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Granby, CT
Breaking News
Eighth-Grade Student Dies During School Field Trip To Granby Resort
School officials have confirmed that a Massachusetts eighth-grade student died during a school field trip at a Connecticut resort. Emari Marshall-Woodard, 14, suffered a medical emergency and reportedly drowned while at High Meadow Resort in Granby on Wednesday, June 11, authorities said. Springfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Sonia Dinall confirmed he was a student of the district in a message to parents and staff on Thursday. “Our entire Springfield Public Schools community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of one of our students following a school field trip yes…
National Interest
Murder Charge Filed Against Son Who Allegedly Shot PA Dad Over Nintendo On 11th Birthday: Docs
A Central Pennsylvanian child accused of fatally shooting his father inside their home is now facing a murder charge after prosecutors withdrew an earlier criminal homicide count, court records show. The updated charge was filed in Perry County Court, where criminal homicide was formally withdrawn and replaced with a count of murder, according to the docket updated on Thursday, April 2. The child is accused of the death of Douglas Dietz, 42, who was found fatally shot in bed at the family’s Duncannon home early Tuesday, Jan. 13, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice. Birthd…
Morristown, NJ
Obituaries
Morristown EMT Richard Hathaway Dies Suddenly
Richard Hathaway, a longtime Morristown EMT and paramedic, died Monday, Jan. 26, according to his obituary published on the Doyle Funeral Home website. “He dedicated the vast majority of his life to patient care, primarily in the pre-hospital setting as a paramedic,” his obituary states. “Many coworkers, patients, and family members were very relieved when Richard could offer medical advice or respond to a call.” “A sense of calm would come over anyone that needed help when Richard was around,” the obituary states. “One of his life purposes was to help people and he did that beyond belief.”…
Potomac, MD
Obituaries
Winston Churchill HS Senior Dies On Family Vacation After Tragic Fishing Accident In Mexico
A high school senior from Virginia was killed in a fishing accident while traveling in Mexico over winter break, school officials confirmed. Levi Shum, who attends Winston Churchill High School in Potomac, was an "avid and experienced fisherman," Principal John Taylor said Monday, Jan. 5. “Levi was a wonderful young man, and will be remembered fondly by his peers and this community.” "It is true that the death of anyone close to us, especially a young person, can be emotionally challenging," he continued. "Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with Levi’s family and friends du…
Middletown-Wallkill, NY
Your Community
Elementary Student Dies After Short-Term Illness In Middletown, District Says
An Orange County school district is mourning the death of a student who died after a short illness. New, updated report - PTO Organizes Help For Family Of Girl, 6, Who Died From Short Illness In Orange County (UPDATE) In a letter sent to families on Monday, Jan. 5, the Enlarged City School District of Middletown's Acting Superintendent Camille Adoma said a student who had attended the Maple Hill Annex at Truman Moon Elementary School died over the weekend after a short-term illness. The district said the loss has left the school community in grief and shock. To suppo…
Mount Vernon, NY
Breaking News
Support Comes To Over 100 Displaced By 5-Alarm Fire At Mount Vernon Apartment Building (
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More than 100 residents were displaced after a massive five-alarm fire tore through an apartment building in Westchester County, prompting an hours-long emergency response and a large-scale humanitarian effort. The fire broke out at 30 Cottage Ave. in Mount Vernon early Sunday morning, Nov. 23, and quickly escalated to five alarms as flames ripped through the building. Mount Vernon firefighters, joined by numerous mutual-aid departments, battled the blaze for more than eight hours. The fire was declared under control at 1:56 p.m., according to city officials. Two civilians and f…
Riverhead, NY
Breaking News
Search Underway For 13-Year-Old Who Did Not Return To Riverhead’s Timothy Hill Ranch
Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a 13-year-old boy who did not return to a youth facility on Long Island after leaving school earlier this week. James Feaster was last seen around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, at William Floyd High School in Mastic Beach, according to Riverhead Town Police. He failed to return to Timothy Hill Ranch, a nonprofit residential program that provides housing, mentoring, and support services for at-risk youth and young adults. Feaster is described as 5-foot-9 and 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black sweats…
Branford, CT
Breaking News
13-Year-Old Branford Girl Killed: 'We Are Heartbroken'
A Connecticut community is mourning the death of a 13-year-old girl. The teen died Wednesday, Sept. 17, around 7:30 a.m. on Killam’s Point Road in Branford. Police said her death was not linked to criminal activity. "We are heartbroken by the loss of such a young life, and our thoughts are with the family, friends, and all who are affected. Out of respect for the family’s privacy, no further identifying details will be released." Police said they are working with support agencies to assist the family and the community. "The Branford Police Department remains committed to supporting the fa…
Sparta, NJ
Obituaries
Sparta Middle School Football Player Daniel Bachkaz Dies After Cancer Battle
The Sparta community is mourning the loss of middle school student Daniel Bachkhaz, who passed away Friday evening, April 4, following a brave fight with cancer, Superintendent Dr. Matthew Beck confirmed in a letter shared with parents. "The entire school community will keep the Bachkhaz family in our hearts and thoughts during this difficult time," Beck said. Daniel's father confirmed the tragic passing of his "best friend and son" on social media. The young football player's cancer journey began in 2022, when a GoFundMe launched for the family revealed that he had been diagnosed with an …
Chantilly, VA
Breaking News
Toddler Struck, Killed In Low-Speed Crash With Pickup Truck Near Chantilly Driveway: Police
A heartbreaking accident in Chantilly left a 3-year-old dead after a low-speed collision with a pickup truck, according to the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD). The fatal crash was reported on Saturday, Nov. 16, at approximately 3:48 p.m. in the 14500 block of Trans World Avenue. Detectives from FCPD's Crash Reconstruction Unit determined that the child was riding a tricycle on a private driveway before crossing onto the roadway, where a 2012 Ford F-450 struck the child at a low rate of speed, police say. Despite immediate response efforts, the child was pronounced dead at the scene…
