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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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Business

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…

12/30/2024

Obituaries

Longtime Lake Mohegan Firefighter 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…

12/30/2024

News

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…

12/30/2024

Police & Fire

Fire Sparks In Chimney At Garrison 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…

12/30/2024

Police & Fire

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 …

12/30/2024

Police & Fire

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.…

12/30/2024

Police & Fire

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…

12/27/2024

News

69-Year-Old Killed In Christmas Morning Fire In Highland Home A 69-year-old man lost his life on Christmas morning after a fire broke out in his Ulster County home, authorities said. The fire occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 25 at a residence on North Riverside Road (Route 15) in the hamlet of Highland. Firefighters from the Highland, Milton, and Esopus Fire Departments responded to the scene to battle the blaze, New York State Police said on Friday, Dec. 27. Emergency personnel entered the home and found the victim, later identified as Phillip Damberg of Highland, in a bedroom. He was pronounced dead at the scene from smoke inhalati…

12/27/2024

Business

Bagel Lovers Rejoice: New Scarsdale Spot Earns Rave Reviews Move over milk and cookies—a new bagel shop in Westchester that has received plenty of rave reviews since opening weeks ago is ready to serve those regaining their appetites after Christmas dinner. The Bagel Emporium, which has six locations across Westchester, opened a new locale in Scarsdale at 16 Chase Rd. in mid-November. The chain offers a long list of bagel options, some of which include poppy; sesame; everything; blueberry; cinnamon raisin; "Fruity Pebble;" French toast; and rainbow. As for spreads, options include butter, cream cheese, lox, and tofutti. For…

12/27/2024

Lifestyle

‘Tis The Season for Big Wins: $36K Lottery Ticket Sold In Latham One lucky Albany County resident may have just had the merriest Christmas yet, thanks to an over $36,000 winning lottery ticket purchased at a Capital Region store. The lucky winner bought a top-prize Take 5 ticket worth $36,167.50 for the evening drawing on Tuesday, Dec. 24 at a store in the Albany County hamlet of Latham, New York Lottery officials announced. Officials added that the ticket was purchased at Stewart’s Shop at 1218 Troy-Schenectady Rd. The winning numbers, drawn from a field of one through 39, turned this unsuspecting customer’s Christmas into a fest…

12/27/2024

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