'One Of A Kind': CT Teen Killed In Running Accident, Community Rallies For Family 'One Of A Kind': CT Teen Killed In Running Accident, Community Rallies For Family
'One Of A Kind': CT Teen Killed In Running Accident, Community Rallies For Family A 19-year-old Connecticut man remembered for his deep faith, quiet kindness, and devotion to family has died following an accident during a long run, leaving the community heartbroken and rallying around his loved ones. Luke Pesce's loved ones have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help his family pay for funeral and burial expenses. "Our family is living through an unimaginable heartbreak following the sudden and tragic loss of our beloved nephew, Luke Pesce, who passed away at just 19 years old after a tragic accident during a long run," wrote Kathleen Sallen, the fundraiser's organizer. T…
'Carrie Showed Up For People': Support Pours In For Children Of Slain CT Cafe Owner 'Carrie Showed Up For People': Support Pours In For Children Of Slain CT Cafe Owner
'Carrie Showed Up For People': Support Pours In For Children Of Slain CT Cafe Owner A Connecticut community is mourning the loss of a beloved business owner whose generosity, volunteerism, and support for local causes left a lasting mark on the town she called home. Carrie Stetson, 54, of Winsted, was found dead inside a home in the 200 block of Oak Street on Monday night, June 9. Leon Stetson, 67, was found with serious injuries and was flown to Hartford Hospital, where he remained in critical condition, Winchester police said. Police believe the mother of three and business owner was killed in a domestic violence incident. Authorities have not said how she died. The los…
'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash 'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash
'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash The family of a 21-year-old Connecticut man killed in a motorcycle crash said he loved the outdoors and spending time with the people and animals he loved.  Dylan Owen Keefe died following a crash on Gilead Street (Route 85) in Hebron on Sunday, June 7, Connecticut State Police said. Keefe was riding a Harley-Davidson when it collided with a 2011 Subaru Legacy that was turning left into a driveway. Investigators said Keefe was attempting to pass the Subaru on the left when the collision occurred. The impact threw Keefe from his motorcycle and down an embankment, state police said. The Subar…
'Forever In Our Hearts': Fundraiser Nears $50K For Widow Of CT Firefighter Killed In Crash 'Forever In Our Hearts': Fundraiser Nears $50K For Widow Of CT Firefighter Killed In Crash
'Forever In Our Hearts': Fundraiser Nears $50K For Widow Of CT Firefighter Killed In Crash A Connecticut community is rallying around the widow of a volunteer firefighter who was killed in a motorcycle crash, with a campaign that has raised nearly $50,000.  Zak McKeon, 37, died after a motorcycle and SUV collided on West Main Street in Branford on Wednesday, June 3, according to police. He was riding home from his job at Hen and Heifer, where he had worked as a baker for many years. A GoFundMe created to help his wife said McKeon became trapped under his motorcycle after it caught fire. He regained consciousness briefly at the hospital and was awake long enough to tell doct…
Support Floods In For Firefighter Killed In Line Of Duty As Community Honors Hero Support Floods In For Firefighter Killed In Line Of Duty As Community Honors Hero
Support Floods In For Firefighter Killed In Line Of Duty As Community Honors Hero A beloved Boston firefighter who died while rushing to save others will be laid to rest next week, as support pours in for his grieving family through a non-profit and fundraising campaign that's drawing in tributes from across the state.  The Boston Fire Department announced that the wake for Rescue Company 2 firefighter Robert T. “BK” Kilduff Jr. will be held Sunday, May 31, at Saint Theresa of Avila Church in West Roxbury from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. A uniformed member walkthrough is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. His funeral Mass will take place Monday, June 1, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the…
Police ID Fisherman Who Drowned In CT Glen Police ID Fisherman Who Drowned In CT Glen
Police ID Fisherman Who Drowned In CT Glen A 27-year-old Connecticut fisherman died over the weekend after going underwater in a river in Fairfield County. Freddie Pulla, of Bridgeport, was fishing near Devil's Glen in Weston on Sunday evening, May 25, when he entered the water and did not resurface around 6:20 p.m., fire officials said. Cold-water rescue crews from the Weston Fire Department searched the river but could not find him because of the poor conditions, officials said. The Norwalk Police Department’s Scuba Team was then called in to help. Divers located Pulla about 20 feet below the surface around 8:30 p.m., according t…
23-Year-Old Woman Killed In CT Crash Remembered For ‘Warmth’ As Family Seeks Help 23-Year-Old Woman Killed In CT Crash Remembered For ‘Warmth’ As Family Seeks Help
23-Year-Old Woman Killed In CT Crash Remembered For ‘Warmth’ As Family Seeks Help A 23-year-old woman killed after the car she was in crashed into a tree in Connecticut is being remembered for her warmth, friendships, and love for family and friends. Jocelyn Hernandez, of West Haven, died after the single-car crash just before 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16, in the 600 block of Woodward Avenue in New Haven, police said. Hernandez was riding in the front passenger seat. The driver, a 20-year-old Bridgeport resident, suffered serious injuries and remains in critical condition, police said. An 18-year-old passenger from Bridgeport suffered injuries that were not considered life…
Family Of Toddler, Mother, Aunt Killed In Fiery Merritt Parkway Hit-Run Start Fundraiser Family Of Toddler, Mother, Aunt Killed In Fiery Merritt Parkway Hit-Run Start Fundraiser
Family Of Toddler, Mother, Aunt Killed In Fiery Merritt Parkway Hit-Run Start Fundraiser A New Jersey community is rallying around a family after a toddler, her mother, and her aunt were killed in a fiery Connecticut hit-and-run crash last week. Loved ones are now asking for help bringing the child’s body home to Guatemala while her father remains in ICE custody. The crash happened just before 5 a.m. May 10, on the Merritt Parkway near Exit 36 South in Stratford, according to Connecticut State Police. Police said 2-year-old Yanelet DePaz died alongside Maria E. Vasquez Chacon, 29, and Joselyn Vasquez-Chacon, 25, all of Trenton, New Jersey.  Loved ones created a&…
Former CT Volunteer Fire Chief Dies Following Cancer Battle After 50 Years Of Service Former CT Volunteer Fire Chief Dies Following Cancer Battle After 50 Years Of Service
Former CT Volunteer Fire Chief Dies Following Cancer Battle After 50 Years Of Service A longtime former Connecticut volunteer fire chief has died following a battle with cancer. He served his community for more than 50 years, and now residents are giving back to the family he leaves behind. Glenn Martone, who served as chief of the Brookfield Volunteer Fire Company for decades, died Sunday, May 17, surrounded by family, according to his obituary. He was 70.  A Brookfield High School graduate from the Class of 1973, Martone served the Brookfield Volunteer Fire Company as chief, president, and board member during his time with the department. “His leadership, mentorship,…
‘A Kind And Sweet Boy’: Family Of CT Teen Killed In Crash Working To Send His Body Home ‘A Kind And Sweet Boy’: Family Of CT Teen Killed In Crash Working To Send His Body Home
‘A Kind And Sweet Boy’: Family Of CT Teen Killed In Crash Working To Send His Body Home An 18-year-old Connecticut man killed in a violent crash earlier this week is now at the center of a heartbreaking effort to bring him back to Guatemala so his family can say goodbye. Investigators said a Subaru Legacy carrying two passengers collided with a Mazda 3i carrying two passengers. Police said the driver of the Mazda suffered life-threatening injuries and remains in critical condition. Another passenger in the Mazda suffered non-life-threatening injuries and is in stable condition. Luis was the only fatality, and his loved ones said his death has left a devastating void in their f…
Body Found In Connecticut River ID’d As Missing Massachusetts Man Body Found In Connecticut River ID’d As Missing Massachusetts Man
Body Found In Connecticut River ID’d As Missing Massachusetts Man A body pulled from the Connecticut River earlier this month has been identified as a Massachusetts man who vanished in January. Officials said Monday, May 18, that Donald Plasse, 63, of Holyoke, was the person found near the Chester-Lyme Ferry on May 9. Plasse had been missing since Jan. 13 following an incident near the Connecticut River in South Hadley, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. The discovery happened around 12:25 p.m. when a vessel traveling on the river reported seeing a body in the water, officials said. Environmental Conservation…
'Lives Will Never Be The Same': Loved Ones Remember Motorcyclist Killed In Route 32 Crash 'Lives Will Never Be The Same': Loved Ones Remember Motorcyclist Killed In Route 32 Crash
'Lives Will Never Be The Same': Loved Ones Remember Motorcyclist Killed In Route 32 Crash A 30-year-old Connecticut motorcyclist who was killed last week in a violent crash with an SUV has been identified, authorities said. Devan Nolet, of Mansfield, was killed in a Thursday, May 15, crash shortly before 6 p.m. outside Apollo Pizza on Route 32 in Windham, Connecticut State Police said Monday. Investigators said a 2019 silver Ford Explorer was heading north on Route 32 and attempting to turn left into the Apollo Pizza driveway. At the same time, a 2009 Suzuki GSX-R750 motorcycle was traveling southbound when it slammed into the SUV’s right front end, police said. Nolet was throw…