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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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News

'The People's Building': New Putnam Executive Removes VIP Parking Signs From Office Building Visitors to the Putnam County office building will have an easier time finding a parking space. That's because the county's new executive, Kevin Byrne, made it a point to remove the VIP signs marking two spaces as reserved for the County Executive and the Deputy County Executive. Earlier Report - Byrne Elected Putnam County Executive The removal of the signs happened on Sunday, Jan. 1, which was Byrne's first day on the job. He was sworn in on Friday, Dec. 30 by the outgoing Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro, who just finished his tenure in the position. Byrne said that removing …

by Ben Crnic

01/05/2023

Police & Fire

First Responders Line Up To View Procession For Fallen Yorktown Officer Many first responders lined up to view and honor the procession carrying a fallen Northern Westchester police officer's body back to his hometown. Earlier Report - Fallen Yorktown Officer Was 37: Funeral Arrangements Announced On Wednesday, Jan 4, firefighters and other first responders stood on overpasses above the Taconic State Parkway in Yorktown to view the procession for fallen Yorktown officer Kenneth Sgroi, who died on Monday, Jan. 2 at the age of 37 after fighting a sudden illness. Members of the Yorktown Heights Fire Department, Millwood Fire Depar…

by Ben Crnic

01/04/2023

Police & Fire

Mount Vernon Man Drove Drunk New Year's Eve On NYC Bridge, Police Say A man from Westchester County is charged with driving drunk on a bridge in New York City on New Year's Eve, police said. On Saturday, Dec. 31, around 12:40 a.m., police pulled over a 2020 Dodge Durango that had violated traffic laws in the area of the Henry Hudson Parkway Bridge in the Bronx, state police announced on Tuesday, Jan. 3. The driver, identified as Mount Vernon resident George Greenaway, age 47, was then arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Greenaway was then taken to Manhattan Central Booking, police said.

by Ben Crnic

01/04/2023

Business

Popular Italian Restaurant Closes After 27-Year Run In White Plains A well-known Italian restaurant that has provided a spot for families to gather for 27 years has permanently closed. Graziella's Italian Bistro, located in White Plains at 99 Church St., served meals to visitors for the last time on Saturday, Dec. 31, the owners announced on the restaurant's website. The business was forced to close because the building that houses it was sold after the restaurant's lease ended, owner Gracie DiFeo said. "We want to take the time to thank all our wonderful guests and employees for supporting us through the years. We are extremely humbled t…

by Ben Crnic

01/04/2023

Obituaries

Fallen Yorktown Officer Was 37: Funeral Arrangements Announced Funeral arrangements for a police officer from Northern Westchester who died suddenly after fighting a two-day illness have been announced Earlier Report - Yorktown Police Officer Dies After Sudden Illness, Leaves Behind 2 Kids, Wife Lieutenant Kenneth Sgroi of the Yorktown Police Department, who died on Monday, Jan. 2 after fighting an illness for about 48 hours, was 37 years old when he died, according to his obituary page. A resident of Shrub Oak, Sgroi had been promoted to Lieutenant in July 2022 and was described as an "outstanding" police officer by his departmen…

by Ben Crnic

01/04/2023

Police & Fire

Flames At Purchase College Blamed On Trash Compactor, Firefighters Say A fire at a college in Westchester County was the result of a trash compactor going up in flames, firefighters said. On Tuesday, Jan. 3 around 2:40 p.m., firefighters were sent to SUNY Purchase College to respond to a reported transformer fire, according to the Purchase Fire Department. Once there, firefighters saw that the trash compactor at the north loading dock was on fire, and quickly began working to put it out. After running a hose to the flames, the blaze was put out by 3:30 p.m. Luckily, no injuries were reported. Members of the West Harrison and Harrison …

by Ben Crnic

01/04/2023

Business

Harrison Restaurant Closes After 40 Years In Business A restaurant in Westchester County has permanently closed after 40 years in business. The last day of business for Momiji Japanese Restaurant, located in Harrison at 261 Halstead Ave., was on Saturday, Dec. 31. The restaurant launched in 1982 and was known for dishes such as sushi, shrimp tempura, tuna, avocado, and yellowtail jalapeño rolls. Patrons from throughout the years had previously commended the business's food. "This is hands down the best sushi in Westchester," said Bridgette M. of White Plains in a Yelp review from March 2020. "I love coming …

by Ben Crnic

01/03/2023

Obituaries

Former Cortlandt Town Supervisor Dies After Illness A man from Northern Westchester who was known for his dedication to serving his community has died after battling an illness. Former Cortlandt Town Supervisor Charles DiGiacomo died on Thursday, Dec. 29 at the age of 82, according to his obituary. Originally a native of Ossining before moving to Cortlandt Manor, DiGiacomo graduated from Ossining High School in 1958 as class president before earning his bachelor's degree from Pace University. He then went on to in the US Army Reserves as a Second Lieutenant. Following this, DiGiacomo began a career with Exxo…

by Ben Crnic

01/03/2023

Police & Fire

Video: Police Help Hawk Fly Free After It Crashes Into Greenburgh Home A hawk that accidentally crashed through the window of a Westchester County home was saved thanks to the help of police officers who knew just what to do. On Monday, Jan. 2, the bird of prey flew into a home in Greenburgh, leading the homeowner to call police for help, Greenburgh police said. After arriving at the house, officers were able to throw a blanket over the distressed bird and carry it back outside. There, the bird was able to regain its bearings and eventually fly away, as seen in a short video of the incident released by the department. Click here to watch the video. Luck…

by Ben Crnic

01/03/2023

Police & Fire

Person Seriously Injured After Car Crashes Into Stone Wall In Somers One person suffered serious injuries after a car hit a stone wall in Northern Westchester. The crash happened on Monday, January 2 around 4 p.m., when firefighters in Somers responded to an accident on Butlerville Road and found the vehicle heavily damaged after hitting the wall. Two people were injured in the crash after being ejected from the car. One of the occupants suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries, firefighters said. Both were taken to a hospital in the area.

by Ben Crnic

01/03/2023

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