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Maryland Trail Runner, Dog Lover Haley Zullo Takes On Rare Disease With Community Behind Her Maryland Trail Runner, Dog Lover Haley Zullo Takes On Rare Disease With Community Behind Her
Maryland Trail Runner, Dog Lover Haley Zullo Takes On Rare Disease With Community Behind Her A healthy, active Maryland woman known for running trails, rescuing dogs, and working a demanding construction job is now fighting a rare disease that changed her life in an instant, leaving loved ones pleading for help as she faces a long road ahead. Haley Zullo was diagnosed in September with Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, an autoimmune disease that affects 1 to 2 people per million in the United States, according to loved ones. The organizers of a GoFundMe set up for Zullo wrote that “her immune system is failing her and it will continue to do so for the rest of her life.” The diagno…
America's Top Baby Names Of 2024 Revealed Ahead Of Mother’s Day America's Top Baby Names Of 2024 Revealed Ahead Of Mother’s Day
America's Top Baby Names Of 2024 Revealed Ahead Of Mother’s Day Heavy is the tiny head that wears the crown. Olivia and Liam have once again taken the top spots as America’s most popular baby names, according to a new report released by the Social Security Administration (SSA) just in time for Mother’s Day weekend. The SSA dropped its 2024 Most Popular Baby Names list on Friday, May 9, based on official Social Security card applications from the past year.  The agency has released the rankings every year since 1997, making it one of the most-watched baby name lists in the country. For the sixth straight year, families chose Olivia and Liam in 202…
NJ Dating Coach Shines On New Season Of Netflix's 'Love On The Spectrum' NJ Dating Coach Shines On New Season Of Netflix's 'Love On The Spectrum'
NJ Dating Coach Shines On New Season Of Netflix's 'Love On The Spectrum' Get ready to fall in love all over again — "Love on the Spectrum" Season 3 just dropped on Netflix, and yes, your favorite cast members are back. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix US (@netflix) The new season, which follows young adults on the autism spectrum searching for love, premiered Wednesday, April 2, in honor of World Autism Awareness Day, bringing with it everything fans love about the hit Emmy® Award-winning docu-series: heart, honesty, and awkward-yet-sweet moments that will have you grinning through happy tears. …
Lucky License Plate Lands Maryland Lottery Player $50K Windfall Lucky License Plate Lands Maryland Lottery Player $50K Windfall
Lucky License Plate Lands Maryland Lottery Player $50K Windfall A Prince George’s County woman played the numbers in her license plate and ended up landing $50,000 in a Pick 5 game, though she almost threw it all away. Markietta Robertson of Upper Marlboro, who has played the numbers ever since sales began in the state, won the $50,000 top prize on a $1 straight bet as well as an additional $400 prize on a 50-cent box bet. It was a good bet. One that almost didn't fully come to fruition.  “I was home when I checked my tickets and I just hollered when I saw I hit,” Markietta told officials. “I double-checked using the Lottery app and then I jumped …
William 'Mush' Marchioni, Clifton Native, Diehard Metallica Fan, 54 William 'Mush' Marchioni, Clifton Native, Diehard Metallica Fan, 54
William 'Mush' Marchioni, Clifton Native, Diehard Metallica Fan, 54 William "Mush' Marchioni, died on Thursday, Nov. 9 at the age of 54, according to his obituary. Born in Passaic, Marchioni was a lifelong Clifton resident, his obituary reads. He owned Mush Made Custom Screen Printing in Passaic for 15 years, according to his obituary. He is survived by his wife Laura, his daughter, Jamie, his siblings, Donna and James and other relatives and friends, his obituary reads. Today I need to post about the most devastating thing that has ever happened to me in my life. Last night I lost three... Posted by Laura Fasino-marchioni on Friday, November 10, …
'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' 'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World'
'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' A community on the North Shore is dealing with the difficult task of trying to fill a whole left by a mother who had "the biggest heart and the sweetest soul," according to an online fundraiser.  Michele Mersicano said Dawn DiLoreto was "an angel on earth with a smile on her face and ready to help attitude" on a GoFundMe campaign.  "With a contagious smile she’d light up your day and check in to make sure you were ok," Mersicano said. "She will definitely leave a void in this world especially for her daughter Mia." DiLoreto died unexpectedly on Tuesday May 30, according to her obituary. S…
Demarest Deacon Who Suffered Strokes Vacationing Sees Surge Of Support Demarest Deacon Who Suffered Strokes Vacationing Sees Surge Of Support
Demarest Deacon Who Suffered Strokes Vacationing Sees Surge Of Support Deacon Jim Puliatte desperately needs to get back to the United States for medical care — and his neighbors are working to make that a reality. On Sunday, April 23, Puliatte — who serves the Parish of St. Joseph in Demarest — fell ill with pneumonia, had two strokes and developed an acute blood infection, while traveling abroad, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched by his son, James. The hospital that the deacon is staying at does not have the proper equipment or medical personnel to treat him, his son said. A medical evacuation via air hospital to transport is needed to bring P…
Beloved Philly Chef Dies After Two-Year Cancer Battle Beloved Philly Chef Dies After Two-Year Cancer Battle
Beloved Philly Chef Dies After Two-Year Cancer Battle Beloved chef and dad Jim Burke died after a brave two-year battle with cancer on Monday, Aug. 8. He was 49. A native of Jenkintown, Burke was known for his work with James, a popular South Philadelphia restaurant, which he also owned with his wife, Kristina, The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. He was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2020, but by that time, it had already reached stage four, according to a GoFundMe. "Jim was a rare individual," reads the fundraiser, launched by Steve and Carla Red. "A brilliantly talented chef and restaurateur, a charismatic leader, the most wonderful fat…
'Heart Of Gold:' Support Surges For Family Of Lehigh Valley Dad, Cook After Sudden Death At 29 'Heart Of Gold:' Support Surges For Family Of Lehigh Valley Dad, Cook After Sudden Death At 29
'Heart Of Gold:' Support Surges For Family Of Lehigh Valley Dad, Cook After Sudden Death At 29 Support is surging for the family of a Lehigh Valley father and cook after his sudden death at age 29. Devon Decker died Feb. 20 at his Easton home, his obituary says. Born in Fountain Hill, Decker had worked as a cook for Pints & Pies Pub, Carrabba’s, and TGI Fridays, his memorial says. Decker was known for his love of cooking as well as spending time with his family, including his young son, James, his obituary says. More than $8,900 had been raised as of Wednesday afternoon on a GoFundMe for James, as well as Decker’s mother, Michele. “Devon Decker was taken from us way too soon,”…
Small Bets Produce Big $1.3M Win For Plumber At Atlantic City Casino Small Bets Produce Big $1.3M Win For Plumber At Atlantic City Casino
Small Bets Produce Big $1.3M Win For Plumber At Atlantic City Casino Playing cards is a little different than fixing pipes, a South Jersey plumber-turned-millionaire found in Atlantic City. Small bets made the difference this week when the Atlantic County resident and HVAC contractor hit a $1.3 million royal flush mega jackpot.  James, whose last name was withheld for privacy reasons, left the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino as an instant millionaire, Atlantic City casino officials said. The local plumber was making progressive $5 bets in an ultimate Texas Hold'em card game when he won the mega jackpot, reports said. “It is surreal to have hit a $1.3 mil…