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VIDEO: Motorist, NYS trooper save elderly man from jumping off Verrazzano Bridge

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On Sunday afternoon around 2:17 PM, a motorist traveling on the lower level of the Verrazzano Bridge had noticed a vehicle in front that suddenly stopped. The driver of that car got out and went to the railing and climbed over.

Tuli Abraham grabbed the man to prevent him from jumping. Around two minutes later, he was joined by a NY State Trooper that just happened to be passing by thought there was a two-car accident but heard Abraham screaming for his help.

The emotionally disturbed man was taken into custody and transported via ambulance to a hospital. Notes were found in the man’s car that obtained a will, emergency contact numbers as well what appeared to be a suicide note. Via Gifter in Gotham

If you or someone else you know is having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) or go to speakingofsuicide.com/resources for a list of additional resources.

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Town of Haverstraw PBA and the Inserra Family and Shoprite of Garnerville Partner Together for 4th Annual Pay it Forward Program

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GARNERVILLE, NY – 150 patrons of Shoprite Garnerville received a $20.00 gift card from members of Haverstraw PBA and all they asked in return is that each recipient pay a good deed forward in the future. In total, 150 gift cards were distributed.

“We’re truly blessed to be able to live and work in a community we love and this is just a small token of appreciation for the community that stands behind us. We graciously thank the Inserra Family for matching our donation and for helping make the venture possible today.
We look forward to continuing this relationship in the future and wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season.” posted the Haverstraw PBA on Facebook

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FDNY Firefighter from Suffern Passes Away, GoFundme Setup for Family

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SUFFERN, NY – It is with deep sadness we share the passing of Rockland Resident and FDNY FF Daniel William Powers, Engine Company 250, who succumbed to illness on October 16, 2023.
FF Powers, served with the FDNY for 27 years. Dan lived in Suffern was married to the love of his life Christine Powers and they had two beautiful children, who were Dan’s entire world, Callie, 20 and Danny, 17. Unfortunately Dan, Callie and Danny lost Christine just one year ago on October 25, 2022.

Dan’s passing has thrust Callie and Danny into adulthood and into a situation that no children should ever have to be in. They are faced with with a mortgage payment, car payments and all the things that come along with adulthood. Any donation amount will go a long way and you can do so in the link below.

https://gofund.me/67d2591e

May his memory be a blessing and may his soul rest in eternal peace!

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