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'Absolute Maniacs': Rob Gronkowski Talks Of His Friendship With Fan Ejected From World Series 'Absolute Maniacs': Rob Gronkowski Talks Of His Friendship With Fan Ejected From World Series
'Absolute Maniacs': Rob Gronkowski Talks Of His Friendship With Fan Ejected From World Series Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski was college friends with the Connecticut Yankees fan ejected from the World Series this week. The four-time Super Bowl champion said watching the 38-year-old rip the ball from the glove of a Dodger's outfielder was true to form to the man he knew.  In a podcast interview with Bleacher Report, "Gronk" talked about his friendship with Austin Capobianco, the New Haven County man who gained infamy after he yanked the ball from Mookie Betts' glove during Game 4 on Tuesday, Oct. 29.  Original Report: Branford Man Who Ripped Ball From Mookie Bett…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Mugshot Released: Suspected NJ Drunk Driver Who Killed NHL Star, Brother Mugshot Released: Suspected NJ Drunk Driver Who Killed NHL Star, Brother
Mugshot Released: Suspected NJ Drunk Driver Who Killed NHL Star, Brother The mugshot was released for the Woodstown man accused of driving drunk, killing an NHL star and his brother. The Salem County Correctional Facility released the mugshot of 43-year-old Sean Higgins to Newsweek. Higgins was charged with two counts of death by auto in the Thursday, Aug. 29 crash that killed Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Johnny, 31, played for the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Calgary Flames. Matthew, 29, was a boys hockey head coach at the brothers' alma mater of Gloucester Catholic High School. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was among countless ho…

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by Chris Spiker
Obituaries
Tony Voce, First Philly Native To Star For Flyers Organization, Dies At 43 Tony Voce, First Philly Native To Star For Flyers Organization, Dies At 43
Tony Voce, First Philly Native To Star For Flyers Organization, Dies At 43 Tony Voce, the first Philadelphia native to play in the Flyers organization, died suddenly Monday, July 8, following an esteemed career representing his hometown franchise for years. The Lehigh Valley Phantoms announced Voce's death, noting he was a former Calder Cup Champion and running down his impressive and historic career. A cause of death was not made public. We are incredibly saddened to share the news of the passing of our dear friend, coach, and mentor Tony Voce. Your... Posted by Philadelphia Flyers Warriors on Monday, July 8, 2024 "We are incredibly saddened to sha…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Man Who Stole Cash From Players At Watertown Hockey Rink Wanted By Police Man Who Stole Cash From Players At Watertown Hockey Rink Wanted By Police
Man Who Stole Cash From Players At Watertown Hockey Rink Wanted By Police UPDATE: Watertown Police have identified the suspect involved in this investigation. Watertown Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect who allegedly stole money from people at a local hockey rink. Police said the man stole an undisclosed amount of cash from players by going into a locker room at the John A. Ryan Skating Arena in Watertown around 6:50 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5.  ***ID Needed*** The Watertown Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person pictured... Posted by Watertown Police Department on Monday, February 13, 2023…

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by David Cifarelli
Lifestyle
Medway Father, Veteran Diagnosed With ALS Met With Surge Of Support Medway Father, Veteran Diagnosed With ALS Met With Surge Of Support
Medway Father, Veteran Diagnosed With ALS Met With Surge Of Support Only months after being diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), an active Medway father now requires a wheelchair and communication technology but is being flooded with support by his community.  Mike Chenette was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease in September 2022 just before his 57th birthday, according to a GoFundMe created to support Chenette and his family. The fundraiser has generated over $100,000 to support the family while Chenette continues to deteriorate.  Chenette attended Quincy High School and West Point before serving in the army. He was deplo…

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by Morgan Gonzales
News
16-Year-Old Massachusetts Hockey Player Killed In Weekend Rollover Crash 16-Year-Old Massachusetts Hockey Player Killed In Weekend Rollover Crash
16-Year-Old Massachusetts Hockey Player Killed In Weekend Rollover Crash A 16-year-old hockey player from Southern Massachusetts tragically lost his life in a weekend car crash.  Dylan Quinn, of Rehoboth, was killed in the crash that happened on Myrick Street in Berkley around 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 15, according to officials.  Berkley Fire and Rescue responded to the single-vehicle crash to find the car had flipped onto its roof in them middle of the street, Chief Scott Fournier reports.  The DRS Hockey family is shocked and saddened by the loss of a friend and teammate to many of our boys, Dylan Quinn. We... Posted by DRS Hockey on Monday, January 16,…

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by David Cifarelli
Sports
Former Boston Bruins Captain, Defenseman Zdeno Chara Announces Retirement Former Boston Bruins Captain, Defenseman Zdeno Chara Announces Retirement
Former Boston Bruins Captain, Defenseman Zdeno Chara Announces Retirement Boston Bruins captain and defenseman Zdeno Chara is retiring after 25 years in the National Hockey League (NHL), Chara said on Instagram. The 45-year-old will sign a one-day contract TD Garden on the afternoon of Tuesday, Sept. 20 so he could retired as a Bruin.  "There are so many people that have helped contribute to my success, including all of you, and I look forward to properly thanking everyone this afternoon," he wrote.  The Slovakia native has played 14 of his 25 seasons with the Bruins and was part of the team that won the Stanley Cup in 2011. He ends his career with the most game…

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by David Cifarelli