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Joe Lombardi

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Joe Lombardi, Daily Voice's Managing Editor, has spent his professional career as a newsroom director, manager, editor, producer, writer, reporter and broadcaster who has worked at major websites, television networks, newspapers, magazines and radio stations and as a book author.

The Manhattan native, Irvington (NY) High School and University of Dayton graduate has been actively involved in web publishing for more than 25 years. In addition, he also has expertise in marketing, public relations and social media.

Lombardi rejoined Daily Voice in September 2013 as managing editor after serving as sports editorial consultant from August 2011 through January 2012. He was named to oversee editorial operations in the fall of 2017.

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Business
Red Lobster Launches Revamped Menu With 7 New Items After Exiting Bankruptcy Red Lobster Launches Revamped Menu With 7 New Items After Exiting Bankruptcy
Red Lobster Launches Revamped Menu With 7 New Items After Exiting Bankruptcy Two months after exiting bankruptcy, restaurant chain Red Lobster is unveiling a revamped menu. It features these seven new items: Lobster Pappardelle Pasta Bacon Wrapped Sea Scallops Lobster Bisque Lemon Basil Mahi Simply Prepared Mahi Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Roasted Asparagus In addition, a pair of old fan-favorites that had been discontinued are back:  Popcorn Shrimp, Hush Puppies  Red Lobster is now giving guests the ability to customize their seafood favorites with the launch of "Create your Own Ultimate Feast." Customers can mix and match two premium picks such as …

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Police & Fire
Fatal Hit-Run Crash: Suspect Nabbed In Hampton Bays Fatal Hit-Run Crash: Suspect Nabbed In Hampton Bays
Fatal Hit-Run Crash: Suspect Nabbed In Hampton Bays A Long Island man has been arrested following a months-long investigation into a fatal hit-and-run. Southampton Town Police said Benjamin J. SheenWaltzer, age 32, turned himself in on Friday, Nov. 15, after being linked to a crash on Springville Road in Hampton Bays. The crash on Wednesday, March 6 killed Angel Astimbay, age 67, a resident of Hampton Bays. SheenWaltzer, of Southampton, faces felony charges of: Leaving the scene of an accident with injuries resulting in death, Tampering with physical evidence. He was arraigned in Suffolk County Court and released on $50,000 bail. Inquiri…

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Police & Fire
$500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Brentwood Burglary $500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Brentwood Burglary
$500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Brentwood Burglary Authorities are searching for those responsible for a high-value burglary on Long Island that netted an estimated $500,000 in valuables. The break-in took place overnight between Sept. 28 and Sept. 29 at Wieco Wire and Cable Inc., located on Rodeo Drive in Brentwood, according to Suffolk County Police.  Investigators say the suspect or suspects forced entry into the business and stole gold bars, high-end watches, collectible coins, and sports memorabilia. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.  Anyone with details can submit…

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Police & Fire
East Setauket Man Nabbed For DWAI After LIE Crash With Serious Injuries In Holtsville: Police East Setauket Man Nabbed For DWAI After LIE Crash With Serious Injuries In Holtsville: Police
East Setauket Man Nabbed For Dwai After LIE Crash With Serious Injuries In Holtsville: Police A man has been arrested on charges of driving while ability impaired by drugs and alcohol after a chain-reaction Long Island Expressway crash sent four others to the hospital overnight. The incident occurred around 12:20 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15, on the eastbound side, about 1,000 feet east of Nicolls Road in Holtsville. Police say Matthew Sheehy, age 46, of East Setauket, was driving a 2022 Dodge pickup when he struck a disabled 2010 Chrysler Town and Country parked on the right shoulder.  The impact sent the Chrysler across the lanes, where it was struck by a 2018 Honda CRV. The Chrys…

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Weather
Strong Winds, Dry Conditions Raise Fire Risk Through Weekend In Northeast: 5-Day Forecast Strong Winds, Dry Conditions Raise Fire Risk Through Weekend In Northeast: 5-Day Forecast
Strong Winds, Dry Conditions Raise Fire Risk Through Weekend In Northeast: 5-Day Forecast Lingering dry conditions, couple with strong winds, will lead to an increased risk of fire spread through the weekend. Wind speeds on Friday, Nov. 15 will be 10 to 15 miles per hour with gusts up to 20 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Low humidity values of 20 to 25 percent will enhance the risk of fires. Ninety-six percent of the Northeast is now experiencing abnormally dry to drought conditions, according to the United States Drought Monitor. After a cloudy start on Friday, it will gradually become partly to mostly sunny with high temperatures generall…

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Police & Fire
Farmingville Man Charged With DWI After Crash Seriously Injures Passenger In Selden Farmingville Man Charged With DWI After Crash Seriously Injures Passenger In Selden
Farmingville Man Charged With DWI After Crash Seriously Injures Passenger In Selden A man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after a crash left his passenger seriously injured on Long Island. Francisco Fernandesdosreis, of Farmingville, was driving a 2004 Jeep Cherokee northbound when the vehicle struck two parked cars and overturned in front of 111 College Road in Selden around 5:10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, according to Suffolk County Police. The passenger, a 70-year-old Farmingville man whose name has not been released pending notification of family, was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious injuries. Fernandesdosreis was uninjured. He wa…

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Business
Advance Auto Parts To Close Over 700 Stores Advance Auto Parts To Close Over 700 Stores
Advance Auto Parts To Close Over 700 Stores A nationwide auto parts retailers says it will close over 700 stores as part of “a strategic plan to improve business performance.” Advance Auto Parts, which has about 4,800 total stores, and locations in almost every state, made the announcement on Thursday, Nov. 14. The affected outlets will close by May 2025 and are made up of 523 corporate stores, and 204 independently owned locations. In addition, four distribution centers will also close. Specific locations to be closed have not yet been announced. In announcing the move, President and Chief Executive Officer Shane O’Kelly said…

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Weather
Newly Named Tropical Storm Sara Forms: Here's Latest Newly Named Tropical Storm Sara Forms: Here's Latest
Newly Named Tropical Storm Sara Forms: Here's Latest There's a brand-new tropical storm with just two weeks remaining in the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. A system in the central Caribbean Sea called Tropical Depression 19 was upgraded to Tropical Storm Sara on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 14. It's now moving westward toward Central America.  Tropical storm warnings are in effect for parts of Honduras and Nicaragua.  "Residents in these areas should monitor the storm's progress and follow local advisories," the National Hurricane Center said. Current projections have the storm headed to Florida on Wednesday, Nov. 20. (See the …

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News
Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Riverhead Break-In Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Riverhead Break-In
Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Riverhead Break-In A Long Island sweet shop was hit by a burglar who made off with cash, leaving the popular business with unexpected losses. Officers were called to Star Confectionary in Riverhead on East Main Street on Tuesday, Nov. 12, after the owner discovered the break-in around 7:55 a.m.  Initially, it appeared that nothing was missing, but the owner later found that assorted US currency had been taken, Riverhead Police said. Detectives believe the break-in happened between 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, and 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Riverhead P…

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Police & Fire
Man Struck By Pickup Truck In Hicksville Man Struck By Pickup Truck In Hicksville
Man Struck By Pickup Truck In Hicksville A man was hospitalized after being struck by a truck on Long Island. The accident occurred on Wednesday, Nov. 13, around 5:55 p.m. on Jerusalem Avenue near Nelson Avenue in Hicksville, according to Nassau County police. Police reported that a 64-year-old man driving a 2005 Nissan pickup truck southbound on Jerusalem Avenue hit a 59-year-old man crossing the road. The pedestrian was taken to a nearby hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. The driver remained at the scene, and no additional injuries were reported.

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