Search For St. Mary's County Man Missing Since August Comes Up Empty As Mystery Continues Search For St. Mary's County Man Missing Since August Comes Up Empty As Mystery Continues Search For St. Mary's County Man Missing Since August Comes Up Empty As Mystery Continues
Search For St. Mary's County Man Missing Since August Comes Up Empty As Mystery Continues A coordinated search for a Maryland man who vanished nearly two months ago has come up empty, leaving investigators still searching for answers about his disappearance. Thomas Campbell Bolling Von Goetz, 58, remains missing after members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office searched the Maycroft Road area in Avenue on Friday, Oct. 9, without finding him. According to investigators, Von Goetz voluntarily left his home on Aug. 16 and was believed to have last been seen walking in the area before he was reported missing. The search followed an announcement from the Sheriff's Office on Th…
Got Milk? Truck Spills Its Load, Turns Clifton Road White In Dairy Disaster (PHOTOS) Got Milk? Truck Spills Its Load, Turns Clifton Road White In Dairy Disaster (PHOTOS) Got Milk? Truck Spills Its Load, Turns Clifton Road White In Dairy Disaster (PHOTOS)
Got Milk? Truck Spills Its Load, Turns Clifton Road White In Dairy Disaster (Photos) There's no use crying over spilled milk, but Virginia drivers might have a few complaints after a truckload led to traffic delays in Fairfax County. A semi-truck lost its cargo along Henderson Road in Clifton on Monday, Oct. 12, leaving milk crates scattered across the pavement and forcing police to shut down a stretch of the roadway. The mess was enough to make anyone lactose intolerant. Photos shared by police show dozens of black milk crates spilling out of the back of the truck, with gallon jugs scattered across the road and milk coating the asphalt. The spill prompted police to close…
Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals
Northwell Health Launches The Institute For Healthy Aging Across 28 Hospitals Northwell Health has launched a new initiative connecting services across its 28 hospitals to help older adults maintain their health, independence and quality of life as they age. The Northwell Institute for Healthy Aging brings together hospital services, physician practices, outpatient programs, research facilities, and community resources to better coordinate care for aging adults and their families. According to Northwell Health, the initiative focuses on preventing illness, addressing changing healthcare needs and supporting caregivers who help older adults manage their health. The i…
Poughkeepsie Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family Poughkeepsie Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family Poughkeepsie Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family
Poughkeepsie Girl Undergoes 9 Brain Surgeries In 7 Months: Here's How To Help Her Family A Dutchess County family is receiving an outpouring of support as their 4-year-old daughter battles serious medical complications that have required nine brain surgeries in just seven months. Libby Keefe of Poughkeepsie underwent her latest brain surgery on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Boston Children's Hospital, where she remains hospitalized following complications, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched Friday, Oct. 9.  In the wake of Libby's medical struggles, IAEP Local 20 and IAFF Local 2623 have organized the campaign to support Libby's parents, Debbie and Ryan Keefe, w…
Mercy University Launches New Occupational Therapy Doctorate; Deadline Oct. 30 Mercy University Launches New Occupational Therapy Doctorate; Deadline Oct. 30 Mercy University Launches New Occupational Therapy Doctorate; Deadline Oct. 30
Mercy University Launches New Occupational Therapy Doctorate; Deadline Oct. 30 Mercy University has launched a new occupational therapy doctorate designed for working professionals, with applications for the Spring 2027 term due Friday, Oct. 30. The 85-credit, full-time Entry-Level Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) program combines weekend classes, hands-on training and synchronous and asynchronous coursework. According to Mercy University, classes are scheduled approximately every other weekend over nine trimesters, allowing students to complete the program in as little as three years. The hybrid format is intended to make doctoral education more acce…
Free Associate Degrees For Adults: SUNY Ulster Sets Info Sessions Free Associate Degrees For Adults: SUNY Ulster Sets Info Sessions Free Associate Degrees For Adults: SUNY Ulster Sets Info Sessions
Free Associate Degrees For Adults: SUNY Ulster Sets Info Sessions Adults looking to change careers or return to college can learn how to earn an associate degree without paying tuition, fees, or costs for books and supplies at upcoming SUNY Ulster information sessions. The sessions focus on SUNY Reconnect, a program that covers those expenses for eligible adults ages 25 to 55 who have not previously earned a college degree. According to SUNY Ulster, the program allows participants to pursue associate degrees in high-demand fields, while students who already hold a degree may also qualify if they enroll in the Nursing program beginning in Fall 2026. The n…
Free Congressional Candidate Forum With Ryan, Auringer Set For Oct. 22 Free Congressional Candidate Forum With Ryan, Auringer Set For Oct. 22 Free Congressional Candidate Forum With Ryan, Auringer Set For Oct. 22
Free Congressional Candidate Forum With Ryan, Auringer Set For Oct. 22 A free congressional candidate forum will give Hudson Valley voters an opportunity to hear directly from U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan and Republican challenger Jackie Auringer ahead of the upcoming election. Mount Saint Mary College and the Orange County Chamber of Commerce will host the event on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the college's campus at 330 Powell Avenue in Newburgh. According to Mount Saint Mary College, the nonpartisan forum will bring the two candidates together to discuss issues affecting the Hudson Valley, New York State and the nation. Topics will include the e…
RCC Opens $3M Nursing Lab Five Times Larger Than Previous Facility RCC Opens $3M Nursing Lab Five Times Larger Than Previous Facility RCC Opens $3M Nursing Lab Five Times Larger Than Previous Facility
RCC Opens $3M Nursing Lab Five Times Larger Than Previous Facility Rockland Community College has opened a new $3 million nursing simulation lab that is five times larger than its previous facility, expanding hands-on training opportunities for students preparing for healthcare careers. The 5,234-square-foot lab, located on the second floor of the college's Technology Building, opened for the Fall 2026 semester, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Tuesday, Sept. 15. According to Rockland Community College (RCC), the facility was funded through the federal 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill and includes a dedicated simulation wing designed to recreate clinica…
$3 Sandwich From Elmwood Park Deli Gets Shoutout From WWE Star On 'Hot Ones' $3 Sandwich From Elmwood Park Deli Gets Shoutout From WWE Star On 'Hot Ones' $3 Sandwich From Elmwood Park Deli Gets Shoutout From WWE Star On 'Hot Ones'
$3 Sandwich From Elmwood Park Deli Gets Shoutout From WWE Star On 'Hot Ones' It didn't take much to win over Liv Morgan during her high school days: just a $3 sandwich from a local deli. The 32-year-old WWE star and Elmwood Park native appeared on an episode of "Hot Ones" with Sean Evans, where she dished on two of her favorite hometown spots. Morgan, whose real name is Gionna Jene Daddio, recalled walking from Elmwood Park High School to Taste of Italia on Elm Street with friends during lunch. For $5, they could get a chicken cutlet sandwich. For just $3, they could grab a pizza sub, which Morgan described as bread, cheese, and sauce. Liv Morgan is a WWE …
Holy Name Breast Center Earns National Accreditation For Cancer Care Holy Name Breast Center Earns National Accreditation For Cancer Care Holy Name Breast Center Earns National Accreditation For Cancer Care
Holy Name Breast Center Earns National Accreditation For Cancer Care Holy Name Medical Center has earned national accreditation for its Breast Center through an American College of Surgeons program that evaluates standards for comprehensive breast disease and cancer care. The recognition comes through the American College of Surgeons' (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), which establishes standards for coordinated care covering prevention, screening, treatment and survivorship. Holy Name's Breast Center offers screening and diagnostic services, including 3D mammography, with radiologists, registered nurses and female breast imagin…
LIJ Opens New $12.6M Outpatient Cardiology Center LIJ Opens New $12.6M Outpatient Cardiology Center LIJ Opens New $12.6M Outpatient Cardiology Center
LIJ Opens New $12.6M Outpatient Cardiology Center A new $12.6 million outpatient cardiology center has opened, expanding access to heart specialists, diagnostic testing and treatment for residents of Nassau County and Queens. The Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center facility, located at 1111 Marcus Avenue in New Hyde Park, brings a range of cardiovascular services together outside the hospital campus. According to Northwell Health, the 10,233-square-foot center features 15 examination rooms and five specialized testing rooms, including dedicated spaces for echocardiography, stress testing and vascular imaging. The facility also offers …
New Jefferson Health Practice Offers Primary Care, OB-GYN Services New Jefferson Health Practice Offers Primary Care, OB-GYN Services New Jefferson Health Practice Offers Primary Care, OB-GYN Services
New Jefferson Health Practice Offers Primary Care, Ob-gyn Services A new Jefferson Health practice is offering primary care and obstetrical and gynecologic services at 2700 S. Eagle Road following its opening in September. The Jefferson Primary & Specialty Care – Newtown location brings several medical services together, including routine checkups, preventive care, and treatment for a wide range of health conditions. According to Jefferson Health, primary care clinicians treat patients with conditions such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, upper respiratory infections, and more. They also provide vaccinations, physical examinations, guidance o…
Former Hawthorne Chevrolet Site Hits Market For $5.25M, Could Become 60 Homes Former Hawthorne Chevrolet Site Hits Market For $5.25M, Could Become 60 Homes Former Hawthorne Chevrolet Site Hits Market For $5.25M, Could Become 60 Homes
Former Hawthorne Chevrolet Site Hits Market For $5.25M, Could Become 60 Homes A former car dealership property in North Jersey has hit the market for $5.25 million, with redevelopment plans allowing for up to 60 residential units. The 2.27-acre property at 471-491 Lafayette Avenue in Hawthorne, once home to the original Hawthorne Chevrolet, is being marketed as a redevelopment opportunity. The site spans approximately 98,881 square feet across two sections, with more than a block of frontage along Lafayette Avenue. It includes a 14,558-square-foot retail building. An adopted redevelopment plan allows for senior housing on one section of the property and a mixed-use …
Yale New Haven Children's Hospital Ranked No. 1 In Connecticut Yale New Haven Children's Hospital Ranked No. 1 In Connecticut Yale New Haven Children's Hospital Ranked No. 1 In Connecticut
Yale New Haven Children's Hospital Ranked No. 1 In Connecticut Seven pediatric specialties at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital earned national recognition as the hospital retained its No. 1 ranking in Connecticut and placed second in New England. According to Yale New Haven Health, the rankings by U.S. News & World Report included six specialties with specific national placements, along with recognition for pediatric behavioral health. Diabetes and Endocrinology ranked No. 19 nationally, followed by Gastroenterology and GI Surgery at No. 26 and Orthopedics at No. 34. Neonatology placed No. 37, Nephrology No. 46, and Pulmonology and Lung Surgery …
Anonymous $125M Gift To Support Jersey Shore Medical Center Expansion Anonymous $125M Gift To Support Jersey Shore Medical Center Expansion Anonymous $125M Gift To Support Jersey Shore Medical Center Expansion
Anonymous $125M Gift To Support Jersey Shore Medical Center Expansion A $125 million donation from an anonymous benefactor will support the expansion of Jersey Shore University Medical Center, marking the largest philanthropic gift in Hackensack Meridian Health's history. According to Hackensack Meridian Health, the donation is also the largest of its kind in New Jersey healthcare and ranks among the biggest contributions to a hospital or health system nationwide. The donor requested that a pavilion at the hospital be named in honor of the late John K. Lloyd, a longtime healthcare executive who helped shape the medical center and the broader health network. …
New Eye Care Center Opens At Bergen New Bridge For Patients 10 And Up New Eye Care Center Opens At Bergen New Bridge For Patients 10 And Up New Eye Care Center Opens At Bergen New Bridge For Patients 10 And Up
New Eye Care Center Opens At Bergen New Bridge For Patients 10 And Up Patients age 10 and older have a new option for eye exams, vision screenings, and treatment of potentially serious eye conditions at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. The hospital has added the ReFocus Eye Health Center to its expanding specialty services, offering everything from routine examinations to care for conditions that can threaten eyesight. According to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, services include diabetic eye exams, care for diabetic retinopathy, cataract evaluations, and glaucoma screening and management. Patients can also receive assessments for changes in vision, treat…
HealthAlliance Hospital Ranks 21st In NY For Fair Share Spending HealthAlliance Hospital Ranks 21st In NY For Fair Share Spending HealthAlliance Hospital Ranks 21st In NY For Fair Share Spending
HealthAlliance Hospital Ranks 21st In NY For Fair Share Spending HealthAlliance Hospital ranked 21st among 119 New York hospitals in the Lown Institute's 2026 Fair Share Spending rankings, earning national recognition for its investment in community health. Per Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), the hospital was among the top 20 percent nationwide for meeting or exceeding community investment obligations. The Lown Institute assesses hospital contributions through charity care, spending on community health and other benefits in relation to the tax exemptions hospitals receive. HealthAlliance has received distinctions from the institute…
Tiny Escape Artist Sends Virginia Police Down The Drain In Adorable Rescue (PHOTOS) Tiny Escape Artist Sends Virginia Police Down The Drain In Adorable Rescue (PHOTOS) Tiny Escape Artist Sends Virginia Police Down The Drain In Adorable Rescue (PHOTOS)
Tiny Escape Artist Sends Virginia Police Down The Drain In Adorable Rescue (Photos) Talk about being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Just ask one tiny Virginia kitten who found itself in a tight spot and needed a little help from the boys in blue. Officers with the Warrenton Police Department in Fauquier County went to unusual lengths to rescue the pint-sized troublemaker after it became trapped inside a drainage pipe. The cat rescue in Virginia. Warrenton Police And this little escape artist wasn't making things easy. According to the department, it took several attempts, plenty of patience, and some teamwork before officers could finally get their paws on …
The Time is Now for PA to Have a Clear AI Education Policy: Op-Ed The Time is Now for PA to Have a Clear AI Education Policy: Op-Ed The Time is Now for PA to Have a Clear AI Education Policy: Op-Ed
The Time is Now for PA to Have a Clear AI Education Policy: Op-Ed Artificial intelligence conjures up many feelings. For some, AI technology is a doomsday scenario: killer robots, job loss, and data centers. Yet for others, it’s the promise of utopia: cures for cancer, safer communities, and an economic boom. Call me a skeptic about AI ushering in a future free from irreversible medical issues and a simpler life where people want for nothing. But for the sake of argument, let’s assume that those goals are achievable. Seemingly incurable diseases will not be defeated by AI unless there are researchers and medical professionals who can use this tool to unde…
Teaneck Councilman's Mission To Bring Back Powerful Fading Message Teaneck Councilman's Mission To Bring Back Powerful Fading Message Teaneck Councilman's Mission To Bring Back Powerful Fading Message
Teaneck Councilman's Mission To Bring Back Powerful Fading Message A powerful message appeared in a Teaneck parking lot five years ago. "Sí Se Puede!" read the red, white, and blue words painted in the parking lot at the Richard Rodda Community Center. Spanning 36 by 28 feet, the mural was impossible to miss. And Teaneck Councilman Michael Pagan hoped its message would be, too. The Spanish phrase, which translates to "Yes, we can," was meant to inspire generations of children to dream big, regardless of their backgrounds. The message was especially meaningful to Teaneck's Latino community, but was intended for everyone, Pagan said. "For all of our yo…
Somerset Shopping Plaza Sells For $14.5M After Bidding War Somerset Shopping Plaza Sells For $14.5M After Bidding War Somerset Shopping Plaza Sells For $14.5M After Bidding War
Somerset Shopping Plaza Sells For $14.5M After Bidding War A fully occupied shopping plaza in Central Jersey has sold for $14.5 million following a competitive bidding process that drew more than 22 approved bidders, a commercial real estate firm announced. Veronica Plaza, a 33,608-square-foot retail center at Route 27 and Veronica Avenue in Somerset, fetched the second-highest price per square foot for a retail center sale in Somerset County, according to Cushman & Wakefield, which arranged the deal. The shopping center sits on approximately five acres and is home to 18 tenants, including restaurants, medical offices, financial services and ot…
Door Shattered, Registers Stolen As Thieves Strike Baltimore Sisters' Cafe Twice In Six Weeks Door Shattered, Registers Stolen As Thieves Strike Baltimore Sisters' Cafe Twice In Six Weeks Door Shattered, Registers Stolen As Thieves Strike Baltimore Sisters' Cafe Twice In Six Weeks
Door Shattered, Registers Stolen As Thieves Strike Baltimore Sisters' Cafe Twice In Six Weeks Twice in just two months, a longtime Maryland restaurant has been left picking up the pieces. Now, the community it has served for decades is stepping up to return the favor. One World Cafe, a neighborhood staple near Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, is getting a helping hand after back-to-back break-ins left sisters Cindy and Susan Novak facing mounting expenses and another setback for their small business. The sisters, both Baltimore natives and graduates of the Institute of Notre Dame, have spent years building a place where customers can gather over a meal and feel at home. Now, …
'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Ardsley — Here's Where 'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Ardsley — Here's Where 'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Ardsley — Here's Where
'Law & Order: SVU' Films In Ardsley — Here's Where A Westchester County village had some excitement this week when cameras rolled for an upcoming episode of NBC's hit crime drama "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," with one of the show's stars spotted on location.   Filming took place in Addyman Square in Ardsley on Wednesday, Oct. 7, bringing cast members, production crews, and cameras to the village's downtown area.  Among those spotted was Peter Scanavino, who plays Assistant District Attorney Dominick "Sonny" Carisi Jr. on the long-running series. Scanavino was seen walking toward a blue car with New Jersey license plates alongside…
Guinness To Pour Final Pint At Popular Maryland Brewery After Welcoming Millions Guinness To Pour Final Pint At Popular Maryland Brewery After Welcoming Millions Guinness To Pour Final Pint At Popular Maryland Brewery After Welcoming Millions
Guinness To Pour Final Pint At Popular Maryland Brewery After Welcoming Millions After more than eight years, millions of visitors, and hundreds of beers, a popular Maryland brewery is preparing to pour its final pint. Guinness Open Gate Brewery, located at 5001 Washington Blvd. in Halethorpe, will close to the public on Sunday, Nov. 1, ending a run that helped turn a historic Baltimore County distillery property into a destination for beer lovers. For Maryland beer enthusiasts, it marks the end of an experiment that brought one of Ireland's most recognizable brands to the heart of the American craft brewing scene. Guinness opened the Baltimore County brewery in 2018, …
Sydney Sweeney Spotted Filming At William Paterson University Sydney Sweeney Spotted Filming At William Paterson University Sydney Sweeney Spotted Filming At William Paterson University
Sydney Sweeney Spotted Filming At William Paterson University Sydney Sweeney is back in the Garden State. The 29-year-old actress was spotted filming at William Paterson University in Wayne, according to the school's student newspaper, The Beacon. Student reporter Michael Mendez confirmed with crew members that filming was underway for "The Housemaid's Secret," the sequel to "The Housemaid." The thriller, slated for release in 2027, also stars Paul Anthony Kelly, Brittany Snow, and Kirsten Dunst, according to IMDb. Paul Feig is directing.  The movie follows Millie, who takes a housekeeping job working for a woman she is forbidden from seeing. A…
1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract 1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract 1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract
1,300 Hudson Valley Building Workers Win Largest Raises Ever In New Union Contract More than 1,300 building service workers across Westchester County and the Hudson Valley will receive wage increases and improved pensions after union members approved a new four-year contract.  Members of 32BJ SEIU, which represents doorpersons, porters, building superintendents, and maintenance workers, voted to ratify the agreement on Thursday, Oct. 8, the union announced Friday, Oct. 9.  The contract was negotiated between the union and the Building and Realty Institute of Westchester and the Mid-Hudson Region, with the two sides reaching a tentative agreement on Monday, Sept.…
Repair Work On Congers Lake Trailway Begins — Here's When It Will Reopen Repair Work On Congers Lake Trailway Begins — Here's When It Will Reopen Repair Work On Congers Lake Trailway Begins — Here's When It Will Reopen
Repair Work On Congers Lake Trailway Begins — Here's When It Will Reopen A popular walking trail in Rockland County that has been partially closed for nearly six months is finally getting repaired, with the full loop around the lake expected to soon reopen.  Repair work began this week on the Congers Lake Trailway in Clarkstown, according to an announcement from Town Supervisor George Hoehmann and Council members Mike Graziano and Bob Axelrod on Thursday, Oct. 8.  The trailway has been partially closed since April 2026 after several support pilings separated from the boardwalk decking, prompting the town to shut down the section between location marker…
Blackstone Ice Cream Shop Owner Blasts Customers Rude To Teen Workers: 'Act Your Age' Blackstone Ice Cream Shop Owner Blasts Customers Rude To Teen Workers: 'Act Your Age' Blackstone Ice Cream Shop Owner Blasts Customers Rude To Teen Workers: 'Act Your Age'
Blackstone Ice Cream Shop Owner Blasts Customers Rude To Teen Workers: 'Act Your Age' A Massachusetts ice cream shop owner is going viral for a profanity-filled post calling out a customer for yelling at a teen employee. David Forgit, co-owner of Coldstuff Ice Cream in Blackstone, posted the angry Facebook message on Sunday, Oct. 4. The outburst came after Forgit said a customer was upset when a sundae cost about 20 cents more than expected. The Facebook post exploded in popularity, receiving more than 295,000 likes and 23,000 comments as of press time. "I swear to God. STOP YELLING AT MY F***ING EMPLOYEES," Forgit wrote. "They are children. This job, for m…
Meet NJ's Best Teacher In (Almost) Every County Meet NJ's Best Teacher In (Almost) Every County Meet NJ's Best Teacher In (Almost) Every County
Meet NJ's Best Teacher In (Almost) Every County New Jersey's top teachers are getting their moment in the spotlight, with 19 educators earning countywide honors and one dance teacher taking home the state's top prize. The New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) announced its 2026-27 County Teachers of the Year on Thursday, Oct. 1, recognizing educators for their impact on students, leadership and dedication to public education (scroll down for the full list of best teacher in each New Jersey county). Hannah Olmo, a dance teacher at Dover High School, was named New Jersey State Teacher of the Year on Wednesday, Oct. 7. Olmo, who has …
$13M Development With 61 Apartments, Café Breaks Ground At Past Blighted Site In Haverstraw $13M Development With 61 Apartments, Café Breaks Ground At Past Blighted Site In Haverstraw $13M Development With 61 Apartments, Café Breaks Ground At Past Blighted Site In Haverstraw
$13M Development With 61 Apartments, Café Breaks Ground At Past Blighted Site In Haverstraw Construction is underway on a $13 million development that will transform a former blighted property in Rockland County into a five-story building with dozens of apartments, a café, and community space. The Village Square project in downtown Haverstraw will include 61 residential units along with commercial and community space, the New York State Department of State announced on Wednesday, Oct. 7.   The development received $1.67 million in state funding through New York's Downtown Revitalization Initiative, which supports projects aimed at improving downtown neighborhoods. &…
Alex Dannett Remembered For Infectious Smile After Fatal Maryland Crash: 'Forever 28' Alex Dannett Remembered For Infectious Smile After Fatal Maryland Crash: 'Forever 28' Alex Dannett Remembered For Infectious Smile After Fatal Maryland Crash: 'Forever 28'
Alex Dannett Remembered For Infectious Smile After Fatal Maryland Crash: 'Forever 28' Alex Dannett had the kind of smile that could light up a room. Now, a Maryland family is facing a future without the 28-year-old they loved so dearly. Family and friends are preparing to gather in Anne Arundel County on Friday, Oct. 9, for a candlelight vigil honoring Dannett, who died following a car crash. To those who knew him, Alex was much more than another young life lost on the road. He was a son, grandson, nephew, cousin, and devoted big brother to two younger sisters who face life without him. And to his friends, he was someone whose infectious smile and positive spirit m…