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Cause Of Death Released For Popular Actor, 50, Who Attended Prep School In CT Cause Of Death Released For Popular Actor, 50, Who Attended Prep School In CT
Cause Of Death Released For Popular Actor, 50, Who Attended Prep School In CT The cause of death has been released for a popular actor who was born and grew up in the region. The death of Alec Musser, age 50, was announced last weekend on Instagram by his fiancée Paige Press, who lived with Musser in Del Mar, California, north of San Diego. According to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Officer, Musser died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. "His fiancée last knew him to be alive on the evening of Friday, Jan. 12 when she had gone to bed," the medical examiner said. "On the morning of Saturday, Jan. 13, she awoke and went to find the decedent seated …
Darien High School Graduate Dies Unexpectedly At Age 25 Darien High School Graduate Dies Unexpectedly At Age 25
Darien High School Graduate Dies Unexpectedly At Age 25 A man who grew up in Fairfield County and pursued higher education opportunities out of state has died at the age of 25. Luke Walter Kostrzewski, a former resident of Darien, died unexpectedly in Charleston, South Carolina, on Tuesday, July 19, according to his obituary. He was born in Stamford and graduated from Darien High School. According to his obituary, Kostrzewski also graduated from the College of Charleston, and he had plans to continue his education. "Luke was outgoing and energetic enjoying Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Music, Boating and the beach," his obituary reads.  …
Avalanche Damages NY Ski Resort During Christmas Storm Avalanche Damages NY Ski Resort During Christmas Storm
Avalanche Damages NY Ski Resort During Christmas Storm A ski resort in the Hudson Valley sustained some serious damage after an avalanche. The incident happened during the severe storm on Friday morning, Dec. 25 at Belleayre Mountain, located in Highmount in Ulster County, when the snow slid into one of the resort's lodges. "Thankfully, the building was not occupied and no one was injured during this weather event," Belleayre Mountain said in a statement. "The snowguns were turned on Saturday afternoon working their magic and groomers will be out later on tonight dressing the trails up for us." The resort said it will be opening up …
CT Man, 36, Dies In Vermont Ski Accident CT Man, 36, Dies In Vermont Ski Accident
CT Man, 36, Dies In Vermont Ski Accident A 36-year-old man from Connecticut died in a skiing accident in Vermont over the weekend, state police announced. Vermont state police responded to the Stowe Mountain Resort in Cambridge at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29, where there was a report of two skiers who went off-trail, with one falling off a cliff. Following an hours-long search, crews found the Connecticut man at the base of a cliff. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The second skier, a 35-year-old from an unidentified location in Connecticut, was found uninjured. Police said that the two men were “avid” skiers…
Jon Jester Of Stamford, Devoted Dad Of Two, Dies Suddenly At 51 Jon Jester Of Stamford, Devoted Dad Of Two, Dies Suddenly At 51
Jon Jester Of Stamford, Devoted Dad Of Two, Dies Suddenly At 51 A Stamford man known as being a devoted father died suddenly at age 51. Jon Gregory 'Greg' Jester died Saturday, June 29. He was a "dedicated, passionate and devoted" father to sons Tyler and Matthew, according to his obituary. Jester is recalled as having had a joy of life and his passion for his boys, friends, skiing, baseball, gardening, yoga, climate change, and  "peaceful acceptance of the present moment." He is survived by his mother Beverly Meade, stepfather Newtie; sisters, Karen Jakubak and Suzanne Cionci; brothers-in-law; and nieces and nephews. His father, Jon Anthony Jeste…
ONS Doctor Talks Your Knees And Skis ONS Doctor Talks Your Knees And Skis
ONS Doctor Talks Your Knees And Skis Skiing can be one of the most enjoyable winter activities and is a great sport the entire family can enjoy. But nothing can ruin a great day outdoors (or even the next 6-12 months) like a serious knee injury, especially the dreaded anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. According to orthopaedic knee surgeon Demetris Delos, MD at Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), skiers, in particular, are at risk to strain the ACL to the point of tearing. “The greatest risk to the ACL happens when skiers try to recover from a fall with their body weight in back of the skis, or if they don’…