Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities
Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities A Long Island man was arrested after his dog was found infested with flies and suffering from open wounds, authorities said. Cecilio Matthews, 50, of Bellport, was charged with several counts of animal cruelty under state and county laws, the Suffolk County SPCA said Wednesday, Aug. 26. Investigators determined earlier in the month that Matthews had failed to care for his 10-year-old mutt, Seven, leaving the dog neglected in a yard, according to the SPCA. Seven was found underweight, infested with flies, and with open wounds to his ears and neck, the SPCA said. He was taken to a local anim…
NJ State Champ HS Football Coach Suspended Ahead Of Nationally Televised Opener: Reports NJ State Champ HS Football Coach Suspended Ahead Of Nationally Televised Opener: Reports
NJ State Champ HS Football Coach Suspended Ahead Of Nationally Televised Opener: Reports St. Joseph Montvale football coach Augie Hoffmann has been suspended for the first two games of the 2026 season, including the Green Knights' nationally televised opener against Mount Carmel in Chicago on Friday, Aug. 28, on ESPN, according to multiple news reports. The reigning Non-Public A state champion coach was suspended over a personnel matter involving a violation of school policies governing preseason activities, NJ Advance Media reports citing emails sent to families. Hoffmann previously served a two-game suspension in 2018 following a brawl in the final minutes of St. Joe's 2…
Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know
Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know An 8-year-old girl has died after a devastating illness linked to a summertime family outing. Lillian Smart of the city of Ruston in north-central Louisiana died Saturday, Aug. 22, after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a rare organism commonly known as the “brain-eating” amoeba, according to her family and multiple reports.  “The injuries to her brain were too severe for her little body to recover from,” the family wrote in a post on Facebook. “Everyone did everything they could to keep her here. We are heartbroken and honestly do not know what to do next. How do we put one foot in fron…
Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong' Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong'
Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong' A Halloween item aimed at children has disappeared from a major retailer’s shelves after a wave of criticism prompted an unusually blunt corporate apology. Target acknowledged Monday, Aug. 24, that it had removed a children’s clown costume after critics said its appearance evoked racist minstrel-show imagery. “As a company, we know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry," Target said in a statement. "The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our assortment. It is no longer available for sale.  "We know this is especially hurtful for our Black guests, team members…
'M*A*S*H'  Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies 'M*A*S*H'  Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies
'M*A*S*H' Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies Mike Farrell is sharing a deeply personal tribute after losing his wife and partner of more than four decades. Click here for a new, updated story: Cause Of Death Released For Shelley Fabares, TV Sitcom Star The 87-year-old “M*A*S*H” star spoke out following the death of actress and singer Shelley Fabares, who died Saturday, Aug. 22, in Los Angeles at age 82. She was surrounded by loved ones. Farrell joined Fabares’ family in announcing her death Monday, Aug. 24, while remembering the woman whose television and film career spanned decades. “We are heartbroken by her loss, yet profoundly…
Rutgers Dean Placed On Leave Following  'Disturbing' Upskirt Accusation, University Says Rutgers Dean Placed On Leave Following  'Disturbing' Upskirt Accusation, University Says
Rutgers Dean Placed On Leave Following 'Disturbing' Upskirt Accusation, University Says A Rutgers University dean has been placed on leave amid accusations he surreptitiously took recorded "upskirt" videos while working at the school, university officials said. Joshua Kohut, 51, of Cranbury, dean of research at Rutgers' School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, was arrested and charged with fourth-degree invasion of privacy, New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Criminal Justice announced. “The defendant is alleged to have used his mobile phone to record ‘upskirt’ videos without his victim’s knowledge,” Davenport said. “An invasion of privac…
Cause Of Death Revealed For American Legend, Worldwide Superstar Dolly Parton Cause Of Death Revealed For American Legend, Worldwide Superstar Dolly Parton
Cause Of Death Revealed For American Legend, Worldwide Superstar Dolly Parton New details have emerged about what claimed the life of one of America’s most beloved entertainment figures. Dolly Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, after a brief battle with cancer, her representatives confirmed, according to People. The country music legend was 80. Parton died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by loved ones. Her nephew Bryan Seaver had announced her death earlier Tuesday in a video posted to Parton’s Instagram account, but the initial announcement did not identify a cause. View this post on Instagram Parton had dea…
Journalist's Viral Courtroom Wink Cost Her VF Credentials At Lindsay Clancy Trial: Report Journalist's Viral Courtroom Wink Cost Her VF Credentials At Lindsay Clancy Trial: Report
Journalist's Viral Courtroom Wink Cost Her VF Credentials At Lindsay Clancy Trial: Report A New York City journalist who says she grew up with Lindsay Clancy is going viral after cameras caught her smiling and winking from the courtroom during the Massachusetts mother's triple-murder trial. Brittany Romano, a Wallingford, CT, native, was seated in the courtroom gallery wearing a green dress and Vanity Fair media credentials on Monday, Aug. 24, when a live Court TV camera panned toward her. The moment quickly spread across social media, drawing backlash from viewers. Romano later said she was laughing because of her personal connection to Clancy and that the two had looked at eac…
Snapchat Addicts Kids, Lies About Sex, Drug Content, Lawsuit Claims Snapchat Addicts Kids, Lies About Sex, Drug Content, Lawsuit Claims
Snapchat Addicts Kids, Lies About Sex, Drug Content, Lawsuit Claims Snapchat was designed to hook children with disappearing messages, endless scrolling, late-night alerts, and friendship streaks — then marketed as safe for 13-year-olds while sexual, drug-related, and suicide content remained easy to find, Pennsylvania’s attorney general alleges. Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a lawsuit against Snapchat owner Snap Inc. on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Daily Voice obtained the redacted 49-page complaint, which was filed in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas under Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. You can read the complaint in…
Dolly Parton Dies: Entertainment Icon Touched Millions Over Decades With Her Songs, Spirit Dolly Parton Dies: Entertainment Icon Touched Millions Over Decades With Her Songs, Spirit
Dolly Parton Dies: Entertainment Icon Touched Millions Over Decades With Her Songs, Spirit One of America’s most recognizable and beloved entertainers, whose songs, humor, and generosity crossed generations, has died. Click here for a new, updated story: Cause Of Death Revealed For Entertainment Icon, American Legend Dolly Parton Country music legend Dolly Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, in Nashville, Tennessee, at age 80, her nephew Brian Seaver announced in a video posted to Parton’s Instagram account. She died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, according to the family.  Parton’s death came after a period of health problems that had forced her to step back from several …
Family Speaks Out After BF Says ‘Demon’ Made Him Kill College Soccer Star Family Speaks Out After BF Says ‘Demon’ Made Him Kill College Soccer Star
Family Speaks Out After BF Says ‘Demon’ Made Him Kill College Soccer Star The family of a soccer player stabbed to death by her boyfriend after he claimed a “demon” told him to do it is speaking out, calling the 18-year-old's killing a “parent’s worst nightmare” as nearly $60,000 has poured in to build a legacy in her name. “This is a parent’s worst nightmare. It has been devastating for family, friends, and the whole community,” Karoline Heintz's family said in a statement released through Pennsylvania State Police. “Karoline was loved by all. She was a kind, smart, beautiful girl. We want justice for our ‘sweet’ Karoline.” The family asked for privacy as they …
Man Learns Fate After Attempting To Sexually Assault Teen During Robbery: Monmouth Prosecutor Man Learns Fate After Attempting To Sexually Assault Teen During Robbery: Monmouth Prosecutor
Man Learns Fate After Attempting To Sexually Assault Teen During Robbery: Monmouth Prosecutor A 48-year-old Freehold man was sentenced to 40 years in prison after being convicted of attempting to sexually assault a 19-year-old woman during a robbery, authorities announced Tuesday, Aug. 25. Anthony Burke was previously convicted of attempted aggravated sexual assault, armed robbery and multiple weapons offenses, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said. At 9:48 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, Manalapan police responded to Thompson Grove Park after Burke forced his way into the woman's car, robbing and attempting and attempting to sexually assault her at gunpoint, Santiago…