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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
Hartford Woman Leads Erratic Wrong-Way I-84 Pursuit Before Arrest 18 Miles Away: Police Hartford Woman Leads Erratic Wrong-Way I-84 Pursuit Before Arrest 18 Miles Away: Police
Hartford Woman Leads Erratic Wrong-Way I-84 Pursuit Before Arrest 18 Miles Away: Police A 24-year-old woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly turning around and driving the wrong way on I-84 before leading police on a pursuit in Connecticut, authorities said. The incident began on Sunday, Nov. 24, just before 1:30 p.m., when a vehicle driven by Tierra Turner was seen traveling erratically and in the wrong direction near Exit 62 on I-84 East in Manchester, according to Connecticut State Police.  The vehicle, a white 2012 Honda Accord, was first reported to have stopped on the left shoulder before it continued east in the right lane erratically, State Police said. …

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Lifestyle
Look Who's Back: Bedford's Chevy Chase To Star In New Holiday Movie Look Who's Back: Bedford's Chevy Chase To Star In New Holiday Movie
Look Who's Back: Bedford's Chevy Chase To Star In New Holiday Movie If you celebrate the holiday season by rewatching "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," be on the lookout for a new film set to reunite Hudson Valley native and longtime Northern Westchester resident Chevy Chase and his former co-star Randy Quaid.  The 81-year-old Chase, who lives in Bedford with his wife, Jayni, makes an appearance in "The Christmas Letter," which was released on Tuesday, Nov. 12, and is the first movie to feature the Saturday Night Live alum and Quaid in almost 30 years.  The film, directed by Tori Hunter, tells the story of unemployed copywriter Joe Michaels…

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News
Over 100 Assault Weapons, Guns Turned In At Buyback Event In Peekskill Over 100 Assault Weapons, Guns Turned In At Buyback Event In Peekskill
Over 100 Assault Weapons, Guns Turned In At Buyback Event In Peekskill More than 100 firearms, including several assault weapons, were turned in during a community gun buyback event held in Northern Westchester.  A total of 103 guns were collected during the buyback event held in Peekskill on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the United Methodist Church of Peekskill, the New York Attorney General's Office announced.  This included 68 handguns; 19 long guns; and 9 assault weapons, officials said, adding that the office has removed more than 8,300 guns from New York communities since 2019.  "Every one of the guns collected today is a step in the right di…

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Real Estate
Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Bedford Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Bedford
Modern, Futuristic Home Now Listed For $2.995M In Bedford If you're looking for a home with uniquely designed architecture, a modern residence set on more than four acres in Northern Westchester that's now on the market may be the perfect fit.  The 3,737-square-foot home, located at 187 Hook Rd. in Bedford, features futuristic design elements and has been listed for $2.995 million by Houlihan Lawrence.  According to the listing, the residence boasts a new facade designed by award-winning architect Belmont Freeman.  Other interesting features include glass walls; a heated gunite pool; a great room with "soaring ceilings" and a "curv…

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Police & Fire
Police Warn Of Home Improvement Scams Targeting Residents Of Mamaroneck Area Police Warn Of Home Improvement Scams Targeting Residents Of Mamaroneck Area
Police Warn Of Home Improvement Scams Targeting Residents Of Mamaroneck Area A police department in Westchester is warning residents to be wary of scammers posing as home repair contractors who have been targeting those in the area.  In an announcement on Monday, Nov. 18, the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department issued an advisory to residents regarding a rise in home improvement scams in the area.  According to the department, the schemes involve "dishonest contractors or individuals posing as legitimate service providers" who offer home repair and renovation services to residents. Once they are hired for a job, the scammers will then take advantage of…

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Business
Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Readies For Opening In New Rochelle Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Readies For Opening In New Rochelle
Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Readies For Opening In New Rochelle A breakfast restaurant chain specializing in gourmet toast has announced the opening date for its new Westchester locale. Toastique, located at 604 North Ave. in New Rochelle, will hold a grand opening event on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The eatery, a chain with locations across the country, is known for its "gourmet toast." If you're wondering what that means, some options include the "Avocado Smash," topped with avocado, watermelon radish, marinated tomatoes, and chili oil; the "3-Cheese Italian," topped with prosciutto, melted swiss and fontina with roasted garlic onio…

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News
Officer Violently Attacked By Inmate At Sing Sing In Ossining Officer Violently Attacked By Inmate At Sing Sing In Ossining
Officer Violently Attacked By Inmate At Sing Sing In Ossining An officer suffered serious injuries after an inmate attacked him in a stairwell at a maximum-security prison in Northern Westchester, officials said. The assault occurred on Monday, Nov. 18, just after 10:30 a.m., as inmates were returning to their cells from morning recreation, according to the New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA). The incident began when an inmate was seen yelling in the stairwell between two cell blocks. The officer ordered the inmate to return to his cell, but he refused. When the officer approached and repeated the order,…

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Police & Fire
44-Year-Old Caught With Crack Cocaine, Gun During Mount Vernon Traffic Stop: Police 44-Year-Old Caught With Crack Cocaine, Gun During Mount Vernon Traffic Stop: Police
44-Year-Old Caught With Crack Cocaine, Gun During Mount Vernon Traffic Stop: Police A 44-year-old Westchester man faces a long list of charges after he was caught with crack cocaine and a handgun during a traffic stop, police said.  New Rochelle resident Desmond Carter was arrested on Tuesday, Nov. 19 following a traffic stop in Mount Vernon, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, Nov. 20.  According to authorities, just after noon on Tuesday, troopers pulled over a 2015 BMW 328 Series on Mount Vernon's Union Avenue for violations of vehicle and traffic laws.  The driver, Carter, was found to be driving with a suspended license. He then tried running…

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Police & Fire
Phone Scam Involving Fake Jury Summons Targets Putnam Residents Phone Scam Involving Fake Jury Summons Targets Putnam Residents
Phone Scam Involving Fake Jury Summons Targets Putnam Residents Authorities are warning Hudson Valley residents about a phone scam in which callers impersonate sheriff’s office personnel and demand payment via gift cards.  The scam has been reported in Putnam County, the county's Sheriff's Office announced on Friday, Nov. 22. According to authorities, the caller claims to be “Sergeant Cook” from the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and falsely states that the recipient failed to respond to a jury summons. The scammer then threatens that a warrant will be issued for the recipient’s arrest unless they pay using gift cards. The Sheriff’s Office emphasi…

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Police & Fire
Man Nabbed After Whipping, Beating 2 Dogs In Yonkers: Police Man Nabbed After Whipping, Beating 2 Dogs In Yonkers: Police
Man Nabbed After Whipping, Beating 2 Dogs In Yonkers: Police A Westchester man was hit with animal cruelty charges after he was caught on camera beating two dogs, including a young puppy, authorities said. Yonkers resident Roger Andrews was arrested on Monday, Nov. 18 after surveillance footage allegedly showed him severely beating two dogs, SPCA Westchester's Humane Law Enforcement Unit announced on Wednesday, Nov. 20.  According to the SPCA, Andrews was seen beating a male puppy named Champ and a female dog named Pretty Girl. The footage depicts him "mercilessly" whipping Champ with a thick rope leash while the puppy screams. Other footage sh…

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