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Congressman Donald Payne, Newark Native Dead At 65
Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. (D-NJ) died on Wednesday, April 24 at the age of 65, weeks after suffering a cardiac episode.
Payne, a Newark native, had served in Congress, representing New Jersey's 10th district since 2012, when he won a special election to fill the seat left vacant when his father, Donald Payne, Sr. died.
A graduate of Kean University, he previously served on the Essex County Board of Freeholders and the Newark Municipal Council and was known for his signature bowtie.
Earlier this month, Payne's office said he suffered a cardiac episode based on complications from di…
Secaucus' Mike's Ice Cream Owner In Grave Condition Sees Surge Of Support
Mike Flaherty, who has run Mike's Ice Cream in Secaucus for more than 40 years, is facing a grave prognosis after battling diabetes.
Flaherty has been in and out of the hospital since last summer, due to medical complications from the diabetes. His health is declining quickly, Amaya Ocasio, who organized a fundraiser along with other employees from Mike's Ice Cream, said.
Hi everyone. As many know, Mike has been in and out of the hospital for months now. He is continuing to fight, but the... Posted by Mike's Ice Cream on Monday, February 19, 2024
The fundraiser, whi…
Izaak Medina, Bloomfield Native, Dies At 44
Izaak Medina died on Saturday, Nov. 11 at the age of 44 after battling diabetes, according to his obituary.
Born and raised in Brooklyn before moving to Bloomfield, where he had a son, Izaak, Jr. with his partner, Lana, his obituary reads. He worked for Showcase Kitchen and Bath and also as a security guard before he opened his own computer technology company, his obituary reads.
The love of my life, my best friend, my sons daddy Izaak Medina very peacefully passed away at 10:29pm last night. I... Posted by Lana Santimone on Saturday, November 11, 2023
Medina is survived by Lana and Iz…
Beloved Beverly Barista Dies Unexpectedly, Remembered As 'Warrior' With Kind Soul
A quirky redhead moved to start her next chapter with her fiancé but her life was cut short soon after.
Rachel-Marie Thomas, who was the longest-tenured employee at What's Brewin' Cafe in Beverly, died unexpectedly, leaving behind her beloved fiancé and their puppy.
To support Thomas's family and honor her life, her former employers at What's Brewin' Cafe created a GoFundMe campaign on Sunday, June 4, and have raised almost $5,000 in only two days, according to the GoFundMe site.
Thomas was described by her fiancé as a warrior. She dealt with various hurdles throughout her life, includ…
Parents Living In Squalor Charged In Death Of Teen, Neglect Of Six Others: Montgomery County PD
Police say that a pair of parents in Montgomery County are facing neglect and murder charges after their teen daughter died in their care living in filth with eight other family members.
Cynthia Moore, 40, and her husband, Dominique Moore, 45, both of Montgomery Village, are in hot water with the law following an investigation into abhorrent living conditions involving a family of 10, according to the Montgomery County Department of Police.
Last May, officers from the 6th District were called to the 9400 block of Quill Place to investigate a working code in progress, officials said
At the …
Covid-19: Repeat Infections Can Be Dangerous, Even Deadly, Brand-New Study Reveals
Repeat COVID-19 infections can be dangerous, even deadly, including for those who have been vaccinated and boosted, according to a brand-new study.
The study by the Washington University School of Medicine and the Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care system found that "repeat SARS-CoV-2 infections contribute significant additional risk of adverse health conditions in multiple organ systems."
The findings, published Thursday, Nov. 10 in Nature Medicine, reported that such outcomes include:
hospitalization;
disorders affecting the lungs, heart, brain, and the body’s blood, mus…
Support Surges For Bucks County Family Who Lost Everything In 'Devastating' House Fire
Support is surging for a Bucks County family who lost everything in a "devastating" house fire.
The Wednesday, April 20 blaze destroyed the Mandic family house, garage, workshop, and large outbuilding in Springfield Township; and left Mickey, his wife, daughter, and son-in-law without a home, according to a GoFundMe.
Mickey Mandic is the sole provider for his family, but his health has forced him to step down.
"I unfortunately had to have two major surgeries on my feet due to infections and diabetes. While being treated for these it was also discovered that I am in kidney failure, and am …
Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet
What is a plant-based diet?
A plant-based diet focuses on whole, minimally processed plant-based foods. It involves limiting animal products and making fruits, vegetables, and plant proteins the star of your plate. It emphasizes nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains, legumes, and beans and limits foods like meat, dairy, and eggs.
Why eat a plant-based diet?
Eating a plant-based diet is associated with many health benefits. Plant-based foods are rich in fiber and antioxidants, free of cholesterol, and low in calories and saturated fat. Eating a variety of these foods provides the essential nutrie…
Missing Suffolk County Man Found Safe, Police Report
Update:
The Suffolk County Police Department said that 75-year-old Narisco Rodriguez, of Copiague, was located unharmed.
Rodriguez was reported missing by his family members on Monday, Oct. 25.
Previous report:
Police have issued a silver alert for a Long Island man who was reported missing by his family.
Narciso Rodriguez, age 75, of Copiague, was last seen leaving 302 Copiague Place at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 25, according to the Suffolk County Police Department.
His family members reported him missing at about 9 p.m. on Monday, SCPD said.
Rodriguez is described as being H…
Missing Suffolk County Man Found Safe, Police Report
Update:
The Suffolk County Police Department said that 75-year-old Narisco Rodriguez, of Copiague, was located unharmed.
Rodriguez was reported missing by his family members on Monday, Oct. 25.
Previous report:
Police have issued a silver alert for a Long Island man who was reported missing by his family.
Narciso Rodriguez, age 75, of Copiague, was last seen leaving 302 Copiague Place at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 25, according to the Suffolk County Police Department.
His family members reported him missing at about 9 p.m. on Monday, SCPD said.
Rodriguez is described as being H…
Most Strokes Are Preventable
What is a stroke?
Your brain needs oxygen to function, and it receives oxygen in the blood. If something like a clot deprives your brain of the oxygen it needs, your brain cells will die, along with the functions they control, such as memory, movement, or speech. This is a stroke.
According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 800,000 people annually. The good news is that up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable. The sooner you receive a diagnosis and begin treatment, the greater a…
Most Strokes Are Preventable
What is a stroke?
Your brain needs oxygen to function, and it receives oxygen in the blood. If something like a clot deprives your brain of the oxygen it needs, your brain cells will die, along with the functions they control, such as memory, movement, or speech. This is a stroke.
According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 800,000 people annually. The good news is that up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable. The sooner you receive a diagnosis and begin treatment, the greater a…
