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NJ Aviation Enthusiast Killed, Three Seriously Injured In Fiery I-80 Crash NJ Aviation Enthusiast Killed, Three Seriously Injured In Fiery I-80 Crash
NJ Aviation Enthusiast Killed, Three Seriously Injured In Fiery I-80 Crash A New Jersey man was killed, and three passengers — his wife, son, and his son's girlfriend — were critically injured when a car lost control and was struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 80 in Tobyhanna Township, PA, Pennsylvania State Police announced in a press release on Monday, Dec. 16. The crash happened at mile marker 286.6 westbound around 8:39 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, during hazardous road conditions, troopers said. Vladimir Kevereski, 58, of Elmwood Park, NJ, was driving a 2018 Honda Civic westbound when he lost control on the slippery roadway. The car s…

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by Jillian Pikora
Obituaries
‘You Are So Loved:’ Sussex County CNA, Mom Of 3 Desiree Ippolito Dies, 36 ‘You Are So Loved:’ Sussex County CNA, Mom Of 3 Desiree Ippolito Dies, 36
‘You Are So Loved:’ Sussex County CNA, Mom Of 3 Desiree Ippolito Dies, 36 Lifelong Sussex County resident and devoted mom Desiree “Dez” Jean Ippolito died Wednesday, July 5 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono in East Stroudsburg. She was 36. Born in Dover, Dez lived in Sussex County her entire life and worked as a CNA, her obituary says. Her legacy of selflessness, strength, and compassion will be carried on through all those who knew and loved her, as is evidenced by the many who shared condolences following her tragic passing: Dez Ippolito just got the news you were gone. So many memories growing up together down the road from eachother. To many... Posted b…

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by Valerie Musson
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'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22 'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22
'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22 Beloved Lehigh Valley native Evan D. Modica died at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono on Thursday, Dec. 15. He was 22. A resident of Plainfield Township, Evan worked as a gasoline attendant at the TA Travel Center in Columbia, NJ, his obituary says. Evan was passionate about all things outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and hunting. He also had a knack for mechanics. Evan is survived by his loving parents, Jennifer (Werbicky) Modica and Michael D. Modica, Jr.; a sister, Mia Modica; paternal grandparents, Michael, Sr. and April Modica; maternal grandmother, Mary Werbicky; and many extende…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44 Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44
Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44 Support is on the rise for the family of devoted father and Phillipsburg Public Works employee Kevin Johnson, who died at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at the age of 44. Born in Hackettstown, Kevin had been employed with the Department of Public Works with the Town of Phillipsburg, his obituary says. Kevin was known for his love of youth sports and had spent time as a coach with Steele Hill and Firthtown, according to his memorial. He also loved the Philadelphia Eagles. Above all, Kevin was a dedicated family man who embraced his role as a loving father to his wife, Sta…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Trooper Fires Gun At Allentown Driver Who Led NJ, PA Police On Wild Pursuit, Authorities Say Trooper Fires Gun At Allentown Driver Who Led NJ, PA Police On Wild Pursuit, Authorities Say
Trooper Fires Gun At Allentown Driver Who Led NJ, PA Police On Wild Pursuit, Authorities Say A Pennsylvania State Police trooper shot at a pickup truck that struck a police vehicle on Route 80 during a Friday night pursuit that began in New Jersey, authorities said. New Jersey State Police began pursuing a silver Dodge Ram driven by Steven R. Wilson, 51, of Allentown, around 8 p.m. on Route 46 and the westbound side of Route 80 through Warren County, Pennsylvania State Police said. Wilson's truck appeared to have been unregistered out of Pennsylvania, and was spotted speeding, performing unsafe lane changes and driving erratically, authorities said. Wilson led New Jersey troopers …

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by Cecilia Levine