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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Mamaroneck, NY
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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
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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Stamford, CT
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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
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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Harrison, NY
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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
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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Yorktown, NY
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'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
'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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Monroe, NY
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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
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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by Ben Crnic
Yonkers, NY
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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)
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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by Ben Crnic
White Plains, NY
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Stay Sober: Westchester County Police To Increase Patrols During Thanksgiving Stay Sober: Westchester County Police To Increase Patrols During Thanksgiving Stay Sober: Westchester County Police To Increase Patrols During Thanksgiving
Stay Sober: Westchester County Police To Increase Patrols During Thanksgiving Police in Westchester County will step up security in public areas and be on the lookout for drunk drivers during the Thanksgiving holiday period, authorities said.  Beginning on Wednesday, Nov. 23, the Westchester County Police Department will deploy an increased number of patrols and tighter security around the county's airport, public transportation hubs, houses of worship, and retail areas, according to the department.  The extra efforts are part of a statewide STOP-DWI enforcement campaign that will last through the holiday weekend, authorities said.  The enforceme…

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by Ben Crnic
Mahopac, NY
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Malfunctioning Pellet Stove Causes Chimney Fire In Hudson Valley: Firefighters Malfunctioning Pellet Stove Causes Chimney Fire In Hudson Valley: Firefighters Malfunctioning Pellet Stove Causes Chimney Fire In Hudson Valley: Firefighters
Malfunctioning Pellet Stove Causes Chimney Fire In Hudson Valley: Firefighters A fire department in the Hudson Valley had to put out a fire after a malfunctioning pellet stove ignited a blaze, firefighters said.  On Monday, Nov. 21 around 3:15 p.m., firefighters responded to a reported chimney fire in Mahopac Falls at Willow Drive, according to the Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department.  Upon arriving at the house and gaining access inside, firefighters found that nobody was home, and discovered that the malfunctioning stove had caused stored pellets to heat and ignite, fire officials said.  Firefighters were then able to remove the burning pell…

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by Ben Crnic
Yonkers, NY
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New Charges: 19-Year-Old Indicted For Shooting Fellow Teen In Yonkers New Charges: 19-Year-Old Indicted For Shooting Fellow Teen In Yonkers New Charges: 19-Year-Old Indicted For Shooting Fellow Teen In Yonkers
New Charges: 19-Year-Old Indicted For Shooting Fellow Teen In Yonkers A 19-year-old man has been officially indicted on charges connected to the shooting of a 15-year-old boy in Westchester County, according to the county's district attorney.  The suspect, Yonkers resident Joseph Tejera, is accused of shooting the victim twice on Wednesday, Oct. 26 on Woodworth Avenue in Yonkers, according to Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Rocah.  The victim was then taken to Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, where he received emergency medical treatment, Rocah said.  Tejera was arrested by Yonkers Police on Wednesday, Nov. 2, acc…

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by Ben Crnic
White Plains, NY
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Westchester County Given Aa1 Bond Rating By Moody's Westchester County Given Aa1 Bond Rating By Moody's Westchester County Given Aa1 Bond Rating By Moody's
Westchester County Given Aa1 Bond Rating By Moody's Westchester County has just received an Aa1 bond rating by Moody's Investors Service, reflecting the county's "diverse and resilient economy," according to the company. In addition, it has upgraded the county’s rating outlook to positive from stable.  Earlier Report - County's Bond Rating Outlook Upgraded By Fitch Ratings According to the report that came with the rating, the county has benefitted from "strong resident wealth, a sizeable corporate base, and healthy full value per capita," as well as a home for workers commuting to New York City, according to Moody's.&n…

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