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Famed Rapper Fatman Scoop Dies at Age 53 After Collapsing Onstage
Famous rapper and hype man Fatman Scoop has reportedly died at the age of 53 today. His family has confirmed his death via an Instagram post. “It is with profound sadness and very heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of the legendary and iconic FatMan Scoop,” the post reads. “Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life.”
Fatman Scoop Suffers Medical Emergency on Stage, Transported to Hospital
Fatman Scoop suffered a medical emergency while performing in Hamden, Connecticut, on Friday night.Missy Elliott, Ciara, Questlove, More Remember Fatman Scoop Hamden mayor Lauren Garrett confirmed the news on social media, writing that while the rapper, whose real name is Isaac Freeman, was on stage at Hamden Town Center Park, he had a “medical emergency” and was “transported by ambulance to the hospital.” The mayor added, “We will provide updates when they are available. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.” Videos posted to X appear to show Scoop collapsing from behind the DJ booth as the music is stopped...
Pets of the Week: Neville & Dudley
BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Here are a couple of ‘hogs who are looking for a home! Meet Neville and Dudley! These hedgehog brothers are our Pets of the Week. They are about 10 to 12-weeks-old. Even though they are a sweet pair, they do require a family that understands hedgehog care. Hedgehogs live to be […]
Popular NJ supermarket will stop selling cigarettes
🚬 A popular grocery chain will stop selling tobacco products permanently. 🚬 The goal is to help customers and staff make better health choices. As of Aug. 31, Stop & Shop will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. The grocery chain announced it...
French Film Series Turns Institute Library Into Le Cinema
The Institute Library became le cinema Thursday night as its French film series — “Bonsoir, Mes Ami(e)s!” — began with Beauty and The Beast (also known as La Belle et la Bête), the renowned 1946 film by Jean Cocteau based on the fairy tale originally published in the 1700s. The three-film series is being presented in conjunction with Best Video and is being hosted and curated by John Hatch, who recently organized a successful Italian movie series at the Chapel Street institution.
Women's Soccer Draws 2-2 WIth Falcons in Season Opener
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (8/30/24) – It didn't take long for the Nichols College Women's Soccer Team to get back in the rhythm as they took on non-conference opponent Albertus Magnus on the road to open their 2024 season. With a fresh set of new faces, the Bison finished locked with the Falcons 2-2. The game marked the first for both programs in the 2024 season, the Falcons and Bison now both sit with a 0-0-1 record on the year. The game marked the first tie ever between the two programs.
Marquette men’s soccer takes down Yale
(MARQUETTE COMMUNICATIONS) NEW HAVEN, CT – The Marquette University men’s soccer team (3-0-0, 0-0-0 BIG EAST) opened a two-game road stint with a win at Yale (0-1-0, 0-0-0 IVY) Friday at Reese Stadium in New Haven, Connecticut. The Golden Eagles and Bulldogs began the match trading possessions with...
Pride secures first win of the season with victory over Yale
The Hofstra University women’s soccer team claimed their first win of the season against Yale University 2-1 on Sunday, Aug. 25. The win marks Hofstra’s second-ever win against the Bulldogs. The Pride moved to 1-0-2 on the year, while Yale dropped to 0-1-0. “It’s a very good win...
Flood victim's sonogram of son found miles from home on Connecticut beach
Randi Marcucio lost just about everything when raging floodwaters poured into her Connecticut home. Some of her most treasured belongings were washed away. One of those pieces somehow made it down the Housatonic River, and ended up 35 miles away. Heidi Voight of NBC Connecticut has the story of how it was returned.
Naugatuck homeowner stunned by package thief dressed as an Amazon worker
A warning about more thieves stealing packages. It’s a problem happening across the state. The most recent in Naugatuck and caught on camera. Police say someone posed as an Amazon worker and snatched a box from someone’s front porch. In this Naugatuck neighborhood in the area of Aetna...
Smithtown Library awaits federal aid after devastating flooding
LONG ISLAND - The Smithtown Library is still trying to recover following the devastating floods that swept across Long Island nearly two weeks ago. Security camera footage from the library shows the powerful floodwaters consuming the lower level of the library, leaving behind a trail of devastation that is estimated to cost around $10M.
Wanted for quick change scam in St. James
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate two people who allegedly stole from a St. James store. Two women asked an employee at King Kullen, located at 472 Lake Ave., to make change for...
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