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Billy Joel Postpones Concert Tour After Fall Onstage
Billy Joel is rescheduling dates on a lengthy tour so that he can focus on recovering from surgery. The moves come after he fell onstage at a concert on Saturday, Feb. 22 in Connecticut at the Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville. “While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first," Joel wrote in an Instagram post. "I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding.” The extensive tour schedule, which was set to continue through November 2025, has been pushed back four months, during wh…
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‘Box Demon’ In Creepy Mask Stalks Pennsylvania Home, Leaves Empty Gift (
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A masked intruder calling themselves the "Box Demon" crept onto a York County porch in the dead of night, whispering eerie phrases into a Ring camera before vanishing into the dark, police said. The unsettling encounter happened on East 10th Avenue in North York Borough on Tuesday, March 11, and was captured on video. The footage shows the unnerving figure—wearing a distorted, handmade flower mask with hollowed-out eyes—tilting their head and declaring: “I am the Box Demon. I am the Box Demon... This box is a gift for you.” But the gift was nothing more than an empty box. Police s…
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Doctors Said It Was The Flu — Days Later, 10-Year-Old Girl Was Gone
A Maryland mother is grappling with unimaginable loss after her once-healthy 10-year-old daughter died from complications doctors initially brushed off as the flu. Minka Aisha Greene, of Capitol Heights, had never been seriously ill before, her mom, Kymesha Greene White told Daily Voice in a phone call Tuesday, March 11. So when Minka stopped eating and playing outside in late January, Greene White knew something was seriously wrong. “She was never one of those kids who had a cold or anything,” Greene White said. “So when I noticed she wasn’t eating or asking to go outside, I was like,…
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International Search Intensifies For Missing UPitt Student In Dominican Republic
The search for a missing Virginia college student who vanished while on vacation in the Dominican Republic is intensifying as officials establish a high-level commission to oversee the case, authorities announced. The Dominican Republic National Police, in coordination with the Attorney General’s Office, FBI, and the US Embassy Liaison, has expanded their investigation into the disappearance of 20-year-old Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student from Chantilly who went missing on Thursday, March 6 while on a trip with friends in Punta Cana. Officials confirmed that Konanki, a c…
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Child Calls 911 After PA Mom Shot Dead By BF In Basement: DA
A child called 911 after their mother was shot inside their Rostraver Township home, and the woman’s boyfriend has been charged with homicide. The case against Robert Chaplin will proceed to trial, a magisterial judge ruled on Tuesday, March 11, following a brief preliminary hearing. Rostraver Township Police and county detectives responded to the 900 block of Route 136 just before 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5, after the child’s emergency call reported a shooting. Officers arrived to find Chaplin, 34, standing in the driveway. Inside, they discovered Estela Rivera Vasquez, 35, lying on th…
Lifestyle
Valley Forge Medicare Offers Expert Guidance For Local Seniors
Valley Forge Medicare, founded by Joseph Ritter, provides tailored Medicare services designed to simplify the complexities of healthcare coverage for Main Line seniors. As a leading expert with nearly two decades of experience, Ritter focuses on helping clients navigate plans and select options that best suit their needs. Say no to Medicare worries and yes to comprehensive coverage today with Valley Forge Medicare. Valley Forge Medicare Located in The Commons at Valley Forge in Phoenixville, the new office offers a convenient setting to discuss a comprehensive approach to planning. R…
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Trump Dismisses Safety Concerns In PA Plane Crash That Left Pilot, Son Critical
President Donald Trump downplayed concerns about Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) oversight following the Lancaster County plane crash, which left two victims in critical condition and triggered an ongoing environmental cleanup effort. Victims’ Conditions The pilot, Matthew White, and his son, Judah White, remain in critical condition at a Lehigh Valley Health Network facility, according to hospital officials told Daily Voice. The status of the other three occupants has not been released. Trump’s Response Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One late Sunday night, Trump was asked abo…
Police & Fire
Credit Card Skimmer Devices Placed At PA Walmarts Leads To 20-Year-Old's Arrest: Police
A multi-county credit card skimming operation led to the arrest of a 20-year-old man after devices were found at Walmarts in Carlisle and Camp Hill, police announced on Tuesday, March 11. Additional skimming devices have also been discovered at an ATM in Harrisburg, a Sheetz in York County, and a Royal Farms store in Delaware County. Marcus Sorin Covaci was identified as one of two suspects accused of installing skimmer devices on registers, according to Carlisle and Lower Allen Township police. The first device was discovered at the Walmart on 60 Noble Blvd. in Carlisle on Monday, N…
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NTSB Makes Urgent Recommendations After Deadly Crash Between Passenger Plane, Army Helicopter
Federal aviation officials are taking urgent action to prevent future midair collisions after a catastrophic crash between an American Airlines passenger jet and a US Army helicopter over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued two urgent safety recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Tuesday, March 11, in response to the accident, which killed all 67 people aboard both aircraft. Collision Over DCA The crash occurred around 8:48 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, when the Amer…
Business
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Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles
It sounds like a fever dream of someone with a severe case of the munchies – pizza rolls and tacos are mixing with ramen. Old El Paso and Totino's will soon sell their own versions of ramen noodles, General Mills said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The instant dishes will appear at Walmart stores in April. General Mills said "the internet went wild" in January after hearing rumors about the noodles based on Totino's Pizza Rolls. "We know our fans are constantly looking for exciting new ways to enjoy their favorite flavors," said MC Comings, a business unit director for General…
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$12K Necklace From Luxury US Jeweler Linked To Billionaire Sex Assault Claims: Report
A $12,000 necklace from a high-end Connecticut jeweler is now at the center of disturbing new allegations against Ali Al-Fayed, the brother of late billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed, in a shocking "60 Minutes Australia" investigation. The exposé, released Sunday, March 10, features explosive claims from a woman identified only as Kim, a former assistant to Egyptian-business Mohamed Al-Fayed. She alleges the former Harrods owner attempted to rape her before “passing her” to his brother Ali, who then sexually assaulted her, according to the report. Ali Al-Fayed allegedly bought her luxury gifts on…
Business
Tesla Owners Disguise Vehicles As Stock Craters, Trump Calls Elon Musk Boycott 'Illegal'
Tesla is losing its charge with many Americans as billionaire CEO Elon Musk faces plummeting sales, a freefalling stock, growing protests, and car owners distancing themselves from the controversial brand. The electric automaker's stock has more than lost all of its post-Election Day gains. Tesla shares stood at $288.53 on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, and hit an all-time high of around $480 in mid-December before beginning a sharp decline. By early March, shares fell below what they posted the day after Election Day. Tesla opened for trading at $225.11 on Tuesday, Mar. 11, marking abo…
Police & Fire
Bizarre Rampage: Wrestler Accused Of Threats At NJ IRS Wields Machete At PA Sheetz, Police Say
A New Jersey professional wrestler stormed a Sheetz in Cumberland County wielding a machete, charging at bystanders, and stabbing a work van before fleeing in a Subaru, Pennsylvania police said. Charles Avedis Hutton, 24, a Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) competitor, was seen running through the parking lot of the Sheetz at 1508 Cedar Cliff Drive, Camp Hill, on Sunday, March 3, waving the massive blade and yelling, according to Lower Allen Township Police. Witnesses told officers he stripped off his clothes, charged at people, and ultimately stabbed a van—causing over $2,000 in damage. Insid…
Schools
Student Struck By Car On Way To School In Mechanicsburg: Officials
A student was hit by a car while crossing the street on their way to school in Mechanicsburg on Tuesday morning, March 11, officials said. The collision happened around 8:30 a.m. at the intersection of Williams Grove Road and Broad Street, the closest intersection to Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School, in a marked 25 mph zone, according to emergency dispatchers and Google Maps. The high school student was struck while heading to class, Superintendent Dr. Andy Bitz said. Emergency responders and the student’s family were immediately notified, and the student—who was conscious—was transp…
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Fight Between Two Women Ends In Shooting, York Police Say
A fight between two women in York escalated into gunfire, leaving both injured, city police announced on Tuesday, March 11. Officers were called to the 800 block of West King Street at 9:26 p.m. on Monday, March 10, for reports of a shooting. On arrival, they found a 33-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to the shoulder, according to police. A 53-year-old woman, identified as the suspect, also suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, authorities said. Investigators determined the shooting stemmed from a dispute between the two, who knew each other, police detailed in the release. B…
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Next Of Kin Sought For 70-Year-Old Leah Bozhilova Found Dead In Hospice: Coroner
Authorities in Lehigh County are searching for the next of kin of a 70-year-old woman who died in hospice care, officials announced. Leah M. Bozhilova was pronounced dead at 9:44 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at the Lehigh Valley Hospice Inpatient Unit in Allentown, according to the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensic Center. Bozhilova died of natural causes, the coroner said. Anyone with information on her family is asked to contact the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office at 610-782-3426 or email danielbuglio@lehighcounty.org.
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NJ Man Who Paid To Torch $6M PA Book Warehouse, Injuring Firefighter, Sentenced: DOJ
A New Jersey man who orchestrated the arson of a Bucks County book warehouse—injuring a firefighter and causing over $6 million in damages—has been sentenced to six years in federal prison, authorities announced. Ramiz Duka, 62, of Cherry Hill, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Kelley Brisbon Hodge for his role in the Dec. 10, 2022, fire at Ebooks Web LLC on Bridgewater Road in Bensalem, Acting U.S. Attorney Nelson S.T. Thayer, Jr. said on Monday, March 10. Duka conspired with two men to set the warehouse ablaze, paying them $15,000 for the job, investigators previously revealed.…
Business
Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees
Southwest Airlines is grounding one of its most famous perks, marking a major shift in its identity after more than five decades. Southwest will no longer offer free checked bags for all passengers, the company said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The new luggage policy will begin for tickets purchased on or after Wednesday, May 28. The airline has had its well-known "Bags Fly Free" perk since it was founded in 1971. "We have tremendous opportunity to meet current and future customer needs, attract new customer segments we don't compete for today, and return to the levels of profita…
Business
Delete These Suspicious Texts Immediately, FBI Warns
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued an urgent warning about a widespread text message scam designed to steal personal and financial information from unsuspecting victims. Known as “smishing” (SMS phishing), the scam involves fraudulent texts impersonating toll and package delivery services to trick recipients into clicking malicious links or revealing sensitive data. According to cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42, cybercriminals have registered over 10,000 fraudulent domains as part of this operation, targeting at least 11 states and one Canadian province. Key…
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NJ Attorney, PA Mom Smuggled Contraband To Inmate In Federal Prison: DOJ
A New Jersey defense attorney and a Philadelphia woman are accused of sneaking contraband—including a cell phone, drugs, and cigarettes—into the Federal Detention Center (FDC) in Philadelphia, federal authorities announced on Friday, March 7. Paul DiMaio, 56, of Turnersville, New Jersey, and Tanya Culver, 55, of Philadelphia, were arrested and charged with providing contraband to an inmate and aiding and abetting, Acting U.S. Attorney Nelson S.T. Thayer Jr. said. On Feb. 4 at 10:53 a.m., DiMaio—who is a practicing criminal defense attorney—was recorded on FDC surveillance video entering t…
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Blood Moon Eclipse Coming This Week: Here's When, What To Know
Skywatchers across North America are in for a treat as the moon prepares to undergo a stunning transformation during a total lunar eclipse, commonly known as a blood moon. This remarkable phenomenon occurs when the Earth aligns directly between the moon and the sun, casting a shadow that turns the moon a captivating reddish hue. This celestial event is scheduled to take place overnight from Thursday, March 13, into Friday, March 14. Enthusiasts in North America will have an excellent opportunity to observe the peak of the eclipse, which is expected to occur between 2:26 a.m. an…
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PA Mom Dies After Fall While Helping Friends Move
A Lehigh County mother of two died after a tragic fall while helping family friends move, authorities and loved ones said. Julie A. Becker, 32, of Richland Township, was pronounced dead at 6:47 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Allentown Campus, according to the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office. An autopsy was completed on Monday, March 10, but her cause and manner of death remain under investigation. According to a Meal Train page set up in her memory, Becker fell while assisting friends with a move, suffered cardiac arrest, and later passed away. Her brother, Danie…
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Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’
Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys legend Brian Littrell, took a major step in his music career Sunday night, March 9, earning a golden ticket to Hollywood on ‘American Idol.’ The 21-year-old from Atlanta, GA, performed an original song before judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie during the season premiere on FOX. “Something about you looks familiar,” Underwood told Littrell during his audition. Littrell, who grew up surrounded by music, said he hopes to “do his dad justice” with his talent. “I guess you can say music runs in our family,” he said. Despite his musica…
Business
Free Pints Of 'Lighter' Ice Cream Aim To Make Spring Sweeter: How You Can Get Yours
A company specializing in a "lighter" type of ice cream is celebrating spring's arrival with free pints. Halo Top will give away 80,000 pints of its ice cream, the company announced on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The pints with mix-ins have 490 calories, which Halo Top says is about half as many calories as other leading ice creams. The promotion runs through Thursday, Mar. 20, in celebration of International Happiness Day. "Halo Top has always been about giving ice cream lovers everything they crave – all the rich, creamy indulgence of traditional ice cream without compromise," said Halo Top b…
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Sharp Rise In Fentanyl Poisoning Among US Children Revealed In New Study
A new study has revealed a staggering surge in fentanyl poisonings among children and teens across the US, with cases skyrocketing by more than 1,100 percent between 2015 and 2023. The findings, published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, highlight the growing threat posed by the deadly synthetic opioid, particularly as counterfeit pills flood the illicit market. The study examined nonfatal fentanyl exposures reported to US poison centers from 2015 to 2023, analyzing cases involving children and adolescents aged 0–19. Researchers found a dramatic increase in poisonin…
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Monday, March 10 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $336M Jackpot
The winning numbers have been announced for the Monday, March 10 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $336 million with a $157.6 million cash option after no jackpot was claimed. The jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12 with a $353 million prize. The winning numbers for Monday's drawing were 17-40-47-50-55 with a Powerball of 06 and the Power Play was 2X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes t…
Police & Fire
Shots Fired In Chambersburg, Police Seek Blue Sedan Occupants
A shooting in Chambersburg led to an ongoing police investigation after at least one suspect fired at another vehicle, authorities announced on Monday, March 10. The gunfire erupted around 4:31 p.m. near West Catherine Street and Linden Avenue, Chambersburg police said. Investigators believe the shooting was a targeted, isolated incident and that the general public is not in danger. Officers are now looking to identify and speak with the occupants of a blue sedan captured in surveillance images. While those inside the car are considered persons of interest, they are not necessarily suspec…
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Delayed Emergency Response Blamed For PA Woman’s Death Before Boyfriend’s Proposal: Loved
A Pennsylvania woman who suffered a severe asthma attack died after what her loved ones say was a delayed emergency response, and now they’re calling for change. Azara F. Mapp, 23, of Maxatawny Township, was pronounced dead at 12:25 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, according to the Lehigh County Coroner's Office on Monday, March 10. An autopsy was completed, but her cause and manner of death remain under investigation. Mapp’s family and friends say her death was preventable. According to a GoFundMe campaign set up in her memory, she suffered a life-threate…
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Fool Me Twice: Dealer Hit With Lengthy Sentence After Two Drug Busts In Maryland
An Elkton man with a history of drug distribution will spend nearly two decades behind bars after being caught with fentanyl and cocaine—twice, authorities said. Nakia Pollard, 50, was sentenced to 19 years in prison on Friday, March 7, after pleading guilty to multiple counts of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine, according to the Cecil County State’s Attorney’s Office. Pollard’s troubles began in June 2022, when investigators with the Cecil County Drug Task Force raided a hotel room where he was staying. Inside, they found fentanyl, cocaine, cash, and drug paraphern…
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Driver On Meth Kills Grandma Killed In Rt 22 Crash: DA
A man who was high on meth when he crashed his car, killing his passenger on Route 22 in Whitehall Township, has been sentenced to state prison, prosecutors announced on Monday, March 10. Juan Ramone Sierra, 45, of Allentown, pleaded guilty on Jan. 16 to Homicide by Vehicle While Driving Under the Influence, Accidents Involving Death While Not Licensed, and Driving Under the Influence – Controlled Substance – 2nd Offense, court records show. Lehigh County Judge Thomas M. Caffrey sentenced Sierra to five to 10 years in prison followed by seven years of probation, according to District Atto…
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