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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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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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Police & Fire
Car Damaged in Botched Theft During Holiday Deliveries In North Castle Car Damaged in Botched Theft During Holiday Deliveries In North Castle
Car Damaged in Botched Theft During Holiday Deliveries In North Castle An attempted vehicle theft disrupted a holiday delivery effort in Northern Westchester, police said. The incident occurred on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, in North Castle near the Greenwich border when a resident at a home on Bedford Banksville Road reported damage to her vehicle, the North Castle Police Department announced on Thursday, Dec. 5.  The woman told officers she was loading her car with holiday deliveries when someone apparently entered the vehicle and damaged its ignition, which police said was consistent with an attempt to steal the car.  Authorities have no…

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Police & Fire
Pets Endangered: 100 Tacks Found Scattered in Dog-Walking Area In Southeast Pets Endangered: 100 Tacks Found Scattered in Dog-Walking Area In Southeast
Pets Endangered: 100 Tacks Found Scattered in Dog-Walking Area In Southeast A troubling discovery in the Hudson Valley has sparked an investigation after nearly 100 metal thumbtacks were found scattered in a grassy area commonly used for dog walking, authorities said.  The incident occurred at Twin Brook Manor in the Putnam County town of Southeast, according to the Putnam County SPCA, which received a report from a resident on Tuesday, Dec. 3.  The resident, who frequently walks their dog in the area behind the 200 block of houses, noticed dozens of metal tacks scattered across the grass and notified the SPCA. Upon further investigation, SPCA officials …

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Police & Fire
17-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing In Yonkers: (UPDATE) 17-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing In Yonkers: (UPDATE)
17-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing In Yonkers: (Update) New Update: A 17-year-old boy has been located after going missing in Westchester. Shamir Aaron, who was reported missing after last being seen in the area of Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers on Wednesday, Dec. 4, was found safe, Yonkers Police announced around 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5.  More information about where he was found and his condition was not released.  Original Report: Authorities in Westchester are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 17-year-old boy. Shamir Aaron was last seen in the area of Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers on Wednesday, Dec. 4, Yonkers Polic…

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