'A Quiet, Gentle Soul': Community Mourns Loss Of Central Mass Man, 25, After Crash 'A Quiet, Gentle Soul': Community Mourns Loss Of Central Mass Man, 25, After Crash
'A Quiet, Gentle Soul': Community Mourns Loss Of Central Mass Man, 25, After Crash Loved ones of Jake Brisbois, the 25-year-old who was killed in a crash on Monday, June 19, in Lancaster, said he was a stalwart friend, a hard worker, and a caring soul.  Brisbois, of Princeton, was hit by a tractor-trailer on I-190 around 1:30 a.m., police said.  The Wachusett Regional High School graduate worked as a team leader at Walmart, his obituary said.  Jacob was a quiet and gentle soul often being referred to as a “gentle giant” by his family. An enthusiast for anything with a motor and two wheels, he loved to ride his motorcycles and dirtbikes. He had a passion for photography…
Former Prom Queen's Healing Work As Photographer Showcased In NJ Film Festival Former Prom Queen's Healing Work As Photographer Showcased In NJ Film Festival
Former Prom Queen's Healing Work As Photographer Showcased In NJ Film Festival A professional photographer from the Jersey Shore is featured in a new biographical film at the NJ Film Festival. Lakewood's Linda Troeller said the film is about her journey photographing healing waters around the world. Directed by Derek Johnson and Ali Scattergood, "Our Healing Waters" tells the story of Linda Troeller's life and career, focusing on her groundbreaking work documenting healing experiences in mineral springs and the female vision. "Our Healing Waters" will debut June 10 at 5 p.m. at the Rutgers University campus during the New Jersey International Film Festival, and is a…
Van-Flipping Couple Wants You To Come Say Hi — Find Them In Their Jersey City Driveway Van-Flipping Couple Wants You To Come Say Hi — Find Them In Their Jersey City Driveway
Van-Flipping Couple Wants You To Come Say Hi — Find Them In Their Jersey City Driveway Passerbys often do a double-take outside of Sophie Colle and Daveed Turek's Jersey City driveway. The husband and wife duo run Soda Deco, and convert and renovate vans to allow people live in them full time.  The lovebirds and business partners do all their work right there in the driveway of their Fairmount Avenue home: Colle does the designs while Turek does the building.  Soda Deco, a combination of their names, began during the pandemic when they found themselves needing something to do.  Daveed Turek and Sophie Colle run Soda Deco, which convert vans into living spaces.Sophie Col…
Jersey Shore's Jake Sugar Lived Life With An 'Unshakable Belief In The Goodness Of People,' 27 Jersey Shore's Jake Sugar Lived Life With An 'Unshakable Belief In The Goodness Of People,' 27
Jersey Shore's Jake Sugar Lived Life With An 'Unshakable Belief In The Goodness Of People,' 27 Tributes are pouring in after the unexpected death of 27-year-old Jersey Shore native Jake Alexander Sugar on Friday, March 25. Jake was raised in Shrewsbury Township and Jackson before graduating from Red Bank Regional High School in 2014, his obituary says. He then went into a career involving IT as a field technician. Jake was known as a skilled photographer with a keen eye for catching bits and pieces of the world’s natural beauty through his one-of-a-kind artwork. “His photographs reflected his unique perspective and his love for life,” reads his memorial. In addition to appreciating…
Kevin Von Der Linde Of Somerset County Dies, 27 Kevin Von Der Linde Of Somerset County Dies, 27
Kevin Von Der Linde Of Somerset County Dies, 27 Kevin T. von der Linde of Somerset County died at his Nashville, Tennessee home on Sunday, March 12. He was 27. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Kevin was adopted by his loving parents, Elizabeth and Peter in 1996, his obituary says. Kevin attended Basking Ridge High School, where he developed a passion for skateboarding and snowboarding. He was also an avid filmmaker and photographer, often sharing clips of his outdoor adventures on social media: summer is around the corner Posted by Kevin von der Linde on Thursday, May 6, 2021 nashville skyline Posted by Kevin von der Linde on Sa…
Videographer Killed In Union County Crash Videographer Killed In Union County Crash
Videographer Killed In Union County Crash A 61-year-old videographer was killed in a crash Friday,  on Route 22 in Mountainside. Darryl Damon, of Plainfield, was driving west around 6:45 a.m. Friday, Jan. 20 when he went off the highway and struck a utility pole, Mountainside police said. Damon was pronounced dead at the scene. He was the only occupant in a 1996 Mercedes Benz, police said. The crash occurred across from an AMC  movie theater near the Springfield border where the highway curves, police said. Anyone with information about the crash is asked to call Mountainside police Det. Ryan Carr at 908-232-8100. …
PA Mom Of 3, CIGNA Director Of Global Social Media Sarah Dudzic Dies At 38 PA Mom Of 3, CIGNA Director Of Global Social Media Sarah Dudzic Dies At 38
PA Mom Of 3, Cigna Director Of Global Social Media Sarah Dudzic Dies At 38 Tributes are pouring in for Pennsylvania mom of three and CIGNA Director Of Global Social Media Sarah E. (Lindsay) Dudzic of Fort Washington, who died on Wednesday, Dec. 21 aged 38. Born in Bethlehem, Sarah graduated from Bethlehem Catholic High School in 2002 before earning a Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University with a dual major four years later, her obituary says. Sarah later received an MBA from Temple University in 2012 and was employed as a Senior Account Executive for Tierney prior to working with Braithwaite Communications as an Account Supervisor. Most recently, Sa…
UPDATE: Renowned Photographer From NJ Survives Severe State Line Motorcycle Crash, Family Says UPDATE: Renowned Photographer From NJ Survives Severe State Line Motorcycle Crash, Family Says
Update: Renowned Photographer From NJ Survives Severe State Line Motorcycle Crash, Family Says UPDATE: An accomplished international photographer from Englewood who was critically injured in a motorcycle crash on the Palisades Interstate Parkway "still has lots of healing to do" but is "doing very well, all things considered," a loved one reported. David Zimand was airlifted to Hackensack University Medical Center following the mid-afternoon crash just north of the State Line Lookout in Alpine shortly before 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21. Several witnesses told PIP police that a BMW sedan hit the motorcycle when the driver switched from the left to the right lanes on the northbound …
US Army Sergeant From Hudson Valley Dies While On Active Duty At Age 36 US Army Sergeant From Hudson Valley Dies While On Active Duty At Age 36
US Army Sergeant From Hudson Valley Dies While On Active Duty At Age 36 A US Army sergeant from the Hudson Valley died while on active duty. Dutchess County native Bryan Micheal Faison, a lifelong Beacon resident, died suddenly on Friday, June 17 in Asia while serving in the Country of Brunei, according to his obituary. A cause of death has not been released. He was 36 years old.  He was born in Poughkeepsie on Jan. 19, 1986, the son of Sandra (South) Faison and Micheal Faison.  A Beacon High School graduate (Class of 2004), he earned a degree in Applied Sciences at Hudson Valley Community College before enlisting in the United States Army on M…
Support Rises For Daughters Of NJ Native, Devoted Dad Who Died After Valiant Cancer Battle, 38 Support Rises For Daughters Of NJ Native, Devoted Dad Who Died After Valiant Cancer Battle, 38
Support Rises For Daughters Of NJ Native, Devoted Dad Who Died After Valiant Cancer Battle, 38 Support is on the rise for the daughters of New Jersey native and beloved father Joseph Thomas Kobialka, who died after a valiant battle with cancer on Monday, April 25 at the age of 38. Born in Somers Point, Joseph grew up New Gretna before recently moving to Georgetown, Delaware, where he lived at the time of his death, his obituary says. Joseph was known for his love of nature and the outdoors, including fishing, trapping, and photography, according to his memorial. He also had a passion for media and creating art. Above all, Joseph is remembered for embracing his role as a caring and …
Westchester Native Who Was Photographer, Former High School Athlete Dies At Age 27 Westchester Native Who Was Photographer, Former High School Athlete Dies At Age 27
Westchester Native Who Was Photographer, Former High School Athlete Dies At Age 27 A lifelong Hudson Valley resident, who worked as a freelance photographer and a carpenter, has died unexpectedly at age 27. Putnam County resident Ryan Daly, of Mahopac, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 11, according to his obituary. Daly was born in North Tarrytown, and he was a graduate of Mahopac High School with the class of 2012, his obituary said. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree at Savannah College of Art and Design. During his time at school, he also played football, basketball, and lacrosse, his obituary said. "He had an eye behind the lens and captured so many won…
Brothers Killed In CT Crash Remembered As Inseparable Friends Brothers Killed In CT Crash Remembered As Inseparable Friends
Brothers Killed In CT Crash Remembered As Inseparable Friends Two brothers who died last month in a Connecticut crash are being remembered by loved ones as inseparable friends.  The single-vehicle crash happened in New Haven County at about 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 28, on Hosley Avenue in Branford, police reported.  All three occupants of the vehicle died in the crash.  The driver was identified as 17-year-old Megan Nicole Povilaitis, of East Haven, and the two passengers were identified as Anthony Dudchik, age 19, of East Haddam, and Robert Dudchik, age 22, of East Haven. Earlier report - Three Killed In Branford Crash A fu…