CDC's Thanksgiving guidelines say gatherings should be small, parades considered high-risk
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
Boredom prompts half of Americans to start holiday shopping early, study claims
The holidays can be a stressful time of year, thanks in part to all the hectic holiday shopping. After all, it’s not uncommon for people to dread dealing with the crowds at stores or malls, as everyone tries to find the perfect gift before it sells out.
CDC Halloween guidelines names trick-or-treating among 'high-risk' activities
The agency ranked a number of popular Halloween activities by their level of risk, and several of the most popular activities, like trick-or-treating are considered to be the most dangerous.
Salvation Army starts 'Rescue Christmas' fundraising campaign early as demand hits all-time high
For the first time in 130 years, the Salvation Army is launching its "Rescue Christmas" fundraising campaign early this year as requests for its services have hit an all-time high due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Oreo releasing 'first-ever' gingerbread-flavored cookie for holiday season
Peeps may have put the kibosh on its holiday offerings, but Oreo is fully committing to its Christmas treats.
Macy's reworking Thanksgiving Day Parade 2020; show will not be live
A live parade to welcome in the holiday season has been scrapped. Macy's says it is in the process of "reimagining" the event that will be brought to viewers on TV and online.
Dover mayor gives go-ahead for Halloween, holiday events
The mayor of Dover says the city will move forward with plans to allow Halloween trick or treating and to host an annual holiday celebration in December.
COVID-19 pandemic prompts pause for Peeps holiday treats
Peeps holiday treats are going on hiatus — another consequence of the coronavirus.
Gov. Murphy signs measure making Juneteenth a holiday in NJ
The Democratic governor signed the measure during an online ceremony Thursday night.
Excited for Halloween? LA County health officials say no trick-or-treating, parties or haunted houses
What's Halloween without trick-or-treating? Los Angeles County residents are about to find out.
Community spirit remains strong while Labor Day is celebrated across Philadelphia in variety of ways
Labor Day evokes thoughts of going to the shore and breathing the last of summer vacation, but the reason for the Labor Day holiday should not be forgotten. People across Philadelphia were keeping the real meaning of the holiday in mind.
Jersey shore businesses hope for better Labor Day numbers to recoup from slow summer
It’s been a Labor Day for the ages, because 2020 has not been easy. As the crowd soaks in the last days of the season, businesses are trying to make their last summer buck.
Virginia city holding ‘reverse parade’ this year for Christmas
Fredericksburg is already making plans for how to safely hold its annual Christmas parade during the coronavirus pandemic.
A Zoom Thanksgiving? Summer could give way to a bleaker fall
The virus is blamed for over 180,000 deaths and 6 million confirmed infections in the U.S. Worldwide, the death toll is put at almost 850,000, with over 25 million cases.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting will be held in 2020
They say “The Show Must Go On,” and while the lights of Broadway are still dim, two of New York City’s most cherished holiday traditions will still be held in 2020, although they will look a little different than in years past.
Mormon choir Christmas concert canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic, first time in event's history
The cancellation announced Friday by church officials is the latest sign that disruptions to normal religious activity will continue through the holidays.
Cities, tourist attractions brace for the possibility of Halloween getting canceled
The scariest thing for some towns could be losing Halloween.
These are the major retailers closed on Thanksgiving Day 2020
Amid the sharp rise in COVID-19 cases across the country, major retailers have announced the decision to close businesses on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26.
Target to close stores on Thanksgiving Day, they say 'this isn't the year for crowds'
Instead, shoppers can reportedly purchase holiday deals earlier than ever, with savings starting in October and continuing throughout the season.
Walmart to close stores on Thanksgiving
Walmart Inc. said that it will be closing its namesake stores and Sam's Clubs on Thanksgiving Day this year, saying that it wants to have its employees spend time with their families during the coronavirus.