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7-Eleven Launches Slurpee Happy Hour Deal As Competition Heats Up 7-Eleven Launches Slurpee Happy Hour Deal As Competition Heats Up
7-Eleven Launches Slurpee Happy Hour Deal As Competition Heats Up 7-Eleven is leaning into one of its most popular drinks as it works through a broad overhaul of its locations nationwide. The convenience store company has launched a limited-time Slurpee Drink Happy Hour, offering large Slurpee drinks to rewards members for $1 every Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. The deal is available at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations through Tuesday, Aug. 25. The promotion comes as 7-Eleven counts down to Slurpee Day, which falls on Saturday, July 11. "Slurpee Day is a can't-miss tradition for our customers, and the countdown is…
7-Eleven Closing Hundreds Of Stores In Major Shakeup As Convenience Chains Lean Into Food 7-Eleven Closing Hundreds Of Stores In Major Shakeup As Convenience Chains Lean Into Food
7-Eleven Closing Hundreds Of Stores In Major Shakeup As Convenience Chains Lean Into Food 7-Eleven is closing nearly 650 convenience stores across the US as the chain tries to adapt to competitors like Sheetz and Wawa. Japanese parent company Seven & i Holdings revealed the 645 closures in a quarterly earnings report on Thursday, April 9. Some stores will be converted into fuel-only locations, focusing on gasoline rather than food, drinks, and other convenience-store staples. The move targets underperforming locations and continues a broader trend for 7-Eleven, which has been shutting down more stores than it has opened in recent years. A total of 847 7-Eleven…
Virginia Police Hunt DC Man Wanted On 28 Warrants In Credit Card Thefts, Cops Say Virginia Police Hunt DC Man Wanted On 28 Warrants In Credit Card Thefts, Cops Say
Virginia Police Hunt DC Man Wanted On 28 Warrants In Credit Card Thefts, Cops Say Detectives in Northern Virginia are on the hunt for a DC man wanted on 28 warrants after a string of credit card thefts at local convenience stores, police said. James Shelton, 55, is accused of sneaking into employee breakrooms, stealing wallets, and quickly racking up charges on the stolen cards, according to the Fairfax County Police Department. The latest theft happened around 6 p.m. on Sept. 15 at a store in the 5600 block of Pickwick Road in Centreville, investigators said.  While an employee was working up front, her personal belongings — including credit cards — were taken fro…
Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets To $1.8B — Second Biggest In US History: How To Get Your Tickets Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets To $1.8B — Second Biggest In US History: How To Get Your Tickets
Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets To $1.8B — Second Biggest In US History: How To Get Your Tickets Got your tickets?  Saturday night’s Powerball drawing is now worth an eye-popping $1.8 billion, the second-largest lottery jackpot in US history after no winners claimed a $1.7 billion prize in Wednesday's drawing. The jackpot comes with a potential cash option of $826.4 million. “Excitement is building as players look forward to tomorrow night’s drawing for this historic jackpot,” Matt Strawn, Powerball Product Group Chair and Iowa Lottery CEO stated. “We encourage everyone to play responsibly and take pride in knowing that every $2 ticket also helps support good causes in their comm…
$1K Week For Life! Elizabeth Lotto Player Wins Lifetime Prize $1K Week For Life! Elizabeth Lotto Player Wins Lifetime Prize
$1K Week For Life! Elizabeth Lotto Player Wins Lifetime Prize It was a terrific Tuesday for a lottery player in Elizabeth. A ticket sold at an Elizabeth convenience store matched five numbers in the drawing held on Tuesday, Aug. 19, winning $1,000 a week for life from Cash4Life. The ticket was purchased at Varsha Convenience Store at 900 Grove St. in Elizabeth.  The winning numbers were 04, 06, 08, 33 and 35. The Cash Ball was 02.
Repeat Armed Robber Could Die In Prison Following Monticello Convenience Store Holdup Repeat Armed Robber Could Die In Prison Following Monticello Convenience Store Holdup
Repeat Armed Robber Could Die In Prison Following Monticello Convenience Store Holdup A repeat armed robber could spend the rest of his life behind bars following his latest holdup in the Hudson Valley. Bryan Robinson, 38, of Monticello, was sentenced to 22 years to life in prison as a persistent violent felony offender in Sullivan County Court on Thursday, Aug. 7. It came after a jury convicted him of first-degree robbery and related charges for holding up a Monticello convenience store at knifepoint. Robinson entered the Citgo Gas Station on State Route 42 on Sept. 17, 2023, wearing a face covering and armed with a knife. He went behind the counter, threatened to kill th…
‘I Ain’t Paying’: Man Pulls Box Cutter On Spring Valley Store Clerk, Fights Police, Cops Say ‘I Ain’t Paying’: Man Pulls Box Cutter On Spring Valley Store Clerk, Fights Police, Cops Say
‘I Ain’t Paying’: Man Pulls Box Cutter On Spring Valley Store Clerk, Fights Police, Cops Say A 32-year-old man is facing a string of charges after allegedly robbing a Rockland County convenience store with a box cutter and leading police on a brief foot chase, authorities said. The incident happened around 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 12, at the Open Every Day store located at 29 South Main St. in Spring Valley, according to the Spring Valley Police Department. Police say the suspect, later identified as Edwin L. Pickering, age 32, of Haverstraw, walked into the store and stole a Four Loko alcoholic beverage without paying. When confronted by the cashier outside, Pickering allegedly pu…
Group Beat Maryland Man, Hurled Slurs In Walkersville Hate Crime: State Police Group Beat Maryland Man, Hurled Slurs In Walkersville Hate Crime: State Police
Group Beat Maryland Man, Hurled Slurs In Walkersville Hate Crime: State Police A Maryland man was assaulted and targeted with slurs in a late-night hate crime outside a Walkersville convenience store, authorities say. Troopers from the Maryland State Police Frederick Barrack are asking for the public’s help identifying four suspects wanted in connection with a reported hate crime assault that happened just before 2 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, in Walkersville, police said. According to investigators, the 25-year-old victim told troopers he was in the parking lot of a convenience store on the 8400 block of Woodsboro Pike when four unknown men attacked him and made derogat…
Elizabeth Man Who Committed Multiple Armed Robberies Learns Fate: Feds Elizabeth Man Who Committed Multiple Armed Robberies Learns Fate: Feds
Elizabeth Man Who Committed Multiple Armed Robberies Learns Fate: Feds An Elizabeth man was recently sentenced to 15 years in prison for committing three armed robberies in New Jersey, authorities said. Dayshawn Brimfield previously pleaded guilty to multiple robbery offenses and a weapons charge, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba said. On Friday, April 2, 2021, Brimfield robbed a bank in Hazlet after he handed the teller a note that read, “This is a Robbery I have a Gun I will Kill Someone if you do not follow these instructions,” Habba said. Two weeks later, Brimfield stole a car in Elizabeth, which he used as the getaway car for his later robberies, including one…
Woman Escapes Abduction, Assault Attempt In Fairfax County; Suspect Arrested: Police Woman Escapes Abduction, Assault Attempt In Fairfax County; Suspect Arrested: Police
Woman Escapes Abduction, Assault Attempt In Fairfax County; Suspect Arrested: Police A Falls Church man is behind bars after allegedly abducting a woman and attempting to sexually assault her in Seven Corners. El Moctar Mohamed M’Bareck, 35, was arrested early on Wednesday, April 16, hours after officers were flagged down by a woman in the 6100 block of Arlington Boulevard just after 12:30 a.m., Fairfax County Police said. The victim told police she had been walking nearby when M’Bareck approached her from behind and forced her into a vehicle, according to investigators. While inside, M’Bareck allegedly attempted to sexually assault her, police said. The victim managed to …
Winning $3.3M 'Multi-Match' Ticket Sold At Parkville Convenience Store Winning $3.3M 'Multi-Match' Ticket Sold At Parkville Convenience Store
Winning $3.3M 'Multi-Match' Ticket Sold At Parkville Convenience Store The first jackpot-winning Multi-Match ticket of 2025 has been sold at a Maryland convenience store, and it was a big one. A winning ticket worth $3.3 million for Monday's drawing was sold in Baltimore County at J Convenience located at 8765 Satyr Hill Road in Parkville, according to officials. The winning numbers for the drawing on Feb. 24 were 03-06-16-22-26-33. It comes with an the option of an annual annuity paid in 25 installments or an estimated $1.92 million cash option. There were eight Multi-Match jackpots won in 2024. Lottery officials say that winners should sign the …
Wawa To Open New Location In Hanover Amid Central PA Expansion Push Wawa To Open New Location In Hanover Amid Central PA Expansion Push
Wawa To Open New Location In Hanover Amid Central PA Expansion Push Wawa is opening its first store in Hanover with a grand celebration featuring free coffee, giveaways, and a hoagie-building contest. The new convenience store at 1007 Baltimore Street will hold a grand opening on Thursday, February 27. Festivities will begin at 7:45 a.m. before the store officially opens at 8 a.m. and the first 100 customers will receive free t-shirts. Customers can enjoy free samples of Wawa's limited-time French Toast, Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sizzli, along with free any-size hot coffee all day. The coffee promotion will continue through Sunday, Mar. 9. Wawa representat…
$50K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Huntington Convenience Store $50K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Huntington Convenience Store
$50K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Huntington Convenience Store Someone’s in for a massive payday. A winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold at a Long Island convenience store, New York Lottery announced. The third prize-winning ticket, for the drawing held Monday, Feb. 17, was purchased in Huntington, at the Link Park store located at 764 Park Avenue. Monday’s winning numbers are 4-44-47-52-57 and the Powerball is 9. Players can check their ticket status on the New York Lottery website.
Knife-Wielding Turkey Hill Robbery Suspect Wanted In Lancaster, Reward Offered Knife-Wielding Turkey Hill Robbery Suspect Wanted In Lancaster, Reward Offered
Knife-Wielding Turkey Hill Robbery Suspect Wanted In Lancaster, Reward Offered A man wielding a knife threatened store employees after being confronted for shoplifting at a Lancaster convenience store, police announced. Officers responded to the Turkey Hill on the 400 block of South Duke Street around 6:15 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 17, after receiving a report of a robbery, according to the Lancaster City Bureau of Police. The suspect was confronted by store staff while attempting to steal food, investigators explained. He then brandished a knife, made threats, and fled the store on foot. Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect. Anyone with…
Barnegat Man Faces Prison After Robbing Store At Knifepoint For Cash, Cigarettes: Prosecutor Barnegat Man Faces Prison After Robbing Store At Knifepoint For Cash, Cigarettes: Prosecutor
Barnegat Man Faces Prison After Robbing Store At Knifepoint For Cash, Cigarettes: Prosecutor A 39-year-old Barnegat man pleaded guilty to robbery and numerous shoplifting incidents in Stafford Township last year, authorities said. Per a plea agreement, Nicholas Santiago is expected to be sentenced to five years in prison for robbery and four years in prison for shoplifting, with the sentences running concurrently, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. On Monday, May 27, 2024, at midnight, officers responded to a convenience store on Route 72 for a report of a robbery, Billhimer said. An investigation revealed Santiago entered the store, brandished a knife at the…
Robbers Who Terrorized Convenience Stores In Maryland, DC To Spend Years Behind Bars: Feds Robbers Who Terrorized Convenience Stores In Maryland, DC To Spend Years Behind Bars: Feds
Robbers Who Terrorized Convenience Stores In Maryland, DC To Spend Years Behind Bars: Feds A Prince George’s County man will spend more than a decade behind bars after admitting to a string of armed robberies across DC and Maryland, authorities announced Wednesday. Andrew Trayvon Hale, 27, formerly of Bowie, was sentenced in federal court to 15 years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for his role in 11 armed robberies, including discharging a firearm during one of the crimes, according to the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland. Hale, along with his co-conspirator Antoine Javon Hare, terrorized convenience stores between June 19 and July 23, 20…
Officers Save Man Shot In Both Legs Behind Turkey Hill In Lancaster: Police Officers Save Man Shot In Both Legs Behind Turkey Hill In Lancaster: Police
Officers Save Man Shot In Both Legs Behind Turkey Hill In Lancaster: Police A man was shot in both legs behind a Turkey Hill convenience store in Lancaster, police announced on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Lancaster City police responded to reports of a shooting behind the Turkey Hill on South Duke Street at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, according to the department's release. Officers found an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds to his legs on the 500 block of North Street, police said. The victim was bleeding heavily from arterial injuries, prompting officers to apply multiple tourniquets to control the bleeding, authorities detailed. He was rushed to the hospital…
Power Tool Heist: Maryland Man Gets Prison Time For ATM Robbery At Clinton Store: Feds Power Tool Heist: Maryland Man Gets Prison Time For ATM Robbery At Clinton Store: Feds
Power Tool Heist: Maryland Man Gets Prison Time For ATM Robbery At Clinton Store: Feds A Maryland man will spend seven years in federal prison for his role in a brazen ATM robbery where co-conspirators used a power tool to steal more than $35,000 from a Prince George's County convenience store, officials said. Marquis Hayes Henderson, 24, was sentenced by US District Judge Theodore D. Chuang to seven years in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release, authorities announced on Monday afternoon. Court records reveal that on April 29, 2022, Henderson and four co-conspirators met at a storage lot in Clinton before heading to the store in a stolen vehicle. Hender…
Toms River Ticket Hits $1.8M Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot In Weekend Lottery Frenzy Toms River Ticket Hits $1.8M Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot In Weekend Lottery Frenzy
Toms River Ticket Hits $1.8M Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot In Weekend Lottery Frenzy A lottery ticket worth more than $1.8 million was purchased at a Toms River liquor store, officials said. The ticket hit a $1,883,824 jackpot in the Jersey Cash 5 drawing on Friday, Dec. 6, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Monday, Dec. 9. The winner was sold at the Silverton Buy Rite on Hooper Avenue. The winning numbers were 7, 21, 28, 31, and 38. The XTRA number was 2 and the Bullseye number was 31. This was the first of two Jersey Cash 5 jackpot wins in back-to-back days. A ticket bought at a convenience store in Paramus won $150,000 on Saturday, Dec. 7. The s…
Lucky Strike! $1.3M+ Jackpot Winner Sold At Freehold Wawa, Lottery Officials Say Lucky Strike! $1.3M+ Jackpot Winner Sold At Freehold Wawa, Lottery Officials Say
Lucky Strike! $1.3M+ Jackpot Winner Sold At Freehold Wawa, Lottery Officials Say A lottery ticket worth more than $1.3 million was purchased at a Monmouth County convenience store, officials said. The winner of the $1,308,245 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot was sold at the Wawa on Route 9 in Freehold Township, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The lucky ticket matched all five numbers in the drawing on Monday, Nov. 25. The winning numbers were 3, 19, 24, 27, and 39. The XTRA number was 3 and the Bullseye number was 39. This marked the county's second big Jersey Cash 5 win in less than two weeks. A ticket purchased in Oakhurst took ho…
Wawa Announces Two New Central PA Stores Opening in December Wawa Announces Two New Central PA Stores Opening in December
Wawa Announces Two New Central PA Stores Opening in December Wawa is spreading its wings in Central Pennsylvania with two new stores set to open their doors in December, the company announced Monday, Nov. 25. These highly anticipated additions continue the convenience chain's westward expansion and promise celebrations to match the season. The grand opening events will include free coffee, community giveaways, and Wawa's signature "Hoagies for Heroes" competition, which honors local first responders. Doors will open at 8:00 a.m., with ribbon-cutting ceremonies at 8:30 a.m. Here’s where you can join the festivities: Thursday, Dec. 5 : Store #818…
$2M In Lottery Prizes Sold Across New Jersey This Week: Here's Where $2M In Lottery Prizes Sold Across New Jersey This Week: Here's Where
$2M In Lottery Prizes Sold Across New Jersey This Week: Here's Where New Jersey Lottery players celebrated a winning streak last week, with 12 prizes of $10,000 or more claimed from Nov. 18 to Nov. 24.  Among the biggest prizes were two $500,000 top wins, and over $2 million in total winnings, according to the NJ Lottery. Here’s a full breakdown of this week’s winners and where the lucky tickets were sold: Nov. 18, 2024: Powerball – $150,000, HC Good Neighbor Pharmacy, 1071 Route 37, Toms River, Ocean County. Candy Cane Cash – $100,000, A & M Convenience, 2201 South Clinton Ave., South Plainfield, Middlesex County. Crossword – $20,000, MPM Servic…
Crime Spree Spanning From Spotsy To Stafford Ends With Serial Robber In Custody, Sheriff Says Crime Spree Spanning From Spotsy To Stafford Ends With Serial Robber In Custody, Sheriff Says
Crime Spree Spanning From Spotsy To Stafford Ends With Serial Robber In Custody, Sheriff Says A serial robber who hit up multiple convenience stores in Spotsylvania and Fredericksburg was busted at a Stafford County 7-Eleven overnight, according to the sheriff's office. Marquis Harrell is behind bars after being connected to a series of robberies overnight that were reported back-to-back while detectives were still investigating. The long night for law enforcement in Northern Virginia began at around 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when a clerk at 7-Eleven in the 10300 block of Patriot Highway was targeted by an armed man who demanded money and made off with an undisclosed amount of…
Armed Robber Tussles With 7-Eleven Employees In Riverhead Armed Robber Tussles With 7-Eleven Employees In Riverhead
Armed Robber Tussles With 7-Eleven Employees In Riverhead A suspect is on the loose following an armed robbery at a Long Island convenience store. The incident happened in Riverhead, at the 7-Eleven store on Old Country Road, at around 1:45 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4. Riverhead Town Police said a masked man approached the counter and requested a pack of cigarettes before demanding that the female clerk open the cash register. When the employee refused, the man jumped over the counter and pulled out what appeared to be a gun covered with a cloth. At that point, a male employee intervened and attempted to subdue the suspect. After a brief struggle, the…
Million-Dollar Winner: Scratch-Off Sold At Trenton Wawa Wins Big Prize Million-Dollar Winner: Scratch-Off Sold At Trenton Wawa Wins Big Prize
Million-Dollar Winner: Scratch-Off Sold At Trenton Wawa Wins Big Prize A scratch-off lottery ticket worth $1 million was purchased at a convenience store in Mercer County, officials said. The $1,000,000 Platinum Payout scratch-off was sold at the Wawa on Flock Road in Trenton, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Monday, Oct. 28. Each ticket costs $20 and the $1 million prize is the game's largest. The winner was bought at the gas station near the intersection with Quakerbridge Road on Thursday, Oct. 24. The $1,000,000 Platinum Payout game started on Saturday, Feb. 3. Out of 7,254,760 printed tickets, one $4 million prize remains. …
$4M Richer: Scratch-Off Sold In Elmer Wins Enormous Prize $4M Richer: Scratch-Off Sold In Elmer Wins Enormous Prize
$4M Richer: Scratch-Off Sold In Elmer Wins Enormous Prize A scratch-off lottery ticket worth $4 million was purchased at a convenience store in Salem County, officials said. The 200X Cash Blitz scratch-off was sold at the Sunoco Food Mart on Chestnut Street in Elmer, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Monday, Oct. 28.  Each ticket costs $30 and the $4 million prize is the game's largest. The winner was bought at the gas station near Elmer Lake on Saturday, Oct. 26.  The 200X Cash Blitz game started on Saturday, Aug. 3. Out of 8,897,860 printed tickets, two $4 million prizes are remaining. A $1 million …
$18K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Freeport Convenience Store $18K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Freeport Convenience Store
$18K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Freeport Convenience Store Are you feeling lucky? A winning TAKE 5 ticket worth $18,844 was sold at a Long Island convenience store, New York Lottery announced. The top prize-winning ticket was purchased in Freeport, at the Anaya 223 store located at 223 West Merrick Road, for the midday drawing held Wednesday, Oct. 2. TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.  Players can check their ticket status on the New York Lottery website.
Trio Sought Following Robbery At Uniondale Convenience Store Trio Sought Following Robbery At Uniondale Convenience Store
Trio Sought Following Robbery At Uniondale Convenience Store If you recognize these young men, police want to hear from you. Detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating three suspects following a robbery at a Long Island convenience store. The incident happened in Uniondale, at the Pump & Stuff gas station on Jerusalem Avenue, at around 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20. Nassau County Police said one suspect concealed various items in his pockets while another distracted the employee. A third culprit held the door open. When the clerk confronted the one who was stealing, the suspect pushed past them and ran out of the store without paying.…
Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $33K Sold At Long Island Convenience Store Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $33K Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $33K Sold At Long Island Convenience Store Feeling lucky? A winning lottery ticket worth nearly $34,000 was sold at a Long Island convenience store. The top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket was purchased in Valley Stream, at the Mahavir Convenience located at 779 West Merrick Road, New York Lottery announced. It was sold for the evening drawing held on Thursday, Aug. 8. TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Players can check their ticket status on the New York Lottery website.
Lottery Ticket Worth $20K Sold At Long Island Convenience Store Lottery Ticket Worth $20K Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Lottery Ticket Worth $20K Sold At Long Island Convenience Store A winning lottery ticket worth nearly $20,000 was sold at a Long Island convenience store. The top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket – worth $19,695 – was purchased in Woodmere, at the Stop & Shop located at 253-01 Rockaway Boulevard, New York Lottery announced. It was sold for the midday drawing held on Thursday, Aug. 1. TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Players can check their ticket status on the New York Lottery website.
178-Acre Entertainment Complex With Racetracks, Pool Among Priciest NY Listings 178-Acre Entertainment Complex With Racetracks, Pool Among Priciest NY Listings
178-Acre Entertainment Complex With Racetracks, Pool Among Priciest NY Listings To call this sprawling, storied estate an entertainer’s dream would be an understatement. Schenectady County’s Indian Lookout Country Club – located in Pattersonville at 1142 Batter Street – is currently among the most expensive listings in the Capital Region at $3.5 million. For over four decades, the 178-acre outdoor entertainment complex has welcomed countless guests for concerts, weddings, motocross races, Harley Rendezvous events, and more, according to the listing from eXp Realty. eXp Realty In addition to the two main houses, the rural retreat boasts multiple stages, racetrac…