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Robert Buckley 'Bucky' Boies, 33, Had A Remarkable Life Robert Buckley 'Bucky' Boies, 33, Had A Remarkable Life
Robert Buckley 'Bucky' Boies, 33, Had A Remarkable Life Robert Buckley “Bucky” Boies, age 33, of Bigfork, MT, tragically passed into the arms of God on March 10, 2024. He was born October 8, 1990, in Williamsburg, VA to David Boies III and Robin Lou Boies (Weiss). Bucky graduated from Woodson High School in Fairfax, VA and Flathead College in Kalispell, MT with a degree in criminal justice. Bucky also attended Trinity Christian School, Rippowam Cisqua School, Hargrave Military Academy, and Barry University. Although a Virginian by birth, Bucky traveled extensively and lived in many places throughout the United States, including Florida, New Yor…
Support Swells For Longtime Brewster Firefighter Severely Injured In Equipment Rollover Support Swells For Longtime Brewster Firefighter Severely Injured In Equipment Rollover
Support Swells For Longtime Brewster Firefighter Severely Injured In Equipment Rollover A Hudson Valley firefighter who has spent over five decades helping his village is now on the receiving end of assistance as community members raise funds to help him heal from serious injuries sustained in an accident.  Putnam County resident Phillip McMurray is well-known in his hometown of Southeast as someone who has dedicated himself to serving others as an over 50-year member of the Brewster Fire Department, Little League coach, and Boy Scouts troop leader.  Unfortunately, McMurray was seriously injured when a piece of heavy equipment rolled over him, causing him c…
Beloved Mother, Volunteer From Mount Kisco Dies At 57 Beloved Mother, Volunteer From Mount Kisco Dies At 57
Beloved Mother, Volunteer From Mount Kisco Dies At 57 A beloved wife and mother from Northern Westchester is being remembered for her willingness to donate her time to countless volunteer works and her devotion to her family.  Mount Kisco resident Beth Mannion died on Saturday, Aug. 5 at the age of 57 after a battle with ovarian cancer, according to her obituary.  Born in Mount Kisco in 1965, Mannion grew up in Bedford Hills and graduated from Fox Lane High School in 1983.  She then went on to earn an Associate's Degree from Westchester Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Western Connecticut…
‘Pillar Of Our Community’: Support Swells For Family Of Late West Islip Dad, Husband ‘Pillar Of Our Community’: Support Swells For Family Of Late West Islip Dad, Husband
‘Pillar Of Our Community’: Support Swells For Family Of Late West Islip Dad, Husband After the years that one Long Island man spent with his community, the community hopes to help his family in their time of need. “Knowing Jim meant that you had a loyal friend for life who would always be there in good times and would be the first one to be there when times went bad.” On Thursday, June 8, Jim Weydig died following a three-year battle with cancer. Jim (also known to various people as James, Jimmy, Digger, and Digs was “a pillar of our community,” according to a GoFundMe set up by friends of the Weydig family. He served many roles in the community – Jim was an architect…
Jersey Shore Marine Who Died Suddenly 'Always Led Pack,' Boy Scout Leader Says Jersey Shore Marine Who Died Suddenly 'Always Led Pack,' Boy Scout Leader Says
Jersey Shore Marine Who Died Suddenly 'Always Led Pack,' Boy Scout Leader Says An Iraq war veteran from the Jersey Shore who always led the pack as a young Boy Scout has died unexpectedly. Matthew J. Jantas of Neptune was 42 years old. The native of Perth Amboy served in the Marine Corps from 1999 to 2004, according to his obituary, and he rose to the rank of Lance Corporal. In a GoFundMe campaign, Jantas' former Boy Scout leader, Walter Mezynski of Edison, wrote, "I am trying to raise funds to help two very young girls who lost their father at a very young age." "Matt was always an inspiration to the other boys," Mezynski said. "Matthew excelled at ever…
Chesco Dad Sentenced For Falsely Accusing Neighbor Of Abusing His Son: AG Chesco Dad Sentenced For Falsely Accusing Neighbor Of Abusing His Son: AG
Chesco Dad Sentenced For Falsely Accusing Neighbor Of Abusing His Son: AG A Chester County dad who falsely accused a neighbor of sexually abusing his son could spend almost two years in prison.  Kiran Jonnala, 49, of Exton, will serve between one and 23 months in state prison and must pay $5,000 in fines, a judge ruled at his sentencing hearing, said acting Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry.  According to authorities, Jonnala was the president of his local Homeowners' Association when a neighbor filed a civil suit against the body in September 2020.  The next month, in October, Jonnala penned an email to a Boy Scout leader, prosecutors …
South Jersey Teen Who Died Playing Frisbee Was Avid Programmer, Boy Scout South Jersey Teen Who Died Playing Frisbee Was Avid Programmer, Boy Scout
South Jersey Teen Who Died Playing Frisbee Was Avid Programmer, Boy Scout A memorial scholarship has been launched in memory of a 16-year-old boy from South Jersey who died suddenly while playing frisbee with family members. Owen Cotty, a student at Methacton high School, was tossing the frisbee with his dad when he fell to the ground on Saturday, Aug. 6, his dad, Adam Cotty said. CPR was administered before first responders arrived and, despite best efforts, could not resuscitate Owen. "Our son was a caring, sweet young man who loved to be silly," his obituary reads. "He was an avid programmer, coding games in his free time and had a goal to go to college and be…
20-Year-Old Saugerties Man Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Outdoors 20-Year-Old Saugerties Man Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Outdoors
20-Year-Old Saugerties Man Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Outdoors A 20-year-old man who died in a two-vehicle crash is being remembered for his love of the outdoors and spending time with family. Ulster County resident Michael Bigler Jr., of Saugerties, died on Friday, June 3, in a crash on Route 9W in the Greene County town of Catskill, police said.  Earlier report - 20-Year-Old Killed In Route 9W Crash In Catskill Police reported that Bigler was the driver of 2003 Nissan Sentra that was traveling south when, for unknown reasons, the car crossed into the northbound lane and struck a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. Bigler was pronounced dead at the …
Toms River Nurse, Beloved Mom Shaina Ashley Dies At Age 41 Toms River Nurse, Beloved Mom Shaina Ashley Dies At Age 41
Toms River Nurse, Beloved Mom Shaina Ashley Dies At Age 41 Toms River nurse and beloved mom Shaina M. Ashley died at home on Tuesday, Jan. 18. She was 41. Born in Lakewood, Ashley grew up and lived in Toms River at the time of her death, her obituary says. Ashley graduated from Toms River North High School before attending Ocean County Vocational Technical School and Ocean County College, where she studied to become a Licensed Practical Nurse, her obituary and social media pages say. Ashley was passionate about motherhood and the arts, and she was an active member of her sons’ soccer team and Boy Scout troop. “She loved arts and crafts, there wa…
Beloved Hunterdon County Native Charles Brighthaupt, Jr. Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 41 Beloved Hunterdon County Native Charles Brighthaupt, Jr. Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 41
Beloved Hunterdon County Native Charles Brighthaupt, Jr. Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 41 Beloved Hunterdon County resident Charles “Chip” Edward Brighthaupt, Jr. died Sunday at Hunterdon Medical Center following a long and valiant battle with a rare form of cancer known as Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. He was 41 years old. A lifelong Ringoes resident, Brighthaupt graduated from Hunterdon Central Regional High School before attending Raritan Valley Community College, where he studied computer aided drafting with dreams of becoming an architect, his obituary says. Brighthaupt flourished with his studies and was successful in completing the preliminary CAD certification, though he…
Ex-Cape May Campground Instructor Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 4 Teen Boys In PA Ex-Cape May Campground Instructor Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 4 Teen Boys In PA
Ex-Cape May Campground Instructor Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 4 Teen Boys In PA A former Cape May campground instructor was arrested on accusations he sexually abused four teenage boys while working as their D.A.R.E. officer in Pennsylvania nearly 20 years ago, authorities announced. James Carey, 52 -- who was the center of a New Jersey State Police investigation for inappropriate conduct with minors at the campground in 2006 -- was arrested Wednesday in Bucks County, PA. A renewed investigation into the former D.A.R.E. officer was launched last spring, when one of the four alleged victims reported Carey's abuse to police. The case was referred to Bucks County DA Mat…
'Wolf In Sheep's Clothing': Report Details PA Officer's Alleged Sex Assaults On 4 Teen Boys 'Wolf In Sheep's Clothing': Report Details PA Officer's Alleged Sex Assaults On 4 Teen Boys
'Wolf In Sheep's Clothing': Report Details PA Officer's Alleged Sex Assaults On 4 Teen Boys An 80-page presentment detailing how a former Warminster Township police officer sexually abused four teenage boys while working as their D.A.R.E. officer nearly 20 years ago was released Wednesday -- ending a year-long investigation (scroll down for victim testimonies). A renewed investigation into former D.A.R.E. Officer James Carey was launched last spring, after one of the alleged victims -- now 36 years old -- reported the abuse to police, who referred the case to DA Matt Weintraub's office, authorities said. Carey, 52 -- who retired from Warminster PD in 2009 -- was arrested and char…
DA: Former Warminster DARE Officer Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 4 Teen Boys DA: Former Warminster DARE Officer Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 4 Teen Boys
DA: Former Warminster DARE Officer Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 4 Teen Boys An 80-page presentment detailing how a former Warminster Township police officer sexually abused four teenage boys while working as their D.A.R.E. officer nearly 20 years ago was released Wednesday -- ending a year-long investigation. 5/28 UPDATE: Former Warminster Officer Gets New Charges After 5th Sexual Abuse Victim Comes Forward A renewed investigation into former D.A.R.E. Officer James Carey was launched last spring, after one of the alleged victims -- now 36 years old -- reported the abuse to police, who referred the case to DA Matt Weintraub's office, authorities said. Carey, 52, w…
Four Charges Dismissed In Trial Of Accused Drunk Driver In Fatal LI Crash That Killed Boy Scout Four Charges Dismissed In Trial Of Accused Drunk Driver In Fatal LI Crash That Killed Boy Scout
Four Charges Dismissed In Trial Of Accused Drunk Driver In Fatal LI Crash That Killed Boy Scout Four of the 16 charges against a Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Boy Scout have been dropped. A judge dropped charges that are “no longer legally sustainable,” which relied on Holbrook resident Thomas Murphy’s blood alcohol content level being above .18 percent, more than double the legal limit. According to reports, Murphy’s lawyers contended that a witness for the prosecution withheld certain notes about Murphy’s BAC on the day he struck and killed 12-year-old Andrew McMorris last year. They also alleged that Murphy’s test may have been contaminated. It is alleged …
Hometown Hero: Top Bass Fishing Pro Returns To Show Harrington Park Scouts The Angles Hometown Hero: Top Bass Fishing Pro Returns To Show Harrington Park Scouts The Angles
Hometown Hero: Top Bass Fishing Pro Returns To Show Harrington Park Scouts The Angles A group of Boy Scouts from Harrington Park out for a Father’s Day fishing derby are getting guidance from one of the best. Borough native Lucas Bogosian, 24, began fishing as a 3-year-old in his backyard at the same Pondside Park lake before becoming one of the top anglers in the country – and one of New Jersey’s few bass pros. Last year, he fished both the Bass Masters Opens as well as the Costa Series, eventually finishing in the nation’s top 20. It’s brought him major sponsors – among them, the Blaster Corporation, Mercury Marine, KICKER Audio, Applebee’s, REZ Restoration Drink, Ardent…
Andrew Ciccarelli, Lifelong Westchester Resident, Dies At 44 Andrew Ciccarelli, Lifelong Westchester Resident, Dies At 44
Andrew Ciccarelli, Lifelong Westchester Resident, Dies At 44 Memorial donations are being accepted in the memory of lifelong Westchester resident Andrew J. Ciccarelli, who died at age 44 on March 19. He was born on March 24, 1973 in Bronxville to Armand J. Ciccarelli, Jr. and Jane G. Farrell. He was raised and educated in Yonkers, attending P.S. 28, Hawthorne Middle School, and Gorton High School. Andrew enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. As a youth, he enjoyed participating in the Boy Scouts and playing football for the Gorton Wolves, where he made numerous lifelong friends. He loved animals, especially dogs, from Honey, the first d…