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Delaware County Woman, 21, Dies From Fall Delaware County Woman, 21, Dies From Fall
Delaware County Woman, 21, Dies From Fall Melissa E. O'Malley, a Delaware County native and University of Tampa student, died "following a tragic fall" on Sunday, April 14, loved ones wrote in her obituary. She was 21.  Born in Philadelphia, O'Malley attended Marple Newtown High School and was a junior studying marketing and public relations at UT, her obituary says.  She held a part-time job at Dairy Joy, an ice cream shop in Tampa, and worked at the Surfing Pig in North Wildwood, NJ, according to the restaurant. Friends, coworkers, and loved ones posted tributes on social media.  It is with great sadness…
Tommy DeVito Hires Marketing Agency After Agent's Booking Snafu Tommy DeVito Hires Marketing Agency After Agent's Booking Snafu
Tommy DeVito Hires Marketing Agency After Agent's Booking Snafu Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito, a Don Bosco graduate, has hired a marketing agency to take over his personal appearances after an autograph signing at a Morristown pizzeria was canceled when his agent tried to double DeVito's fee. Maxx MGMT will now be handling DeVito's appearances, a rep for the agency confirmed. DeVito's agent, Sean Stellato, who had been making headlines for his "Goodfellas" cosplay, will still be negotiating his football contract, according to the New York Post. The move comes after Stellato tried to double DeVito's fee from $10,000 to $20,000 for an appearance at Con…
Woodbridge Murder Victim April Duncza Remembered As Professional With 'Creative Brilliance' Woodbridge Murder Victim April Duncza Remembered As Professional With 'Creative Brilliance'
Woodbridge Murder Victim April Duncza Remembered As Professional With 'Creative Brilliance' April Duncza, the 39-year-old New Jersey woman believed killed by her ex-boyfriend is being remembered for her creative brilliance and professional success. Duncza, a Nebraska native, was found during a welfare check at a home on Paul Street in the Fords section of Woodbridge with serious head trauma around 4:50 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said. She was later pronounced dead and her ex-boyfriend, Kevin Bacon, 46, of Keanesburg, has been charged with murder, Ciccone previously announced. Duncza's obituary on the Higgins Home for Funerals website…
Hundreds Turn Out For Funeral Of Former Pascack Valley HS Football Captain Devin Wolfe, 30 Hundreds Turn Out For Funeral Of Former Pascack Valley HS Football Captain Devin Wolfe, 30
Hundreds Turn Out For Funeral Of Former Pascack Valley HS Football Captain Devin Wolfe, 30 Joe Wolfe always knew his son was well-liked, but he didn't fully understand how loved he was until his funeral last week. Devin Wolfe, 30, who grew up in River Vale, died in a car accident on Long Island on Saturday, Sept. 9. His former teammates, friends from childhood, peers from college at Johnson & Wales University, coworkers, coaches, teachers, and relatives flew and drove out to Bergen County for Devin's services Thursday, Sept. 14 and Friday, Sept. 15. Seeing the nearly one thousand of them lining up for visitation at Becker Funeral Home and spilling out of pews at the funeral…
Virginia Women Could Face Each Other On 'Jeopardy!' This Week Virginia Women Could Face Each Other On 'Jeopardy!' This Week
Virginia Women Could Face Each Other On 'Jeopardy!' This Week If the stars align, two Virginia women could face each other on "Jeopardy!" this week. Laura Blyler Scanland, a nonprofit fundraiser from Newport News, will be on the Tuesday, June 13 episode. Suzanne Goldlust, a marketing manager from Reston, will be on the Thursday, June 15 episode. In order to win tonight's episode, Scanland would need to beat Suresh Krishnan, who is on a five-day winning streak with more than $82,000 already.
College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses
College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses A group of college students is helping small businesses in Massachusetts make a big impact before they've even crossed the stage and gotten their diplomas.  "Build You is my life," Founder and CEO of Build You Marketing Jake Ross said. "I am excited to continue this full-time after graduation and help the businesses we work with." Ross is the epitome of a self-starter. When the 21-year-old rising senior at Babson College saw the untapped potential that small businesses had, he decided to start his own digital marketing and PR firm.  Build You Marketing works by offering businesses an hour…
Callahan's Elusive Paramus Opening Taken Too Far Or Creating Buzz? Callahan's Elusive Paramus Opening Taken Too Far Or Creating Buzz?
Callahan's Elusive Paramus Opening Taken Too Far Or Creating Buzz? The Callahan's owner's handling of an elusive new location is leaving a bad taste in some customers' mouths. Others, including Dan DeMiglio himself, say he's just creating buzz. DeMiglio — whose grandfather Leonard "Artie" Castranni founded the original Callahan's in Fort Lee — has confirmed a new location is in the works. This week, he said it will be in Paramus. But DeMiglio has yet to divulge an exact address or opening date, much to the chagrin of longtime patrons. To some, it's irritating. To DeMiglio, it's all in good fun. "I've been doing the same thing I've been doing in all of m…
Mahwah Woman, 70, Found Dead At Konica Minolta HQ: No Foul Play Suspected Mahwah Woman, 70, Found Dead At Konica Minolta HQ: No Foul Play Suspected
Mahwah Woman, 70, Found Dead At Konica Minolta HQ: No Foul Play Suspected A woman found dead at Konica Minolta's headquarters in Bergen County on Wednesday apparently was stricken by a heart attack, responders said. The 70-year-old employee from Mahwah, who worked in the Marketing Department, is believed to have entered a bathroom at the corporate building on Williams Drive off northbound Route 17 near the Rockland County line around 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20. Her body was found the next morning, responders said. The Bergen County Sheriff's Bureau of Criminal Identification was summoned to gather evidence and the county Medical Examiner to collect the body. The co…
Buddies Quit Corporate Jobs To Launch Healthy Cafe That Just Landed On Route 17 Buddies Quit Corporate Jobs To Launch Healthy Cafe That Just Landed On Route 17
Buddies Quit Corporate Jobs To Launch Healthy Cafe That Just Landed On Route 17 One was a real estate developer and the other worked in marketing. Both quit their jobs to open a health food cafe that recently landed in Bergen County. Allen Caruso and Brandon Acres, of Saratoga Springs, NY, have brought THORN + ROOTS to Route 17 in Ridgewood. Caruso and Acres were washing down Buffalo Chicken pizzas with IPAs, lamenting over the lack of healthy on-the-go food options four years ago, when they had their "Eureka" moment. And so, THORN + ROOTS was born. View this post on Instagram A post shared by THORN + ROOTS (@thornand…
Marketing Director Who Grew Up In Valhalla, Age 48, Leaves Behind 2 Young Sons Marketing Director Who Grew Up In Valhalla, Age 48, Leaves Behind 2 Young Sons
Marketing Director Who Grew Up In Valhalla, Age 48, Leaves Behind 2 Young Sons A woman who grew up in Westchester County and spent decades working in marketing has died at the age of 48. Carolyn Anne Beal, of Barrington, Rhode Island, died peacefully on Wednesday, Aug. 31, from cancer and its complications, according to her obituary. She grew up in Valhalla with her brothers David and Robert and graduated from Westlake High School. Her parents were Robert and Barbara Kirk. She went on to attend Boston College, where she met some of her closest friends, her obituary said. Beal is survived by her 14-year-old son Alexander and her 11-year-old son Nicholas, whom sh…
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help More than ever, success in business is determined by reach in your community. Daily Voice provides a direct line of communication to your neighbors. Whether you’re a new business or an experienced marketer, we want to work with you. Our products make it easy to reach local customers. Our team of experts can fit any budget. We’re your trusted source for news and information. We also want to be your trusted partner in advertising. Reach out whenever you're ready—we'll be here.
Devoted Passaic County Mom, Black-Belt Martial Artist Dies, 48 Devoted Passaic County Mom, Black-Belt Martial Artist Dies, 48
Devoted Passaic County Mom, Black-Belt Martial Artist Dies, 48 Devoted Passaic County mother and black-belt martial artist Nicole D. Toulas died on Saturday, June 4 at the age of 48. Raised in Ringwood, Nicole graduated from Lakeland High School before attending the University of Tampa and earning her bachelor’s degree from William Paterson University, according to her obituary. Nicole interned for MSNBC and later pursued a marketing career, working for several years as the Director of Marketing for Rehabilitation Specialists, her memorial says. Nicole lived in Wayne with her loving husband, Andy, at the time of her death. The two had spent 18 years o…
Westchester Marketing Professional, Mom Of Two Teens Dies At 49 Westchester Marketing Professional, Mom Of Two Teens Dies At 49
Westchester Marketing Professional, Mom Of Two Teens Dies At 49 A Westchester County woman known as a successful marketing professional and devoted mother of two has died at the age of 49. Heather Paltz Ughetta, of Larchmont, died on Thursday, Dec. 16, according to her obituary. She is survived by her husband of 20 years, Ted Ughetta, and her children, 17-year-old Teddy and 14-year-old Caroline. She is also survived by her mother, Carole Paltz, and two siblings. Paltz Ughetta was raised in Manlius and worked in marketing and communications at IBM and Accenture, her obituary said.  "A slow judge of fast horses, Heather had a sharp wit, a bri…
CT Couple Goes Viral On TikTok For Prank Videos CT Couple Goes Viral On TikTok For Prank Videos
CT Couple Goes Viral On TikTok For Prank Videos A Connecticut couple has seen viral success on TikTok, all thanks to their gag-inducing prank videos that make people laugh. Lauryn D’Agostino, age 33, and her boyfriend, Devin Murphy, age 35, are both Litchfield County residents. The two have been together for five years now. D’Agostino owns a marketing company and works with local businesses in the area. While she said much of her work has centered around Instagram and Facebook, when TikTok became popular, she decided she wanted to learn the algorithm. So, D’Agostino said she set up an account in Murphy’s name to test it out. The accou…
COVID-19: KFC Presses Pause On Its Popular Slogan, Calling It 'Inappropriate' Amid Pandemic COVID-19: KFC Presses Pause On Its Popular Slogan, Calling It 'Inappropriate' Amid Pandemic
Covid-19: KFC Presses Pause On Its Popular Slogan, Calling It 'Inappropriate' Amid Pandemic Kentucky Fried Chicken is pausing one of the world's most recognizable slogans. The fast-food chain says that after 64 years in use, saying "Finger Lickin' Good" is inappropriate amid the COVID-19 pandemic.  "We find ourselves in a unique situation — having an iconic slogan that doesn’t quite fit in the current environment," said Catherine Tan-Gillespie, global chief marketing officer at KFC, in a statement. "While we are pausing the use of 'It’s Finger Lickin’ Good,' rest assured the food craved by so many people around the world isn’t changing one bit.”  The hous…
In Avon, 13 New Business Registrations Were Filed in June: Here's What's Coming ... In Avon, 13 New Business Registrations Were Filed in June: Here's What's Coming ...
In Avon, 13 New Business Registrations Were Filed in June: Here's What's Coming ... New businesses in Avon this June represent industries that include family clothing, marketing, motion picture-making, gifts, and janitorial services. All new businesses must register with the state of Connecticut. Here are the Avon businesses that registered in June, according to the Connecticut Secretary of State: 1. Marketing Transformation Network, Inc., 31 Brookridge Dr., Avon; All other personal services 2. Black A$tronaur, LLC, 13 Walnut Ln., Avon; Family clothing store 3. Mimmo Wonder Studios, LLC, 19 E. Main St., Avon; All other miscellaneous schools and instruction 4. Access On…
Former River Dell HS Swim Team Captain Dies Of Stroke Former River Dell HS Swim Team Captain Dies Of Stroke
Former River Dell HS Swim Team Captain Dies Of Stroke A sophomore college student from River Edge died after suffering a stroke. Nick Myers, set to graduate Loyola Maryland in 2023, was hospitalized with a brain abscess after suffering the stroke.  He died on March 16, according to a news release from the university. Nick served as captain of the River Dell High School swim team and enjoyed playing lacrosse. He had been involved in Boy Scouts of America and worked as a lifeguard at the River Edge Swim Club. In a tribute to Myers on social media, Loyola said Nick had many friends on campus and was enjoying his time as a student.&nbs…
Lifelong GE Marketing, Ad Manager Karl L. Koss Of Southport, 91, Was An Accomplished Pianist Lifelong GE Marketing, Ad Manager Karl L. Koss Of Southport, 91, Was An Accomplished Pianist
Lifelong GE Marketing, Ad Manager Karl L. Koss Of Southport, 91, Was An Accomplished Pianist Karl L. Koss, 91, died peacefully at his home in Southport on Oct. 2. He was predeceased by his wife, Janet. He leaves a son, W. Judson Koss with his wife Pamela, as well as a daughter, Gretchen Koss-DeFrank with her wife Polly, along with five grandchildren and two sons-in-law. Surviving family also includes two brothers, Warren Koss and his wife Patricia of North Carolina and Clarence Koss and his wife Helen of New Hampshire. Karl was a 1951 graduate of Bates College in Lewiston, ME, an accomplished curler, a passionate gardener and a lifelong marketing and advertising manager at General…
Bath & Body Works Opens New Store At Smith Haven Mall Bath & Body Works Opens New Store At Smith Haven Mall
Bath & Body Works Opens New Store At Smith Haven Mall Personal care and bath product retailer Bath & Body Works opened in the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove. The 4,800 square foot store is located in the Macy's wing, next to H&M and includes a specialty White Barn shop. Bath & Body Works sells fragrant products for the body, hands, and home. White Barn sells candles, home fragrances, and other accessories. “We are constantly striving to offer the best shopping options for our customers and Bath & Body Works is the perfect addition to our already stellar lineup beauty and wellness options," said Ann Schultz, director of …
Pink Flamingo On Hudson? It Was All Part Of Pepsi Marketing Campaign Pink Flamingo On Hudson? It Was All Part Of Pepsi Marketing Campaign
Pink Flamingo On Hudson? It Was All Part Of Pepsi Marketing Campaign Did you see it? A huge, six-stories tall inflatable pink flamingo on top of a vessel made its way up the Hudson River. Pushed on a barge by a tugboat, the helium-filled bird was first spotted around 8 a.m. Monday, May 20 during the height of the morning commute. It was all part of a Pepsi "Always Pool Ready" campaign to celebrate the unofficial start of summer, the soft drink manufacturer said. "We are so excited to work with Instagram and bring some of their newest technology directly to our most loyal consumers," said Todd Kaplan, VP of Marketing, Pepsi. "We know our fans love shar…
Fairfield Native Elliot Herman Helps Final Four-Bound UConn Women Make NCAA History Fairfield Native Elliot Herman Helps Final Four-Bound UConn Women Make NCAA History
Fairfield Native Elliot Herman Helps Final Four-Bound UConn Women Make NCAA History The UConn women's basketball team will make history with an NCAA record 12th consecutive Final Four appearance when it faces Notre Dame on Friday night, April 5. That’s two more than John Wooden’s UCLA men's teams managed.  So many people share in this moment and hope for an unprecedented 12th title in a span of only 25 years. Among them is Fairfield native Elliot Herman. The Fairfield Ludlowe grad (Class of ’15), who is now a senior at UConn majoring in Communications with a Marketing minor, has served as one of several student managers for the team over the past two years. Herman h…
West Coast Ginger Beer Manufacturer Moving To Fairfield County West Coast Ginger Beer Manufacturer Moving To Fairfield County
West Coast Ginger Beer Manufacturer Moving To Fairfield County Reed's Original Ginger Brew is moving its headquarters from Los Angeles to Norwalk. Ginger Beer is a soft drink that has been brewed in England for at least 200 years.  Reed’s Inc makes soda the old fashioned way. It brews each batch of Reed’s, Virgil’s & Flying Cauldron naturally. "You can taste the difference!" the company proclaims on Twitter. The California ginger beer maker sold a Los Angeles production plant and is undertaking a hiring push in its executive suite, according to this report by The Hour. Reed’s has sold more than 500 million bottles of soda since its laun…
Chappaqua Musician Launches 'Back From The Dead' Venture Chappaqua Musician Launches 'Back From The Dead' Venture
Chappaqua Musician Launches 'Back From The Dead' Venture Chappaqua resident and sports executive John Cirillo has announced the launch of a new music venture, Back from the Dead Music LLC, along with Ossining's Mickey Rosen and Cirillo's fellow Fordham alum Adam E.  The announcement came in June during an event at Lexington Square Cafe in Mount Kisco.  Cirillo is an award-winning sports public relations executive. Rosen owns Briarcliff Launch Music Venture. Back from the Dead Music LLC was launched by Cirillo to move the young artists forward through public relations, marketing and public concerts. The duo have taken Cirillo’s lyrics and put the…
Forbes: Demarest TV Exec Looks To Make Better Media Content For Latinos Forbes: Demarest TV Exec Looks To Make Better Media Content For Latinos
Forbes: Demarest TV Exec Looks To Make Better Media Content For Latinos A former TV executive from Demarest has been named a key player during the expansion of a Latino media company owned by actor and comedian John Leguizamo, along with other big names. Joe Bernard of Demarest is joining NGL Collective, formerly NGL Media, as the chief revenue officer. The company -- short for "New Generation Latinos" -- produces digital video content and marketing for bilingual and bicultural U.S. Latinos, Forbes says. Bernard, a father of three, is a veteran of the advertising industry and is the former Telemundo network executive. "NGL’s approach to the mar…