Hackettstown Mom, Dedicated Social Worker Jennifer Gatzke Dies, 47 Hackettstown Mom, Dedicated Social Worker Jennifer Gatzke Dies, 47
Hackettstown Mom, Dedicated Social Worker Jennifer Gatzke Dies, 47 Beloved Hackettstown mom and devoted social worker Jennifer T. Pennell Gatzke died at at Hackensack University Medical Center on Sunday, May 7. She was 47. Jennifer was raised in Stanhope before moving to Hackettstown, where she has lived since 2001, her obituary says. Jennifer was a dedicated Clinical Social worker for the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Service (DYFS) in Newton and lived her live to help others, says her memorial. She spent her free time lounging on Jersey Shore beaches, bringing out her inner fashionista through her fabulous outfits, and crusing around in her st…
Woman Who Dedicated Life To Helping Less Fortunate Dies At Age 54, From Hastings-On-Hudson Woman Who Dedicated Life To Helping Less Fortunate Dies At Age 54, From Hastings-On-Hudson
Woman Who Dedicated Life To Helping Less Fortunate Dies At Age 54, From Hastings-On-Hudson A woman from Westchester County who dedicated much of her life to social service has died at the age of 54.  Hastings-on-Hudson resident Sonia Daley died on Friday, Feb. 10 at the age of 54, according to her obituary.  Born in New York City in 1968, Daley earned both a Bachelor of Arts from the College of Staten Island and a Master of Arts from the New School of Social Research before starting her career in social work, joining a resurgent settlement house movement in New York City.  Eventually, Daley became manager at the historic Grand Street Settlement House in …
Repeatedly Raped 12-Year-Old Chambersburg Girl Called Florida Social Worker For Help: Police Repeatedly Raped 12-Year-Old Chambersburg Girl Called Florida Social Worker For Help: Police
Repeatedly Raped 12-Year-Old Chambersburg Girl Called Florida Social Worker For Help: Police A 12-year-old girl in Chambersburg was raped multiple times starting around her birthday, according to Court Documents obtained by Daily Voice.  Delke Eustache, 18, of Chambersburg was arrested in connection with the rapes on January 27, 2023 around 10 a.m., according to a release by the Chambersburg police department. The case first brought to the department's attention when a social worker in Flordia reached out after receiving call from the viticm, the police detail in the affidavit of probable cause. Eustache "used her for sex" at least three times, only stopping "when he peed whi…
'He Tried To Convert Violence Into Hope:' Youth Counselor, Devoted Passaic County Dad Dies, 39 'He Tried To Convert Violence Into Hope:' Youth Counselor, Devoted Passaic County Dad Dies, 39
'He Tried To Convert Violence Into Hope:' Youth Counselor, Devoted Passaic County Dad Dies, 39 Youth counselor and devoted Passaic County father Juan Diego Otalbaro died on Saturday, Nov. 26. He was 39. Born in Passaic, Juan grew up between Clifton and Passaic, his obituary says. Juan played basketball at Clifton High School before earning a combined bachelors and masters in Social Work from Ramapo College. Juan then finished clinical training throughout various stated and started working as a counselor with at-risk youth in the New York State Office of Child and Family Services in 2019, his memorial says. Juan also had an entrepreneurial spirit and had launched a number of di…
Anthony Somma Of Toms River Remembered As 'Born Entertainer' Anthony Somma Of Toms River Remembered As 'Born Entertainer'
Anthony Somma Of Toms River Remembered As 'Born Entertainer' Anthony Somma of Toms River died on Sept. 15 at Cooper University Medical Center after a five-year battle against Ewing Sarcoma, his obituary says. He was 27 years old. A New Year's Eve baby, Anthony was born to entertain, his obit reads. He had a passion for musical theater and "lit up every room he entered." Anthony graduated from Toms River High School East (2014) and pursued a degree in radio, film and broadcasting at Rowan University. However, fate had other plans for Anthony, who was diagnosed with cancer during his college career. In 2017, he enrolled in online classes at Troy …
Iona College, NewYork-Presbyterian Team For New Health School At Former Concordia Campus Iona College, NewYork-Presbyterian Team For New Health School At Former Concordia Campus
Iona College, NewYork-Presbyterian Team For New Health School At Former Concordia Campus Iona College is making good use of its new campus at the former site of Concordia College in Westchester, teaming with NewYork-Presbyterian to establish a new school of health sciences. Officials announced the new union on Thursday, July 22, with the NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences to be located on Iona’s campus on White Plains Road in Bronxville. Earlier story - Concordia College To Cease Operation, Iona College To Take Over Campus, Provide Education The new school was made largely possible with a $20 million gift from NewYork-Presbyterian. It is expected to begin clas…
Changes Coming To Pennsylvania's COVID-19 Vaccination Plan Changes Coming To Pennsylvania's COVID-19 Vaccination Plan
Changes Coming To Pennsylvania's Covid-19 Vaccination Plan Updates to Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 vaccine plan are on the horizon. Cindy Findley, who helms the state's COVID-19 vaccine task force, is temporarily assuming the role of former PA Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine, who on Tuesday was nominated by President-elect Joe Biden as the Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The new plan outlines expansions in the current Phase 1A which will now allow anyone over 65 and people ages 16-64 with serious medical conditions that make them more at risk for severe illness, eligible for the va…
Disabled Vets Group Praised By Murphy Could Lose Liquor License For Alleged COVID Violation Disabled Vets Group Praised By Murphy Could Lose Liquor License For Alleged COVID Violation
Disabled Vets Group Praised By Murphy Could Lose Liquor License For Alleged COVID Violation A North Jersey group publicly praised by Gov. Phil Murphy for distributing free meals to disabled veterans and hospitals is now fighting to keep its liquor license after investigators cited them for violating the governor’s emergency closure orders. Organizers of Disabled American Veterans Chapter #2 in Clifton have been doing all they can to help 300 or so members cope with the isolation created by the coronavirus pandemic. They also delivered 100 gas gift cards last month to nurses, doctors, EMTs and staff at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Paterson and at St. Mary’s General Hospi…
Michaela Daddabbo Of Westchester, Who Earned Master's After Immigrating To US, Dies At 35 Michaela Daddabbo Of Westchester, Who Earned Master's After Immigrating To US, Dies At 35
Michaela Daddabbo Of Westchester, Who Earned Master's After Immigrating To US, Dies At 35 Michaela “Mish” Lateckova Daddabbo of New Rochelle died on Thursday, Dec. 26 surrounded by her family. She was 35. She was born on March 19, 1984 in Nitra, Slovakia. She is survived by her husband Vito Daddabbo; her dog Mason; parents Karol Latecka and Zuzana Raganova Lateckova; sister Natalia Lateckova and brother-in-law Richard Keckes; parents-in-law Teresa and Enrico Daddabbo; sisters-in-law Carmela Iacobucci and Maria Poli (Lino); and five nephews: Anthony, Nicholas, Lino, Marco and Christopher. Michaela came to the U.S. at the age of 21 and worked as an au pair until she met and …
'It's Nothing Short Of A Nightmare': Family Stunned By Death Of Area Woman In Dog Attack 'It's Nothing Short Of A Nightmare': Family Stunned By Death Of Area Woman In Dog Attack
'It's Nothing Short Of A Nightmare': Family Stunned By Death Of Area Woman In Dog Attack The family of an area woman who was home alone when she was killed during an attack by either one or both of her dogs said their hearts are "shattered at the sudden, unexpected, and tragic death." The Dutchess County woman, Arlene Renna, 67, of Pleasant Valley, was found unconscious on her living room floor by her husband around 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, when he returned home, New York State Police said. A subsequent investigation determined the wounds, and circumstances were consistent with a dog attack. Two Coonhounds were kept in the home as pets, state police said. Police did…
Social Worker Provided Pot, Vape Pods To Juvenile In New Canaan, Police Say Social Worker Provided Pot, Vape Pods To Juvenile In New Canaan, Police Say
Social Worker Provided Pot, Vape Pods To Juvenile In New Canaan, Police Say A social worker is facing charges after police say she provided marijuana and vape pods to a juvenile in New Canaan. New Canaan Police say they were alerted that a social worker, later identified as 32-year-old Kelly Howard of Ansonia, was making home visits to treat a juvenile resident of New Canaan. Further investigation revealed that Howard was providing the juvenile in her care with marijuana and vape pods, according to police. Howard also failed to report potential incidents of neglect and/or abuse regarding the juvenile to the appropriate agencies, according to police. A warrant was…
Franklin Zhinin Of River Edge Dies, 31 Franklin Zhinin Of River Edge Dies, 31
Franklin Zhinin Of River Edge Dies, 31 Franklin P. Zhinin of River Edge died on Wednesday, May 9. He was 31 years old. Zhinin was a social worker for Fundamentals Inc. of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.  He is predeceased by his father, Sagrado Zhinin. He is survived by his wife, Karina (nee Acevedo); mom Maria Pene of Hackensack; siblings Sandra Zhinin of Hackensack and Jorge Zhinin of Hackennsack; nieces and nephews Edgar, Nelsi, Melissa, Bryan and Isabella. Visitation is Saturday, May 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Gentile Funeral Service in Hackensack. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 14 at Holy Trin…
Iona College Names New Provost, Senior Vice President For Academic Affairs Iona College Names New Provost, Senior Vice President For Academic Affairs
Iona College Names New Provost, Senior Vice President For Academic Affairs Iona College has announced the appointment of Darrell P. Wheeler, Ph.D., MPH, ACSW, as its new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, following an international search and review of more than fifty candidates. A nationally recognized leader, educator and scholar, Dr. Wheeler’s appointment will begin July 1, 2018. Dr. Wheeler comes to Iona from the University at Albany (SUNY) where he is currently serving as dean of the School of Social Welfare, vice provost for public engagement, and professor. Previously, Dr. Wheeler held positions of interim provost & senior vice presi…