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Bayport-Blue Point, NY
News
Torture Of 7-Year-Old Bayport Girl Detailed In Court: 'Like She Got Beat The Whole Summer’ Torture Of 7-Year-Old Bayport Girl Detailed In Court: 'Like She Got Beat The Whole Summer’
Torture Of 7-Year-Old Bayport Girl Detailed In Court: 'Like She Got Beat The Whole Summer’ The family that tortured and abused a 7-year-old girl on Long Island casually discussed their actions in family group chats and recorded conversations, authorities said in court. Prosecutors said as young Jor’Dynn Duncan was preparing to return to school in September 2025, Elyssa Seymore texted Emily Kelly that Jor’Dynn was “a hot [expletive] mess” and “looks like she got beat the whole summer,” Newsday reported. Kelly, 50; Seymore, 24; and Barbara Renner, 75, were arraigned Wednesday, May 20, in connection with Jor’Dynn’s death on Dec. 29, 2025. Renner is Kelly’s mother, Seymore is her dau…

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by Joe Wilkinson
Hartford, CT
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Man Whose Wife Vanished From Boat In Bahamas Breaks Silence After Jail Release Man Whose Wife Vanished From Boat In Bahamas Breaks Silence After Jail Release
Man Whose Wife Vanished From Boat In Bahamas Breaks Silence After Jail Release The husband of a woman who disappeared after falling from their small boat in The Bahamas is publicly speaking for the first time since he was released from custody. Brian Hooker, 58, left the jail in Grand Bahama on Monday, April 13, after investigators said there was not enough evidence to hold him. He was arrested after his wife, 55-year-old Lynette Hooker, fell overboard while the couple rode a dinghy on Saturday, April 4. In an interview with CBS News, Hooker said that he still believes his wife is alive and plans to help search for her. "I was speak…

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by Chris Spiker
New Canaan, CT
Police & Fire
Son Who Killed New Canaan Dad At Posh Irish Hotel Found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity Son Who Killed New Canaan Dad At Posh Irish Hotel Found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity
Son Who Killed New Canaan Dad At Posh Irish Hotel Found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity A Brooklyn man has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in the killing of his New Canaan financier father at a luxury hotel in Ireland two years ago. Henry McGowan, 31, learned his fate on Thursday, Feb. 12, after an Irish jury deliberated for one hour and 23 minutes before returning its verdict, according to The New York Times. The case centers on the death of John McGowan, a 66-year-old who ran the Greenwich-based venture capital firm Torus Capital. He was killed at the posh Ballyfin Demesne Hotel in County Laois on Nov. 12, 2024, according to The Irish Times. The…

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by Josh Lanier
Atlantic City, NJ
Police & Fire
Prosecutor Moves To Drop Charges Against LaQuetta Small, HS Principal Prosecutor Moves To Drop Charges Against LaQuetta Small, HS Principal
Prosecutor Moves To Drop Charges Against LaQuetta Small, HS Principal The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office is asking a judge to dismiss all remaining indictments against Atlantic City Schools Superintendent Dr. La’Quetta Small and Atlantic City High School Principal Constance Days-Chapman, officials announced Friday, Jan. 16. The prosecutor’s office sent motions to the Superior Court’s Criminal Part requesting dismissal of the pending indictments, according to a statement from Atlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds. “Since the day our office received the mandatory referral of child abuse allegations from DCP&P on January 24, 2024, this office inve…

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by Cecilia Levine
Massapequa, NY
News
Daughter Of Accused Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann Believes He May Be Guilty: Docuseries Daughter Of Accused Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann Believes He May Be Guilty: Docuseries
Daughter Of Accused Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann Believes He May Be Guilty: Docuseries The daughter of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has broken her silence — and revealed a heartbreaking shift in belief: she now thinks her father may be guilty. For the first time since her dad’s arrest, Victoria Heuermann is speaking out publicly about the man she once looked up to — and how she’s grappling with the possibility that he lived a terrifying double life. In Peacock’s new three-part docuseries “The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets,” which premiered Tuesday, June 10, the 27-year-old opens up about her internal turmoil, detailing her emotional journey from unce…

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by Michael Mashburn
Conshohocken-Plymouth Meeting, PA
Police & Fire
12-Year-Old Nashon Thomas Fatally Shot In Bed By Brother, 14, In PA: Police 12-Year-Old Nashon Thomas Fatally Shot In Bed By Brother, 14, In PA: Police
12-Year-Old Nashon Thomas Fatally Shot In Bed By Brother, 14, In PA: Police A child was found shot in the head while lying in bed inside a West Philadelphia home, police said. His older brother is now facing charges. A 14-year-old boy had been arrested in connection with the shooting death of his 12-year-old brother, Nashon Thomas, Philadelphia Police announced on Thursday, May 22. Officers responded to the 800 block of Brooklyn Street just after 9:19 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, for reports of a shooting. They found Nashon suffering from a gunshot wound to the head, lying in bed. He was rushed to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia by paramedics, where he died …

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by Jillian Pikora
Hamden, CT
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35 Years After Killing Parents, Menendez Brothers Become Eligible For Parole 35 Years After Killing Parents, Menendez Brothers Become Eligible For Parole
35 Years After Killing Parents, Menendez Brothers Become Eligible For Parole Lyle and Erik Menendez have been resentenced for the 1989 murders of their parents, clearing a major hurdle that brings them one step closer to potential freedom in a case that has captivated worldwide attention for decades. A Los Angeles judge ruled that the brothers, who were serving life sentences without the possibility of parole, will now serve 50 years to life, making them eligible to appear before the California Parole Board. "The Menendez brothers have done remarkable work," their attorney, Mark Geragos, told reporters after the hearing, citing their support of fellow inmates at the…

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by Joe Lombardi
Fairfield, CT
Lifestyle
‘Real Housewives’ Is Coming To Rhode Island: Fans Can Only Dream Taylor Swift Will Be Cast ‘Real Housewives’ Is Coming To Rhode Island: Fans Can Only Dream Taylor Swift Will Be Cast
‘Real Housewives’ Is Coming To Rhode Island: Fans Can Only Dream Taylor Swift Will Be Cast The nation's smallest state will soon bring big personalities to the small screen as the newest installment of Bravo's "Real Housewives" franchise receives the green light. Bravo announced Wednesday, May 7, that it had greenlit the franchise's 11th series: "The Real Housewives of Rhode Island."  It's the first time the reality series, produced by Andy Cohen, has ventured into New England. Set against the shores of the Ocean State, the Real Housewives franchise will now explore a tight-knit circle of Rhode Islanders with deep roots in the community and families dating back generations.…

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by Josh Lanier
Paramus, NJ
Lifestyle
Damon Wayans Sitcom Canceled By CBS: ‘Such a Beautiful Journey’ Damon Wayans Sitcom Canceled By CBS: ‘Such a Beautiful Journey’
Damon Wayans Sitcom Canceled By CBS: ‘Such a Beautiful Journey’ “Poppa’s House” a sitcom starring Damon Wayans, Sr. and his son, Damon Wayans, Jr. has been canceled by CBS after one season. On “Poppa’s House,” the Wayans’ play father and son, with constant back and forth bickering and both learning life lessons from the other. Essence Atkins, a regular in Wayans family projects, plays the elder Wayans’ new talk radio co-host, throwing a further wrinkle into his life. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Poppa’s House (@poppashousecbs) Wayans, Sr. took to Instagram after the cancellation and said m…

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by Sam Barron
Hackensack, NJ
News
Disney Drops 'Freakier Friday' Trailer: Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis Swap Bodies (Again!) Disney Drops 'Freakier Friday' Trailer: Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis Swap Bodies (Again!)
Disney Drops 'Freakier Friday' Trailer: Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis Swap Bodies (Again!) Lightning is striking twice, and things are about to get freakier.  Disney has officially dropped the trailer for "Freakier Friday," a sequel to the 2003 smash hit "Freaky Friday," bringing back Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis for another round of body-swapping mayhem. The highly anticipated film is set to hit theaters on Aug. 8, 2025. Production on the sequel kicked off in June 2024 in Los Angeles, and Disney is bringing back some familiar faces. Alongside Lohan and Curtis, original cast members Mark Harmon, Chad Michael Murray, Christina Vidal Mitchell, Haley Hudson, Lucille Soong…

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by Cecilia Levine
Forked River-Lacey, NJ
Police & Fire
Lacey Township Man Indicted In Dad's Murder: Prosecutor Lacey Township Man Indicted In Dad's Murder: Prosecutor
Lacey Township Man Indicted In Dad's Murder: Prosecutor A 38-year-old Lacey Township man was indicted by a grand jury on Thursday, Jan. 30 with murdering his father, authorities said. On Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022, Lacey Township police responded to a residence on Weehawken Avenue after Justin Donaldson would not let family members into the residence. Police found Justin's father, David Donaldson, dead with apparent trauma to his face, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. An investigation by law enforcement determined Justin was responsible for his father's death, Billhimer said. He was taken into custody at the scene without …

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by Sam Barron
Lower Paxton, PA
News
Daughter Rescues Adoptive Sister Bicycle Chained To Bed By Mom In PA: Affidavit Daughter Rescues Adoptive Sister Bicycle Chained To Bed By Mom In PA: Affidavit
Daughter Rescues Adoptive Sister Bicycle Chained To Bed By Mom In PA: Affidavit A Western Pennsylvania mom was caught by her biological daughter having chained her adoptive daughter to a bed with bicycle chains for approximately five days, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice.  Marylou Dewitt, 53 of Scottdale, was arrested following a police pursuit near Pittsburgh ending near the Fort Pitt Bridge, according to a release by the Pennsylvania State Police.  Dewitt's adult biological daughter contacted the police after she went to Sheetz for midnight snacks and returned home to hear screaming from an upstairs bedroom — where she found her care-de…

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by Jillian Pikora
Torrington, CT
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Pandemic Taking Toll On Marriages, Relationships COVID-19: Pandemic Taking Toll On Marriages, Relationships
Covid-19: Pandemic Taking Toll On Marriages, Relationships The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is taking its toll on married couples that have been forced to self-quarantine and socially distance themselves. According to experts, the stress of being inside 24 hours a day, coupled with financial stress due to COVID-19, and having kids constantly at home, can take a toll on a marriage or relationship. There has been an uptick in divorces in China, where the outbreak originated, and though that has not yet been the case stateside, the issue may be coming as the pandemic hits its 54th day. "It's really a pressure cooker," Certified Life and Rela…

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by Zak Failla
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family It’s hard to say goodbye to summer. Heading back into the school routine can create more stress for everyone in the family. Busy schedules, academic pressure, and lack of sleep can raise anxiety levels. Furthermore, we have less time to relax and connect with each other. With that in mind, here are some strategies to ease the transition back into the school year. Build the family’s resilience and positivity. Resilience is our ability to bounce back from difficult events or emotions. The more resilient we are, the more we can handle the stress of the busy school year. Fortunately, there ar…

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Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family It’s hard to say goodbye to summer. Heading back into the school routine can create more stress for everyone in the family. Busy schedules, academic pressure, and lack of sleep can raise anxiety levels. Furthermore, we have less time to relax and connect with each other. With that in mind, here are some strategies to ease the transition back into the school year. Build the family’s resilience and positivity. Resilience is our ability to bounce back from difficult events or emotions. The more resilient we are, the more we can handle the stress of the busy school year. Fortunately, there ar…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Monroe, NY
Lifestyle
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family
Back-to-School Strategies For The Whole Family It’s hard to say goodbye to summer. Heading back into the school routine can create more stress for everyone in the family. Busy schedules, academic pressure, and lack of sleep can raise anxiety levels. Furthermore, we have less time to relax and connect with each other. With that in mind, here are some strategies to ease the transition back into the school year. Build the family’s resilience and positivity. Resilience is our ability to bounce back from difficult events or emotions. The more resilient we are, the more we can handle the stress of the busy school year. Fortunately, there ar…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy