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7 days ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

7 days ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

1 week ago in National

The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

1 week ago in National

Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.

2 weeks ago in National

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell University suspended parties at fraternity houses until next year and is giving state police a role in investigating reports of sexual assault on campus in the school's latest response to outrage over its handling of a gang rape allegation.

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Lifestyle

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home

It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

RSV vs. flu: How to tell the difference

Doctronic reports that RSV and flu, both contagious respiratory infections, have overlapping but distinct symptoms.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume

Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.

Sports News

6 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Volleyball sweeps Hollins to stay unbeaten in the ODAC

Bridgewater Volleyball sweeps Hollins to stay unbeaten in the ODAC

6 hours ago in Sports

EMU Volleyball knocks off Randolph-Macon in five sets

EMU Volleyball knocks off Randolph-Macon in five sets

6 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Wednesday, 10/28

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Wednesday, 10/28

6 hours ago in Sports

BC Men’s Soccer falls to Shenandoah in regular season finale

The Bridgewater College men's soccer team closed the regular season with a 1-0 loss to Shenandoah Wednesday afternoon at the Bridgewater Soccer Complex.

7 hours ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Men’s Soccer drops road game at Hampden-Sydney, 3-1

Eastern Mennonite Men's Soccer falls at Hampden-Sydney, 3-1

7 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Women’s Soccer upsets No. 2 Washington and Lee, 1-0

Laura Narby scored in the sixth minute and Erinn Lockard made seven saves as the Bridgewater College women's soccer team knocked off No. 2 Washington and Lee, 1-0, in its regular-season finale at Watt Field.

7 hours ago in Sports

EMU Women’s Soccer ends season with loss to Roanoke

EMU Women's Soccer ends season with loss to Roanoke

7 hours ago in Sports

BC Field Hockey loses at home to Randolph-Macon, 1-0

The Bridgewater College field hockey team fell to Randolph-Macon, 1-0, in Old Dominion Athletic Conference play Wednesday evening at the Jopson Athletic Complex.

7 hours ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Field Hockey comes up short at Batten, 1-0

Eastern Mennonite Field Hockey comes up short at Batten, 1-0

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6 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Wednesday, 10/28

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Wednesday, 10/28

10 hours ago in Local, Weather

No change in the weather until next month

Sunshine, a few clouds and mild days and nights.

15 hours ago in Local

I-81 North to Route 33 to have ramp closures overnight November 2-3 in Harrisonburg

This closure will allow crews to perform shoulder widening work as part of the I-81 Widening Harrisonburg project.

18 hours ago in Local

American Frontier Culture Foundation revives Teacher Institute

The institute was created with the help of the Frontier Culture Museum’s Teacher Advisory Council.