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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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‘Arts And Crafts Project’: New Westchester Logo Sparks Controversy ‘Arts And Crafts Project’: New Westchester Logo Sparks Controversy
‘Arts And Crafts Project’: New Westchester Logo Sparks Controversy Westchester has a new logo after more than 20 years—however, some online commenters are less than happy with what it decided on.  In an announcement on Thursday, Dec. 26, Westchester officials unveiled the county's new logo, which they say symbolizes connection, progress, and the natural beauty that defines the area.  The rebranding, unveiled alongside the county’s transition to a “.gov” domain, replaces the old logo, which prominently featured the county’s previous website address.  “The residents of Westchester County are linked," County Executive George Latimer said,…

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Carmel, Yorktown Named Among Safest Towns In Country In New Rankings Carmel, Yorktown Named Among Safest Towns In Country In New Rankings
Carmel, Yorktown Named Among Safest Towns In Country In New Rankings If you're looking for peace and quiet, you may want to settle down in one of three Hudson Valley towns named among the safest places in the country in new rankings by MoneyGeek.  In their list of the 25 Safest Small Cities and Towns in the US released on Monday, Dec. 16, the personal finance website ranked towns from Westchester, Putnam, and Orange counties among the country's municipalities with the lowest crime numbers.  The following towns were named:  Yorktown, which took No. 6; Carmel, which took No. 7; Wallkill, which took No. 8. In order to make their rankings, Money…

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Police & Fire
Car Crashes Into Scaffolding At Apartment Complex In New Rochelle (DEVELOPING) Car Crashes Into Scaffolding At Apartment Complex In New Rochelle (DEVELOPING)
Car Crashes Into Scaffolding At Apartment Complex In New Rochelle (Developing) Firefighters and emergency responders raced to an apartment building in Westchester after a vehicle collided with scaffolding near an entrance.  The incident happened on Monday, Dec. 30 just after noon, when the vehicle crashed into scaffolding at the Faymor Gardens apartment complex in New Rochelle at 140 Pelham Rd., fire buff Domenic Ramacciato told Daily Voice.  The crash caused damage to the scaffolding. The extent of injuries is unknown.  Authorities have not released more information about the crash. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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Business
Popular Tap Room To Change Ownership In Valhalla, Close For Renovations Popular Tap Room To Change Ownership In Valhalla, Close For Renovations
Popular Tap Room To Change Ownership In Valhalla, Close For Renovations A beloved Northern Westchester shop known for its artisanal olive oils, vinegar, and local flair is changing hands as it prepares for a new chapter in 2025. The Twisted Branch, located at 24 Broadway in Valhalla, has announced that it will soon be under new ownership as the Cozza and Cherico families pass the torch to the Galletti family starting Wednesday, Jan. 1, when it will close for renovations.  Known for its charming tap room featuring over 30 varieties of olive oils and balsamic vinegars, along with a coffee bar and selection of local products, The Twisted Branch has become a s…

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Obituaries
Longtime Firefighter From Putnam Dies At 56: Remembered For Life Of Service Longtime Firefighter From Putnam Dies At 56: Remembered For Life Of Service
Longtime Firefighter From Putnam Dies At 56: Remembered For Life Of Service A Northern Westchester community is mourning the sudden loss of veteran firefighter and Hudson Valley resident Christopher Johanson, who dedicated his life to service and his family.  Johanson, a 24-year veteran firefighter with the Lake Mohegan Fire Department, passed away suddenly on Thursday, Dec. 26, at his home in Cold Spring at the age of 56, according to his obituary.  Johanson, badge number 61, joined the Lake Mohegan Fire Department in August 2000 and was most recently assigned to Station 2, the Jefferson Valley Firehouse.  In a memorial post on social media, t…

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News
New Findings Clear Man In Decades-Old Eastchester Murders, Point To Other Involvement: DA New Findings Clear Man In Decades-Old Eastchester Murders, Point To Other Involvement: DA
New Findings Clear Man In Decades-Old Eastchester Murders, Point To Other Involvement: DA A groundbreaking investigation has identified two new suspects in a 1996 double homicide in Westchester, clearing a man previously charged in the case, officials said. In an announcement on Monday, Dec. 30, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office said that its Conviction Review Unit identified two new suspects in the November 1996 double homicide of 79-year-old Archie Harris and 35-year-old Betty Ramcharan at Harris’s Eastchester home.  Harris, a millionaire, and Ramcharan, his home health aide, were both killed at Harris's mansion.  Follow…

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Police & Fire
Fire Sparks In Chimney At Putnam Home Fire Sparks In Chimney At Putnam Home
Fire Sparks In Chimney At Putnam Home A chimney fire in a Hudson Valley home prompted a swift multi-agency response that kept the flames from spreading further, firefighters said. The incident occurred in Putnam County on Friday, Dec. 27, at a residence on Ferris Drive in Garrison, according to the Garrison Fire Department, which responded to a mutual aid call from the Continental Village Volunteer Fire Department. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of all responding departments, the fire was quickly brought under control, officials said. No injuries were reported. The Garrison Volunteer Fire Company emphasized the importa…

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Police & Fire
3-Car Crash Hospitalizes 2, Closes Route 301 In Carmel 3-Car Crash Hospitalizes 2, Closes Route 301 In Carmel
3-Car Crash Hospitalizes 2, Closes Route 301 In Carmel A crash involving three vehicles, one of which rolled over, closed a section of Route 301 in the Hudson Valley and sent two people to the hospital, authorities said. The crash happened in Putnam County just after 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28 near the Chuang Yen Monastery at 2020 Route 301 in Carmel, according to the Kent Volunteer Fire Department. Initial reports described a single vehicle striking a utility pole and rolling over with a possible trapped driver inside, but upon arrival, responders discovered that three vehicles were involved. One vehicle was found rolled over in …

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Police & Fire
Armed Woman Subdued After Breaking Into Port Chester Apartment: Police Armed Woman Subdued After Breaking Into Port Chester Apartment: Police
Armed Woman Subdued After Breaking Into Port Chester Apartment: Police Police subdued a woman armed with a handgun following a tense struggle inside a Westchester apartment, authorities said.  The dangerous situation happened at around 8:45 a.m. in Port Chester on Saturday, Dec. 28, when a woman allegedly forced her way into a Weber Drive apartment while armed with a handgun, the Port Chester Police Department said on Sunday, Dec. 29. While officers were en route, updated information revealed that the woman had gained entry, police said.  Upon arrival, officers evacuated the apartment’s occupants, except for one female resident and the suspect.…

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Police & Fire
USPS Truck Swerves, Hits Wall While Avoiding Collision In Yonkers USPS Truck Swerves, Hits Wall While Avoiding Collision In Yonkers
USPS Truck Swerves, Hits Wall While Avoiding Collision In Yonkers A US postal service driver was taken to a hospital after swerving to avoid a crash in Westchester and hitting a retaining wall in the process.  The crash happened on Thursday, Dec. 26 just before 5:30 p.m., when a USPS truck made an evasive maneuver to avoid colliding with a vehicle in Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police Sergeant Robert Spink. The mail truck then hit a retaining wall at the split for Nepperhan Avenue and Yonkers Avenue, Spink added.  The postal service truck driver was taken to a nearby hospital as a precautionary measure. No injuries were reported and no o…

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