'Sweet' NY Teen Battling Leukemia Finds Swelling Of Community Support 'Sweet' NY Teen Battling Leukemia Finds Swelling Of Community Support
'Sweet' NY Teen Battling Leukemia Finds Swelling Of Community Support A New York family is facing every parent’s worst nightmare — but they’re not facing it alone. Eshaal, a bright and spirited student at Plainview’s Mattlin Middle School, was recently diagnosed with leukemia, sparking an outpouring of support from the Long Island community and beyond. A GoFundMe campaign titled “Support Eshaal’s Fight Against Leukemia” was launched by family friend Marisa Wein to help ease the financial burden of medical treatment, travel, and time away from work. As of Monday, April 14, the fundraiser had already brought in more than $4,800 from donors touched by Eshaal’s s…
Pub In Region Closing After 32 Years: 'It's Been A Pleasure And Honor' Pub In Region Closing After 32 Years: 'It's Been A Pleasure And Honor'
Pub In Region Closing After 32 Years: 'It's Been A Pleasure And Honor' After more than three decades of pouring pints and serving up Irish classics, a beloved Albany-area pub is closing its doors. O’Toole’s Restaurant Pub, located at 1814 Central Avenue in Colonie, will hold its final dinner service on Tuesday, May 27, after 32 years in business. Owner Anthony Gizzi — who also runs neighboring What’s Poppin — made the bittersweet announcement in a Facebook post Monday, April 7, thanking staff, customers, and the surrounding community for their support over the years. “Thirty two years of serving the community, our beloved patrons, and our cherished Village of…
CT Man Kills Estranged Wife, Marine Vet Son Before Being Shot Dead By Son's Friend: Cops CT Man Kills Estranged Wife, Marine Vet Son Before Being Shot Dead By Son's Friend: Cops
CT Man Kills Estranged Wife, Marine Vet Son Before Being Shot Dead By Son's Friend: Cops A Connecticut mother and son are being remembered as pillars of love, strength, and generosity following a horrific double homicide. David Thomas Cote Jr., 34, and his mother Michelle Renee Cote, 55, were killed on Thursday, March 27, by David Cote Sr. in Wolcott. Wolcott police, who did not identify the victims, said officers were called to a. home on Boundline Road just before 6:30 p.m. on reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found three shooting victims dead on the bedroom floor: A 59-year-old father, a 55-year-old mother, and their 34-year-old son. The elder Cote was in the proces…
Carbon Monoxide Killed 3 American Women On Belize Birthday Trip: Report Carbon Monoxide Killed 3 American Women On Belize Birthday Trip: Report
Carbon Monoxide Killed 3 American Women On Belize Birthday Trip: Report Three Massachusetts women found dead last month in a seaside Belize hotel died from carbon monoxide poisoning, according to an investigation by the Belizean government, CBS Boston reported Wednesday, March 26. The bodies of Wafae El Arar, Imane Mallah, and Kaoutar Naqqad — all lifelong friends from Revere — were discovered on Feb. 22. The trio had traveled to Central America to celebrate El Arar’s 26th birthday, their families said. Related: Communities Rally Around Families of 3 Women Who Died in Belize Initial reports from officials indicated that the women died of acute pulmonary edem…
16-Year-Old Girl Presumed Dead In Hudson Valley: 'Beautiful Soul' 16-Year-Old Girl Presumed Dead In Hudson Valley: 'Beautiful Soul'
16-Year-Old Girl Presumed Dead In Hudson Valley: 'Beautiful Soul' A Dutchess County school community is mourning the loss of 16-year-old Arlington High School student Maya Ferrell, who is now presumed deceased, according to a letter sent to families by district officials.  In a message to the Arlington Central School District on Monday, March 24, Superintendent Dr. Phil Benante said that while Maya’s location remains unknown, she is presumed to have died. "We understand that you may have unanswered questions," Benante wrote, adding, "However, to honor Maya’s memory and out of respect for the family’s privacy, we kindly ask that you refrain from …
Support Comes To Wife Of Hudson Valley Officer Killed In Crash: Faces Serious Injuries Support Comes To Wife Of Hudson Valley Officer Killed In Crash: Faces Serious Injuries
Support Comes To Wife Of Hudson Valley Officer Killed In Crash: Faces Serious Injuries Following the tragic death of Orange County Police Officer Jose Santiago Sr. in a wrong-way crash, the community is now rallying to support his wife, Blanca, who survived the wreck but faces a long and difficult recovery. Blanca Santiago, 64, remains hospitalized in stable condition at Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown after suffering serious injuries in the Saturday, March 22 collision that took her husband's life.   Jose Santiago, 65, was killed at the scene when a van crossed into the wrong lane and struck his vehicle head-on near Exit 113 in the Sullivan County town o…
Hudson Valley Man Dies Hours After Birth Of His Granddaughter: 'Completely Unexpected' Hudson Valley Man Dies Hours After Birth Of His Granddaughter: 'Completely Unexpected'
Hudson Valley Man Dies Hours After Birth Of His Granddaughter: 'Completely Unexpected' A Dutchess County family is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 71-year-old Paul Keith Voutila, who died just hours after the birth of his granddaughter, Mia.  Voutila died on Thursday, March 13, soon after his family welcomed a new life. His family said his death was "completely unexpected."  "Just hours prior, his daughter Ashley gave birth to his granddaughter Mia, who he sadly never got the chance to meet. This has been an unimaginable loss for his wife Debbie and their children, Ashley and Mike," Voutila's loved ones wrote in a GoFundMe page started to raise money for his…
NY Scores High For Supporting Immigrants But Economic Gaps Persist, New Study Says NY Scores High For Supporting Immigrants But Economic Gaps Persist, New Study Says
NY Scores High For Supporting Immigrants But Economic Gaps Persist, New Study Says A new study says some mid-Atlantic states are among the nation's leaders for having the best conditions for immigrants. Virginia ranked No. 1 as the most welcoming state for immigrants, while Arizona was named the worst, according to the study from SmileHub. The report evaluated states on 17 key factors, including the share of immigrants, job opportunities, and legal protections. The study was released as concerns rise over the Trump administration's crackdown on undocumented migrants, which is also increasing fears among immigrants legally in the US. "Over 51 million immigrants live …
BBQ Hotspot Closes Doors In Region After 5 Years: 'So Incredibly Blessed' BBQ Hotspot Closes Doors In Region After 5 Years: 'So Incredibly Blessed'
BBQ Hotspot Closes Doors In Region After 5 Years: 'So Incredibly Blessed' For five years, Rollin’ Smoke Handcrafted BBQ & Saloon in Halfmoon was more than just a restaurant—it was a labor of love, a dream realized, and a community staple. But on Saturday, March 8, the beloved barbecue joint–located at 1613 Route 9–served its last plate, as owners Rob and Amy Carmel made the difficult decision to close their doors. In an emotional Facebook post, the couple reflected on their journey, from dreaming of a food truck to owning a thriving 3,000-square-foot restaurant. They shared that they were presented with an offer from another restaurant group to buy them out—…
NY Teen Dies Week After Suffering Cardiac Arrest During Volleyball Tournament: 'Is With God' NY Teen Dies Week After Suffering Cardiac Arrest During Volleyball Tournament: 'Is With God'
NY Teen Dies Week After Suffering Cardiac Arrest During Volleyball Tournament: 'Is With God' A New York teen died a week after going into cardiac arrest during a volleyball tournament. The Albany-area athlete, a member of the Capital Region Sliders Volleyball Club, was playing in the Boston Volleyball Festival when he collapsed inside the Boston Convention Center on Friday night, Feb. 21, as Daily Voice reported. In an update Friday, Feb. 28, family friend Odette Fung announced that the boy had died. “On behalf of the family, it is with the heaviest of hearts that I inform you that their son is with God,” Fung wrote on a GoFundMe campaign. “With or without knowing you, the family …
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother A fun day in the snow turned into tragedy for a young Virginia family when a 26-year-old mother was killed in a freak sledding accident, leaving behind her husband and infant daughter, just as they were set to begin a new life, loved ones said. Madelyn Nancy Lowe-Perdue, 26, of Chesapeake, suffered severe injuries in the accident on Thursday, Feb. 20, and was rushed to the hospital, where she later died, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized to support her family. "As many have heard or seen by now, there was a sledding accident," they said. "Many of our loved ones were hurt or in…
Cause Of Death Revealed For 3 Massachusetts Women Found Dead In Belize Resort Cause Of Death Revealed For 3 Massachusetts Women Found Dead In Belize Resort
Cause Of Death Revealed For 3 Massachusetts Women Found Dead In Belize Resort Authorities in Belize have determined the cause of death for three Massachusetts women who were found dead inside a luxury hotel earlier this month. An autopsy revealed blood in the women's lungs, CBS Boston reported. Police are still investigating what led up to their deaths. The next step is a toxicology report and testing of tissue samples, which could take up to a month for results. Wafae El Arar, Imane Mallah, and Kaoutar Naqqad — all from Revere and in their mid-20s — had flown to what was supposed to be a vacation paradise to celebrate Wafae’s 26th birthday but were found dead on Sat…