Man Killed By Metro-North New Haven Line Train Was 'Lifelong Sports Fan,' Writer Man Killed By Metro-North New Haven Line Train Was 'Lifelong Sports Fan,' Writer
Man Killed By Metro-North New Haven Line Train Was 'Lifelong Sports Fan,' Writer A man who was fatally struck by a Metro-North train in Westchester is being remembered for his successful career in sports media and his passion for helping those less fortunate than him.  Longtime Harrison resident John Styczynski died on Thursday, April 6 at the age of 57 after being hit by a New Haven Line train near the Harrison station around 1:20 p.m. Earlier Report - ID Released For Man Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train In Harrison According to his obituary, Styczynski was a "lifelong sports fan" who was defined by his passion for basketball, football, and raci…
'Just A Wonderful Person': Popular Sportscaster Rick Wolff Dies 'Just A Wonderful Person': Popular Sportscaster Rick Wolff Dies
'Just A Wonderful Person': Popular Sportscaster Rick Wolff Dies A beloved sports radio host from Northern Westchester who made numerous appearances on national television and enjoyed a successful career in book publishing is being remembered for his sharp nature and dedication to fulfilling his dreams.  Sportscaster, author, editor, and Armonk resident Rick Wolff died on Monday, April 10 at age 71 after a brief battle with brain cancer, his family announced on his blog.  Wolff was known for hosting his popular weekly radio show "The Sports Edge," which aired on New York City-based WFAN Sports Radio and often focused on youth sports. …
Beloved Former State Rep Known For Wearing Cowboy Hat At CT Capitol Building Dies Beloved Former State Rep Known For Wearing Cowboy Hat At CT Capitol Building Dies
Beloved Former State Rep Known For Wearing Cowboy Hat At CT Capitol Building Dies A former Connecticut state representative and Army veteran who was known for always wearing his cowboy hat and boots at the Capitol Building has died.  Stafford Springs resident John Mordasky died on Saturday, April 1 at the age of 97, according to his obituary.  Born and raised in Stafford, Mordasky, a Democrat, represented Connecticut's 52nd District for 22 years while simultaneously making sure he had the time to milk his cows twice a day, his obituary said.  During his political career, Mordasky served on Finance, Revenue, and Bonding Committees, and also event…
Former Westport Schools Guidance Counselor Robert W. Hanf, 79, Was Devoted To Family Former Westport Schools Guidance Counselor Robert W. Hanf, 79, Was Devoted To Family
Former Westport Schools Guidance Counselor Robert W. Hanf, 79, Was Devoted To Family It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Robert W Hanf, fondly known as Bob, on March 22, 2023 at the age of 79. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Kathleen Anne Dutney, and his parents, Gertrude and Walter Hanf. Bob Hanf was born on November 18, 1943 in Cambridge and raised in Belmont, Massachusetts, where he attended Belmont High School and graduated with the class of 1961. He went on to earn a liberal arts degree from Harvard College (1965) and a master’s degree in guidance at Harvard Graduate School of Education (1966).  After graduating, he moved to Westport where …
CT 10-Year-Old Dies After Serious Illness: 'Had Many Adventures' CT 10-Year-Old Dies After Serious Illness: 'Had Many Adventures'
CT 10-Year-Old Dies After Serious Illness: 'Had Many Adventures' Friends and family members are remembering a 10-year-old boy from Connecticut who lived a life full of adventure and fun despite his battle with a serious illness.  New London County resident Jeremy Amberg, who lived in Lebanon and was born in Willimantic, died on Saturday, March 18 at the age of 10 after a severe illness, according to his obituary.  Although his life was short, it was certainly spent well, as Amberg went on many fun trips to places such as Disney World, Universal Studios, and Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. He also spent much time enjoying outings with his fam…
Friends 'Heartbroken, In Shock' Over Death Of CT Woman, Boyfriend In Crash Friends 'Heartbroken, In Shock' Over Death Of CT Woman, Boyfriend In Crash
Friends 'Heartbroken, In Shock' Over Death Of CT Woman, Boyfriend In Crash Peers are lamenting after of a couple that recently graduated from the same college in Rhode Island died in rollover crash in Eastern Massachusetts this weekend.  Haley Gens and Joshua "Josh" Taylor, both age 23, were killed in the single-vehicle crash that happened in Middlesex County near 717 Highland Street in Holliston on Saturday night, March 18, Holliston Police report.  Connecticut resident Gens, of the town of Avon in Hartford County, participated in cross country at Bryant University while Taylor, a resident of Holliston, was a member of the Ultimate Frisbee team, as previously r…
Support Pours In For Family Of 5 Young People From CT Killed In Crash Support Pours In For Family Of 5 Young People From CT Killed In Crash
Support Pours In For Family Of 5 Young People From CT Killed In Crash In the wake of a horrific SUV crash that took the lives of five young people, support is pouring in to help pay for the funerals of those lost. The children were all killed in a single-vehicle crash in Westchester County around 12:20 a.m. on Sunday, March 19 on the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway in Scarsdale. The crash killed four boys and one girl from Derby, Connecticut, located near New Haven, officials said. The victims ranged in age from 8 to 17.  A 9-year-old, the only survivor, managed to escape out a shattered back window with non-life-threatening injuries. Earlier rep…
Yale Graduate Lance Reddick, Star Of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Dies At 60 Yale Graduate Lance Reddick, Star Of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Dies At 60
Yale Graduate Lance Reddick, Star Of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Dies At 60 Best known for portraying a hard-nosed police lieutenant on "The Wire," Yale University graduate Lance Reddick has reportedly died at age 60. Multiple outlets reported on Friday, March 17 that the "John Wick" star died from natural causes days after he was forced to pull out of the New York City premiere of the latest film from the franchise during a press tour.  His body was reportedly found in his Studio City home in California. Reddick is a well-known character actor with a stable of credits, but surprisingly, he didn't set out to be an actor. Reddick explained in an interview with th…
Mom Killed, Daughter Hurt In Plane Crash On Long Island Were Fulfilling Lifelong Flying Dream Mom Killed, Daughter Hurt In Plane Crash On Long Island Were Fulfilling Lifelong Flying Dream
Mom Killed, Daughter Hurt In Plane Crash On Long Island Were Fulfilling Lifelong Flying Dream A woman who was killed and a daughter who was injured when a small plane crashed on Long Island were fulfilling a lifelong flying dream. Roma Gupta, age 63, of Whitehouse Station in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, died, while her daughter, Reeva Gupta, age 33, of St. Davids in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, remains in critical condition following the crash in North Lindenhurst on Sunday, March 5. The plane’s pilot, New York City resident Fayzul Chowdhury, 23, of the Bronx, also remains in critical condition at Stony Brook University Hospital.  Earlier report: IDs Released For Woma…
CT Little League Administrator Dies At 49: 'Would Drop What He Was Doing To Help' CT Little League Administrator Dies At 49: 'Would Drop What He Was Doing To Help'
CT Little League Administrator Dies At 49: 'Would Drop What He Was Doing To Help' A Massachusetts native who was heavily involved in the Connecticut State Little League organization has died at the age of 49.  Tolland County resident Everett Demers of Coventry died on Friday, Feb. 17 at the age of 49, according to his obituary.  Born in Worcester in 1974, Demers spent much of his childhood in Daytona Beach, Florida before coming back to New England in his late twenties where he worked for Abel Womack as a forklift manager and customer service manager.  After meeting his wife, Julie, in 2011 and marrying her in 2014, he then relocated to Coventry. It …
'Most Loving Person': Friends Shocked, Angry Over Death Of Woman Killed In CT Crash 'Most Loving Person': Friends Shocked, Angry Over Death Of Woman Killed In CT Crash
'Most Loving Person': Friends Shocked, Angry Over Death Of Woman Killed In CT Crash Friends and family of a 20-year-old Massachusetts woman who died in a hit-and-run crash in Connecticut were stunned and horrified as news of the weekend wreck spread through social media. But there was a common thread amongst most of the posts: they want justice.  Hampden County resident Yaseri Cortes, of Springfield, was killed just before 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19, in Enfield. Connecticut State Police said she was standing in the center southbound lane of I-91 when she was hit. The driver sped away after the crash. No one has been arrested as of Tuesday afternoon.  Related: Police Id…
Beloved Store Owner From Stamford Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life' Beloved Store Owner From Stamford Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life'
Beloved Store Owner From Stamford Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life' A well-known man from Fairfield County who owned a beloved store in Northern Westchester has died.  Stamford resident Joseph DiPietro, Sr. died on Friday, Feb. 10 at the age of 90, according to his obituary. DiPietro, who lived an "extraordinary life," was the owner of Chubby's Hardware in Pound Ridge located at 68 Westchester Ave., which was named after his childhood nickname, his obituary said. Born in 1932, DiPietro worked at Getman and Judd Lumber Co. after high school and eventually rose to the position of General Manager before deciding to take a risk and start his own…