Joe Lombardi

Managing Editor

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Joe Lombardi, Daily Voice's Managing Editor, has spent his professional career as a newsroom director, manager, editor, producer, writer, reporter and broadcaster who has worked at major websites, television networks, newspapers, magazines and radio stations and as a book author.

The Manhattan native, Irvington (NY) High School and University of Dayton graduate has been actively involved in web publishing for more than 25 years. In addition, he also has expertise in marketing, public relations and social media.

Lombardi rejoined Daily Voice in September 2013 as managing editor after serving as sports editorial consultant from August 2011 through January 2012. He was named to oversee editorial operations in the fall of 2017.

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Joe Lombardi's Contributions

Snow Showers, Flurries Possible As Wind-Chill Values Fall Into 20s On Rare Leap Day Snow Showers, Flurries Possible As Wind-Chill Values Fall Into 20s On Rare Leap Day Snow Showers, Flurries Possible As Wind-Chill Values Fall Into 20s On Rare Leap Day
Snow Showers, Flurries Possible As Wind-Chill Values Fall Into 20s On Rare Leap Day It's a rare leap day, but the weather will be very typical for the final day of February. Brisk and cold conditions on Saturday, Feb. 29 will result in the wind-chill factor falling into the 25- to 30-degree range during the afternoon. Couple that with an increase in clouds after a partly sunny start, and there will be a chance for snow showers in the early and mid-afternoon.  Most of the region will see little or no accumulation, but areas north of I-84, and especially west, could see a half-inch or less and slippery roads in some spots. Then, March will come in like a lion. At lea…
Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Long Island Crash Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Long Island Crash Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Long Island Crash
Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Long Island Crash Click here for an updated story: ID Released For Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Long Island Crash A man was killed in a two-vehicle crash overnight on Long Island. It happened on Friday, Feb. 28 at approximately 9:45 p.m. in North Bellport, Suffolk County Police said. Henry Dittmer, 77, of Bay Shore, was driving a 2017 Lincoln sedan eastbound on eastbound Sunrise Highway (Route 27), west of Exit 55, in North Bellport when the vehicle was struck from behind by a 2017 GMC Sierra at approximately 9:45 p.m., police said. The Lincoln veered off the roadway into the center me…
Two Long Island Store Clerks Charged With Selling Alcohol To Minors Two Long Island Store Clerks Charged With Selling Alcohol To Minors Two Long Island Store Clerks Charged With Selling Alcohol To Minors
Two Long Island Store Clerks Charged With Selling Alcohol To Minors Two store clerks were charged during an underage drinking enforcement detail conducted on Long Island. The two were cited for selling an alcoholic beverage to an undercover State Police operative under the age of 21 on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Arrested and charged with unlawful dealing with a child in the first degree and prohibited sale of an alcoholic beverage were: Anil Patwa, 66, of Albertson, a clerk at Fortune Smoke Shop, Old Country Road in Westbury. Katty Garibaldi-Espana, 52, of Levittown, a clerk at AAC Convenience Store, Jericho Turnpike in Mineola. The following establishments wer…
Are You Likely To Get The Coronavirus? Virus May Join Seasonal Illness Landscape, Experts Say Are You Likely To Get The Coronavirus? Virus May Join Seasonal Illness Landscape, Experts Say Are You Likely To Get The Coronavirus? Virus May Join Seasonal Illness Landscape, Experts Say
Are You Likely To Get The Coronavirus? Virus May Join Seasonal Illness Landscape, Experts Say As the coronavirus spreads, there are more questions than answers, but an expert says since most cases aren't life-threatening, it makes the virus even more challenging to contain. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday, Feb. 25 that a coronavirus outbreak is likely coming to the United States. Globally, the virus is now in 30 countries.  “We are asking the American public to prepare for the expectation that this might be bad,” Nancy Messonnier, the director of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, said in a press conference. Dr. Jame…
Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found
Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found Update: A 15-year-old Long Island girl who went missing has been located. Laurin Medina, 15, had last been seen at her Hempstead home on Carolina Avenue home on Thursday, Feb. 27 at midnight, Nassau County Police said. Late Thursday night, police announced she has been found. Original report: A 15-year-old Long Island girl has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. Laurin Medina, 15, was last seen at her Hempstead home on Carolina Avenue home on Thursday, Feb. 27 at midnight, Nassau County Police said. She is described as being 4-feet tall, 110 …
Suspect Nabbed After Long Island Bank Robbery Suspect Nabbed After Long Island Bank Robbery Suspect Nabbed After Long Island Bank Robbery
Suspect Nabbed After Long Island Bank Robbery A suspect has been charged after a Long Island bank robbery earlier in the day. The robbery took place around 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb 27, in West Babylon, said the Suffolk County Police. According to detectives, the suspect, now identified as George Swanton, 60, of West Babylon, entered the People’s United Bank, at 955 Little East Neck Road, and handed a teller a note demanding cash.  The teller complied with the demand and gave the man cash from the drawer. Swanton then fled on a bicycle, northbound on Little East Neck Road, police said.  Swanton was charged with third-deg…
Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found
Missing 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found Update: A 15-year-old Long Island girl who went missing has been located. Laurin Medina, 15, had last been seen at her Hempstead home on Carolina Avenue home on Thursday, Feb. 27 at midnight, Nassau County Police said. Late Thursday night, police announced she has been found. Original report: A 15-year-old Long Island girl has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. Laurin Medina, 15, was last seen at her Hempstead home on Carolina Avenue home on Thursday, Feb. 27 at midnight, Nassau County Police said. She is described as being 4-feet tall, 110 …
Trinity Catholic HS In Stamford To Close Following Academic Year Trinity Catholic HS In Stamford To Close Following Academic Year Trinity Catholic HS In Stamford To Close Following Academic Year
Trinity Catholic HS In Stamford To Close Following Academic Year Trinity Catholic High School in Stamford will be closing after the school year, the Diocese of Bridgeport announced on Thursday, Feb. 27. "It is with deep personal sadness that I write to inform you that Trinity Catholic High School will not reopen its doors for the 2020-21 academic year," Bishop of Bridgeport, Rev. Frank J. Caggiano wrote in a letter posted on the diocese's website.  Caggiano cited three reasons for the closure. He said total enrollment for next year is projected to be between 100-110 students.  "This is a number that is simply unsustainable if we wish to maint…
Cold Blast: Strong, Gusty Winds Will Be Followed By Big Drop In Temperatures Cold Blast: Strong, Gusty Winds Will Be Followed By Big Drop In Temperatures Cold Blast: Strong, Gusty Winds Will Be Followed By Big Drop In Temperatures
Cold Blast: Strong, Gusty Winds Will Be Followed By Big Drop In Temperatures It's been a mild winter, but March is still going to come in like a lion. As the large, complex storm system pushes out, get set for a big change in the weather pattern. Strong, gusty winds out of the west will lead to a drop in temperatures. Here's the five-day forecast: Thursday, Feb. 27: Rain will end from west to east in the morning and skies will gradually clear, with the sun breaking through by noontime. The high temperature will be in the low to mid 40s, but will drop to the mid to upper 30s by late in the afternoon. Winds between 18 to 24 miles per hour with gusts …
Man Hit, Killed By Car While Walking Along Long Island Roadway Man Hit, Killed By Car While Walking Along Long Island Roadway Man Hit, Killed By Car While Walking Along Long Island Roadway
Man Hit, Killed By Car While Walking Along Long Island Roadway A man walking along a Long Island roadway was killed after being struck by a car overnight. It happened on Wednesday, Feb. 26 approximately 8:15 p.m. in Shirley. Vincent Roscigno, 22, of Shirley, was driving a 2018 Hyundai sedan southbound on William Floyd Parkway, on the Sunrise Highway overpass, when the vehicle struck the victim in the roadway.  The victim, identified as Jordon Hubbard, 25, of Shirley, was transported to Long Island Community Hospital in East Patchogue where he was pronounced dead. Roscigno was not injured. The Hyundai was impounded for a safety check. Detec…
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