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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
Election Day Traditions, Superstitions Run Gamut: 'Make Nachos, Drink Heavily' Election Day Traditions, Superstitions Run Gamut: 'Make Nachos, Drink Heavily'
Election Day Traditions, Superstitions Run Gamut: 'Make Nachos, Drink Heavily' After months of endless campaign ads, fundraising texts, rally speeches, and plenty of late-night TV fodder – who could forget, “They’re eating the dogs!!” – you’ve finally cast your ballot. Now what? If you’re like most politically minded Americans, you’ll be glued to wall-to-wall TV coverage, or constantly refreshing (doom scrolling?) your social media feed until a winner is finally projected in the presidential race. Spoiler alert: it could take days. And election-related stress is no joke: A majority of Democrats and Republicans said concern over the presidential race was spiking their …

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News
Trooper Suspended, Stripped Of Gun After 'Inconsistencies' In Account Of Hempstead Shooting Trooper Suspended, Stripped Of Gun After 'Inconsistencies' In Account Of Hempstead Shooting
Trooper Suspended, Stripped Of Gun After 'Inconsistencies' In Account Of Hempstead Shooting A New York State Police trooper who claimed he was shot on a roadway in the region has been sidelined amid doubts about his story. On Long Island, trooper Thomas Mascia, age 27, was suspended without pay and stripped of his agency-issued service weapon, an NYSP spokesperson told Daily Voice. The agency is investigating whether Mascia, of West Hempstead, shot himself in the leg, NBC New York reports. It comes after state police confirmed it was conducting a joint investigation with the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office into what DA Anne Donnelly described as “certain inconsisten…

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Armed Robber Tussles With 7-Eleven Employees In Riverhead Armed Robber Tussles With 7-Eleven Employees In Riverhead
Armed Robber Tussles With 7-Eleven Employees In Riverhead A suspect is on the loose following an armed robbery at a Long Island convenience store. The incident happened in Riverhead, at the 7-Eleven store on Old Country Road, at around 1:45 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4. Riverhead Town Police said a masked man approached the counter and requested a pack of cigarettes before demanding that the female clerk open the cash register. When the employee refused, the man jumped over the counter and pulled out what appeared to be a gun covered with a cloth. At that point, a male employee intervened and attempted to subdue the suspect. After a brief struggle, the…

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Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing 22-Year-Old Man In Oceanside Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing 22-Year-Old Man In Oceanside
Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing 22-Year-Old Man In Oceanside A Long Island pastor is accused of sexually abusing a man. Thomas Moriarty, age 62, of New Hyde Park, was arrested Thursday, Oct. 31, following an investigation by the Nassau County Police Department’s Special Victims Squad. According to police, Moriarty – who is a pastor at Church of the Holy Spirit in New Hyde Park – sexually abused a 22-year-old man in Oceanside on Saturday, Oct. 26.  The relationship between him and the alleged victim was not immediately clear. Moriarty was arrested on suspicion of forcible touching, and was arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead. Detect…

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Police & Fire
Update: Missing Hempstead Woman Located Update: Missing Hempstead Woman Located
Update: Missing Hempstead Woman Located Update: A Long Island woman who was reported missing has been located. Christine Williams, age 57, of Hempstead, had last been seen leaving Emery Street at around 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, according to Nassau County Police. On Wednesday, Nov. 6, police announced that Williams had been located. No other details were given. Original report: Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing woman from Long Island. Christine Williams, age 57, of Hempstead, was last seen leaving Emery Street at around 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, according to Nassau County Police. Williams is 5-foot-4…

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Politics
Election 2024: Here’s Final Look At Long Island Congressional Races Election 2024: Here’s Final Look At Long Island Congressional Races
Election 2024: Here’s Final Look At Long Island Congressional Races These competitive races on Long Island could determine which party controls the US House next year. Below are the four congressional races that will be decided by Nassau and Suffolk county voters this Election Day. US House Office of Photography // Wikimedia Commons user Meenween 1st District: Nick LaLota vs. John Avlon Incumbent Republican Rep. Nick LaLota is hoping to defend his 1st District seat from Democratic challenger John Avlon. The district includes the eastern two-thirds of Suffolk County. The 46-year-old LaLota is a US Navy veteran who received a law degree from Hofstra …

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Human Remains Found Near School In Brentwood Human Remains Found Near School In Brentwood
Human Remains Found Near School In Brentwood Police are investigating after human remains were found not far from a high school on Long Island. The discovery was made in Brentwood, near the interaction of Fifth Avenue and Bancroft Road, shortly before 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4. Suffolk County Police said someone called 911 about remains found in a sump. It was determined the remains were those of a human. Additional details about the person, including their sex, age, and how long they were there, were not immediately available. An official identification and cause of death will be determined by the Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s o…

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Trooper's 'Inconsistencies' In Account Of West Hempstead Shooting Under Investigation By DA Trooper's 'Inconsistencies' In Account Of West Hempstead Shooting Under Investigation By DA
Trooper's 'Inconsistencies' In Account Of West Hempstead Shooting Under Investigation By DA A New York State Police trooper who suffered a gunshot wound on a roadway in the region may not have been entirely truthful about what happened. On Long Island, state police and the Nassau County District Attorney’s office are investigating “certain inconsistencies” in Trooper Thomas Mascia’s reporting of the alleged incident, a spokesperson for DA Anne Donnelly told Daily Voice. On Monday, Nov. 4, State Police executed a search warrant at Mascia’s home in West Hempstead. The agency also canceled the BOLO (be on the lookout) for the suspect vehicle. Earlier Report: Trooper Shot In W…

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Police & Fire
Seen Her? 14-Year-Old Girl From Freeport Has Been Missing For 3 Days Seen Her? 14-Year-Old Girl From Freeport Has Been Missing For 3 Days
Seen Her? 14-Year-Old Girl From Freeport Has Been Missing For 3 Days Authorities issued a public alert for a missing teenager from Long Island. Madisyn Simpson, age 14, of Freeport, was last seen leaving Laurette Lane at around 6 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, according to Nassau County Police. Simpson is 5-foot-3 and 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black puffer jacket. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nassau County Police Department at 516-573-7347 or call 911. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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Business
Michaels Opens New Store In Hicksville: Here's Where Michaels Opens New Store In Hicksville: Here's Where
Michaels Opens New Store In Hicksville: Here's Where Crafters, rejoice! Michaels celebrated the grand opening of its newest location on Long Island Wednesday, Oct. 30. The company opened its 20,000-square-foot store in Hicksville's Woodbury Shopping Center, located at 410 South Oyster Bay Road, at the former location of TJ Maxx. A popular destination for crafters and hobbyists alike, Michaels sells a wide range of arts and crafts supplies, as well as framing, floral items and candles, and home and holiday décor. The retailer operates over 1,200 stores throughout the United States and Canada. Visitors to the Woodbury Shopping Center will fi…

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