Ben Crnic

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Ben Crnic graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Geoscience in 2021. He has previously worked as a reporter with the Journal Inquirer in Manchester, Connecticut, and has also contributed work to the Connecticut Mirror. Ben joined the Daily Voice team in October of 2022.

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Poughkeepsie, NY
Breaking News
Man Shot By Cops After Pointing Fake Gun At Officers In Poughkeepsie Pleads Guilty Man Shot By Cops After Pointing Fake Gun At Officers In Poughkeepsie Pleads Guilty Man Shot By Cops After Pointing Fake Gun At Officers In Poughkeepsie Pleads Guilty
Man Shot By Cops After Pointing Fake Gun At Officers In Poughkeepsie Pleads Guilty A man who was shot by police after deliberately making a false 911 report and pointing a realistic-looking BB gun at responding officers in Dutchess County in 2024 has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.  Poughkeepsie resident Kevin Fitzpatrick, 43, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Oct. 14, to three counts of menacing a police officer, one count of reckless endangerment, and one count of falsely reporting an incident, Dutchess County District Attorney Anthony Parisi announced on Friday, Oct. 16. The plea stems from a confrontation on Dec. 22, 2024, at the Fallkill Commons apartment …

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Poughkeepsie, NY
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Man, 42, Caught After Breaking Into Cars In Poughkeepsie Neighborhood: Police Man, 42, Caught After Breaking Into Cars In Poughkeepsie Neighborhood: Police Man, 42, Caught After Breaking Into Cars In Poughkeepsie Neighborhood: Police
Man, 42, Caught After Breaking Into Cars In Poughkeepsie Neighborhood: Police A 42-year-old man was arrested after police linked him to an overnight vehicle break-in in Dutchess County — and discovered evidence that he was involved in another, previously unreported theft, authorities said.  Brian Gor, 42, was arrested on Thursday, Oct. 15, the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department announced on Friday, Oct. 16.  According to police, officers responded to Wilmer Terrace around 7:13 a.m. after receiving a report that a vehicle had been broken into sometime overnight. Police eventually were able to identify a suspect, the department said. Soon after, off…

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Albany, NY
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Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit
Dollar General Overcharged NY Shoppers, AG Finds: Retailer Will Pay $1.875M To Nonprofit Dollar General has agreed to a $1.875 million settlement after state prosecutors said an investigation discovered they routinely charged customers more than advertised prices, sometimes making it difficult for New York shoppers to even determine how much they paid.  Dollar General has agreed to provide $1.875 million worth of food and personal care products to Foodlink, a New York nonprofit, and overhaul its pricing practices following an investigation by Attorney General Letitia James, her office announced on Thursday, Oct. 15.  The AG's Office said its investigation found widesp…

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Rivertowns, NY
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'Dangerous' Coyote Bites Dog During Walk In Dobbs Ferry: Police 'Dangerous' Coyote Bites Dog During Walk In Dobbs Ferry: Police 'Dangerous' Coyote Bites Dog During Walk In Dobbs Ferry: Police
'Dangerous' Coyote Bites Dog During Walk In Dobbs Ferry: Police Police in a Westchester County village are increasing patrols and have been authorized to kill a coyote deemed dangerous after it reportedly approached a resident from behind and bit their dog.  The incident happened on Clinton Avenue in Dobbs Ferry on Wednesday morning, Oct. 14, according to Dobbs Ferry Police.  Police said a resident was walking their dog when a coyote approached from behind and may have bitten or nipped the animal. Although the encounter was not witnessed, police said they are treating the incident as a confirmed bite.  The animal has since been clas…

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Monsey, NY
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Fallen Tree, Utility Wires Shut Down Road Near School In Ramapo Fallen Tree, Utility Wires Shut Down Road Near School In Ramapo Fallen Tree, Utility Wires Shut Down Road Near School In Ramapo
Fallen Tree, Utility Wires Shut Down Road Near School In Ramapo A fallen tree and downed utility wires have forced a road closure in Rockland County — but police said access to a nearby school remains in place. Union Road in the Town of Ramapo is closed between Brick Church Road and Grandview Avenue, according to a traffic alert issued by the Ramapo Police Department at 12:03 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16.  Police said a large tree had fallen across the roadway, bringing utility wires down with it and making the road impassable.  Access to Hempstead Elementary School remains available despite the closure, authorities confirmed. Drivers should avoi…

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Pawling, NY
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Historic Dairy Barn Turned Luxury Home Hits Market For $2.4M In Pawling Historic Dairy Barn Turned Luxury Home Hits Market For $2.4M In Pawling Historic Dairy Barn Turned Luxury Home Hits Market For $2.4M In Pawling
Historic Dairy Barn Turned Luxury Home Hits Market For $2.4M In Pawling A centuries-old dairy barn in Dutchess County that was transformed into a sprawling country estate and has been featured by national publications has hit the market for $2.4 million.  Quaker Hill Estate, located at 823 North Quaker Hill Rd. in Pawling, sits on 5.42 private acres surrounded by horse farms, meadows, and hiking trails, and is now listed by Anthony D'Argenzio of This Old Hudson Team at Houlihan Lawrence.  Dating back to around 1800, the former dairy barn was once part of the historic Taber family farm, which was purchased in 1760 by Thomas Taber of Dartmouth…

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Armonk, NY
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Man, 84, Killed, 4 Hospitalized In Parkway Crash In North White Plains Man, 84, Killed, 4 Hospitalized In Parkway Crash In North White Plains Man, 84, Killed, 4 Hospitalized In Parkway Crash In North White Plains
Man, 84, Killed, 4 Hospitalized In Parkway Crash In North White Plains An 84-year-old man was killed and four other people were taken to a hospital following a three-vehicle crash at a busy intersection in Westchester County, police said.  The fatal crash happened on Thursday, Oct. 15, at the intersection of the northbound Central Westchester Parkway and North Broadway in North White Plains, the North Castle Police Department announced.  Police said three vehicles were involved in the collision, including a 2026 Mercedes driven by an 84-year-old man. The elderly driver suffered fatal injuries in the crash, authorities confirmed.  Four othe…

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Putnam Valley, NY
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Antisemitic Signs Reported Around Putnam Valley: Elected Officials Antisemitic Signs Reported Around Putnam Valley: Elected Officials Antisemitic Signs Reported Around Putnam Valley: Elected Officials
Antisemitic Signs Reported Around Putnam Valley: Elected Officials Reports of antisemitic signs appearing throughout a Putnam County community have prompted condemnation from local and state officials, with town authorities now working to remove the hateful messages.  The signs were posted throughout Putnam Valley, town officials confirmed on Thursday, Oct. 15. The town said its building inspector is removing the signs and that the Putnam County Sheriff's Office has been contacted.  "Hate speech will not be tolerated in our Town," town officials said in a public statement.  Assemblyman Matt Slater and Putnam Valley Town Board member Christ…

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Yonkers, NY
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Shots Fired Near Busy Yonkers Intersection After Possible Dispute Prompt Investigation Shots Fired Near Busy Yonkers Intersection After Possible Dispute Prompt Investigation Shots Fired Near Busy Yonkers Intersection After Possible Dispute Prompt Investigation
Shots Fired Near Busy Yonkers Intersection After Possible Dispute Prompt Investigation Police are investigating after multiple gunshots were fired near an intersection in Westchester County in what authorities believe may have been a dispute.  The incident happened on Thursday, Oct. 15, around 2:45 p.m., near the intersection of Palisade Avenue and Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers, according to the Yonkers Police Department.  Officers responded to the area after receiving reports of shots fired. After arriving, police confirmed gunshots had been fired, potentially in connection with a dispute.  No injuries have been reported, authorities said.  Detective…

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Monroe, NY
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Baseball Bat-Wielding Man Smashes Way Into Target, Found With Drugs In Monroe: Police Baseball Bat-Wielding Man Smashes Way Into Target, Found With Drugs In Monroe: Police Baseball Bat-Wielding Man Smashes Way Into Target, Found With Drugs In Monroe: Police
Baseball Bat-Wielding Man Smashes Way Into Target, Found With Drugs In Monroe: Police A 43-year-old man was arrested after police said he used a baseball bat to smash his way into a Target store in Orange County in the middle of the night, where he was caught with prescription drugs.  The incident happened just after midnight on Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Target located at 128 Bailey Farm Rd. in Monroe, New York State Police said on Friday, Oct. 16. There, troopers responded to a report of a burglary in progress. When they arrived, officers discovered that the business, which was closed at the time, had broken glass entry doors.  Troopers then entered the buil…

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