A Turks and Caicos judge on Friday morning issued a suspended 52-month sentence to Bryan Hagerich, a Pennsylvania dad of two and former pro baseball player who pleaded guilty to possessing ammunition on the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI). Hagerich, 39, is one of five Americans arrested and detained on the islands since February for having stray ammunition in their …
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Americans arrested in Turks and Caicos bunk, pray together while awaiting sentencings: 'A big family'
FIRST ON FOX: Three of five Americans arrested and detained in Turks and Caicos since February for having stray ammunition in their luggage are bunking together as they await their fate on the islands. Bryan Hagerich, 39, of Pennsylvania, Ryan Watson, 40, of Oklahoma, and Sharitta Grier, 45, of Florida have become unlikely friends — even a kind of family …
Read More »Some Jersey Shore beaches banning tents, canopies this Memorial Day weekend
People hitting the sand along the Jersey Shore this Memorial Day weekend will have to contend with new rules restricting the use of structures like beach tents and canopies. Officials say they are seeking to boost safety by enhancing lifeguards’ views of the sand and water, making it easier for lifeguards and paramedics to maneuver across the sand should there …
Read More »Virginia man detained in Turks and Caicos recalls moment he knew 'things were going sideways'
Tyler Wenrich, a Virginia father detained in Turks and Caicos for having stray bullets in his travel bag, said the possibility of being sentenced to 12 years in prison is “scary and daunting” as he faces his sentencing hearing in about a week. Five Americans have been arrested and detained since February for possessing ammunition on the islands under a …
Read More »Virginia father detained in Turks and Caicos for stray ammo pleads guilty
A Virginia man has pleaded guilty to one count of possession of ammunition in Turks and Caicos (TCI) after airport security found stray bullets in his luggage as he prepared to fly home last month. Five Americans have been arrested and detained since February for possessing ammunition on the islands under a new ordinance that requires both residents and tourists …
Read More »What to pack in your backpack for a trip to the amusement park
A day at the theme park in the summer can bring hours of fun for the whole family, unless you are carrying a backpack stuffed almost to its breaking point. If that’s the case, a day of fun can quickly turn into one of exhaustion and frustration. It’s vital when packing your bag for the day to only bring the …
Read More »'Top Thrill 2' roller coaster at Cedar Point closes indefinitely just days after long-awaited opening
The long-awaited re-imagining of Cedar Point’s Top Thrill Dragster roller coaster known as Top Thrill 2 closed indefinitely just days after it officially opened to the public. “Top Thrill 2 is currently experiencing an extended closure as Zamperla (the ride’s manufacturer) completes a mechanical modification to the ride’s vehicles,” said Cedar Point in a May 12 press release that was …
Read More »Dog mom spends $900 taking her pup on month-long European vacation across Italy: ‘Great companion’
A pet owner is making sure her dog gets the royal treatment wherever they travel. Catherine Sophie, 23, of Glasgow, Scotland, recently took a month-long vacation — with her dog. Teddy is a three-year-old Maltese and a “great companion,” said Sophie, when it comes to traveling. CANADIAN ‘INFLUENCER DOG’ TRAVELS THE WORLD, LIVES LUXURIOUS LIFE WITH 75-PIECE WARDROBE WORTH $2,500 …
Read More »Turks and Caicos court hearing for American arrested with ammo in bag could set new precedent
A Friday hearing for an American detained in Turks and Caicos after airport security found ammunition in his suitcase while he was heading home from a family vacation may set a precedent for three other Americans who are currently detained there. Bryan Hagerich, a 39-year-old former pro baseball player and father of two from Pennsylvania, appeared in court in Turks …
Read More »Trunk Bay in US Virgin Islands named best beach in the world, Italy, Greece among top 5
The World’s 50 Best Beaches list was revealed on Tuesday after over 1,000 travel professionals across the globe voted on destinations that exude maximum relaxation and beauty. Trunk Bay in the U.S. Virgin Islands was awarded the No. 1 spot on the list in 2024. “It’s hard to argue with Trunk Bay,” Bobby Heard, co-founder and CEO of the World’s …
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