The phrase identifies a specific category of content published by a local news source. It refers to death notices and related biographical information released by the Valley News Dispatch, focused on individuals who have recently passed away and whose information is being published on the current day. These notices typically include details such as the deceased’s name, age, date of death, and funeral service information.
Such publications serve a vital role in community record-keeping and remembrance. They provide an official announcement of a death, allowing friends, family, and community members to learn of the passing. Historically, these notices were often the primary means of disseminating such information, and they continue to provide a centralized location for details regarding memorial services. Furthermore, they often offer a brief biographical sketch, preserving a small part of the deceased’s life story for posterity.
