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Michael Mashburn

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Michael joined the Daily Voice team in April 2022 covering news throughout New York, including the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Long Island.

He previously worked as a radio reporter covering local news and traffic for ABC News Radio affiliates KTAR in Phoenix and KOMO in Seattle.

Michael graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism in May 2014. 

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S'mores Started Massive Brush Fire Outside Hamptons, Officials Say S'mores Started Massive Brush Fire Outside Hamptons, Officials Say
S'mores Started Massive Brush Fire Outside Hamptons, Officials Say A family attempting to make s’mores in their backyard accidentally sparked several brush fires that burned hundreds of acres on Long Island, authorities said. An investigation by Suffolk County Police Arson Section detectives determined that high winds spread embers from a Manorville backyard on Cozine Road after the family attempted to start a fire for s’mores, the agency announced Monday, March 10. “It’s believed strong winds spurred additional fires from embers leading to the brush fires,” Suffolk County Police said. Detectives are continuing to speak with witnesses and investigate tips,…

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Police & Fire
West Babylon Girl, 15, Has Been Missing For 3 Days West Babylon Girl, 15, Has Been Missing For 3 Days
West Babylon Girl, 15, Has Been Missing For 3 Days It’s been days since a Long Island teenager went missing. Chrisvel Peguero, 15, was last seen in West Babylon on Friday, March 7, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. She was wearing a gray sweatshirt and gray sweatpants at the time, officials said. No other details were given. Anyone with information is asked to contact 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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Police & Fire
Drunk Driver Barrels Past Road Closure, Nearly Hits Cop On Southern State In Babylon: Police Drunk Driver Barrels Past Road Closure, Nearly Hits Cop On Southern State In Babylon: Police
Drunk Driver Barrels Past Road Closure, Nearly Hits Cop On Southern State In Babylon: Police A Long Island man is facing drunk driving charges after speeding through a road closure on the Southern State Parkway and narrowly missing a state investigator, police said. Kenneth Salgado, 31, of Bethpage, was driving westbound near Exit 37 in Babylon when he blew past a DOT road closure set up for an unrelated incident at around 8 p.m. Saturday, Mach 8, New York State Police said. Salgado, who was driving on only three tires, ignored barricades and sped through the closure, prompting a trooper to initiate a pursuit, police said. At one point, Salgado came dangerously close to striking …

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Child Sex Abuser On Parole Caught With Child Pornography In Catskill, Police Say Child Sex Abuser On Parole Caught With Child Pornography In Catskill, Police Say
Child Sex Abuser On Parole Caught With Child Pornography In Catskill, Police Say A convicted child sex abuser who was released from prison early was caught with child pornography, police said. Peter Lentz, 42, of Catskill, was re-arrested following a New York State Police investigation into indecent material involving minors on Thursday, March 6, the agency said. Troopers began investigating Lentz in October 2024 following a mandatory meeting with his parole officer at his Catskill home. During the meeting, the officer discovered an electronic device belonging to Lentz that contained “indecent material” involving children, police said. Lentz was initially arrested…

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What Is Hantavirus? Gene Hackman's Wife Died From Rodent-Transmitted Disease, Officials Say What Is Hantavirus? Gene Hackman's Wife Died From Rodent-Transmitted Disease, Officials Say
What Is Hantavirus? Gene Hackman's Wife Died From Rodent-Transmitted Disease, Officials Say A rare but serious virus linked to rodents claimed the life of Betsy Arakawa, the wife of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, health officials said. Arakawa, 65, died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome on Tuesday, Feb. 11, a full week before the 95-year-old Hackman died from cardiovascular disease and advanced Alzheimer’s, New Mexico’s chief medical examiner revealed at a press conference Friday, March 7. The couple of more than 35 years–along with one of their three dogs–was found dead inside their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Wednesday, Feb. 26, as Daily Voice reported. Hantavirus is …

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Sports
Albany Teen Dies Week After Suffering Cardiac Arrest During Volleyball Tournament: 'With God' Albany Teen Dies Week After Suffering Cardiac Arrest During Volleyball Tournament: 'With God'
Albany Teen Dies Week After Suffering Cardiac Arrest During Volleyball Tournament: 'With God' A New York teen died a week after going into cardiac arrest during a volleyball tournament. The Albany-area athlete, a member of the Capital Region Sliders Volleyball Club, was playing in the Boston Volleyball Festival when he collapsed inside the Boston Convention Center on Friday night, Feb. 21, as Daily Voice reported. In an update Friday, Feb. 28, family friend Odette Fung announced that the boy had died. “On behalf of the family, it is with the heaviest of hearts that I inform you that their son is with God,” Fung wrote on a GoFundMe campaign. “With or without knowing you, the family …

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Person Hit, Killed By LIRR Train In Copiague (DEVELOPING) Person Hit, Killed By LIRR Train In Copiague (DEVELOPING)
Person Hit, Killed By Lirr Train In Copiague (Developing) A person was struck and killed by a Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train on Friday afternoon, March 7. The incident happened near the Copiague station, near Great Neck Road and Railroad Avenue, shortly before 4 p.m. A "trespasser" was on the tracks when they were struck by a train, an MTA spokesperson told Daily Voice. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. There are scattered delays on the Babylon Branch due to trespasser being struck by a train near Copiague. See https://t.co/LYwhwafjfY or use the TrainTime app for the latest updates. pic.twitter.com/3Cl5rUnnh1 — LIRR (@LIRR) Mar…

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Lifestyle
Popular Bagelry Brings Fresh Twist On Breakfast Favorites To North Greenbush Popular Bagelry Brings Fresh Twist On Breakfast Favorites To North Greenbush
Popular Bagelry Brings Fresh Twist On Breakfast Favorites To North Greenbush Bagel lovers, rejoice–a Capital Region staple has expanded its empire of beloved bagels, coffee, and cozy vibes. Uncommon Grounds, known for its freshly made bagels and house-roasted coffee, officially opened its newest location at 600 North Greenbush Road in North Greenbush on Wednesday, March 5, and locals are already buzzing. “We can’t wait to welcome you to our cozy new spot and serve up the good stuff: freshly roasted coffee, mouthwatering bagels, delightful muffins, and those legendary bagel sandwiches you’ve been hearing about,” owner Mike Hoover said on Facebook. What’s on the Menu…

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Lifestyle
Hollywood Calling: Steven Spielberg’s Latest Film Needs Extras In Catskill, Haines Falls Hollywood Calling: Steven Spielberg’s Latest Film Needs Extras In Catskill, Haines Falls
Hollywood Calling: Steven Spielberg’s Latest Film Needs Extras In Catskill, Haines Falls Ever dreamed of rubbing elbows with Hollywood’s biggest names—or at least appearing in the background of their next blockbuster? Now’s your chance! Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. is on the hunt for Hudson Valley locals to appear as extras in the upcoming feature film NON-VIEW, directed by none other than Steven Spielberg and starring Emily Blunt. Filming is set to take place in Catskill and Haines Falls on Wednesday, April 9 and Friday, April 11. The casting team is seeking extras to play hotel guests, diner patrons, and drivers with cars to help bring the scenes to life. No experience? No p…

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Police & Fire
Watch: Group Steals $9K Worth Of Jackets From Manhasset Business, Police Say Watch: Group Steals $9K Worth Of Jackets From Manhasset Business, Police Say
Watch: Group Steals $9K Worth Of Jackets From Manhasset Business, Police Say A group of young shoplifters made off with thousands of dollars in stolen jackets from a Long Island business, police said. The incident happened in Manhasset, at the Mackage store at Americana Manhassat mall on Northern Boulevard, at around 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6. Surveillance footage captured four male suspects snatch assorted jackets–worth a combined $9,000—before fleeing the store without paying, Nassau County Police said. The group was seen driving away from the area in a dark colored Kia. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest. Ano…

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