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Loved Ones ID Mom, Daughter Found Dead In Red Bank Apartment Loved Ones ID Mom, Daughter Found Dead In Red Bank Apartment
Loved Ones ID Mom, Daughter Found Dead In Red Bank Apartment Mike McManamon, a Red Bank resident, is facing the unimaginable loss of his wife Christina and their daughter who were found dead in an apartment last week. Christina McManamon and her daughter were found dead in an apartment at Springview Gardens in Red Bank Thursday morning, Oct. 30, authorities confirmed. A spokesperson for the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office said only that there was no threat to the public. As of Wednesday, Nov. 5, no cause of death has been revealed. "Mike is one of the kindest and most genuine people you could ever meet, always ready with a smile, a helping hand,…
Teen Admits Role In HS Attack That Injured Educator, Student In Middletown: DA Teen Admits Role In HS Attack That Injured Educator, Student In Middletown: DA
Teen Admits Role In HS Attack That Injured Educator, Student In Middletown: DA A teenager has admitted to her role in a violent group attack at an Orange County high school that left both a student and a teacher injured, prosecutors announced.  Jennifer Ramirez-Castelan, age 19, of Middletown, pleaded guilty in Orange County Court to second-degree assault in connection with the March 25 incident, during which six students allegedly assaulted another student on the grounds of Middletown High School, the Orange County District Attorney's Office announced on Wednesday, July 16.  As previously reported by Daily Voice, the incident took place inside the school an…
Services Announced For Bergenfield HS Coach Killed In NY Parkway Crash Services Announced For Bergenfield HS Coach Killed In NY Parkway Crash
Services Announced For Bergenfield HS Coach Killed In NY Parkway Crash Family and friends will gather next week to say goodbye to Robert “Rob” Violante, a beloved New Jersey high school coach and educator from Westchester County who was tragically killed in a fatal crash on the Taconic State Parkway in New York.  Violante, age 45, of the hamlet of Granite Springs in Somers, was driving home from work on Wednesday, May 14, when his vehicle was struck head-on by a van that crossed the median near mile marker 9.2 in New Castle, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Three men in the van were also killed. The crash remains under investigation.  Known aff…
Bridgewater Man’s Legacy To Live On With Duke Island Park Memorial Bridgewater Man’s Legacy To Live On With Duke Island Park Memorial
Bridgewater Man’s Legacy To Live On With Duke Island Park Memorial A memorial bench is being planned to honor the life of a 33-year-old New Jersey man who died last month. Kyle Fine, of Bridgewater and formerly Raritan, died on Feb. 19, according to his obituary from Branchburg Funeral Home. He worked as an educator and counselor for Jointure, earning a reputation for his kindness and dedication to his students, his obituary reads. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening, playing video games, and watching reality TV, with Housewives and RuPaul’s Drag Race among his favorites, the funeral home website said. A GoFundMe campaign organized by Ashley Meye…
Bankbridge High Schooler Mason Gerber Dies: 'Tremendously Painful News' Bankbridge High Schooler Mason Gerber Dies: 'Tremendously Painful News'
Bankbridge High Schooler Mason Gerber Dies: 'Tremendously Painful News' Mason Gerber, a student at Bankbridge Regional High School died in the hospital on Sunday, Feb. 2, Gloucester County Special Services School District Superintendent James Dundee announced. "Mason has been a lifelong member of our school family, touching the hearts of so many students and staff throughout the years," Dundee said. "His presence brought joy, kindness, and warmth, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him." Rest Easy Mason Gerber a big loss to the bankbridge and the special Olympics communities Posted by John Remsing on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Out of respec…
Yonkers Assemblyman Makes Next Move: Declares Run For Westchester County Position Yonkers Assemblyman Makes Next Move: Declares Run For Westchester County Position
Yonkers Assemblyman Makes Next Move: Declares Run For Westchester County Position A prominent state assemblyman from Westchester is announcing a run for one of the county's top positions.  Yonkers Assemblyman Nader Sayegh, a Democrat who currently represents the state's 90th Assembly District, announced that he would be running for Westchester County Clerk on Friday, Dec. 13.  Sayegh, age 72, said he would bring a "unique skill set" to the role.  "I look forward to campaigning strong in every corner of our great county. The county clerk's office plays such a crucial role in providing services to the residents including legal records, passports, and land r…
Watch: Scotch Plains Teacher Surprised With 'Oscars Of Teaching' Award Watch: Scotch Plains Teacher Surprised With 'Oscars Of Teaching' Award
Watch: Scotch Plains Teacher Surprised With 'Oscars Of Teaching' Award Students, teachers, and community leaders gathered at a New Jersey Middle School Thursday, Nov. 14, expecting a standard visit from New Jersey Acting Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer.  But the assembly at Malcolm E. Nettingham Middle School took an exciting twist when Dr. Jane Foley of the Milken Educator Awards took the stage to reveal that fifth-grade teacher Emily Litz was New Jersey’s only recipient of the 2024-25 Milken Educator Award, often referred to as the "Oscars of Teaching." Along with the honor, Litz received an unrestricted $25,000 prize and made hi…
Teacher In Baltimore Arrested For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor, County Police Say Teacher In Baltimore Arrested For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor, County Police Say
Teacher In Baltimore Arrested For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor, County Police Say A 24-year-old educator in Baltimore County is behind bars for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a minor, according to police. Lewis Laury was arrested on Monday, July 1 following an investigation by the department's Crimes Against Children Unit following an investigation into his reported relationship with a juvenile. At the time the incident was reported, Laury was a teacher with the Baltimore City Public School system, police say. Laury was taken into custody and charged with second-degree rape and sexual offense in the third degree. #BCoPD BALTIMORE CITY SCHOO…
Lifelong Maryland Educator Margaret Marshall Remembered For 'Preparing Students For Success'' Lifelong Maryland Educator Margaret Marshall Remembered For 'Preparing Students For Success''
Lifelong Maryland Educator Margaret Marshall Remembered For 'Preparing Students For Success'' The Charles County flag will be lowered to half-staff following the death of longtime educator Margaret Marshall, a trailblazing teacher who died at the age of 84. Marshall, a former member of the Charles County Board of Education and retired teacher passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 28, officials confirmed, following a lifetime of educating students in Maryland. Commissioner President Reuben B. Collins II, Esq, has ordered the Charles County flag to be lowered to half-staff... Posted by Charles County Government on Friday, March 1, 2024 Her esteemed career began in 1961 at Lemmel Jun…
Popular Educator From Ossining Dies At Age 68 Popular Educator From Ossining Dies At Age 68
Popular Educator From Ossining Dies At Age 68 A beloved educator from Northern Westchester who worked in Connecticut known for her dedication to her family has died.  Edna Rose Ventarola of Ossining died on Monday, Nov. 14 at the age of 68, according to her obituary.  Ventarola was born in 1954 and raised in the Bronx, graduating from Lehman College, her obituary said.  Pursuing a career in early childhood education, Ventarola served as the director of Creative Playtime in Scarsdale and also directed the Head Start program in Port Chester, according to her obituary.  Ventarola also later served as s…
'Never Made One Excuse:' Beloved Morris County Science Teacher Dies After Long Cancer Battle 'Never Made One Excuse:' Beloved Morris County Science Teacher Dies After Long Cancer Battle
'Never Made One Excuse:' Beloved Morris County Science Teacher Dies After Long Cancer Battle Beloved Madison High School science teacher Jennifer Freeman died at home Saturday after a long battle with cancer. Freeman worked at the school for 19 years teaching environmental science and physics, Principal David Drechsel said in a letter sent to parents. Freeman had also served as supervisor of the school’s science department for a period of time, he said. Freeman was known among both students and staff members as a devoted educator and had continued to teach even while undergoing treatment. “She managed to always muster up every bit of strength to teach her classes and provide qual…
Westchester Native Kerri Ann Kennedy-Tompkins, Beloved Teacher, Dies Of COVID-19 At 48 Westchester Native Kerri Ann Kennedy-Tompkins, Beloved Teacher, Dies Of COVID-19 At 48
Westchester Native Kerri Ann Kennedy-Tompkins, Beloved Teacher, Dies Of Covid-19 At 48 Westchester native and Putnam County resident Kerri Ann Kennedy-Tompkins, a beloved longtime teacher, died on Friday, April 10.  She was 48. She was a breast cancer survivor and suffered many illnesses as a result of it and died due to complications of COVID19. Born on Aug. 4, 1971 in Yonkers to Eileen (Kilduff) Kennedy and Paul T. Kennedy, Sr. she was a longtime resident of Garrison (Continental Village). She graduated from Franciscan High School in 1989 and then from Mercy College in 1993 and worked as a special education teacher for many years. Kerri was predeceased by her father (…
School Media Specialist ID'd As Victim Of Toms River Fire School Media Specialist ID'd As Victim Of Toms River Fire
School Media Specialist ID'd As Victim Of Toms River Fire An elementary school media specialist and mother of three was identified Saturday as the victim of a fatal house fire. Sara Trahey, 33, could not be rescued from the fast-moving fire at her home in Toms River. Her husband, Jeff, and their three young children managed to escape as firefighters arrived late Friday night. The fire broke out about 11 p.m. on 15th Street in the Silverton section of Toms River and rapidly spread to four neighboring houses due to strong winds, authorities said. Lakewood School District Superintendent Laura Winters said in a statement: "Sara’s many contributions …