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Bodycam Shows NJ Cops Talk Man Down From Overpass Above Busy Highway A tense encounter on a South Jersey overpass ended safely after two police officers spent about 20 minutes talking with a man who was threatening to jump into traffic below, authorities said. The incident unfolded around 12:32 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, on the Haddonfield Road overpass above Route 38 in Cherry Hill, where officers found a man outside the safety fence, Cherry Hill police said. The department released an excerpt of body-worn camera footage showing the officers working strategically to get the man to safety. Officer Jared Colbert was first to arrive and relayed information to ot…

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Florida Firebombing Fugitive Caught In Bergen County With Machete: Police Florida Firebombing Fugitive Caught In Bergen County With Machete: Police Florida Firebombing Fugitive Caught In Bergen County With Machete: Police
Florida Firebombing Fugitive Caught In Bergen County With Machete: Police A Florida fugitive wanted in a firebombing that left a teenage girl with severe burns was arrested during a traffic stop in Bergen County after giving police multiple false names and trying to run, authorities said. Yang L. Chiong, 37, of Homestead, FL, was arrested around 9:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, on North Midland Avenue in Saddle Brook, Police Chief John A. Zotollo Jr. said. Chiong was wanted by the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office on a full-extradition warrant for second-degree attempted murder and first-degree arson, Zotollo said. The Florida Firebombing The charges stem from a March 25,…

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Pest Control Truck Thief Arrested Again At Bergen County Business: Police Pest Control Truck Thief Arrested Again At Bergen County Business: Police Pest Control Truck Thief Arrested Again At Bergen County Business: Police
Pest Control Truck Thief Arrested Again At Bergen County Business: Police A 21-year-old man accused of stealing a pest control company's pickup truck in Bergen County was arrested after police found him trespassing inside another local business, authorities said. Joshua E. Sparrow, whose last known address was in Newark, was arrested at 125 Chubb Avenue in Lyndhurst around 7:02 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, Lyndhurst Deputy Police Chief Paul Haggerty said. The investigation began Monday, Oct. 26, when an employee noticed a green Nissan Frontier pickup truck missing from a pest control company's fleet at 1099 Wall Street West, Haggerty said. The truck, marked with …

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Bergen County Schools Sued After Student Falsely Blamed For Viral TikTok 'Hit List:' Parents Bergen County Schools Sued After Student Falsely Blamed For Viral TikTok 'Hit List:' Parents Bergen County Schools Sued After Student Falsely Blamed For Viral TikTok 'Hit List:' Parents
Bergen County Schools Sued After Student Falsely Blamed For Viral TikTok 'Hit List:' Parents A Bergen County student was falsely accused of creating a school shooting "hit list" on TikTok, then spent years being bullied, threatened, and isolated while school officials failed to protect him, a new lawsuit alleges. The lawsuit, filed Thursday, Nov. 5, in Bergen County Superior Court, names the Ramsey Board of Education, Ramsey Borough School District, more than a dozen school officials, seven students, and a parent as defendants. When reached for comment by Daily Voice, Superintendent Dr. Andrew C. Matteo said that the district does not comment on pending litigation. The student, id…

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NJ Driver Killed After Trooper Uses PIT Maneuver In Wrong-Way PA Chase: Police NJ Driver Killed After Trooper Uses PIT Maneuver In Wrong-Way PA Chase: Police NJ Driver Killed After Trooper Uses PIT Maneuver In Wrong-Way PA Chase: Police
NJ Driver Killed After Trooper Uses PIT Maneuver In Wrong-Way PA Chase: Police A New Jersey driver was killed after a Pennsylvania state trooper used a PIT maneuver during a wrong-way pursuit on Route 22, causing his pickup truck to overturn Wednesday night, Nov. 4, authorities announced. Juan Diaz, 35, of Newark, was ejected from the truck in Bethlehem Township, Northampton County, and pronounced dead at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg at 10:52 p.m., Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said in a release issued Thursday, Nov. 5. The pursuit began after a trooper stopped a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado on Route 22 East near mile marker 324.3 in Hanover Township, Lehigh…

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More Than 125 Vendors Take Over Paramus Catholic For Holiday Fair More Than 125 Vendors Take Over Paramus Catholic For Holiday Fair More Than 125 Vendors Take Over Paramus Catholic For Holiday Fair
More Than 125 Vendors Take Over Paramus Catholic For Holiday Fair Thinking about where to find those perfect holiday gifts? With more than 125 vendors, Paramus Catholic High School’s one-day craft fair may be just the spot to shop. The school will host its holiday craft fair on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 425 Paramus Road in Paramus, as announced on the school's website. Hosted by Marshmallow Events, the Paramus Catholic Craft Fair will bring together more than 125 vendors selling a variety of items, including handcrafted goods and holiday gifts. Shoppers can browse vendors spread throughout the school's gym, second cafeteria, and four h…

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Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote
Cheers To That! This NJ Town Just Ended 91-Year Booze Ban In Historic Election Vote After 91 years of keeping the booze out, one New Jersey town is finally ready to let the drinks flow. Voters in Collingswood, a suburb within Camden County, approved a referendum Tuesday, Nov. 3, opening the door for restaurants and other businesses to serve alcohol for the first time since 1935. The measure passed with 3,506 votes in favor and 2,322 against, according to unofficial election results. That's about 60% of voters giving alcohol sales the green light. Behind the push was a group fittingly named Booze on the Ballot, which rallied residents to support ending the borough's decade…

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Bergen New Bridge Breaks Ground On Multigenerational Facility Set For 2027 Bergen New Bridge Breaks Ground On Multigenerational Facility Set For 2027 Bergen New Bridge Breaks Ground On Multigenerational Facility Set For 2027
Bergen New Bridge Breaks Ground On Multigenerational Facility Set For 2027 Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has broken ground on a new facility that will bring childcare, healthcare and services for older adults together on one campus, with an opening planned for 2027. The project, developed with Bergen County, will house a childcare program, community physician offices and the future Bergen County Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Center. According to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, President and CEO Deborah Visconi said: “As New Jersey’s largest hospital and largest licensed nursing home, we see every day how much families are juggling,…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List
This Bergen Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Some of the nation's best restaurants are right here in the Northeast, according to a new nationwide list based on millions of customer reviews. OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, recognizing popular dining destinations in 21 states and Washington, DC. The list was compiled using more than 11 million reviews from verified diners and restaurant booking data. California led the nation with 19 restaurants, while at least 18 restaurants nationwide earned spots on the list for four consecutive years. "Diners have no shortage of places they …

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Wife Recalls Final Desperate Phone Call With Husband Before Drowning In Florida Floodwaters Wife Recalls Final Desperate Phone Call With Husband Before Drowning In Florida Floodwaters Wife Recalls Final Desperate Phone Call With Husband Before Drowning In Florida Floodwaters
Wife Recalls Final Desperate Phone Call With Husband Before Drowning In Florida Floodwaters A Massachusetts native is mourning her husband after a deadly Florida flood trapped the father of four inside his vehicle as he pleaded for help during a final FaceTime call with his wife.  Stacy Petit Bennett, a Walpole native, lost her husband, 34-year-old Joshua Bennett, on Monday, Nov. 2, when fast-moving floodwaters submerged his vehicle in Palm Bay, Florida.  Joshua had gone out for coffee when rising water surrounded his vehicle "He called me on FaceTime, and he was just crying like, 'I don't know what to do, I don't know what to do.' And he said he's in the middle of a ri…

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TV Reporter Who Proposed To Tom Brady In Wedding Dress Arrested In $160M Fraud Scheme: ICE TV Reporter Who Proposed To Tom Brady In Wedding Dress Arrested In $160M Fraud Scheme: ICE TV Reporter Who Proposed To Tom Brady In Wedding Dress Arrested In $160M Fraud Scheme: ICE
TV Reporter Who Proposed To Tom Brady In Wedding Dress Arrested In $160M Fraud Scheme: ICE A Mexican TV star who once stunned Tom Brady with a marriage proposal at the Super Bowl 42 is now in federal custody in Florida after five years on the run from Mexican authorities for an alleged massive fraud scheme.  Inés Gómez Mont, 43, was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during an operation in Miami on Friday, Oct. 30, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Mexican authorities have issued three arrest warrants for Gómez Mont. The allegations include organized crime, money laundering, and suspected tax fraud. Investigators believe Gómez Mont and…

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$847M Powerball Jackpot Ticket Sold At Bergen County Wegmans $847M Powerball Jackpot Ticket Sold At Bergen County Wegmans $847M Powerball Jackpot Ticket Sold At Bergen County Wegmans
$847M Powerball Jackpot Ticket Sold At Bergen County Wegmans Someone in New Jersey is waking up $847 million richer after a single Powerball ticket sold at a Bergen County Wegmans matched all six numbers in the Wednesday, Nov. 4 drawing. The winning ticket was sold at Wegmans Food Market at 100 Farm View in Montvale, New Jersey Lottery officials announced Thursday, Nov. 5. The store will receive a $30,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket, with State Treasurer Aaron Binder and New Jersey Lottery Executive Director James Carey scheduled to present a ceremonial check at a 2 p.m. press conference Thursday. The winning numbers were 15, 34, 41, 53, an…

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NJ Mom's Topless NYC Marathon Run Was About Much More Than Turning Heads NJ Mom's Topless NYC Marathon Run Was About Much More Than Turning Heads NJ Mom's Topless NYC Marathon Run Was About Much More Than Turning Heads
NJ Mom's Topless NYC Marathon Run Was About Much More Than Turning Heads A New Jersey mother who survived two types of breast cancer is going viral for running the New York City Marathon topless, proudly displaying the scars left behind by the disease she fought to overcome. Lauren Spiezia, 33, completed the 26.2-mile race Sunday, Nov. 1, in 4 hours, 54 minutes, and 5 seconds, according to official marathon results. Diagnosed with breast cancer at 31, Spiezia underwent chemotherapy, a bilateral mastectomy, and reconstruction. Rather than cover the scars left behind, she made them part of her message: "Today, I’m running the NYC Marathon with my scars uncove…

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Tesla Driver Tries Parking, Ends Up Wedged Between Steel Posts At Route 17 Dealership Tesla Driver Tries Parking, Ends Up Wedged Between Steel Posts At Route 17 Dealership Tesla Driver Tries Parking, Ends Up Wedged Between Steel Posts At Route 17 Dealership
Tesla Driver Tries Parking, Ends Up Wedged Between Steel Posts At Route 17 Dealership Two people had to be rescued from a Tesla that became wedged between two steel posts outside a Route 17 dealership on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 4, incident photographer Boyd A. Loving reports. The crash happened in the parking lot of Paramus Tesla at 530 Route 17 North, where a dark red Tesla sedan became stuck between two steel bollards, Loving said. First responders at the scene said the driver had been trying to pull into a parking space just before the crash, according to Loving. Both occupants were trapped in the front seats, prompting Paramus firefighters and police Emergency …

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Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them
Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them Panera Bread is challenging Starbucks' wildly popular Bearista cup with its own collectible drinkware for the holidays. The fast-casual chain unveiled its limited-edition glass Snowman Cups in a news release on Thursday, Nov. 5. Panera's cups will come in two versions: a "naughty" winking snowman with a red straw and a "nice" snowman with a regular smile and a powder blue straw. Panera's Snowman Cups will come in mystery boxes, so customers won't know which design they're getting until they open the package. "The holidays are about coming together, enjoying great food and making …

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Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer
Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Nearly 176,000 air fryer ovens are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when the appliances' doors unexpectedly closed. Gourmia recalled about 175,951 digital air fryer ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The ovens' spring-loaded glass doors can suddenly close when bumped, potentially burning someone removing hot food. The recall covers Gourmia 9-Slice Digital Air Fryer Ovens with model number GTF7530 and UPC 810002862779. The stainless steel appliances have two glass French doors with metal handles. Gourmia, which is based in B…

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McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know
McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know McDonald's is planning to introduce new value meals nationwide as the fast-food giant tries to attract more customers struggling with rising costs. The company announced plans to overhaul its value menu during its third-quarter earnings call on Wednesday, Nov. 4. McDonald's is testing new meal deals at roughly 1,900 US restaurants, with a nationwide launch expected in early 2027, MarketWatch reported. McDonald's began the eight-week test in late October with two types of value meals: mix-and-match combinations that let customers choose different items and fixed bundles featuring specific it…

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Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders
Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Nearly 3.7 million ladders are being recalled after they collapsed suddenly, causing traumatic brain injuries and skull fractures. Little Giant Ladder Systems issued the recall for about 3,662,000 ladders equipped with Rapid Locks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 5. The recall affects 11 models with black or orange locking mechanisms used to adjust the ladders' height. The ladders can suddenly retract if the locks aren't fully engaged, creating a fall hazard. There have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, causing 19 injuries, according to the CPSC. Three re…

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CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance
CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance CVS is planning to split its pharmacies and health insurance businesses into two separate companies. The Woonsocket, Rhode Island-based company announced the planned breakup in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The separation is expected to be completed in the first half of 2028. The spinoff would create two independent companies called CVS Pharmacy and CVS Health. One would be focused on retail pharmacies, while the other would handle health insurance and other healthcare services. CVS Pharmacy would operate the chain's roughly 9,000 retail pharmacies nationwide. It would also man…

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Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them
Panera Takes On Starbucks' Bearista With New Holiday Cups: When To Get Them Panera Bread is challenging Starbucks' wildly popular Bearista cup with its own collectible drinkware for the holidays. The fast-casual chain unveiled its limited-edition glass Snowman Cups in a news release on Thursday, Nov. 5. Panera's cups will come in two versions: a "naughty" winking snowman with a red straw and a "nice" snowman with a regular smile and a powder blue straw. Panera's Snowman Cups will come in mystery boxes, so customers won't know which design they're getting until they open the package. "The holidays are about coming together, enjoying great food and making …

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Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer
Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Nearly 176,000 air fryer ovens are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when the appliances' doors unexpectedly closed. Gourmia recalled about 175,951 digital air fryer ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The ovens' spring-loaded glass doors can suddenly close when bumped, potentially burning someone removing hot food. The recall covers Gourmia 9-Slice Digital Air Fryer Ovens with model number GTF7530 and UPC 810002862779. The stainless steel appliances have two glass French doors with metal handles. Gourmia, which is based in B…

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McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know
McDonald's Plans Major Value Menu Changes: What To Know McDonald's is planning to introduce new value meals nationwide as the fast-food giant tries to attract more customers struggling with rising costs. The company announced plans to overhaul its value menu during its third-quarter earnings call on Wednesday, Nov. 4. McDonald's is testing new meal deals at roughly 1,900 US restaurants, with a nationwide launch expected in early 2027, MarketWatch reported. McDonald's began the eight-week test in late October with two types of value meals: mix-and-match combinations that let customers choose different items and fixed bundles featuring specific it…

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Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders
Brain Injuries, Broken Bones From Falls Spark Major Recall Of 3.6M+ Ladders Nearly 3.7 million ladders are being recalled after they collapsed suddenly, causing traumatic brain injuries and skull fractures. Little Giant Ladder Systems issued the recall for about 3,662,000 ladders equipped with Rapid Locks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Nov. 5. The recall affects 11 models with black or orange locking mechanisms used to adjust the ladders' height. The ladders can suddenly retract if the locks aren't fully engaged, creating a fall hazard. There have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, causing 19 injuries, according to the CPSC. Three re…

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CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance
CVS Splitting Into 2 Companies: What To Know About Prescriptions, Health Insurance CVS is planning to split its pharmacies and health insurance businesses into two separate companies. The Woonsocket, Rhode Island-based company announced the planned breakup in a news release on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The separation is expected to be completed in the first half of 2028. The spinoff would create two independent companies called CVS Pharmacy and CVS Health. One would be focused on retail pharmacies, while the other would handle health insurance and other healthcare services. CVS Pharmacy would operate the chain's roughly 9,000 retail pharmacies nationwide. It would also man…

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Cause Of Death Revealed For Pro Soccer Player After Fatal On-Field Collision Cause Of Death Revealed For Pro Soccer Player After Fatal On-Field Collision Cause Of Death Revealed For Pro Soccer Player After Fatal On-Field Collision
Cause Of Death Revealed For Pro Soccer Player After Fatal On-Field Collision A professional soccer player who died after colliding with a goalkeeper during a match in Spain suffered a severe chest injury, according to new autopsy findings. CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel Alameda died from "accidental chest trauma," according to preliminary autopsy results reported by Spanish news outlets El Día and Canarias7. The 30-year-old died on Tuesday, Nov. 3, after collapsing during a match against FC Andorra the previous day. De Miguel was struck in the chest by goalkeeper Jesús Owono's knee as the Andorra player rushed outside his penalty area to clear a long ball.…

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Kimmarie Johnson Dies: 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Actress, Former Pageant Winner Kimmarie Johnson Dies: 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Actress, Former Pageant Winner Kimmarie Johnson Dies: 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Actress, Former Pageant Winner
Kimmarie Johnson Dies: 'Beverly Hills, 90210' Actress, Former Pageant Winner Kimmarie Johnson, whose career took her from Pennsylvania’s pageant stage to “Beverly Hills, 90210,” has died. Johnson died Wednesday, Nov. 4, her niece, Rhonda Scott, told TMZ. The actress and model was 50. Scott said Johnson suffered a cardiac event at her Los Angeles home on Tuesday, Oct. 27, and was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Doctors diagnosed a heart aneurysm condition, according to Scott’s account to TMZ. Her career included television appearances, movie roles, international modeling, and a skincare business. Johnson had strong western Pennsylvania ties. In a Pittsburgh …

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by Joe Lombardi
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6 Dead, 7 Injured After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In Brooklyn 6 Dead, 7 Injured After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In Brooklyn 6 Dead, 7 Injured After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In Brooklyn
6 Dead, 7 Injured After Massive House Fire Breaks Out In Brooklyn A fast-moving house fire left six people dead and seven others injured in New York City, triggering a massive overnight emergency response. The three-alarm blaze tore through a residential building in Brooklyn’s Sunset Park neighborhood early Thursday morning, Nov. 5, according to multiple reports. Crews responded to 58th Street near Seventh Avenue around 1:40 a.m. More than 230 fire and emergency medical personnel were called to the scene. Firefighters arrived to find the first and second floors engulfed, CBS News reported. Heavy smoke and flames poured from the windows as the fire intens…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Flight Threats Trigger Flurry Of Diversions: What To Know Flight Threats Trigger Flurry Of Diversions: What To Know Flight Threats Trigger Flurry Of Diversions: What To Know
Flight Threats Trigger Flurry Of Diversions: What To Know A wave of threats is derailing passenger flights, turning routine trips into security scares. At least a dozen flights across Europe received bomb threats on Thursday, Nov. 5, prompting diversions, military escorts, and aircraft searches, according to multiple reports, including ABC News and BBC News. Authorities reported no suspicious items were found aboard the affected aircraft, ABC News said. Some inspections were still underway. One diversion involved Aer Lingus Flight EI402, which was traveling from Dublin to Rome when it landed at Évreux-Fauville Air Base in Normandy, France. The F…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Tony Butala Dies: 'The Way You Look Tonight' Singer Remembered Tony Butala Dies: 'The Way You Look Tonight' Singer Remembered Tony Butala Dies: 'The Way You Look Tonight' Singer Remembered
Tony Butala Dies: 'The Way You Look Tonight' Singer Remembered Tony Butala, whose voice helped turn “The Way You Look Tonight” into a pop hit, has died, closing a chapter in the history of an enduring harmony group. Butala, the last surviving original member of The Lettermen, died Sunday, Nov. 1, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He was 87. The group announced his death and outlined plans to celebrate his life. "The Lettermen were ending their weekend engagement in Las Vegas when we learned the news of Tony Butala’s passing this past Sunday," the group wrote on Facebook on Tuesday, Nov. 3. "A moment of tribute was held at the end of the show that we would like …

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