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CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat
CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat Michael Frick brought people together through food and helped young wrestlers grow in the community where he once competed. The New Fairfield chef and former state wrestling champion, 35, died after a vehicle struck him in Patterson, New York, on Oct. 20.  The crash happened around 8:09 p.m. at Route 22 and Route 164, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. Frick was walking when the Toyota sedan struck him. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators, authorities said. Known as Chef Mike, Frick owned Salt x Thyme, a catering and private chef service …

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Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police
Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police A woman was seriously injured when a turning Jeep struck her on Long Island on Sunday morning, Suffolk County police said. The 79-year-old Central Islip woman was struck at Hawthorne Avenue and East Suffolk Avenue in Central Islip at approximately 7:35 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25, according to police. Carlos Vicente, 53, of Central Islip, was driving a 2021 Jeep Wrangler south on Hawthorne Avenue when he turned left onto Suffolk Avenue and struck the pedestrian, police said. The woman was taken to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore with serious injuries. Vicente was not injured, acc…
Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash
Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash Two women were killed and two others injured in a crash involving a tractor-trailer and two vehicles on the Garden State Parkway in Ocean County Saturday night, Oct. 24, New Jersey State Police confirmed. Caryn J. Coon, 22, of Forked River, and Lauren J. Maturo, 32, of Syosset, NY, died following the crash near milepost 87 in Toms River around 9:42 p.m., NJSP Trooper II Christopher Postorino said. A preliminary investigation found that a Genesis was disabled in the center northbound lane, with a Freightliner tractor-trailer stopped behind it, Postorino said. Coon, who was driving a Hon…
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police A motorcyclist was seriously injured when his bike struck the back of a Jeep on Long Island on Saturday evening, Oct. 24, police said. The 31-year-old Centereach man was riding a 2007 Yamaha southbound on Nicolls Road near Wireless Road in Centereach when he struck the rear of a southbound 2017 Jeep at 6:23 p.m., according to Suffolk County Police. The rider was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The Jeep’s driver, Samantha Vega, 42, of Rocky Point, was not injured, according to police. Both vehicles were impounded for saf…
Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police
Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police An 18-year-old woman was seriously injured when a speeding Mercedes-Benz struck a curb and slammed into a utility pole on Long Island early Saturday, Oct. 24, police said. Jairon Velasquez, 20, of Levittown, was driving the 2021 Mercedes-Benz eastbound from 17th Street across Straight Path in West Babylon when he crashed at 3:49 a.m., according to Suffolk County Police. Velasquez was traveling at a high rate of speed before the vehicle struck the curb and utility pole, police said. His passenger, an 18-year-old Deer Park woman, was taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip …

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A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash
A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash A community favorite Long Island pizza joint, known for tasty slices for a friendly price, is closing its doors. Vincenzo’s Pizzeria in Levittown will serve its last pizzas on Saturday, Oct. 31, the business announced on Instagram. “We’re selling Vincenzo’s, and our time here comes to an end, we want you to know how much your support has meant to us,” owner Garrett Klein wrote Tuesday, Oct. 20. “When you care about something as much as we care about this place, letting go isn’t easy. We’ve had our ups and downs, made a lot of friends, and, of course, a few haters. You can’t win ‘em all.” …

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Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush
Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush A Philadelphia police officer who was shot 12 times in an attack that killed his partner was released from the hospital Saturday, Oct. 24, receiving a standing ovation from more than 100 fellow officers, medical personnel, and loved ones. Officer Hector Rodriguez III, 33, was wheeled out of Penn Presbyterian Medical Center two weeks after he and Officer Shane Seiber, 40, were shot while responding to a call in West Philadelphia on Saturday, Oct. 10, as Daily Voice previously reported. Rodriguez placed his hand over his heart as officers, hospital staff, and loved ones applauded his release.…

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Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases
Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Families who bought children’s costumes on Amazon are urged to check their purchases after a nationwide recall raised serious safety concerns. CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes are covered by the recall announced Thursday, Oct. 22, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Children can easily access button cell batteries in the costume accessories, violating a mandatory toy safety standard. Swallowing the batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns and death, the agency warned. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled sets include …

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Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases
Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Families who bought children’s costumes on Amazon are urged to check their purchases after a nationwide recall raised serious safety concerns. CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes are covered by the recall announced Thursday, Oct. 22, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Children can easily access button cell batteries in the costume accessories, violating a mandatory toy safety standard. Swallowing the batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns and death, the agency warned. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled sets include …

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Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest
Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest Flu season is gaining ground, with new federal figures offering a timely reminder to prepare before activity climbs further. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest report, released on Friday, Oct. 23 and covering the week ending Saturday, Oct. 17, says influenza activity remains low nationally but is increasing in many parts of the country. The agency said early-season activity is higher than typically observed at this time of year. Clinical laboratories reported that 5.7 percent of specimens tested positive for influenza, with 2,918 positive results among 51,490 specimens…