Michele Buck To Retire After 20 Years With The Company Michele Buck, CEO and Chairman of the Board of The Hershey Company, has announced her plans to retire after more than two decades with the iconic candy maker, the company said on Friday, Jan. 10. Buck, who has led Hershey as CEO for the past eight years, will step down on June 30, 2026. She intends to continue in her current role until a successor is chosen, after which she will transition to a senior advisor position before officially retiring. The Hershey Board of Directors has initiated a search for her replacement, considering both internal and external candidates with the assistance …
Trump Names PA GOP National Committeewoman Christine Toretti US Ambassador To Sweden Trump Names PA GOP National Committeewoman Christine Toretti US Ambassador To Sweden Trump Names PA GOP National Committeewoman Christine Toretti US Ambassador To Sweden
Trump Names PA GOP National Committeewoman Christine Toretti US Ambassador To Sweden Christine Jack Toretti, Pennsylvania’s Republican National Committeewoman and a trailblazing business leader, has been named the next United States Ambassador to Sweden, former President Donald Trump announced on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. Toretti has served as Pennsylvania’s National Committeewoman to the Republican National Committee since 1997, playing a key role in shaping GOP strategies, fundraising efforts, and promoting women’s leadership. She is the founder of the Anne B. Anstine and Dodie Londen Excellence in Public Service Series, programs designed to train and empower Republican wome…
These Westchester Students Among Top 300 Scholars In Regeneron Competition These Westchester Students Among Top 300 Scholars In Regeneron Competition These Westchester Students Among Top 300 Scholars In Regeneron Competition
These Westchester Students Among Top 300 Scholars In Regeneron Competition More than a dozen Westchester high school students are among the top 300 scholars in the prestigious 2025 Regeneron Science Talent Search thanks to their hard work and original research.  In an announcement on Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Society for Science revealed the full list of the top 300 scholars in the 2025 Regeneron STS.  According to the organization, each scholar will receive $2,000 and were chosen based on their "outstanding research, leadership skills, community involvement, commitment to academics, creativity in asking scientific questions and exceptional promise as STEM …
These Two Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Will Be Retired In 2025: How You Can Buy Them These Two Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Will Be Retired In 2025: How You Can Buy Them These Two Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Will Be Retired In 2025: How You Can Buy Them
These Two Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Will Be Retired In 2025: How You Can Buy Them If you love Girl Scout Cookies, 2025 is the last year you can buy two special flavors. The Girl Scouts of the USA said that it will retire its S’mores and Toast-Yay! cookies after this season. The organization made the announcement in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 7 as it kicks off the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie season. S'mores cookies were introduced in 2017 and are made by Little Brownie Bakers. Just like the campfire classic, the Girl Scout version has a chocolate and marshmallow filling in between two graham sandwich cookies. The Toast-Yay! flavor was introduced in 2021 an…
Holmdel Lacrosse Star, Chestnut Hill College Alum Billy DiMaio Killed In New Orleans  Attack Holmdel Lacrosse Star, Chestnut Hill College Alum Billy DiMaio Killed In New Orleans  Attack Holmdel Lacrosse Star, Chestnut Hill College Alum Billy DiMaio Killed In New Orleans  Attack
Holmdel Lacrosse Star, Chestnut Hill College Alum Billy DiMaio Killed In New Orleans Attack Chestnut Hill College and Holmdel High School are mourning the loss of alumnus Billy DiMaio ’22, a standout lacrosse captain and respected community leader, who was among the victims killed in the New Orleans terror attack on Wednesday, Jan. 1. DiMaio, 24, of Holmdel, graduated from Chestnut Hill College in 2022, where he excelled in both academics and athletics. As captain of the college’s lacrosse team in his senior year, he was known for his leadership, determination, and positive influence on teammates and peers. Posted by Billy Dimaio on Monday, July 31, 2023 "We are devastat…
Commissioner Josh Parsons Announces PA Senate Campaign With Congressman Smucker Endorsement Commissioner Josh Parsons Announces PA Senate Campaign With Congressman Smucker Endorsement Commissioner Josh Parsons Announces PA Senate Campaign With Congressman Smucker Endorsement
Commissioner Josh Parsons Announces PA Senate Campaign With Congressman Smucker Endorsement Lancaster County Commissioner Josh Parsons has officially announced his candidacy for State Senate in Pennsylvania’s 36th Senatorial District, receiving a key endorsement from Congressman Lloyd K. Smucker, according to a press release on Thursday, Dec. 26. Parsons, who has served as a County Commissioner since 2016, has built a reputation as a results-driven conservative leader focused on fiscal responsibility, public safety, and preserving Lancaster County’s values. His tenure has included efforts to combat the opioid epidemic, support law enforcement, and manage county budgets without tax …