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Rocker Rick Davies Dies, Supertramp Co-Founder Rocker Rick Davies Dies, Supertramp Co-Founder
Rocker Rick Davies Dies, Supertramp Co-Founder Rick Davies, the gravelly-voiced pianist, songwriter, and co-founder who powered Supertramp’s distinctive sound, has died. The band announced the 81-year-old's death Saturday, Sept. 6, on social media, saying it came "after battling Multiple Myeloma for over 10 years.”  “His soulful vocals and unmistakable touch on the Wurlitzer became the heartbeat of the bands’ sound,” the group wrote, adding that his music “bears testament to the fact that great songs never die.”  They also remembered his “warmth, resilience, and devotion to his wife Sue,” his partner of more than five decades…
‘Heart Of His Home’: Fairfield Rallies To Support Family After Father's Sudden Death ‘Heart Of His Home’: Fairfield Rallies To Support Family After Father's Sudden Death
‘Heart Of His Home’: Fairfield Rallies To Support Family After Father's Sudden Death Residents of a Connecticut community are coming together in a show of compassion and solidarity following the sudden death of a longtime local and beloved father. He was just 60 years old.  Jim Paladino, of Fairfield, remembered as a devoted husband, father of three, and cherished community figure, died unexpectedly on May 20, leaving behind a grieving family and stunned town. In the days since his passing, neighbors, friends, and even strangers have mobilized to help the Paladino family as they navigate their loss. A GoFundMe for them has raised more than $33,000 as of Friday, May 30.…
Man Admits To Falling Asleep, Fatally Striking College Student With Car In Red Hook: DA Man Admits To Falling Asleep, Fatally Striking College Student With Car In Red Hook: DA
Man Admits To Falling Asleep, Fatally Striking College Student With Car In Red Hook: DA A man who fell asleep at the wheel has pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide for causing the crash that killed a 24-year-old college student and talented pianist in Dutchess County, prosecutors announced.  Rohan Patrick, 41, entered the guilty plea on Tuesday, March 26 in Dutchess County Court, admitting to driving a vehicle in a criminally negligent manner on May 25, 2024, when he struck and killed Bard College student Ling Hong Nguyen in Red Hook, Dutchess County District Attorney Anthony Parisi announced on Thursday, March 27. On the day of the crash, Patrick was driving a…
Edward 'Ted' Armstrong, 89, Was Best Known For His Piano Playing Edward 'Ted' Armstrong, 89, Was Best Known For His Piano Playing
Edward 'Ted' Armstrong, 89, Was Best Known For His Piano Playing Edward (Ted) Armstrong passed away peacefully on July 17. He was 89 years old.  Born in Reading, MA, he grew up in Hamden, CT, graduated from Hamden High School, and attended Colgate University, where he was a music major and the piano accompanist for the glee club.  During a joint concert with Elmira College’s glee club, he met his future wife, Connie. Ted went on to a career at IBM which lasted 30 years. Anyone who met Ted would remark about his charm and keen conversational skills. He also surprised folks with his dry sense of humor.  Ted is best known for his piano play…
School District In Hudson Valley Welcomes 28 New Teachers School District In Hudson Valley Welcomes 28 New Teachers
School District In Hudson Valley Welcomes 28 New Teachers A Hudson Valley school district is kicking off the school year by welcoming 28 new teachers. The Brewster Central School District in Putnam County announced on Wednesday, Aug. 31, that the new teachers have been completing "New Employee Orientation" this summer and have been assigned mentors to guide them as they get started. "The backgrounds of the teachers vary; they come from different districts and have different levels of experience," the district said. "But one thing they have in common is that–they are all excited to teach in Brewster schools." School officials said Cynthia Corona a…
Jimmy Rambo, Beloved Gloucester County Police Officer, Saxophonist, Died Of Coronavirus Jimmy Rambo, Beloved Gloucester County Police Officer, Saxophonist, Died Of Coronavirus
Jimmy Rambo, Beloved Gloucester County Police Officer, Saxophonist, Died Of Coronavirus A retired detective sergeant from Monroe Township who loved to play the saxophone has died from complications of COVID-19, according to the police department. A. James Rambo died on Friday at the age of 76. "Jimmy was a friend, mentor, and brother to us all. He knew every officer in town, as he was very involved with the FOP and was always there to greet you with that smile and laugh we all know," the department said on its Facebook page. Det. Sgt. Rambo served his community in Gloucester County faithfully for 25 years as a Monroe Township police officer.  Rambo spent time in patrol,…
Lifelong GE Marketing, Ad Manager Karl L. Koss Of Southport, 91, Was An Accomplished Pianist Lifelong GE Marketing, Ad Manager Karl L. Koss Of Southport, 91, Was An Accomplished Pianist
Lifelong GE Marketing, Ad Manager Karl L. Koss Of Southport, 91, Was An Accomplished Pianist Karl L. Koss, 91, died peacefully at his home in Southport on Oct. 2. He was predeceased by his wife, Janet. He leaves a son, W. Judson Koss with his wife Pamela, as well as a daughter, Gretchen Koss-DeFrank with her wife Polly, along with five grandchildren and two sons-in-law. Surviving family also includes two brothers, Warren Koss and his wife Patricia of North Carolina and Clarence Koss and his wife Helen of New Hampshire. Karl was a 1951 graduate of Bates College in Lewiston, ME, an accomplished curler, a passionate gardener and a lifelong marketing and advertising manager at General…
Funeral Arrangements Set For Isabella Café Of Emerson, 17 Funeral Arrangements Set For Isabella Café Of Emerson, 17
Funeral Arrangements Set For Isabella Café Of Emerson, 17 A funeral Mass is scheduled Wednesday for a 17-year-old Emerson girl. Isabella Café, who was described as both a talented singer and pianist, died suddenly Thursday night. Visiting hours are from 2  to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road in Westwood, (201) 664-0292.The funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Church of the Assumption, 29 Jefferson Ave. in Emerson. The oldest of three children, Isabella turned 17 on Oct. 3.  Those who knew the 11th-grader called her beautiful and talented. "She came from a wonderful…
Hackensack Laborers Seek Home For Piano Saved From Demolition Hackensack Laborers Seek Home For Piano Saved From Demolition
Hackensack Laborers Seek Home For Piano Saved From Demolition Construction officials are hoping to find a new home for a piano left in a Hackensack rubble pile. The piano appears to be in good shape and was salvaged from the Main Street buildings being demolished as part of the rehabilitation project. Officials are trying hard to give the piano away so they won't have to demolish it next week during cleanup. Stop by the State Street fence to give it a whirl. The piano is free, but the recipient will have to lug it home. BOB LEAFE CONTRIBUTED TO THIS STORY.