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Nottingham-Perry Hall, MD
Police & Fire
Volunteer Soccer Coach In Perry Hall Accused Of Recording Underage Victim: Police
A Peeping Tom who installed recording devices in his home and filmed his underage victim without her consent has been arrested, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. Nicholas Fioravanti, 42, was arrested this week following an investigation into recording devices that were found placed inside two areas of his home, including a bedroom and bathroom. At the time the devices were uncovered, the victim was underage, investigators noted. Police say that Fioravanti - a volunteer soccer coach in the Perry Hall and White Marsh area - has been charged with privilege prurien…
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ
Police & Fire
Whippany Soccer Captain Suffered Broken Neck, Ribs In Crash, Campaign Says
Support is on the rise for an 18-year-old North Jersey high school soccer captain who sustained multiple broken bones in a crash last month. Molly Mack, the captain of the Whippany High School girls team, was identified by the team's booster club as the person seriously injured in the Sunday, Oct. 27 crash between two SUVs on Route 24 in Florham Park, as previously reported by Daily Voice. A week later, more than $122,000 had been raised for her recovery on a GoFundMe launched by her aunt and uncle, Tom Hamill and Jennifer Gullace, who say Mack was a passenger in one of the vehicles. …
Cortlandt, NY
Schools
Past Athletes Inducted Into Lakeland High School's 2024 Hall Of Fame
Several standout athletes from years past, including three complete teams, were honored by being inducted into a Northern Westchester high school's hall of fame. The honorees were recognized during a halftime ceremony held at the Lakeland-Somers football game on Friday evening, Oct. 25, Lakeland Central School District officials said. Those inducted into the 2024 Hall of Fame included: Basketball player Jen Ritz, who graduated in 2004 and was the first Lakeland High School basketball player to play for a Division I team at Iona College (now Iona University). A captain for…
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ
Police & Fire
Whippany HS Soccer Captain Seriously Injured, 4 Others Hurt In Florham Park Crash
An 18-year-old high school soccer player was among five people hurt in a weekend crash between two SUVs on Route 24 in Florham Park on Sunday, Oct. 27, Daily Voice has learned. At 12:23 p.m., a Suzuki SUV with one occupant collided with an Infiniti SUV containing five occupants while traveling eastbound on Route 24, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. The Infiniti overturned and the 18-year-old Whippany resident, identified by her school soccer team as Molly Mack, was ejected from the vehicle, leaving her with serious injuries. Both drivers and three other occupants sustained…
Yorktown, NY
Police & Fire
Update: 2 More Nabbed After Fight Between Soccer Teams At Yorktown Park, Police Say
Two more men were charged in connection with a fight that broke out between opposing teams during a soccer game in Northern Westchester, police said. Yorktown resident Ariel Enamorado, age 24, and Yorktown resident Gabriel Chavarria, age 40, were both charged with second-degree harassment in connection with an incident that happened at the Navajo Fields sports complex in Yorktown on Sunday, Oct. 6, Yorktown Police announced on Thursday, Oct. 31. According to the department, at around 11:30 a.m. on the day of the incident, police responded to a large fight between teams at the fie…
Chester, PA
Sports
MLS Philadelphia Union GoalKeeper, Holden Trent Dead At 25: Team Says
Philadelphia Union's goalkeeper has died, Major League Soccer and the club announced. Holden Trent, 25, of Greensboro, North Carolina, was found dead on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 26, according to the team. His cause and manner of death were unavailable at the time of publishing. Philadelphia Union released the following statement about his death on the team website: "The Philadelphia Union is devastated by the heartbreaking passing of Holden Trent. While he was a wonderful player and fierce competitor, he was more importantly a devoted son, brother, fiancé, and teammate who made…
Hackensack, NJ
Politics
Hackensack Councilman Stepping Down After Soccer Game Scandal
The Hackensack councilman who refused to apologize to a club coach after making derogatory racial comments about him and slamming his goalkeeper during a game will be stepping down. In an email to Daily Voice on Friday, Oct. 11, Leo Battaglia — who was elected in 2013 — said he feels he has no other choice but to resign from the city council. "This evening, I, Councilman Leo Battaglia, along with two individuals who participated in the conversation that took place on Monday, September 16th, visited the homes of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor," Battaglia said. "This was an opportunity to provide…
Alexandria, VA
Obituaries
Community Rallying To Send Award-Winning Alexandria Crossing Guard Home To Trinidad
A beloved member of the Alexandria Police Department who has been a fixture in the community for decades is being remembered for his work and commitment to children following his death, now they are hoping to send his body home to Trinidad. School Crossing Guard Richard Thomas leaves behind a lasting legacy following his passing after years of directing traffic and bonding with students and families during an award-winning career in Virginia. The state's "Most Outstanding Crossing Guard" in 2023 "knew how to keep everyone in the world around him safe," organizers of a GoFundMe campaign wrot…
Hackensack, NJ
News
'Bunch Of Lies:' Hackensack Councilman Won't Apologize To Soccer Coach Over Racial Remark
Hackensack's mayor is demanding an apology from a councilman accused of making racially insensitive remarks about a local soccer coach. Several city residents showed up to the city council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8 council meeting detailing alleged remarks made by Councilman Leo Battaglia, who was apparently overheard making derogatory comments about Royals FC Coach Shaun Holder on Sept. 12. Battaglia, at the Oct. 8 meeting, said: "I want to make it very clear I never intentionally made any kind of racial statement about any person. I've been very involved in the recreational program in t…
Yorktown, NY
Police & Fire
Man Nabbed For Assault During Soccer Game At Park In Yorktown: Police
A 30-year-old Hudson Valley man faces assault charges following a fight between teams during a soccer game at a Northern Westchester park, police said. Earlier Report - Update: 2 More Nabbed After Fight Between Soccer Teams At Yorktown Park, Police Say The incident happened on Sunday, Oct. 6, when authorities responded to the Navajo Fields sports complex in Yorktown at around 11:30 a.m. following an altercation during a soccer game, according to Yorktown Police Investigating officers determined that the fight broke out between the two teams. One victim told police that he was al…
West Orange, NJ
Police & Fire
18-Year-Old Missing After Attending Soccer Game: West Orange Police
An 18-year-old West Orange teenager has been reported missing, authorities said. Gideon Akwei was last seen at his residence at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27 after attending a West Orange High School soccer game, West Orange police said. The next morning, his parents checked on him and noticed he was not in his bedroom, police said. Akwei is approximately 5'6", weighs 165 lbs. and was last seen wearing a black sweat suit and black sneakers, police said. He uses a black mountain bike as a mode of transportation.
North Bergen-Guttenberg, NJ
Obituaries
Guttenberg Wrestler Alan Vera Garcia, 33, Dies Weeks After Cardiac Arrest Playing Soccer
Alan Vera Garcia, a professional New Jersey wrestler, died on Monday, Sept. 23, weeks after going into cardiac arrest while playing soccer, according to multiple news reports. He was 33 years old. Our dear friend and teammate, Alan Vera, recently suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while playing soccer. He is currently... Posted by USA Wrestling on Monday, August 5, 2024 Garcia, of Guttenberg, was born in Cuba and the first Cuban wrestler to win a national championship in the United States in Greco-Roman wrestling, his obituary on the Barquin Funeral Home site reads. His obituar…
Little Silver-Shrewsbury, NJ
News
CNN News Anchor From Shrewsbury Announces Husband's Death In Heartbreaking Post
Alisyn Camerota, A CNN anchor from Fairfield County, CT and with New Jersey roots is mourning the loss of her husband, she announced in a heartbreaking post on social media. Camerota, who was born in Shrewsbury, NJ said on Friday, Sept. 20 on Instagram that her husband, Tim Lewis, died on July 27, 2024 — two years after being diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Lewis' obituary on the Harding Funeral Home website says that he and Camerota live in Westport, CT. "I cannot imagine any human being soldiering through a devastating diagnosis with more humor, humility and bravery than Tim," …
Chappaqua, NY
Obituaries
Chappaqua's Ronald Tumpowsky, 49, Founded
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Ronald Seth Tumpowsky, beloved husband, father, and friend, died at the age of 49 on Friday, July 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Powell Tumpowsky and two sons, Robert Henry Tumpowsky and Harrison Powell Tumpowsky of Chappaqua, his brother Paul Adam Tumpowsky of New York City, and his father Roy Stuart Tumpowsky of Delray Beach, FL. Ron was born and raised in Rye Brook, NY and completed a Bachelor of Arts and Economics from Colgate University. A natural athlete and teammate, Ron competed at an elite level in both basketball and soccer throughout high school, and was a go…
Bethlehem, PA
Obituaries
Funeral For Track Coach Ryan Peck Scheduled In Bethlehem
The funeral details for a 34-year-old father of two young children who was killed in a crash have been released. Ryan Peck, 34, of Forks Township, died from blunt force injuries following a crash near the 5600 Block of Kesslersville Road in Plainfield Township on Aug. 15, as Daily Voice previously reported. An investigation into the accident is ongoing by Slate Belt Regional Police and the Northampton County Coroner’s Office. Peck was a 2008 graduate of Nazareth Area High School where he went on to coach soccer and basketball at the school after graduated with Bacholer's of Science a…
Nazareth, PA
Obituaries
Pennsylvania High School Coach Ryan Peck Killed In Crash: Coroner
A former high school coach was killed in a car crash on Thursday, August 15, according to the Northampton County Coroner's office and his friends. Ryan Peck, 34, of Forks Township, died from blunt force injuries following a crash near the 5600 Block of Kesslersville Road in Plainfield Township, as detailed in the coroner's release. An investigation into the accident is ongoing by Slate Belt Regional Police and the Northampton County Coroner’s Office. Peck was a 2008 graduate of Nazareth Area High School where he went on to coach soccer and basketball at the school. He also was …
Marlton-Evesham, NJ
Obituaries
South Jersey HS Athlete Killed By Train Remembered For Playing, Living 'Bigger Than Himself'
Friends and loved ones were rallying to support the family of a Palmyra teen killed by a New Jersey Transit train. Matthew Dickinson died on Thursday, Aug. 8, according to the Palmyra School District. He was 15 years old. Dickinson was hit by a River Line train at the Chestnut Street crossing just before 8:20 a.m., a NJ Transit spokesperson said. He was walking to a soccer scrimmage, FOX 29 News reported. A candlelight vigil was held for Dickinson at Palmyra High School on Sunday, Aug. 11. "Matthew was a great brother, a great teammate, and a great class…
Hamilton Township, NJ
News
Prisoner Swap: First Photo Shows New Jersey WSJ Reporter In Release From Russian Captivity
Evan Gershkovich is a free man. The 32-year-old New Jersey native was among three United States residents released from prison in Russia in on Thursday, Aug. 1, in what's being called the biggest prisoner swap between since 1991. Gershkovich, former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, and radio journalism Alsu Kurmasheva, were the prisoners released to American soil. The massive swap freed more than two dozen prisoners from six different countries. A photo shared by President Joe Biden to X shows the former hostages smiling, and proudly displaying an American flag, on an airplane. "…
Teaneck, NJ
News
Tears And Beers: Patrons Gather At The Cottage Bar For 'Last Call' Ever
"Bar closes at 6 p.m.," is scribbled in pen on a flashcard hanging on the front door of The Cottage Bar on Cedar Lane in Teaneck. That's when Mickey Dawson will shut his doors for good Tuesday, July 30, after 24 years in business. Reluctant to say goodbye, patrons gathered at their local watering hole, described by most as "an institution," unsurprisingly. "It's our neighborhood home," said Irini Killian of Ridgefield Park, tears in her eyes. "It's the 'Cheers' of Bergen County." "'Cheers' wishes they could be us!" someone somewhere in the dimly-lit pub chimed in. Others laughed and…
Hackensack, NJ
Sports
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…
Towson, MD
Sports
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 …
Bristol, PA
Sports
Philadelphia Wunderkind Cavan Sullivan, 14, Breaks Youngest Player Record In MLS
At 14 years old, Philadelphia native Cavan Sullivan on Wednesday, July 17 broke a longstanding record held by Freddy Adu in becoming the youngest player to enter an MLS match. The Philadelphia Union midfielder made his debut just moments after his brother and teammate, Quinn Sullivan, 20, scored a goal during the Subaru Park match against New England Revolution, putting their squad up 5-1. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cavan Sullivan (@cavan.sull) Sullivan said he figured the historic moment would happen during either Wednesday…
Englewood, NJ
Sports
Gregg Berhalter, Englewood Native, Fired As Head Coach Of US Men's Soccer Team
The search is on for a new head coach of the US Men's National Team. The team flamed out in front of hometown fans and were bounced from the 2024 Copa America in the group stage after losing to Urugay and Panama. It was the first time the US failed to advance out of the group stage. On Wednesday, July 10, the US Soccer Federation made an unsurprising announcement: The team's head coach, Englewood native Gregg Berhalter, 50, had been "relieved of his duties, effective immediately." The search for a new #USMNT head coach has begun. pic.twitter.com/BFVedpnyfo — U.S. Soccer …
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Sports
Jersey Shore Native Lands First MLS Head Coaching Job: 'An Incredible Opportunity'
An Atlantic County native is getting his first shot at managing a Major League Soccer club. B.J. Callaghan was named as the second head coach in Nashville SC franchise history, the team announced in a news release on Wednesday, July 3. The Ventnor City native will replace interim manager Rumba Munthali, who was promoted after longtime head coach Gary Smith left the club in May. Callaghan's appointment as Nashville's new boss came just two days after his 43rd birthday. "We are so excited to usher in this new era for Nashville Soccer Club with B.J. as our head coach," gen…
Massapequa, NY
News
Vehicular Manslaughter: Man Indicted For Long Island Crash That Killed 'Gentle' Victim
A Long Island man was allegedly driving drunk when he hit a pole, killing one person who was remembered as a devoted father and injuring another. Elvin Maradiaga Ortiz, age 33 of Hempstead, was indicted on Tuesday, June 25 on charges including vehicular manslaughter, the Nassau County District Attorney announced. Original Story: Man Arrested For Fatal Uniondale Crash, Victim Remembered As 'Gentle, Nurturing' At approximately 5:10 a.m. on the morning of February 24, Maradiaga Ortiz was driving his Jeep Grand Cherokee westbound on Jerusalem Avenue in Uniondale. The DA’s Office said…
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Sports
Pop Lloyd Stadium Getting $5.6M Transformation Into Multisport Facility In Atlantic City
A neglected baseball stadium in Atlantic City is getting major upgrades and will soon be used for many other sports, officials said. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday, June 17 for the $5.6 million renovation to Pop Lloyd Stadium. The project will make the stadium playable for baseball, softball, T-ball, football, soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey, as well as other sports and activities. The renovations include adding blue artificial turf, along with new dugouts, locker rooms, bleachers, restrooms, lighting, fencing, and a scoreboard. "Pop Lloyd Stadium has been in disrepair fo…
New Rochelle, NY
Business
New Indoor Sports Facility Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle: Here's Where
An all-new premier indoor sports facility in Westchester that offers ideal playing conditions all year long is now open for bookings. Socceroof, an indoor soccer facility chain, held a grand opening for its New Rochelle location on the third floor of the New Roc City shopping mall on Thursday, May 30. The 55,000-square-foot facility features several indoor fields with advanced turf, professional lighting, and climate control. Thanks to this, players who use the facility won't have to worry about the weather. Soccer players aren't the only ones who will get to use the facility, …
Fredericksburg, VA
Obituaries
Fredericksburg Nurse Loses Wife, 2 Kids, Mother-In-Law In Missouri Crash
A Fredericksburg nurse is seeing community support after his wife, mother-in-law, and two young children were killed in an out-of-state crash. Roger Quigley, who works for Mary Washington Healthcare, is mourning the loss of Kailen Ritter Quigley, 30, Finn, 7, Lillianna, 4, and Julie Alspaugh, 56, who were killed in a May 17 crash in Missouri. Citing the Missouri State Highway Patrol, ABC17 says an 85-year-old woman failed to yield and struck a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox driven by Alspaugh, sending the SUV into the path of a Freightliner. All but Finn died at the scene, …
Jersey City, NJ
Police & Fire
NJ Soccer Player, Licensed Gun Owner Jailed After Threatening Rival With Weapon After Game: PD
A Jersey City man has been arrested after pointing a handgun at a rival soccer player after both were ejected from a game in Secaucus over the weekend, police said. Reda Benyamin, 34, and the player on an opposing team began arguing during the game at Shetik Field on County Avenue on May 2, Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller said. Both players were ejected and went to their cars to leave after the game. While stopped at a light on Jefferson and County Avenue, Benyamin pulled up next to the player's car and threatened him with a black handgun, police said. Both then left the area. Benyamin…
Reading, PA
Lifestyle
International Soccer Stars Will Date Unsuspecting PA Woman On Brand-New Peacock Reality Show
A Pennsylvania woman will be dating massive, international soccer stars on a brand-new Peacock dating show. The twist? She has no idea how famous they are back home. "Love Undercover" will follow five male athletes who must leave their lavish lives behind to take on secret identities in dating single women in America, all completely unsuspecting of their fame overseas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Estefani Mendez (@stef.p.mendez) Among them Estefani Mendez, of Reading. Mendez and other women will be dating Premier L…
Manassas, VA
Obituaries
Northern VA Soccer Community Mourns Loss Of Coaching Legend Ken Krieger, 69
The death of one of the region's most successful soccer coaches has left Northern Virginia grieving. Ken Krieger, of Manassas, died Monday, March 4. He was 69 years old. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ali Krieger (@alikrieger) Krieger's brother, Scott, said he died of Alzheimer's, "a dreaded disease that first robbed him of his mind, then proceeded to shut down his body. "He will missed not only by his family, but by the many students, players, coaches, teachers, colleagues and friends whose lives he touched," Scott said. …
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