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Bensalem, PA
Obituaries
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 …
Cortlandt, NY
Real Estate
$6M Croton Estate With River Views, Horse Farm, Pool, Guest Cottages Hits Market
A sprawling Westchester County estate with a storied past and rare river views has just hit the market for $6 million. The property, known as Rolling Stone Farm, spans more than 106 acres at 99 Quaker Bridge Rd. in Croton-on-Hudson and features a 5,680-square-foot European-style home with five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, according to its Berkshire Hathaway listing. Originally built in the 1930s for the Sears and Roebuck family, the stone-and-shingle residence is filled with architectural details such as leaded glass windows, wide-plank hardwood floors, and a dramatic slate entrance …
Bound Brook, NJ
Obituaries
Marcia Ann Sandt, 74, Remembered For Her Compassion And Love Of Nature
Marcia Ann Sandt (74) formerly of Greensboro, NC, died Dec. 28, 2024. She was born November 6, 1950, in Summerville, NJ, the daughter of William Erwin Sandt and Helen Louise Johnson Sandt. She is survived by her younger sister Denise Arlene aka Dee Dee Sandt of Atlanta, GA and her first cousin Edwin Seals (Rose) of East Worcester, NY. Ms. Sandt spent her youth growing up in Long Valley and moved with her mother and sister to West Palm Beach, FL in her early teens. She graduated from Palm Beach Jr. College with an associate degree in Business Administration. In her early years she work…
Holyoke, MA
Obituaries
Father Of 3 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Holyoke Crash
Authorities in Western Massachusetts have identified the motorcyclist killed in a crash last week as a caring father of three. William "Bill" Brunault Sr., 66, of South Hadley, was involved in a crash at the Lyman Street and N. Bridge Street intersection in Holyoke shortly before 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 25, the Hampden District Attorney's Office said. Police found Brunault suffering severe injuries, and paramedics rushed him to Holyoke Medical Center, where he died of his injuries. Authorities did not disclose the cause of the crash or whether anyone else was injured. …
Wallingford-Swarthmore, PA
Lifestyle
Exclusive
: 104-Year-Old Delco Woman Shares Longevity Secrets — ‘Get Up And Get Busy’
At 104, Caroline Emplit still hits the gym, sews thousands of pillowcases, and keeps two books going at once. In an exclusive interview with Daily Voice, she revealed the simple motto she says has carried her through more than a century of life. The Simpson Meadows resident, born in Delaware and longtime Pennsylvania resident, marked her latest birthday this summer with not one, but four separate celebrations. She was surrounded by family, neighbors, and old friends who gathered to honor her remarkable life. But Emplit said her favorite birthday remains her 90th. Amosland Elementary in the …
Briarcliff, NY
News
NYC Vet Tech, 25, Killed In Puerto Rico While On Trip To See Bad Bunny, Family Says
A New York City family is mourning the sudden death of 25-year-old Kevin Mares, who was killed while on vacation in Puerto Rico for a Bad Bunny concert. Mares, described by his father Hector Mares as a “deeply loved son” and “pillar of strength” by his family, was in Puerto Rico this past weekend celebrating with friends when he was “tragically caught in the crossfire of a shooting” and died instantly. The Queens man had been planning to propose to his girlfriend of six years this fall, according to the GoFundMe launched by his father. Kevin and his girlfriend, Angie. GoFundMe phot…
Pemberton-Browns Mills, NJ
Obituaries
Volunteer Firefighter Joseph LeViness, Brown Mills Native, Dies At 29
Joseph LeViness, a 29-year-old Brown Mills resident, died after battling single ventricle congenital heart disease and living with protein-losing enteropathy on Tuesday, Aug. 5, according to a fundraiser launched for his family. A lifelong Brown Mills resident, LeViness was a volunteer firefighter and also worked as a military contractor, according to his obituary from the Mount Laurel Home for Funerals website. In his free time, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, going to the movies, painting, cooking and playing billiards, his obituary reads. He was also a collector of coins and mil…
Hackensack, NJ
News
‘Lyme Disease Is Everywhere In NJ,’ Health Officials Warn Amid Tick Surge
Lyme disease has officially been reported in every county in New Jersey, according to the state Department of Health, which is urging residents to take tick prevention seriously during the height of summer hiking and gardening season. “If you remove a blacklegged tick, follow up with your health care provider for next steps,” NJDOH posted Tuesday, Aug. 5, on X. The department’s latest graphic shows just how fast a tick can grow — and how long it takes to transmit Lyme. According to the CDC, Lyme disease is typically transmitted after a tick has been attached for 36 to 48 hours — but experts…
Lyndhurst, NJ
Obituaries
MVC 'Bodyguard' Davidson Cruz Of Wallington Dies Days Before 24th Birthday
Davidson Elian Cruz, a Wallington husband, father, and Motor Vehicle Commission employee, died on Friday, June 27, 2025, just three days before his 24th birthday, according to his obituary on the Alvarez Funeraria website. He was born June 30, 2001, in the Dominican Republic, the obituary says. Davidson worked for the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) as a Safety Specialist at the Lodi Road Test Operations team since April 2022, according to a GoFundMe campaign which appears to have been launched by coworkers. "Davidson made a lasting impact during his time with the Commission," th…
Greenwich, CT
Real Estate
$6.5M Buys 116-Year-Old Greenwich Mansion — With Private Island, Boats, Stunning Views
Looking for waterfront living with a twist? A stunning home along Long Island Sound that once belonged to a Broadway star is now for sale. It offers a rare chance to own a piece of the Connecticut coast, complete with its own island that you can name. Built in 1909, the 2,800-square-foot home sits on Rich Island in Greenwich. The half-acre of land is shaded by mature trees and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Sound. The owner can use one of the two boats moored on the private dock that comes with the $6.5 million property to get a closer look. The property sits o…
Groton, CT
Obituaries
Community Remembers CT Mom Killed In Groton Crash: 'She Lit Up The Room With Her Laugh'
A 45-year-old Connecticut woman who died after her car struck a utility pole earlier this month is being remembered for her sense of humor, compassion, and kindness to loved ones and strangers alike. Vanessa Pettengill, 45, of Norwich, was killed Tuesday, May 7, after her SUV went off the road on Fort Hill Road in Groton, between Depot Road and South Road, authorities said. Paramedics rushed her to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, where doctors pronounced her dead, according to Groton police. The Danbury High School graduate leaves behind two children and a large extended family whom she cared…
Wayne, NJ
Obituaries
Wayne Mom Olivia Scavone Dies, 42
Wayne mother of two Olivia Scavone died on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. She was 42 years old. Born in Livingston and raised in Newark, Olivia earned a degree in business administration from Caldwell College and worked in Human Resources at Verizon for two decades, according to her obituary on the Nazare Memorial Home website. She settled in Wayne 15 years ago, upon marrying her husband, Michael, her obit says. Olivia enjoyed vacations to Long Beach Island, cooking, decorating, and tending to her garden, her obituary says. She was also known for creating holiday traditions and cheeri…
Port Chester, NY
Obituaries
Over 60-Year Member Of Port Chester Fire Dept, Longtime Chaplain Dies
A fire department in Westchester is mourning the loss of one of its most dedicated public servants and beloved community members. George P. Marshall, a lifelong Port Chester resident and longtime member of the village's fire department, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 8, at the age of 82, according to his obituary. Marshall was a familiar and respected presence in Port Chester, where he served for an incredible 62 years as a volunteer firefighter with Washington Engine & Hose Company #4. He also served several years as Chaplain of the Port Chester Fire Departme…
Bedford, NY
Lifestyle
Martha, 24/7: Pluto TV Launches Round-The-Clock Channel Ft. Katonah's Housekeeping Icon
If you’ve ever woken up at 3 a.m. with an insatiable urge to baste a turkey, iron linen napkins, or propagate heirloom tomatoes along with longtime New York and former Connecticut resident Martha Stewart—congratulations, your moment has arrived. The lifestyle legend, who currently calls the Northern Westchester hamlet of Katonah home, has officially launched The Martha Stewart Channel on Pluto TV, streaming 24/7 with over 1,000 episodes of domestic mastery as of Thursday, April 3. Streaming immediately, the new channel features Stewart doing what she does best—cooking, baking, …
Bridgewater-Raritan, NJ
Obituaries
Bridgewater Man’s Legacy To Live On With Duke Island Park Memorial
A memorial bench is being planned to honor the life of a 33-year-old New Jersey man who died last month. Kyle Fine, of Bridgewater and formerly Raritan, died on Feb. 19, according to his obituary from Branchburg Funeral Home. He worked as an educator and counselor for Jointure, earning a reputation for his kindness and dedication to his students, his obituary reads. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening, playing video games, and watching reality TV, with Housewives and RuPaul’s Drag Race among his favorites, the funeral home website said. A GoFundMe campaign organized by Ashley Meye…
Northport-East Northport, NY
Readers Choice
Best Nursery/Garden Center On Long Island In 2024: Hicks Nurseries, Inc.
We are thrilled to announce that Hicks Nurseries, Inc. has been named Best Nursery/Garden Center on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Rooted deeply in the community's history, Hicks Nurseries has flourished alongside its neighbors for over 170 years and its sprawling grounds are filled with vibrant annuals, hardy perennials, and an impressive selection of trees and shrubs, all carefully curated to thrive in local gardens, according to its website. Hicks Nurseries stands out for its long-standing dedication to quality, offering expert advice and a welcoming environm…
Shelton, CT
Readers Choice
Best Nursery/Garden Center In Fairfield County In 2024: Reynolds Farms Nursery & Garden Center
We are thrilled to announce that Reynolds Farms Nursery & Garden Center has been named Best Nursery/Garden Center in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Reynolds Farms Nursery & Garden Center was established in 1957 by Vincent J. Deorio, who grew a small mail-order business specializing in bare-root plants into a thriving seven-acre hub for gardeners of all skill levels. Now run by the second generation of the family, the business remains dedicated to providing a diverse selection of plant materials, gardening supplies, and expe…
Chappaqua, NY
Readers Choice
Best Nursery/Garden Center In Westchester County In 2024: Rosedale Nurseries
We are thrilled to announce that Rosedale Nurseries has been named Best Nursery/Garden Center in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Since its establishment in 1898, this family-owned nursery has prioritized quality and expertise, ensuring customers leave with plants and inspiration, according to its website. From creating a custom landscape design to selecting the perfect plants for your yard or tackling a tricky gardening challenge, the nursery's knowledgeable staff provides exceptional service, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice co…
New Cumberland-Lemoyne, PA
News
Estate Of PA “Grammy” With NJ Ties Sues For Wrongful Death Following Fatal I-81 Crash:
Update
Editor's Note: Flock Freight, Inc. has been removed as a defendant from the lawsuit. This article has been updated to reflect that change. The estate of a woman known lovingly as "Grammy" to her family is suing for her wrongful death after a tragic crash on Interstate 81, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Wednesday, Jan. 29 and Tuesday, Nov. 12. Eileen Beck, 80, who was born and raised in West Orange, New Jersey, and her companion John Sheltman, 79 — both with ties to Selinsgrove but most recently lived in Towada — were in a Subaru Outback. Lieu Nguyen, 49, of Har…
Allentown, PA
News
Allentown School Bus Crash Kills Syrian Man Decades Later: Coroner
A man who was struck by a school bus more than two decades ago in Allentown has died, surrounded by family, the Lehigh County Coroner's Office announced on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Nassim Younes, 86, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 25, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest, from traumatic brain injuries sustained in a crash on Friday, Jan. 4, 2002. He was crossing the 300 block of W. Tilghman Street when he was hit by a school bus, according to the coroner. Born on Jan. 5, 1939, in Amar, Syria, to the late Elias and Aziza Younes, Nassim migrated to the United States in 1976. He worked at Quaker Sho…
Mount Olive, NJ
Police & Fire
Dad Killed In Route 206 Dump Truck Crash Was Avid Gardener With Hard Work Ethic
Services have been finalized for the 57-year-old Morris County man killed in a dump truck crash this week. Peter Janke, of Chester, rear-ended a garbage truck on Route 206 in Mount Olive early Wednesday, Dec. 18 in Morris County, the Morris County Prosecutor's Office said. Known for his strong work ethic, Pete was a manager at PLPS Printing Co. in Little Falls, his obituary on the William J. Leber Funeral Home website says. "Outside of work, he was an avid gardener with a passion for tending to his plants and maintaining his lawn," his obituary reads. "He found great jo…
Hatfield, PA
News
Couple Married 63 Years Killed In Crash Lands High Hatfield Driver Homicide Charge: DA
A Harleysville man is facing homicide by vehicle charges after a DUI crash killed a beloved Hatfield Township couple who had been married for 63 years, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Hatfield Township Police Chief William J. Tierney announced Thursday, Dec. 19. Michael Lennon, 21, was arrested following the June 8, crash at the intersection of Bergey Road and Bethlehem Pike, which left Jaime Burgos, 86, and Eva Burgos, 79, fatally injured, officials said. The couple, who were married in 1961, were remembered for their devotion to family and their community. Jaime, a…
Montclair, NJ
Real Estate
Renovated Montclair Mansion With Ties To Fed Reserve Chair, WWI Memorial Listed At $3.5M
A historic Montclair home with ties to the late Paul Volcker, a former Federal Reserve Chairman, is now on the market following a meticulous renovation in 2024. Because of Paul Volcker, our financial system is stronger and safer for the American people. I’ll remember Paul for his consummate wisdom, untethered honesty, and a level of dignity that matched his towering stature. I’m proud to have called him not just an adviser, but a friend. pic.twitter.com/m3zFR6Q0UF — Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 9, 2019 Located at 509 Park St., this turn-key residence offers over 9,000 square fee…
West Orange, NJ
Obituaries
Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63
Terri Breen, of Essex Fells and later of West Orange, passed away on Oct. 14, 2024. She was 63 years old. Born Mary Theresa Faleskie on Dec. 12, 1960, at Tripler Army Hospital in Honolulu, HI, Terri graduated from Hawaii Baptist Academy and earned her BA from Pennsylvania State University, State College. After college, Terri moved to New York City, beginning her career in advertising at Doyle Dane Bernbach and later at Women’s Day Magazine. She left her career to focus on what she considered her most important job of all — raising her beloved sons, Conor and Liam. Devoted to their growth, …
Sparta, NJ
Real Estate
200-Gallon Aquarium, Meditative Spa: Look Inside Unique Sparta Listing
A new home promising to offer mind, body and soul paradise has hit the market in Sussex County. The 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home at 329 Glen Road in Sparta was listed last month for $899,000 by Amy Wang and Scott Stephenson of Serhant Real Estate. The open-concept home features oversized landscape windows, a 200-gallon aquarium, and a "meditative" spa jacuzzi area designed to promote "good chi," according to the listing. The house's aesthetics, use of color and texture, and lighting elements are aimed at provoking one's deepest sense of peace and joy, according to the listing. Th…
Brookville-Old Westbury, NY
Real Estate
$15M Brookville Home Built For French Royalty — No Really
It's a home that looks like it was plucked from Versaille and placed in New York. That's because it was. "Haut Bois," a 108-year-old home in the exclusive town of Brookville on Long Island's Gold Coast was designed to look like Louis XIV Hunting Lodge, now known as the Palace of Versailles, the listing reads. This one-of-a-kind regal Brookville manor could be yours for $14.9 million. Zillow The 18-room home sits on eight acres at the end of a private drive. It was originally built in 1916 and has undergone two major renovations in the past century. Zillow Th…
Bethlehem, PA
Obituaries
Funeral For Track Coach Ryan Peck Scheduled In Bethlehem
The funeral details for a 34-year-old father of two young children who was killed in a crash have been released. Ryan Peck, 34, of Forks Township, died from blunt force injuries following a crash near the 5600 Block of Kesslersville Road in Plainfield Township on Aug. 15, as Daily Voice previously reported. An investigation into the accident is ongoing by Slate Belt Regional Police and the Northampton County Coroner’s Office. Peck was a 2008 graduate of Nazareth Area High School where he went on to coach soccer and basketball at the school after graduated with Bacholer's of Science a…
Brentwood, NY
Obituaries
'Mamma Lombardi,' Long Island Restaurant Matriarch, Dies At Age 92: 'A Beloved Figure'
Condolences are pouring in for the family behind a group of popular Italian restaurants on Long Island mourning the loss of its beloved matriarch. Michelina Lombardi, affectionately known as “Mamma Lombardi” and the namesake of the Holbrook eatery on Furrows Road, died at the age of 92 on Thursday, July 25, according to her obituary. The restaurant confirmed her death in a Facebook tribute, saying the business would be closed Monday, July 29, while relatives mourn her loss. “Through her delicious food she has brought joy and togetherness to so many, enriching those special moments fo…
Amherst, MA
Obituaries
'An Incredible Artist': Family Remembers Western Mass Woman Killed By Train
Jennifer Grace Jarvis's death made headlines, but her family said she will be remembered for her many talents as an artist and loving caregiver. Jarvis, 45, of Greenfield, died around 5 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, when she was struck by a train in Shelburne Falls in Franklin County. Related: Greenfield Woman ID'd As Victim Of Fatal Train Strike Her family released her obituary on Friday, painting a picture of a gifted woman who provided a great deal to her loved ones and community. Jenny brought a hands-on approach to her many interests and endeavors. She loved gardening, …
Bedford, NY
Real Estate
Sprawling 48-Acre Katonah Estate Hits Market For $29.5M
A life of elegance and luxury awaits anyone with the means to close on a multi-million-dollar Hudson Valley estate sitting on acres of beautiful grounds and gardens. The 48-acre Northern Westchester property, known as Brook Hollow Farm, is located in Katonah at 212 Mt. Holly Rd., according to its Zillow listing. It is currently listed for $29.5 million. The extensive residence, reimagined by landscape designer Miranda Brooks, includes a main house, six outbuildings, a new tennis court, a pool, and plenty of gardens for the enjoyment of its future residents. Zillow The main ho…
Jersey City, NJ
Police & Fire
Jersey City Police Lieutenant's Cremation To Follow Saturday Funeral Mass
She devoted her life to those in need and put others first. She was "the glue that held her family and friends together." And at only 44 years old, Jersey City Police Lt. Marina Angelica Ugolini is gone far too soon. Ugolini died Tuesday evening, May 28. The 19-year department veteran, who was promoted to lieutenant six years ago this month, worked in the city's North District. Ugolini was an alumnus of Jersey City Medical Center and Ambucar EMS who "took pride in helping people by devoting her life to serving those in need," her obituary says. "She transported the first medical …
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