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Grandson Watches as Grandfather Gunned down in Road Rage Attack

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 30, 20240

RIVERVIEW, Fla. — A 61-year-old man was fatally shot in a road rage incident on Monday in what authorities described as an “execution-style” attack, leaving his family reeling from the loss. The shooting occurred in broad daylight on U.S. 301 in Riverview, a community near Tampa, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. The victim, identified as Steven Powers, was driving with his adult grandson when the confrontation unfolded around 2:15 p.m. Investigators say the altercation began when the suspect, Kentavious Gholston, 26, cut off Powers’ work van in a black Mazda. Powers reportedly responded by honking, which led to

Lanham Grandfather Wins $100K Top Prize on Money Rush Scratch-off

Local News ReportOctober 23, 20240

Lanham, MD — A lucky Prince George’s County man, who goes by “Winning Papa,” took home a $100,000 top prize after purchasing a Money Rush scratch-off ticket. The longtime Lottery player, accompanied by his daughter, bought the $10 Money Rush ticket at Economy Liquors on Lanham Severn Road. Instead of scratching the ticket, he scanned the barcode, which prompted a message to see the retailer. The cashier confirmed his big win—$100,000. The retired mechanic plans to pay bills and save the rest, with the possibility of a vacation in the future. Economy Liquors will receive a $1,000 bonus for selling

New City couple plead guilty to killing 73-year-old grandfather, hiding body in crawl space

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 16, 20240

NEW CITY, N.Y. — A New City couple has pleaded guilty to charges connected to the killing of a 73-year-old man in 2023, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced Monday. Constantinos Doonan, 32, and Jo-Ann Haughey, 26, both admitted to their roles in the death of Doonan’s grandfather, Constantinos Mastakouris. Doonan pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, while Haughey pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter. The pleas were entered before Rockland County Judge Anne B. Bianchi on Monday in connection with the January 2023 killing. Prosecutors said Mastakouris was strangled and choked to death before his body was wrapped

Owings Mills Grandfather Strikes $88K Win on Scratch-Off

Local News ReportAugust 30, 20240

OWINGS MILLS, MD — An Owings Mills retiree, fondly known as “Jerry,” is celebrating a life-changing $88,000 win after purchasing an Electric 8s scratch-off ticket. The Baltimore County resident, who enjoys playing Pick 3, Pick 4, and scratch-offs, bought the $10 ticket at Lakeside Liquors in Owings Mills. After bringing the ticket home, he discovered it held the game’s $88,000 top prize. “Jerry,” accompanied by his wife, plans to share the winnings with his family and donate to their church. Lakeside Liquors, where the ticket was purchased, will receive an $880 bonus for selling the top-prize winning ticket.

Calvert County Grandfather Wins $50,000 on Lottery Scratch-Off Jackpot

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 11, 20240

Baltimore, MD — A federal government worker from Calvert County, known affectionately as “Pop Pop,” has won $50,000 on the Maryland Lottery’s Jumbo Cash scratch-off game. The winner, who prefers to keep his identity private, discovered his prize after purchasing two Jumbo Cash tickets at Jughead Liquor located at 16036 Three Notch Road in California. The father of four adult children typically plays the $10 50X The Cash scratch-off but decided to try his luck with the $10 Jumbo Cash game. “I’ve been lucky from time to time,” he said, reflecting on his previous wins of $100 to $500. On

Hyattsville Grandfather Wins $50,000 with Unique Lottery Strategy

Breaking Local News ReportJune 30, 20240

HYATTSVILLE, MD — A creative approach to choosing lottery numbers has paid off for a Hyattsville man, who won $50,000 in the Maryland Lottery’s Pick 5 drawing on June 26. The Prince George’s County resident, a retired retail worker and avid fisherman, selects his lottery numbers based on digits from other drivers’ license plates, particularly noting those involved in accidents or speeding past him. The winning number, 20533, brought him his recent windfall during the midday drawing. This isn’t the first time the number has been lucky; in 2023, it earned him $5,000 in a Pick 4 drawing after he

Kent County Grandfather Scores $50,000 Maryland Lottery Win

Breaking Local News ReportJune 29, 20240

CHESTERTOWN, MD — A lifelong Maryland Lottery player from the outskirts of Chestertown in Kent County has claimed a substantial $50,000 prize from a recent Bonus Match 5 drawing. The Eastern Shore winner, a grandfather, used a set of numbers inspired by significant dates and ages related to his four grandchildren to secure the windfall. Despite previously winning smaller amounts, with his largest prize being $125, this latest win has brought a new level of excitement to his long-standing lottery participation. “It’s fun,” he remarked. “I’ve been doing it all my life.” The winning ticket was purchased for seven drawings

Pasadena Grandfather Wins $50,015 with Lucky Lottery Numbers

Breaking Local News ReportJune 8, 20240

PASADENA, MD—A grandfather from Anne Arundel County struck it rich with the Maryland Lottery this month, turning a set of long-held but never-winning numbers into a $50,015 prize. The lucky Pasadena resident, a devoted lottery enthusiast for over forty years, has enjoyed a variety of games, with Bonus Match 5 being one of his favorites. Despite his favored numbers never having won before, he persisted in playing them. On June 2, after a day’s work, he purchased a $6 ticket at Geresbeck’s Food Market in Glen Burnie, which included nine lines of his special numbers. The following day, while checking

D.C. Grandfather Plans Gifts for Grandchildren After $30k Lottery Win

Breaking Local News ReportJune 6, 20240

BALTIMORE, MD – A Maryland Lottery Racetrax game paid out $30,879 to a Washington, D.C., resident, who decided to share his winnings with his grandchildren. The winner, who described himself with humor as being like “Oscar the Grouch,” was quite vocal about various topics while claiming his prize on June 4. The winning ticket was purchased at Lucky Mart on Bladensburg Road in Colmar Manor. The store will receive a $308.79 bonus for selling the winning ticket. His winning strategy involved a Trifecta Box bet on long-odds horses 10, 11, and 12 during a series of 10 races on March

Grandfather and Young Grandson Killed by Falling Tree in New Jersey

Local News ReportApril 30, 20240

Verona, NJ – Two people were killed in a freak accident involving a falling tree in a Verona town on Monday evening, April 29. The victims were identified as a 61-year-old man and his 6-month-old grandson from the incident on West Lincoln Street. Responders discovered a tree that had uprooted and fallen on the man and his grandchild, according to reports citing police. No further details have been released regarding this incident.

Somerset County Grandfather Wins $50,000 Pick 5 Prize

Jessica WoodsMarch 16, 20240

An Eastern Shore grandfather from Somerset County is basking in the glow of a $50,000 windfall he secured by playing Pick 5 back in February. The jubilant winner attributed his stroke of luck to his new car’s license plate number, which he decided to incorporate into his lottery gameplay. Despite facing a time crunch due to his night shift job, he managed to squeeze in the purchase of his Pick 5 numbers at Crisfield Oceanic, a familiar haunt for his lottery endeavors. “It was a close call,” he recounted with a grin, recalling the hectic moments before securing his ticket.

Florida Man Accused of Killing Grandfather Spoke at His Funeral Before Arrest

Jeff JonesFebruary 18, 20240

Port Charlotte, FL – In a chilling twist to a family tragedy, Joshua Nareau, 23, is accused of shooting and killing his grandfather, 71-year-old James S. Khoury, and then speaking glowingly of him at the funeral. Authorities in Charlotte County, Florida, arrested Nareau on February 15, charging him with second-degree murder for the December 28 incident outside Khoury’s Port Charlotte home. During the funeral, Nareau, captured in a screenshot speaking at the First Baptist Church of North Port, referred to his grandfather as “Grampy” and credited him with shaping his character and aspirations. He expressed gratitude to the attendees for

3-Year-Old Reported Missing With Grandfather in Philadelphia

Erica SchmidtAugust 3, 20230

PHILADELPHIA, PA- The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 62-year-old Charles “Chuck” Eure and his 3-year-old grandson, Khali “Ubba” Mercer, both of whom have been reported missing. Charles and Khali were last seen on August 2, 2023, at 12:45 PM, in the area of the 60xx block of Torresdale Ave. Charles “Chuck” Eure is described as standing at 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 180 pounds, with black hair, and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a white tank top, white and black shorts, and white and black Air Max

76-year-old grandfather wins $50k

Jessica WoodsJune 17, 20230

WINDSOR, MD – A devoted Maryland Lottery player from Windsor Mill, Baltimore County, who has a fondness for Pick 3/4/5 games, has recently experienced a significant win. Known as “Bubba” for the purpose of sharing his story, the player revealed that he often trusts his intuition and frequently wins small prizes. However, his recent win was unlike anything he had ever encountered before, as he claimed a $50,000 prize by playing the numbers 90990 in the Pick 5 evening drawing on June 11. With his daughter by his side, “Bubba” expressed his excitement while relaxing in the Winner’s Circle at

Retired Baltimore grandfather wins $50k Pick 5 jackpot

Jessica WoodsMay 11, 20230

BALTIMORE, MD – A Baltimore resident who enjoys playing the Maryland Lottery’s Pick 5 game under the nickname “Homer Depot” was in for a treat recently when he won the $50,000 top prize in the May 5 evening drawing. Lottery officials did not release his name. According to the Maryland Lottery, the 67-year-old player who recently retired from the finance industry loves the Pick 5 game for both the payout and the winning potential. Alongside his wife, he plays the Lottery weekly and enjoys various games from scratch-offs like Frogger to Pick 5 and Mega Millions. “Homer Depot” bought his

Grandson Claims ‘Racist’ Grandfather Shot Black Teen Because He’s A ‘Stock American Christian Male’

The Daily CallerApril 20, 20230

Grandson Claims ‘Racist’ Grandfather Shot Black Teen Because He’s A ‘Stock American Christian Male’ Harold Hutchison on April 20, 2023 The grandson of an 85-year-old homeowner who shot a black teenager claimed Thursday that the man did so because he was “just a stock American Christian male.” “I believe he held racist tendencies, beliefs,” Klint Ludwig told CNN host Don Lemon, adding. “He’s just a stock American Christian male. It’s … just how they are. It’s the conspiracies and weird random racist things they say … and it doesn’t make sense. But they’re just scared.” WATCH: “I feel like a

Grandfather arrested for beating granddaughter with garden rake in Brick Township

Phil StiltonApril 1, 20230

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Police officers have charged a township resident for beating his granddaughter with the handle of a garden rake. The criminal case has since been referred to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office after the man identified as L.M. was charged with endangering the welfare of a child and assault. The identity of the suspect is not being published at this time in order to protect the identity of the abused child. Police responded to the Greenwood Loop home to investigate the matter and found cause to arrest, and charged the 58-year-old man for the attack against

East Palestine Grandfather Says Government Officials Are ‘Lying’ About Safety After Train Wreck

The Daily CallerMarch 27, 20230

East Palestine Grandfather Says Government Officials Are ‘Lying’ About Safety After Train Wreck Alexa Schwerha on March 27, 2023 An East Palestine, Ohio, resident alleged in a Monday opinion article published in The Guardian that government officials who say that the town is safe after the Norfolk Southern train derailment are lying. A Norfolk Southern train carrying hazardous material including vinyl chloride derailed on Feb. 3, and a controlled burn was performed on Feb. 6 to prevent an explosion, officials said. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and politicians have repeatedly insisted that the air and water quality are not above

San Pablo Grandfather Sentenced To More Than 16 Years In Molestation Of Three-Year-Old Girl

DOJ PressFebruary 23, 20220

OAKLAND – Adalberto Borja Guardado was sentenced today in federal court to 200 months in prison for the sexual coercion of a minor, announced United States Attorney Stephanie M. Hinds and Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Tatum King. United States District Judge Jeffrey S. White handed down the sentence. In his plea agreement, Guardado, a 68-year-old grandfather from San Pablo, admitted that on September 9, 2019, a three-year-old girl visited his residence with her mother. The girl’s mother provided home health care to Guardado’s elderly mother. Guardado told the girl’s mother that he would watch the girl while

Persistent Grandfather Wins $50,000 Prize, Misses Powerball Jackpot by 1 Number

Kristen Harrison-OnealOctober 14, 20210

KINGSVILLE, MARYLAND – This Kingsville grandfather of four missed winning a historic Powerball jackpot by one number. About 10 years ago, Rajcoomar Harkie of Kingsville wrote down a series of lucky lottery numbers from each state as they were displayed during a TV show. Years went by and then, three weeks ago, he started playing those numbers on Powerball tickets. The delighted player watched combinations of those lucky numbers win small prizes again and again. “I kept winning $10 and $12,” he said. The 63-year-old kept reinvesting those prizes into more Powerball tickets. The jackpot was rolling to historic levels when his $10 ticket won $50,000