Alert Issued For Missing Yonkers Teen Alert Issued For Missing Yonkers Teen
Alert Issued For Missing Yonkers Teen Authorities are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 18-year-old man who was last seen in Westchester.  Jasiah Jones was reported missing on Thursday, Aug. 15 after last being seen on Jackson Avenue in Yonkers on Wednesday, Aug. 14 at around 10:20 p.m., according to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services.  Jones, who is 5-foot-5 and 150 pounds, is believed to be suicidal and may be in need of medical attention, officials said.  He is a Black man with black hair and brown eyes. Jones was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and white sneakers,…
Massachusetts' Littlest Garbage Man Makes His Rounds Thanks To Make-A-Wish Massachusetts' Littlest Garbage Man Makes His Rounds Thanks To Make-A-Wish
Massachusetts' Littlest Garbage Man Makes His Rounds Thanks To Make-a-wish For four-year-old Alan, there was always something special about the garbage trucks that came through his Ashland neighborhood each week. He fell in love with the big green machines and wanted to be like the men and women who drove them.  He even dressed up as a garbage man for Halloween one year.  So, it was a no-brainer when Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island offered him the chance to make a wish that he would don the high-vis vest and hard hat and climb aboard a WM truck to put in a hard day's work. They even gave him a time card to punch in and out.   …
Sun River Health Doctor Talks Ankle Sprains Sun River Health Doctor Talks Ankle Sprains
Sun River Health Doctor Talks Ankle Sprains Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries. If you find yourself with a sprained ankle, here are some helpful tips to get you back on your feet in no time. What is an ankle sprain? An ankle sprain happens when one or more ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn. You’re most likely to sprain your ankle when your toes are on the ground and your heel is up, as this puts your ankle’s ligaments under tension. A sudden force, like landing on an uneven surface, may turn your ankle inward and hurt one or more of your ligaments. Treating a sprained ankle. An easy way to …
Spring Into Self-Care: Salons, Spas To Hold Month-Long Special Offers In White Plains Spring Into Self-Care: Salons, Spas To Hold Month-Long Special Offers In White Plains
Spring Into Self-Care: Salons, Spas To Hold Month-Long Special Offers In White Plains To help residents shake off their winter blues as spring approaches, several beauty businesses in a Westchester city will be holding special offers on self-care services.  The White Plains Business Improvement District will be holding its promotional event "MARCH Into Self-Care" beginning on Friday, March 1, and continuing until Sunday, March 31.  As part of the event, participating salons, spas, and other beauty establishments in downtown White Plains will hold specials on pampering and wellness services such as haircuts, acupuncture, facials, therapeutic IVs, massages, and more.…
“No More Needles!” Says Mass Woman After Achieving Weight Loss Success “No More Needles!” Says Mass Woman After Achieving Weight Loss Success
“No More Needles!” Says Mass Woman After Achieving Weight Loss Success Diabetes doesn’t have to be a lifelong companion. OwnaHealth is here to change the narrative. With an impressive 93% success rate in beating diabetes, our medical coaching program is redefining diabetes management. Our approach is not just about managing symptoms; it’s about turning the tide on diabetes. At OwnaHealth, we believe that effective diabetes care extends beyond medication. It’s about a holistic approach, combining medical expertise with personalized coaching. This is where our team of top medical professionals comes in, offering tailored strategies and support that resonate with…
Jogger Killed In NJ Hit-Run Crash Was Wellness Industry 'Legend,' Harvard Biz School Grad Jogger Killed In NJ Hit-Run Crash Was Wellness Industry 'Legend,' Harvard Biz School Grad
Jogger Killed In NJ Hit-Run Crash Was Wellness Industry 'Legend,' Harvard Biz School Grad Julia Sutton, the founder of an international spa and wellness brand, has been identified as the victim killed in a hit-and-run crash in Brick Township earlier this month. Julia Sutton, 56, of Weehawken, was struck by a vehicle driven by 19-year-old Mark Carey, Jr. of South Amboy earlier this month on Route 35, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Mark Carey has been arrested in a hit-and-run crash that left a female pedestrian dead in Brick, authorities said. Ocean County Prosecutor's Office Sutton founded the boutique wellness company Exhale Spa in 2002. The company, which has locat…
VSU Grad, Former Cheerleader Kayla Clayton Dies, 31 VSU Grad, Former Cheerleader Kayla Clayton Dies, 31
VSU Grad, Former Cheerleader Kayla Clayton Dies, 31 Kayla Clayton, a New Jersey native who relocated to the Washington DC area, died on Oct. 10 at 31 years old. A cause of death was not listed, however, her obituary on the Lawson Funeral Home website notes that Kayla "fought a good fight." Kayla Felice Clayton, who was raised in Long Branch where she was a high school cheerleader, went on to attend Virginia State University, where she graduated with her bachelor's in psychology, according to her LinkedIn profile.  Kayla's obituary says she received a full scholarship to a study abroad program in Boswana, Africa, where she performed res…
3 NJ Seniors Revealed As Contestants On 'Golden Bachelor' 3 NJ Seniors Revealed As Contestants On 'Golden Bachelor'
3 NJ Seniors Revealed As Contestants On 'Golden Bachelor' For the first time in Bachelor franchise history, 22 women in the prime of their lives will roll up their stockings and step into the spotlight for a chance at love. Three of the women — all ages 60 to 75 and hoping for lasting love with Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner — hail from New Jersey. They are: Anna, 61, a retired nutritionist from Summit Maria, 60, a health and wellness director from Teaneck Theresa, 69, a financial services professional from Shrewsbury These accomplished golden ladies will take time away from their established home lives, friends and family, in the quest to redisco…
Ground Level Beach Club Among Highlights Of Luxury Athletic Club Coming To Jersey Shore Ground Level Beach Club Among Highlights Of Luxury Athletic Club Coming To Jersey Shore
Ground Level Beach Club Among Highlights Of Luxury Athletic Club Coming To Jersey Shore A massive athletic club complete with a ground-level, resort-like beach club is under construction in Monmouth County. The Life Time facility in Middletown, its eighth in New Jersey, is expected to be complete in 2024. Click here to get on the wait list. Once finished, Life Time Middletown – Red Bank will provide a highly personalized, luxury approach to health and wellness with modern architecture, beautiful spaces and an abundance of amenities.  Highlights include: Three-floor building with an additional 50,000-square-foot, ground level outdoor beach club and bistro with leis…
Christina 'Rowan' Choi Of Fairfax Dies, 30 Christina 'Rowan' Choi Of Fairfax Dies, 30
Christina 'Rowan' Choi Of Fairfax Dies, 30 The mother of a 30-year-old Fairfax County woman who recently died is hoping her memory will live on through a tree and bench in her name. Christina "Rowan" Choi died on March 30, 2023, according to their obituary, which remembers them as "a free spirit full of love." Rowan's mom, Michelle, on a GoFundMe urged parents to make their children feel safe to share what's going on in their lives. "Love them unconditionally and without judgement," she wrote on the campaign, launched to help fund the bench and tree. "Life is too short, so make the most of every single moment. Remember that ev…
Dementia Patients Were Sexually Abused At PA Nursing Home And 2 Workers Failed To Act: AG Dementia Patients Were Sexually Abused At PA Nursing Home And 2 Workers Failed To Act: AG
Dementia Patients Were Sexually Abused At PA Nursing Home And 2 Workers Failed To Act: AG A pair of nursing home employees were arrested on accusations they failed to report a male resident who sexually assaulted three female dementia patients in a suburban Philadelphia facility, authorities said. The Landing of Southampton General Manager Ashley Harker and Director of Health and Wellness Joy Alfonsi were notified of the incidents in the facility's memory care unit by staff members on July 22, 24, and 26, PA Attorney General Josh Shapiro said. Alfonsi and Harker assured the staff that they would handle the situation and told the witnesses not to document or report the incidents …
The Effect Of COVID-19 On Preventative Cancer Screenings The Effect Of COVID-19 On Preventative Cancer Screenings
The Effect Of Covid-19 On Preventative Cancer Screenings Early detection of cancer cells is critical for survival outcomes, but the COVID-19 pandemic has caused an untold number of cancers to go undiagnosed and untreated. As the world entered lockdown in 2020, many people postponed annual preventative cancer screenings, as a way to avoid the virus. To this day, many are yet to reschedule. Based on data collected by the Northwell Health Cancer Institute, preventative cancer screenings plummeted by as much as 94% during 2020. Because of the pandemic-related delays in diagnosing and treatment, The National Cancer Institute predicts almost 10,000 exce…