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Trump’s ‘Scared’ Ear? Physical Report Has Everyone Rereading This Line Trump’s ‘Scared’ Ear? Physical Report Has Everyone Rereading This Line
Trump’s ‘Scared’ Ear? Physical Report Has Everyone Rereading This Line Is the president's ear scared, or scarred?  The White House released some details from President Donald Trump's annual physical, though it could have used some proofreading. By all accounts, the 78-year-old commander-in-chief is healthy, though he has some "scaring" on his right ear from a gunshot wound, presumably from an assassination attempt last year in Pennsylvania, according to a report released on Sunday.  "Examination of the head, ears, nose, and throat revealed no significant abnormalities with the exception of (scarring) on the right ear from a gunshot wound," Capt. Sea…
7-Foot Tall Trump Statue Lands Buyer Meeting With President, Musk, Stone 7-Foot Tall Trump Statue Lands Buyer Meeting With President, Musk, Stone
7-Foot Tall Trump Statue Lands Buyer Meeting With President, Musk, Stone A week of historic highs and lows for President Donald Trump ended in bronze. While the 47th president golfed this weekend, a fan unveiled a statue of Trump called "The Defiance Monument." Sticker Mule founder Anthony Constantino, an Upstate New York businessman and former Congressional candidate, unveiled the gift to Trump that’s now turning heads at Trump International Golf Club in Florida. Related: Trump Says These Electronics Exempt From Future Tariffs The statue is mounted on a stone pedestal, permanently inscribed with Constantino’s name. It's now placed between the course’s clubho…
Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star
Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star The official cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation. Miller Gardner, age 14, the youngest son of Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, died in his sleep on Friday, March 21. The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness after he became sick while the family was on vacation in Central America at a hotel in Costa Rica. On Wednesday, April 2, authorities in Costa Rica, citin…
Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever' Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever'
Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever' The teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation is being remember for his smile and spirit. Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, age 14, on Sunday, March 23. Earlier report - Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days earlier after he became sick…
Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump
Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump Tiger Woods just teed up his relationship with Vanessa Trump. The golf icon went Instagram official with Trump on Sunday, March 23, posting cozy photos of the two canoodling and captioning it with a romantic message. “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!” Woods wrote. “We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts.” The post marks the first public confirmation of a relationship between the 49-year-old athlete and 47-year-old Trump, who was married to President Trump's son, Donald T…
Pro Shop Burglary Ring: Suspect Connected To Golf-Related Thefts In Fairfield County, Cops Say Pro Shop Burglary Ring: Suspect Connected To Golf-Related Thefts In Fairfield County, Cops Say
Pro Shop Burglary Ring: Suspect Connected To Golf-Related Thefts In Fairfield County, Cops Say A 41-year-old man has been charged in the theft of golf-related items from pro shops across the Hudson Valley and Connecticut after being apprehended at a Westchester County deli, police said. Bronx resident Matthew Berman was arrested on Monday, March 10 as part of an investigation into several overnight pro shop burglaries in Westchester, Rockland, and Fairfield counties, Westchester County Police announced on Friday, March 21.  According to the department, the investigation began in mid-February, when authorities connected a series of burglaries from golf courses as well as a sporti…
New Trailer Drops For 'Happy Gilmore 2,' Which Filmed Across New Jersey New Trailer Drops For 'Happy Gilmore 2,' Which Filmed Across New Jersey
New Trailer Drops For 'Happy Gilmore 2,' Which Filmed Across New Jersey The anticipation continues to build for "Happy Gilmore 2" which was shot all over New Jersey last year. Netflix released a new trailer for the movie, a sequel to the 1996 cult classic, starring Adam Sandler as the hockey player turned golfer and Christopher McDonald as the iconic villain Shooter McGavin.  The movie will be released on Netflix on Friday, July 25. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adam Sandler (@adamsandler) The trailer promises the return of Julie Bowen and Ben Stiller from the first movie as well as the d…
Best Golf Course In Fairfield County In 2024: Longshore Golf Course Best Golf Course In Fairfield County In 2024: Longshore Golf Course
Best Golf Course In Fairfield County In 2024: Longshore Golf Course We are thrilled to announce that Longshore Golf Course has been named Best Golf Course in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Longshore Golf Course stands out as a top-tier golf facility, featuring an 18-hole course with stunning vistas of Long Island Sound. Recognized by Golf Digest as one of the finest places to play, it has become a favorite among both local golf enthusiasts and visitors, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Fairfield County began with reader nominatio…
Iconic MSG Sportscaster Al Trautwig Dies At 68: 'We Lost A Legendary Voice' Iconic MSG Sportscaster Al Trautwig Dies At 68: 'We Lost A Legendary Voice'
Iconic MSG Sportscaster Al Trautwig Dies At 68: 'We Lost A Legendary Voice' A broadcaster whose voice was synonymous with New York sports has died. Al Trautwig, a longtime sportscaster on MSG Network, has died at 68 years old. A cause of death wasn't immediately available but the Long Island native had been battling cancer in recent years. MSG studio analyst Alan Hahn announced Trautwig's death in an Instagram post on Monday, Feb. 24. "I'm sad to share the news that we lost a legendary voice in sports," Hahn posted. "But we lost a lot more than that. He was not only a friend, but a mentor and a teacher. He was, personally, one of my biggest resource…
CT Teen Killed In Car Crash Remembered For His Kind Heart, Promising Future CT Teen Killed In Car Crash Remembered For His Kind Heart, Promising Future
CT Teen Killed In Car Crash Remembered For His Kind Heart, Promising Future A 16-year-old Connecticut boy killed in a car crash earlier this week is being remembered for his work ethic, leadership, and compassion for his peers. Will Neeb died Monday, Dec. 16, when his car veered off Pickett District Road in New Milford around 8:10 a.m. and crashed into a fence, NBC Connecticut reported. Police said he died at the scene. New Milford High School identified Neeb as the driver on Tuesday. New Milford Public Schools Superintendent Janet Parlato released a statement mourning the loss and offering support to grieving students. "Will was an excellent student who carried …
'Beautiful Soul': Family Of Slain CT DOT Worker Grieves As Driver Faces More Charges 'Beautiful Soul': Family Of Slain CT DOT Worker Grieves As Driver Faces More Charges
'Beautiful Soul': Family Of Slain CT DOT Worker Grieves As Driver Faces More Charges A 55-year-old Connecticut woman accused of crashing into a state Department of Transportation worker while intoxicated now faces more charges linked to the fatal crash this summer, authorities announced on Monday, Sept. 16.  New Haven County resident Denise Lucibello, of East Haven, is now charged with second-degree manslaughter, the New Haven Judicial District State's Attorney Office said. She was already accused of driving under the influence, driving on a suspended license, and several traffic infractions.  Andrew DiDomenico, 26, of Meriden, was working on the Wharton Broo…
Fashion Designer Kenneth Cole Lists Westchester Estate For $22M: Report Fashion Designer Kenneth Cole Lists Westchester Estate For $22M: Report
Fashion Designer Kenneth Cole Lists Westchester Estate For $22M: Report After several decades, famed fashion designer Kenneth Cole has decided to list his more-than-century-old Westchester estate where he raised his children, according to reports.  Cole, who owns the global Kenneth Cole Productions fashion company, has listed his Purchase estate for $22 million with Pat Hirsch at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty and Leslie McElwreath at Sotheby’s International Realty-Greenwich, according to a new report by Bloomberg.  The almost 12,000-square-foot estate, which dates back to 1912 and is located on Purchase Street, has seven bedrooms, six ba…
Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App
Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App Local golf enthusiasts have a new tool in their arsenal with the launch of the Pinpoint Golf app, a cutting-edge application designed to help golfers of all skill levels improve. The app promises to bring precision and convenience to golfers, from beginners to seasoned pros. Pinpoint Golf (www.pinpoint.golf) offers a comprehensive suite of features aimed at improving your game. The app centers on strokes gained tracking, an advanced method to measure and improve performance. In addition, the app provides detailed GPS mapping of courses, real-time shot tracking, and other performance analytic…
Review: Best Golf Stats Apps Review: Best Golf Stats Apps
Review: Best Golf Stats Apps Finding a golf stats app can be a bit overwhelming, simply because there are so many to choose from. We’ve written about the value of strokes gained stats, and the best golf stats app absolutely needs to measure strokes gained. Here is our comparison of the best golf stats apps and which ones are worth your investment. Pinpoint GolfPinpoint Golf 1. Pinpoint Golf Pinpoint Golf is the top golf stats app for tracking strokes gained. If you want to dive into strokes gained tracking, but you’re worried about data collection and complexity, don’t fret. Pinpoint makes navigation and data inpu…
What Is Strokes Gained In Golf? What Is Strokes Gained In Golf?
What Is Strokes Gained In Golf? If you play golf, you know it's not easy. In fact, it's probably the most frustrating and difficult game there is. Athletes in other sports might disagree, but everyone can agree that getting good at golf is hard. That's where “strokes gained” comes in. Golfers can finally learn exactly where they need to improve their game so that they can get better faster. A lot faster. Strokes gained compares every facet of a golfers game to other players of a similar skill level. How good are you at short putts, long putts, short game, irons, driving? Strokes gained tells you all this and more. This a…
Beloved Store Owner From Stamford Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life' Beloved Store Owner From Stamford Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life'
Beloved Store Owner From Stamford Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life' A well-known man from Fairfield County who owned a beloved store in Northern Westchester has died.  Stamford resident Joseph DiPietro, Sr. died on Friday, Feb. 10 at the age of 90, according to his obituary. DiPietro, who lived an "extraordinary life," was the owner of Chubby's Hardware in Pound Ridge located at 68 Westchester Ave., which was named after his childhood nickname, his obituary said. Born in 1932, DiPietro worked at Getman and Judd Lumber Co. after high school and eventually rose to the position of General Manager before deciding to take a risk and start his own…
Former Fairfield County Resident Dies Unexpectedly At Age 25 Former Fairfield County Resident Dies Unexpectedly At Age 25
Former Fairfield County Resident 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.  …
Tiger Woods Skipping US Open Being Held In New England Tiger Woods Skipping US Open Being Held In New England
Tiger Woods Skipping US Open Being Held In New England Tiger Woods announced that he is officially out of the 2022 US Open, which will be held in Brookline, MA next week.  Woods said he will not be competing because his "body needs more time to get stronger for major championship golf," the athlete said on his Twitter on Tuesday, June 7.  I previously informed the USGA that I will not be competing in the @usopengolf as my body needs more time to get stronger for major championship golf. I do hope and plan to be ready to play in Ireland at @JPProAm and at @TheOpen next month. I’m excited to get back out there soon! — Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods…
Fairfield County College Grad, One Of Top Golf Writers In US, Dies At 66 Fairfield County College Grad, One Of Top Golf Writers In US, Dies At 66
Fairfield County College Grad, One Of Top Golf Writers In US, Dies At 66 Native New Yorker Tim Rosaforte, one of the most prominent and popular golf writers in the country, died at the age of 66 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born in Northern Westchester, in Mount Kisco, and graduated from Brewster High School in Putnam County. Rosaforte was the first journalist to be awarded an honorary membership by the PGA of America in 2020 during a career that spanned more than four decades in various media including newspapers, magazines, books, and television. During his career, Rosaforte covered nearly 150 major championships and 17 Ryder Cups whi…
Ex-All-County HS Football, Basketball Standout From Fairfield County Dies Ex-All-County HS Football, Basketball Standout From Fairfield County Dies
Ex-All-County HS Football, Basketball Standout From Fairfield County Dies George Taranto, a Connecticut resident and former high school sports standout in Westchester County, has died at the age of 77. According to his obituary, Taranto, of Danbury, was a graduate of Ardsley High School and was all-county in football and basketball. He served in the United States Navy from 1963 to 1965. Taranto worked as a buyer for Bayer Aspirin in Tarrytown for more than 35 years.  He also loved to hunt, fish and golf. "George was family focused and a true family man – especially loved spending time with is his best friends, his grandchildren whom he adored," …
Area HS Sports Standout Killed, Girl Critically Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash Area HS Sports Standout Killed, Girl Critically Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash
Area HS Sports Standout Killed, Girl Critically Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash A high school sports standout in Connecticut was killed in a single-vehicle crash that also left a 16-year-old girl in critical condition. New Haven County resident Ryan Rutledge, age 17, of Southbury, died on Monday, April 5, after his Jeep went off the roadway around 10:35 p.m., and hit a wire rope guardrail, before the vehicle traveled down an embankment and into the Pomperaug River, said the Southbury Police. Both Rutledge, and his passenger, were ejected from the vehicle and found in the Pomperaug River. Rutledge, who was a junior at Pomperaug High School in Southbury, was known for a…
COVID-19: Specifics, Starting Dates Released For CT Spring HS Sports COVID-19: Specifics, Starting Dates Released For CT Spring HS Sports
Covid-19: Specifics, Starting Dates Released For CT Spring HS Sports Student-athletes in Connecticut received more clarity on what the spring sports season is going to look like on Thursday as the state moves forward through the COVID-19 pandemic. The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference released its final plan for spring sports on Thursday, March 11, after meeting with athletic directors from across the state in the morning. The announcement came a year to the day that the CIAC canceled the 2020 winter state tournaments due to the initial surge of COVID-19 across the country last March. 
“When you reflect on what happened 365 days ago, we were p…
Michael DeLuca, 65, Of Norwalk, Greenwich Mail Carrier, Golfer, Dies Michael DeLuca, 65, Of Norwalk, Greenwich Mail Carrier, Golfer, Dies
Michael DeLuca, 65, Of Norwalk, Greenwich Mail Carrier, Golfer, Dies A retired mail carrier in Greenwich for 42 years and avid golfer, Michael J. DeLuca, died suddenly on Sunday, Sept. 15, at age 65. He was born Sept. 24, 1953. DeLuca is survived by his wife of 27 years, Janice Husted DeLuca of Norwalk, and two children, Tatum DeLuca Sullivan (TJ) and Alyson Harrison (Todd); and their mother Sheryl Ann DeLuca (Frangione), along with two grandchildren, Marcus Todd Harrison and Riley Marie Sullivan.  He is also survived by his three siblings, Geno A. DeLuca Jr. (Susan), JoAnn DeLuca and David DeLuca (Sharon) and leaves behind countless family members…
New Canaan Teen Wins Scholarship To Golf Performance Center In Ridgefield New Canaan Teen Wins Scholarship To Golf Performance Center In Ridgefield
New Canaan Teen Wins Scholarship To Golf Performance Center In Ridgefield A New Canaan teen has been rewarded with a scholarship to the Golf Performance Center’s Junior Academy in Ridgefield after winning the year-long Foster Cup competition, officials say. Max Orwicz, a 17-year-old senior at New Canaan High School, earned the 2018-2019 Foster Cup trophy with five top-five finishes in Foster Cup events. “Max worked very hard and had an outstanding season,” said PGA Professional Roger Knick, Founder and CEO of the Golf Performance Center. “We look forward to working with him during his senior year and helping him achieve his goal of a college golf scholarship.” …
Some Tickets Still Available For PGA Championship At Bethpage Black Some Tickets Still Available For PGA Championship At Bethpage Black
Some Tickets Still Available For PGA Championship At Bethpage Black There are still some tickets on the market for one of sports' marquee events that is being hosted on Long Island. With the PGA Championship heading to Bethpage Black in Farmingdale from Monday, May 13, through Sunday, May 19, some tickets are still available for both the practice rounds (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) and championship rounds (Thursday and Friday). Tickets for the main event on Saturday and Sunday have been sold out for some time, as are week-long grounds tickets. For the practice rounds, tickets are running at $35 each, while championship round tickets will cost $110. They ca…