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James Dalton, Devoted Springsteen Fan, Dies Day Before 56th Birthday James Dalton, Devoted Springsteen Fan, Dies Day Before 56th Birthday
James Dalton, Devoted Springsteen Fan, Dies Day Before 56th Birthday James "Jim" Dalton, a native of Hoboken, died on Monday, July 3 at the age of 55, one day before his July 4 birthday, according to his obituary. Dalton initially worked in aviation before becoming a longtime sous chef at a country club in Connecticut, his obituary reads.  Dalton was a devoted Springsteen fan, often going to the Stone Pony at Asbury Park in the hopes of catching his hero, according to his obituary. He was also a diehard fan of the Rams, the Mets and loved to watch the Masters, his obituary reads. He is survived by his sisters, Lori and Stacy, and his brother, Robert, along…
Cartwheeling Kid Goes Viral: NJ Teelball Player Gets Shoutout From ESPN, GMA Cartwheeling Kid Goes Viral: NJ Teelball Player Gets Shoutout From ESPN, GMA
Cartwheeling Kid Goes Viral: NJ Teelball Player Gets Shoutout From ESPN, GMA Well that's one way to get to first base. Mattea DiGirolamo, a 6-year-old Kenilworth kindergartener, is going viral for her unique approach to base-running.  At a recent T-ball game while playing for the Kenilworth Rockhounds, Mattea hit the ball and decided to elude the defense by cartwheeling her way to first base. And it worked! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Oprah Daily (@oprahdaily) A video of her exploits has almost two million views on Twitter and has been shared by NBC Sports, ESPN and got a shoutout on Good Morning Am…
Former School Principal From Bedford Dies After 'Courageous' ALS Battle Former School Principal From Bedford Dies After 'Courageous' ALS Battle
Former School Principal From Bedford Dies After 'Courageous' ALS Battle A former elementary school principal from Northern Westchester has died after a hard-fought battle with ALS.  Katonah resident David Wallick died on Wednesday, Jan. 4 at the age of 60, according to his obituary.  Born in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1962 before moving to New York and growing up in Eastchester, Wallick spent his life in education and became an elementary school teacher for more than two decades.  He then eventually became the principal of Haldane Elementary School in Cold Spring.  Wallick was drawn to his career because he loved knowing he could help p…
Marketing Director From Hudson Valley Dies At Age 41 Marketing Director From Hudson Valley Dies At Age 41
Marketing Director From Hudson Valley Dies At Age 41 A marketing director who grew up in the Hudson Valley has died at the age of 41. Connecticut resident Thomas Tavino, of West Hartford, died peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 4, according to his obituary. Tavino was born in Putnam County, in the town of Carmel, and was a graduate of Brewster High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from Marist College and went on to work as senior director of marketing for Takeda Pharmaceuticals, his obituary said.  "He was an avid Mets fan, he had a passion for cooking, and enjoyed golf and blackjack," his obituary reads. Tavino is survived…
Support Pours In For Family Of NY Fourth-Grader Who Died During Little League Game Support Pours In For Family Of NY Fourth-Grader Who Died During Little League Game
Support Pours In For Family Of NY Fourth-Grader Who Died During Little League Game Support from the community is pouring in for the family of a 10-year-boy who died while playing a Little League baseball game. Lazar LaPenna died on Long Island in Long Beach on Friday, April 29, during a Long Beach/Lido Little League baseball game, school district and league officials said. The diehard Mets fan had hit a single during the first game of the season and run to first base with a grin on his face, when he collapsed from an epileptic seizure, reported the Long Island Herald. His older brother, Jerry, was coaching at first base when Lazar collapsed as the crowd was cheering alon…
These CT Residents Rank Highest On New Forbes Richest People List These CT Residents Rank Highest On New Forbes Richest People List
These CT Residents Rank Highest On New Forbes Richest People List A group of Connecticut businessmen and women are among the wealthiest in the country, according to the latest Forbes ranking. The global media company released the Forbes 400 of 2021, which includes several familiar faces to Connecticut residents highlighted by hedge fund mastermind Ray Dalio. Each year, Forbes runs the numbers to determine the wealthiest residents in each of the 50 states, including more than 750 candidates who were whittled down to the top 400 wealthiest Americans. According to Forbes, their reporters interviewed employees, handlers, peers, rivals, and attorneys whi…
Beloved Warren County Native Allen Burd Dies Suddenly At 35 Beloved Warren County Native Allen Burd Dies Suddenly At 35
Beloved Warren County Native Allen Burd Dies Suddenly At 35 Beloved Warren County native Allen R. Burd died suddenly on Nov. 17 at the age of 35. Burd graduated from Warren Hills High School in 2005, his obituary says. He lived in Mansfield Township for more than 30 years before moving to Lebanon Township, where he resided at the time of his death, according to his memorial. Burd worked at ACF Landscaping in Washington, his obituary says. In his free time, Burd loved all things sports, especially the Mets and Cowboys. He was also remembered for his vibrant personality and consistent ability to make others laugh. “He was kind and was loved by ev…
Bobby Valentine Reveals What Prompted His Run For Mayor Of Stamford Bobby Valentine Reveals What Prompted His Run For Mayor Of Stamford
Bobby Valentine Reveals What Prompted His Run For Mayor Of Stamford He's been known by many as the unofficial mayor of Connecticut's second-largest city for years. Now, after a lifelong career in sports, Major League Baseball legend Bobby Valentine wants to be Stamford's mayor for real. In a week, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, voters will make the call in a race that has drawn national attention and even seen each candidate endorsed by a past United States president. "Tommy Lasorda would introduce me either as the mayor of Stamford or ambassador of Stamford," Valentine said, referring to the late Los Angeles Dodgers manager. The 71-year-old Valentine can't pinpoint…
COVID-19: These States Giving Away Guns, Trucks, Pot As Incentives To Get Vaccinated COVID-19: These States Giving Away Guns, Trucks, Pot As Incentives To Get Vaccinated
Covid-19: These States Giving Away Guns, Trucks, Pot As Incentives To Get Vaccinated Some states are getting creative as they look to incentivize Americans to go out and get the COVID-19 vaccine. Across the country, states are offering lottery tickets, free drinks, vacations, custom weapons, scholarships, and even marijuana as the race continues to meet President Joe Biden’s promise of getting 70 percent of adults at least partially vaccinated by Independence Day. In Connecticut, the state’s Restaurant Association is partnering with Gov. Ned Lamont to launch its #CTDrinksOnUs campaign, where participating restaurants provide complimentary drinks to vaccinated patrons. New …
COVID-19: Restrictions Lifted On Travel Sports, Indoor, Outdoor Performing Arts In NY COVID-19: Restrictions Lifted On Travel Sports, Indoor, Outdoor Performing Arts In NY
Covid-19: Restrictions Lifted On Travel Sports, Indoor, Outdoor Performing Arts In NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo is now encouraging New Yorkers to “get back to life and living,” as he lifts even more COVID-19 restrictions across the state. Citing a dramatic decline in COVID-19 numbers, Cuomo announced that certain restrictions on travel sports and outdoor entertainment spaces, including pro sports teams and performing arts centers. Related story - Play Ball: Mets, Yankee Fans Allowed In Stands For Opening Day Cuomo said that the state will be following the same model that they used to allow fans in the stands for the Buffalo Bills playoff game, including mandatory mask mandates, soc…
Wrong Way-Driving Dwight Gooden Busted Again For DUI, This Time In Newark Wrong Way-Driving Dwight Gooden Busted Again For DUI, This Time In Newark
Wrong Way-Driving Dwight Gooden Busted Again For DUI, This Time In Newark Troubled former star pitcher Dwight Gooden was under the influence when Newark police stopped him going the wrong way down a one-way street, authorities said, just weeks after he was busted with cocaine in Holmdel. Gooden's black 2012 Chrysler was pulled over around 11:10 p.m. Monday near Ferry and Vincent streets in the city's Ironbound section, Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose said. EMS was called to evaluate Gooden, 54, of Piscataway, before he was taken to University Hospital in police custody, Ambrose said.  "Doc" Gooden unanimously won the National League's Cy Youn…
Financial Services Professional Donna Furu Of Brewster Dies At 52 Financial Services Professional Donna Furu Of Brewster Dies At 52
Financial Services Professional Donna Furu Of Brewster Dies At 52 Northern Westchester native Donna L. Furu of Brewster, a financial services professional, died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, Jan. 20. She was 52.  She was born in Mount Kisco on April 19, 1965, the daughter of Philip and Florence (Light) Furu. Donna graduated from Somers High School and earned a Bachelor's Degree from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. She was Vice President of Learning and Development at BNY Mellon, where she worked from 1998 to 2016. Donna was an avid Mets fan and enjoyed attending the games with her nephew. She loved arts and crafts, a good book, and baking…
Credit Manager Edward J. Ceglia Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 67 Credit Manager Edward J. Ceglia Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 67
Credit Manager Edward J. Ceglia Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 67 Edward J. Ceglia of Yorktown Heights died on Sunday, Jan. 14. He was 67. He worked as a credit manager for over 40 years. He was born in New York City on March 22, 1950 to Edward and Eleanor Ceglia. Edward graduated from Mt. St. Michael Academy in the Bronx then went to Iona College.  Edward served honorably for the United States Army National Guard.  He is survived by his wife of 44 years Ann-Marie and . their children: Danielle Cappelli (Robert), Nicole Kovacs (Lawrence), and Joseph Edward Ceglia (Stephanie). He is also survived by his brother Paul (Marie) and five grandchildren: Vincen…