Westchester K9 Hangs Up Her Leash After Sniffing Out Justice For Decade Westchester K9 Hangs Up Her Leash After Sniffing Out Justice For Decade
Westchester K9 Hangs Up Her Leash After Sniffing Out Justice For Decade After more than a decade of dedicated service, a Westchester County Police K9 has officially retired.  K9 Madison, known for her exceptional tracking abilities, was honored on Wednesday, Jan. 8, her final day with the department.  Madison and her handler, Sgt. Hicks, have been instrumental in countless cases over the years, tracking fleeing suspects and locating lost or missing persons, the department announced on Wednesday.  Originally from Blount County, Tennessee, Madison joined the department as an 8-month-old pup. She quickly excelled in her initial 10 weeks of training…
Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs Up For Sale After 15 Years Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs Up For Sale After 15 Years
Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs Up For Sale After 15 Years Captain Paul’s Firehouse Dogs, a cherished fixture in Mercer County, has announced it is up for sale after 15 years. Owners Paul and Janice Tweedly shared the news on Facebook on Dec. 28, 2024, citing health concerns as the reason behind the difficult decision. "Had surgery on Monday and doctor said I would have more surgeries upcoming if I didn’t slow down," Paul wrote. "Janice and I can’t thank you enough for your support over the 15 years. All the friendships we have made make this a very difficult decision." Captain Paul’s, located at 2230 Princeton Pike in Lawrence Township, opened it…
Winning Ticket, Winning Family: Ashburn Nephew Shares $1M Raffle Prize With Aunt Winning Ticket, Winning Family: Ashburn Nephew Shares $1M Raffle Prize With Aunt
Winning Ticket, Winning Family: Ashburn Nephew Shares $1M Raffle Prize With Aunt If Miran Smith wasn’t already his Aunt Geraldine’s favorite nephew, he is now.  A simple gift—a Virginia New Year’s Millionaire Raffle ticket—turned into a 7-figure jackpot for the lucky winners, and they’re splitting the spoils of their victory Miran Smith, of Ashburn is starting 2025 on a high note after a gift for his Aunt Geraldine Smith from Emporia turned into a life-changing windfall.  The $1 million top prize from Virginia’s New Year’s Millionaire Raffle, announced on Wednesday, January 1, was claimed with ticket #074973, according to officials. Smith bought five raffle …
Iconic Pam’s Ice Cream in East Islip Closing After 50 Sweet Years Iconic Pam’s Ice Cream in East Islip Closing After 50 Sweet Years
Iconic Pam’s Ice Cream in East Islip Closing After 50 Sweet Years After 50 years of serving sweet treats to the East Islip community, Pam’s Ice Cream is closing its doors. The iconic ice cream shop at 195 Carleton Avenue announced its bittersweet farewell in an emotional Instagram post shared by owner Pam. "After over 50 years serving ice cream, I have made the very difficult decision to retire," the post reads. "We have loved being a part of the community and watching all your families grow. We will always cherish the memories and truly appreciate all your dedication to our family's business." Pam’s last day behind the counter will be Tuesday, Jan. 14. T…
MURDER-SUICIDE: Saddle Brook Native Among 3 Dead In Post-Christmas Tragedy MURDER-SUICIDE: Saddle Brook Native Among 3 Dead In Post-Christmas Tragedy
Murder-suicide: Saddle Brook Native Among 3 Dead In Post-Christmas Tragedy A New Jersey man and newly-retired New York State Police employee was shot and killed by his neighbor in Upstate New York who then killed his wife, and then himself, in a post-Christmas tragedy, according to officials and those who loved him. Thomas K. Fusco, 65, who was born in Passaic and raised in Saddle Brook, was found dead from a gunshot wound when New York State Police responded to a shooting at 10 Sunset Point Yankee Lake in Mamakating at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 26, New York State Police said.  Police executing a search warrant at a neighbor's house found the bodies of…
Pouring Their Last: Husband, Wife Simsbury Tavern Owners Retire After 16 Years Of Service Pouring Their Last: Husband, Wife Simsbury Tavern Owners Retire After 16 Years Of Service
Pouring Their Last: Husband, Wife Simsbury Tavern Owners Retire After 16 Years Of Service After 16 years at the helm of one of Connecticut’s most popular and unique taverns, Old Well Tavern owners Frank Cardoso and Erika Lange have announced their retirement, marking the end of an era. The couple, who built the pub into a staple of the Simsbury community, shared the news in a heartfelt Facebook post reflecting on their journey filled with unforgettable memories and deep community connections. However, this is not the end of the storied Old Well Tavern — new owners will reopen the 20 Tariffville Road establishment on Jan. 10. Hello Old Well Faithful! This is a difficul…
From Snowflakes To Stacks: Baltimore Man’s $100K Holiday Scratch-Off Win Shocks Party-Goers From Snowflakes To Stacks: Baltimore Man’s $100K Holiday Scratch-Off Win Shocks Party-Goers
From Snowflakes To Stacks: Baltimore Man’s $100K Holiday Scratch-Off Win Shocks Party-Goers Happy holidays, indeed. A Baltimore man thought his holiday party couldn’t get any better—until a $10 lottery ticket gifted by a friend turned his night into a $100,000 payday. The retired automotive worker, who spoke to Maryland Lottery officials, said the party had already been full of fun and laughter when he scratched the Snowflake Tripler ticket.  "I waited until my wife struck out with hers, then I started scratching," he mused. Within moments, he spotted what appeared to be a $10,000 match. “This can’t be right,” he recalled thinking.  A few scratches later, he uncovere…
Calvert County Man’s $50K Lottery Win Multiplies Into Jaw-Dropping $500K Jackpot Calvert County Man’s $50K Lottery Win Multiplies Into Jaw-Dropping $500K Jackpot
Calvert County Man’s $50K Lottery Win Multiplies Into Jaw-Dropping $500K Jackpot A Maryland man’s retirement plan just got a major upgrade after a $50,000 lottery win turned into a jaw-dropping $500,000 thanks to a 10X multiplier—and his son’s sharp eye. The Calvert County commuter, set to retire in early 2025, snagged the life-changing win on a $20 Bonus Bingo X20 scratch-off, Maryland Lottery officials announced. “It couldn’t happen at a better time,” the winner said after claiming his prize at Lottery headquarters on Monday, Dec. 16. A regular scratch-off player who enjoys bingo and crossword-themed games, the lucky retiree picked up the ticket at Ken-Mar Liquors in…
York County Coroner Pam Gay To Retire, Chief Deputy Tania Zech Announces Candidacy York County Coroner Pam Gay To Retire, Chief Deputy Tania Zech Announces Candidacy
York County Coroner Pam Gay To Retire, Chief Deputy Tania Zech Announces Candidacy York County Coroner Pam Gay announced she will retire at the end of her third term in January 2026, after serving 12 years in office. Gay shared her decision in a statement on Monday, Dec. 16, highlighting her office’s accomplishments since she first took office in 2014. “I have been humbly honored to serve the people of York County during what will be my three terms as their Coroner,” Gay said. “There have been many improvements in staffing and office modernization since I began… We were finally able to provide the community with the office and morgue facility that was so desperately neede…
Glen Rock's Woj, Famed NBA Insider, Drops Cancer Diagnosis Bomb: Report Glen Rock's Woj, Famed NBA Insider, Drops Cancer Diagnosis Bomb: Report
Glen Rock's Woj, Famed NBA Insider, Drops Cancer Diagnosis Bomb: Report Adrian Wojnarowski, a Glen Rock resident who became the preeminent NBA insider for ESPN before his shocking retirement in September, revealed to Sports Illustrated he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier this year. In a profile about his retirement, Wojnarowski, known for his "Woj bombs" that altered the NBA landscape, discussed his decision to leave a job that paid him $7.3 million annually to become general manager of the St. Bonaventure college basketball team, making $75,000, living in an apartment above a bar in upstate New York. Last February, blood tests revealed Wojn…
End Of An Era: Annapolis Bridal & Tuxedo To Close After 39 Years Leacy Of Love And Memories End Of An Era: Annapolis Bridal & Tuxedo To Close After 39 Years Leacy Of Love And Memories
End Of An Era: Annapolis Bridal & Tuxedo To Close After 39 Years Leacy Of Love And Memories After 39 years of helping couples say “I do” in style, Annapolis Bridal & Tuxedo is closing its doors for good.  The shop, the first bridal boutique in the community, will wrap up operations on Monday, Dec. 23, owners Flavia and Dora Vasquez announced. “It’s bittersweet,” they shared, noting that the closure allows Dora to embrace retirement while Flavia spends more time with family.  Since 1986, Annapolis Bridal & Tuxedo has been the go-to destination for brides and grooms, known for expert advice and impeccable service.  With their closing date set, the shop is ho…
Jackpot Joy: Baltimore Couple Cashes In Record-Breaking $2.9M Lottery Prize Jackpot Joy: Baltimore Couple Cashes In Record-Breaking $2.9M Lottery Prize
Jackpot Joy: Baltimore Couple Cashes In Record-Breaking $2.9M Lottery Prize A Baltimore County couple is toasting their luck after snagging an incredible $2,948,742 prize on the Maryland Lottery’s FAST PLAY game VIP Club—the largest progressive jackpot in the game’s history. The husband, a casual Lottery player, struck gold after a series of chance decisions.  While buying his usual tickets at J&S Liquors in Randallstown earlier this month, he noticed the VIP Club jackpot nearing $3 million. Encouraged by the tempting prize, he purchased a $30 ticket and won $200. Using his winnings, he decided to double down on two more VIP Club tickets and stashed them …