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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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Politics
Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services
Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services President-elect Donald Trump tapped a controversial New Yorker to oversee public health. Robert F Kennedy Jr. is his choice for secretary of health and human services, Trump announced Thursday, Nov. 14.  "For too long, Americans have been crushed by the industrial food complex and drug companies who have engaged in deception, misinformation, and disinformation when it comes to Public Health," Trump said on Truth Social. Earlier Report: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Suspends Presidential Bid, Backs Donald Trump "The Safety and Health of all Americans is the most important role of any A…

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Schools
These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Nassau County, New Ranking Shows These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Nassau County, New Ranking Shows
These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Nassau County, New Ranking Shows The grades are in and these Long Island schools are head of the class. After considering a number of key areas, the following Nassau County schools were ranked top 5 in Niche’s 2025 “Best Public Elementary Schools in Nassau County” report: No. 1 - Village Elementary School in Syosset No. 2 - Walt Whitman Elementary School in Woodbury No. 3 - South Grove Elementary School in Syosset No. 4 - Jeffrey Ratner Robert Seaman Elementary School in Jericho No. 5 - Baylis Elementary School in Plainview All five elementary schools earned an overall grade of A+, receiving top marks in the academics…

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These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Suffolk County, New Ranking Shows These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Suffolk County, New Ranking Shows
These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Suffolk County, New Ranking Shows The grades are in and these Long Island schools are head of the class. After considering a number of key areas, the following Suffolk County schools were ranked top 5 in Niche’s 2025 “Best Public Elementary Schools in Suffolk County” report: No. 1 - Vanderbilt Elementary School in Dix Hills No. 2 - Paumanok Elementary School in Dix Hills No. 3 - Nassakeag Elementary School in East Setauket No. 4 - Otsego Elementary School in Dix Hills No. 5 - Lloyd Harbor School in Lloyd Harbor All five elementary schools earned overall grades of either A or A+, receiving top marks in the academics and…

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News
Terrorism Charge: Dad Tried Bombing Uniondale Building After Losing Visitation Rights, DA Says Terrorism Charge: Dad Tried Bombing Uniondale Building After Losing Visitation Rights, DA Says
Terrorism Charge: Dad Tried Bombing Uniondale Building After Losing Visitation Rights, DA Says A father angered over losing visitation rights with his kids tried bombing a Long Island government building, prosecutors said, leading to the county’s first ever terrorism charge. James Luca, age 46, of North Merrick, was arraigned on terrorism and related charges in Nassau County Court on Wednesday, Nov. 13, in connection with an attempted bombing at the Nassau County Department of Social Services building in Uniondale. Prosecutors said Luca and a co-defendant, 25-year-old Jayson Reyes, of North Merrick, arrived at the building on Charles Lindbergh Boulevard at around 2 a.m. Tuesday, Sept…

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News
Update: 13-Year-Old Girl Who Left Bay Shore Residential Facility Located Update: 13-Year-Old Girl Who Left Bay Shore Residential Facility Located
Update: 13-Year-Old Girl Who Left Bay Shore Residential Facility Located Update: A 13-year-old Long Island girl who was reported missing has been located. Tiffany Alvarado, of Bay Shore, walked away from a residential treatment facility at around 12:20 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, her mother Lisa told Daily Voice. The teen was located shortly before 4 p.m. Wednesday, Lisa announced on Facebook. No other details were given. Original report: A Long Island mother is asking for the community’s help in locating her 13-year-old daughter. Tiffany Alvarado, of Bay Shore, walked away from a residential treatment facility at around 12:20 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, her mothe…

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Home Health Aide Steals Thousands Of Dollars From Babylon Patient, Police Say Home Health Aide Steals Thousands Of Dollars From Babylon Patient, Police Say
Home Health Aide Steals Thousands Of Dollars From Babylon Patient, Police Say A Long Island caregiver is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from her elderly patient. Relatives of a 90-year-old Babylon woman contacted New York State Police on Thursday, Oct. 24, after noticing several suspicious transactions on her bank statement. An investigation revealed that the woman’s home health aide, 39-year-old Jeneva Polwah, of Levittown, had used her debit card to make several Amazon purchases, police said. A total of $1,850 worth of Amazon purchases was charged to the victim’s card between June and October 2024. “Polwah misused her position of trust to steal money fr…

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News
Victim ID'd In Fatal Farmingdale Crash Victim ID'd In Fatal Farmingdale Crash
Victim ID'd In Fatal Farmingdale Crash Authorities have identified a person who was killed in an early-morning crash on Long Island. The incident happened in Farmingdale, near the intersection of Fulton and Staples streets, shortly after 5 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Nassau County Police said a Honda SUV was heading southbound on Fulton Street when it struck a man riding a bicycle. Earlier Report: 41-Year-Old Killed In Early-Morning Collision In Farmingdale The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The 37-year-old man driving the Honda was taken to a hospital with minor injuries. On Wednesday, Nov. 13, police identif…

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Business
Popular Taco Chain Opening New Restaurant In Holbrook Popular Taco Chain Opening New Restaurant In Holbrook
Popular Taco Chain Opening New Restaurant In Holbrook A popular Italian taquería is opening a new restaurant on Long Island. Tony’s Tacos signed a long-term lease at Holbrook’s The Shops at SunVet on Sunrise Highway, according to Breslin Realty. An opening date was not given. The restaurant chain boasts just about every type of taco one could crave, including several varieties of chicken, shrimp, pork, fish, and veggie tacos. Tacos alla Scarpetta Facebook/Tony's Tacos Unique combinations include short rib Peter Luger, chicken parm, smoked salmon, mushroom risotto, and a surf & turf taco. Those opting for the classic carne asada …

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News
Gunman Admits To 'Execution-Style' Murder Of 32-Year-Old Outside Mastic Beach Business Gunman Admits To 'Execution-Style' Murder Of 32-Year-Old Outside Mastic Beach Business
Gunman Admits To 'Execution-Style' Murder Of 32-Year-Old Outside Mastic Beach Business An accused gunman formally confessed to shooting a man to death outside a Long Island business. Joseph Scalafani, age 34, of Mastic Beach, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in Suffolk County Court on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the death of Alex Smith. Prosecutors said Scalafani ambushed the 32-year-old Smith and the man’s girlfriend as they exited a Mastic Beach bar on Neighborhood Road, at around 2 a.m. on May 20, 2023. Earlier Report: Wanted: Suspect ID'd In Fatal Shooting Of 30-Year-Old Long Island Man He fired numerous shots at Smith, striking him multiple times in his back and …

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Obituaries
Van Ritshie, Beloved MTA Announcer, ‘Voice Of Hudson Valley’ Radio Host, Dies Van Ritshie, Beloved MTA Announcer, ‘Voice Of Hudson Valley’ Radio Host, Dies
Van Ritshie, Beloved MTA Announcer, ‘Voice Of Hudson Valley’ Radio Host, Dies If you’ve ever hopped a train or scanned a radio in these parts, chances are good you’ve heard the velvety smooth voice of Van Ritshie. The longtime Hudson Valley radio host and voiceover artist, whose voice guided MTA commuters for decades, died Sunday, Nov. 3, at a Dutchess County hospice center in Poughkeepsie. He was 80 years old. “The Family of Van Ritshie is sad to announce that ‘The Voice of the Hudson Valley’ has passed on to be with Jesus after a brief illness surrounded by family,” reads his obituary. After earning his communications degree at Queensborough Community College in Q…

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