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Commack Native Rosie O'Donnell Flees US Over 'What's Happening Politically' Commack Native Rosie O'Donnell Flees US Over 'What's Happening Politically'
Commack Native Rosie O'Donnell Flees US Over 'What's Happening Politically' Actress and New York native Rosie O’Donnell has packed her bags and left the country. In a TikTok video posted Tuesday, March 11, the 62-year-old comedian revealed that she officially moved to Ireland with her 12-year-old daughter, Dakota, in January on the heels of President Donald Trump's re-election. In the nearly nine-minute clip, O’Donnell said she never imagined leaving the United States but ultimately felt it was the right decision for her and her daughter. “It’s been pretty wonderful, I have to say,” she said of her new life in Dublin. “The people are so loving and so kind, so welc…

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by Michael Mashburn
Harrisburg, PA
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Iconic Trailblazer Sylvia H. Rambo, First Female Chief Judge In PA, Dies At 88 Iconic Trailblazer Sylvia H. Rambo, First Female Chief Judge In PA, Dies At 88
Iconic Trailblazer Sylvia H. Rambo, First Female Chief Judge In PA, Dies At 88 Sylvia H. Rambo, an iconic figure in Pennsylvania’s legal community and the first woman to serve as Chief Judge for the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, passed away in December 2024 at the age of 88. Her pioneering career and unwavering commitment to justice leave an indelible legacy. The legal world is mourning the loss of Judge Sylvia H. Rambo, whose groundbreaking career spanned more than four decades. Born in 1936 in Royersford, Pennsylvania, Judge Rambo broke barriers at every turn, cementing her place as a trailblazer for women in law. Judge Rambo's Milesto…

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by Jillian Pikora
Brentwood, NY
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Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M
Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M This urban hideaway is in a league of its own. New York native Rosie O’Donnell has listed her Manhattan penthouse condo – located in Midtown East at 255 East 49th Street – for a cool $7.5 million. The 62-year-old “Sleepless in Seattle” and “Flintstones” star is again trying to unload the swanky four bedroom, three bathroom abode after originally listing it for $8.3 million in the spring of 2023, according to People. Inside, new buyers will enjoy 3,381-square-feet of “meticulously designed space” spread across three floors offering an “unparalleled living experience,” reads the listing from…

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by Michael Mashburn
Lower Merion-Narberth, PA
Obituaries
Popular Pennsylvania Band Director Dies Suddenly In Virginia Popular Pennsylvania Band Director Dies Suddenly In Virginia
Popular Pennsylvania Band Director Dies Suddenly In Virginia Rees Llewellyn, a Pennsylvania native and former school music instructor in communities across the state, died on Wednesday night, Nov. 8, according to a former colleague.  Llewellyn, most recently of Fairfax, Virginia, was the former high school band director at Camp Hill High School and Springfield Township High School in Montgomery County, his social media profiles show.  "It is with a heavy heart to break this news to you on Facebook — I thought you needed to know. Rees Llewellyn passed away yesterday," his former Camp Hill co-director Barbara Kauffman wrote in a gro…

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by Mac Bullock
Lower Paxton, PA
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'Brilliant' International Pianist, Music Director Killed In Crash On I-81 'Brilliant' International Pianist, Music Director Killed In Crash On I-81
'Brilliant' International Pianist, Music Director Killed In Crash On I-81 A beloved musician and teacher died in a crash on Interstate 81 on Friday, July 22, authorities say.  Caleb Lane Flick, 37, of Lebanon and Harrisburg, was driving his 2014 Volkswagen Jetta at a high speed when he slammed into the back of a tractor-trailer that was stopped with its hazard lights on in the left lane of I-81 near mile marker 77 as the roadway ahead was closed for construction and traffic was being detoured at 11:39 p.m., according to a release by Pennsylvania state police. The other driver was unharmed, but Flick died at the scene, PennDOT officials and state police say.  Fl…

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by Jillian Pikora
Hampden-Silver Spring, PA
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'Inflammatory' Stickers Slapped On Jewish Center In PA: Police 'Inflammatory' Stickers Slapped On Jewish Center In PA: Police
'Inflammatory' Stickers Slapped On Jewish Center In PA: Police Do you recognize this man? The man pictured was spotted slapping stickers with "inflammatory and intimidating messages" onto a Jewish center in Pennsylvania, according to surveillance videos obtained by police. Police were alerted by the incident when he was seen putting the stickers on the windows and doors of the Asbell Center for Jewish Life on the campus of Dickinson College in Carlisle on Sunday around 5:30 p.m., according to the release by Carlisle police. The images and messages on stickers have not been shared with the public.  There is no word if this is being investigated as…

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by Jillian Pikora
Hampden-Silver Spring, PA
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Former US Congressman, Pennsylvania Senator George Gekas Dies At 91 Former US Congressman, Pennsylvania Senator George Gekas Dies At 91
Former US Congressman, Pennsylvania Senator George Gekas Dies At 91 A former US Congressman for Pennsylvania and state senator, George W. Gekas, 91, of Harrisburg, died at his home on Thursday, Dec. 16, according to his obituary.  Gekas was a class of 1948 graduate of William Penn High School and a class of 1952 graduate of Dickinson College, according to his obituary. He went on to serve in the United States Army from 1953-55 before receiving his law degree at Dickinson School of Law in 1958, according to his obituary. He then worked as a Dauphin County assistant district attorney from 1960 until 1982 and simultaneously serving the the Commonwea…

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by Jillian Pikora
Cherry Hill, NJ
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Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer To Retire After 'Meaningful' Career Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer To Retire After 'Meaningful' Career
Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer To Retire After 'Meaningful' Career Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer has announced she is retiring effective Dec. 1.   Mayer was sworn in as Acting Prosecutor for Camden County on Oct.1, 2009. She worked to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the community by sponsoring numerous drives and events, according to the Camden County Prosecutors Office. Before being appointed Acting Prosecutor, Mayer spent the majority of her 27-year career as a prosecutor with the Office of the Attorney General, Division of Criminal Justice. While working at the attorney general’s office Mayer primarily…

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by Joe Gomez
Hampden-Silver Spring, PA
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Dickinson College Will Require All Students To Have COVID-19 Vaccinations Dickinson College Will Require All Students To Have COVID-19 Vaccinations
Dickinson College Will Require All Students To Have Covid-19 Vaccinations Dickinson College has announced that all students will be required to have COVID-19 vaccinations. The school will require a vaccine unless a student has a religious or medical exemption. “The health and safety of our community has been at the center of all decision-making throughout the pandemic,” said Dickinson President Margee M. Ensign. “We’re planning for a full return of students this fall to a vibrant campus, and the safest way to do that is with a fully vaccinated student body.” The decision follows a recommendation by the American College Health Association to require the COVID-19 …

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by Jillian Pikora
Drexel Hill-Upper Darby, PA
Obituaries
Longtime Springfield School District Employee, Catherine M. Jenkins Dies, 67 Longtime Springfield School District Employee, Catherine M. Jenkins Dies, 67
Longtime Springfield School District Employee, Catherine M. Jenkins Dies, 67 Catherine M. Jenkins of Springfield died on April 6. She was 67-years-old. Born in Philadelphia, Jenkins worked with special needs children for 13 years as part of her employment with the Springfield School District in Delaware County, according to her obituary. Jenkins' obituary remembered her as someone who "enjoyed gardening, singing, reading, summers at the beach, and spending time with her grandchildren." Jenkins graduated from Wesley College in 1973 and Dickinson College in 1975, her obit says. Jenkins is survived by her husband of 45 years, G. David Jenkins; two daughters…

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by Nicole Acosta