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Olive Garden Buys All Of Stamford Girl Scout's Cookies For Disney World Trip Olive Garden Buys All Of Stamford Girl Scout's Cookies For Disney World Trip
Olive Garden Buys All Of Stamford Girl Scout's Cookies For Disney World Trip One Connecticut girl’s dreams came true when her favorite restaurant bought the dozens of boxes of Girl Scout cookies her troop needed to sell to win a trip to Disney World. Good things come in small packages – roughly the size of a Thin Mints box, it seems. When 12-year-old Fairfield County girl Emily Uquillas, of Stamford, sent an Instagram DM to her favorite restaurant, Olive Garden, she was on a deadline. With only days left for her Girl Scout troop to meet their 100-box sales goal, she asked the company if they wanted to help her out. “So you know it’s Girl Scout cookie season an…
$1M Lottery Win: Northbridge Mom Planning Surprise Trip With Her Kids $1M Lottery Win: Northbridge Mom Planning Surprise Trip With Her Kids
$1M Lottery Win: Northbridge Mom Planning Surprise Trip With Her Kids A Worcester County mom had one thing to say after winning $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery: "I'm going to Disney World!" Lisa Smith, of Northbridge, won the seven-figure sum playing the “$2,000,000 50X Cashword” $10 scratch-off game.  She chose to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity. She plans to buy herself a new car and take her two children to Disney World with the cash.  Smith bought the ticket at Cumberland Farms, 2222 Providence Road in Northbridge. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
East Meadow Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit' East Meadow Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit'
East Meadow Mom Who Lost Baby During Cancer Treatment Dies At Age 35; 'Was Tremendous Spirit' Tributes and donations are flooding in following the death of a beloved Long Island mother and wife. Jillian Breslin, originally from East Meadow and living in Astoria, Queens, died Monday, Jan. 29 at the age of 35, her obituary said. Her death followed a “courageous” nine-month battle with triple-negative metastatic breast cancer, according to a GoFundMe created by relatives. Breslin was first diagnosed in May 2023, while five months pregnant with a daughter-to-be, after suffering pains returning from a family trip to Disney World. “Jill went to the hospital for pains that were assumed t…
New Haven Man Accused Of Taking Photos Of Child In Disney Bathroom, Police Say New Haven Man Accused Of Taking Photos Of Child In Disney Bathroom, Police Say
New Haven Man Accused Of Taking Photos Of Child In Disney Bathroom, Police Say A Connecticut man has been accused of voyeurism for allegedly taking photos and video of a 10-year-old boy at Disney World in Florida while in a bathroom. Clayton Snider, age 22, of New Haven, was taken into custody by the Orange County Sheriff's Office in Orlando, Florida on Friday, Oct. 6, according to an arrest affidavit.  The affidavit said deputies responded to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa in reference to an allegation of voyeurism.  Upon arrival, deputies met with the boy and his father before interviewing Snider and finding that he used an iPhone 13 to secr…
$1M Lottery Winner Claims Prize 2 Days Before It Expired In Lowell $1M Lottery Winner Claims Prize 2 Days Before It Expired In Lowell
$1M Lottery Winner Claims Prize 2 Days Before It Expired In Lowell A New Hampshire man going through a pile of Massachusetts lottery tickets happened upon a $1 million winner. Thankfully, he didn't wait any longer because the winning ticket he purchased in Lowell expired two days later.  Justo Rivera of Hudson, NH, was scanning tickets he'd purchased and put away in his basement using the Massachusetts Lottery app when he came across the seven-digit-winning ticket as part of the "10,000,000 Gold" scratch-off lottery game.  He claimed the ticket on Sept. 6. The last day to claim the prize was Sept. 8, the Massachusetts Lottery said.  And, li…
Married Old Bridge Soccer League Execs Used Stolen Funds To Cover Family Disney Trip, Bills: PD Married Old Bridge Soccer League Execs Used Stolen Funds To Cover Family Disney Trip, Bills: PD
Married Old Bridge Soccer League Execs Used Stolen Funds To Cover Family Disney Trip, Bills: PD The former president of a Central Jersey youth soccer league and her husband have been charged with stealing $91,000 from the youth organization, authorities said. A trip to Disney World. An extravagant party for their daughter. Amazon purchases. These were all expenses that Kathleen Murawski and Joseph Murawski paid for using stolen funds from the Old Bridge Soccer League, the Old Bridge Police Department said. Kathleen served as the league's president and Joseph was the league's field director, police said. Following a comprehensive, 6-month investigation, Old Bridge Police Detecti…
Patrick King, 45, Mourned As Pillar Of Prince William County Patrick King, 45, Mourned As Pillar Of Prince William County
Patrick King, 45, Mourned As Pillar Of Prince William County Patrick King, a pillar of the community in Prince William County, died at home alongside his life partner, Rebecca Barnes. He was 45 years old.  In a Facebook post, Barnes said: "The love of my life, Patrick King, passed unexpectedly in his sleep this morning [Wednesday, May 31]. The loss is unspeakable. I will post plans when we have them, but let me share that if he had known this was his last week on earth, he couldn't have planned a much better week.  "Disney World, visits with his brother, close friends, and family, motorcycle riding, drinking around the world at Epcot, stop…
Lebanon 10-Year-Old Dies After Serious Illness: 'Had Many Adventures' Lebanon 10-Year-Old Dies After Serious Illness: 'Had Many Adventures'
Lebanon 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…
The Force Awakens For Stoneham 6th-Grader Granted Disney Getaway The Force Awakens For Stoneham 6th-Grader Granted Disney Getaway
The Force Awakens For Stoneham 6th-Grader Granted Disney Getaway A middle school assembly got a space-age twist when a middle-schooler with Loeys-Dietz Syndrome was surprised with an all-expense-paid trip to Disney World through Make-A-Wish.  Callum Lemanski, a true "Star Wars" fan, was gifted a six-day, five-night stay at Disney World for himself and his family in the assembly-turned-presentation on Friday, Feb. 10 at Stoneham Central Middle School, according to Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island.   Lemanski was born with Loeys-Dietz Syndrome, a critical illness in the connective tissue that causes changes to the heart, blood vessels, bones, joi…
'Best Boss Ever': Hull Restaurant Owner Surprises Staff With Trip To Disney 'Best Boss Ever': Hull Restaurant Owner Surprises Staff With Trip To Disney
'Best Boss Ever': Hull Restaurant Owner Surprises Staff With Trip To Disney If you were to ask the staff at TOAST restaurant in Hull how they feel about their boss, they would say she really knows how to make them feel special. "She is always there for you and if you’re having a bad day," hostess Stevie Ryan told Daily Voice about owner Jessica Travis. "She always makes sure you are okay before she even thinks about herself and would do anything in the world for us."  That includes giving her staff an unforgettable trip to the most magical place on earth: Disney World. Travis said the trip was her way of giving back to her staff who have become incredibly close ov…
1-Year-Old Wallington Boy Christopher Mizdol Dies 1-Year-Old Wallington Boy Christopher Mizdol Dies
1-Year-Old Wallington Boy Christopher Mizdol Dies Beloved Wallington boy Christopher Walter Mizdol died following heart surgery complications on Saturday, Oct. 22. He was one year and 23 days old. Christopher was known for his constant smiles and laughs, as well as his love of manatees, turtles, trips to Disney World, and his dog, Bruno, his obituary says. He also loved dancing, mashed potatoes, and playing with other children at daycare. Christopher is survived by his loving parents, Kyle and Kaitlyn (Cockcroft) Mizdol; his beloved maternal grandparents, Walter (Sir Pop) and Kathie Cockcroft (Gigi); his beloved paternal grandparents Kenn…
Sussex County HS Grad, Spa Receptionist Dies After Fearless Battle With Addison’s Disease, 32 Sussex County HS Grad, Spa Receptionist Dies After Fearless Battle With Addison’s Disease, 32
Sussex County HS Grad, Spa Receptionist Dies After Fearless Battle With Addison’s Disease, 32 Sussex County high school graduate and spa receptionist Kelly N. Fogarty died after a long and fearless battle with Addison’s Disease on Friday, Sept. 16. She was 32. Born in Rahway, Kelly was raised in Hillsborough and moved to Wantage in 2000, her obituary says. Kelly then attended High Point Regional High School, where she graduated in 2008, according to her memorial. Kelly had most recently worked as a receptionist at May’s Lash Spa in Sparta, which posted a heartfelt Facebook tribute following her passing. The May’s Lash Spa family is so terribly sad to announce the passing of o…
Centereach Man Admits To Murdering Wife Over Extramarital Affair, DA Says Centereach Man Admits To Murdering Wife Over Extramarital Affair, DA Says
Centereach Man Admits To Murdering Wife Over Extramarital Affair, DA Says The husband of a Long Island mother of four admitted to murdering his wife and wrapping her body in garbage bags after stabbing her dozens of times. Centereach resident Marcello Molinari, age 38, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder after his wife was found stabbed and wrapped in garbage bags and duct tape in the Pine Barrens of Middle Island in December 2021. Earlier story - Husband Charged With Murder After Body Of Missing NY Mother Of Four Found In pleading guilty, Molinari admitted to stabbing his wife 58 times, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney. Accordin…
Colchester Native Convicted Of Killing His Wife, Three Children, Family Dog Colchester Native Convicted Of Killing His Wife, Three Children, Family Dog
Colchester Native Convicted Of Killing His Wife, Three Children, Family Dog A physical therapist from Connecticut has been convicted of killing his wife, three children, and the family dog by a jury. Anthony Todt, a New London County native who grew up in Colchester, was found guilty on Thursday, April 14 in Kissimmee, Florida, located just minutes from Disney World.  Todt, age 46, reportedly commuted between Florida to Connecticut to his Colchester business, Family Physical Therapy. The former physical therapist was arrested in 2020 for drugging and stabbing to death his wife Megan, age 42, along with their children, Alek, age 13, Tyler, age 11, and Zoe…
NJ Students' Spring Break Plans Fouled By Airline Cancellations: Reports NJ Students' Spring Break Plans Fouled By Airline Cancellations: Reports
NJ Students' Spring Break Plans Fouled By Airline Cancellations: Reports Foul weather in Florida was blamed for wrecking spring break travel plans for many New Jersey high school students, as originally reported by NJ Advance Media. FlightAware, a website that tracks flights, noted major disruptions at several Florida airports, including in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa and Orlando, as well as in Baltimore and New York, among others. More than 3,500 US flights were canceled nationwide, according to The Associated Press. Seniors at West Deptford and Gateway Regional High Schools in Gloucester County were among those whose flights were canceled, according to 6ABC…
'It Still Feels Unreal': Waterbury Woman Claims $30,000 Lottery Prize 'It Still Feels Unreal': Waterbury Woman Claims $30,000 Lottery Prize
'It Still Feels Unreal': Waterbury Woman Claims $30,000 Lottery Prize A Connecticut woman has shared her reaction after claiming a $30,000 lottery prize. Tracey Dickerson, of Waterbury, claimed the "30X Cash 9th Edition" prize on Monday, Feb. 14, according to an announcement from Connecticut Lottery. The winning ticket was purchased at Save And Go in Meriden, CT Lottery said. "When the clerk scanned my ticket his eyes lit up—he was so happy for me," Dickerson said. "He handed me back my ticket with the ticket voucher and that's when I saw I won $30,000! It still feels unreal!"  Dickerson told CT Lottery that she and her husband would like to use t…
North Jersey Mom Dies Shortly After Welcoming 1st Child With Husband: Obit North Jersey Mom Dies Shortly After Welcoming 1st Child With Husband: Obit
North Jersey Mom Dies Shortly After Welcoming 1st Child With Husband: Obit A North Jersey mom and former Philadelphia resident died shortly after welcoming her first child with her husband. She was 36. Jennifer Handley Chiarello, of Mountainside, died on Oct. 19, just one week after giving birth to her daughter, Giovanna Alma Chiarello, according to her obituary. Born in Lindsay, Ontario, Canada, she graduated from high school in 2003, earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Trent University, and then went on to earn an MBA from Ryerson University, her obit says. Handley-Chiarello was remembered on her obit as someone who always pushed her…
NY Man Indicted In $700,000 Investment Scheme NY Man Indicted In $700,000 Investment Scheme
NY Man Indicted In $700,000 Investment Scheme A New York man has been indicted for scamming investors out of more than $700,000, authorities announced. Long Island resident Matthew Gallagher, age 37, of Rocky Point, used various investment schemes to scam 24 victims over a period of about four years, according to an investigation by Suffolk County Police and Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy D. Sini. “We have 24 people here who gave their savings to this defendant with the promise of sound investments only to be lied to and swindled out of their hard-earned money,” Sini said. “He was allegedly selling them on investing in b…
For Greenwich's Joseph LoPresto, 82, Only Open Air, Fresh Seas Were Needed For A Good Time For Greenwich's Joseph LoPresto, 82, Only Open Air, Fresh Seas Were Needed For A Good Time
For Greenwich's Joseph LoPresto, 82, Only Open Air, Fresh Seas Were Needed For A Good Time Joseph LoPresto, a resident of Greenwich,  died on May 29. He was 82 years old. Born in Port Chester on June 20, 1938, he was the son of Joseph and Margret (nee Lonzo) LoPresto. Joe graduated from Port Chester High School in 1956. A year after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and proudly served for six years. Joe then went on to spend the majority of his career working for Avon Products in Rye as part of its IT support staff. He was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Church in Port Chester, where he married his love of 59 years, Carol.  Joe will be remembered f…
Prosecutor: South Jersey Woman Stole $60K From Youth Football, Cheerleading Program Prosecutor: South Jersey Woman Stole $60K From Youth Football, Cheerleading Program
Prosecutor: South Jersey Woman Stole $60K From Youth Football, Cheerleading Program A 45-year-old woman from South Jersey has been arrested for stealing more than $60,000 from a youth spots program and spending the money on family vacations and other personal expenses, authorities said. Stacy Cassidy, 45, of Monmouth Road in Chesterfield was charged with elements of computer theft, misapplication of entrusted property, theft by deception and forgery by uttering, according to Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina and Mansfield Township Police Chief Ronald G. Mulhall Jr.  Cassidy is accused of stealing the money from a youth football and cheerleading program w…
Maywood Hall Of Famer Thomas Wright, 93, Dies Maywood Hall Of Famer Thomas Wright, 93, Dies
Maywood Hall Of Famer Thomas Wright, 93, Dies TRIBUTE: Longtime Maywood local theater writer and director Tom Wright died at a Bergen County nursing home this past week of what loved ones said was complications from the coronavirus. The Bronx-born Thomas James Wright, who would have turned 94 this Thursday, was a mainstay in Maywood, where he relished writing and directing of shows for charitable organizations, including the Our Lady Queen of Peace Church CYO and several other churches in Bergen County. He coordinated performances for more than 65 years, including last fall, with the Maywood Senior Citizens and the “Country Supper” a…
Manahawkin Mom Who Fought For 6 Kids Fighting For Her Life Manahawkin Mom Who Fought For 6 Kids Fighting For Her Life
Manahawkin Mom Who Fought For 6 Kids Fighting For Her Life Amanda Quinn fought for six children, as well as her life. After being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, a doctor advised Quinn and her husband, Garrett, to return their children to the foster system and she should prepare to die. Quinn, a native of Manahawkin, is fighting the cancer and finalizing the adoption of their children. Quinn was diagnosed in July 2018 with leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer in her heart, liver and inferior vena cava. She is fighting the cancer and finalizing the adoption of their children. She almost died several times during surgery.…
Community Rallies For Hillside Baby Battling Mystery Illness Community Rallies For Hillside Baby Battling Mystery Illness
Community Rallies For Hillside Baby Battling Mystery Illness The community is coming together to aid a Hillside family whose life was turned upside-down on a family vacation. Connor, 11 months old, was visiting Disney World March 5 with his parents, Chris and Kristy Mazza, and 3-year-old sister when he began vomiting blood, according to a GoFundMe page launched by his aunt Kelly Ries. More than $19,700 had been raised on the page as of Monday morning. Connor was rushed to the Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital and later placed in the ICU, where he has endured multiple blood transfusions, was intubated and sedated for testing, the page says. He …