Murder-Suicide Dashed NY Nurse’s Big Dreams After She ‘Dedicated Her Life’ To Others: Family Murder-Suicide Dashed NY Nurse’s Big Dreams After She ‘Dedicated Her Life’ To Others: Family
Murder-Suicide Dashed NY Nurse’s Big Dreams After She ‘Dedicated Her Life’ To Others: Family The New York woman killed by her husband in a murder-suicide last week was a dedicated nurse who aspired to open her own practice. Gabrielle “Gabby” Forman, 30, was “a deeply loved daughter, sister, family member, godmother, and friend whose presence touched countless lives,” Dr. Angelia Major wrote in a GoFundMe for Forman’s family. “Gabby dedicated her life to caring for others,” Major wrote. “Her loss has left an immeasurable space in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved her.” Jadet Forman, Gabby’s 37-year-old husband, shot and killed her on Tuesday, Aug. 18 at their apartment in C…
Woman Shoved To Ground In Controversial Golf Ad: Young Exec's Company Blasted By PGA Tour CEO Woman Shoved To Ground In Controversial Golf Ad: Young Exec's Company Blasted By PGA Tour CEO
Woman Shoved To Ground In Controversial Golf Ad: Young Exec's Company Blasted By PGA Tour CEO A golf ad showing a man chasing and shoving a woman to the ground has Callaway Golf and Good Good Golf apologizing, and the PGA Tour questioning whether the response went far enough (scroll down to watch). The since-deleted online commercial was produced by Good Good to promote a co-branded Callaway driver and was approved by Callaway before it was posted, Callaway CEO Chip Brewer said. The ad featured Good Good co-founder Garrett Clark, 26, and Alexis Miestowski, 26, a former collegiate golfer who now works with Good Good. Miestowski was shown reaching for the driver in Clark's golf bag be…
Tim Curry Dies: ‘Rocky Horror,’ ‘Clue’ Star Built Unforgettable Career Tim Curry Dies: ‘Rocky Horror,’ ‘Clue’ Star Built Unforgettable Career
Tim Curry Dies: ‘Rocky Horror,’ ‘Clue’ Star Built Unforgettable Career A performer whose unmistakable voice, wicked humor, and larger-than-life characters spanned stage, screen, and animation has died. British actor and singer Tim Curry died late Tuesday, Aug. 25, at his Los Angeles home, TMZ first reported. He was 80. Police were called to the home late Tuesday, and no foul play was suspected, according to TMZ, which first reported the news. No official cause of death had been announced as of Wednesday, Aug. 26. Curry became a cultural icon as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” after originating the role onstage. Hi…
Police K9 Dies After Years Serving Hudson Valley Community: 'Will Not Be Forgotten' Police K9 Dies After Years Serving Hudson Valley Community: 'Will Not Be Forgotten'
Police K9 Dies After Years Serving Hudson Valley Community: 'Will Not Be Forgotten' A police department in Orange County is mourning the loss of one of its four-legged members.  The Town of Wallkill Police Department announced the death of K-9 Bane on Wednesday, Aug. 26. The department did not disclose Bane's age or how he died. Bane served alongside his handler and partner, Police Officer Madison Warner, and was remembered by the department for his dedication, courage, and loyalty. "More than a police canine, Bane was a trusted partner, protector, and valued member of the Town of Wallkill Police Department family," the department said. Police added that the r…
Rockland Mom Dies After 12-Year Cancer Battle, Leaving Husband, 2 Children Rockland Mom Dies After 12-Year Cancer Battle, Leaving Husband, 2 Children
Rockland Mom Dies After 12-Year Cancer Battle, Leaving Husband, 2 Children A Rockland County community is rallying around a family after a well-known mother of two died following a more than 12-year battle with cancer.  Orangetown resident Jamie O'Connell died on Tuesday, Aug. 25, after battling cancer for 12 and a half years, according to her loved ones.  O'Connell was remembered as a devoted mother to her two children, Kensie and Kellan, and a loving wife to her husband, Kevin.   "Her love for her family was immeasurable and was at the very center of everything she did," wrote Emily Heim, who started a GoFundMe page to raise money for h…
Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities
Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities A Long Island man was arrested after his dog was found infested with flies and suffering from open wounds, authorities said. Cecilio Matthews, 50, of Bellport, was charged with several counts of animal cruelty under state and county laws, the Suffolk County SPCA said Wednesday, Aug. 26. Investigators determined earlier in the month that Matthews had failed to care for his 10-year-old mutt, Seven, leaving the dog neglected in a yard, according to the SPCA. Seven was found underweight, infested with flies, and with open wounds to his ears and neck, the SPCA said. He was taken to a local anim…
NY Judge Should Be Removed Over Retaliatory Lawsuit After Mask Policy Argument: Commission NY Judge Should Be Removed Over Retaliatory Lawsuit After Mask Policy Argument: Commission
NY Judge Should Be Removed Over Retaliatory Lawsuit After Mask Policy Argument: Commission A Dutchess County city judge should be removed from the bench after retaliating against a woman who filed a judicial misconduct complaint against him following his refusal to put a mask on at a doctor's office, a state commission has determined.  The New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct ordered the removal of Poughkeepsie City Court Judge Frank M. Mora in a determination dated Friday, Aug. 21.  Mora, an attorney since 1997 who has served on the court since 2011, has a term that runs through the end of 2030.  The Commission said the case stemmed from a December 2021 …
Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know
Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know An 8-year-old girl has died after a devastating illness linked to a summertime family outing. Lillian Smart of the city of Ruston in north-central Louisiana died Saturday, Aug. 22, after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a rare organism commonly known as the “brain-eating” amoeba, according to her family and multiple reports.  “The injuries to her brain were too severe for her little body to recover from,” the family wrote in a post on Facebook. “Everyone did everything they could to keep her here. We are heartbroken and honestly do not know what to do next. How do we put one foot in fron…
'M*A*S*H'  Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies 'M*A*S*H'  Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies
'M*A*S*H' Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies Mike Farrell is sharing a deeply personal tribute after losing his wife and partner of more than four decades. The 87-year-old “M*A*S*H” star spoke out following the death of actress and singer Shelley Fabares, who died Saturday, Aug. 22, in Los Angeles at age 82. She was surrounded by loved ones. Farrell joined Fabares’ family in announcing her death Monday, Aug. 24, while remembering the woman whose television and film career spanned decades. “We are heartbroken by her loss, yet profoundly grateful for the years we shared with her and for the joy, compassion, and love she brought to so m…
Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong' Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong'
Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong' A Halloween item aimed at children has disappeared from a major retailer’s shelves after a wave of criticism prompted an unusually blunt corporate apology. Target acknowledged Monday, Aug. 24, that it had removed a children’s clown costume after critics said its appearance evoked racist minstrel-show imagery. “As a company, we know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry," Target said in a statement. "The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our assortment. It is no longer available for sale.  "We know this is especially hurtful for our Black guests, team members…
Rutgers Dean Placed On Leave Following  'Disturbing' Upskirt Accusation, University Says Rutgers Dean Placed On Leave Following  'Disturbing' Upskirt Accusation, University Says
Rutgers Dean Placed On Leave Following 'Disturbing' Upskirt Accusation, University Says A Rutgers University dean has been placed on leave amid accusations he surreptitiously took recorded "upskirt" videos while working at the school, university officials said. Joshua Kohut, 51, of Cranbury, dean of research at Rutgers' School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, was arrested and charged with fourth-degree invasion of privacy, New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Criminal Justice announced. “The defendant is alleged to have used his mobile phone to record ‘upskirt’ videos without his victim’s knowledge,” Davenport said. “An invasion of privac…
Cause Of Death Revealed For American Legend, Worldwide Superstar Dolly Parton Cause Of Death Revealed For American Legend, Worldwide Superstar Dolly Parton
Cause Of Death Revealed For American Legend, Worldwide Superstar Dolly Parton New details have emerged about what claimed the life of one of America’s most beloved entertainment figures. Dolly Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, after a brief battle with cancer, her representatives confirmed, according to People. The country music legend was 80. Parton died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by loved ones. Her nephew Bryan Seaver had announced her death earlier Tuesday in a video posted to Parton’s Instagram account, but the initial announcement did not identify a cause. View this post on Instagram Parton had dea…