Democratic Congressman Dies After 20 Years In Office Democratic Congressman Dies After 20 Years In Office
Democratic Congressman Dies After 20 Years In Office David Scott, a 12-term Democratic congressman has died. His death was confirmed Wednesday, April 22, by his office and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The 80-year-old Scott represented Georgia’s 13th Congressional District, which includes parts of metro Atlanta, since 2003.  Known for his focus on economic development, civil rights, and veterans’ affairs, Scott was a trailblazer in Congress and a respected advocate for his constituents. He was the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee, Scott’s political career spanned nearly five decades. Before joinin…
Washington Post Editor Found Dead After Layoff: Reports Washington Post Editor Found Dead After Layoff: Reports
Washington Post Editor Found Dead After Layoff: Reports Dan Eggen, a Pulitzer-prizewinning reporter and longtime Washington Post editor, was found dead at 60 years, the outlet reports. Eggen was laid off earlier this year in a round of mass cuts. His ex-wife, Stephanie Armour, confirmed Eggen's death to the Washington Post. No foul play is suspected and a formal cause is pending an autopsy. A GoFundMe created by Jenna Johnson for Eggen's children, Madeleine and Max, had a goal of raising $45,000. Eggen joined The Washington Post in 1997, starting as a Metro reporter before covering the Justice Department, national security, and the Wh…
Rif Hutton Dies: Beloved Actor Starred On 'Doogie Howser,'  'JAG' Rif Hutton Dies: Beloved Actor Starred On 'Doogie Howser,'  'JAG'
Rif Hutton Dies: Beloved Actor Starred On 'Doogie Howser,' 'JAG' Rif Hutton, a veteran actor best known for his roles on "Doogie Howser, M.D." and "JAG," has died. Hutton's death at age 73 came on Saturday, April 18, at his home in Pasadena, California, following a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Hutton was a prolific performer with a career spanning decades. He played Dr. Ron Welch, a recurring character and close friend of Neil Patrick Harris’s character on "Doogie Howser, M.D.," appearing in 17 episodes from 1989 to 1993.  On "JAG," he portrayed Lt. Cmdr. Alan Mattoni in five epi…
Norwood Mourns Death Of Beloved Coach As Support Surges For Family: ‘He Showed Up For Everyone’ Norwood Mourns Death Of Beloved Coach As Support Surges For Family: ‘He Showed Up For Everyone’
Norwood Mourns Death Of Beloved Coach As Support Surges For Family: ‘He Showed Up For Everyone’ The Norwood community is mourning the loss of a man who helped shape generations of young athletes and families as a youth hockey coach and leader. Mike Flynn, a former president and longtime coach of the Norwood Nuggets, has died, according to friends. He is survived by his wife and three children and leaves a lasting impact on the community and the players he loved dearly. Now, his community is repaying that kindness to his family. Loved ones created a GoFundMe to help pay for his funeral expenses and provide for his loved ones. Mike has always been a friend to everyone. The kind of pers…
10-Year-Old Killed In Central Mass Crash Remembered As ‘Pure Light,' 'Full Of Promise' 10-Year-Old Killed In Central Mass Crash Remembered As ‘Pure Light,' 'Full Of Promise'
10-Year-Old Killed In Central Mass Crash Remembered As ‘Pure Light,' 'Full Of Promise' A Massachusetts community is coming together to remember a 10-year-old girl who was killed over the weekend in a car crash. Loved ones described the fourth-grader as "pure light." Marleigh Guevara died after being struck shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, on School Street in Webster, police said.  Guevara was a student at Park Avenue Elementary School in Webster. Grief counselors were on hand Monday if students needed them.  "We are heartbroken at the loss of one of our young 4th-grade students, Marleigh, whose life was tragically cut short in an accident," Webster…
‘Her Laugh Was Infectious’: Family Remembers Marlborough Woman Found Dead In CT Home ‘Her Laugh Was Infectious’: Family Remembers Marlborough Woman Found Dead In CT Home
‘Her Laugh Was Infectious’: Family Remembers Marlborough Woman Found Dead In CT Home A 26-year-old woman found dead inside a Connecticut home is being remembered by loved ones as a vibrant presence who left a lasting mark on everyone she met. Janina Brooke Murphy, of Marlborough, Massachusetts, was found at a Claire Hill Road home in Burlington on March 29, Connecticut State Police said. Police have not disclosed the cause of death.  Her family said Brooke was a caring woman who was the "definition of a free spirit."  "Her kindness was legendary, offered freely and without hesitation," her obituary said. "Brooke loved her family and friends with a depth and …
'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone' 'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone'
'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone' An Irish actor known in the US for his role in "Game of Thrones" has died from a rare neurological condition. Michael Patrick, whose real name was Michael Campbell, died on Tuesday, April 7, at Northern Ireland Hospice. The 35-year-old was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in February 2023. Patrick's wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Wednesday, April 8. "He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there," Sheehan wrote. "He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Words can't describe how br…
Milton Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’ Milton Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’
Milton Mom Of 3 Dies After Rare Cancer Fight, Remembered As ‘Profound Blessing To All’ A young mother who made everyone feel “so special, so seen, and so deeply loved” is being remembered across her community as support pours in for her family after her death. Lara Roche, 39, of Milton and formerly of Stoneham, died on Easter Sunday, surrounded by her loving family and close friends, after battling a rare cancer. She leaves behind her husband, Kenneth Roche, and their three children, Paige, 9, Caroline, 7, and Luke, 4. In the wake of her death, the community has come together to support them. Loved ones have created a GoFundMe to help the family as they face life without he…
Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Starred In 'The World According To Garp' Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Starred In 'The World According To Garp'
Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Starred In 'The World According To Garp' Actress Mary Beth Hurt, known for her distinguished work on stage and screen, has died. Hurt passed away on Saturday, March 28, at an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, following a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 79.  Her death was confirmed by her husband, writer-director Paul Schrader, and their daughter, Molly Schrader, on social media, where they expressed comfort that she is "no longer suffering and reunited with her sisters in peace." Born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, Hurt rose to prominence…
Missing Acton Man Found Dead In Central Mass Lake After 6-Month Search Missing Acton Man Found Dead In Central Mass Lake After 6-Month Search
Missing Acton Man Found Dead In Central Mass Lake After 6-Month Search The body of a Central Massachusetts man who had been missing for nearly six months has been found. Leonard Mercury, 57, of Acton, was recovered from Crystal Lake in Gardner on Wednesday, March 25, the Worcester County District Attorney's Office said. Gardner Police used drones to search the lake. During that aerial sweep, investigators spotted what appeared to be a body in the water. The Massachusetts State Police Dive Team then recovered the remains. Mercury went missing around 2 a.m. on Oct. 31, 2025, after leaving a Gardner hospital. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determ…
Valerie Perrine Dies: Oscar-Nominated Actress Best-Known For Roles In 'Superman,' 'Lenny' Valerie Perrine Dies: Oscar-Nominated Actress Best-Known For Roles In 'Superman,' 'Lenny'
Valerie Perrine Dies: Oscar-Nominated Actress Best-Known For Roles In 'Superman,' 'Lenny' Valerie Perrine, the Oscar-nominated actress and former Las Vegas showgirl who captivated audiences with her role as Lex Luthor’s witty and charming accomplice in the "Superman" films, has died. Perrine's death at age 82 came on Monday, March 23, at her home in Beverly Hills after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. She was first diagnosed in 2015, and her courageous fight was chronicled in the 2020 documentary "Valerie." Perrine gained widespread recognition for playing Eve Teschmacher in "Superman" (1978) and "Superman II" (1980), in which her character famously saved Superman. Beyo…
Kiki Shepard Dies Suddenly: Popular TV Host, Broadway Star Kiki Shepard Dies Suddenly: Popular TV Host, Broadway Star
Kiki Shepard Dies Suddenly: Popular TV Host, Broadway Star Kiki Shepard, the legendary co-host of "Showtime at the Apollo," died suddenly at age 74 after suffering a massive heart attack in Los Angeles on Monday, March 16, her representative confirmed. Born Chiquita Renee Shepard in northeast Texas, Shepard became a cornerstone of Black entertainment and a guiding light for generations of performers.  She was best known for her 15-year run on "Showtime at the Apollo" from 1987 to 2002, where she earned the nickname "Apollo Queen of Fashion" for her signature elegance and style. Shepard co-hosted alongside stars like Steve Harvey, Sinbad, and M…