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McDaniel’s Winningest Coach Kevin Curley Dies At 54 After Cancer Battle That United Community
For months, Coach Kevin Curley’s community followed every update. The Johns Hopkins stays. The feeding tube. The chemotherapy. The hopeful return home. The prayers, donations, letters, and messages from the people he spent more than 30 years coaching, mentoring, and shaping. On Wednesday, May 27, that fight came to an end. Curley, the winningest men’s basketball coach in McDaniel College history, died at 54 after a battle with metastatic esophageal cancer, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe campaign created for his family. He was surrounded in his final hours by his wife, Alliso…
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Jamie Lee Curtis Mourns Death Of Older Sister, Actress Kelly Curtis, 69
A Hollywood family with deep roots on screen is mourning one of its own. Kelly Curtis, an actress and the eldest child of Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, died Saturday, May 30, at her home, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Click here for a new, updated story: Cause Of Death Released For Jamie Lee Curtis' Sister, Actress Kelly Curtis, 69 She was 69. A cause of death was not immediately released. Her younger sister, Jamie Lee Curtis, announced the death in an Instagram post on Saturday morning. "A warm aloha to my older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. She passed away this morning. I…
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Support Floods In For Fallen Mass Firefighter Killed In Line Of Duty As Community Honors Hero
A beloved Boston firefighter who died while rushing to save others will be laid to rest next week, as support pours in for his grieving family through a non-profit and fundraising campaign that's drawing in tributes from across the state. The Boston Fire Department announced that the wake for Rescue Company 2 firefighter Robert T. “BK” Kilduff Jr. will be held Sunday, May 31, at Saint Theresa of Avila Church in West Roxbury from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. A uniformed member walkthrough is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. His funeral Mass will take place Monday, June 1, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the…
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Sonny Rollins Dies: Groundbreaking Musician
One of jazz’s most towering voices has gone silent. Sonny Rollins, the tenor saxophonist known as the "Saxophone Colossus," died Monday, May 25, at his home in Woodstock, New York, in Ulster County in the Hudson Valley, his family announced on social media. He was 95. It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Sonny Rollins. The Saxophone Colossus died this afternoon at his home in Woodstock, NY at the age of 95. 1/2 https://t.co/6AGmFrB7x4 pic.twitter.com/OA0PzpPfGR — Sonny Rollins (@sonnyrollins) May 26, 2026 Rollins had stopped performing more than a de…
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Actor Grizz Chapman Dies At 52: Fan Favorite Best Known For Role On '30 Rock'
A familiar face from one of TV’s sharpest comedies is being remembered for more than the laughs. Grizz Chapman, the actor best known for playing Grizz on NBC’s "30 Rock," died Friday, May 22, at age 52. TMZ first reported Chapman’s death, citing his longtime representative, Saideh A. Brown. A cause of death was not disclosed by his representative. Chapman’s cousin, Harlem Globetrotter Donte "Hammer" Harrison, wrote on Instagram that Chapman died in his sleep after years of illness and dialysis. View this post on Instagram Chapman, born Grizz…
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Former Mass Rep. Barney Frank Dead At 86: Liberal Icon, Gay Pioneer Led Wall Street Reform
Former US Rep. Barney Frank, one of the most influential Democrats of his generation and a key architect of Wall Street reform after the 2008 financial crisis, has died at 86. Frank died Tuesday night, May 19, after spending recent months in hospice care at his home in Ogunquit, Maine, where he was being treated for congestive heart failure, according to The New York Times. The Massachusetts Democrat served in the House of Representatives from 1981 to 2013. He chaired the House Financial Services Committee from 2007 to 2011 during the nation’s financial crisis. Frank became nationally know…
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Body Found In Connecticut River ID’d As Missing Western Mass Man
A body pulled from the Connecticut River earlier this month has been identified as a Massachusetts man who vanished in January. Officials said Monday, May 18, that Donald Plasse, 63, of Holyoke, was the person found near the Chester-Lyme Ferry on May 9. Plasse had been missing since Jan. 13 following an incident near the Connecticut River in South Hadley, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. The discovery happened around 12:25 p.m. when a vessel traveling on the river reported seeing a body in the water, officials said. Environmental Conservation…
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‘Profound Loss’: Andover Woman, NY College Soccer Player Killed In Boston Boat Crash Honored
A former New York college soccer player and Massachusetts native killed in a Boston Harbor boat crash is being remembered as a devoted friend with a bright future ahead of her. Elizabeth “Lizzie” Dankert, 24, of Andover, was critically injured around 11:20 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, when the boat she was riding in crashed into a pier near Logan Airport, throwing her and three others onto the rocky shoreline, authorities said. Paramedics rushed Dankert to Massachusetts General Hospital, where she died early Thursday morning. Two 23-year-old women and the 40-year-old boat owner were injured in t…
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Mass Native Who Spent Retirement Protecting Children Dies Tragically
Jean M. Schultz, a cherished North Jersey crossing guard killed this week while helping children cross the street, is being remembered for the kindness, warmth, and care she brought to local families. Schultz died Monday, May 4 at her post in Woodland Park. She was 80 years old. Born in Lawrence, MA, on Oct. 8, 1945, Schultz spent most of her adult life in Kearny before moving to Woodland Park 20 years ago, according to her obituary on the Prout Funeral Home website. She worked for many years at The Bank of New York and later at Chase Bank before retiring and becoming a cros…
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Western Mass Motocross Rider, 17, Killed In Practice Crash; Community Mourns Rising Star
A teenage Massachusetts motocross rider who built a reputation on local tracks has died after a crash during practice, leaving a tight-knit racing community reeling. They're coming together to help his family manage this dark time. Alex Mechachonis, 17, of Granville, was killed in a crash at a motocross practice track in Brookfield called MX23 on April 28, according to authorities. Circumstances around the crash are under investigation. “There are no words to describe the heartbreak and sadness we all feel here at MX23!” managers of the track where he died wrote in a Facebook post on …
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Cause Of Death Released For 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Actor Patrick Muldoon, 57
The cause of death for actor Patrick Muldoon, best known for his roles on "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," has been revealed. Muldoon, 57, died suddenly at his Beverly Hills, California, home on Sunday, April 19. According to his death certificate, viewed by People, his death was caused by a myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack. The document also lists pulmonary embolism and hereditary coagulopathy as contributing factors. Original report: Actor Patrick Muldoon Dies Suddenly At 57: Starred On 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Hereditary coagulopathy is a gen…
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Woman Allegedly Killed By Award-Winning UMass Amherst Chef Remembered As Loving Mom
Friends and loved ones of a 31-year-old Massachusetts woman who police say was beaten to death by her husband in a hotel room are rallying to help her 10-year-old daughter and her beloved dogs. Jeffrey MacDonald, 36, of Wilbraham, faces murder and assault charges after police say he killed his wife, Emma MacDonald, at Hotel UMass in Amherst on Wednesday, April 22. Police responded around 7:45 p.m. to Room 413 after reports from neighboring rooms of a woman screaming and crying. When they arrived, Emma was dead, and Jeffrey MacDonald attacked one of the officers, authorities said. After poli…
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Democratic Congressman Dies After 20 Years In Office
David Scott, a 12-term Democratic congressman has died. His death was confirmed Wednesday, April 22, by his office and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The 80-year-old Scott represented Georgia’s 13th Congressional District, which includes parts of metro Atlanta, since 2003. Known for his focus on economic development, civil rights, and veterans’ affairs, Scott was a trailblazer in Congress and a respected advocate for his constituents. He was the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee, Scott’s political career spanned nearly five decades. Before joinin…
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Washington Post Editor Found Dead After Layoff: Reports
Dan Eggen, a Pulitzer-prizewinning reporter and longtime Washington Post editor, was found dead at 60 years, the outlet reports. Eggen was laid off earlier this year in a round of mass cuts. His ex-wife, Stephanie Armour, confirmed Eggen's death to the Washington Post. No foul play is suspected and a formal cause is pending an autopsy. A GoFundMe created by Jenna Johnson for Eggen's children, Madeleine and Max, had a goal of raising $45,000. Eggen joined The Washington Post in 1997, starting as a Metro reporter before covering the Justice Department, national security, and the Wh…
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Rif Hutton Dies: Beloved Actor Starred On 'Doogie Howser,' 'JAG'
Rif Hutton, a veteran actor best known for his roles on "Doogie Howser, M.D." and "JAG," has died. Hutton's death at age 73 came on Saturday, April 18, at his home in Pasadena, California, following a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Hutton was a prolific performer with a career spanning decades. He played Dr. Ron Welch, a recurring character and close friend of Neil Patrick Harris’s character on "Doogie Howser, M.D.," appearing in 17 episodes from 1989 to 1993. On "JAG," he portrayed Lt. Cmdr. Alan Mattoni in five epi…
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10-Year-Old Killed In Central Mass Crash Remembered As ‘Pure Light,' 'Full Of Promise'
A Massachusetts community is coming together to remember a 10-year-old girl who was killed over the weekend in a car crash. Loved ones described the fourth-grader as "pure light." Marleigh Guevara died after being struck shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, on School Street in Webster, police said. Guevara was a student at Park Avenue Elementary School in Webster. Grief counselors were on hand Monday if students needed them. "We are heartbroken at the loss of one of our young 4th-grade students, Marleigh, whose life was tragically cut short in an accident," Webster…
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'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone'
An Irish actor known in the US for his role in "Game of Thrones" has died from a rare neurological condition. Michael Patrick, whose real name was Michael Campbell, died on Tuesday, April 7, at Northern Ireland Hospice. The 35-year-old was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in February 2023. Patrick's wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Wednesday, April 8. "He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there," Sheehan wrote. "He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Words can't describe how br…
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Mass Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’
A young mother who made everyone feel “so special, so seen, and so deeply loved” is being remembered across her community as support pours in for her family after her death. Lara Roche, 39, of Milton and formerly of Stoneham, died on Easter Sunday, surrounded by her loving family and close friends, after battling a rare cancer. She leaves behind her husband, Kenneth Roche, and their three children, Paige, 9, Caroline, 7, and Luke, 4. In the wake of her death, the community has come together to support them. Loved ones have created a GoFundMe to help the family as they face life without he…
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Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Starred In 'The World According To Garp'
Actress Mary Beth Hurt, known for her distinguished work on stage and screen, has died. Hurt passed away on Saturday, March 28, at an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, following a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 79. Her death was confirmed by her husband, writer-director Paul Schrader, and their daughter, Molly Schrader, on social media, where they expressed comfort that she is "no longer suffering and reunited with her sisters in peace." Born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, Hurt rose to prominence…
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Missing Mass Man Found Dead In Crystal Lake After 6-Month Search
The body of a Central Massachusetts man who had been missing for nearly six months has been found. Leonard Mercury, 57, of Acton, was recovered from Crystal Lake in Gardner on Wednesday, March 25, the Worcester County District Attorney's Office said. Gardner Police used drones to search the lake. During that aerial sweep, investigators spotted what appeared to be a body in the water. The Massachusetts State Police Dive Team then recovered the remains. Mercury went missing around 2 a.m. on Oct. 31, 2025, after leaving a Gardner hospital. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determ…
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Body Of Missing Mass College Student Found In CT Lake After Boat Capsizes: 'It's Time To Heal'
Crews have recovered the body of a 20-year-old man after a dayslong search in a Connecticut lake where the canoe he was in capsized. Dominick Joseph Tocci, of Woodstock, was aboard a canoe on Lake Hayward in East Haddam around 10 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, with a fellow 20-year-old College of the Holy Cross student. It's unclear what caused the boat to flip, but both men went into the water. A paddle boater rescued the other man, but Tocci remained missing. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection led the search effort. Multiple agencies across the region sent equ…
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Valerie Perrine Dies: Oscar-Nominated Actress Best-Known For Roles In 'Superman,' 'Lenny'
Valerie Perrine, the Oscar-nominated actress and former Las Vegas showgirl who captivated audiences with her role as Lex Luthor’s witty and charming accomplice in the "Superman" films, has died. Perrine's death at age 82 came on Monday, March 23, at her home in Beverly Hills after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. She was first diagnosed in 2015, and her courageous fight was chronicled in the 2020 documentary "Valerie." Perrine gained widespread recognition for playing Eve Teschmacher in "Superman" (1978) and "Superman II" (1980), in which her character famously saved Superman. Beyo…
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Kiki Shepard Dies Suddenly: Popular TV Host, Broadway Star
Kiki Shepard, the legendary co-host of "Showtime at the Apollo," died suddenly at age 74 after suffering a massive heart attack in Los Angeles on Monday, March 16, her representative confirmed. Born Chiquita Renee Shepard in northeast Texas, Shepard became a cornerstone of Black entertainment and a guiding light for generations of performers. She was best known for her 15-year run on "Showtime at the Apollo" from 1987 to 2002, where she earned the nickname "Apollo Queen of Fashion" for her signature elegance and style. Shepard co-hosted alongside stars like Steve Harvey, Sinbad, and M…
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Whistleblower Alexander Butterfield Dies: Revealed Nixon’s Secret Tapes During Watergate
Alexander Butterfield, the former White House aide whose testimony revealed the existence of President Richard Nixon’s secret taping system and changed the course of American history, has died. The 99-year-old Butterfield's death came on Monday, March 9, at his home in the La Jolla neighborhood of San Diego. “He had the heavy responsibility of revealing something he was sworn to secrecy on, which is the installation of the Nixon taping system,” former White House counsel John Dean said, according to The Washington Post. “He stood up and told the truth.” Butterfield is best remembered…
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Cape Cod Tragedy: Community Rallies After 2 Mass Fishermen Killed In Boat Sinking
The Massachusetts fishing community is mourning the loss of two fishermen killed when their boat sank off Cape Cod last week. Angel Luis Nieves, 37, and Truitt Holcomb Jr., 61, both of New Bedford, were aboard the scallop boat Yankee Rose about two miles off Provincetown on Thursday, March 5, when it capsized and sank, state authorities said. There were no survivors. Nieves was an engaged father of four, according to a GoFundMe created to support his family. "He loved the ocean; it was his passion," the fundraiser said. "But more than that, he loved God and his family. He worked so hard ev…
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Neil Sedaka Dies After Sudden Medical Emergency: Celebrated Singer-Songwriter
Neil Sedaka, the legendary singer-songwriter behind timeless hits like "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died. According to Variety, the 86-year-old Sedaka's death on Friday, Feb. 27, came after a sudden medical emergency “Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Neil Sedaka,” his family said in a statement according to Variety. “A true rock and roll legend, an inspiration to millions, but most importantly, at least to those of us who were lucky enough to know him, an incredible human being who will be deep…
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Bill Mazeroski, Pirates Legend Who Hit 1960 World Series Game 7 Walk-Off, Dies At 89
Pittsburgh Pirate legend Bill Mazeroski — who clubbed one of the greatest and most famous home runs in World Series history — died at the age of 89 in Pennsylvania. The Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards during his career is best known for his Game 7 home run in the 1960 World Series when he took Ralph Terry deep in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Pirates a 10-9 championship win over the New York Yankees. 10/13/60: Bill Mazeroski hits a dramatic walk-off home run to win the World Series for the Pirates against the Yankees in Game 7 MLB "It …
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'Heat,' 'Manhunter' Star,
Ct-n
ative Tom Noonan Dead At 74
Tom Noonan, a prolific character actor with credits dating back more than 40 years, has died. The Greenwich native was 74. Director Fred Dekker announced his death on Facebook on Wednesday, Feb. 18, saying the 6-feet-5-inch-tall actor had died last week. He did not provide a cause of death. Noonan built a long and memorable career in film, television, and theater. His film credits include playing a crime boss in “RoboCop 2,” an assassin in “Last Action Hero,” a hacker in “Heat,” and a serial killer in “Manhunter.” Famed director Michael Mann, who directed hi…
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Mass Couple ID’d As Husband, Wife Killed After Falling Through Ice On Cape Cod
A Massachusetts couple who died after falling through ice on a Cape Cod beach on Valentine's Day met as teenagers and were high school sweethearts, their family said. Kit Boucher, 71, and Jerry Boucher, 72, were walking along First Encounter Beach in Eastham around 9 a.m. when the ice gave way beneath their feet, authorities said. Eastham police responded to the Bee’s River area after receiving a report of a loose dog in the parking lot that was wet and appeared distressed. An officer arrived to hear Kit Boucher screaming for help after she'd fallen through the ice, authorities said. …
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Police ID Man Killed After Car Dragged Him In Western Mass Hit-Run; Police Investigating
Authorities have identified the 69-year-old man killed this week after he was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Western Massachusetts. William S. Colbert was struck sometime between 11:33 p.m. and 11:49 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10, in the area of Linden Street/Francis Avenue area of Pittsfield, the Berkshire County District Attorney's Office said. Investigators said he was pulled beneath the car and was trapped for some time before being released around 1350 West Housatonic Street, authorities said. The driver did not stop to call for help. Pittsfield police are asking the pu…
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Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ben Stiller Pay Respect To CT Native James Van Der Beek
Popular actor who was one of the biggest stars of the late 1990s, James Van Der Beek, has died following a long public battle with colorectal cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 11. He was just 48 years old. While Van Der Beek kept fans up on his treatment, successes, and setbacks, news of the former "Dawson's Creek" star's death still hit many hard. Several former co-stars, colleagues, and fans have released remembrances of the actor, father of six, and Chesire, Connecticut, native. Chad Michael Murray, a fellow 1990s heartthrob, called Van Der Beek an inspiration. "Sending love an…
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