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Time's Running Out To Visit This Route 23 Restaurant Before It Closes Time's Running Out To Visit This Route 23 Restaurant Before It Closes Time's Running Out To Visit This Route 23 Restaurant Before It Closes
Time's Running Out To Visit This Route 23 Restaurant Before It Closes A longtime Route 23 Asian restaurant is closing its doors after nearly 14 years — but its owners are already hinting at what's next. Blossom Asian Bistro announced that Saturday, Sept. 26 will be its final day of business after the restaurant was unable to reach an agreement with its landlord. "We are truly grateful for your support and friendship over the years. It has been our pleasure to serve you, and we sincerely thank you for being part of our journey," the restaurant said. Blossom Asian Bistro has been serving customers since 2012, according to its website. The restaurant specialize…

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Mini Cooper Careens Off Fairfield Road, Slams Into Building: Police A Mini Cooper careened off a New Jersey roadway, crossed the front of a local business, and slammed into the building Thursday afternoon, Spet. 24, authorities said. Fairfield police responded to the crash along Passaic Avenue just before 2 p.m., Cpl. David Lagan said. The driver of the vehicle that struck the building suffered minor injuries and was taken to an area hospital for further evaluation, police said. Investigators determined a second vehicle was involved in the crash, according to Lagan. Both drivers remained at the scene and were cooperating with investigators. Both vehicles …

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NJ Town Tax Collector Found Dead In Town Hall By Cleaning Crew, Police Say NJ Town Tax Collector Found Dead In Town Hall By Cleaning Crew, Police Say NJ Town Tax Collector Found Dead In Town Hall By Cleaning Crew, Police Say
NJ Town Tax Collector Found Dead In Town Hall By Cleaning Crew, Police Say A New Jersey town's 59-year-old tax collector was found dead inside an office at Town Hall late Wednesday night, Sept. 23, authorities said. Police were called to 1001 Parsippany Boulevard, the location of Parsippany Town Hall, around 10:30 p.m. Sept. 23 on a report of an unresponsive man, Parsippany Detective Lt. Brian Conover said. The 911 caller was an employee of the cleaning service contracted by Town Hall, according to Conover. Responding officers found Terrence "Terry" Whalen unresponsive inside an office, police said. Whalen was pronounced dead shortly afterward. Members of th…

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Verizon Visit Ends With Wild Dash Across Route 3: Police Verizon Visit Ends With Wild Dash Across Route 3: Police Verizon Visit Ends With Wild Dash Across Route 3: Police
Verizon Visit Ends With Wild Dash Across Route 3: Police A visit to a Clifton Verizon store ended with a wild foot chase across Route 3 after a man accused of posing as a customer bolted from police, authorities said. Brandon Duncan, 32, of Newark, was inside the Verizon store on Route 3 west in Clifton around 5:37 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, impersonating an account holder and attempting to make unauthorized transactions, Clifton Police D/Lt. Robert Anderson said. Officers Eric Allmendinger and Billy Ramirez responded and approached Duncan after store employees pointed him out, Anderson said. Duncan initially gave the officers a fake name befor…

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NJ Corrections Officer Took 14-Year-Old Son To Park For Fight: Prosecutor NJ Corrections Officer Took 14-Year-Old Son To Park For Fight: Prosecutor NJ Corrections Officer Took 14-Year-Old Son To Park For Fight: Prosecutor
NJ Corrections Officer Took 14-Year-Old Son To Park For Fight: Prosecutor A New Jersey corrections officer was arrested and charged after he took his 14-year-old son to a park to fight another child, authorities announced Thursday, Sept. 24. Anthony Sanchez, a 19-year veteran corrections officer at the Monmouth County Correctional Institution, is charged with endangering the welfare of a child, aggravated assault and employing a juvenile to commit a criminal offense, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said. In July, Sanchez took his 14-year-old son to a park to fight another child, giving his son detailed fighting instructions during the altercation…

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Inside Vermella Paramus: New Luxury Apartments Feature Pool, Speakeasy, Private Theater Inside Vermella Paramus: New Luxury Apartments Feature Pool, Speakeasy, Private Theater Inside Vermella Paramus: New Luxury Apartments Feature Pool, Speakeasy, Private Theater
Inside Vermella Paramus: New Luxury Apartments Feature Pool, Speakeasy, Private Theater A new luxury apartment community promising resort-style living has opened in Paramus, with amenities ranging from a speakeasy-inspired lounge to poolside food delivery. Vermella Paramus, Russo Development's newest residential community, began welcoming residents in May and was leasing at what the developer described as an "exceptional pace" as of September. The complex features a resort-style pool where residents can have lunch from neighboring Stew Leonard's delivered to their lounge chairs. Free grocery delivery to apartments is also available, according to Russo Development. Other a…

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Hilary Duff Expands Comeback Concert Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of' Hilary Duff Expands Comeback Concert Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of' Hilary Duff Expands Comeback Concert Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of'
Hilary Duff Expands Comeback Concert Tour: This Is 'What Dreams Are Made Of' Hilary Duff is giving fans another reason to ask Why Not? — the pop star has dramatically expanded her comeback concert tour with 32 new dates around the world. Duff announced the new dates for "the lucky me tour" on Wednesday, Sept. 23, extending her first full-scale global headlining tour in nearly two decades into late 2027. And for fans who grew up with "Lizzie McGuire," Come Clean, So Yesterday, and Fly, the expansion may be exactly What Dreams Are Made Of. The new dates span Europe, Latin America, and the United States, with the new US leg kicking off in Sunrise, Florida, on Friday, …

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Bergen County Building Sells For $1.7M, Bringing New Business From Nearby Town Bergen County Building Sells For $1.7M, Bringing New Business From Nearby Town Bergen County Building Sells For $1.7M, Bringing New Business From Nearby Town
Bergen County Building Sells For $1.7M, Bringing New Business From Nearby Town A mixed-use building in Bergen County has sold for $1.7 million to a fire protection company relocating from a nearby town, a commercial real estate firm announced. DMJ Fire Protection Plus, which is relocating from Little Ferry, purchased the 12,000-square-foot building at 210 South Washington Ave., in Bergenfield, from Millan Properties, LLC, NAI James E. Hanson announced Wednesday, Sept. 23. NAI Hanson Vice President Anthony Cassano represented the seller in the transaction. DMJ Fire Protection Plus provides installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, repair and emergency s…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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2-Bedroom Bergen County Home Sells Over Asking For $910K, Sets Boro Record 2-Bedroom Bergen County Home Sells Over Asking For $910K, Sets Boro Record 2-Bedroom Bergen County Home Sells Over Asking For $910K, Sets Boro Record
2-Bedroom Bergen County Home Sells Over Asking For $910K, Sets Boro Record A two-bedroom Bergen County home sold for $111,000 over asking after just nine days on the market, setting a new record for the borough, according to the listing agent. The renovated ranch at 14 Morrow Rd., in Midland Park, was listed for $799,000 on July 8 by listing agents Max Stokes, Luxury Real Estate Advisor with Keller Williams, and Jason Pierce of NJ Proper, Sotheby’s International Realty, Stokes said. Nine days later, the home was under contract. It ultimately closed for $910,000, nearly 14% above asking, Stokes said. At $910,000, it was the highest recorded sale price for…

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Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation
Investigation Details NJ Lt. Gov's Troubling Conduct, Sherrill Calls For Resignation Gov. Mikie Sherrill has called on her handpicked Lt. Gov Dale Caldwell to resign after a 61-page report detailed his inappropriate behavior with women. Caldwell is accused of making sexual remark to a female staffer, requesting staff help him find a "first lady," and a comment that having two female staffers "one on each arm" made him look good, according to the report, released on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Caldwell improperly brought personal guests to ticketed events and sought a promotion for a state employee with whom he was romantically involved, the report details. The investigation b…

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Young CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down Young CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down Young CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down
Young CEO's Company Explodes After Sydney Sweeney Strips Down A provocative Sydney Sweeney ad took Novig from a lesser-known sports trading platform to a household name almost overnight. Behind it all is 28-year-old Westchester native Jacob Fortinsky, who earlier this month found himself at the helm of a company now at the center of a sports-world firestorm. Confirmed: Sydney Sweeney knows ball. pic.twitter.com/EXQ4PzVZsi — Novig (@Novig) September 9, 2026 Fortinsky is the CEO and co-founder of Novig, the company behind the viral ad featuring the blonde actress naked alongside sports equipment. The commercial dropped Tuesday, Sept. 9, with a…

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Newark Man Wanted In Armed Lyndhurst Home Invasion, Prosecutor Says Newark Man Wanted In Armed Lyndhurst Home Invasion, Prosecutor Says Newark Man Wanted In Armed Lyndhurst Home Invasion, Prosecutor Says
Newark Man Wanted In Armed Lyndhurst Home Invasion, Prosecutor Says Seven people from four states have been charged in an armed Bergen County home invasion after investigators say members of the group stalked the victims before the robbery. The Lyndhurst victims arrived at their Milton Avenue home around 9:30 p.m. June 6 and pulled into their garage when multiple people dressed in dark clothing approached them with guns, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. The suspects pointed firearms at the victims and stole valuables and other personal property. At the same time, another suspect grabbed an unrelated juvenile who happened to be nearby from behind …

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Livingston Man Kidnapped Victim Outside NYC Nightclub Before Bloody West Orange Dump-Off: Feds Livingston Man Kidnapped Victim Outside NYC Nightclub Before Bloody West Orange Dump-Off: Feds Livingston Man Kidnapped Victim Outside NYC Nightclub Before Bloody West Orange Dump-Off: Feds
Livingston Man Kidnapped Victim Outside NYC Nightclub Before Bloody West Orange Dump-Off: Feds A man was lured into a car outside a Midtown Manhattan club, beaten and robbed as he was driven through the Lincoln Tunnel, then abandoned bloodied in New Jersey, federal prosecutors said. Dani Amanuel, 28, of New York City, Kenny Fetiere, 26, of West Orange, and Kibret Meles, 28, of Livingston, were charged in connection with the June 11-12 kidnapping, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced Thursday, Sept. 24. The victim was outside a club in Midtown Manhattan when the defendants and others allegedly lured him into a vehicle under the false pretense that…

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2 Newark Women Nabbed In Oradell Burglary, 2 Suspects Still At Large: Police 2 Newark Women Nabbed In Oradell Burglary, 2 Suspects Still At Large: Police 2 Newark Women Nabbed In Oradell Burglary, 2 Suspects Still At Large: Police
2 Newark Women Nabbed In Oradell Burglary, 2 Suspects Still At Large: Police Four people have been charged in a burglary at a Bergen County business, with two arrested and two still at large, authorities said. The burglary happened at 800 Kinderkamack Road, an office building in Oradell, around 9 p.m. Sunday, June 21, according to Oradell Police Chief David Gangemi. Multiple items were taken after the property was unlawfully entered, the chief said. Detectives determined multiple suspects allegedly worked together to plan and carry out the burglary, authorities said. Divinete Jefferies, 32, of Newark, and Taliyah Chavers-Simmons, 26, of Newark, were arrested on Sep…

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NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know
NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know A looming financial deadline could turn a familiar monthly deposit into a much smaller lifeline for millions of older Americans. Connecticut retirees would face the nation’s largest average monthly reduction under one projection of Social Security insolvency, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. The group’s analysis estimates a $556 monthly cut for Connecticut beneficiaries if the retirement program were forced to reduce benefits by 24 percent in late 2032, when the program's retirement trust fund is projected to exhaust its reserves. New Jersey ranked second, with …

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Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect
Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect That package sitting in your tracking app might take a little longer to reach your doorstep as a powerful nor'easter impacts the East Coast. The US Postal Service is already warning that the storm may delay the processing, transportation, and delivery of mail and packages across Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. And USPS isn't the only delivery service keeping an eye on the weather. Amazon, UPS, and FedEx all have procedures for severe weather that can result in packages being delayed, routes being changed, or deliveries being…

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Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test
Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test A familiar supermarket staple is being recalled after a food safety test raised concerns. The FDA posted Wakefern Food Corp.’s recall of select Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The company said routine FDA testing found elevated patulin levels in the product. Patulin is a substance produced by molds that can grow on damaged or bruised apples. It can also turn up in foods made from affected fruit. The recall covers 23-ounce plastic jars with UPC code 04119005677 and a best-by date of June 16, 2027. The apple sauce was distributed through ShopRite, Price…

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Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu
Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen is getting into the Halloween spirit early with several spooky treats, including a new Blizzard flavor. The chain announced its first Halloween-themed lineup in a news release on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The limited-time Spellbound Series will launch on Monday, Sept. 28, and be available through Sunday, Nov. 1. The new Enchanted Oreo Blizzard Treat combines Oreo cookies with a sweet ube-flavored base and purple shimmer blended into DQ soft serve. Dairy Queen is also adding the Bubble Brew DQ Sparkler, which bubbles and foams more as it is stirred. The drink is made wit…

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Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up
Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks is closing about 250 cafés across North America while moving ahead with a major remodeling effort for hundreds of other locations. Chief operating officer Mike Grams told employees about the closures in a message on Thursday, Sept. 24. Starbucks will close approximately 1% of its more than 18,000 North American coffeehouses. The shutdowns are part of the company's ongoing "Back to Starbucks" plan, which is also focused on upgrading stores and improving the customer experience. "We have carefully reviewed our North America coffeehouse portfolio and identified locations where …

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NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know
NJ Retirees Face Deep Potential Social Security Cut: What To Know A looming financial deadline could turn a familiar monthly deposit into a much smaller lifeline for millions of older Americans. Connecticut retirees would face the nation’s largest average monthly reduction under one projection of Social Security insolvency, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. The group’s analysis estimates a $556 monthly cut for Connecticut beneficiaries if the retirement program were forced to reduce benefits by 24 percent in late 2032, when the program's retirement trust fund is projected to exhaust its reserves. New Jersey ranked second, with …

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Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect
Will USPS, Amazon, UPS, FedEx Deliver During A Nor'easter? What To Expect That package sitting in your tracking app might take a little longer to reach your doorstep as a powerful nor'easter impacts the East Coast. The US Postal Service is already warning that the storm may delay the processing, transportation, and delivery of mail and packages across Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. And USPS isn't the only delivery service keeping an eye on the weather. Amazon, UPS, and FedEx all have procedures for severe weather that can result in packages being delayed, routes being changed, or deliveries being…

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Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test
Popular Grocery Staple Recalled After Safety Test A familiar supermarket staple is being recalled after a food safety test raised concerns. The FDA posted Wakefern Food Corp.’s recall of select Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The company said routine FDA testing found elevated patulin levels in the product. Patulin is a substance produced by molds that can grow on damaged or bruised apples. It can also turn up in foods made from affected fruit. The recall covers 23-ounce plastic jars with UPC code 04119005677 and a best-by date of June 16, 2027. The apple sauce was distributed through ShopRite, Price…

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Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu
Dairy Queen Adds New Blizzard, Spooky Drink With First Halloween Menu Dairy Queen is getting into the Halloween spirit early with several spooky treats, including a new Blizzard flavor. The chain announced its first Halloween-themed lineup in a news release on Tuesday, Sept. 22. The limited-time Spellbound Series will launch on Monday, Sept. 28, and be available through Sunday, Nov. 1. The new Enchanted Oreo Blizzard Treat combines Oreo cookies with a sweet ube-flavored base and purple shimmer blended into DQ soft serve. Dairy Queen is also adding the Bubble Brew DQ Sparkler, which bubbles and foams more as it is stirred. The drink is made wit…

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Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up
Starbucks To Close 250 Locations In Major Coffeehouse Shake-Up Starbucks is closing about 250 cafés across North America while moving ahead with a major remodeling effort for hundreds of other locations. Chief operating officer Mike Grams told employees about the closures in a message on Thursday, Sept. 24. Starbucks will close approximately 1% of its more than 18,000 North American coffeehouses. The shutdowns are part of the company's ongoing "Back to Starbucks" plan, which is also focused on upgrading stores and improving the customer experience. "We have carefully reviewed our North America coffeehouse portfolio and identified locations where …

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NJ Ranks High Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart NJ Ranks High Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart NJ Ranks High Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart
NJ Ranks High Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart New rankings reveal the nation’s highest-taxing states, with a sizable gap separating the leader from the pack. New York and its local governments collected more taxes per person than any other state, according to the Citizens Budget Commission’s “Top of the Charts 4” analysis. They also ranked second in spending per person, behind Alaska. The report uses fiscal year 2024 data, the latest available, to compare combined state and local finances. New York’s tax collections per person exceeded the national average by 71 percent and California, in second place, by 22 percent. The top 10 states…

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Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NJ, New Research Reveals Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NJ, New Research Reveals Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NJ, New Research Reveals
Cereal Crown: This Brand Is No. 1 In NJ, New Research Reveals America is divided over what belongs in the breakfast bowl, but one colorful contender has left its rivals eating dust. CSP Global analyzed Google Trends data to identify the most-searched cereal in every state and Washington, DC, from January 2025 through January 2026. The findings measure relative search interest, not purchases or consumption. Froot Loops took the cereal crown, finishing first in 13 states. It dominated searches across much of the South, including Florida, Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina. Froot Loops generated the most search interest nationwide, leading in 13…

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Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports
Navy Reveals 8 Suicide Attempts During USS Abraham Lincoln's Lengthy Deployment: Reports Eight Navy personnel serving with the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide during a deployment that set a modern record for time at sea, according to reports. Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao disclosed the number in a letter to New York Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, CNN reported. The attempts involved sailors across several ships and units traveling with the Lincoln, not only those aboard the aircraft carrier. More than 6,000 sailors were deployed across roughly a half-dozen ships in the strike group. "Since the beginning of Lincoln's deployment, there have been a…

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NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia
NHL Star's Father Killed In Bear Attack During Fishing Trip In Russia The father of Pittsburgh Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko has died after being attacked by a bear during a fishing trip in southern Siberia, according to Russian media and the NHL. Alexander Kuzmenko, 62, was fishing with a group in Russia's Tuva Republic when a bear emerged from nearby woods and attacked him, Russian outlet REN TV reported. The attack happened along the Bolshoy Yenisei River on Wednesday, Sept. 23, according to Russian reports. Kuzmenko's companions managed to drive the bear away, provided first aid, and used a satellite phone to call for help. The group then faced a leng…

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Chris Spatola Dies Suddenly: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47 Chris Spatola Dies Suddenly: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47 Chris Spatola Dies Suddenly: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47
Chris Spatola Dies Suddenly: ESPN Analyst, Coach K’s Son-In-Law Was 47 College basketball is mourning a TV analyst whose ties to the game stretched far beyond the broadcast booth. ESPN announced that Chris Spatola, 47, died unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 21. The former Duke staff member was the son-in-law of legendary coach Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski. No cause of death has been publicly disclosed. Spatola worked under his father-in-law as an assistant at Duke from 2007 to 2012, helping the Blue Devils win the 2010 NCAA championship. According to Duke, he started as a graduate assistant/head team manager before becoming director of basketball operations in 2008.…

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