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Valerie Musson

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Valerie Musson is a passionate and enthusiastic digital newswriter and journalist from Rochester, New York. She graduated from the State University of New York at Fredonia with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism.

With past experience in video production, digital marketing and SEO, Valerie’s work has been published across a host of different publications. She has written for The Rockland County Times, CNY Vision, and Freelance Weekly. She has also produced marketing content for Mention, Small Business Marketing Tools, Green and Clean Mom, My Boat Life, and many other sites.

For more from Valerie, visit her professional writing portfolio at valeriemusson.contently.com.

Valerie Musson's Contributions

Police & Fire

Dog Struck By Hit-Run Driver In Warren County: Police Know anything? Police are seeking clues after a small dog was struck during a hit-and-run in Warren County. The suspect vehicle struck the dog near Route 57 and Brantwood Terrace and fled shortly after 9:40 a.m. on Monday, May 29, Mansfield Township Police confirmed Tuesday on social media: Yesterday 5/29 at 9:42 am this car struck a small dog in the area of Rt 57 and Brantwood Terrace and fled the scene. We... Posted by Mansfield Township Police Department on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 The dog had to be euthanized due to the severity of its injuries, according to several comments on t…

by Valerie Musson

05/30/2023

Traffic

Route 206 Crash Takes Down Light Pole, Detours Morris County Traffic A crash on Route 206 in Chester took down a traffic light Tuesday, May 30, prompting a series of detours that will continue until repairs are made. The crash occurred at the highway intersection with Four Bridges and Hillside Road in Chester around 8:45 a.m., according to police and the NJDOT. Rt 206 southbound all lanes closed South of CR 625/ Bartley Chester Rd in Chester due to traffic signal down. Slow down, use caution and expect delays. — NJDOT (@NewJerseyDOT) May 30, 2023 As emergency crews work to repair the damaged light pole, several detours have been put into place: Right t…

by Valerie Musson

05/30/2023

Lifestyle

Morristown Staff Pharmacist Requiring New Modified Van After Rt. 287 Malfunction Sees Support A devoted Staff Pharmacist at Morristown Medical Center is seeing support after her modified van malfunctioned on Route 287, leaving her without transportation and unable to work. Laura Nellen, who was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type III, has undergone countless surgeries throughout her hospital stays and has been fully wheelchair-bound since 2018, she writes in a GoFundMe launched for financial support. Nellen persevered and earned a B.S. in Chemistry from NYU in 2016 before graduating from Rutgers University with my Doctorate of Pharmacy last year, settling into a Staff Pharmacist…

by Valerie Musson

05/30/2023

Lifestyle

Best Ice Cream Shops Across North Jersey This summer’s gonna be a hot one, and we all know that staying cool can be serious business. What better way to ward off the heat than with a delicious dish of soft serve or a creamy, custardy cone loaded with your favorite toppings? Here’s a list of the most popular ice cream shops across North Jersey, meticulously curated according to the highest-rated shops on user review sites. Holsten’s, Bloomfield "So tasty and refreshing" - Any customer who tries this Come on by today and experience our delicious Orange Creamsicle #icecream #homemade #bloomfieldnj #getlocal Posted by …

by Valerie Musson

05/27/2023

Police & Fire

Sussex County Ex-Con Guilty Of Murder In Hunterdon Stabbing Of 38-Year-Old Woman, Jury Finds A Sussex County ex-con was found guilty after a three-week trial of first-degree murder and other charges in connection with the stabbing of a 38-year-old woman in Hunterdon County, authorities announced on Friday, May 26. Brandon E. Petersen, 33, of Newton, was found guilty of first-degree murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, unlawful possession of a weapon, and unlawful taking of a means of conveyance, Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson said. He was acquitted of his witness tampering charge. RELATED STORY — Grisly History Of Sussex Man Captured In Hunterdon H…

by Valerie Musson

05/26/2023

Police & Fire

Driver Hurt As SUV Hits Barrier And Flips In Hunterdon County: State Police An SUV driver was taken to a nearby hospital after the vehicle struck a concrete barrier in Hunterdon County and flipped on Thursday, May 25, state police said. The crash occurred on State Highway 29 northbound in Stockton shortly before 6:15 p.m., NJSP Lt. Lawrence Peele told Daily Voice. A Dodge Journey struck a concrete traffic barrier and overturned near County Road 523. The driver was taken to Hunterdon Medical Center for treatment of a leg injury, Peele said. No other vehicles were involved in the crash, which remained under investigation. Other assisting agencies include the Stock…

by Valerie Musson

05/26/2023

Police & Fire

Warrant Issued For Accused Meth, Heroin Dealer After Phillipsburg Raid: Prosecutor An accused drug dealer was charged on a warrant after police said they found meth and heroin while raiding a Phillipsburg home, authorities announced. A warrant was issued for the arrest of Patricia Haasz, 41, with charges for two counts of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and one count of distribution of methamphetamine, Warren County Prosecutor James Pfeiffer said in a Friday, May 26 statement. A team of local police, county detectives, and state troopers executed a search warrant at a property on North Main Street, which turned up meth, heroin, and assorted para…

by Valerie Musson

05/26/2023

Police & Fire

Emergency Gas Leak Evacuates 2 Homes, Closes Morris County Intersection: DEVELOPING An emergency gas leak shut down a Morris County intersection and evacuated two homes on Friday, May 26, according to police and developing reports. Initial and unconfirmed reports said a gas line was struck on Mt. Pleasant Avenue in East Hanover around 10:30 a.m., requiring crews to clear two homes. Meanwhile, the roadway was shut down from the intersection of River Road to the back of the Wendy’s restaurant on Route 10 as fire crews responded. Road closed due to emergency gas leak. CHIEF CANNIZZO Posted by East Hanover Police Department on Friday, May 26, 2023 This is a developi…

by Valerie Musson

05/26/2023

Traffic

Rt. 80 Crash Backs Up Rush-Hour Traffic In Morris County: DEVELOPING A crash on Route 80 shut down multiple lanes and backed up rush-hour traffic in Morris County on Thursday, May 25, developing reports say. The crash with reported injuries occurred in the westbound lanes east of exit 28 to CR 631/US 46 in Roxbury Township around 3:40 p.m., according to 511NJ. Two of three left lanes were initially shut down, causing delays of up to 20 minutes. One lane had reopened as of around 4:10 p.m. Crash with Injuries on I-80 westbound East of Exit 28 - CR 631/US 46 (Roxbury Twp) 2 Left lanes of 3 lanes closed 15-20 minute delay https://t.co/IRFIJC5LCr — 511NJ I80…

by Valerie Musson

05/25/2023

Obituaries

Family Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30 The grieving loved ones of a passionate, caring, and devoted New Jersey RN who died by suicide at age 30 are accepting donations to launch a nonprofit that will honor his legacy while advocating for essential mental health support services and accessibility. Joseph Lavery Gullo, of West Berlin, died Wednesday, May 10, his obituary says. He leaves behind his incredible parents, Gregory and Susan (Diamond ) Gullo; his brother and sister, Gregory Gullo, Jr. (Kate), and Erin Gullo (Kyle); his two beloved dogs, Jager and Meep; as well as countless extended family members and close friends who wil…

by Valerie Musson

05/25/2023

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