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Neptune Fisherman, Musician ID'd As Scooterist Killed On Route 35 Neptune Fisherman, Musician ID'd As Scooterist Killed On Route 35
Neptune Fisherman, Musician ID'd As Scooterist Killed On Route 35 A Jersey Shore musician and business owner has been identified as the scooterist struck and killed by an SUV on Memorial Day. Gregory "Gregg" Robert Barton Kautz died Monday, May 25, at age 47, according to Ely Funeral Home. A GoFundMe by Alyne Halvajian confirmed Kautz was the victim of the Route 35 in Wall. Funds will go toward assisting Kautz's wife, Caroline. Kautz was born in New Brunswick and raised in Union, where he graduated from Union High School in 1997, his obituary says. He played in countless bands throughout his life, toured internationally through music, and owned …
Cause Of Death Released For 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Actor Patrick Muldoon, 57 Cause Of Death Released For 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Actor Patrick Muldoon, 57
Cause Of Death Released For 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Actor Patrick Muldoon, 57 The cause of death for actor Patrick Muldoon, best known for his roles on "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place," has been revealed. Muldoon, 57, died suddenly at his Beverly Hills, California, home on Sunday, April 19. According to his death certificate, viewed by People, his death was caused by a myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack. The document also lists pulmonary embolism and hereditary coagulopathy as contributing factors. Original report: Actor Patrick Muldoon Dies Suddenly At 57: Starred On 'Melrose Place,' 'Days Of Our Lives' Hereditary coagulopathy is a gen…
Grammy-Winner Billy Strings Breaks Leg In Virginia Skateboard Mishap: 'Feel Like Such An Idiot' Grammy-Winner Billy Strings Breaks Leg In Virginia Skateboard Mishap: 'Feel Like Such An Idiot'
Grammy-Winner Billy Strings Breaks Leg In Virginia Skateboard Mishap: 'Feel Like Such An Idiot' Grammy-winning Bluegrass artist Billy Strings was scheduled for back-to-back shows in Virginia. Then the 33-year-old musician and skateboard enthusiast broke his leg in what he is calling a "dumb ass mistake," while attempting a trick he's performed "a million times." Strings, born William Apostol, said he could hear the snap of his bone over the sound of the sell-out crowd in Charlottesville. "Well, can’t say y’all didn’t warn me about screwing around on my skateboard," he posted on Monday afternoon. "Saturday night, I walked off stage right before the encore. I was all zazzed up from a r…
Bard College Music Teacher's Family Gets Wave Of Support After Fatal Clinton Crash (UPDATE) Bard College Music Teacher's Family Gets Wave Of Support After Fatal Clinton Crash (UPDATE)
Bard College Music Teacher's Family Gets Wave Of Support After Fatal Clinton Crash (Update) In the weeks since the death of a beloved music teacher and conductor in a crash on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County, countless community members are rushing to the aid of his family as they grapple with their massive loss.  The help has been pouring in for the family of Shutong Li, a Bard College Conservatory of Music faculty member from Chappaqua who died on Friday, Feb. 13, following an incident on the Taconic State Parkway in Clinton two days earlier.  As previously reported by Daily Voice, the crash happened around 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the southb…
Kelly Clarkson Ending Her Popular, Emmy-Winning TV Show After 7 Seasons: Here's Why Kelly Clarkson Ending Her Popular, Emmy-Winning TV Show After 7 Seasons: Here's Why
Kelly Clarkson Ending Her Popular, Emmy-Winning TV Show After 7 Seasons: Here's Why Kelly Clarkson has announced that her Emmy-winning TV program, "The Kelly Clarkson Show," will end after its current seventh season, with final episodes airing through Fall 2026.  Clarkson, 43, said the decision on wrapping up the talk show was deeply personal and motivated by her desire to prioritize her children, River Rose, 11, and Remy, 9, following the death of her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, in August 2025. Earlier report: Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband, Talent Manager Brandon Blackstock, Dies At 48 "I have been extremely fortunate to work with such an outstanding group of…
Fetty Wap, Gia Giudice Break The Internet With Viral New Jersey Crossover Fetty Wap, Gia Giudice Break The Internet With Viral New Jersey Crossover
Fetty Wap, Gia Giudice Break The Internet With Viral New Jersey Crossover So, it's not that random. Gia Giudice and Fetty Wap sent TikTok into a frenzy after dancing to "Big Guy" by Ice Spice in a video that quickly went viral, tapping into deep New Jersey ties that longtime "Real Housewives of New Jersey" fans were quick to recognize. The TikTok, posted Tuesday, Jan. 20, had racked up 1.9 million views as of Tuesday night, just nine hours after it was shared.  Giudice, the daughter of RHONJ star Teresa Giudice, recently announced plans to open a Bergen County restaurant Il Vero, with her mother. Fetty Wap has returned to the public eye following …
Stratford’s Shannon McMahon Sets First 2026 Show Stratford’s Shannon McMahon Sets First 2026 Show
Stratford’s Shannon McMahon Sets First 2026 Show Shannon McMahon will take the stage Thursday, Jan. 8, at Bridgeport’s The Stack for her first show of 2026. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with a 7 p.m. start and a $10 cover. The event is listed as “Songwriters at The Stack” at Artisan Stack Cafe, 281 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport, McMahon shared on Facebook. According to Shannon McMahon’s Facebook post, she will perform as The Martin Girls with @annemariementa. The lineup also features other Connecticut songwriters, including Zach Andersen, Me, Like Many, Mike Brandon, and An Ide of March.
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026
New Survey Reveals Resolutions: What Americans Want Most In 2026 A new survey suggests many Americans are heading into 2026 with an appetite for change, even if the past year left plenty of people feeling drained. While not everyone is confident about the year ahead, respondents say they are determined to set goals that might help them reset, refocus, or rebuild momentum. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Talkspace, the survey of 2,000 Americans found that only a small share felt very good about 2025, with just 10 percent calling it a “great” year.  Most described it as “just okay,” while nearly one in five labeled it “bad.” Another 10 perc…
Judge Tosses Key Murder Convictions In Jam Master Jay Case Judge Tosses Key Murder Convictions In Jam Master Jay Case
Judge Tosses Key Murder Convictions In Jam Master Jay Case A federal judge overturned the jury’s guilty verdicts against Karl Jordan Jr. in the murder of Run-DMC co-founder Jam Master Jay, ruling prosecutors failed to prove the killing was tied to drug trafficking. In her ruling Friday, Dec. 19, in the Eastern District of New York, Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall granted Jordan’s motion for a judgment of acquittal on the two most serious counts, wiping out the jury’s convictions for murder while engaged in narcotics trafficking and a related firearm offense, court filings show. Hall said the government’s theory linking the 2002 killing of Jam Master Jay,…
Alexandria Teen Remembered For Theater Talent And Love Of Music After Sudden Loss Alexandria Teen Remembered For Theater Talent And Love Of Music After Sudden Loss
Alexandria Teen Remembered For Theater Talent And Love Of Music After Sudden Loss A Virginia community is mourning the loss of 15-year-old Kristeen Schlak, a bright and talented teen whose life ended far too soon, leaving a family, a school, and an entire community grieving the absence of someone many say made every room warmer just by being in it. Schlak passed away on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, her family confirmed. She was a 10th-grade student at a local high school in Alexandria, where friends and classmates knew her as kind, creative, and quietly confident, according to those close to her. To the people who loved her most, Schlak was many things all at once: a daughter…
Holiday Teen Night With Music, Games, Food Set For Ages 12–15 From Stratford Recreation Holiday Teen Night With Music, Games, Food Set For Ages 12–15 From Stratford Recreation
Holiday Teen Night With Music, Games, Food Set For Ages 12–15 From Stratford Recreation The Stratford Recreation Department will host a Holiday Teen Night on Friday, Dec. 19, from 7 to 9 p.m., with music, dancing, games, and food for teens ages 12 to 15, according to the department's post on Facebook. The event is described as co-ed, with the Friday night session set aside specifically for teen participants. Admission is $10 per person for the two-hour program, and the fee covers entry to the activities planned for the night. Preregistration is required through the department’s online system at townofstratford.recdesk.com, based on information in the department’s announcement…
Rising Country Singer Max McNown To Perform Free Show At American Dream Rising Country Singer Max McNown To Perform Free Show At American Dream
Rising Country Singer Max McNown To Perform Free Show At American Dream Max McNown, a Nashville-based Americana singer who has gone viral with heartfelt tracks over the last two years, is set to perform a free show at American Dream next week.  The event is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 15, at 6 p.m. on the Dream Stage in Court A, Level 1, according to American Dream officials. The performance is part of a holiday partnership with New York radio station NEW 102.7 and Children’s Aid, the announcement says. Guests are encouraged to brighten a child’s holiday by bringing a new toy valued at twenty-five dollars. McNown first gained attention after picking up a g…
Maryland Sgt. Joseph Mullendore Dies Of Cancer Just Months Before Hitting 20 Years Of Service Maryland Sgt. Joseph Mullendore Dies Of Cancer Just Months Before Hitting 20 Years Of Service
Maryland Sgt. Joseph Mullendore Dies Of Cancer Just Months Before Hitting 20 Years Of Service Some people spend a lifetime talking about public service. Sgt. Joseph Mullendore spent his life doing it on the streets of Maryland. The Prince George’s County Police Department announced on Monday, Dec. 1, that Mullendore died last week “following a hard-fought illness.”  He was 50 years old. Mullendore first joined the department in 2006, and over nearly two decades, he served in Oxon Hill – District IV, the former Regional Investigation Division, the Training and Education Division, and most recently, District VI – Beltsville, according to the agency.  Before that, h…
One Night More – The Spectacular Return Of Les Miz At Radio City Summer 2026 One Night More – The Spectacular Return Of Les Miz At Radio City Summer 2026
One Night More – The Spectacular Return Of Les Miz At Radio City Summer 2026 Beneath the glittering lights of Midtown, a revolution is about to rise again. "Les Misérables: The Arena Concert Spectacular" storms into Radio City Music Hall for a limited engagement in summer 2026, filling the legendary stage with heartbreak, hope, and the sound of a people who will not be silenced.  From July 23 through August 2, 2026, New York becomes the only U.S. city to witness this global phenomenon before it marches on to Dublin, Ireland. Tickets are now available through StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. What started on the page as Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel became some…
Suffern Native, Singer Grace VanderWaal Mourns Death Of Her Mother: 'Can't Yet Find Words' Suffern Native, Singer Grace VanderWaal Mourns Death Of Her Mother: 'Can't Yet Find Words'
Suffern Native, Singer Grace VanderWaal Mourns Death Of Her Mother: 'Can't Yet Find Words' New York native and singer-songwriter Grace VanderWaal is mourning the death of her mother following a 17-month battle with cancer, her family announced. VanderWaal, 21, shared an emotional tribute to her mother, Tina, on Instagram Tuesday, Oct. 21, writing, "Can’t yet find the words. I love you mommy. So much."  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grace VanderWaal (@gracevanderwaal) According to VanderWaal's father, Dave, Tina died on Monday, Oct. 20. After her death, he posted a heartfelt message on Facebook, re…
Grammy Winner D’Angelo, Virginia Native, Dies At 51 Grammy Winner D’Angelo, Virginia Native, Dies At 51
Grammy Winner D’Angelo, Virginia Native, Dies At 51 A velvet‑voiced architect of neo‑soul whose grooves reshaped Rhythm and Blues, D’Angelo has died at 51 after a private battle with cancer, his family said. Relatives confirmed his death on Tuesday, Oct. 14, and asked for privacy, saying he passed after a “prolonged and courageous battle with cancer.” Multiple outlets, including TMZ, reported the cause was pancreatic cancer.  The singer had kept his diagnosis out of public view. In May he withdrew from the Roots Picnic festival citing “unforeseen medical delays from a prior surgery.” Born Michael Eugene Archer in Richmond, Virgini…
Guests Revealed For Jimmy Kimmel's First Show After Suspension Guests Revealed For Jimmy Kimmel's First Show After Suspension
Guests Revealed For Jimmy Kimmel's First Show After Suspension Jimmy Kimmel’s guest list is out, and it signals a back-to-business return for his late-night show. On his Tuesday, Sept. 23 show, Kimmel will welcome actor Glen Powell and singer Sarah McLachlan as "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" returns to its 11:35 p.m. slot following a suspension tied to controversy over Kimmel’s comments after the death of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk.  Powell will be promoting his new Hulu series "Chad Powers," which premieres on Sept. 30, 2025.  McLachlan was the musical guest; her appearance followed public support for Kimmel, including canceling a performan…
Sarah McLachlan, Jewel Skip Disney Premiere In Protest Of Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Sarah McLachlan, Jewel Skip Disney Premiere In Protest Of Jimmy Kimmel Suspension
Sarah McLachlan, Jewel Skip Disney Premiere In Protest Of Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Sarah McLachlan and Jewel pulled out of performing at a Disney premiere in Los Angeles, citing the “muzzling of free speech” after Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. The surprise move came during a premiere event at The Ford on Sunday night, Sept. 21 for the documentary “Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery,” produced by ABC News Studios and Hulu.  Related story - Silent On Jimmy Kimmel: Outspoken Hosts Of ABC's ‘The View' Ignore Most Talked About Story  “We have collectively decided not to perform but instead to stand in solidarity in support of free speech,” McLachlan told the audience, …
Scotch Plains Dad Dies In Crash, $150K Raised For Widow, Children Scotch Plains Dad Dies In Crash, $150K Raised For Widow, Children
Scotch Plains Dad Dies In Crash, $150K Raised For Widow, Children Brian Benson, of Scotch Plains, died in a car crash on Wednesday, Sept. 17, according to his obituary from Memorial Funeral Home. He was 46 years old.  Born in New York and raised in Mountain Lakes, Brian was a Rutgers graduate who built a two-decade career in medical device sales with Bausch and Lomb, Johnson & Johnson, and most recently RxSight, his obituary says.  “Brian was a valued member of the RxSight team, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in medical device sales and a deep commitment to his work,” a GoFundMe created by colleague Heather Spiri reads. Brian was de…
Just Eight Nights In Two Cities: Ariana Grande’s Only Northeast Shows In 2026 Just Eight Nights In Two Cities: Ariana Grande’s Only Northeast Shows In 2026
Just Eight Nights In Two Cities: Ariana Grande’s Only Northeast Shows In 2026 Eight nights. Two cities. One Ariana Grande. Brooklyn and Boston are the only places to catch the Eternal Sunshine Tour in the Northeast, and tickets are flying like whistle notes. If you want to hear “No Tears Left to Cry” or “Into You” live, now’s the time to lock in your seats before they’re gone. Here’s when you can catch Ariana Grande lighting up the stage: July 12, 2026 – Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY July 13, 2026 – Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY July 16, 2026 – Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY July 18, 2026 – Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY July 19, 2026 – Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY J…
Lady Gaga Brings Mayhem Back To NYC, DC & Boston — New 2026 Dates Added! Lady Gaga Brings Mayhem Back To NYC, DC & Boston — New 2026 Dates Added!
Lady Gaga Brings Mayhem Back To NYC, DC & Boston — New 2026 Dates Added! Missed Lady Gaga this summer? You might not forgive yourself—unless you score tickets to her newly added 2026 shows. The Mayhem Ball is roaring back in March with encore nights in New York City, Washington D.C., and Boston, and this time you’ve got no excuse. These tickets are already flying, and if you don’t click fast, you’ll be stuck watching shaky Instagram clips instead of living it in the flesh. March 19, 2026 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY March 20, 2026 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY March 23, 2026 – Capital One Arena, Washington, DC March 24, 2026 – Capital One Arena,…
'SNL' Announces First Three Hosts For Season 51 'SNL' Announces First Three Hosts For Season 51
'SNL' Announces First Three Hosts For Season 51 After a summer of upheaval, "Saturday Night Live" is ready to kick off its 51st season with a bang. The venerable sketch comedy show announced the lineup for the first three shows of the season with Bad Bunny hosting the Oct. 4 season premiere with musical guest Doja Cat. This is Bad Bunny's second time hosting "SNL." If you're thinking, "wait, wasn't Bad Bunny just on the show?", he was the musical guest for the Season 50 finale in May. Doja Cat will be making her SNL debut. Longtime cast member Amy Poehler will make her return to Studio 8H for the Oct. 11 episode, which is also the 50-ye…
Missing Teen's Body Found In Queens-Born Breakout Singer's Tesla: What We Know Missing Teen's Body Found In Queens-Born Breakout Singer's Tesla: What We Know
Missing Teen's Body Found In Queens-Born Breakout Singer's Tesla: What We Know Authorities have identified the body of a teen girl discovered inside an impounded Tesla registered to a breakout music star born in New York City. Celeste Rivas, 15, was named as the person found dead inside singer d4vd's 2023 Tesla Model Y, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner's office. Her body was discovered in the car's front trunk at a Hollywood tow yard on Monday, Sept. 8. According to the medical examiner's office, Rivas' body was "severely decomposed," Rolling Stone reported. "[Her body was] inside the vehicle for an extended period of time before be…
Tenafly's Cardi B Pregnant With NFL Star's Baby Tenafly's Cardi B Pregnant With NFL Star's Baby
Tenafly's Cardi B Pregnant With NFL Star's Baby Cardi B had double the news for fans this week: a new tour — and a new baby on the way. The Grammy-winning rapper, who lives in Tenafly, NJ, revealed Wednesday, Sept. 17, on CBS Mornings with Gayle King that she is expecting her fourth child with boyfriend and New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a Gaithersburg, MD native.  She said the baby is due before her first arena tour, “Little Miss Drama,” which kicks off in February. The announcement came just one day after Cardi B rolled out tour dates. This isn’t Cardi’s first high-profile pregnancy reveal. In August 2024, …
Air Supply Hits The Road—All Out of Love And Back On Stage In 2025 Air Supply Hits The Road—All Out of Love And Back On Stage In 2025
Air Supply Hits The Road—All Out of Love And Back On Stage In 2025 Picture this: It’s 1975, two guys meet during "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Melbourne, and instead of just singing through a rehearsal, they create one of the world’s most famous soft-rock duos. Fast forward 50 years and Air Supply is still out there proving love songs never go out of style. Their 2025 50th Anniversary Tour is underway, and if you don’t snag tickets before they vanish, someone else will be swaying in your seat. Here’s where to catch them before the chance slips away: Oct. 28, 2025 – Wind Creek Event Center, Bethlehem, PA Oct. 19, 2025 – Palace Theatre, Stamford, CT Oct. 25, …
$22K Raised For College Freshman Grieving Hawthorne Mother's Loss $22K Raised For College Freshman Grieving Hawthorne Mother's Loss
$22K Raised For College Freshman Grieving Hawthorne Mother's Loss Shock and sadness spread following the Monday, Sept. 1 death of Amy Spring (Graves) Reyes, a Passaic County mother and educator. She was 51 years old. A devoted mother, her greatest joy was her son, Evan Reyes, whom she supported, encouraged, and cheered on every step of the way, according to her obituary on the Vander Plaat Funeral Home website. She was also engaged to Andrew “Drew” Taylor, with whom she shared love, laughter, and plans for the future. Born in Oceanside, CA, and raised in Oakdale, Long Island, Amy earned her degree in anthropology from Miami University of Ohio before joini…
Bad Bunny Refuses Mainland US Shows Over Immigration Raids: 'ICE Could Be Outside' Bad Bunny Refuses Mainland US Shows Over Immigration Raids: 'ICE Could Be Outside'
Bad Bunny Refuses Mainland US Shows Over Immigration Raids: 'ICE Could Be Outside' One of the world's biggest music stars says he's skipping the continental US because of Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids under President Donald Trump. Superstar rapper Bad Bunny made the comments to British magazine i-D in an interview published on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The Puerto Rican superstar, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, told Variety in June that it was "unnecessary" to bring his Debí Tirar Más Fotos (I Should Have Taken More Photos) world tour to the mainland US. Bad Bunny confirmed to i-D that he left the 50 states off the t…
River Edge Family Turns Heartbreak Into Hope With Paramus Concert For Late Son River Edge Family Turns Heartbreak Into Hope With Paramus Concert For Late Son
River Edge Family Turns Heartbreak Into Hope With Paramus Concert For Late Son For years, the Marri family lived in a constant state of worry: watching for signs, trying every possible way to pull their son and brother, Buster, back from the grip of addiction.  Rehab. Family meetings. Drug testing. Love. Kindness. Anything to stop what they feared was coming. On Nov. 2, 2021, the call came: Buster wasn’t breathing. In that instant, the endless tension and daily battles vanished, replaced by a silence they never wanted.  The stress was gone, but so was Buster. He was 24 years old, fearless, full of life, and deeply loved. And in the aftermath, his family ma…
Body Found In Tesla Registered To Queens-Born Breakout Singer, Police Say Body Found In Tesla Registered To Queens-Born Breakout Singer, Police Say
Body Found In Tesla Registered To Queens-Born Breakout Singer, Police Say A body was reportedly found inside an impounded Tesla registered to d4vd, a New York City-born singer whose rapid rise in music began with tracks recorded on his phone. The Los Angeles Police Department said officers responded shortly before 12:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, to a report of a foul odor coming from a vehicle at a tow yard on North Mansfield Avenue in Hollywood, ABC7 reported. Police discovered human remains placed inside a bag in the Tesla's front trunk.  Authorities confirmed the 2023 Tesla is registered in Hempstead, Texas, to d4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burk…
Rocker Rick Davies Dies, Supertramp Co-Founder Rocker Rick Davies Dies, Supertramp Co-Founder
Rocker Rick Davies Dies, Supertramp Co-Founder Rick Davies, the gravelly-voiced pianist, songwriter, and co-founder who powered Supertramp’s distinctive sound, has died. The band announced the 81-year-old's death Saturday, Sept. 6, on social media, saying it came "after battling Multiple Myeloma for over 10 years.”  “His soulful vocals and unmistakable touch on the Wurlitzer became the heartbeat of the bands’ sound,” the group wrote, adding that his music “bears testament to the fact that great songs never die.”  They also remembered his “warmth, resilience, and devotion to his wife Sue,” his partner of more than five decades…
Mark Volman Dies, Turtles Co-Founder Sang Classic Hit 'Happy Together' Mark Volman Dies, Turtles Co-Founder Sang Classic Hit 'Happy Together'
Mark Volman Dies, Turtles Co-Founder Sang Classic Hit 'Happy Together' Mark Volman, the exuberant, wild-haired frontman whose voice helped make “Happy Together” a pop anthem, has died.  The dynamic singer, guitarist, and charismatic co-founder of The Turtles leaves behind a legacy as colorful as his stage presence. Volman's death came on Friday, Sept. 5, in Nashville, Tennessee, following what his representative described as a brief and unexpected illness. He was 78. Born in Los Angeles in1947, Volman grew up first found his musical footing with The Crossfires, a surf-rock group that evolved into The Turtles.  With his friend and longtime collabora…