Alyssa Choiniere

Alyssa Choiniere is a Heavy contributor covering crime, breaking news and entertainment. She is based in Uniontown, PA where she works as a crime reporter for a local newspaper. Follow her on Twitter @alyssachoiniere and contact her by email at alyssa.choiniere@heavy.com.

Cindy Best, Karl Karlsen’s Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Cindy Best, Karl Karlsen's ex-wife, came to suspect her husband killed his first wife, Christina Karlsen, and son, Levi Karlsen, and played a major role in the case filed against him.

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Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein: The Theories on His Death

Alyssa Choiniere

Jeffrey Epstein's life was shrouded in mystery and deceit, and his death bred more of the same. Theories abound on who killed Jeffrey Epstein, and whether his death was suicide or murder.

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Tammy Moorer, Sidney Moorer’s Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Tammy Moorer was a mother of three and a travel agent who often visited Disney World. Then, her husband's affair led her to jealousy ending with the disappearance of his mistress.

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TGI Fridays’ Memorial Day Hours & Deals 2020

Alyssa Choiniere

TGI Fridays is open this Memorial Day, and they are offering some special deals and menu items to make your holiday barbecue a snap.

Chili’s Memorial Day Hours & Menu 2020: Is It Open Near Me?

Alyssa Choiniere

Chili's is open near you this Memorial Day, 2020, and they're making it easy to host a BBQ at home, even with many restaurants closed during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Bob Evans’ Memorial Day Hours & Menu 2020: Is It Open or Closed?

Alyssa Choiniere

Bob Evans is still serving up family favorites this Memorial Day, so if you're in the mood for some breakfast biscuits or some comfort food, you're in luck.

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Rite Aid’s Memorial Day Hours 2020: Is It Open or Closed?

Alyssa Choiniere

Rite Aid is open for business during its regular business hours on Memorial Day 2020, but those hours vary by location. Read on for more details and for the pharmacy's coronavirus efforts.

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Phil & Brynn Hartman: Their Death & Marriage

Alyssa Choiniere

Phil and Brynn Hartman had a brief marriage that ended in death. Brynn Hartman killed Phil Hartman, and later herself, after a tumultuous relationship filled with fury and jealousy.

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Mia Swier, Darren Criss’ Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Mia Swier is Darren Criss' wife, and although she is more often behind the scenes, she also works in the entertainment industry. Read more about her and their marriage.

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Shiva Rose, Dylan McDermott’s Ex-Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Shiva Rose, Dylan McDermott's ex-wife, was raised in the countryside in Iran and became a refugee as a child during her home country's revolution.

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Todd Spiewak, Jim Parsons’ Husband: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Todd Spiewak is a producer who leads a private life, despite his marriage to actor Jim Parsons. Read more about him and their relationship.

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Amiir Gregory Nelson, Prince’s Late Son: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Amiir Gregory Nelson was the son of Prince and Mayte Garcia. He tragically died of a rare genetic disorder, Pfeiffer syndrome. He was known then only as Boy Gregory.

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Steve Irwin’s Cause of Death: How Did He Die?

Alyssa Choiniere

Steve Irwin died tragically at age 44 when a stingray barb struck him in the heart September 4, 2006. He was 44 years old and his daughter, Bindi Irwin, was only 8. If Steve Irwin were still alive today to see his daughter married, he would be 58 years old.

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Brian Dennehy’s Children & Family: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Brian Dennehy was a prolific stage and screen actor who left behind a loving family following his death at age 81. He died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 of natural causes at his home in New Haven, Connecticut.

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Sandy Rogers, Kenny Rogers’ Sister: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Sandy Rogers, Kenny Rogers' sister, is still mourning the death of her brother, who passed away March 20, 2020 surrounded by his family. Read more about Sandy.

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Is Giant Eagle Open or Closed on Easter Sunday 2020?

Alyssa Choiniere

Giant Eagle will close all of its stores on April 12, Easter Sunday, 2020. The store closes at 9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2020. Read more about the holiday hours.

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Is the White House Easter Egg Roll 2020 Canceled?

Alyssa Choiniere

One of the country's most popular Presidential holiday traditions is the White House Easter Egg Roll. But is the Easter egg roll cancelled this year because of the coronavirus?

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Is KMart Open or Closed on Easter Sunday 2020?

Alyssa Choiniere

Most Kmart stores are open during their regular business hours on Easter Sunday, 2020, even during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more about their holiday hours.

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Jason Dalton Now: Where Is the Kalamazoo Uber Shooter Today in 2020?

Alyssa Choiniere

Jason Dalton was an Uber driver who went on a killing spree in February, 2016, shooting eight people and killing six of them at three separate locations.

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Dessa Blaine, David Blaine’s Daughter: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Nine-year-old Dessa Blaine is showing her cards with her dad, the famous illusionist David Blaine, who is best known for his street performances. The young Blaine is taking the stage for the first time on ABC.

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Christopher Latham, Trisha Yearwood’s First Husband: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Trisha Yearwood has been married three times. Her first marriage was to music producer Christopher Latham. Read more about him and their marriage.

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Mama June’s Daughter Jessica Shannon Says Mom Pawned Her Car

Alyssa Choiniere

Mama June and her daughter, Jessica Shannon, are at odds with accusations June Shannon pawned the title to her daughter's car. Read more about their relationship turmoil.

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Mama June’s Relationship with Ex-Husband Sugar Bear Today

Alyssa Choiniere

Mama June and Sugar Bear are in the middle of a custody battle over their daughter Alana, better known as Honey Boo Boo. Read more about their relationship.

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How Many Movies Did the Two Coreys Haim & Feldman Do Together?

Alyssa Choiniere

Corey Feldman and Corey Haim, affectionately known in Hollywood as 'The Two Coreys," had a long history together beginning as child actors.

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Corey Haim’s Death: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Corey Haim died of complications from pneumonia, although his death at age 38 was investigated as a suspected drug overdose. Actor Corey Feldman, who starred with Haim in several movies, said in interviews at the time he knew Haim did not overdose. Read Corey Haim's full autopsy report.

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Bob & Sheila Feldman, Corey Feldman’s Parents: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Corey Feldman was born to a former Playboy waitress and a '60s musician in a suburb of Los Angeles. Feldman said his parents launched him to success against his will.

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Jon Grissom & Corey Feldman: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Jon Grissom is a man that Corey Feldman named publicly as a person who molested him when Feldman was a child actor in the 1980s. Read more about him and the accusation.

Corey Feldman’s New Documentary Live Stream: Where to Watch It Online

Alyssa Choiniere

Corey Feldman is self-publishing his documentary because he was unable to find a distributor, saying in interviews Netflix was "too scared" to show it.

Dr. Jennifer Ashton: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know

Alyssa Choiniere

Dr. Jennifer Ashton is a medical doctor and a medical correspondent for ABC News and Good Morning, America. See what she has to say about the coronavirus.

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Nik Wallenda’s Next Walk Hasn’t Been Announced

Alyssa Choiniere

Nik Wallenda is a dreamer with many huge plans for his future walks. But what exactly does he have in store next?