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Pope Leo XIV Casts US Midterm Election Vote In Historic First
Pope Leo XIV has voted in the 2026 midterm elections after the US-born leader of the Catholic Church publicly denounced some of President Donald Trump's policies. The Vatican confirmed on Friday, Oct. 30, that the pope submitted a mail-in ballot in Illinois ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The 71-year-old pontiff, born Robert Francis Prevost, remains a registered voter in his home state despite living at the Vatican. Leo is the first known sitting pope to cast a vote in a US election. "Pope Leo XIV has exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen, whenever he was el…
Hartford, CT
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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List
A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…
Chappaqua, NY
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Longtime High School Basketball, Football Coach In Chappaqua Battling Stage 4 Brain Cancer
A longtime Northern Westchester high school coach who spent more than three decades helping young athletes is now facing a devastating battle with terminal brain cancer, prompting his family to seek help. Dave Fernandes, known to generations of Horace Greeley High School athletes in Chappaqua as "Coach Dave," was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in September 2026, according to a GoFundMe fundraiser launched by his daughter, Kayle Fernandes, on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The diagnosis came suddenly, and his health has declined rapidly, his daughter said. Fernandes spent more than 30 y…
Ephrata, PA
Breaking News
Ephrata Hospital Worker Struck In Face By Woman: Police
A woman struck a health care worker in the face at a Pennsylvania hospital, police announced on Monday, Oct. 26. Tataityanna Mati Harris, 23, of Harrisburg was arrested following the assault at WellSpan Hospital, 169 Martin Avenue in Ephrata Borough, police said. Officers responded at 11:17 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, after the assault was reported. They interviewed the health care worker and reviewed hospital security footage, which showed Harris striking the worker in the face, according to the Ephrata Police Department. Harris was charged with one count of second-degree felony aggravated assa…
Westwood, MA
Breaking News
RFK's Westwood Granddaughter Kyle Kennedy Dead At 42
A member of one of America's most prominent political families has died at her Massachusetts home. Kyle Francis Kennedy died at her home in Westwood, surrounded by family, on Sept. 21, according to her obituary on the Burke Funeral Home website. She was 42 years old. Kyle was one of 34 grandchildren of Sen. Robert F. “Bobby” Kennedy, brother of John F. Kennedy, and Ethel Kennedy. Her parents were Michael Kennedy and Victoria Denise Gifford. She is survived by her children, Conor and Declan, and her siblings. Her daughter Josephine died shortly after birth. Kyle is…
Newtown-Upper Makefield, PA
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New Jefferson Health Practice Offers Primary Care,
Ob-gyn
Services
A new Jefferson Health practice is offering primary care and obstetrical and gynecologic services at 2700 S. Eagle Road following its opening in September. The Jefferson Primary & Specialty Care – Newtown location brings several medical services together, including routine checkups, preventive care, and treatment for a wide range of health conditions. According to Jefferson Health, primary care clinicians treat patients with conditions such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, upper respiratory infections, and more. They also provide vaccinations, physical examinations, guidance o…
National Interest
Cyclospora Outbreak Findings Released: What Investigators Discovered
Federal investigators have uncovered new evidence in a Cyclospora outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000 people, but a key question remains unanswered. The Food and Drug Administration said Friday, Oct. 2, that two environmental samples tested positive for the parasite during its investigation into recalled iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico. One came from a tank holding outgoing wastewater from the company’s processing facility. The other came from a drainage ditch at a lettuce grower identified through the agency’s traceback investigation. The findings strengthen the link between …
Camden, NJ
Breaking News
Camden Nurse's Aide Admits To Spraying Paralyzed Elderly Woman With Bleach: AG
A 37-year-old Camden woman pleaded guilty to spraying a paralyzed elderly woman with bleach while working as a nurse's aid, authorities announced Thursday, Sept. 16. Simone Goldsboro pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and assault upon an institutionalized elderly person, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said. Per the terms of a plea agreement, she will be sentenced to 364 days in jail and must permanently forfeit her nurse's aide license, Davenport said. On Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, Goldsboro was taking care of an elderly woman who was paralyzed on one side of her body from a stroke at …
Pasadena-Lake Shore, MD
Breaking News
$38K On Credit Cards Gets Pasadena Mom Home After Truck Hits Her During Cruise Stop In Mexico
Getting Nicole Queen home was only the beginning. The Pasadena mom was back home in Maryland on Monday, four days after a truck struck the scooter she was riding during a cruise stop in Cozumel, Mexico, leaving her with a broken back and her right arm fractured in two places. Her homecoming came at a steep price. GoFundMe Queen's mother and aunt put a $38,000 medical flight to Baltimore on their credit cards after insurance would not cover the trip, according to a GoFundMe launched by her brother, Theo Queen. GoFundMe Queen had been rushed to Costamed in Cozumel following the Thu…
National Interest
Fox News Personality Reveals Reason Behind Sudden Absence
A familiar face on Fox News has been missing from the air, and viewers now know why. “Fox & Friends” co-host Lawrence Jones, 33, said Thursday morning, Aug. 20, that he underwent another eye operation after suffering a detached retina tied to an old sports injury. Jones explained the situation in a post on X after viewers noticed his absence from the network. “I’ve been open about my eye surgery due to a retinal tear," he wrote. "However, I later discovered that this was caused by a childhood sports injury. Regrettably, I’ve sustained another retina detachment, which is common after th…
Annapolis, MD
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Luminis Health Hospitals Earn U.S. News Recognition In Maryland
Two Luminis Health hospitals have been recognized in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. According to Luminis Health, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center ranked No. 6 in Maryland and the Baltimore Region. The Annapolis hospital was also rated High Performing in seven procedures and conditions: Colon Cancer Surgery, Heart Failure, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pacemaker Implantation, and Prostate Cancer Surgery. “This recognition from U.S. News & World Report is a testament to the extraordinary dedication of our care teams an…
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Vassar Brothers Medical Center Earns National Nursing Recognition
Vassar Brothers Medical Center has received a national nursing designation recognizing its commitment to nursing excellence, quality outcomes, professional empowerment, and a supportive practice environment. The American Nurses Credentialing Center awarded the hospital its Pathway to Excellence designation, according to Northwell Health. The credential recognizes health care organizations where nurses are supported, engaged, and positioned to provide high-quality care. At Vassar Brothers, the nursing environment includes shared decision-making, professional development opportunities, a…
Middletown-Wallkill, NY
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Wallkill Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help
A Hudson Valley father of five is hospitalized after suffering a massive heart attack that required emergency surgery — and his family is asking for help as they face the uncertain road ahead. Wallkill resident Joseph Duprey suffered the heart attack on Friday, July 31, and was rushed to Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, according to his wife, Rosa Duprey. Because of the severity of his condition, Joseph underwent emergency surgery, but his condition continued to worsen during the procedure, his wife said. He was then transferred to Westchester Medical Center for more adv…
National Interest
Explosive Diarrhea Illnesses Spread To 45 States: What To Know Now
A surge in an intestinal illness that can cause explosive diarrhea lasting for weeks has spread across most of the country, and confirmed cases may reveal only part of its reach. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in a surveillance update dated Tuesday, July 28, that 6,707 laboratory-confirmed domestic cases of cyclosporiasis had been recorded across 45 states. The cases were reported from Friday, May 1, through Monday, July 27. At least 423 patients have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. The only states not reporting cases are Maine, South Carolina, Ne…
National Interest
Parasite Outbreak May Be Wider, CDC Says In New Warning
The scale of a fast-moving foodborne illness threat is coming into sharper focus, and confirmed cases may show only part of the problem. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday, July 24, that a Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce had expanded from five states to nine. At least 1,947 illnesses and 98 hospitalizations have been reported. No deaths have been recorded. Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania were added to Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The CDC warned that the outbreak may not be limited to those states. The true numb…
Northport-East Northport, NY
Breaking News
Northport Mom Dies From Breast Cancer At 31, Fundraiser Launched For Family
A Long Island mother has died from breast cancer after a three-year battle with the disease. Dana Kropp, of Northport, died Monday, July 13 at age 31, according to online accounts of her fight. A fundraiser launched for her husband and young daughter had raised more than $120,000 by Friday, July 17. “Dana was a devoted wife, an incredible mother to her precious daughter, Ella, and a cherished family member and friend to so many,” organizers wrote in a GoFundMe. “She faced every challenge with remarkable strength, unwavering faith, and endless love for her family.” Kropp was diagnosed with …
National Interest
Intense Diarrhea Outbreak Cases Surge: 3 Things To Know Before Eating Fresh Produce
A fast-growing summer health threat is forcing families to rethink what happens between the grocery bag and the dinner plate. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Wednesday, July 15, that 1,645 confirmed domestic cases of cyclosporiasis had been identified across 34 states. The total is nearly double the 843 confirmed cases reported five days earlier. The CDC is also reviewing more than 5,100 reports to determine whether they qualify as domestically acquired cases, according to its updated surveillance page. The outbreak had hospitalized 141 people as of Monday, July …
Port Jefferson, NY
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Mather Hospital Nationally Recognized For Stroke Care
Mather Hospital has received national recognition from the American Heart Association for its stroke care. According to Mather Hospital, it earned the Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for applying national treatment standards for stroke patients. Stroke is the No. 4 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, according to the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Report. A stroke occurs when a clot blocks a blood vessel supplying the brain, or when a vessel ruptures. That cuts off blood and oxyge…
Mount Pleasant, NY
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Nymc
Golf Outing Raises $200K For Scholarships
New York Medical College raised more than $200,000 during its sixth annual Golf Tournament and Reception in Westchester. The Valhalla-based college hosted the event Monday, June 15, at The Saint Andrew’s Golf Club in Hastings-on-Hudson. According to New York Medical College, the outing drew 150 guests, including NYMC leadership, friends, supporters, and Westchester community members, for golf, networking, and fundraising before a dinner reception and awards ceremony. The event was sponsored by the NYMC Board of Advisors. “The funds raised will go a long way toward shaping the next generat…
National Interest
After Months Missing From Congress, Trump Says: 'Vote For Tom Kean'
President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr., despite the Republican lawmaker's months-long absence from his job. Kean was last seen on Thursday, March 5 and the lawmaker has missed more than 100 votes in Congress, with no one publicly saying where he is or why he has been out for so long. His office has said he has been dealing with a medical issue. Still, Kean, who was first elected to the seat in 2022, is seeking re-election while running unopposed in the Republican primary on Tuesday, June 2. Trump announced his endorsement of Kean in a T…
Centreville, VA
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Centreville Father Losing Strength To Rare Disease As Family Fights To Keep Home Safe
A Virginia father and military veteran is facing a life that is changing faster than his body can keep up with, as a rare muscle disease slowly takes away the strength he once relied on every day. Centreville resident Marshall Eckert now faces an uncertain future as he manages Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive condition that weakens the muscles in his hips, legs, shoulders, and arms over time. For Eckert, the shift has been steady — and unforgiving. “What used to be automatic movements now require planning, energy, and often assistance,” his wife, Jallene Eckert, said. Tasks m…
Eldersburg, MD
Obituaries
‘I Love You
More
’: Eldersburg Wife Shares Details Of Final Call Before Husband’s Sudden Death
A Maryland woman says her real-life fairytale came to a sudden and heartbreaking end after losing her husband of 30 years, minutes after their final conversation. “Fairytales are supposed to be ‘happily ever after’ and always have happy endings, but sadly two weeks ago mine came to a very unexpected and shocking end,” Sue Anders wrote in a touching tribute. Her husband, Kerry Anders, of Eldersburg, died unexpectedly on Sunday, March 22, after a medical emergency at Carroll Hospital. He was two months shy of his 76th birthday. In the moments before his death, the couple shared what w…
Englewood, NJ
Breaking News
Pit Bull Abandoned In Filthy Englewood Basement Now Desperate For Home
A 7-year-old pit bull named Prince is looking for a home after being found abandoned in a filthy basement in Englewood, shelter officials said. Prince was discovered living in a basement filled with dog feces before being brought to a shelter on Dec. 10, according to Bergen County Animal Shelter Manager Meg Tedeschi. The dog had been left without proper care, leading to serious health issues, including chronic ear problems that had gone untreated, Tedeschi said. When he arrived at the shelter, Prince also had a large growth in his ear that required attention. Prince has ear problems c…
National Interest
Janitor Returns To Yale New Haven Hospital As Doctor
A janitor at Yale New Haven Hospital is now set to return as a doctor, marking a powerful full-circle moment for a New Haven woman whose story is gaining national attention. Earlier this month, Shay Taylor learned she matched for residency at Yale New Haven Hospital, where she once worked cleaning patient rooms and offices. She went on Today on Tuesday, March 6, to talk about her time View this post on Instagram Taylor, now 32, grew up in New Haven and graduated in the top 10 percent of her class at Wilbur Cross High School. But after gr…
Poughkeepsie, NY
Breaking News
Dutchess Exec Serino Fractures Wrist In Fall On Icy Steps: ‘You Shoulda Seen The Other Guy’
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino is back at work after taking a fall that left her with a fractured wrist. Serino shared in a social media post on Tuesday, March 24, that she slipped on icy steps while heading to a women’s event in Albany the day before. "I managed to take a very public tumble on some icy steps right in front of about 50 people," she wrote, adding that she injured her knees and fractured her wrist in the fall. Despite initially trying to push through and attend the event, Serino said the pain ultimately forced her to seek medical attention. She drove h…
National Interest
Sea Cliff Ex-News 12 Reporter Pleads For Living Liver Donor As Illness Worsens
A former News 12 reporter on Long Island is desperately seeking a living liver donor to help her fight an autoimmune disease. Amy McGorry, 56, of Sea Cliff, has battled two conditions that can cause permanent damage to the liver for most of her life: autoimmune hepatitis and primary biliary cholangitis, also known as PBC, according to News 12. But her condition has recently worsened, causing internal bleeding and sudden fainting issues. “I really need to find a match, and I really need your help,” McGorry said through tears in an Instagram video. “I never really wanted to talk about it, bu…
Hartford, CT
On Your Side
CT Prescription Buyers Could See Refunds In $17.9M Drug Price-Fixing Settlement
Two drug companies are paying nearly $18 million after millions of Americans may have spent more than they should have for everyday generic medications for a decade. Lannett Company Inc. and Bausch Health agreed to a $17.85 million settlement, several state attorneys general announced on Monday, Feb. 2. The generic drugmakers were accused of inflating prices and limiting competition for widely used prescriptions sold nationwide between May 2009 and December 2019. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong said Lannett and Bausch's scheme cost families and public health pr…
Hartford, CT
On Your Side
These Careers Rank Among Best In 2026, New Study Finds: Here's Why
Careers in health care and tech will be among the best jobs in 2026 as workers navigate a slumping labor market, according to a new study. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 rankings of the nation's best jobs on Tuesday, Jan. 13. Nurse practitioners took the top overall spot for the third straight year. The annual rankings evaluate jobs across 17 categories, focusing on what matters most to workers navigating a competitive and uncertain job market. U.S. News weighed several key factors, including job growth potential, work-life balance, safety and stability, unemp…
New Windsor, NY
Breaking News
$3.5M Medicaid Fraud: New Windsor Couple, Third Suspect, 2 Companies Indicted In Scheme
Three people, including a couple and an Ulster County man, and two corporations have now been indicted in what prosecutors say is the largest Medicaid fraud case ever prosecuted in Orange County. Rohail Raja and his wife, Sharma Alam, both 45 and from New Windsor, were arraigned on Monday, Nov. 10, on charges of first-degree grand larceny and fourth-degree conspiracy, accused of stealing more than $3.5 million in Medicaid funds through fraudulent billing, Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced on Tuesday, Nov. 18. The couple, who were arrested in late October as…
National Interest
Trump Pardons Suffern Man Convicted In $38M Nursing Home Tax Fraud Scheme
A former nursing home operator and Rockland County resident who was sentenced to prison for a massive federal tax fraud scheme tied to dozens of facilities he once controlled nationwide has received a full and unconditional pardon from President Donald Trump. The pardon, signed on Friday, Nov. 14, grants clemency to Suffern man Joseph Schwartz, who was sentenced in April 2025 to 36 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to pay more than $38 million in employment taxes withheld from workers across his nursing home network and for failing to file required fed…
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Sun River Health Launches Annual Pediatric Holiday Drive for Children in Need
Sun River Health, a leading network of federally qualified community health centers, announces the kick-off of its annual Pediatric Holiday Toy Drive, spearheaded by the Sun River Health Ambassadors. This year’s campaign aims to provide not just holiday cheer, but also essential comfort to the thousands of children and families the organization serves across the Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island. The drive seeks donations to bring joy and much-needed warmth to children in the community, providing both age-appropriate toys and essential necessities like warm coats, cozy blankets, …
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