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School Co-Owner, Sports Official From Hudson Valley Dies At 56 After Cancer Battle
The co-owner of a Putnam County school is being remembered as a coach, sports official, community leader, and devoted father after his death following a battle with a rare and aggressive form of leukemia.
Thomas J. “Tom” Courtney, co-owner of Pine Grove Country Day School in Mahopac, died Sunday, Sept. 6, surrounded by his family, according to his obituary and a tribute from the school. He had turned 56 just days earlier.
Courtney was diagnosed with leukemia in early July, his family said in his obituary. Despite the aggressive disease, those closest to him said he remained optimistic…
PA ‘Predator Catcher’ Stabbed In NY Tim Hortons Brawl Involving Infant: Reports
A Pennsylvania social media influencer who was stabbed while confronting two men he accused of targeting children is now facing charges stemming from the New York brawl, court records show.
Nicholas Attalla, known online as “Niky Sal,” was arrested on Friday, Sept. 4, on charges of third-degree assault, second-degree criminal nuisance, and endangering the welfare of a child.
Attalla, of Erie, was arraigned that day and pleaded not guilty, according to online court records.
The charges stem from a fight inside a Tim Hortons in Jamestown on Dec. 13, 2025, according to WGRZ, Erie News Now, an…
Weeks After Devastating Fire, Spa Reopens At New Location In Westchester: 'Couldn't Give Up'
Following a devastating fire that destroyed everything inside a longtime Westchester County day spa, its owner has reopened the business in a new location.
Bella Maiya Day Spa, which spent 13 years in Briarcliff Manor, is now welcoming clients at 100 S. Highland Ave., Suite A, in Ossining after its former location was gutted by fire in July. The business announced its comeback on Wednesday, Sept. 9, saying it reopened just two and a half weeks after the blaze and will celebrate with a grand reopening event on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 3 p.m.
As Daily Voice previously reported, the fire…
Barry Melrose Dies: Colorful Emmy-Winning Hockey Analyst, Stanley Cup Final Coach
For generations of hockey fans, the unmistakable voice, slicked-back hair, colorful suits, and larger-than-life personality were almost as familiar as the game itself.
Barry Melrose, the former NHL player and coach who became one of ESPN’s signature hockey analysts, died Wednesday, Sept. 9, at age 70 following a battle with Parkinson’s disease, ESPN announced.
“For decades, Barry Melrose was one of the most distinctive and trusted voices in hockey," the network said in a statement. "His knowledge of the game was deep, his candor was refreshing, and his passion was unmistakable.
"He w…
NY Ranked Among 15 Happiest States In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why
The Northeast is home to some of the happiest people in the country, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 Happiest States in America ranking on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The study compared all 50 states across 30 measures of happiness, including depression and suicide rates, work hours, unemployment, income growth, family stability, volunteer rates, and safety.
The personal finance website also looked at how many adults feel active and productive, along with factors like sleep, leisure time, job security, and community support.
"The happiest states are those that provide above-ave…
