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Bad to the Bone? Only If You Miss George Thorogood’s 2025 Tour Stops Bad to the Bone? Only If You Miss George Thorogood’s 2025 Tour Stops
Bad to the Bone? Only If You Miss George Thorogood’s 2025 Tour Stops More than 15 million albums sold, thousands of nights on the road, and a riff that can rattle your bones from the first note—George Thorogood isn’t slowing down at 75. This fall, he and The Destroyers crank up the "Baddest Show on Earth Tour," and we're getting our share of the noise. Tickets are already moving fast. Sept. 10, 2025 – Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg, PA Sept. 12, 2025 – Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Casino, Atlantic City, NJ Sept. 13, 2025 – Great Cedar Showroom, Mashantucket, CT Sept. 16, 2025 – Palace Theatre, Albany, NY Sept. 19, 2025 – Lynn Memorial Auditori…
Music Legend Brent Hinds Dies At 51 In Crash Between SUV, Motorcycle Music Legend Brent Hinds Dies At 51 In Crash Between SUV, Motorcycle
Music Legend Brent Hinds Dies At 51 In Crash Between SUV, Motorcycle Brent Hinds, the electrifying musician whose riffs helped launch Mastodon to metal stardom, has died in a tragic motor-vehicle crash in Atlanta.  The 51-year-old Hinds, the former lead guitarist and co-vocalist of the Grammy-winning band, was killed on Wednesday, Aug. 20, when his Harley Davidson motorcycle was struck by a BMW SUV that failed to yield while turning, according to police, Atlanta News First reported.  The collision caused fatal injuries, and authorities have ruled his death accidental. Born William Brent Hinds in Birmingham, Alabama, he began his musical journey on…
Pleasantville Man Arrested For Stealing Instruments From Heart Before AC Gig: Police Pleasantville Man Arrested For Stealing Instruments From Heart Before AC Gig: Police
Pleasantville Man Arrested For Stealing Instruments From Heart Before AC Gig: Police A 57-year-old Pleasantville man was arrested and charged on Wednesday, June 4, with stealing two instruments from the trailblazing rock band Heart while they were preparing for their show at the Etess Arena at the Hard Rock Atlantic City last weekend, authorities said. Nancy Wilson, who co-founded the band with her sister Ann, said on Instagram that the instruments are irreplaceable.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nancy Wilson (@nancywilson) Surveillance video showed Garfield Bennett walking through various parts of Atlant…
Great Scott! Marty McFly's Iconic Guitar Is Missing: How You Can Help Find Movie History Great Scott! Marty McFly's Iconic Guitar Is Missing: How You Can Help Find Movie History
Great Scott! Marty McFly's Iconic Guitar Is Missing: How You Can Help Find Movie History A worldwide search is underway for one of the most famous guitars in movie history: the one played by Marty McFly. Gibson has launched a global hunt for the guitar that Michael J. Fox used in the iconic 1985 movie "Back to the Future." The instrument company announced the search in a news release on Tuesday, June 3.  Fox, in his role as McFly, rocked out on the cherry red Gibson ES-345 in the "Enchantment Under the Sea" school dance scene at the crux of the film. Despite going back in time to 1955, McFly played Chuck Berry's 1958 song "Johnny B. Goode," and ended his intense guita…
Miller Releases Beer-Infused Vinyl That Sounds Like Your Favorite Dive Bar Miller Releases Beer-Infused Vinyl That Sounds Like Your Favorite Dive Bar
Miller Releases Beer-Infused Vinyl That Sounds Like Your Favorite Dive Bar Miller High Life is remixing its beer with some dive bar sounds. "The Champagne of Beers" has released a limited-edition vinyl record made with real Miller High Life beer inside of it, Molson Coors said in a news release. The first-of-its-kind collectible is designed to sound like a night at your favorite neighborhood spot. The 25-minute album called "Dive Bar Sounds" went on sale on Thursday, April 10. Preorders will continue on Tuesday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 16. Only 200 copies are available for $18 each, about the price of a 24-pack. "This is the first-ever beer-infused vinyl …
Man Hit Victim Over Head With Guitar In Clifton Park, Police Say Man Hit Victim Over Head With Guitar In Clifton Park, Police Say
Man Hit Victim Over Head With Guitar In Clifton Park, Police Say A Capital Region man is facing a felony charge after allegedly striking another person over the head with a guitar. Saratoga County Sheriff’s deputies were called to a Clifton Park residence on Lapp Road for an assault at around 1 p.m. Monday. March . An investigation found that Nicholas Gidley, 34, intentionally injured another person by striking them over the head with a guitar, sheriff’s officials said. The instrument was considered a “deadly weapon or dangerous instrument,” according to deputies. Gidley was arrested on suspicion of second-degree assault, a felony, and was later release…
Two Pemberton Men Learn Fate For Murdering Autistic Teen: Prosecutor Two Pemberton Men Learn Fate For Murdering Autistic Teen: Prosecutor
Two Pemberton Men Learn Fate For Murdering Autistic Teen: Prosecutor Two Pemberton gang members will likely be spending the rest of their life behind bars after being sentenced on Friday, Feb. 21 for their role in murdering a Willingboro teen with autism, authorities said.  Kavon Carter, 27, and Sylas Young, 22, were sentenced to 110 years in prison and 80 years in prison, after being convicted of first degree murder in the fatal shooting of Yahsinn "YaYa" Robinson, 18, Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw said. At 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 22, 2021, police responded to Willingboro High School and found Robinson had been shot several ti…
PHOTOS: Baltimore Police Officer John Morozin Laid To Rest PHOTOS: Baltimore Police Officer John Morozin Laid To Rest
Photos: Baltimore Police Officer John Morozin Laid To Rest John Morozin, a decorated Baltimore police officer and expert martial artist, was laid to rest after tragically passing away while practicing Jiu-Jitsu in Maryland. A celebration of life was held in his honor, where family, fellow officers, and loved ones came together to pay tribute to his legacy. On Thursday, Feb. 13, law enforcement, friends, and well-wishers gathered to remember Morozin’s dedication, service, and passion for both his career and martial arts. The Baltimore PD shared a Facebook album showing Morozin's funeral and loved ones saying their final goodbyes. Yesterday, we…
Baltimore Police Officer Dies Suddenly At Jiu Jitsu, Officials Say: Remembering John Morozin Baltimore Police Officer Dies Suddenly At Jiu Jitsu, Officials Say: Remembering John Morozin
Baltimore Police Officer Dies Suddenly At Jiu Jitsu, Officials Say: Remembering John Morozin John Morozin, a decorated Baltimore police officer and an expert martial artist, died unexpectedly at 55 while Jiu-Jitsu, according to members of the Alvin C Palmer Memorial FOP Lodge in Philadelphia. Morozin, of New Freedom, PA had a long and distinguished career in law enforcement, serving with multiple police departments before most recently joining the Baltimore Police Department, his obituary states. Morozin, affectionately known as "Big John" to some, attended Penn State University before pursuing a career in law enforcement, according to his obituary on the Fluehr Funeral Home websit…
9-Year-Old Elementary Student Dies After Tragic Accident At Bristol Home 9-Year-Old Elementary Student Dies After Tragic Accident At Bristol Home
9-Year-Old Elementary Student Dies After Tragic Accident At Bristol Home The Bristol Township School District is mourning the loss of 9-year-old Lex Heinisch, a Mill Creek Elementary School fourth grader, who died in a tragic accident at his Croydon home on Tuesday night, Jan. 21 the school announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. Lex Heinisch, remembered as a passionate and joyful child, had been a student at Mill Creek since kindergarten. Known for his love of soccer, Metallica, playing guitar, and Squid Games, Lex poured his heart into everything he did, touching the lives of many in the community. "It is with profound sadness that I share that one of our students d…
Retired Upper Saddle River Police Officer Craig Parrella Dies: 'The Guy You Could Count On' Retired Upper Saddle River Police Officer Craig Parrella Dies: 'The Guy You Could Count On'
Retired Upper Saddle River Police Officer Craig Parrella Dies: 'The Guy You Could Count On' Hearts broke across North Jersey on Christmas Eve as news spread of the passing of Craig Parrella, a retired Upper Saddle River Police officer and former United States Marine. Parrella's wife, Lauren, shared the news of his passing in an emotional Facebook post on Tuesday, Dec. 24. "Craig was quite simply one of the best people I ever knew," she writes. I have loved him since I was 22 years old and will love him until my last breath. He was kind, thoughtful, sweet, funny, selfless, talented, loving, and so much more. "Craig gave me a love and adoration that most people don’t find in their…
Pemberton Twp. Gang Members Convicted Of Killing Willingboro Teen With Autism, Prosecutors Say Pemberton Twp. Gang Members Convicted Of Killing Willingboro Teen With Autism, Prosecutors Say
Pemberton Twp. Gang Members Convicted Of Killing Willingboro Teen With Autism, Prosecutors Say Two Pemberton Township men were found guilty of murder in the 2021 killing of a Willingboro teen with autism, authorities said. A jury convicted 27-year-old Kavon Carter and 22-year-old Sylas Young on Tuesday, Dec. 17, Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw said in a news release. They were indicted in the death of 18-year-old Yahsinn "YaYa" Robinson. Willingboro police responded to Barrington Lane just before 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, Apr. 22, 2021. Robinson, a senior at Willingboro High School, was shot several times and pronounced dead at the scene. Investig…
Longtime Edison Firefighter Ray Tobik Dies Suddenly, 58 Longtime Edison Firefighter Ray Tobik Dies Suddenly, 58
Longtime Edison Firefighter Ray Tobik Dies Suddenly, 58 A family was rallying for support after a former Edison firefighter died, according to a fundraising campaign. Ray Tibok, 58, died suddenly on Thursday, Aug. 8, a GoFundMe page said. He had served as a firefighter for the Edison Township Fire Department for 30 years before retiring in May 2022. The GoFundMe had raised more than $1,400 from at least 11 donations as of Thursday, Aug. 22. "His commitment to his community and his family was unwavering," wrote Tibok's nephew Joseph Schmidig in the memorial fundraiser. "Whenever you needed something Ray would be there." Tibok was reme…
Kevin Waite, Jersey City Musician, Father Of Two, Dies At 46 Kevin Waite, Jersey City Musician, Father Of Two, Dies At 46
Kevin Waite, Jersey City Musician, Father Of Two, Dies At 46 Kevin Waite, a Jersey City musician who worked in mental health, died recently at the age of 46, according to a fundraiser set up to support his family. Waite is survived by his wife Nicole and his two children, Dylan and Ruby. As of Friday, Aug. 16, the fundraiser has raised more than $65,800. It’s hard to find a group that’s been together for 40 years. Through the good times and the bad we’ve been through it... Posted by Brian Skib on Monday, August 12, 2024 "Kevin's warmth, generosity, and boundless spirit touched everyone he met," wrote Melanie Kirsch, who organized the fundrai…
Inmate Charged With Selling Former River Dell Star Athlete Fentanyl That Killed Him: Prosecutor Inmate Charged With Selling Former River Dell Star Athlete Fentanyl That Killed Him: Prosecutor
Inmate Charged With Selling Former River Dell Star Athlete Fentanyl That Killed Him: Prosecutor A 28-year-old Paterson man who had been jailed on weapons offenses has been charged in the overdose death of a 26-year-old Bergen County man in 2023, authorities said. Vashawn A. Davis sold Tyler Kallensee, of Oradell, the fentanyl that killed him on Sunday, July 23, 2023, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. Kallensee was found by officers responding to a 9-1-1 call reporting an unresponsive man in a private home. Kallensee was pronounced dead at the scene, and indicators of a possible drug overdose were noted, Musella said. Thus began a year-long investiga…
Jersey Shore HS Grad, Beloved Dad Of Young Son Justin Freeling Dies Suddenly At Age 33 Jersey Shore HS Grad, Beloved Dad Of Young Son Justin Freeling Dies Suddenly At Age 33
Jersey Shore HS Grad, Beloved Dad Of Young Son Justin Freeling Dies Suddenly At Age 33 Jersey Shore high school graduate and beloved father of a young son Justin M. Freeling died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 18 at the age of 33. Freeling, a Philadelphia native, graduated from Lower Cape May Regional High School, his obituary and social media pages say. Freeling was known for his passion and talent for music and playing the guitar. He also had a one-of-a-kind “impractical joker” sense of humor, his memorial says. Above all, Freeling adored his young son, Thomas Dean, and spent “every possible minute” with him. “Our hearts are broken and we hope that God grants him the etern…
Rutherford's Dr. William E. Schlenger Who Spurred Policy Changes For Vietnam Veterans Dies Rutherford's Dr. William E. Schlenger Who Spurred Policy Changes For Vietnam Veterans Dies
Rutherford's Dr. William E. Schlenger Who Spurred Policy Changes For Vietnam Veterans Dies William E. Schlenger, Ph.D. died peacefully on September 1, 2021, after succumbing to the long-term ravages of dementia. He was predeceased by his wife, Nancy Jernigan, MD, who died on May 11, 2021.  Bill, born on December 29, 1945, was the son of Donald E Schlenger and Evelyn Woodward Schlenger, both deceased, of Palm Desert, CA. He is survived by his stepdaughter, Teri Minnis of Raleigh, and his older brother, Donald R. Schlenger and his wife, Jacqueline Masar Schlenger, of Cary, NC. Bill was the uncle of Nicole Desta Walker and Jessica Paige Nelson, husband Lance Nelson, and the…
Henderson High School Grad, ChesCo Native Kevin Crosby Dies, 32 Henderson High School Grad, ChesCo Native Kevin Crosby Dies, 32
Henderson High School Grad, ChesCo Native Kevin Crosby Dies, 32 Chester County native Kevin S. Crosby died on Aug. 3 at the age of 32. Born in West Chester, he graduated from Henderson High School and worked as a front-line worker for AFC urgent care, according to his obituary. Crosby had a "love for exploring the outdoors, listening to music, and playing the guitar," his obit says. He is survived by his father, Andy A. Crosby, mother, Victoria Crosby; brother, Andy Crosby (Katelyn, sister-in-law; Evelyn, niece), grandparents Allen and Faye Crosby, Donald and Thaila Evons; uncle, Jeff Evons (Mable, wife), Chris Crosby (Leah, wife), Tim Crosby (Lisa, wi…
Mount Olive HS Grad, Board Of Education Member, Dog Shelter Volunteer Josh Camoia Dies, 25 Mount Olive HS Grad, Board Of Education Member, Dog Shelter Volunteer Josh Camoia Dies, 25
Mount Olive HS Grad, Board Of Education Member, Dog Shelter Volunteer Josh Camoia Dies, 25 Mount Olive High School graduate and Board of Education member Josh Camoia died Nov. 13 at the age of 25. Camoia, born in Morristown, graduated from Mount Olive High School in 2013 and had served as a member of the district’s Board of Education for the past seven years, his obituary says. Camoia, who lived in Flanders at the time of his death, had a passion for animals and volunteered for dog adoption days at the 11th Hour Rescue Shelter, his memorial says. He also loved music, playing the guitar and attending concerts. “He will be fondly remembered for his sweet smile, kindness, friendsh…