Burtonsville, MD
Police & Fire
Fire Rips Through Vacant Burtonsville House Overnight, Cause Under Investigation: Officials
A fast-moving fire tore through a vacant house in Montgomery County early Thursday morning, drawing more than 50 firefighters to the scene. Just after 3 a.m. on May 22, Montgomery County Fire & Rescue responded to a blaze in a single-family cape cod-style home in the 15100 block of Peach Orchard Drive, between Siebel Drive and Thompson Road, according to a department spokesperson. Fire crews arrived to find heavy fire showing from the basement and first floor. The flames had burned through part of the floor and spread throughout the house. Twitter/@mcfrsPIO Firefighters performed a p…
Somers, NY
Police & Fire
Van Engulfed In Flames In Somers: Crews Use Foam After Fuel Tank Rupture
A fiery van blaze in Westchester kept firefighters busy for hours after the vehicle caught fire near a residential community. The fire began at around 10 a.m. on Monday, May 19, when Somers firefighters responded to reports of a motor vehicle fire in the area of Heritage Hills and Lovell Street, the Somers Volunteer Fire Department announced on Tuesday night, May 20. Upon arrival, first responders found a minivan fully engulfed in flames. According to the department, more crews quickly arrived and deployed a hose line to bring the fire under control. The fire intensified after …
Hartford, CT
Business
Airbnb's 'Anti-Party' Tech Blocks Risky Bookings Before Summer Holiday Weekends
Airbnb is expanding its "anti-party" crackdown for the summer, using high-tech booking filters to stop disruptive gatherings before they start. The short-term vacation rental company announced the upgrades to its anti-party technology in a news release on Monday, May 19. Airbnb said its goal is to prevent risky bookings, especially on major holiday weekends around Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. The system will help hosts avoid unauthorized parties and protect their neighborhoods. "This technology is part of a broader set of tools and policies Airbnb deploys to promote responsibl…
Media, PA
News
PennSTAR Helicopter Forced To Land In Montgomery County Neighborhood
A PennSTAR medical helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing in a suburban Montgomery County neighborhood, officials confirmed. The emergency landing happened near Cannon Hill Road and Old Eagle Lane in Whitemarsh Township at 7:43 p.m. on Monday, May 19, authorities said. The chopper, which was not carrying a patient, experienced an onboard issue during flight and had to touch down near residential homes outside Philadelphia. Emergency responders rushed to the scene after the aircraft landed safely between houses on a quiet street. The helicopter landed in close proximity to drive…
Norwich, CT
Real Estate
Norwich Voted CT's Top Hidden Gem, Provides 'Most Bang For Your Buck:' Survey
Connecticut may not be the first place that comes to mind when you're house hunting on a budget, but a new national survey found three Nutmeg State cities that offer homeowners the best value for their money. If you’re searching for an affordable place to live in Connecticut without sacrificing quality of life, Norwich tops the list. A new study by Advance America asked more than three thousand real estate professionals which U.S. cities offer the most comfort, community, and potential for happiness at the lowest cost. Related: These Massachusetts Cities Offer Maximum Value for Lowest Cost…
Monsey, NY
News
Bear Seen Roaming In Monsey (
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A bear was spotted sauntering in a Rockland County hamlet over the weekend. The sighting occurred in Monsey on Sunday evening, May 18, according to The Monsey Scoop. A video posted by The Monsey Scoop showed the bear running across a paved path into nearby woods. Although the exact location of the sighting was not immediately available, the outlet said police are urging residents to leave the animals alone. According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, residents can protect themselves and their properties from bears by not feeding them and reducing attractan…
Northern Highlands, NJ
Police & Fire
4-Alarm Fire Rips Through Bergen County Home: How Firefighters Worked Without Hydrants
A house fire that broke out in Bergen County Friday, May 16 drew firefighters from all over the area as flames quickly tore through the home, officials said. The blaze started on Lake Road in Upper Saddle River and when crews got there, they were met with intense flames. Firefighters called in backup from nearby towns, including Ramsey, whose Tower Ladder 441 was parked out front to help knock down the fire from above. Yesterday units responded mutual aid into Upper Saddle River for the working fire in a large dwelling. Posted by Saddle River Fire Department on Saturday, May 17, 2…
Seaford, NY
Police & Fire
Seaford Man Screams Threats At Kids During Sports Game, Police Say
A Seaford man was arrested after allegedly screaming threats and obscenities at children during a game at an elementary school, Nassau County Police announced on Thursday, May 15. Michael Marron, 66, of Island Channel Road, was reportedly shouting "terroristic threats" and vulgar language at children on school grounds during sporting events at Seaford Harbor Elementary School, located at 3500 Bayview Avenue, police said. Officers responded to the disturbance at 6:10 p.m. and learned that Marron had caused the children to fear for their safety, according to detectives. He was later found at…
Waterbury, CT
Police & Fire
Beaten, Chased, Busted: Woman Who Begged For Help From Waterbury Bus Driver Arrested, Cops Say
A 38-year-old Waterbury woman who flagged down a city bus driver for help after allegedly being attacked and chased by four men was later arrested on an unrelated warrant, authorities said. Caitlin Ramos, of Waterbury, was taken into custody after being treated at a local hospital, police said. She was arrested on an outstanding theft warrant related to a February incident at Stop & Shop on Wolcott Street. Ramos was charged with larceny and conspiracy to commit larceny. Original: 4 Men Arrested After Police Say They Beat, Chased Woman In Waterbury Authorities did not disclose what wa…
Gaithersburg, MD
Police & Fire
Overnight Townhouse Fire In Gaithersburg Displaces 13 People, Pets, Officials Say
A fast-moving fire tore through a row of townhomes in Montgomery County early Friday, May 16, displacing 13 people and several pets in Gaithersburg, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue. Firefighters rushed to the 11900 block of Roan Lane just after 5:30 a.m. following multiple reports of a fire burning behind a three-story townhouse, officials said. Crews arrived to find flames spreading to two neighboring homes, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue PIO David Pazos said. Firefighters worked quickly to knock down the fire, and all occupants were able to escape safely. No injuries we…
Mount Vernon, NY
News
Prominent Youth Coach In Mount Vernon Charged With Sexual Conduct Against Minor: DA
A Westchester youth basketball coach has been arrested on sexual conduct charges against a child shortly after denying any wrongdoing in a video posted to social media, prosecutors announced. Dwayne Murray of Mount Vernon, the 62-year-old Executive Director of the Mount Vernon Junior Knights and Assistant Coach of the Mount Vernon High School boys basketball team, was arrested on first-degree course of sexual conduct against a child, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Thursday afternoon, May 15. Prosecutors allege that from October 1, 2023, to March 1…
Carlisle, PA
Schools
WWII Mortar Round Found In Cumberland County Teen’s Backpack On School Bus: Police
A Cumberland County teen brought a World War II-era mortar round onto a school bus, prompting an emergency police response in Mechanicsburg, authorities announced on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The 17-year-old Greenwood School District student had the inert explosive device in his backpack while riding a school bus to the Cumberland Perry Area Career and Technical Center at 110 Old Willow Mill Road, according to Silver Spring Township Police. Officers were notified at 11:49 a.m., and the Pennsylvania State Police Hazardous Device and Explosive Section confirmed the device contained no explosiv…
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