Peters Township, PA – A Christmas night tragedy unfolded in Washington County as a woman was struck and killed by a car in Peters Township, according to authorities. The accident occurred shortly after 7:30 p.m. in the 2800 block of Washington Road, a typically busy area that saw holiday traffic and celebrations turn somber. The...
NORTH CONWAY, N.H. – Video captured by the Mount Washington Avalanche Center shows a wall of snow racing down the mountain on Christmas Eve. The center says the “large natural avalanche” happened in the Hillman’s Highway area “after several inches of new snow and several hours of significant wind loading.” No people got caught up...
Millions of coins change hands across the United States daily, with most carrying only their nominal face value. However, among the countless coins in circulation, a few rare ones hold extraordinary value. One such coin is a unique variant of the 25-cent George Washington Bicentennial Quarter. It has reached a staggering value of up to...
Retirement brings many financial challenges, especially with the rising costs of essential items like food, healthcare, and housing. In 2023, over 15 million older adults in the United States experienced food insecurity, highlighting the critical need for effective assistance programs. Managing these expenses can be difficult for many retirees, even with Social Security benefits, which...
BEVERLY – Missing woman Owen Kasozi, who was found dead in Beverly on Christmas, is believed to have fallen into a freezing lake while walking her dog, authorities say. Kasozi, a 30-year-old from Danvers, was found dead in Wenham Lake after an extensive search, Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker said in a statement. She...
Authorities have released the names of two men killed in separate shootings in Jefferson County during a 48-hour period over the Christmas holiday. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office on Thursday identified the victims as Brandon Montez McIlwain, 35, of Birmingham, and Jerry Dewayne Robinson, 20, also of Birmingham. The bloodshed began Monday night when the...
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) provides assistance to low-income families and benefits around 48 million families receive this financial support to cover expenses such as food, housing and education for their children. Adults with qualifying dependents under the age of 17 are eligible for the CTC in the form of a non-refundable tax payment. This non-refundable tax credit can...
There are several states across the nation that will have a Merry Christmas thanks to the announcement that refunds from the IRS will arrive during the last few days of 2024. This financial boost will help families enjoy a more comfortable holiday season. These government payments are aimed at helping citizens cover basic family expenses amid the country’s inflation,...
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) provides a financial lifeline for millions of families across the U.S. It’s not just a tax benefit but a crucial tool that can ease the financial burden of raising children. Let’s look into the eligibility requirements and how to maximize its benefits. Overview The CTC allows taxpayers to offset a...
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A tragic shooting on Harbison Boulevard claimed the life of a 4-year-old boy on Christmas Eve. Columbia Police have confirmed the child, identified as Jah’el E. Walker, was shot inside a vehicle and later died at a local hospital. The incident took place around 3 p.m. on Tuesday in the 200 block...