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Bartender Killed By Reckless Driver On Rockville Pike Was 'In Prime Of Her Life,' Family Says Bartender Killed By Reckless Driver On Rockville Pike Was 'In Prime Of Her Life,' Family Says
Bartender Killed By Reckless Driver On Rockville Pike Was 'In Prime Of Her Life,' Family Says A Maryland family "has been left shattered with a hole that can never be filled" after a 25-year-old woman was killed in a rollover crash by a driver attempting to evade a traffic stop in Montgomery County. Adelphi native Jasmin Gimon, 25, has been identified as the driver who was killed in a rollover crash involving a man attempting to flee from police, according to officials, now her family is grappling with their new reality. Investigators with our Independent Investigations Division (IID) are on the scene of a police-involved fatal collision in the area of Rockville Pike and Twinbroo…
20K People RSVP To Joke Walmart Self Checkout Employee Christmas Party In Lanoka Harbor 20K People RSVP To Joke Walmart Self Checkout Employee Christmas Party In Lanoka Harbor
20K People RSVP To Joke Walmart Self Checkout Employee Christmas Party In Lanoka Harbor You guys, he was just kidding! The "Walmart Self Checkout Employee Christmas Party" in Lanoka Harbor started out as a joke. Andrew Delgado, a Facebook-verified digital creator, started the event seemingly as a joke. "Celebrating another successful year of picking, paying, and bagging your own groceries while actual employees just stand around and check receipts," the Facebook event reads. But then, Delgado's event got more than 20,000 RSVPs. "If this is legit, I'm down," one person commented. "Anyone discuss a meeting location? We hanging out by the doors or we going to break room for o…
'I'm Devastated': Community Rallying For Colonie Butcher Shop Destroyed By Fire 'I'm Devastated': Community Rallying For Colonie Butcher Shop Destroyed By Fire
'I'm Devastated': Community Rallying For Colonie Butcher Shop Destroyed By Fire A popular butcher shop in the region is vowing to bounce back after its building was destroyed in a fire. Albany County’s The Big Body Butcher Shop, located in Colonie on Central Avenue, was gutted when flames broke out sometime overnight Wednesday, June 7. It was not immediately clear what sparked the fire. “I put everything I had into this building/business and there's not much to show for it now,” owner Cody Shields wrote on Facebook the following morning. “I'm devastated to say the least.” The post was accompanied by two photos showing heavy damage to the ceiling, walls, and equipmen…
This East Setauket Senior Wants Everyone To ‘Have A Prom To Remember’ This East Setauket Senior Wants Everyone To ‘Have A Prom To Remember’
This East Setauket Senior Wants Everyone To ‘Have A Prom To Remember’ For many high schoolers, prom remains the ultimate culmination of four years of hard work. One Long Island student is raising money to ensure that every student is able to look and feel their best on the night. Cole Platt just wants to give back. He joined his now-graduating class at Ward Melville High School in 2022 during his junior year, he told Daily Voice. While some students may feel isolated from others when switching schools after freshman year, Platt says his experience was anything but. “I was so grateful to be treated with the level of kindness and support I received from …
'Beyond Grateful': Foundation Pays Off Mortgage Of Late Yonkers Sergeant 'Beyond Grateful': Foundation Pays Off Mortgage Of Late Yonkers Sergeant
'Beyond Grateful': Foundation Pays Off Mortgage Of Late Yonkers Sergeant As the family of a fallen police sergeant in Westchester County prepares to face their first holiday season without him, an organization is giving them quite a generous gift.  Earlier Report - Help A Hero: Community Raises Thousands For Family Of Late Westchester County Sergeant The Tunnel To Towers Foundation, which pays off mortgages for the families of heroes who die in the line of duty, is doing the same for the family of Yonkers Police Department Sgt. Frank Gualdino, a resident of Mahopac in Putnam County, who died in a multi-vehicle crash on Thursday, Dec. 1, at the age of 5…
Brand-New Forbes Rankings Reveal Richest NY Residents Brand-New Forbes Rankings Reveal Richest NY Residents
Brand-New Forbes Rankings Reveal Richest NY Residents The richest people in America are revealed in a new Forbes 400 ranking, which includes over a dozen New Yorkers. To come up with its 41st annual list of the 400 wealthiest Americans, the outlet consulted with a variety of sources, including financial advisors, Securities and Exchange Commission documents, court filings, attorneys, and news articles. Researchers looked at assets held, including public and private companies, as well as personal property like car collections, yachts, planes, and jewelry. Debts and charitable giving were also factored in, Forbes said. The top 20 people on th…
Charity Founder Killed By Virginia Airport Worker While He Slept Next To His Wife: Report Charity Founder Killed By Virginia Airport Worker While He Slept Next To His Wife: Report
Charity Founder Killed By Virginia Airport Worker While He Slept Next To His Wife: Report A Virginia airport worker was arrested on accusations he killed a beloved charity founder in his own bed while sleeping next to his wife, FOX 5 reports. Joshua Danehower, 33, of Arlington, has been charged with shooting Gret Glyer, 32, while he slept next to his wife in his Fairfax home around 3 a.m. Friday, June 24, FOX 5 says citing police. Danehower was arrested Tuesday, June 28 while heading to work at Dulles International Airport, officials said Wednesday. He and Glyer were acquaintances but it was unclear how they knew each other, police said at a press conference. Glyer was the fou…
Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Litchfield County Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Litchfield County
Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Litchfield County After a lengthy wait, the new Jersey Mike’s Subs location has opened up a new eatery in Northern Connecticut. It's in Litchfield County, in New Milford. Earlier this month, the popular sandwich shop celebrated its grand opening at Litchfield Crossings on Danbury Road, New Milford’s largest shopping center. Calling it “the true American sub,” free coupons were provided to the eatery’s first patrons, with charitable contributions being contributed to Camella’s Cupboard, a non-profit dedicated to feeding families and changing lives in the community. “The waiting is over and we are thrilled t…
'American Dream Come True': Dr. Oz Surprises NJ Restaurateur With $10,000 'American Dream Come True': Dr. Oz Surprises NJ Restaurateur With $10,000
'American Dream Come True': Dr. Oz Surprises NJ Restaurateur With $10,000 Faith, hope and patience is what Morris County restaurateur Mickey Chopra says inspired him to help others during the pandemic, even though he was struggling. Everything came full circle for Chopra last week, when Dr. Oz surprised him with $10,000 for the launch of his new series, "Surprise Restaurant Rescue." "I may be born in India but here, right here is where you see America," said Chopra, who owns I2I Italian and Indian Fusion and Vinnie's Pizza and Ristorante in Boonton. "I wasn't going to let the pandemic shatter my American Dream."  Chopra moved to the U.S. from India at just …
Norwalk's Maritime Aquarium Gets $50,000 Grant From Newman’s Own Foundation Norwalk's Maritime Aquarium Gets $50,000 Grant From Newman’s Own Foundation
Norwalk's Maritime Aquarium Gets $50,000 Grant From Newman’s Own Foundation Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk has officially received a grant from Newman’s Own Foundation totaling $50,000. Newman’s Own Foundation is the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, who lived in Westport.  The grant will help to support the aquarium’s educational programming, including materials and financial aid for schools seeking to connect their students with the aquarium. “We are very grateful for the generous support of Newman’s Own Foundation – in this gift, and many others over the years,” said Alicia Wettenstein, the Aquarium’s direc…
Here's How To Make 2018 A Year Of Savings Here's How To Make 2018 A Year Of Savings
Here's How To Make 2018 A Year Of Savings ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. -- With a New Year comes new financial opportunity. For those looking to establish a healthy fiscal 2018, the savings experts at Wallkill Valley Federal Savings & Loan can help. Below are some of their tips on how to start the financial year off right: Save More Each year, more than one quarter of Americans say they want to save money. The best way to stay on top of the resolution is to make a specific savings goal first. Identify what the money will be used towards, and then begin saving. Below are some potential goals to consider when planning for 2018. Start an …