Black Belt Ryan Duvall, 18, Mourned After Deadly Maryland Crash: 'A Light In All Of Our Lives' Black Belt Ryan Duvall, 18, Mourned After Deadly Maryland Crash: 'A Light In All Of Our Lives'
Black Belt Ryan Duvall, 18, Mourned After Deadly Maryland Crash: 'A Light In All Of Our Lives' Ryan Duvall was just 18, a first-year college student, a dedicated martial artist, and someone those closest to him say brought light into every room he entered. Now, his family and community are mourning his sudden loss after a crash in Maryland late Friday night. Shortly before 9:45 p.m. on May 1, officers were called to the intersection of Poplar Hill Road and Merrymans Mill Road in Cockeysville, where a single vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. Duvall, who was a passenger, was pronounced dead at the scene. A teen driver and another passenger were taken to the hospital with lif…
Closed Overnight: Commack Greek Restaurant Pulls Plug After 30 Years — Hours After Promo Post Closed Overnight: Commack Greek Restaurant Pulls Plug After 30 Years — Hours After Promo Post
Closed Overnight: Commack Greek Restaurant Pulls Plug After 30 Years — Hours After Promo Post A popular Long Island Greek restaurant announced a shocking closure on Friday morning, May 1. Athenian Greek Taverna in Commack had operated for more than 30 years before shutting its doors. “After 30+ wonderful years in business, we have made the decision to close this chapter as we move on to new future endeavors," the owners wrote in an Instagram post. "We are deeply grateful for your loyalty, trust, and support throughout the years. It has truly been an honor to serve you.” The decision came on almost no notice. Just one day earlier, the restaurant had shared its lunch specials on Inst…
Support Swells After Wall Township Gravel Owner Dies Of Cancer Support Swells After Wall Township Gravel Owner Dies Of Cancer
Support Swells After Wall Township Gravel Owner Dies Of Cancer Kevin Cotta ran NJ Gravel in Wall Township for 20 years. Now the community is coming together for him. Cotta died on Tuesday, April 28 after batting multiple myeloma for two years. Despite his illness, Cotta remained devoted to his wife Lisa, their three children, his new puppy and his boy scout troop, according to a fundraiser set up to support his family. "Kevin’s determination and kindness inspired everyone around him, and he never let anything stand in the way of what he wanted to do," Cecelia Wingard, who organized the fundraiser said. At NJ Gravel, Cotta built lasting relat…
22-Year-Old Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash, Family Launches Fundraiser 22-Year-Old Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash, Family Launches Fundraiser
22-Year-Old Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash, Family Launches Fundraiser After a young man was killed in a motorcycle accident on Long Island, his family is hoping to raise money to bury him in his home nation of Ecuador. Ismael Basantez Ramon, 22, was killed Tuesday, April 28 in the crash in Riverhead, when he was trying to turn left onto Cross River Drive from Union Avenue and collided with a pickup truck, News 12 Long Island reported. “His family is devastated and wishes to fulfill his final wish: to bring him back home to Ecuador so he can rest in peace surrounded by his loved ones,” his relatives wrote in a GoFundMe launched Wednesday, April 29. Riverhead …
Teen Critically Injured In Pawling Motorcycle Crash To Be Taken Off Life Support Teen Critically Injured In Pawling Motorcycle Crash To Be Taken Off Life Support
Teen Critically Injured In Pawling Motorcycle Crash To Be Taken Off Life Support A 19-year-old man who suffered devastating injuries in a motorcycle crash while on the way to work in Dutchess County is set to be taken off life support after being declared brain dead, his family said.  New, updated report - Teen Dies Days After Motorcycle Crash In Pawling: Investigation Underway (Update) Kayden Kabashi, who had just celebrated his 19th birthday on Sunday, April 19, was critically injured in a crash on Monday, April 27, at the intersection of Route 55 and Old Route 55 in Pawling.  Kabashi had left home that day on his motorcycle, heading to work, but nev…
Popular Ridgewood Gym Teacher Reinstated After Budget Cuts Spark Backlash Popular Ridgewood Gym Teacher Reinstated After Budget Cuts Spark Backlash
Popular Ridgewood Gym Teacher Reinstated After Budget Cuts Spark Backlash A Ridgewood middle school gym teacher whose position was cut amid budget reductions has been reinstated, district officials confirmed. The return of Robert “Bobby” Franklin comes after weeks of intense community pushback, with parents, students, and athletes rallying in support of the popular Benjamin Franklin Middle School phys ed teacher. Franklin also serves as an assistant coach for the Ridgewood High School wrestling team and volunteers additional time with the junior program. Supporters had mobilized quickly, launching a Change.org petition and urging school leaders to reverse the dec…
West Caldwell Dad Dies Month After Welcoming 'Miracle Baby' With Wife West Caldwell Dad Dies Month After Welcoming 'Miracle Baby' With Wife
West Caldwell Dad Dies Month After Welcoming 'Miracle Baby' With Wife Support is on the rise for a brand-new North Jersey mother who lost her husband one month after welcoming a baby together. Craig Caracozza, who lived in West Caldwell with his wife, Cindy, died unexpectedly, leaving behind Cindy and their 1-month-old daughter, Sienna, according to a GoFundMe launched by Marianna Cammarano.  “In the blink of an eye, Cindy’s world was changed forever,” Marianna wrote on Wednesday, April 29. The couple had long hoped for their daughter, calling her “their miracle,” according to the campaign, which had raised more than $22,000 as of Thursday, April 30. “…
Gloucester Twp Chef, Teacher Planned To Leave Husband Before Deadly Stabbing: Report Gloucester Twp Chef, Teacher Planned To Leave Husband Before Deadly Stabbing: Report
Gloucester Twp Chef, Teacher Planned To Leave Husband Before Deadly Stabbing: Report Monica Morris, a 51-year-old culinary teacher at Trenton High School, was planning to leave her husband, Jerome, before he stabbed her to death on Tuesday, April 28, according to an affidavit of probable cause obtained by Daily Voice. At 2:25 a.m., Morris' daughter called 911 and said, "he's killing my mom." Morris' daughter heard her mother yell that Jerome was trying to kill her and to call 911, according to the affidavit . After calling 911, Morris' daughter opened the door and found Jerome Morris, 50, on top of her bleeding mother with a knife in his hand, according to the aff…
Ex-BF Sentenced In Stabbing Death Of EX-GF In Bucks County During FaceTime Call With Child Ex-BF Sentenced In Stabbing Death Of EX-GF In Bucks County During FaceTime Call With Child
Ex-BF Sentenced In Stabbing Death Of Ex-gf In Bucks County During FaceTime Call With Child A Bucks County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for the “rage-fueled” killing of his 19-year-old ex-girlfriend, authorities announced on Tuesday, April 28. Trevor Weigel, 25, of Churchville, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, followed by an additional five to 20 years, for the February 2024 murder of 19-year-old Jaden Battista, according to the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office. Trevor Weigel Bucks County DA The sentence was handed down by Common Pleas Judge Charissa J. Liller, concluding a case that devastated the Lower Makefield…
One Night Freeze Kills All Of Rowand's Cherry Farm Crop One Night Freeze Kills All Of Rowand's Cherry Farm Crop
One Night Freeze Kills All Of Rowand's Cherry Farm Crop One unseasonably cold night was all it took to kill all of the cherries at one popular U-pick New Jersey cherry farm. Rowand’s Cherry Farm was devastated by a severe freeze in April 2026 that destroyed all of its cherries, leaving the farm without its expected yearly income, reads a GoFundMe launched by farmer Stephen Rowand. The loss means the farm now faces a year without the revenue it depends on to operate, Rowand said. Funds raised will go toward covering essential expenses, including taxes, insurance, fertilizer, irrigation, and maintaining the orchard for future seasons, Ro…
‘No Parent Expects That Call’: Jared Brundage, 20, Killed In Virginia Motorcycle Crash ‘No Parent Expects That Call’: Jared Brundage, 20, Killed In Virginia Motorcycle Crash
‘No Parent Expects That Call’: Jared Brundage, 20, Killed In Virginia Motorcycle Crash A family in Virginia received a phone call on Thursday that no parent wants or expects to hear. Their 20-year-old son was killed in a motorcycle accident. Jared Brundage was killed on April 23 after striking a curb, being thrown from his motorcycle, and slamming into a light pole. The crash was reported around 11 p.m. that night as he was heading westbound on Colonel Jameson Boulevard in Culpeper. He was rushed to UVA Culpeper Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. A 2023 Culpeper High School graduate, Brundage is now being remembered for being "a true daredevil in every se…
Glen Gardner Motorcyclist Killed In NJ Crash Was On Brink Of New Life Chapter, Cousin Says Glen Gardner Motorcyclist Killed In NJ Crash Was On Brink Of New Life Chapter, Cousin Says
Glen Gardner Motorcyclist Killed In NJ Crash Was On Brink Of New Life Chapter, Cousin Says Support is pouring in for the family of a 19-year-old New Jersey college student who was killed in a motorcycle crash last week. Michael Vasquez-Chicaiza died after a crash in Lebanon Township on Saturday, April 18, at approximately 9:20 p.m., as previously reported by Daily Voice. Following the tragedy, a GoFundMe created by his cousin Jacob Weiss is seeking support for Michael’s family as they cope with the loss and related expenses. Michael was born in Ecuador, to his parents, Edison Marcelo Vasquez and Lilian Alicia Chicaiza, according to his obituary on the Martin Funeral Home website…