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Jury Deadlocked After Week of Deliberations in Two-Decade-Old McDonald Murder Trial

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GOSHEN, N.Y. — The jury in the murder trial of Megan McDonald, a case that has drawn significant public attention, remains gridlocked after extensive deliberations spanning a week. The defendant, Edward Holley, 44, from Wawayanda, is accused of the 22-year-old’s murder which took place in Wallkill. Arrested in April 2023, Holley faces a sentence of 25 years to life if convicted. On Tuesday afternoon, the jurors communicated their standstill to Orange County Court Judge Hyun Chin Kim through a series of notes. Initially, they reported their deadlock at 3:55 PM, only to request additional information … Read more

Revitalized Historic Chapel & Company Layoffs: A Week of Transformations and Challenges in Local Business

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New Bedford, MA — As the week unfolds, several significant developments have marked the community of New Bedford and its surrounding areas, featuring business shifts, legal battles, and innovative transformations that reflect the evolving economic and social landscape. A prominent location on County Street, historically known as the Wilson Funeral Chapel, gears up for a new chapter. John J. Dillen from Wareham announced plans to revamp and reopen the establishment as Dillen Funeral Home. Previously eyed by NewLife LLC of Burlington for a sober living residence, the site will return to its long-standing funeral service … Read more

Daniel Kaluuya to Judge Cannes Critics’ Week, Part of Star-Studded Jury Supporting Emerging Filmmakers

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Cannes, France — Notable Oscar-winning actor Daniel Kaluuya, renowned for his roles in “Get Out” and “Judas and the Black Messiah,” is set to bring his expertise to the Cannes Film Festival as part of the jury for this year’s Cannes Critics’ Week. Under the leadership of Spanish filmmaker Rodrigo Sorogoyen, celebrated for his work in “The Beasts,” this jury panel will encompass a diverse group of cinema experts. Joining Kaluuya and Sorogoyen on the jury are Moroccan journalist Jihane Bougrine, French-Canadian cinematographer Josée Deshaies, recognized for her work in films like “Passages” and “The … Read more

Guilty Verdict Reached in Clovis Murder Trial After Intense Week of Deliberations

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CLOVIS, N.M. — A Curry County court convicted Adrian Chavez of the 2022 murder of Kelsey Cash after a tense week-long trial, officials announced. Chavez, who had a rocky relationship with Cash, faced charges including second-degree murder, aggravated burglary, and tampering with evidence. The tragic events unfolded on March 23, 2022 when law enforcement responded to a distressing 911 call, leading to the discovery of Cash’s body in her apartment in Clovis. Over the course of the trial, it was revealed through surveillance footage that Chavez drove to the victim’s residence in a black Dodge … Read more