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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Rye, NY
Breaking News
Plan Ahead: Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway, King Street In Rye Brook Plan Ahead: Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway, King Street In Rye Brook Plan Ahead: Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway, King Street In Rye Brook
Plan Ahead: Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway, King Street In Rye Brook Lane closures are set to slow down traffic for commuters on a busy parkway in Westchester County. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., northbound lanes of both the Hutchinson River Parkway and King Street in Rye Brook are scheduled to be closed for road work, according to the Rye Brook Police Department.  The roadways will still be open to traffic, but only one lane will be open, police said.  Work on the southbound lanes of both roadways was completed on Monday, Dec. 5.  "Please plan ahead and leave extra time on your commute!" police said. 

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Yonkers, NY
Breaking News
Police Respond To Report Of Shotgun Blasts During Neighbor Dispute In Yonkers Police Respond To Report Of Shotgun Blasts During Neighbor Dispute In Yonkers Police Respond To Report Of Shotgun Blasts During Neighbor Dispute In Yonkers
Police Respond To Report Of Shotgun Blasts During Neighbor Dispute In Yonkers Police are investigating after responding to reports of shots fired from a shotgun during a dispute between neighbors in Westchester County.  On Sunday, Dec. 4 around 3:30 p.m., police responded to a residence in Yonkers on Ridge Road, where the shots were reported, according to Yonkers Police.  After arriving at the home, police searched the residence and found no threat to the public, and then determined that no shots had been fired, police said.  Police then found that the incident had been a dispute between neighbors, and a shotgun may have been displayed during the conf…

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Yonkers, NY
Obituaries
Yonkers PD Sergeant Killed In Crash Worked As UPS Supervisor Before Pursuing Policing Career Yonkers PD Sergeant Killed In Crash Worked As UPS Supervisor Before Pursuing Policing Career Yonkers PD Sergeant Killed In Crash Worked As UPS Supervisor Before Pursuing Policing Career
Yonkers PD Sergeant Killed In Crash Worked As UPS Supervisor Before Pursuing Policing Career A police sergeant and Hudson Valley resident killed in a multi-vehicle crash in Westchester County was once a supervisor at UPS before beginning his long, decorated policing career.  Earlier Report - New Details Released After Crash That Killed Sergeant, 53, From Mahopac Due To Retire In Months Yonkers Police Department Sgt. Frank Gualdino, a Putnam County resident living in Mahopac, died on Thursday, Dec.1 at the age of 53 after his cruiser was hit by another vehicle that had lost control in Yonkers, leaving behind a wife and two children, ages 14 and 20, his obituary said. …

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Yonkers, NY
Breaking News
Yonkers Officer Hit By Car In Chase For Trio Wanted For NYC Carjacking Yonkers Officer Hit By Car In Chase For Trio Wanted For NYC Carjacking Yonkers Officer Hit By Car In Chase For Trio Wanted For NYC Carjacking
Yonkers Officer Hit By Car In Chase For Trio Wanted For NYC Carjacking A police officer in Westchester County was struck by a car during a chase for three suspects wanted for carjacking in New York City.  On Sunday, Dec. 4, around 3:15 p.m., police in Yonkers responded to the area of Point Street and Ravine Avenue, where an occupied vehicle wanted in connection with the carjacking was seen, according to Yonkers Police.  Once arriving there, three suspects attempted to drive away from the scene but after this resulted in an accident, the trio then ran away on foot to try and escape. The suspects were then caught after a short pursuit, police said.&nb…

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Brentwood, NY
Breaking News
'Persistent Violent Felony Offender': Babylon Man On Parole Admits To Home Burglary, DA Says 'Persistent Violent Felony Offender': Babylon Man On Parole Admits To Home Burglary, DA Says 'Persistent Violent Felony Offender': Babylon Man On Parole Admits To Home Burglary, DA Says
'Persistent Violent Felony Offender': Babylon Man On Parole Admits To Home Burglary, DA Says A Long Island man faces significant jail time after admitting to burglarizing a home while on parole, District Attorney officials said. On Wednesday, May 4, Jose Osorio of Babylon broke into a home in Babylon through a basement window and stole multiple items, including a key fob for a vehicle, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney.  Because the key fob had an Apple air tag attached to it, police were able to track it down to Osorio's address, which identified him as a suspect, Tierney said.  Osorio was then arrested at a local pawn shop while trying …

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Yorktown, NY
Breaking News
Vehicle Overturns, Falls Inches From 'Swelling Stream' In Yorktown Heights After Collision Vehicle Overturns, Falls Inches From 'Swelling Stream' In Yorktown Heights After Collision Vehicle Overturns, Falls Inches From 'Swelling Stream' In Yorktown Heights After Collision
Vehicle Overturns, Falls Inches From 'Swelling Stream' In Yorktown Heights After Collision Two people were rescued when their vehicle fell down an embankment inches from a flooded stream after an accident in Northern Westchester.  On Wednesday, Nov. 30, around 1:30 p.m., emergency crews responded to a two-car accident in Yorktown Heights on the Taconic State Parkway northbound in the area of Illington Road, according to the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department.  Upon arriving, fire officials found both vehicles off the roadway on opposite sides. One vehicle's occupants had no injuries, but the other vehicle had overturned, fallen down a muddy embankment, and …

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Somers, NY
Breaking News
Don't Be Next: Tips To Avoid Generator Fires Like This One In Somers Don't Be Next: Tips To Avoid Generator Fires Like This One In Somers Don't Be Next: Tips To Avoid Generator Fires Like This One In Somers
Don't Be Next: Tips To Avoid Generator Fires Like This One In Somers When using a generator to power your home after losing power, it's important to follow safety tips to avoid a fire like one that happened in Northern Westchester.  On Monday morning, Nov. 28, around 8 a.m., firefighters in Somers responded to a residence in the Somers Chase complex for a reported generator fire, according to the Somers Volunteer Fire Department.  Luckily, firefighters were able to knock out the blaze before it caused any damage to the home, fire officials said.  According to the New York Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, fires can be a co…

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Rye, NY
Breaking News
Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Stop In Rye, Police Say Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Stop In Rye, Police Say Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Stop In Rye, Police Say
Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Stop In Rye, Police Say A Connecticut woman is in trouble for leading authorities on a chase after they attempted to pull her over in Westchester County, police said.  On Monday, Nov. 28, around 8:45 a.m., police attempted to pull over a vehicle on Interstate 95 southbound in Rye for a traffic violation. After the vehicle failed to stop, a chase began, according to New York State Police.  The vehicle then eventually left I-95 at exit 18B in White Plains and briefly pulled over on the right shoulder before again driving off, police said. Police then stopped the pursuit when the vehicle entered the villag…

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Mt. Kisco, NY
Your Community
Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes
Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes A new spot in Northern Westchester for Mexican food is already receiving rave reviews for its authentic dishes.  Mexican Fiesta Taqueria, located in Mount Kisco at 360 North Bedford Rd. (Route 117), opened its doors on Thursday, Sept. 15, according to the business's Instagram page.  The restaurant is known for its many Mexican menu items, including tacos, burritos, nachos, and taco salads, and has received compliments for the quality of the ingredients used in each dish.  "What a treat! Nonstop delicious and top-quality ingredients and dishes at this new Mexican spot," said …

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New Haven, CT
Breaking News
CT Attorney Specializing In Personal Injury Admits To Tax Evasion, Must Repay IRS $750K CT Attorney Specializing In Personal Injury Admits To Tax Evasion, Must Repay IRS $750K CT Attorney Specializing In Personal Injury Admits To Tax Evasion, Must Repay IRS $750K
CT Attorney Specializing In Personal Injury Admits To Tax Evasion, Must Repay IRS $750K An attorney based in Connecticut faces jail time after admitting to tax evasion.  Wallingford resident Mark Carbutti, age 48, who is an attorney specializing in personal injury law, pleaded guilty to tax evasion on Thursday, Dec. 1, according to the Connecticut US Attorney's Office.  For several years starting in 2013, Carbutti only made limited payments of the over $585,000 he owed the Internal Revenue Service as a result of his legal practice and rental income for tax years 2013 through 2017. As a result, he also owed interest and penalties that accrued during this time as well,…

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