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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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'Fresh Start': Westchester County Second-Chance Program Celebrates Success A Year In 'Fresh Start': Westchester County Second-Chance Program Celebrates Success A Year In
'Fresh Start': Westchester County Second-Chance Program Celebrates Success A Year In A year after the launch of the "Fresh Start" program, which offers low-level offenders counseling and rehabilitation instead of fines and incarceration, Westchester County officials are celebrating its success.  Since being launched in October 2021, the program has been completed by close to 200 participants, according to an announcement by the Westchester County District Attorney's Office from Tuesday, Nov. 22.  "Through our successful partnership with county government and law enforcement, this program allows non-violent individuals facing low-level charges an opportunity to res…

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Business
Sugar, Sugar: Domino Refinery In Yonkers Lights Up New LED Sign Sugar, Sugar: Domino Refinery In Yonkers Lights Up New LED Sign
Sugar, Sugar: Domino Refinery In Yonkers Lights Up New LED Sign A Domino Sugar Refinery in Westchester County has unveiled a new LED sign that celebrates the city it calls home.  The new sign, located at the Domino Sugar Refinery In Yonkers at 1 Federal St., was lit up for the first time in an event attended by Yonkers city officials on Monday, Nov. 21, according to Olivia DeLuca, a spokeswoman for the refinery.  The 4' by 30' sign that combines the Domino Sugar logo with the city's name pays homage to the iconic "Yonkers" sign on the city's Recreation Pier, DeLuca said. The LEDs that make up the sign can have their colors changed to…

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Business
New Rochelle Restaurant Praised As "Outstanding" Holds Official Grand Opening Ceremony New Rochelle Restaurant Praised As "Outstanding" Holds Official Grand Opening Ceremony
New Rochelle Restaurant Praised As "Outstanding" Holds Official Grand Opening Ceremony An already-popular restaurant in Westchester County that has received heavy praise from visitors held an official grand opening ceremony.  Earlier Report - New Restaurant In New Rochelle Cited For 'Sophisticated, Generous' Dishes Town House, which opened its doors in September and is located in New Rochelle at 559 Main St., held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 10 with city officials and restaurant owners in attendance, according to the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce.  The business, owned by Tom Middleton and set in a three-story restored historic building …

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Sports
Bedford 20-Year-Old Among 5 Members Of USA World Cup Team With NY Ties Bedford 20-Year-Old Among 5 Members Of USA World Cup Team With NY Ties
Bedford 20-Year-Old Among 5 Members Of USA World Cup Team With NY Ties Five players with ties to New York are members of the USA men's national team in soccer's World Cup in Qatar. One of them, a 19-year-old New York native, is the youngest player to ever start for the USA team. Born to a Ghanaian mother in the Bronx, Yunus Musah, a midfielder, grew up in Italy before moving again with his family to London, England in 2012, according to his bio on the USA Soccer website. Another midfielder on the team is also a native New York, from the Hudson Valley:  Tyler Adams from Wappingers Falls in Dutchess County. Forward Giovanni "Gio" Reyna, age 20, grew up in…

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Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays
Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays One village in Westchester County will allow free two-hour parking in its downtown to encourage visitors to support local businesses during the holidays.  Starting on Wednesday, Nov. 23, parking meters in downtown Mamaroneck on Mamaroneck Avenue will have a festive plastic bag placed over them to prevent visitors from paying for parking, according to a post by village officials.  The free parking will extend until Tuesday, Dec. 27, and will also include multi-space parking machines as well, according to the village.  "Come to the Avenue and Downtown Mamaroneck to shop and su…

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Former Stamford Attorney Admits Defrauding Clients Of More Than $700K Former Stamford Attorney Admits Defrauding Clients Of More Than $700K
Former Stamford Attorney Admits Defrauding Clients Of More Than $700K A former real estate lawyer based in Fairfield County faces prison time for illegally using funds received from his clients, causing them to lose over $700,000.  Westerly, Rhode Island resident William McCullough, age 62, admitted to the embezzling scheme on Wednesday, Nov. 23, according to the Connecticut Department of Justice District.  As part of his Stamford-based law practice, McCullough would handle real estate transactions for clients and receive funds that he was required to deposit into an Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Account (IOLTA Account) to use as part of his dutie…

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Police & Fire
Residents Displaced After Fire Breaks Out At Apartment Complex In Harrison Residents Displaced After Fire Breaks Out At Apartment Complex In Harrison
Residents Displaced After Fire Breaks Out At Apartment Complex In Harrison Numerous residents and animals had to evacuate an apartment complex in Westchester County after a fire broke out.  On Tuesday, Nov. 22 around 5:30 p.m., firefighters responded to an apartment complex in Harrison at 3 Calvert St. after its fire alarm went off and discovered a fire in the building, according to the Harrison Fire Department.  With the help of mutual aid from nearby fire departments, the blaze was put out, and residents were assisted out of the building along with their pets, fire officials said.  The American Red Cross was called to help the displaced residents…

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Police & Fire
'Operation Wild Turkey': Yorktown Police To Double Efforts To Catch Holiday DWIs 'Operation Wild Turkey': Yorktown Police To Double Efforts To Catch Holiday DWIs
'Operation Wild Turkey': Yorktown Police To Double Efforts To Catch Holiday DWIs For those who go out on Thanksgiving Eve, one police department in Northern Westchester will be ready to catch you if you drive while drunk.  The Yorktown Police Department posted a "friendly reminder" on Wednesday, Nov. 23, warning residents that they will be doubling road patrols to catch intoxicated drivers on "Drinksgiving Eve," an effort that they title "Operation Wild Turkey," according to police.  The department also warned that they will be on the lookout for fake IDs as well.  "If you're driving under the influence, we'll be looking for you. Fake ID's for the colle…

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Police & Fire
26-Year-Old Driving Drunk With Child In Vehicle Crashes Into Barrier In Hudson Valley: Police 26-Year-Old Driving Drunk With Child In Vehicle Crashes Into Barrier In Hudson Valley: Police
26-Year-Old Driving Drunk With Child In Vehicle Crashes Into Barrier In Hudson Valley: Police A father is in trouble after police said he crashed into a concrete barrier while driving drunk with his child in the car in the Hudson Valley.  On Friday, Nov. 18 around 10:45 p.m., police in Orange County responded to a crashed car on Interstate 87 in Woodbury, according to New York State Police.  After arriving at the scene and investigating, it was determined that Rockland County resident Matthew Moskowitz, age 26, of Suffern, had been driving southbound in the right lane with his 12-year-old child in the car before hitting a concrete barrier on the western shoulder, disa…

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Business
I'm Lovin' It: McDonald's In Yonkers Reopens After Renovations (Video) I'm Lovin' It: McDonald's In Yonkers Reopens After Renovations (Video)
I'm Lovin' It: McDonald's In Yonkers Reopens After Renovations (Video) A McDonald's in Westchester County that had been closed for renovations is once again serving up Big Macs, nuggets, and fries.  A ribbon-cutting ceremony held by Yonkers city officials, including Mayor Mike Spano, marked the reopening of the McDonald's at 1200 Nepperhan Ave. which is now open for business as normal, according to a tweet from the city.  In a video produced by the city, a Mariachi band plays inside the store as patrons once again enjoy the popular fast food location.  Mayor Spano welcomes back @McDonalds to 1200 Nepperhan Avenue with an official ribbon cutting! pic.twitt…

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