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Ben Crnic

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bcrnic@dailyvoice.com

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
Blaze Tears Through Home In Rye Blaze Tears Through Home In Rye
Blaze Tears Through Home In Rye Firefighters in Westchester quickly extinguished a house fire that broke out early in the morning, officials said. The blaze occurred in the Greenhaven area of Rye on Monday morning, Dec, 9, according to the Rye Fire Department. Arriving firefighters were able to quickly knock down the flames and check for any fire extension before bringing the situation under control.  In photos released by the department, flames could be seen shooting out of the home's roof.  No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire was not detailed. 

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Police & Fire
Drone Captures Massive Mulch Fire As Crews Battle Blaze For Hours In Mount Pleasant Drone Captures Massive Mulch Fire As Crews Battle Blaze For Hours In Mount Pleasant
Drone Captures Massive Mulch Fire As Crews Battle Blaze For Hours In Mount Pleasant A massive mulch fire in Northern Westchester required drone support and hours of effort to contain as crews battled frigid conditions and a lack of hydrants, officials said.  The fire began early Sunday, Dec. 8, when the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department was dispatched at around 12:30 a.m. for a reported brush fire on the Taconic State Parkway, according to fire officials.  After searching the area, no fire was found on the parkway. However, a large plume of smoke led responders to a mulch pile fire burning on Clay Bird Lane in Mount Pleasant With no hydrants nearby, tankers from …

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Police & Fire
Mental Health Crisis Involving Gun Prompts Lockdown At Yonkers School Mental Health Crisis Involving Gun Prompts Lockdown At Yonkers School
Mental Health Crisis Involving Gun Prompts Lockdown At Yonkers School A mental health emergency involving a man reportedly armed with a firearm prompted a lockdown at a Westchester school, police said. The incident occurred in Yonkers around 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, when Yonkers Police responded to the O'Rourke Townhomes on Shoreview Drive after receiving reports of a man in crisis who may have been in possession of a gun. Out of caution due to the location’s proximity to the Robert C. Dodson School, police requested a lockdown to ensure the safety of students and staff, officials said.  Authorities made contact with the man and took him into protectiv…

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News
Westchester Supreme Court Justice Admonished For Improper Communications Westchester Supreme Court Justice Admonished For Improper Communications
Westchester Supreme Court Justice Admonished For Improper Communications A Westchester County Supreme Court justice has been admonished for engaging in unauthorized conversations, officials announced.  In a decision on Thursday, Nov. 7, the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct announced the admonishing of Westchester Supreme Court Justice Lewis J. Lubell for communications he had with fellow Supreme Court Justice Thomas Quinones about a case involving his attorney friend.  According to the Commission's determination, on August 19, 2022, Justice Lubell initiated an ex parte conversation with Quinones about a case involving his pe…

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Lifestyle
Gas Station Jackpot: Lucky Player Snags $33K in Hartsdale Gas Station Jackpot: Lucky Player Snags $33K in Hartsdale
Gas Station Jackpot: Lucky Player Snags $33K in Hartsdale A quick stop at the gas station turned into a life-changing pit stop for one lucky lottery player in Westchester, who snagged a prize that’s sure to fuel plenty of celebrations.  The top-prize-winning Take 5 ticket, which was worth $33,578, was sold for the Wednesday, Dec. 4, evening drawing at a Hartsdale gas station, New York Lottery officials announced. The business where the ticket was purchased was identified as the BP gas station at 74 South Central Ave. (Route 100).  The winning numbers were 1 7 24 26 37.  If you want to try your hand at the game, Take 5 drawing…

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Business
New Shake Shack Coming To Mount Kisco: Here's Where New Shake Shack Coming To Mount Kisco: Here's Where
New Shake Shack Coming To Mount Kisco: Here's Where If you're looking to enjoy burgers, fries, and a milkshake, an upcoming Shake Shack locale in Northern Westchester will satisfy that craving. The fast food chain is planning to open an all-new locale at the site of a former Dunkin' in Mount Kisco at 176 North Bedford Rd. (Route 117), according to a Shake Shack spokesperson.  Although a specific opening date has not yet been revealed, the locale will open at some point in 2025.  The new eatery will serve a variety of burgers, chicken bites, handspun milkshakes, fries, lemonades, and more. It will join locations in Port Cheste…

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Business
New Eatery Enjoys Great Start In Greenburgh: Every Meal To Be 'Treasured Memory,' Owners Say New Eatery Enjoys Great Start In Greenburgh: Every Meal To Be 'Treasured Memory,' Owners Say
New Eatery Enjoys Great Start In Greenburgh: Every Meal To Be 'Treasured Memory,' Owners Say Westchester residents craving authentic Italian cuisine have a new dining option with the opening of an all-new restaurant that boasts an extensive menu.  Il Sorrento, located in Greenburgh at 706 Central Park Ave. (Route 100) across from the Greenville Fire Department, officially opened on Friday, Nov. 29. Specializing in Southern Italian (Napolitana) cuisine, Il Sorrento is owned and operated by Nick Hoti and Frank Dicola, who bring decades of fine dining experience to the venture, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner.  Dicola’s family previously operated th…

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Traffic
Overturned Vehicle Closes Both Directions Of Route 22 In North Salem Overturned Vehicle Closes Both Directions Of Route 22 In North Salem
Overturned Vehicle Closes Both Directions Of Route 22 In North Salem A crash involving an overturned vehicle has left all lanes of a busy Northern Westchester roadway closed.  The crash happened on Thursday, Dec. 5 at around 5:15 p.m., when a vehicle flipped on Route 22 in North Salem between Sun Valley Drive and Sun Valley Heights Road near Interstate 684, according to reports.  The incident has left both directions of Route 22 closed.  The crash caused injuries, according to preliminary reports. More information has not yet been released by authorities.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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Police & Fire
52-Year-Old Man Missing From Yonkers: Police 52-Year-Old Man Missing From Yonkers: Police
52-Year-Old Man Missing From Yonkers: Police Authorities in Westchester are searching for a 52-year-old man who has been missing for almost two weeks. David Morales was last seen in the area of Willow Street in Yonkers on Saturday, Nov. 23, Yonkers Police announced on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Morales is described as a Hispanic man who is 5-foot-7 and 150 pounds. He was last seen wearing dark brown pants and a black jacket.  He may be in need of medical attention, police said. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call Yonkers Police at 914-377-7900.  Click the Facebook icon below to share this story…

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Police & Fire
Woman Killed In Blaze At Tarrytown Home: (DEVELOPING) Woman Killed In Blaze At Tarrytown Home: (DEVELOPING)
Woman Killed In Blaze At Tarrytown Home: (Developing) A tragic fire claimed the life of a woman at a Westchester residence, authorities said. The blaze broke out early Thursday, Dec. 5, at around 12:15 a.m. at a residence on Martling Avenue, according to the Tarrytown Police Department.  Emergency responders, including the Tarrytown Fire Department, Tarrytown EMS, Greenburgh Paramedics, and Tarrytown Police, quickly arrived on the scene and found an active fire at 227 Martling Ave. Firefighters entered the residence and discovered an unresponsive woman near the entryway. Despite resuscitation efforts, the 77-year-old victim, whose name w…

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