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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Albany, NY
Your Community
Rep. Elise Stefanik Announces Bid For NY Governor: 'Not On My Watch,' Hochul Replies Rep. Elise Stefanik Announces Bid For NY Governor: 'Not On My Watch,' Hochul Replies Rep. Elise Stefanik Announces Bid For NY Governor: 'Not On My Watch,' Hochul Replies
Rep. Elise Stefanik Announces Bid For NY Governor: 'Not On My Watch,' Hochul Replies New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, a leading Republican in Congress and close ally of President Donald Trump, officially announced her campaign for New York governor early Friday, Nov. 7 — almost immediately drawing a sharp response from incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul. In a fiery announcement posted on X at 6 a.m., the 41-year-old Republican declared her candidacy and launched a scathing attack on Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, calling her “the worst governor in America.” "Under her failed leadership, New York is the most unaffordable state in the nation with the highest taxes, highest energy, utili…

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by Ben Crnic
Montgomery-Walden, NY
Breaking News
Hudson Valley Assemblyman Announces 9-Month Deployment: 'It Will Be Very Difficult To Be Away' Hudson Valley Assemblyman Announces 9-Month Deployment: 'It Will Be Very Difficult To Be Away' Hudson Valley Assemblyman Announces 9-Month Deployment: 'It Will Be Very Difficult To Be Away'
Hudson Valley Assemblyman Announces 9-Month Deployment: 'It Will Be Very Difficult To Be Away' A New York State Assemblyman who represents part of the Hudson Valley announced that he will soon be deployed overseas for nine months as part of his ongoing service in the United States Navy Reserve.  In a letter mailed to constituents in the 101st Assembly District, which includes parts of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster counties, Assemblyman Brian Maher shared that his deployment will begin later this month.  Maher shared more information about his deployment in a social media post on Thursday, Nov. 6, saying that while he is “excited to serve” his country, it will …

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by Ben Crnic
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Woman Saved From Jumping Off Mid-Hudson Bridge, Hospitalized In Poughkeepsie Woman Saved From Jumping Off Mid-Hudson Bridge, Hospitalized In Poughkeepsie Woman Saved From Jumping Off Mid-Hudson Bridge, Hospitalized In Poughkeepsie
Woman Saved From Jumping Off Mid-Hudson Bridge, Hospitalized In Poughkeepsie Police officers and crisis negotiators were able to save a woman’s life after she was found standing on the Mid-Hudson Bridge railing earlier this week.  According to the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department, 911 dispatchers received a call around 6:34 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, reporting a person on the bridge with one leg over the rail mid-span.  Patrol officers and members of the department’s Hostage Negotiation Team quickly responded and located the woman. Negotiators began speaking with her immediately and, after a period of careful dialogue, were able to convince her to ste…

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by Ben Crnic
East Fishkill, NY
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7 Correction Officers Injured In 2 Inmate Attacks At Green Haven Correctional Facility 7 Correction Officers Injured In 2 Inmate Attacks At Green Haven Correctional Facility 7 Correction Officers Injured In 2 Inmate Attacks At Green Haven Correctional Facility
7 Correction Officers Injured In 2 Inmate Attacks At Green Haven Correctional Facility Seven correction officers were injured, including three seriously enough to require hospital treatment, following two violent inmate attacks at a maximum-security prison in Dutchess County.  The assaults happened on Monday, Oct. 27, at Green Haven Correctional Facility in Stormville, according to the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association.  The first assault occurred in the dayroom of the facility when, according to the union, an inmate suddenly ran up to a female officer at her post and started punching her in the face. Another officer interve…

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by Ben Crnic
Yonkers, NY
Breaking News
Winning $32K Lottery Ticket Sold At Empire City Casino Winning $32K Lottery Ticket Sold At Empire City Casino Winning $32K Lottery Ticket Sold At Empire City Casino
Winning $32K Lottery Ticket Sold At Empire City Casino One lucky lottery player in Westchester just scored big.  The New York Lottery announced that a top-prize–winning Take 5 Evening ticket worth $32,138 was sold for the Monday, Nov. 4 drawing at Yonkers Raceway & Empire City Casino, located at 810 Yonkers Ave.  The name of the lucky winner was not made public.  The winning numbers, 3, 14, 24, 30, and 34, were drawn in the Take 5 Evening game, which selects numbers from 1 through 39. Take 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.  Winners have one year from the date of the drawing to claim their pri…

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by Ben Crnic
Yonkers, NY
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7 Firefighters Injured In Explosion While Battling Bronx Car Fire 7 Firefighters Injured In Explosion While Battling Bronx Car Fire 7 Firefighters Injured In Explosion While Battling Bronx Car Fire
7 Firefighters Injured In Explosion While Battling Bronx Car Fire Seven New York City firefighters were injured — five of them seriously — after an explosion erupted while they were battling a fire involving multiple vehicles and rubbish piles in the Bronx.  New, updated report - Firefighter From New City Burned In Bronx Explosion Caused By Lit Cigarette (Update) The fire broke out around 955 Westchester Ave., prompting multiple 911 calls just before firefighters arrived on the scene. As crews worked to extinguish the blaze, an explosion occurred, injuring seven members of the department, the FDNY said.  According to FDNY Chief of Departme…

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by Ben Crnic
Spring Valley, NY
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WATCH: Utility Pole Nearly Falls On Resident In New Hempstead WATCH: Utility Pole Nearly Falls On Resident In New Hempstead WATCH: Utility Pole Nearly Falls On Resident In New Hempstead
Watch: Utility Pole Nearly Falls On Resident In New Hempstead A man in Rockland County narrowly escaped injury when strong wind gusts brought down a utility pole that landed only inches away.  The incident happened on Friday, Oct. 31, when a man standing by his car in a New Hempstead driveway suddenly heard the pole come crashing down behind him, The Monsey Scoop reported.   The outlet posted a video of the near-hit, showing the man looking behind him in shock once the pole had come down.  Click here to view the full report from The Monsey Scoop. 

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Free Coffee Alert: New Rochelle Dunkin' To Celebrate Reopening By Giving Drinks To 100 Guests Free Coffee Alert: New Rochelle Dunkin' To Celebrate Reopening By Giving Drinks To 100 Guests Free Coffee Alert: New Rochelle Dunkin' To Celebrate Reopening By Giving Drinks To 100 Guests
Free Coffee Alert: New Rochelle Dunkin' To Celebrate Reopening By Giving Drinks To 100 Guests Coffee lovers in Westchester County, set your alarms — the first visitors to a reopening Dunkin' will be rewarded with 100 days of free drinks.  Dunkin’ has announced the upcoming grand reopening of its newly remodeled “Next Generation” restaurant at 1333 North Ave. in New Rochelle, and to mark the occasion, it’s giving away 100 Days of Free Coffee to the first 100 Dunkin’ Rewards members in line on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Beginning at 9 a.m., the first 100 guests ages 18 or older at the New Rochelle location will receive a free medium hot or iced coffee every day for 100 consecutive days,…

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by Ben Crnic
Peekskill, NY
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Man Convicted Of Murdering Caseworker While She Worked In Peekskill: DA Man Convicted Of Murdering Caseworker While She Worked In Peekskill: DA Man Convicted Of Murdering Caseworker While She Worked In Peekskill: DA
Man Convicted Of Murdering Caseworker While She Worked In Peekskill: DA A jury has found a 32-year-old man guilty of brutally attacking and murdering an on-duty Department of Social Services caseworker in Westchester last year, prosecutors announced.  Following a multi-week trial, Hasseem Jenkins of Peekskill was convicted of murder in the second degree, manslaughter in the first degree, robbery in the first degree, burglary in the first degree, and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Wednesday, Nov. 6.  The case stems from a violent attack on May 14, 2024, …

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by Ben Crnic
Spring Valley, NY
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Tree Falls On House During Heavy Winds In Spring Valley Tree Falls On House During Heavy Winds In Spring Valley Tree Falls On House During Heavy Winds In Spring Valley
Tree Falls On House During Heavy Winds In Spring Valley Heavy wind gusts blew down a large tree that landed on a residence in Rockland County on Wednesday night, Nov. 5.  The incident happened in Spring Valley, when a large tree fell on a house on Franka Place, The Monsey Scoop reported. The outlet released dramatic video of the incident showing the tree coming down against the side of the house, causing damage.  Luckily, no injuries were reported, the outlet said. Click here to view the full report from The Monsey Scoop. 

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