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Finding Her 'Voice': Glen Cove Native Turns Chairs On Popular TV Show Finding Her 'Voice': Glen Cove Native Turns Chairs On Popular TV Show
Finding Her 'Voice': Glen Cove Native Turns Chairs On Popular TV Show It took just three seconds for New York native Shye Roberts to get Gwen Stefani to hit that red button. The 17-year-old, originally from Long Island’s Glen Cove, ultimately convinced all four coaches to turn their chairs during her blind audition on NBC’s “The Voice,” in an episode that aired Tuesday, Oct. 8. Performing Five for Fighting’s 2001 hit, “Superman,” Roberts had both Stefani and Reba McEntire up on their feet in applause before the coaches made their cases, each pleading for the vocal powerhouse to join their team. “Wow. Your voice is like butter,” McEntire said. “It is just so …
'The Voice' Contestant Who Worked At PA Walmart Gets 4 Chair Turn Around On 'The Voice' Contestant Who Worked At PA Walmart Gets 4 Chair Turn Around On
'The Voice' Contestant Who Worked At PA Walmart Gets 4 Chair Turn Around On A Chester County woman who used to work at a local Walmart wowed judges on "The Voice," receiving a four-chair turnaround. Gabrielle Zabosky, 25, of Oxford, sang Kelly Clarkson’s “Mr. Know It All” during the Blind Audition for the show's 26th season on Tuesday, Oct. 8, according to Parade.  Her performance impressed judges Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, and Michael Bublé. "I love your voice," Reba told her, according to Parade. "You have a lot of power, a lot of dynamics going in and out." Zabosky told Parade that music has always been a large part of her life. She explained…
Mount Vernon's Sean Combs' Mom Calls Allegations Against Him 'Lies': Report Mount Vernon's Sean Combs' Mom Calls Allegations Against Him 'Lies': Report
Mount Vernon's Sean Combs' Mom Calls Allegations Against Him 'Lies': Report As New York native and hip hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faces federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges, his mother is coming to his defense while also admitting he has made mistakes, according to reports.  Combs's mother, Janice Small Combs, released a statement defending her son, who was arrested on Tuesday, Sept. 17 on a three-count indictment accusing him of running a criminal enterprise that involved sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery, and obstruction of justice, BBC reported on Monday, Oct. 7.  Earlier Report - Mount Vernon's Sean 'D…
Pound Ridge Power Couple Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively Riding High As Movies Soar At Box Office Pound Ridge Power Couple Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively Riding High As Movies Soar At Box Office
Pound Ridge Power Couple Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively Riding High As Movies Soar At Box Office A New York couple you have heard of is riding high, with each starring in blockbuster movies released about the same time this summer. After actors Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively married in 2012, they decided to call Northern Westchester County home, moving to the same town -- Bedford -- where iconic television personality Martha Stewart has lived for decades. Shortly after, Reynolds, age 47, and the 37-year-old Lively bought a new multi-million dollar estate tucked away in a wooded area of neighboring Pound Ridge. But it's not as if they've had much time to spend around the house. Lively…
Bethenny Frankel Lists $6M Bridgehampton Estate Where She 'Spent The Pandemic' With Daughter Bethenny Frankel Lists $6M Bridgehampton Estate Where She 'Spent The Pandemic' With Daughter
Bethenny Frankel Lists $6M Bridgehampton Estate Where She 'Spent The Pandemic' With Daughter Bethenny Frankel is parting ways with the New York estate where she hunkered down during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The 53-year-old Skinnygirl founder and “Real Housewives of New York City” alum listed her Long Island estate in the hamlet of Bridgehampton for just shy of $6 million. “Saying goodbye to my first Hamptons home,” Frankel captioned an Instagram post Friday, Sept. 13. She went on to say the house left her with many lasting memories and saved her during “a very challenging time.” “This house was where we spent the pandemic with my quaranteam of (daughter) Bryn and my fu…
'Today' Show's Hoda Kotb Announces Exit To Spend Time With Kids At Bronxville Home 'Today' Show's Hoda Kotb Announces Exit To Spend Time With Kids At Bronxville Home
'Today' Show's Hoda Kotb Announces Exit To Spend Time With Kids At Bronxville Home After more than five years as co-anchor, "Today" show fixture Hoda Kotb says she will be leaving to spend more time with her family in the suburbs. The 60-year-old Kotb announced her upcoming exit from NBC's "Today" during the show on Thursday morning, Sept. 26, saying on the show that she realized it was time "to try something new" during her 60th birthday celebration in August.  "I remembered standing outside looking at these beautiful bunch of people with these gorgeous signs, and I thought, 'This is what the top of the wave feels like for me.' And I thought it can't get better…
Jersey City 9-Year-Old Cut From 'America's Got Talent' After Wowing Judges Jersey City 9-Year-Old Cut From 'America's Got Talent' After Wowing Judges
Jersey City 9-Year-Old Cut From 'America's Got Talent' After Wowing Judges A 9-year-old boy from Jersey City stole the hearts of "America's Got Talent" judges from the jump. Journeyy Belton performed his original song "Paradise" on the NBC competition weeks ago. It wasn't long before he had the judges rooting for him. Journeyy performed "Three Little Birds" on the piano and sang along on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Simon Cowell said he was a "sweet kid with such potential," urging audiences to vote for him.  Sofia Vergara also had encouraging words, saying Journeyy was the "best thing tonight." She also called his performance "flawless." But Journeyy's journey on AG…
Trump Says Debate With Harris Will Take Place In Harrisburg Trump Says Debate With Harris Will Take Place In Harrisburg
Trump Says Debate With Harris Will Take Place In Harrisburg Former President Donald Trump took to TruthSocial to announce the location of what he says will be his first debate with Vice President Kamala Harris — and supposedly several others on early Sunday, Aug. 11.  According to Trump the debate schedule is as follows: The first debate will be in Harrisburg, PA on Wednesday, Sept. 4 on FoxNews. The second will be at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA on Tuesday, Sept. 10 anchored by David Muir on ABC.  The third debate will be in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Wednesday, Sept. 25 on NBC.  Below is the complete TruthSocial post made a…
Fans Beg NBC To Sign NJ Olympian Who Called Gold For Simone Biles Fans Beg NBC To Sign NJ Olympian Who Called Gold For Simone Biles
Fans Beg NBC To Sign NJ Olympian Who Called Gold For Simone Biles Has New Jersey's Laurie Hernandez found her calling? The New Brunswick native was a member of the US women's gymnastic team's "Final Five" at just 16 years old, winning gold at Rio 2016 alongside Simone Biles. This week, the 24-year-old shined as one of the most colorful commentators, calling Biles' and Team USA's wins alongside commentator Rich Lerner, both for NBC, at Paris 2024. Following her major commentating debut, fans — and even some sports journalists — are calling on NBC to give Hernandez the contract they say she deserves. Hope NBC signs Laurie Hernandez to a long-term contr…
These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch
These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch The Paris Olympics have begun!  And, in case you missed it, several of Garden State's fittest and most athletic residents are there (scroll for their names, sports, and hometowns). A total of 23 athletes from New Jersey have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold. Events kicked off Friday, July 26. Click here for a complete schedule of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Garden State athletes include: Paxten Aaronson, of Medford: Soccer Bam Adebayo, of Newark, and 2020 Olympian: Basketball Jack Alexy, of Morristown: Swimming Jackie Dubrovich, of Riverda…
Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics
Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics We're days away from the Paris Olympics, and several of Pennsylvania fittest and most athletic residents will be there. A whopping 35 athletes from Pennsylvania have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. They are: David Abrahams, of Havertown: Para Swimming Justin Best, of Kennett Square: Rowing Kahleah Copper, of Philadelphia: Basketball Emma Deberdine, of Millersville: Field Hockey Brooke Debredine, of Millersville: Field Hockey Casey Eichfeld, of Drums: Canoe/Kayak Phia Gladieux, of Oley: Field Hockey Michael G…
Root For These 24 Maryland, Virginia Athletes Repping Team USA At Paris Olympics Root For These 24 Maryland, Virginia Athletes Repping Team USA At Paris Olympics
Root For These 24 Maryland, Virginia Athletes Repping Team USA At Paris Olympics A strong contingent of athletes and para athletes from Maryland and Virginia are headed to the Paris Olympics. A total of 24 athletes from Maryland and 15 from Virginia have all qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. Athletes from Maryland set to sport the Red, White, and Blue during the Olympics:  Phoebe Bacon, of Chevy Chase, in swimming; Aaron Brooks, of Hagerstown, in wrestling; Kevin Durant, of DC, in basketball; Erin Gemmell of Bethesda, in swimming; Noah Hanssen, of Maryland, in wheelchair fencing; Jahmal …
'American Ninja Warrior' Champ Drew Drechsel Sentenced For Child Sex Crimes Involving NJ Victim 'American Ninja Warrior' Champ Drew Drechsel Sentenced For Child Sex Crimes Involving NJ Victim
'American Ninja Warrior' Champ Drew Drechsel Sentenced For Child Sex Crimes Involving NJ Victim "American Ninja Warrior" champion Drew Drechsel's has fallen from grace and landed in federal prison. Drechsel, 35, who was crowned Total Champion of NBC's "American Ninja Warrior" in 2019, was sentenced last week in Camden Federal Court to 121 months in prison — just more than 10 years — for the charges stemming from child sex crimes that U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger said involved a teen victim from New Jersey. "The Real Life Ninja" told investigators he met the victim in 2014, when they were 14 years old through the parkour community as an “American Ninja Warrior.…
'Chameleon': Wife-Killer Facing Charges In 33-Year-Old NJ Murder Case Featured On Dateline NBC 'Chameleon': Wife-Killer Facing Charges In 33-Year-Old NJ Murder Case Featured On Dateline NBC
'Chameleon': Wife-Killer Facing Charges In 33-Year-Old NJ Murder Case Featured On Dateline NBC A convicted killer facing new charges in connection with his second wife's death in Mercer County will be featured in a two-hour broadcast titled "Chameleon" on Dateline NBC on Friday, April 26. John David Smith III has served 20 years in an Ohio prison for the murder of his first wife. Now, he faces murder charges in New Jersey for killing his second wife, Fran Gladden-Smith, 33 years ago in West Windsor. At 9 p.m. Friday, Dateline NBC said it will reveal a "gripping investigation exposing (the) man suspected of multiple murders." Victims' relatives and detectives who put Smith behin…
Body Found In Maryland Field In 1998 Identified: Now It's Time To Find Her Killer, Sheriff Says Body Found In Maryland Field In 1998 Identified: Now It's Time To Find Her Killer, Sheriff Says
Body Found In Maryland Field In 1998 Identified: Now It's Time To Find Her Killer, Sheriff Says For 25 years, the body of LaQuanda Denise "Niecey" Williams was called Jane Doe. That changed last October, a few months after NBC aired a segment about the 1998 Charles County cold case, and a family member called police that very night. On Friday, March 22, the Charles County Sheriff's Office announced that death of 31-year-old Niecey Williams has been ruled a homicide. But her story isn't over yet. “Learning the identity of Jane Doe after 25 years is a testament to the relentless dedication of our investigators," Sheriff Troy D. Berry said. "Today, we take a significant step forward in…
Estate Built For 'Mighty Mouse' Cartoon Studio Head In Bronxville Now On Sale For $4.6M Estate Built For 'Mighty Mouse' Cartoon Studio Head In Bronxville Now On Sale For $4.6M
Estate Built For 'Mighty Mouse' Cartoon Studio Head In Bronxville Now On Sale For $4.6M A renovated Westchester estate that was built for the cartoonist whose studio created famous characters such as "Mighty Mouse" and is now upgraded with the latest modern home technology is up for sale.  Terry Manor, located in Bronxville at 27 Hampshire Rd. and built in 1935 for filmmaker and cartoonist Paul Terry of Terrytoons, is now listed for $4.649 million, according to its Zillow listing.  The five-bed and five-bath residence, located in Lawrence Park West near Bronxville Village, was designed by renowned architect Lewis Bowman as a dream estate for Terry, whose studio creat…
'Powerhouse' Baltimore Songbird Wins Over 'The Voice' Judge At Very Last Second 'Powerhouse' Baltimore Songbird Wins Over 'The Voice' Judge At Very Last Second
'Powerhouse' Baltimore Songbird Wins Over 'The Voice' Judge At Very Last Second With seconds to spare, L. Rodgers won over Reba McEntire. The Baltimore resident, 34, performed The Rolling Stone's "Wild Horses" on the Tuesday, March 12 Blind Auditions episode of NBC's "The Voice." View this post on Instagram A post shared by L. Rodgers (@l.rodgerthat) "I was just blown away with your vocal and I was just listening and listening and I'm like holy crap I've got to turn around for this person," McEntire tells Rodgers. McEntire went on to compliment Rodgers on the fullness of her voice, noting she's a "powerhouse." Uns…
Western Mass Native Stuns Judges In Big Return To NBC's 'The Voice' (VIDEO) Western Mass Native Stuns Judges In Big Return To NBC's 'The Voice' (VIDEO)
Western Mass Native Stuns Judges In Big Return To NBC's 'The Voice' (Video) Madison Curbelo is back, baby. To NBC's "The Voice," that is (scroll for video). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Madison Curbelo (@madison_curbelo) The 22-year-old singer from Westfield appeared on Season 20 of the show in 2021, but her audition back then fell flat. Things couldn't be more different for Curbelo this time around. On Monday, March 4, she returned to "The Voice" and performed "Stand By Me" with her guitar for judges Reba McEntire, John Legend, Chance the Rapper and Dan + Shay. All four judges whipped around …
DC Singer Falls Flat On 'The Voice DC Singer Falls Flat On 'The Voice
DC Singer Falls Flat On 'The Voice For "The Voice" judges, Ash Haynes wasn't quite it. The 36-year-old Washington D.C. singer who once sang backup for a Swedish artist at Eurovision took to the NBC stage in this season's debut Monday night, Feb. 27. Haynes sang "Simply the Best" by Tina Turner for judges Reba McEntire, John Legend, Chance the Rapper and Dan + Shay. None of the judges turned their chairs for Haynes, but did give her some constructive criticism. EGOT Legend told Haynes if she was going to hit the big notes, she should do so "more accurately" and with control and precision. Shay of Dan + Shay said Haynes…
Is Hailey Mia Going To Hollywood? Watch Clifton Teen's 'American Idol' Audition Is Hailey Mia Going To Hollywood? Watch Clifton Teen's 'American Idol' Audition
Is Hailey Mia Going To Hollywood? Watch Clifton Teen's 'American Idol' Audition A New Jersey teen who finished fourth on NBC's "The Voice" in 2021 will have a second shot at fame Sunday, Feb. 25. ** WARNING: The following news story contains spoilers ** Hailey Mia, 16, of Clifton, serenaded "American Idol" judge Katy Perry with her own song, "Rise" — as well as Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie — for her audition. Anyways, Hailey's going to Hollywood. View this post on Instagram A post shared by hailey mia 🧚‍♀️ (@officialhaileymia) Katy called the performance inspiring, saying she has full body chills "even in places I've b…
NBC CT Reporter Mike Massaro Leaving Station NBC CT Reporter Mike Massaro Leaving Station
NBC CT Reporter Mike Massaro Leaving Station After some five years on the screen, informing and entertaining, NBC Connecticut reporter Mike Massaro is leaving the station. A Connecticut native, born and raised in Hartford County, Massaro, who's from Manchester, announced on Friday, Feb. 16 on the X Platform that he will be signing off at the end of the month.  "It has been an amazing journey of reinvention at NBC Connecticut for nearly five years," Massaro wrote. "I challenged myself to use my broadcasting skills in a different yet meaningful way and succeeded. However, I will be leaving the network at month’s end. Onward!" The …
Larchmont's Kate Snow To Step Away From NBC Nightly News Anchor Chair After 8 Years Larchmont's Kate Snow To Step Away From NBC Nightly News Anchor Chair After 8 Years
Larchmont's Kate Snow To Step Away From NBC Nightly News Anchor Chair After 8 Years After over eight years, Westchester resident Kate Snow will no longer be anchoring NBC Nightly News on Sundays. Snow, a Larchmont resident, announced that she would be stepping away from the program during the NBC Nightly News broadcast on Sunday, Feb. 18, saying that the job was "a privilege."  During her announcement, Snow said she would instead be focusing her attention on the weekday program, NBC News Daily, which she also anchors.  "I will miss the team that you don't see behind the cameras here," Snow said on Sunday, adding, "I'll continue to be part of the Nightly News fam…
'Love Island' Moves Inland, Looking For Massachusetts Contestants 'Love Island' Moves Inland, Looking For Massachusetts Contestants
'Love Island' Moves Inland, Looking For Massachusetts Contestants If you have what it takes to lounge by a beach in a tropical paradise along with a dozen beautiful men and women vying for your affection, then Peacock is looking for you.  The NBC streaming service recently announced it had begun the casting process for the sixth season of the reality dating show "Love Island." Producers are looking for men and women from all parts of the country to join.  Contestants are paired up on the island and must compete as a couple. Those pairings are tested and pushed to their breaking points through challenges and shake-ups within the show.  …
'AGT' Runner Up From Bergenfield Returns For 2nd Shot 'AGT' Runner Up From Bergenfield Returns For 2nd Shot
'AGT' Runner Up From Bergenfield Returns For 2nd Shot Get ready to be wowed once again by Anna DeGuzman, a Bergen County magician. The master of cardistry, and a native of Bergenfield, who finished second on "America's Got Talent", will be appearing on "America's Got Talent: Fantasy League" on Monday, Jan. 22. on NBC.  On "Fantasy League", judges choose a roster of their favorite acts and mentor them as they compete against other contestants. The winning act receives $250,000.  Last summer, DeGuzman dazzled viewers and judges with her array of impressive card tricks and devil-may-care attitude. Judges related to how nervous she got…
Taylor Swift's Private Jet Just Left Morristown, Celeb Aircraft-Tracker Says Taylor Swift's Private Jet Just Left Morristown, Celeb Aircraft-Tracker Says
Taylor Swift's Private Jet Just Left Morristown, Celeb Aircraft-Tracker Says A Reddit page designated to tracking Taylor Swift's private jet says that one of her planes landed in Morristown but left less than 24 hours later Saturday, Jan. 13. TaylorSwiftJets, or @SwiftJetNextDay on X, is run by programmer Jack Sweeney, who notoriously had 30 of his Twitter accounts banned by Elon Musk after he bought the social platform. Sweeney was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Consumer Tech in 2023. I’m honored to have made it on the Forbes 30 Under 30 for Consumer Tech. Thanks to everyone who has helped me learn, grow and create. https://t.co/kL6RyjGus4 pic.twi…
Successful Executive, Educator From South Salem Dies Suddenly At 61 Successful Executive, Educator From South Salem Dies Suddenly At 61
Successful Executive, Educator From South Salem Dies Suddenly At 61 A beloved former media executive from Northern Westchester who cofounded an educational consultant company is being remembered for his deep desire to help others.  South Salem and Brooklyn resident Frank Joseph Hardart III died suddenly on Monday, Jan. 8 at the age of 61 following a brief illness, according to his obituary.  Born in New York City in 1962, Hardart graduated from Bronxville High School and went on to earn degrees at the University of Notre Dame and Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management.  After his schooling, he went on to enjoy a …
Candlelight Memorial Set For Mom Of 2 Killed On Christmas Day In Lawrence Candlelight Memorial Set For Mom Of 2 Killed On Christmas Day In Lawrence
Candlelight Memorial Set For Mom Of 2 Killed On Christmas Day In Lawrence A 21-year-old mother of two who was killed in Lawrence on Christmas Day will be remembered in a candlelight vigil on Thursday, Jan. 4. Diomaris Mejia was found dead at her Lawrence apartment on Salem Street after family members asked officers to perform a welfare check around 7:45 a.m. on Dec. 26. The candlelight vigil to honor her will be held at 5 p.m. at 243 Salem St. in Lawrence. Related: Man Accused Of Killing Diosmary Mejia Arrested In Texas: DA Santana Guerrero Temporo was arrested on Friday, Dec. 29, as a fugitive in connection with Mejia’s death, authorities said.&nbs…
Fredericksburg Dad Wins 'The Voice' Fredericksburg Dad Wins 'The Voice'
Fredericksburg Dad Wins 'The Voice' Michael Huntley has won "The Voice." The Fredericksburg, VA dad, who brought his 6-year-old daughter on stage earlier in the season to choose his coach, sang “Another Love" by Tom Odell and "Higher" by Creed for his last performances before votes were cast. On the second finale night, Huntley performed "Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door" by Bob Dylan as a duet with coach Niall Horan. The final two came down to Huntley and Ruby Leigh. Then Huntley's name was called. He erupted in tears of joy. Host Carson Daly reveals the winner of Season 24 of The Voice. Watch The Voice on NBC and streamin…
Gwen Stefani, Niall Horan Save NJ Singer Nearly Sent Home On 'The Voice' Gwen Stefani, Niall Horan Save NJ Singer Nearly Sent Home On 'The Voice'
Gwen Stefani, Niall Horan Save NJ Singer Nearly Sent Home On 'The Voice' It was nearly over for Mara Justine, until Gwen Stefani and Niall Horan came to her rescue. The 21-year-old native lost in one of the knockout rounds on last week's episode of "The Voice" on NBC: Hailey Mia was crowned the winner of the challenge. But coaches Stefani and Horan each used a remaining steal with minutes to spare keeping Justine in the runnings, sending Caleb Sasser home. John Legend called Justine's rendition of Harry Nilsson's "Without You" her best performance on the show yet.  While Stefani pled her case to be Justine's next coach, the Garden State native ultima…
Hudson Valley 13-Year-Old Sent Home After 'Stunning' Performance On 'The Voice' Hudson Valley 13-Year-Old Sent Home After 'Stunning' Performance On 'The Voice'
Hudson Valley 13-Year-Old Sent Home After 'Stunning' Performance On 'The Voice' Stunning wasn't good enough for judges on NBC's "The Voice." Despite giving a near-perfect performance of Sia's "Unstoppable," 13-year-old Orange County resident Julia Roome, of Warwick, was sent home during the Knockout Rounds of the show last week. "I was just stunned by what you did," John Lennon said after a bout of crying. "A performance like that you can win 'The Voice.'" She and fellow contestant Lennon VanderDoes were both "knocked out" by Alexa Wildish's performance of Cher's "Believe." "There's no steals or saves left which makes this — I don't even have words for it," said Nia…
SEE INSIDE: New ‘Friends’-Themed Cafe In Boston Honors Matthew Perry SEE INSIDE: New ‘Friends’-Themed Cafe In Boston Honors Matthew Perry
SEE Inside: New ‘Friends’-Themed Cafe In Boston Honors Matthew Perry Central Perk Coffeehouse, a first-of-its-kind cafe inspired by the hangout spot on the TV show "Friends," opened its doors in Boston this week. And owners are paying tribute to Matthew Perry, one of the six members of the original cast, who died unexpectedly on Oct. 28.  Designed by Glen & Company, the inaugural Central Perk Coffeehouse is stuffed with Easter eggs for fans of the show that ran for a decade on NBC. That includes the iconic orange couch from the cafe in the series.  And no "Friends"-themed cafe could be complete without the iconic orange couch from the coffeehouse in…