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Ben Crnic

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Ben Crnic graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Geoscience in 2021. He has previously worked as a reporter with the Journal Inquirer in Manchester, Connecticut, and has also contributed work to the Connecticut Mirror. Ben joined the Daily Voice team in October of 2022.

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Police & Fire
Man Accused Of Murdering Dog, Dismembering It In 'Disturbing' Westchester Animal Cruelty Case Man Accused Of Murdering Dog, Dismembering It In 'Disturbing' Westchester Animal Cruelty Case
Man Accused Of Murdering Dog, Dismembering It In 'Disturbing' Westchester Animal Cruelty Case A 39-year-old Connecticut man is facing felony charges after allegedly dismembering a dog that he took from its owner in Westchester, authorities said. The arrest stemmed from an investigation that began on Friday, Dec. 6, when a 41-year-old New Rochelle man reported to police that his dog had been taken and killed by an acquaintance staying at his apartment, New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne announced on Monday, Dec. 23.  Coyne said the suspect, Litchfield County resident Benjamin Tyler, age 39, of New Milford, allegedly dismembered the dog and disposed of its remains …

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Police & Fire
Woman Forcibly Removed From Car in Daytime Westchester Carjacking: Suspects At Large Woman Forcibly Removed From Car in Daytime Westchester Carjacking: Suspects At Large
Woman Forcibly Removed From Car in Daytime Westchester Carjacking: Suspects At Large Authorities in Westchester are investigating a brazen daytime carjacking involving a 21-year-old woman who was forcibly removed from her vehicle by unknown assailants.  The incident occurred in New Rochelle at around 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21 on Bridge Street near the city's train station, New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne announced on Monday, Dec. 23.  According to Coyne, the victim, a New Rochelle resident, was waiting in her parked car for a friend when at least two suspects approached. The attackers forcefully pulled the woman from her car, stole the vehicle, a…

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Former NY Gov. Cuomo Files Lawsuit Against Sexual Harassment Accuser From Northern Westchester Former NY Gov. Cuomo Files Lawsuit Against Sexual Harassment Accuser From Northern Westchester
Former NY Gov. Cuomo Files Lawsuit Against Sexual Harassment Accuser From Northern Westchester Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who resigned in 2021 following allegations of sexual harassment, is suing one of his accusers, a Northern Westchester native, for defamation.  Cuomo, age 67, filed the lawsuit in the New York Supreme Court on Thursday, Dec. 19 against former staffer Charlotte Bennett, a Northern Westchester native, who accused the former governor of sexual harassment in 2021.  Bennett had previously filed a federal lawsuit against former Gov. Cuomo in September 2022. However, she voluntarily dropped the lawsuit on Monday, Dec. 9, saying in a joint statement …

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Police & Fire
Contractor, Son Illegally Dumped Materials From Bedford Work Site: Authorities Contractor, Son Illegally Dumped Materials From Bedford Work Site: Authorities
Contractor, Son Illegally Dumped Materials From Bedford Work Site: Authorities A contractor and his son were ticketed for illegal dumping in the Hudson Valley after environmental officials found material containing an address in construction debris on the side of a road, authorities said.   The debris was discovered on the side of a road in Putnam County on Friday, Nov. 29 by New York State Environmental Conservation Officers Franz and Schuck while patrolling in the village of Brewster, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced on Wednesday, Dec. 18.  During their investigation, officers found a piece of mail among the debris…

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Police & Fire
Incident Involving Boiler Prompts Response At Westchester Concrete Plant (DEVELOPING) Incident Involving Boiler Prompts Response At Westchester Concrete Plant (DEVELOPING)
Incident Involving Boiler Prompts Response At Westchester Concrete Plant (Developing) Firefighters responded to an incident reportedly involving a boiler at a concrete facility in Westchester.  The incident happened on Monday, Dec. 23 at the Byram Concrete & Supply facility in North White Plains at 145 Virginia Rd., according to reports. Crews from the North White Plains Fire Department responded to the facility for an incident involving a boiler. There are unconfirmed reports that there was an explosion that resulted in injuries. More information about the incident has not yet been released. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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Obituaries
Beloved Longtime Firefighter, Veteran From Northern Westchester Dies: Served Up Until Death Beloved Longtime Firefighter, Veteran From Northern Westchester Dies: Served Up Until Death
Beloved Longtime Firefighter, Veteran From Northern Westchester Dies: Served Up Until Death A Northern Westchester community is mourning the loss of a decorated firefighter, Navy veteran, and lifelong public servant who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.  Somers resident Walter McDonald died on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the age of 90, according to his obituary.  Born in Mount Vernon on Feb. 18, 1934, McDonald dedicated much of his life to serving others. His storied career began in 1957 when he was appointed as a firefighter for the Mount Vernon Fire Department, where he served with distinction for 32 years.  A leader both in skill and s…

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Police & Fire
Trapped Driver Freed From Car After Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Trapped Driver Freed From Car After Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester
Trapped Driver Freed From Car After Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Firefighters had to cut the doors off of a car following a crash on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester. The crash happened on Saturday, Dec. 21 on the northbound Sprain Book Parkway in the Greenville area of Greenburgh near Jackson Avenue, the Hartsdale Fire Department announced.  Following the collision, firefighters extricated a driver from one of the vehicles, cutting doors off to do so.  More information about the crash was not immediately available. 

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News
Coyote Seen Running Near Elementary School In Westchester (VIDEO) Coyote Seen Running Near Elementary School In Westchester (VIDEO)
Coyote Seen Running Near Elementary School In Westchester (Video) A coyote was seen running on a public city street near an elementary school in Westchester, prompting concern from nearby residents.  The animal was captured in a video posted on Monday, Dec. 23 just after midnight by Fabrix Company on Instagram and shared by Frank Dee on Facebook.  In the footage, the coyote can be seen running in the middle of a New Rochelle street near Trinity Elementary School. The animal was also seen near the area of Glen Island Park, according to Dee. According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, human development can make "surprisingly g…

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Police & Fire
Wakeboarder Rescued From Long Island Sound After Being Swept Away By Current In Westchester Wakeboarder Rescued From Long Island Sound After Being Swept Away By Current In Westchester
Wakeboarder Rescued From Long Island Sound After Being Swept Away By Current In Westchester A wakeboarder in distress on Long Island Sound sparked a multi-agency rescue effort in Westchester, authorities said.  The incident happened on Friday, Dec. 20 around 2:30 p.m., when a wakeboarder went missing while recreating in the Sound, the City of Rye Police Department announced.  According to the caller who reported the incident, he had been wakeboarding with a friend when they became separated, and he last saw the victim being pulled by the current toward Larchmont Harbor.  Rye Police immediately dispatched patrol units to several shore locations to search for the ind…

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Beloved Dog Injured In Hit-Run In Hudson Valley: Community Rallies To Help With Medical Bills Beloved Dog Injured In Hit-Run In Hudson Valley: Community Rallies To Help With Medical Bills
Beloved Dog Injured In Hit-Run In Hudson Valley: Community Rallies To Help With Medical Bills A Hudson Valley family is reaching out for support after their beloved dog, Astro, suffered severe injuries in a hit-and-run accident and required life-saving surgeries. The incident happened earlier in December and left Astro with traumatic injuries. Soon after, Astro underwent multiple surgeries with help from the Putnam County SPCA and Guardian Veterinary Specialists in Brewster and is now recovering at home.  Despite Astro's resilience and steady recovery, the financial burden has been overwhelming for the family, with medical bills exceeding $35,000. This prompted them t…

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