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Westchester's Mike West Sr., Lifelong Friend To Many, Dies: Memorial Fund Made In His Name
A Westchester native and former football player known throughout his community is being remembered for his big heart, wisdom, and lifelong dedication to family, friends, and teammates following his death.
Michael West Sr., a lifelong resident of New Rochelle and a celebrated athlete, died on Thursday, Dec. 26 at the age of 61.
According to his lifelong friend Robert "Sonny" Fernandez, West played football at every level from youth leagues to Southern Connecticut State University and left a lasting impression on countless lives with his warm smile, big heart, and ability to…
College Gymnast Dies After Suffering Spinal Cord Injury In Practice
A member of the Southern Connecticut State University women's gymnastics team died after suffering a spinal cord injury in practice.
Melanie Coleman, 20, died on Sunday, Nov. 10 after the incident while she was practicing on the bars at the university's campus in New Haven on Friday, Nov. 8.
Coleman, a junior, came to Southern Connecticut State from Jonathan Law High School in Milford, Connecticut, where, as a team captain, she was the program's most valuable player and all-state selection.
As a freshman at SCSU for the 2017-18 season she joined her sister, Tiffany, who was a so…
