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New Jersey Golf Tournament: Simon John 28, University of Notre Dame Graduate Dies After Lightning Strike – Franklin Lakes, NJ

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New Jersey Golf Tournament Simon John 28, Dies After Lightning Strike - Franklin Lakes, NJ

Franklin Lakes, NJ — Simon John Mariani, a 28-year-old investment associate and University of Notre Dame graduate, died Monday, July 14, 2025, from injuries sustained after being struck by lightning during a golf tournament in Hardyston Township, New Jersey. The tragic incident occurred Tuesday, July 8, at the Ballyowen Golf Club, part of the Crystal … Read more

I-55 Traffic Alert: Semi‑Trailer Truck Crashes on I‑55 at Renwick Road, No Injuries

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I-55 Traffic Alert Semi‑Trailer Truck Crashes on I‑55 at Renwick Road, No Injuries

PLAINFIELD, Ill. — A semi‑trailer crash on Interstate 55 southbound at Renwick Road snarled afternoon traffic on Tuesday, leaving commuters stuck for miles but fortunately resulting in no injuries, according to Illinois State Police. At approximately 4:29 p.m., the northbound tractor‑trailer struck a concrete barrier, suffering significant front‑end damage and rupturing its fuel tank. Emergency crews quickly … Read more

Patrick Boettger Obituary, New Lenox: Illinois Firearms Safety Instructor and Navy Veteran, Passes Away

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Patrick Boettger Obituary, New Lenox Illinois Firearms Safety Instructor and Navy Veteran, Passes Away

New Lenox, IL — Patrick Boettger passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2025, surrounded by family in New Lenox. Born April 12, 1970*, he was a dedicated Navy veteran, firearms and self-defense instructor, and a pillar of his tight-knit community. Patrick began his career in the U.S. Navy, serving abroad where his resilience and leadership earned … Read more

Obituary: Edward “Ed” Kaplan, Zebra Technologies Co-Founder and Kaplan Institute Founder at IIT Dies in Highland Park

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Edward “Ed” Lawrence Kaplan

Highland Park, IL — Edward “Ed” Lawrence Kaplan, beloved innovator, mentor, and family patriarch, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, at the age of 82. A lifelong Chicagoan, Ed was born on November 19, 1942, to Meyer and Bee Kaplan, who preceded him in death. Ed’s life was defined by an extraordinary blend of … Read more

Barrie Robran Obituary: South Australia’s Most Revered Football Legend, Dies at 77

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Barrie Robran, South Australia's Most Revered Football Legend, Dies at 77

Australian rules football is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic figures with the passing of Barrie Robran, aged 77. Widely hailed as the greatest footballer South Australia has ever produced, Robran’s influence on the game transcended statistics, leaving an enduring legacy defined by brilliance, humility, and devotion to his club and state. … Read more

Fatal School Trip Incident: Father of Singapore Student Jenna Chan Demands Accountability from Singapore’s Private Schools”

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Fatal School Trip Incident Father of Singapore Student Jenna Chan Demands Accountability from Singapore’s Private Schools”

SINGAPORE — The promising life of Jenna Chan, a bright and spirited 15-year-old student at St. Joseph’s Institution International (SJII), was cut short on 8 November 2024 during a school-led snorkeling expedition near Dhigurah island in the Maldives. Jenna was participating in a National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA) programme in partnership with the Maldives Whale … Read more

Robert “Bob” Josefsberg Obtuary, Miami, FLA: South Florida Courtroom Litigator Dies at 68

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Robert “Bob” Josefsberg Obtuary, Miami, FLA South Florida Courtroom Litigator Dies at 68

MIAMI, Fla. — South Florida’s legal community is mourning the loss of Robert “Bob” Josefsberg, a distinguished trial attorney whose fierce courtroom advocacy was always tempered by grace and decency. He passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 68, suffering a fatal heart attack during a deposition—moments before concluding testimony, with his … Read more

Hit‑and‑Run Accident: Fauja Singh, “Turbaned Tornado” and World’s Oldest Marathon Runner, Dies at 114 in Punjab, India

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Hit‑and‑Run Accident Fauja Singh, “Turbaned Tornado” and World’s Oldest Marathon Runner, Dies at 114 in Punjab, India

BEAS PIND, Punjab, India — Fauja Singh, affectionately known as the “Turbaned Tornado,” passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 114, after being struck by a vehicle in a hit‑and‑run near his native village Beas Pind in Punjab, India. He succumbed to severe head injuries at a local hospital after emergency responders … Read more

Wendy Anne Sykes, A Cook Dies at 82 in Holmewood Manor Care Home

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TEMPLE NORMANTON — Wendy Anne Sykes, a cherished cook and lifelong resident of Temple Normanton, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024, at Holmewood Manor Care Home. She was 82, leaving behind a legacy of hospitality, warmth, and quiet leadership. Born and raised in Temple Normanton, Wendy’s culinary journey began in her childhood kitchen, where … Read more

Emmerson Dube Obituary: Community Mourned Resident in London, Ontario

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Emmerson Dube

LONDON, ONTARIO — The London, Ontario community is grieving the recent passing of Emmerson Dube, a devoted father, steadfast friend, and guiding light for countless immigrants and families. Known for his unshakeable faith, steady character, and quiet generosity, Emmerson’s death marks the end of a life that touched many—and leaves behind a legacy that continues … Read more