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PORTLAND, Maine — The keys of Maine’s concert halls have fallen silent this week with the unexpected death of Jack Lagasse, the gifted pianist whose blend of technical mastery and heartfelt expression captivated audiences from small cafés to civic auditoriums. Lagasse, 51, passed away suddenly, leaving family, friends and the state’s close‑knit music community grappling with the loss…

BUFFALO, N.Y. —The lights are dim tonight across rehearsal halls and theater stages in Western New York, where dancers young and old are grieving the loss of Jody Dombrowski—renowned teacher, choreographer, and guiding spirit—who passed away on June 16 at the age of 58. A proud graduate of the University at Buffalo’s Theater and Dance program and an early…

The culinary world is reeling from the heartbreaking news that Anne Burrell — celebrity chef, Food Network icon, and beloved television personality — has died at the age of 55. Burrell’s death was confirmed Tuesday by both her family and the Food Network, the channel where she rose to stardom and became a household name…

Clarksville, IN — With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, the Clarksville community mourns the tragic and untimely passing of Gus Hannewald, a cherished son, teammate, and friend whose life, though heartbreakingly brief, left a lasting mark on all who knew him. Gus passed away unexpectedly this June, sending shockwaves through the town and leaving an…

Levittown, NY — A cloud of grief has settled over the Levittown community following the tragic death of Trevor Huggard, a beloved resident who lost his life in a motorcycle accident earlier this June. He was known not just by name, but by the warmth of his presence — a young man whose joy, laughter,…

North Hollywood, CA — The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is mourning the sudden and heartbreaking loss of one of its own. Deputy Marcos Pena Jr., 31, was killed early Tuesday morning in a devastating traffic collision on the northbound 101 Freeway near North Hollywood. The crash occurred at approximately 2:20 a.m., while Pena was…

Toronto, ON – The global fitness community was shaken this week by heartbreaking news: Fouad “Hoss” Abiad, a beloved figure in professional bodybuilding and respected voice in the industry, was involved in a serious motorcycle accident that has left him hospitalized with multiple injuries. Abiad, 46, is best known not only for his competitive career…

It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the devastating news of the passing of Makenna Mikesell, our beloved athletic trainer, cherished coworker, and dear friend. Her untimely death has left an undeniable void in the lives of everyone who knew her, especially within the Kokomo School sports community. Makenna was…

It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we report the tragic assassination of Melissa A. Hortman, the Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives, whose life was cut short by a gunman on Saturday morning. At the age of 55, Hortman—known for her tireless advocacy and powerful voice for progress—was gunned down in…

Ottawa ,CN-It is with deep sadness that we report the untimely passing of Kayla Arif, a cherished real estate agent and a pillar of the Ottawa community. Kayla’s unexpected death has left an indelible mark of grief and disbelief among all who knew her. She was not only a trusted professional but also a kind,…