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CT Newlyweds With Baby On Way Battle Potentially Fatal Cancer Diagnosis
At the same time two Connecticut newlyweds are expecting one of the best moments in life, they are also preparing for one of the worst.
A month ago, Hartford County resident Josh Chaffee, of Enfield, started a new job, closed on a house with his wife Michelle and was anticipating the birth of his son in July. Now, Josh is being referred to hospice services for a potentially fatal cancer diagnosis.
“On May 22nd, after a beautiful day to shower baby Chaffee, while they both should have been unpacking so many perfect baby boy gifts, Michelle instead found herself at the ER with Josh,” the Go…
Thousands Raised For Family Of Slain Fairfield Prep Student-Athlete With Still No Arrests Made
More than a thousand friends and strangers have donated some $80,000 to the family of a teen who was stabbed to death during an incident in front of a home in Fairfield County.
James "Jimmy" McGrath, age 17, of Shelton, was killed around 11:50 p.m., in Shelton on Saturday, May 14 during a fight in front of the residence where three additional people were also stabbed, Shelton Police said.
Earlier Story: 17-Year-Old Fatally Stabbed Played Football, Lacrosse For Fairfield Prep
A junior at Fairfield Prep, where he was also a member of the football and lacrosse teams, word quickly spread …
Mother Dies After Falling Off Train Platform In Fairfield County
A 34-year-old Fairfield County mother died days after she and her infant fell off a train platform.
The incident took place around 1:20 p.m., Monday, April 25 at the Stamford Train Station.
James Gill, the state’s chief medical examiner, confirmed Monday, May 2, that Jessica Perez died over the weekend, just days after she and her 10-month-old son were injured when the two fell from a platform.
A cause and manner of death are still pending further studies, the ME's office said.
Perez suffered a suspected medical episode, that may have caused the fall, officials said.
The infant, who was …
Thousands Raised For Wife Of Former Longtime CT Resident Who Died At Age 30
Members of the community have raised thousands of dollars for the wife of a former longtime Connecticut resident who died unexpectedly at age 30.
A GoFundMe created for Megan Harris, the wife of the late Michael Freilich, has received $4,534 of its $10,000 goal as of Tuesday, Dec. 21.
Freilich, who grew up in West Hartford and later moved to Oneonta, New York, died in his sleep on Friday, Dec. 17, according to his obituary.
Earlier report - 30-Year-Old From Region Remembered As Dedicated Coach, Husband
Freilich and Harris got married in July after meeting and fal…
CT Woman Runs NYC Marathon For Son, Others Affected By Rare Condition
Diane Owens never used to like running. In fact, she was vocal about it.
But that all changed after her son was diagnosed with a rare condition.
Nine years and many marathons, half-marathons, and 5K races later, she hasn't stopped pushing forward.
Owens is originally from Bethpage on Long Island, before later moving to Connecticut as a child. She now lives in Southbury, in New Haven County.
For the 2021 New York City Marathon on Sunday, Nov. 7, Owens said she spent less time preparing than she normally would, and chose instead to enjoy the views and take videos to honor loved ones and …
