Harford County Sheriff Reflects After Teen Gets 80 Years For Joppatowne High Murder Harford County Sheriff Reflects After Teen Gets 80 Years For Joppatowne High Murder
Harford County Sheriff Reflects After Teen Gets 80 Years For Joppatowne High Murder A top cop in Maryland is reflecting on the tragedy that rocked Joppatowne High School and the sentence handed down this week to the teen who pulled the trigger. Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey R. Gahler said the case of Jaylen Rushawn Prince, now serving an 80-year prison sentence for killing classmate Warren Grant, underscores the “serious consequences of violence within our schools.” “The actions of one student resulted in the death of another, and in doing so, altered the course of two young lives and impacted an entire community,” Gahler said Wednesday, following the sentencing. Pr…
Fair Lawn Police Searching For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl Fair Lawn Police Searching For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl
Fair Lawn Police Searching For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl Police in Fair Lawn are asking for the public’s help finding a 16-year-old girl who’s been missing for more than a week. Hallelujah Jean-Gilles was reported missing or runaway on Sept. 29, according to the Fair Lawn Police Department. Jean-Gilles is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 180 pounds, with a date of birth of June 4, 2009. She was last seen wearing a pink hooded sweater, white t-shirt, black sweatpants, and black-and-white sneakers, and carrying a black shoulder backpack, police said. Anyone who has seen Hallelujah or knows where she may be is asked to cont…
Beloved Seaside Heights Bartender Dies: Remembering Jimmy Hughes Beloved Seaside Heights Bartender Dies: Remembering Jimmy Hughes
Beloved Seaside Heights Bartender Dies: Remembering Jimmy Hughes James "Jimmy" Hughes, a bartender at Klee's Bar and Grill in Seaside Heights died on Thursday, Oct. 2, the restaurant announced. Hughes died surrounded by his family, the restaurant said. "Jimmy was a valued server and bartender at both Klee’s and Henry’s over the past few years, and he brought warmth, kindness, and laughter to so many," the restaurant said. "This sudden loss has deeply affected our entire Klee’s and Henry’s family. We will miss him dearly." Henry's at Klee's was closed Thursday and Friday, Oct. 3 to give staff time to grieve, though Klee's remains open. "We kindly ask fo…
School District Pushes For Road Safety After Crossing Guard’s Death In Poughkeepsie School District Pushes For Road Safety After Crossing Guard’s Death In Poughkeepsie
School District Pushes For Road Safety After Crossing Guard’s Death In Poughkeepsie Following the tragic death of a beloved Dutchess County crossing guard, city and school officials met to discuss safety changes along the busy roadway where he was struck only one day away from celebrating his 36th anniversary with his wife. James Montanino, 72, was fatally hit by a car Monday morning, Sept. 29, while helping children cross at 372 Church St. near Smith Elementary School in Poughkeepsie, as Daily Voice previously reported.  Police said the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. No alcohol or drugs are suspected, and the crash is being t…
Asthma Turned Out To Be Cancer: Woodland Park Mourns Astounding Loss Of Alexander Billson Asthma Turned Out To Be Cancer: Woodland Park Mourns Astounding Loss Of Alexander Billson
Asthma Turned Out To Be Cancer: Woodland Park Mourns Astounding Loss Of Alexander Billson One day, doctors thought it was asthma and a sinus infection. Two days later, 13-year-old Alexander Billson collapsed on the kitchen floor of his New Jersey home. And within 72 hours, he was gone. The Woodland Park eighth grader was removed from life support Monday, Sept. 29, just one day after doctors discovered a hidden cancerous tumor in his neck or chest, according to Facebook posts from his mother, Maria. Monday evening, she announced that the family would be removing him from life support. She said she washed and brushed his signature long, brown hair, braided it, and then cut it to b…
National Centenarian’s Day: PA Residents 100+ Share Secrets To A Long, Happy Life National Centenarian’s Day: PA Residents 100+ Share Secrets To A Long, Happy Life
National Centenarian’s Day: PA Residents 100+ Share Secrets To A Long, Happy Life National Centenarian’s Day, celebrated each year on September 22, shines a spotlight on those who have reached 100 years of age and beyond. The day is about more than age — it’s about honoring achievements, resilience, and the wisdom of those who have lived through a century of change. Across the Northeast, centenarians are sharing their stories and reminding younger generations of what it takes not just to live long, but to live well. A Librarian’s Motto At 104 Caroline Emplit, 104, worked as a librarian at Amosland Elementary in Pennsylvania’s Ridley School District until she was 96. Her …
NJ Little League Coach Dies Week After Cancer Diagnosis NJ Little League Coach Dies Week After Cancer Diagnosis
NJ Little League Coach Dies Week After Cancer Diagnosis A New Jersey community is mourning the loss of a father, coach, and mentor who died just days after a sudden cancer diagnosis. Christopher (Chris) Woolis, 47, of Elmwood Park, was diagnosed with cancer on Tuesday, Sept. 9, and passed away only seven days later, on Tuesday, Sept. 16, according to Elmwood Park Little League President Steven Kochlick. “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our dear friend and Vice President of Elmwood Park Little League, Chris Woolis,” Kochlick wrote in a statement to the community. “Chris served on the Board for …
3 Officers Killed, 2 Injured Identified In York County Shooting; Gunman Matthew James Ruth Dead 3 Officers Killed, 2 Injured Identified In York County Shooting; Gunman Matthew James Ruth Dead
3 Officers Killed, 2 Injured Identified In York County Shooting; Gunman Matthew James Ruth Dead The three Northern York County Regional Police Department detectives killed in a York County ambush have been formally identified, Pennsylvania State Police announced during a Thursday, Sept. 18 press conference. Two other officers were wounded, and the gunman, 24-year-old Matthew James Ruth, was killed. The detectives killed in the line of duty have been identified as Cody Beaker, Mark Baker, and Isaiah Emenheiser. Another Northern York detective and a York County Sheriff’s deputy remain hospitalized. The confrontation lasted just two minutes and 16 seconds from the time Ruth opened fire t…
Former Teaneck Police Chief Glenn O'Reilly Dies Suddenly Former Teaneck Police Chief Glenn O'Reilly Dies Suddenly
Former Teaneck Police Chief Glenn O'Reilly Dies Suddenly Former Teaneck Police Chief Glenn O'Reilly died suddenly on Wednesday, Sept. 17, Mayor Mark Schwartz confirmed. The cause of death was unknown as of press time, the mayor said. The former chief retired in 2023 after more than 30 years of service. His father, Gene O'Reilly Jr., was also a Teaneck police officer. He died in February 2024. "Chief O'Reilly was a fierce defender of his residents and we will miss his compassion that he had towards the job and the township," Schwartz said. "This is a very sad day for Teaneck," Teaneck Councilman Michael Pagan said. "We are all so heartbroke…
Swing, Smash, Boom! Exploding Golf Balls Launch Indoor Simulator's Debut In Port Chester Swing, Smash, Boom! Exploding Golf Balls Launch Indoor Simulator's Debut In Port Chester
Swing, Smash, Boom! Exploding Golf Balls Launch Indoor Simulator's Debut In Port Chester A new indoor golf and nightlife destination in Westchester made a dramatic debut — with exploding golf balls.  Five Iron Golf officially celebrated the grand opening of its Port Chester location on Thursday, Sept. 11, with a lively ribbon-cutting ceremony and a ceremonial “swing off” featuring golf balls that exploded on impact, according to the company.  Local leaders, including Port Chester Mayor Luis A. Marino, joined the event to mark the milestone. Located inside the new Abendroth Downtown development at 179 North Main St., the 7,700-square-foot venue features 10 state-of-th…
'The Love of My Life': Shrewsbury Man Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Caring Dad 'The Love of My Life': Shrewsbury Man Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Caring Dad
'The Love of My Life': Shrewsbury Man Killed In Graffiti Confrontation Mourned As Caring Dad A Massachusetts father of three who police say was shot and killed after confronting a man over graffiti was set to be married later this month. The man charged with attacking him is now facing a murder charge. Authorities said 26-year-old Snehal Srivastava fatally shot 56-year-old Kevin Doherty during an encounter at Jordan Pond on Aug. 28. Doherty, who had just walked his 6-year-old son to Coolidge Elementary School, called 911 just after 8:45 a.m. to report he was being attacked. Dispatchers then heard gunfire and Doherty’s last words: “He shot me,” according to authorities. Doherty’s fi…
EXCLUSIVE: 104-Year-Old Delco Woman Shares Longevity Secrets — ‘Get Up And Get Busy’ EXCLUSIVE: 104-Year-Old Delco Woman Shares Longevity Secrets — ‘Get Up And Get Busy’
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 …