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Man Impaled By Stick At Old Furnace State Park, Airlifted To Hospital For Emergency Treatment Man Impaled By Stick At Old Furnace State Park, Airlifted To Hospital For Emergency Treatment
Man Impaled By Stick At Old Furnace State Park, Airlifted To Hospital For Emergency Treatment A man had to be airlifted from a Connecticut state park after being impaled by a stick.  The incident happened Thursday afternoon, April 21, at Old Furnace State Park in Killingly, where a stick severely injured the 49-year-old man.  South Killingly firefighters worked quickly to get the man out of the woods to an area where a helicopter could land and take him to a local hospital for treatment.  Officials have not released more details about how the injury happened or the man’s condition. Authorities are asking the public to stay away from the area while crews work to…
Paramus Mom, Son Build Igloo During Winter Break — Now It’s Melting Away Paramus Mom, Son Build Igloo During Winter Break — Now It’s Melting Away
Paramus Mom, Son Build Igloo During Winter Break — Now It’s Melting Away A Paramus mother and her teenage son turned winter break into a hands-on family project by building a full-sized igloo in their front yard.  It was exquisite. About four feet tall and side feet wide, large enough for both Zakko and her 14-year-old son Nicholas to climb inside, and decked out with LED lights and even ice pillows. But now, the weather is warm, and the Zakko's igloo is melting away. "We made jokes that it has a sunroof," the elder Zakko told Daily Voice in a phone call. "But it is sad that it's melting." Zakko, a first-grade teacher at Midland Elementary School in …
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 A new survey suggests many Americans are heading into 2026 with an appetite for change, even if the past year left plenty of people feeling drained. While not everyone is confident about the year ahead, respondents say they are determined to set goals that might help them reset, refocus, or rebuild momentum. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Talkspace, the survey of 2,000 Americans found that only a small share felt very good about 2025, with just 10 percent calling it a “great” year.  Most described it as “just okay,” while nearly one in five labeled it “bad.” Another 10 perc…
Bensalem Driver Killed After Truck Hits Tree, Utility Pole In Chester County: PSP Bensalem Driver Killed After Truck Hits Tree, Utility Pole In Chester County: PSP
Bensalem Driver Killed After Truck Hits Tree, Utility Pole In Chester County: PSP A 69-year-old Bensalem man was killed when his pickup truck struck a tree and a utility pole along West Lincoln Highway in West Sadsbury Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania State Police announced in a release on Thursday, Oct. 30. The crash happened around 8:39 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, just east of Blackhorse Road, according to police. Michael J. Krukowski III was driving a 2016 Ford F-250 SuperCab eastbound when the vehicle drifted left for an unknown reason, investigators explained. It left the roadway, hit a tree, and then struck a utility pole before coming to rest on its passenger …
Schenectady 100-Year-Old Still Dances Through Life—And Shares Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going' Schenectady 100-Year-Old Still Dances Through Life—And Shares Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going'
Schenectady 100-Year-Old Still Dances Through Life—And Shares Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going' Don’t bother telling Toni Cilberti to act her age — she’s far too busy. At 100, the Schenectady native still hits the gym and keeps a busier social calendar than most 20-somethings. “The sad part is if [people] don’t know me, and they know I’m 100, they probably think that I’m wheelchair bound and I can’t move,” she told Daily Voice. “I’m totally the opposite.” Far from needing a wheelchair, these days Cilberti zips around the Capital Region in her “comfy” red Hyundai Tiburon sports car and fills her days with movement. Since her 70s, she's collected gold medals in prediction walking,…
‘The Center Of Attention In Any Crowd’: Chance Burrell Celebrated After Fatal Virginia Crash ‘The Center Of Attention In Any Crowd’: Chance Burrell Celebrated After Fatal Virginia Crash
‘The Center Of Attention In Any Crowd’: Chance Burrell Celebrated After Fatal Virginia Crash Loved ones in Virginia say Chance Burrell had a gift for lifting spirits, whether with a laugh, a hug, or his unforgettable smile before his unexpected death at 27.  Burrell was struck and killed by a driver shortly after midnight on Saturday, Sept. 13, when a Toyota Camry was heading south on Dorset Road, according to Virginia State Police. Burrell, a Powhatan County native, was standing along the roadway when he was fatally struck by the driver, who cooperated with investigators following the crash, police said. "Chance Burrell lit up any room that he entered with his thousand-watt …
Missing PA Man Found Dead, Family Struck With Multiple Tragedies In Just 1 Week Missing PA Man Found Dead, Family Struck With Multiple Tragedies In Just 1 Week
Missing PA Man Found Dead, Family Struck With Multiple Tragedies In Just 1 Week A missing 46-year-old man has been found dead, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday, Sept. 15, and this is just one of several hardships his family is going through.  Curtis Lee Ammerman of Sheshequin Township was located deceased on Sunday, Sept. 14, according to Troop P – Towanda. No foul play is suspected, and there is no threat to the public, police explained. Ammerman had last been seen leaving his home near Cross Road on foot around 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 3. He was described as 5-foot-10 with a dark beard and was wearing a camouflage sweatshirt and blue jeans. In a …
Bethlehem Valedictorian, 37, Dies After Summit Fall Hiking In Washington State, Family Says Bethlehem Valedictorian, 37, Dies After Summit Fall Hiking In Washington State, Family Says
Bethlehem Valedictorian, 37, Dies After Summit Fall Hiking In Washington State, Family Says A Pennsylvania native died after falling during a strenuous hike in Washington State, his family and rescue officials confirmed. Andrew (Andy) Robert Wong, 37, of Bethlehem, PA, summitted Dragontail Peak in Leavenworth, WA, before falling to his death on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, according to his obituary from Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. in Hellertown. Wong had just completed a weeklong Alpinism 1 Program on Mount Baker through the American Alpine Institute before attempting the Enchantments Traverse, his family said. He was reported missing on Friday, Sept. 5, and his body was later disc…
Fresh Footage Shows Moment Cops Find VA Man's Body, Mangled Car After High-Speed Pursuit Fresh Footage Shows Moment Cops Find VA Man's Body, Mangled Car After High-Speed Pursuit
Fresh Footage Shows Moment Cops Find VA Man's Body, Mangled Car After High-Speed Pursuit The New Jersey Attorney General's Office has released audio and video from a police pursuit that left a 20-year-old Virginia man dead last year. On the night of Oct. 18, 2024, a New Jersey State Police sergeant attempted to stop Scott Segreaves Jr., of Zuni, VA, for speeding in Holland Township, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Authorities said the pursuit was called off after Segreaves evaded the sergeant on dark, winding roads. Minutes later, the agency received an automated iPhone alert reporting a severe crash involving the same driver. It took investigators about 30 minutes of s…
Teen’s Overdose Death In Pennsy Tied To Fugitive Drug Dealer: DA Teen’s Overdose Death In Pennsy Tied To Fugitive Drug Dealer: DA
Teen’s Overdose Death In Pennsy Tied To Fugitive Drug Dealer: DA A Pennsylvania teenager’s overdose death has been linked to a deadly drug delivery in a casino parking lot and a dealer who fled multiple times, prosecutors announced on Tuesday, Sept. 2. Dennis Allen Yenser Jr., 50, of Huntington, was identified as the dealer who supplied the drugs that killed 19-year-old Chase Elliot Frable in North Whitehall Township, according to the Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office. On Aug. 19, 2021, troopers responded to a home on Lil Wolf Drive, where Frable was found dead. The coroner determined he died from methamphetamine and fentanyl toxicity and ruled th…
Fort Lee Native Dies In Washington Climbing Accident, Family Confirms Fort Lee Native Dies In Washington Climbing Accident, Family Confirms
Fort Lee Native Dies In Washington Climbing Accident, Family Confirms A New Jersey man died in a climbing accident in Washington last week, his family said. Alex Cheon was identified by his older brother, Mark, in a GoFundMe campaign that had raised nearly $25,000 as of press time. Mark did not share details of the incident. The only fatal climbing accident reported by multiple Washington-based outlets — including NBC affiliate King5 — during the same timeframe involved a man in his 20s who died after a 200-foot fall in Index, WA, on Thursday, Aug. 28. Citing Sky Valley Fire, King5 said the climber was transitioning from one anchor to another when he was una…
Cause Of Death Revealed For Jessica Aber, US Attorney, Found Dead In Alexandria Home Cause Of Death Revealed For Jessica Aber, US Attorney, Found Dead In Alexandria Home
Cause Of Death Revealed For Jessica Aber, US Attorney, Found Dead In Alexandria Home The cause of death has been revealed for Jessica Aber, the US Attorney who died in March. The 43-year-old prosecutor suffered "sudden unexpected death in epilepsy," The Virginian-Pilot reports, citing the State Medical Examiner's Office. Aber, the former United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found unresponsive around 9:18 a.m. Saturday, March 22, inside a home on the 900 block of Beverley Drive in Alexandria, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Police said there was no foul play involved and her family later said that Aber suffered from epilepsy and …
Air Quality Alert Issued for Hudson Valley, Capital Region Amid Wildfire Smoke Air Quality Alert Issued for Hudson Valley, Capital Region Amid Wildfire Smoke
Air Quality Alert Issued for Hudson Valley, Capital Region Amid Wildfire Smoke Weather officials have issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for a large swath of eastern New York, including the Hudson Valley, Capital Region, and parts of the Adirondacks, due to elevated levels of fine particulate matter in the air.  The advisory is in effect until midnight tonight, Tuesday, August 5, with air quality index (AQI) levels expected to exceed 100, indicating potentially unhealthy conditions for sensitive individuals, according to the National Weather Service and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.  Fine particulates, also known as PM…
Berkshire DA's Stepdaughter Killed In Suspected Colorado Homicide: 'We Are Heartbroken' Berkshire DA's Stepdaughter Killed In Suspected Colorado Homicide: 'We Are Heartbroken'
Berkshire DA's Stepdaughter Killed In Suspected Colorado Homicide: 'We Are Heartbroken' A man from Colorado has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of the 32-year-old stepdaughter of Berkshire County District Attorney Timothy J. Shugrue. Jordan Elizabeth LaBarre was killed on July 7 inside a home in Blue River, a small mountain town near Breckenridge, Colorado. Police were called to the house around 6:20 p.m. after neighbors reported hearing gunshots, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation said. Officers surrounded the home, and 46-year-old Daniel Joseph DeVito surrendered peacefully, according to the CBI. LaBarre, who grew up in Chicopee an…
170-Acre Luxury Pine Plains Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M 170-Acre Luxury Pine Plains Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M
170-Acre Luxury Pine Plains Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M A one-of-a-kind luxury estate in Dutchess County has hit the market for the first time, offering Adirondack-style elegance, expansive views, and a stunning array of year-round amenities—all set on 170 private acres in the heart of the Hudson Valley.  Located at 367 Prospect Hill Rd. in Pine Plains, the property is now listed for $8,475,000 and has been on the market for just under two weeks, according to its Houlihan Lawrence listing.  Designed by architect Lloyd Taft and built by a third-generation camp builder known for his work in upstate New York and the Thousand Islands, the …
This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit
This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit Where can you find a waterfall, a blues club, and world-class waffles, all in one Top 10 list? CNN Travel has unveiled its second annual ranking of America’s Best Towns To Visit, spotlighting small cities with standout charm, and a big dose of the unexpected. The outlet tapped its readers and contributors for nominations.  It then narrowed the field by evaluating each town’s attractions, dining and drink options, cultural and nightlife scenes, identity, diversity, proximity to other destinations, and general “wow factor.” Travel essentials like lodging and accessibility were also con…
10-Year-Old Bryson Funk Dies Of Heart Attack Day After Linglestown Baseball Championship 10-Year-Old Bryson Funk Dies Of Heart Attack Day After Linglestown Baseball Championship
10-Year-Old Bryson Funk Dies Of Heart Attack Day After Linglestown Baseball Championship A 10-year-old boy died just one day after helping his team win a baseball championship in Dauphin County, loved ones say. Bryson Funk, of the Lower Paxton Township area, suffered a fatal heart attack on Thursday, June 12, according to a GoFundMe launched by a family member. His death was later attributed to myocarditis. Just hours earlier, Bryson had pitched the final three innings of his All-Star team’s championship game, striking out the final batter to clinch the win. The photo now circulating with the fundraiser was the last picture taken by his parents — a smiling Bryson, still in unif…
Summer Sun Safety Summer Sun Safety
Summer Sun Safety Summer is here, and it’s time to head to the beach, gear up for sports, and enjoy the outdoors! At this time of year, it’s more important than ever to remember to keep these sun safety tips in mind. Asma Khan, MD, Medical Director of Urgent Care, Sun River Health Sun River Health Care for Your Skin Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: Take extra precaution between 10am and 4pm, when the sun is at its strongest Apply sunscreen liberally and evenly…
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey When Americans daydream about the perfect getaway, it’s not about jet-setting halfway across the world. It’s about comfort, calm, and connection. A new survey finds the ideal US vacation lasts 11 days, costs just under $8,800 per person, and happens about three hours from home. Most want more than just a long weekend, and six in 10 believe that dream trip is right here in the States. So, where are they headed? According to the findings, these are Americans’ favorite types of vacation destinations: Sunny beaches: 63 percent Outdoor escapes: 53 percent Major cities: 43 percent Historic site…
‘Super Chill And Funny’: Tyler State Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning ‘Super Chill And Funny’: Tyler State Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning
‘Super Chill And Funny’: Tyler State Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning A popular Pennsylvania park ranger who vanished during a Memorial Day weekend patrol has been found dead, authorities and colleagues announced. Alec Campbell, 38, of Delaware County, was identified as the ranger whose body was recovered from the Neshaminy Creek at Tyler State Park after a days-long search. He went missing on Saturday, May 24, when his kayak capsized during routine patrol duties, Pennsylvania State Police said. His body was located on Sunday, May 25, following a large multi-agency search effort involving DCNR, PSP Aviation and Maritime Units, local fire departments, emergenc…
Jackson Councilman Scott Sargent Dies After Open-Heart Surgery, 61 Jackson Councilman Scott Sargent Dies After Open-Heart Surgery, 61
Jackson Councilman Scott Sargent Dies After Open-Heart Surgery, 61 Scott Sargent, who served on the Jackson Township Council, died Friday, May 23, at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center due to complications from open heart surgery, according to his obituary from the George Hassler Funeral Home website He was 61. Born in Point Pleasant, Sargent lived in Jackson Township for 30 years, his obituary reads. It is with unfathomable sadness that I share the passing of my brother, Scott. He had a giant heart, fantastic taste in... Posted by Dawn Sargent Lolla on Saturday, May 24, 2025 Dedicated to service, Sargent previously served in the Navy, before becoming a…
Virginia Woman Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Animals, Art, Nature Virginia Woman Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Animals, Art, Nature
Virginia Woman Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Animals, Art, Nature A community is mourning a young woman known for her creativity, love of animals, and bright spirit after she was tragically killed in a Virginia crash. Alysia Marie Coffelt, 28, of Edinburg, died Friday, April 25, from injuries she sustained in a three-vehicle crash along John Marshall Highway, Virginia State Police said. The crash happened at 8:35 a.m. just east of Back Road when a Ford F-250 crossed the double solid yellow centerline, sideswiping a Subaru Outback and then colliding head-on with the Toyota Camry Coffelt was driving.  Coffelt, who was not wearing a seatbelt, died at t…
‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? Saratoga Springs In Running For New Poll ‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? Saratoga Springs In Running For New Poll
‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? Saratoga Springs In Running For New Poll Pack your picnic baskets and betting slips–this New York locale is officially in the running for the nation’s best summer getaway. Among the 20 destinations vying for the title of “Best Summer Travel Destination” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards is Saratoga Springs. Public voting is now open and runs through Monday, May 12. In its write-up, USA Today called Saratoga Springs a “vibrant summer destination” that offers a rich mix of cultural events, outdoor activities, and historic charm. Highlights include the Saratoga Race Course, SPAC, Saratoga Lake, and the Sacandaga River—a l…
Consumer Confidence Crashes To 12-Year Low As Trump Tariffs, Rising Prices Fuel Economic Gloom Consumer Confidence Crashes To 12-Year Low As Trump Tariffs, Rising Prices Fuel Economic Gloom
Consumer Confidence Crashes To 12-Year Low As Trump Tariffs, Rising Prices Fuel Economic Gloom Consumer confidence continued its freefall in March, tumbling to its lowest level since the early 2010s as inflation fears, President Donald Trump's rapidly changing tariff threats, and stock market pessimism weighed heavily on Americans. The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index fell 7.2 points in March to 92.9, the nonprofit said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25. That was the lowest reading since late 2022 and well below the threshold that typically signals a looming recession. The steepest drop came in the Expectations Index, which fell 9.6 points to 65.2 — marking its l…
Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store In Bergen County In 2024: Ramsey Outdoor Store Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store In Bergen County In 2024: Ramsey Outdoor Store
Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store In Bergen County In 2024: Ramsey Outdoor Store We are thrilled to announce that Ramsey Outdoor Store has been named Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store in Bergen County in the Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!  According to its website, this family-owned and operated retailer has been catering to outdoor enthusiasts since 1953, specializing in fishing, camping, water sports, climbing, backpacking, hiking, hunting, and the necessary gear, clothing, and footwear to maximize your adventures. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Bergen County began with reader nominations in October and en…
Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Outdoor Sports Center Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Outdoor Sports Center
Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Outdoor Sports Center We are thrilled to announce that Outdoor Sports Center has been named Best Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to Outdoor Sports Center's website, this family-owned establishment has been serving the Wilton community since 1966, earning a strong reputation for quality outdoor gear and exceptional service. As stated on its website, now operated by its third generation, Outdoor Sports Center has become more than just a store—it's a go-to destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice co…
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother In Virginia Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother In Virginia
Freak Sledding Accident Kills Young Mother In Virginia A fun day in the snow turned into tragedy for a young Virginia family when a 26-year-old mother was killed in a freak sledding accident, leaving behind her husband and infant daughter, just as they were set to begin a new life, loved ones said. Madelyn Nancy Lowe-Perdue, 26, of Chesapeake, suffered severe injuries in the accident on Thursday, Feb. 20, and was rushed to the hospital, where she later died, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized to support her family. "As many have heard or seen by now, there was a sledding accident," they said. "Many of our loved ones were hurt or in…
DUI, Unlicensed Driver Kills Maryland Hockey Coach, Dad David Funk: 'Unimaginable' DUI, Unlicensed Driver Kills Maryland Hockey Coach, Dad David Funk: 'Unimaginable'
DUI, Unlicensed Driver Kills Maryland Hockey Coach, Dad David Funk: 'Unimaginable' Maryland hockey coach and father of five David Funk was killed by an uninsured, unlicensed, and intoxicated driver in Delaware on Tuesday, Jan 21, authorities confirmed. State police say 28-year-old Fidel Villatoro-Martinez ran a red light and struck Funk, 51, around 10:40 p.m. Funk was hospitalized, as was his 16-year-old passenger, identified in a campaign for his family as his son, David Jr. Funk died the following day, police said. Villatoro-Martinez has been charged with vehicular manslaughter, driving without a license, failure to stop, DUI, and more, police said. daryus cash…
Mohegan Lake Hit-Run Victim Was 'Perfectionist', Animal Lover: 'Half Of Me Has Died', Twin Says Mohegan Lake Hit-Run Victim Was 'Perfectionist', Animal Lover: 'Half Of Me Has Died', Twin Says
Mohegan Lake Hit-Run Victim Was 'Perfectionist', Animal Lover: 'Half Of Me Has Died', Twin Says Before a tragic Yorktown hit-and-run crash that claimed her life, Mohegan Lake resident Jenny Proeschel was a talented graphic designer known for her witty work and someone who always helped others, especially animals.  Jenny, age 42, was killed in a crash in Yorktown on Friday, Jan. 3 when she was struck while walking on East Main Street near Mohegan Avenue at approximately 8:06 p.m.  She was taken to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival, police said.  Soon after the crash, Cortlandt Manor resident Jake Barak, age 24, was…
Mennonite Dad Killed In Horrific Lebanon County Skid Loader Accident; Funeral Details Released Mennonite Dad Killed In Horrific Lebanon County Skid Loader Accident; Funeral Details Released
Mennonite Dad Killed In Horrific Lebanon County Skid Loader Accident; Funeral Details Released A horrific skid loader accident at a Lebanon County business claimed the life of Clinton Devon Martin, a 35-year-old father, devoted Mennonite, and beloved community member from Robesonia, Berks County. Martin was crushed beneath the arms of a skid loader at TLS Equipment LLC in Newmanstown on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, Millcreek Township Police said and Daily Voice previously reported. A hydraulic line burst while Martin worked beneath the raised arms of the machine, causing them to collapse. Although coworkers used equipment to lift the loader and first responders arrived quickly, Martin was pr…
Adventurous Animal Control Officer Killed In Head-On Prince George's County Crash Identified Adventurous Animal Control Officer Killed In Head-On Prince George's County Crash Identified
Adventurous Animal Control Officer Killed In Head-On Prince George's County Crash Identified The 35-year-old lifelong animal lover and control officer who was killed in a head-on Maryland crash over the weekend has been identified by police. Donna Fowble, 35, of Aquasco, was killed in a tragic two-car crash Friday night, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. Officers responded around 8 p.m. on Jan. 3 to the 23900 block of Aquasco Road, where the crash was reported, officials said. Fowble, who was driving northbound down the roadway, collided with a southbound vehicle, police said. She was rushed to a nearby hospital but later died from her injuries hours later…