Michael Mashburn

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Michael joined Daily Voice in April 2022, reporting on breaking news and community stories across New York’s Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Long Island. His coverage ranges from major incidents and investigations to human-interest features, with a focus on clear, accurate reporting that connects readers with the stories shaping their communities.

Prior to joining Daily Voice, he worked in radio news, reporting and anchoring for ABC affiliate KTAR in Phoenix and delivering news and traffic reports for KOMO in Seattle through iHeartMedia. He has also written and anchored national news content distributed to radio stations across the country through NBC News Radio.

Michael earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Arizona State University in May 2014.

Michael Mashburn's Contributions

National Interest

Watch: Cops Pull 8-Year-Old Boy From Frozen East Patchogue Pond In 'Christmas Miracle' Bodycam video captured the heroic moments three cops rescued an 8-year-old boy from a frozen Long Island pond in what police described as a “Christmas miracle.” The tense moments unfolded around 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 25, near the Heatherwood Lakeside Village apartments in East Patchogue, according to Suffolk County Police. Officers responding to a 911 call about a boy who fell through the ice found 8-year-old Tayvion stuck in waist-deep water, in distress and unable to free himself, police said. Officer-worn body camera footage shows the tense moments Highway Sergeant Michael Santillo and …

by Michael Mashburn

01/02/2026

Saratoga Springs, NY

Your Community

'Elegance Meets Casual' At New Saratoga Springs Restaurant Opening New Year's Weekend A new family-owned restaurant promising comfort food with an Italian soul has officially opened in downtown Saratoga Springs. Elody – located in the heart of downtown at 54 Phila Street – officially welcomed its first diners Friday, Jan 2, just in time for New Year’s weekend. The restaurant is owned by Patti and Larry Weaver, who previously ran 13 North in Malta for nearly a decade before closing that location in August 2025. It marks the next chapter for the family, who say the focus remains on hearty, from-scratch meals rooted in tradition. Elody blends American comfort food with Italian…

by Michael Mashburn

01/02/2026

Mineola, NY

Breaking News

Strike Looms As 1,000+ Nurses Issue 10-Day Notice At Long Island Hospitals More than 1,000 union nurses at three Long Island Northwell Health hospitals have issued a 10-day notice to strike, setting the stage for a potential walkout if contract negotiations fail. Nurses represented by the New York State Nurses Association delivered strike notices Friday, Jan. 2, at Northwell hospitals in Huntington, Plainview, and Syosset, the union said. The notices give hospital management 10 days to reach new labor agreements covering staffing levels and healthcare benefits. If no agreements are reached, nurses at the three facilities could walk off the job starting Monday, Jan…

by Michael Mashburn

01/02/2026

Mineola, NY

Breaking News

New Year, New Prices: Lirr Fares Rise As MTA Hikes Take Effect New fare and toll increases approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority are days away, raising prices for subways, buses, commuter railroads, and bridges starting Sunday, Jan. 4. The changes, approved by the MTA board in September, are designed to keep the transit system operating safely and reliably while keeping increases gradual and predictable, according to the transit agency. The adjustments take effect as the agency completes its transition to tap-and-go fare payment across subways and buses. LIRR And Metro-North Monthly and weekly tickets on the Long Island Rail Road and …

by Michael Mashburn

01/02/2026

Massapequa, NY

Obituaries

'Gentle, Kind Heart': Man, 20, Mourned Following Crash On Southern State In Massapequa A Long Island family is mourning the sudden loss of a 20-year-old man who was killed in a late-night crash on the Southern State Parkway. Abraham Toribio, of Merrick, died Sunday night, Dec. 28, after a single-vehicle crash near Hicksville Road in Massapequa, as Daily Voice reported. Toribio was driving eastbound around 11:30 p.m. when his vehicle left the roadway for reasons that remain under investigation, according to New York State Police. It struck a light pole and several trees before coming to rest on the shoulder. Toribio was ejected from the vehicle and was transported to Nassau U…

by Michael Mashburn

01/02/2026

Albany, NY

Your Community

Food Trucks To Fine Dining: Capital Region Restaurants That Opened In 2025 From sizzling street food to polished wine bars, 2025 brought a wave of fresh flavors to the Capital Region — and locals showed up hungry. Family-run food trucks became neighborhood favorites, global cuisines found new homes, and longtime local operators launched passion projects that quickly turned into go-to spots for brunch, date night, and everything in between. Whether it was Filipino comfort food served with heart, Italian dishes reimagined through a Japanese lens, or cozy cafés expanding their footprint, these openings reflected a Capital Region that’s curious, creative, and increasi…

by Michael Mashburn

12/31/2025

Mineola, NY

Your Community

Forks Up: New Long Island Restaurants Diners Savored In 2025 From glittering cocktails by the harbor to steamy dim sum baskets and over-the-top brunch plates, Long Island’s dining scene got a serious glow-up in 2025. Across Nassau and Suffolk counties, a wave of new restaurants opened their doors this year, bringing bold flavors, fresh concepts, and neighborhood buzz. Whether it’s upscale Italian rooted in family tradition, farm-to-table comfort steps from the train station, or Asian fusion that locals can’t stop talking about, these newcomers are already making their mark. Here’s a look at some of the standout Long Island restaurants that opened in…

by Michael Mashburn

12/31/2025

East Greenbush, NY

Breaking News

Victim Found Not Breathing In North Greenbush Parking Lot; Police Question Fall Story Police are seeking tips after a man was found critically injured and not breathing in a condominium parking lot in Rensselaer County. North Greenbush officers responded to the Hampton Place Condominiums around 10:40 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, after a report of a man who had collapsed in the parking lot, the agency said. Emergency responders were able to resuscitate the victim – identified as Brian Murphy – at the scene before he was transported to Albany Medical Center for treatment, police said. Doctors later determined Murphy suffered serious injuries that may not have been caused by a simple…

by Michael Mashburn

12/31/2025

National Interest

Albany Lawyer Leaks Witness List In Murder Case, Sparking Prison Slashing: AG A former New York prosecutor turned defense attorney is accused of leaking confidential witness information in a murder case, an action prosecutors say led to threats — and a violent prison attack — against a cooperating witness. Jasper Mills, an Albany-based criminal defense attorney, was arrested and charged with multiple felony offenses tied to witness intimidation and tampering, the New York AG’s office revealed Tuesday, Dec. 30. Mills is accused of violating a court-issued protective order by unlawfully sharing sensitive discovery materials that identified cooperating witnesses in an o…

by Michael Mashburn

12/31/2025

Albany, NY

Your Community

Hochul Rings In Year With Clemency Blitz: 13 Convicted New Yorkers Get Pardons, Sentence Cuts Gov. Kathy Hochul closed out 2025 by granting clemency to 13 New Yorkers, issuing 11 pardons and commuting the sentences of two inmates. The moves were announced Tuesday, Dec. 30, as part of her administration’s ongoing effort to reform the state’s clemency process. It brings the total number of clemency grants under Hochul to 120 since she took office, according to the governor’s office. The recipients were selected following a review by an independent Clemency Advisory Panel and demonstrated remorse, rehabilitation, and sustained efforts to improve their lives and communities. “After tho…

by Michael Mashburn

12/31/2025

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