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Fairfield, CT
Politics
At Charlie Kirk Memorial, Widow Offers Forgiveness As Trump Vows ‘Hate’ For Enemies
Charlie Kirk’s widow and President Donald Trump delivered sharply different messages during a memorial for the 31-year-old conservative activist, who was shot and killed at an event in Utah earlier this month. Mourners filled the 63,000-seat State Farm Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 21, in Glendale, Arizona, where some of the most prominent figures in Trump’s administration and right-wing politics took the stage. Many vowed “retaliation” and “retribution,” but Erika Kirk — the widow of Charlie Kirk — urged forgiveness, telling mourners she has forgiven the 22-year-old accused gunman. “My husband,…
White Plains, NY
News
Erika Kirk Extends Grace To Suspect During Husband Charlie's Memorial Service: 'I Forgive Him'
Grief turned to resolve as family, friends and political allies gathered at State Farm Stadium in Arizona to celebrate Charlie Kirk’s life and promise to continue his work. The service at the home of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals near Phoenix on Sunday, Sept. 21 lasted around five hours and there were an estimated 95,000 in attendance. From the lectern, his widow of the 31-year-old conservative influencer offered grace to the 22-year-old suspect in his murder and vowed to carry the mission forward. Erika Kirk, newly named CEO of Turning Point USA, told mourners she intends to make her …
Huntingtown, MD
Obituaries
‘Shimmering And Sparkling’: Partner Devastated After Danny Malay-Miller's Death In Maryland
The house is too quiet now. That’s how Glenn Malay-Miller described life after the sudden death of his husband and best friend, Danny Malay-Miller, who passed away on Sunday, Sept. 14. The loss has left Glenn — and an entire circle of friends, family, and community — shattered and searching for ways to navigate the days ahead. “Danny, I love you so very much from infinity and beyond,” Glenn wrote in a heartbreaking tribute. “You will forever be in my heart and I hope you rest easy and are with mom and brother Mike and Ophelia and Barnabas. "I miss you soo (sic) much. Have a good rest my …
Shrewsbury, MA
Police & Fire
'The Love of My Life': Shrewsbury Man Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Caring Dad
A Massachusetts father of three who police say was shot and killed after confronting a man over graffiti was set to be married later this month. The man charged with attacking him is now facing a murder charge. Authorities said 26-year-old Snehal Srivastava fatally shot 56-year-old Kevin Doherty during an encounter at Jordan Pond on Aug. 28. Doherty, who had just walked his 6-year-old son to Coolidge Elementary School, called 911 just after 8:45 a.m. to report he was being attacked. Dispatchers then heard gunfire and Doherty’s last words: “He shot me,” according to authorities. Doherty’s fi…
Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
David Duchovny Debuts New Poetry Book In Ridgewood
Actor. Writer. Director. Novelist. David Duchovny can now add poet to the list. Duchovny, who starred as Agent Mulder on the hit sci-fi series "The X-Files," will be signing copies of his new poetry book "About Time" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. in "About Time," Duchovny explores love, the loss of love, parenting, his own parents, alienation, and other emotional quandaries, according to a synopsis. "Poetry is not useful. And that is exactly why we need it. It reminds us of two important things: our ultimate lack of agency and our inability to say anything…
Basking Ridge-Bernards, NJ
News
Basking Ridge Broadway Star's Real-Life BF Replacing Filipino Actor Sparks Double Backlash
The lead actress in Broadway’s "Maybe Happy Ending" is speaking out after her real-life boyfriend was cast to replace a Filipino American actor in the Tony Award-winning musical — a casting decision that has ignited backlash over both racial representation and personal optics. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Andrew Barth Feldman (@andrewbfeldman_) Helen J Shen, 25, who co-leads the show and is originally from Basking Ridge, NJ, responded to the controversy in an Instagram post on Thursday, July 31. Shen’s boyfriend, Andrew …
West Milford, NJ
Obituaries
West Milford's Nick Weinzierl Dies Suddenly, 33, With Wedding Date Less Than Year Away
Nicholas "Nick" Weinzierl had just bought his first home and set a date to marry the love of his life. But earlier this week, the 33-year-old from West Milford passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, his family said. Nick, who was born on Christmas, Dec. 25, 1991, died on Monday, July 14, according to an obituary on the D’Agostino Funeral Home website. He was remembered as fiercely loyal, endlessly thoughtful, and full of love: "He found joy in the little things and lit up when he could make the people around him smile," his sister, Jenna, said on a GoFundMe launched to support Nick's fiancé…
Saratoga Springs, NY
Lifestyle
Is Real Love Dead? Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Say Yes
Is romance on life support? A new survey says a growing number of Americans think so. Nearly 30 percent of adults believe real love is a thing of the past — and a majority say they’ve actively stepped back from dating or physical intimacy as a result. In the nationally representative survey of 2,000 adults, 24 percent said they want a break from sex, with reasons ranging from a desire for emotional closeness to needing time to reconnect with their own needs. A full 52 percent say they’ve previously taken an extended “sex sabbatical,” averaging about six months. Of those who stepped …
Reading, PA
Lifestyle
Still A Virgin At 34, Reading Man Tries Tantra And Pickup Lines On New TLC Show
A 34-year-old man from Pennsylvania is putting his love life — or lack thereof — on national television. Alex, who lives in his parents’ attic and drives his mom’s minivan, is one of the stars of TLC’s newest original series, "Virgins," which premiered Monday, June 9 at 9 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TLC (@tlc) The show follows four adults in their 30s and 40s who have never had sex, as they take big swings toward intimacy, love, and self-discovery. Alex’s sisters are determined to push him out of his comfort zone — and…
Saddle Brook-Elmwood Park, NJ
News
Saddle Brook Navy Dad Michael Redzio Dies Days Before Coming Home To Baby Girl, Wife
A 24-year-old New Jersey father serving in the U.S. Navy died in a tragic accident just days before he was set to return home, loved ones said. Michael Redzio, of Saddle Brook, passed away on June 4, while stationed in San Diego, according to a GoFundMe launched by family friend Jakub Gniazdowski. Gniazdowski did not provide details about the nature of the accident. However, on June 4, NBC San Diego reported that a 24-year-old Ford F-150 driver crashed through roadblocks and rear-ended an unoccupied forklift around 2 a.m., leaving two passengers seriously injured. It is not yet confirmed wh…
Mount Holly, NJ
Lifestyle
NJ Native Behind Netflix’s New Comedy With Tina Fey, Steve Carell
Tina Fey and Steve Carell are teaming up again — this time for a Netflix comedy series inspired by a 1981 classic. The pair star in "The Four Seasons," an eight-episode adaptation of the Alan Alda film by the same name, Netflix’s Tudum reports. The show follows couples navigating friendship and love across the calendar year. The series was created by Fey along with fellow 30 Rock writers Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield. Wigfield, who grew up in Wayne, NJ, has also worked on "Great News" and "The Mindy Project." View this post on Instagram A p…
Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Meet Maria Shriver In Ridgewood: Here’s Where, When
Maria Shriver is ready to tell the story of her extraordinary life. Shriver is signing copies of her new book “I Am Maria: My Reflections and Poems on Heartbreak, Healing, and Finding Your Way Home” at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, April 1 at 6 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) The book features Shriver’s poetry, along with stories from her life, including growing up a member of the Kennedy family and her marriage to Arnold Schwarzenegger. The poems address life’s transitions, challenges, suc…
Cheshire, CT
Lifestyle
Cheshire-Native James Van Der Beek Says He’s 'At the Finish Line' Of Colon Cancer Fight
James Van Der Beek opened up this week about his battle with colorectal cancer as he begins the “healing phase” of his journey. The Cheshire native announced he was diagnosed in November, the same month he turned 48. After months of intensive treatment, the Dawson’s Creek star said he is now in recovery and feels like he's at “the finish line.” “I feel like I can see the finish line,” he told "Extra." “I’m in a healing phase, which is great. I’m going back to work next month. I’m taking this month really to just kind of relax.” Van Der Beek said he was most concerned about how his illness …
Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Savannah Guthrie Signing Books In Ridgewood: Here's Where, When
Savannah Guthrie, the co-anchor of NBC's "Today Show" wants to spread the word in Bergen County about God's love. Guthrie is signing copies of he new children's book "Mostly What God Does is Love You" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Savannah Guthrie (@savannahguthrie) The picture book showcases the wonders of nature, the beauty of God’s creation, and most importantly, how everyone is loved by God, according to a synopsis. The book is a follow-up to Guthrie's "Mostly W…
Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Former Nick Teen Heartthrob, Halsey's Fiancée Signing Books In Ridgewood
Anyone who remembers "Victorious" is going to want to check out this event in Bergen County. Avan Jogia, who made girls swoon playing Beck Oliver on the hit Nickelodeon show, is signing copies of his new poetry book "Autopsy (of an Ex-Teen Heartthrob): (poems of rage, love, sex, and sadness)" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. Jogia writes poems focused on fame, rage, love and sadness, as he became a star in the early days of Instagram and Twitter, according to a synopsis. While on "Victorious," he spent his time writing, observing the cult of celebrity, the hilar…
Malvern, PA
Lifestyle
Malvern Dad Is Already Fan Favorite On 'Golden Bachelorette'
Joan Vassos' season of ABC's "The Golden Bachelorette" is only one week in, but some fans already know who they want to see as "The Golden Bachelor." Meet Charles L, a 66-year-old data analyst and father of two from Malvern, PA, who has been stealing the show since cameras laid eyes on him last week. Charles is one of the many suitors who bonded with Vassos over the loss of their spouse. Charles said he lost his "first and only love" six years ago, and has been trying to find love again at his daughters' urging. After stepping out of the limo, Charles tells Vassos he's 66 but looks 36, and…
Arlington, VA
Lifestyle
Netflix Reveals New 'Love Is Blind' Cast Ahead Of Season Premiere
Some Washington DC-area residents seeking their perfect match will take their aim with Cupid's arrow as Netflix's "Love Is Blind" Season Seven, set in Washington, DC. Netflix has revealed the love-starved contestants, who will be looking for love in the nation's capital. The show is set to air next month. On the reality show, "singles try to find a match and fall in love — without ever seeing each other face-to-face, as emotional connection attempts to conquer physical attraction," according to Netflix. May the pods never close. Love is Blind Season 7, set in Washington, D.C., is coming…
Drexel Hill-Upper Darby, PA
Obituaries
Legendary Philadelphia Soul Singer, Frankie Beverly Of Maze Has Died
The funk band Maze's lead singer, Frankie Beverly, died on Tuesday, Sept. 10, his family shared on social media the following morning. Beverly was 77 and a Philadelphia native who attended Germantown High School. He was known as a legendary R&B artist, songwriter, and producer. "During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way," the family wrote. "This period for is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honor the…
Gaithersburg, MD
Lifestyle
Meet The Men: 'Golden Bachelorette' Releases Seniors Maryland Grandmother Joan Vassos Will Date
The men have arrived. Joan Vassos, a 61-year-old Maryland grandmother will soon star as the first-ever leading lady on ABC's "The Golden Bachelorette." And producers have released the names of her suitors. Some of them are local to the Northeast, including 62-year-old Charles L, a retired financial analyst from Philadelphia; 64-year-old Christopher, a contractor from West Babylon, NY; 60-year-old Ken, a property management treasurer from Peabody, MA; 63-year-old Pablo, a retired UN agency director from Cambridge, MD; 62-year-old Thomas, and an FDNY chief from New York, NY. Introducin…
Lancaster, PA
News
Fat Phobia? Manheim's Brett Harris Booted From 'The Bachelorette' After Just One Episode
Season 21 of "The Bachelorette" had audiences falling for a Pennsylvania man, but unfortunately, Jenn Tran didn't feel the same way. Tran is a 26-year-old New Jersey native who made her Bachelor Nation debut on Joey Grazidei's season. Brett Harris of Manheim, PA was eliminated in the first episode of The Bachelorette Season 21. Courtesy of ABC During the premiere episode, Brett Harris a 28-year-old Health and Safety Manager from Manheim, PA melted audiences' hearts as a"small-town boy [who] has big dreams when it comes to finding love," as stated in his Bachelor Biography. In one s…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
News
Support Rising For Children Of Motorcyclist Killed In Route 46 Crash
Jeffrey Jacobs was on his way home from work when he was killed in a motorcycle crash on Monday, June 24 on Route 46 in Mount Olive. A fundraiser has been set up to assist three of Jacobs' children and their mother, Ashley. Jacobs, an East Stroudsburg, PA resident. Jacobs also had an 4-month old son, Silas, with his fiancée, Ally Kaufman. As of Friday, June 28, the fundraiser has raised more than $3,400. "Emotionally the road to peace and understanding will be a long and arduous one," Dorothy Pharo, who organized the fundraiser said. "Financially his family is faced wi…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
News
'Knight In Tattooed Armor:' Woman Mourns Loss Of Fiancé Killed In Route 46 Motorcycle Crash
Ally Kaufman says she was on the phone with Jeffrey Jacobs just 10 minutes before the crash that took his life. The 40-year-old East Stroudsburg, PA dad was leaving the courthouse to drop off papers, and was on his way back to the office for his job as a hospice home health aide, his 29-year-old fiancé said. Kaufman told her Jacobs she loved him, as the pair did every day, but Jacobs never made it home. Jacobs was riding his motorcycle on Route 46 in Mount Olive Monday afternoon, June 24, when he collided with a vehicle, and was pronounced dead at the scene, the Morris County Pro…
Edison, NJ
Obituaries
Mom, 31, Killed In Route 9 Crash Was Risk Management Exec With Enormous Heart
The woman killed in a crash earlier this month in Central Jersey is being remembered for her abounding love and dedication to her family. Kristina Godich, 31, of Manalapan, was riding in a BMW at the time of a multi-vehicle accident around 1 a.m. Sunday, June 2, on Route 9 in Old Bridge, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Godich was pronounced dead at the scene, and five others were injured. According to her obituary on the Freeman Funeral Homes website, Kristina is survived by her son, Jayson, her husband, Ben Futerman, her parents Arthur and Marina Godich, and countless other clo…
Middletown, NJ
Lifestyle
Grandma's Engaged! NJ's Theresa Nist Gets Final Rose On 'Golden Bachelor' (
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It's happily ever ever for New Jersey's Theresa Nist and Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner. The 70-year-old Shrewsbury grandmother got the final rose on the Thursday, Nov. 30 finale of the "Golden Bachelor" on ABC. But not without heartbreak for runner-up Leslie Fhima. Up until the finale, Turner had been insinuating to Fhima she was the one. Turner and Leslie Fhima. John Fleenor "I have to have you with morning coffee, I have to have you when I go to bed at night. There's no one else I'd rather figure it out with," he had said to her. But after his overnight date with Nist, Turner had a …
Gaithersburg, MD
Lifestyle
What We Know About Joan: MD Prep School Admin On The 'Golden Bachelor' Already Turning Heads
The "Golden Bachelor" hasn't even premiered yet, but one contestant from Maryland is a clear favorite for many already. With her long, golden locks, 60-year-old Joan Vassos, of Rockville, is among the 22 women competing on a new "The Bachelor" concept, premiering on Thursday, Sept. 28, on ABC. According to her LinkedIn page, Vassos works in alumni relations and annual giving at the Landon School, a prep school for boys in Bethesda. Joan, who will be competing on Gerry Turner's season, has four kids and two grandkids and is looking for love again after losing her husband of 32 years to…
Highland Lakes-Vernon, NJ
Lifestyle
Don't Miss NJ Seniors Competing On 'Golden Bachelor' Premiering This Week
Three New Jersey women are among the 22 seniors competing on a brand-new Bachelor show premiering this week. The "Golden Bachelor," starring Gerry Turner, will air Thursday, Sept. 28, at 8 p.m. on ABC. Three of the contestants hail from New Jersey. They are: Anna, 61, a retired nutritionist from Summit Maria, 60, a health and wellness director from Teaneck Theresa, 69, a financial services professional from Shrewsbury These accomplished golden ladies will take time away from their established home lives, friends and family, in the quest to rediscover love — and perhaps even themselves — …
Highland Lakes-Vernon, NJ
Lifestyle
3 NJ Seniors Revealed As Contestants On 'Golden Bachelor'
For the first time in Bachelor franchise history, 22 women in the prime of their lives will roll up their stockings and step into the spotlight for a chance at love. Three of the women — all ages 60 to 75 and hoping for lasting love with Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner — hail from New Jersey. They are: Anna, 61, a retired nutritionist from Summit Maria, 60, a health and wellness director from Teaneck Theresa, 69, a financial services professional from Shrewsbury These accomplished golden ladies will take time away from their established home lives, friends and family, in the quest to redisco…
