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Robert T. "Bob" Aliano, former owner of Rialto Barber Shop, Roslindale, longtime resident of West Roxbury, passed away on February 14, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Eileen M. (Jansky) Aliano. Devoted father of David Aliano of West Roxbury, Mark Aliano of Biddeford, ME, Deborah Aliano of Boston, and the late Robert J. Aliano Jr. He leaves his beloved dog "Buddy." Brother of Lorraine Kilroy of Canton and Sonny Aliano of Walpole. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Bill Donovan, the father of Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan and whose own basketball exploits propelled him to the Boston College Hall of Fame, has died. He was 85. Bill Donovan died Saturday, according to the obituary posted by Williams-Thomas Funeral Home in Gainesville, Florida. A native of Queens, New York, Donovan captained the Boston College basketball team and graduated in 1962

The crash happened at around 11.10pm on Friday on the N24 near Grange West, Boher, Co Limerick. Garda%AD%AD have confirmed they are now following a "definite line of inquiry" after one of the drivers fled, leaving his vehicle behind. A man in his 40s was also injured in the crash. Ms O'Reilly was pronounced dead at the scene. Her body was taken to the mortuary at University Hospital Limerick, for a post-mortem examination.

"Frank, also known as Francis to some of the family members, was a lifelong bachelor and the third youngest among 15 siblings. "He was born in 1940 in East Wall in the very house where he spent his entire life. At 17, he began working at The Irish Times in 1957, and stayed there until he retired at 65. "Despite living alone, Frank was never lonely.

Best known as the longtime co-editor of the Co-op News, the weekly newspaper of the Berkeley Co-op, Michael Fullerton lived in Berkeley for more than 60 years and was active in the community and in electoral politics, as well as the cooperative movement. Michael died on Jan. 5, at age 85, from complications of cancer. He told his wife, Sandy, to be sure that his obituary included his work on Ron Dellums's first Congressional campaign in 1970, when Dellums ran on an anti-Vietnam war platform.

ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Tracy Scroggins, who had 60 1/2 sacks in 10 seasons as a playmaking defensive end for the Detroit Lions, has died. He was 56. The Lions announced Scroggins' death on Monday. A cause of death was not provided. Since sacks became an official stat in 1982, just Robert Porcher and Michael Cofer had more than Scroggins in franchise history.

Kudelka was born in Burnie on the north coast of Tasmania in 1972. After selling his first cartoon at the age of nine, he went on to draw political cartoons for more than 30 years, some 10,000 of which were published. He won Walkley awards for best cartoon in 2008 and 2018, as well as Kennedy, Stanley and News awards. He was the Museum of Australian Democracy's political cartoonist of the year in 2010 and 2019.

He later began working in fundraising and moved to Los Angeles, where he collaborated on public service announcements with marquee names like Jimmy Stewart, Jack Lemmon and Henry Winkler. But it wasn't until his 50s that Stevenson got bit by the acting bug. He made his onscreen debut in an 1982 episode of Voyagers! and subsequently landed small roles in TV series such as Dynasty, L.A. Law and Cheers.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

By HILLEL ITALIE, Associated Press NEW YORK Chuck Negron, a founding member of the soul-rock sensations Three Dog Night who sang lead on such hits as One and Just an Old Fashioned Love Song and hollered the immortal opening line Jeremiah was a bullfrog! on the chart-topping Joy to the World, died Monday. He was 83. He died of complications from heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at his home in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles, according to publicist Zach Farnum.

At the end of 2024, Dan was diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer. The news of his diagnosis hit all of us hard, but Dan never lost his enthusiasm or his spirit. Some of us have worked with Dan for nearly a decade, and all of us have come to know him not just as a coworker, but as a great friend.

"It is with overwhelming sadness and heavy hearts we share the news that our beloved Francis passed away yesterday after a private battle with cancer," the family statement said. "He departed this world peacefully, surrounded by love," the statement said. "Our hearts are shattered. Throughout his fight with cancer, we stayed by his side, facing every challenge as a family - exactly the way he taught us," his family said.

As part of the politics and public affairs team, he covered the assassinations of George Moscone and Harvey Milk, the kidnapping of Patty Hearst and the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake.

"Roger Allers was a creative visionary whose many contributions to Disney will live on for generations to come," Disney CEO Bob Iger said in a statement. "He understood the power of great storytelling - how unforgettable characters, emotion and music can come together to create something timeless. His work helped define an era of animation that continues to inspire audiences around the world, and we are deeply grateful for everything he gave to Disney. Our hearts are with his family, friends and collaborators."

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.

The former Leeds and Wales midfielder Terry Yorath has died at the age of 75 following a short illness, his family have said in a statement. Born in Cardiff, Yorath played a big part in the Leeds team under Don Revie, winning the First Division title, before spells with Coventry, Tottenham and Bradford. He also won 59 caps for Wales. Speaking on behalf of the family, his children said: To most he was a revered footballing hero, but to us he was Dad; a quiet, kind and gentle man.