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Missing Marshield Boy, 8, Found After Night In Woods, Neighbor’s Chicken Coop Key To Rescue Missing Marshield Boy, 8, Found After Night In Woods, Neighbor’s Chicken Coop Key To Rescue
Missing Marshield Boy, 8, Found After Night In Woods, Neighbor’s Chicken Coop Key To Rescue A missing 8-year-old boy who vanished into dense woods was found safe after a neighbor spotted him in an unexpected place. Callahan Pierce, of Marshfield, disappeared Tuesday evening, March 24, after he was last seen on Moraine Street, according to police. A large search effort began right away. By the next morning, more than two miles from home, Pierce showed up in a backyard in nearby Duxbury. Ben Ruggio was getting ready to take the dogs on a walk when he spotted Pierce in the backyard, seemingly scared to go inside. He said the moment felt unreal.  “I turn my head, and I just see…
Nokesville Man Shooting At Animals In Yard Fires Round Into Neighbor's Home: Police Nokesville Man Shooting At Animals In Yard Fires Round Into Neighbor's Home: Police
Nokesville Man Shooting At Animals In Yard Fires Round Into Neighbor's Home: Police A bullet meant for wildlife ended up inside someone’s home in Virginia, causing a stir in an otherwise quiet neighborhood. Officers from the Prince William County Police Department were called shortly after 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26, when a round tore into a home in the 12500 block of Aden Road in Nokesville. According to police, Matthew Patrick Schroer, 48, was shooting at wildlife on his property when one of the rounds entered a neighbor’s home while someone was inside. No injuries were reported. Property damage was minimal. Schroer was identified as the shooter and charged with shoot…
'They're So Mean!' Branford's Wild Turkeys Chase UPS Driver In Viral Showdown 'They're So Mean!' Branford's Wild Turkeys Chase UPS Driver In Viral Showdown
'They're So Mean!' Branford's Wild Turkeys Chase UPS Driver In Viral Showdown A UPS driver trying to make deliveries in one Connecticut neighborhood ended up in a battle with a flock of wild turkeys in a video with close to 19M views. A TikTok video set to the "Jackass" theme song by Hindy Jaffee shows the driver being chased from house to house by several large turkeys in Branford, CT Friday, Feb. 13. "I thought my neighbors were fighting, but it was the UPS guy fighting with the turkeys," Jaffee said in a call with Daily Voice. "He was saying that they flew in his car." In the footage, the driver can be heard yelling, “Ya’ll better back up,” as the birds clos…
‘Masked Bandit’ Breaks Into Virginia ABC Store, Gets Hammered, Passes Out In Bathroom ‘Masked Bandit’ Breaks Into Virginia ABC Store, Gets Hammered, Passes Out In Bathroom
‘Masked Bandit’ Breaks Into Virginia ABC Store, Gets Hammered, Passes Out In Bathroom Black Friday got a little wild at one Virginia liquor store — and the suspect wasn’t exactly old enough to buy booze. Over the weekend, members of the Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter were called to the Ashland ABC Store, where they were met by a crime scene pulled straight from a movie after a raccoon sampled the merchandise before passing out cold in the bathroom, officials said. Hanover County Animal Protection called it a “liquor-fueled rampage.” And honestly? That feels generous. The raccoon had a little bit too much to drink in Virginia. Hanover County Animal Pro…
WATCH: 300-Pound Black Bear Chases 11-Year-Old Boy Into Family Dollar In Pennsylvania WATCH: 300-Pound Black Bear Chases 11-Year-Old Boy Into Family Dollar In Pennsylvania
Watch: 300-Pound Black Bear Chases 11-Year-Old Boy Into Family Dollar In Pennsylvania A black bear chased an 11-year-old boy into a Family Dollar in Markleysburg, sending him running through the aisles for safety, KDKA CBS News Pittsburgh reported on Tuesday, Nov. 18. Cole Frazee had walked outside to check on his father when he spotted the bear staring at him near the Family Dollar entrance, according to the outlet. “When it runs after me, I turn around, I run in the store, I’m screaming and stuff. The thing was like a foot and a half away from me,” Frazee told CBS Pittsburgh. He added, “I was like, ‘I’m probably going to get eaten by a bear.’” Frazee sprinted into the sto…
Dead Bear Snags Traffic On Busy Pomona Road, Prompting Police Response Dead Bear Snags Traffic On Busy Pomona Road, Prompting Police Response
Dead Bear Snags Traffic On Busy Pomona Road, Prompting Police Response A bear found dead on a major Rockland County roadway caused a temporary traffic hazard until it could be removed.  The incident happened on Monday night, Oct. 20, in Pomona, where Chaverim of Rockland and Ramapo Police responded to the area of Route 306 near Route 202 after drivers reported the animal in the road, The Monsey Scoop reported.  Chaverim volunteers quickly arrived and moved the bear to the side of the road to prevent further traffic disruptions, according to the outlet.  No injuries or vehicle damage were reported in connection with the incident. The cause of the bear’s death…
Bear Sighted In Public Park In Middletown Bear Sighted In Public Park In Middletown
Bear Sighted In Public Park In Middletown A bear sighting in an Orange County park prompted a warning from police. The incident happened on Monday, Sept. 22, when the City of Middletown Police said a bear was seen inside Fancher-Davidge Park on Lake Avenue.  In an update on Tuesday morning, Sept. 23, the department said the animal had appeared to have left the area and that the park remains open.  The department added that while bears typically steer clear of people, officers are monitoring the situation and will notify the state Department of Environmental Conservation if the animal becomes a threat. 
Harmful Algae Bloom Reported In Long Stretch Of Hudson River: Residents Warned to Avoid Contact Harmful Algae Bloom Reported In Long Stretch Of Hudson River: Residents Warned to Avoid Contact
Harmful Algae Bloom Reported In Long Stretch Of Hudson River: Residents Warned to Avoid Contact A long section of the Hudson River is experiencing a harmful algae bloom, prompting officials to warn residents to avoid contact with the toxins. According to a public notice issued this week by the Town of Poughkeepsie, the bloom stretches from the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge as far south as Garrison and West Point.  The bloom also appears to be affecting tidal portions of tributaries. Officials cautioned that HABs can produce dangerous toxins posing risks to people, pets, and wildlife through ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact. Reported symptoms of exposure include…
‘Bear Attack’ Turns Out To Be A Trip, Fall At Prettyboy Reservoir, Officials Say ‘Bear Attack’ Turns Out To Be A Trip, Fall At Prettyboy Reservoir, Officials Say
‘Bear Attack’ Turns Out To Be A Trip, Fall At Prettyboy Reservoir, Officials Say Tales of a bear attack in Maryland may have been grossly exaggerated, according to officials.  Officials from the Baltimore County Fire Department set the record straight on Monday afternoon after there were multiple reports about a possible attack at Prettyboy Reservoir. According to the department, a woman saw a bear, ran, and tripped while fleeing, leaving her with minor scratches.   The bear never made contact with the woman. Reports of a bear attack at Prettyboy Reservoir were inaccurate. A woman saw a bear, ran, and tripped—causing minor scratches. The bear never m…
Rabid Fox Attacks Cat In Alexandria Neighborhood, Tests Positive: Health Alert Rabid Fox Attacks Cat In Alexandria Neighborhood, Tests Positive: Health Alert
Rabid Fox Attacks Cat In Alexandria Neighborhood, Tests Positive: Health Alert A rabid fox found in Alexandria’s Del Ray/Rosemont neighborhood has prompted an urgent warning from health officials. The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) says a fox from the Del Ray/Rosemont neighborhood tested positive for rabies this week. On Tuesday, Aug. 19, the fox came into contact with a cat near a home in the area, officials said. The animal later tested positive for rabies.  The fox is now dead, and the Health Department is working with the cat’s owner on next steps. Health officials warned that the case raises the risk of rabies exposure in the community. “If you see an…
‘Zombie’ Rabbits With Bizarre Horns Alarm, Confuse Colorado Residents ‘Zombie’ Rabbits With Bizarre Horns Alarm, Confuse Colorado Residents
‘Zombie’ Rabbits With Bizarre Horns Alarm, Confuse Colorado Residents A parade of so-called “zombie” rabbits sporting hornlike growths has sparked confusion and concern in Colorado. Wildlife officials say there’s no cause for alarm. These unusual creatures are simply living with a harmless, century-old virus. Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirmed this week that several cottontail rabbits in Fort Collins have been spotted with strange, horn-like projections on their heads and faces. The culprit: Shope papillomavirus, a common and naturally occurring virus in wild rabbits that causes wart-like growths which can resemble horns or even tentacles. Though the app…
Bear Stops Traffic On Linglestown Road, Darts Toward Weis: PA Neighbors Sound Alarm Bear Stops Traffic On Linglestown Road, Darts Toward Weis: PA Neighbors Sound Alarm
Bear Stops Traffic On Linglestown Road, Darts Toward Weis: PA Neighbors Sound Alarm A black bear startled drivers and pedestrians as it crossed busy Linglestown Road and disappeared into the woods near Weis Markets, according to multiple local reports on Thursday, Aug. 14. The bear reportedly stopped traffic as it bolted from the area of an old barn across Linglestown Road, heading into the grassy patch beside the popular grocery store. Residents in Gale Drive, Goose Valley, Paxtonia, and Linglestown shared their experiences and concerns on the neighborhood app Nextdoor throughout the morning and afternoon. "Stay alert neighbors!" one woman wrote. "A black bear stopped tra…
VIDEO: Bear Caught Digging Through Dumpster On Street In Monsey VIDEO: Bear Caught Digging Through Dumpster On Street In Monsey
Video: Bear Caught Digging Through Dumpster On Street In Monsey A bear was caught on video trying to find its lunch inside a Rockland County dumpster.  The sighting happened on Tuesday, Aug. 5, when a hungry black bear was seen fishing through the contents of a dumpster on Highview Road in Monsey.  A video of the encounter was posted online by The Monsey Scoop.  The bear is seen grabbing a bag in its teeth and walking off with it before the video ends.  According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, residents should take preventative measures to avoid attracting bears, including never feeding them or leaving food outdoors, o…
WATCH: Bear Walks Near Woman Pushing Stroller On Quiet Monsey Street WATCH: Bear Walks Near Woman Pushing Stroller On Quiet Monsey Street
Watch: Bear Walks Near Woman Pushing Stroller On Quiet Monsey Street A heart-stopping moment was caught on video in Rockland County when a woman pushing a stroller unknowingly walked just feet ahead of a large black bear.  The close call happened in Monsey on Powderhorn Drive, according to a report from The Monsey Scoop on Wednesday, July 23.  In the video, a woman is seen strolling casually with a baby in tow—completely unaware that a black bear is quietly walking behind her. Fortunately, the bear veered off and walked away without incident. The woman and child were unharmed. A video of the incident was posted by The Monsey Scoop:  According to the New Y…
Rabies Declared 'Imminent Public Health Threat' In Nassau County Rabies Declared 'Imminent Public Health Threat' In Nassau County
Rabies Declared 'Imminent Public Health Threat' In Nassau County Nassau County health officials have declared an “imminent public health threat” over rabies. Officials made the formal declaration Tuesday, July 22, after confirming two dozen rabies cases among raccoons and feral cats. At least 25 rabid animals have been confirmed since July 2024, marking a troubling return of a virus that had previously been eradicated from the area in 2016, according to the Nassau County Department of Health. “The resurgence of rabies in Nassau County, with its high population density and after nearly a decade of absence, represents a serious and evolving public health …
Bear Sighting Near Elementary School In Peekskill Prompts Police Response Bear Sighting Near Elementary School In Peekskill Prompts Police Response
Bear Sighting Near Elementary School In Peekskill Prompts Police Response Police responded to an elementary school in Northern Westchester after a bear was seen near the grounds.  The incident happened on Thursday, June 26, at around 12:30 p.m., when the animal was sighted near Woodside Elementary School in Peekskill, according to Lt. Adam Renwick of the Peekskill Police Department.  Officers who responded reported that the bear was last seen entering the woods nearby, Renwick said.  
Swimmer Injured In Possible Needlefish Encounter In Long Beach, Cops Say Swimmer Injured In Possible Needlefish Encounter In Long Beach, Cops Say
Swimmer Injured In Possible Needlefish Encounter In Long Beach, Cops Say Beachgoers, beware: A rare ocean creature may be behind a swimmer's painful encounter at the Jersey Shore, officials said. A swimmer suffered a leg injury while in the water off Barnegat Light on Saturday morning, June 21, according to the Long Beach Township Police Department. The incident happened around 11:39 a.m. near the 9th Street beach, police said. The man was brought to the 19th Street area by Barnegat Light Beach Patrol, where he was treated by first responders from Barnegat Light First Aid and transported to Southern Ocean Medical Center. Initial indications suggest the injury m…
Rabid Raccoon Bites Two In Maryland, Public Health Alert Issued In Silver Spring: Officials Rabid Raccoon Bites Two In Maryland, Public Health Alert Issued In Silver Spring: Officials
Rabid Raccoon Bites Two In Maryland, Public Health Alert Issued In Silver Spring: Officials A raccoon that bit two people in Maryland may have rabies, and health officials are urging the public to stay away, fast. Montgomery County officials have issued an urgent alert after a raccoon bit two individuals in the 1800 block of Franwall Avenue in Silver Spring, the Office of Animal Services and Department of Health and Human Services said Monday, June 16. The raccoon may be infected with rabies, a deadly virus that attacks the central nervous system and spreads through bites or saliva, officials said. "Rabies is considered a medical emergency," the department warned. Officials are …
Black Bear Spotted Roaming Near Elementary School In Croton-On-Hudson Black Bear Spotted Roaming Near Elementary School In Croton-On-Hudson
Black Bear Spotted Roaming Near Elementary School In Croton-On-Hudson A black bear has been spotted in a quiet Westchester neighborhood down the street from a school, prompting a warning from local officials to give the animal space and stay alert.  The most recent sighting occurred near Cleveland Drive and Gerstein Street in the Village of Croton-on-Hudson, according to a public notice issued Friday, June 6, by village officials. This intersection is down the street from Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School.  Officials say the bear is likely passing through, a behavior that becomes more common this time of year. According to the New York State Dep…
‘Otterly Adorable’: Fisherman’s Call Leads To Otter Rescue By PA Troopers In Franklin County ‘Otterly Adorable’: Fisherman’s Call Leads To Otter Rescue By PA Troopers In Franklin County
‘Otterly Adorable’: Fisherman’s Call Leads To Otter Rescue By PA Troopers In Franklin County An injured otter in Franklin County got a second chance—thanks to a quick-thinking fisherman and some compassionate troopers, according to a release on Thursday, June 5. A local fisherman spotted the distressed animal along a creek in Quincy Township and called the Pennsylvania State Police Chambersburg station for help around 6 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2025, PSP Trooper Megan Frazer said. Troopers Brook Troutman and Brookes Goshorn responded to the call and located the injured otter, police said. The troopers retrieved the animal and turned it over to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, which…
Clone-Creating Tick Invades Connecticut: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm Clone-Creating Tick Invades Connecticut: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm
Clone-Creating Tick Invades Connecticut: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm Connecticut researchers have confirmed the presence of a fast-spreading invasive tick that could pose serious health risks to people and pets across the state. The longhorned tick, originally from eastern Asia, was recently detected during local field studies by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in partnership with the USDA. This marks another step in the tick's rapid expansion through the eastern United States. Since first being found in America in 2017, the longhorned tick has spread to at least 21 states.  “The tick will be a nuisance, and it is spreading,” Kevin Lahm…
Massive 20-Foot Shark Caught On Video Near Boaters Off Northeast Coast Massive 20-Foot Shark Caught On Video Near Boaters Off Northeast Coast
Massive 20-Foot Shark Caught On Video Near Boaters Off Northeast Coast A massive 20-foot shark was captured on video amid boaters off the Northeast coast. Clear images of its dorsal fin were caught on video in Rhode Island near Block Island over Memorial Day weekend. It's believed to have been a basking shark, according to ABC 6 Providence, which obtained the video available to view here. Basking sharks, which can be as long as 33 feet, are the second largest in the world, behind only the whale shark, which can grow to be 46 feet. The great white shark, which can be up to 23 feet, is third-largest. In North Carolina on Wednesday, May 28, a 26-year-old m…
Rabid Raccoon Found In Anne Arundel County: Health Officials Issue Urgent Warning Rabid Raccoon Found In Anne Arundel County: Health Officials Issue Urgent Warning
Rabid Raccoon Found In Anne Arundel County: Health Officials Issue Urgent Warning A rabid raccoon spotted in Maryland has public health officials sounding the alarm. The Anne Arundel County Department of Health confirmed that a raccoon found on Muddy Creek Road in West River tested positive for rabies, prompting a countywide warning issued Tuesday, May 20. Authorities are urging anyone who may have come in contact with the animal—or whose pet has unexplained wounds—to contact the Department of Health immediately. Rabies is a fatal disease transmitted through the bite, scratch, or saliva of infected animals, including raccoons, foxes, cats, bats, and groundhogs. “Preven…
New Bear Sightings Reported In Areas Of Yorktown, Rockland County: Here's Where New Bear Sightings Reported In Areas Of Yorktown, Rockland County: Here's Where
New Bear Sightings Reported In Areas Of Yorktown, Rockland County: Here's Where As warmth returns to the Hudson Valley with the arrival of spring, so have bear sightings.  In the Westchester County town of Yorktown, police confirmed on Monday, May 19, that several bear sightings had been reported in the southern half of town. Although no incidents of aggression have been noted, officials are reminding the public that bears are a natural part of the area’s ecosystem and are typically non-aggressive unless provoked or attracted by food. "Well, Spring is in the air. And as long-time Y-Town area residents will tell you, that could mean a black bear is on the ground," York…
Sixth Rabid Raccoon Found In Amityville This Year: Here's How To Protect Yourself, Pets Sixth Rabid Raccoon Found In Amityville This Year: Here's How To Protect Yourself, Pets
Sixth Rabid Raccoon Found In Amityville This Year: Here's How To Protect Yourself, Pets Health officials in Suffolk County are urging residents to take precautions after a sixth raccoon tested positive for rabies in the area this year. The raccoon, found dead in Amityville on Saturday, May 10, tested positive for rabies, with results confirmed by New York State Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center. There were no known human or pet exposures linked to this incident, Suffolk County Health Department officials said. It marks the sixth locally acquired case of rabid raccoons in Amityville in 2025. Prior to this year, Suffolk County had not reported a rabid raccoon since 2009. …
Bear Seen Roaming In Monsey (VIDEO) Bear Seen Roaming In Monsey (VIDEO)
Bear Seen Roaming In Monsey (Video) A bear was spotted sauntering in a Rockland County hamlet over the weekend.  The sighting occurred in Monsey on Sunday evening, May 18, according to The Monsey Scoop. A video posted by The Monsey Scoop showed the bear running across a paved path into nearby woods.  Although the exact location of the sighting was not immediately available, the outlet said police are urging residents to leave the animals alone.  According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, residents can protect themselves and their properties from bears by not feeding them and reducing attractan…
Baby Turkeys Rescued By Gloucester City Firefighters Baby Turkeys Rescued By Gloucester City Firefighters
Baby Turkeys Rescued By Gloucester City Firefighters Some baby turkeys owe firefighters in Camden County a debt of gratitude or at least a “gobble gobble.” On Friday, May 16, firefighters responded to Lambert Avenue after residents reported hearing what sounded like ducks in a sewer drain, the Gloucester City Fire Department said. The four babies turned out to be chicks, and they were retrieved from the sewer drain, firefighters said. After making sure they were okay, the chicks were reunited with their mother, who was surely very grateful, firefighters said.
Great White Shark Spotted Off Montauk: Watch Drone Footage Great White Shark Spotted Off Montauk: Watch Drone Footage
Great White Shark Spotted Off Montauk: Watch Drone Footage With Memorial Day two weeks away, a great white shark was spotted off the coast of Long Island. Drone footage shows it off the shore of Montauk, the eastern-most point in the Hamptons, on Monday, May 12. It was captured by photographer Joanna L Steidle, who told Storyful, "I have been flying these waters for eight years and this is the earliest shark spotting I have had in a season and it is also the closest to shore I have spotted a great white." Click here to view the drone footage on Storyful. Lifeguards don't go on duty until later this month. Great white sharks, the largest pre…
Bear Cub Spotted Near Central Park Bridge In Doylestown, Game Commission Called Bear Cub Spotted Near Central Park Bridge In Doylestown, Game Commission Called
Bear Cub Spotted Near Central Park Bridge In Doylestown, Game Commission Called A bear cub may be roaming near a popular bridge in Central Park, prompting a wildlife warning from Doylestown Township staff on Monday, May 5. Officials say they were alerted to the possible sighting earlier in the day and immediately notified the Pennsylvania Game Commission. The animal was reportedly seen near the bridge in the heart of the park—a spot frequented by families, joggers, and dog walkers. If you see the cub or notice any bear activity, authorities ask you to call the Game Commission at 1-833-742-4868. No aggressive behavior has been reported, but wildlife experts caution aga…
Big Black Snake Slithers Out Of Water During Annapolis Family's Trip To Ocean City (VIDEO) Big Black Snake Slithers Out Of Water During Annapolis Family's Trip To Ocean City (VIDEO)
Big Black Snake Slithers Out Of Water During Annapolis Family's Trip To Ocean City (Video) A Maryland mom’s beach day took a wild turn when her daughter spotted something slithering out of the ocean — and it wasn’t seaweed or a stick. It was a big, black snake (scroll for video). Roxy Flanagan, 32, of Annapolis, was in Ocean City, MD, over the weekend with her family and coworkers from Brooklyn Park Dental for Springfest. It was Saturday afternoon, April 26, when the kids asked to dip their toes in the water. Flanagan stayed back in the parking lot chatting with a friend while her mother took the kids to the shoreline. “I heard my daughter scream so I run down, and all I hear h…
Fourth Rabid Raccoon Found In Amityville This Year: Here's How To Protect Yourself, Pets Fourth Rabid Raccoon Found In Amityville This Year: Here's How To Protect Yourself, Pets
Fourth Rabid Raccoon Found In Amityville This Year: Here's How To Protect Yourself, Pets Health officials in Suffolk County are urging residents to take precautions after a fourth raccoon tested positive for rabies in the area this year. The raccoon, found dead in Amityville on Friday, April 4, tested positive for rabies, with results confirmed by New York State Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center a week later. There were no known human or pet exposures linked to this incident. It marks the fourth locally acquired case of rabid raccoons in Amityville in 2025, according to Suffolk County health officials. Prior to this year, Suffolk County had not reported a rabid raccoon si…