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

Three Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued Three Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued Three Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued
Three Stranded In Raft On Long Island Sound Rescued Three men who became stranded in a six-foot inflatable raft in the Long Island Sound have been rescued. Suffolk County Police were notified by the Coast Guard at approximately 4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 19 of an inflatable raft with three male occupants that were unable to make it back to shore.  The three were fishing in the Long Island Sound, near Crane Neck Road in Setauket, when they were pulled approximately two miles offshore, Suffolk County Police said. Their boat did not have a motor and they were unable to paddle back due to winds blowing between 15 and 20 miles per hour. Marine B…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended To More Counties In Area Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended To More Counties In Area Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended To More Counties In Area
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended To More Counties In Area This story has been updated. A round of strong thunderstorms is moving toward the area from the south and west, with some parts of the region expected to see potentially severe weather Sunday night, May 19. Areas north and west of New York City will be the most affected. Look for storms sometime between 8 p.m. Sunday and midnight north of the I-84 corridor in New York and Connecticut. (See second image above.) Some parts of the area are under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, including Rockland, Orange Dutchess, Sullivan and Ulster counties in the Hudson Valley. Farther south, including in New…
Vote Now: Who Will Rule At The End of ‘Game Of Thrones’? Vote Now: Who Will Rule At The End of ‘Game Of Thrones’? Vote Now: Who Will Rule At The End of ‘Game Of Thrones’?
Vote Now: Who Will Rule At The End of ‘Game Of Thrones’? “When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die.”  In just a matter of time, we'll know who will be sitting on the throne as the sixth and final episode of the eighth and last season of HBO's "Game of Thrones" premieres at 9 p.m. Sunday, May 9. One thing's certain. HBO seems like to set a record for most viewers. The next-to-last episode drew a series record, drawing 18.4 million viewers across all HBO platforms. The show depicts two powerful families - kings and queens, knights and renegades - playing a deadly game for control of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, and to sit…
Police Officer Passing By Awakens Family Before Fire Destroys Home In Area Police Officer Passing By Awakens Family Before Fire Destroys Home In Area Police Officer Passing By Awakens Family Before Fire Destroys Home In Area
Police Officer Passing By Awakens Family Before Fire Destroys Home In Area A fire that spread quickly destroyed a home in Shelton. The blaze broke around just before 7 a.m. Sunday, May 19. Shelton Patrol Officer Michael Kichar of the Shelton Police Department was on his way to work when he observed smoke coming from a residence at 184 Meadow St. in Shelton. Kichar called 911 and then was able to wake and alert the residents of the home and help them and the family dog escape, Shelton Police said.  The Shelton fire department was assisted by members of the Monroe and Trumbull fire departments. The fire was brought under control just before 8:30 a.m. Ther…
Suspect On Loose After 24-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Westchester Shooting Suspect On Loose After 24-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Westchester Shooting Suspect On Loose After 24-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Westchester Shooting
Suspect On Loose After 24-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Westchester Shooting A suspect is on the loose after a late-night shooting outside a liquor store in Westchester. The incident occurred at around 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, in th3 the area of 295 Warburton Avenue in Yonkers. Upon arrival, officers located a crime scene, began canvassing the vicinity and cordoned off the area and initiated a criminal investigation, said Yonkers PD Det. Sgt. Dean Politopoulos. Detectives from the Major Case Squad and Crime Scene Unit also responded to the scene, interviewing subjects and witnesses, reviewing surveillance video, and processing forensic evidence…
Northern Westchester Residents Letterman, Geist Meet In Cross River For 'Today' Show Northern Westchester Residents Letterman, Geist Meet In Cross River For 'Today' Show Northern Westchester Residents Letterman, Geist Meet In Cross River For 'Today' Show
Northern Westchester Residents Letterman, Geist Meet In Cross River For 'Today' Show Northern Westchester was the backdrop for the latest "Sunday Sitdown" segment on NBC-TV's "Sunday Today Show" in Town Of Lewisboro hamlet of Cross River. A pair of local residents -- the show's anchor, Willie Geist of South Salem, and legendary late-night talk-show show David Letterman of North Salem -- did the interview during a round of fly fishing at the Cross River Reservoir. Letterman discussed his retirement, and a trip to Costco to buy "a walk-in bathtub," as well as late-night TV in the age of Trump, his own views on the president, and his relationship with his wife and son. T…
Woman Injured After Several Shots Fired At Large Gathering In Area Woman Injured After Several Shots Fired At Large Gathering In Area Woman Injured After Several Shots Fired At Large Gathering In Area
Woman Injured After Several Shots Fired At Large Gathering In Area A woman was hospitalized after several shots were fired at a large, overnight gathering in the City of Newburgh. The incident occurred around 3:40 a.m. Saturday, May 18 in the area of 97 South Street. Less than an hour later, the woman entered Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital with a gunshot wound to the hand, said police. The large crowd was dispersing after police arrived on the scene following notification of gunfire.  The incident is being investigated. Anyone with information is asked to call Newburgh City Police at 845-561-3131.
Issam Sammy Ishak Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 31 Issam Sammy Ishak Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 31 Issam Sammy Ishak Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 31
Issam Sammy Ishak Of Yorktown Heights Dies At 31 Issam Sammy Ishak, a resident of Yorktown Heights, died on Monday, May 13. He was 31. He was born Aug. 13, 1987 in Yonkers. He survived by his parents Ghassan and Rana Ishak, his brothers Naim (wife Danielle and their son Jonathan) Daniel and Christopher; fiancé Kristin (and brother Josef).  Sammy brightened up the room with his unforgettable smile and always lived life to the fullest and had no regrets, according to obituary, which added he loved making jokes and putting a smile on everyone's face. His passion was playing poker as he had inspirations to be a professional poker playe…
Ashley Burdick Of Carmel, Health Care Aide In Mahopac, Dies At Age 28 Ashley Burdick Of Carmel, Health Care Aide In Mahopac, Dies At Age 28 Ashley Burdick Of Carmel, Health Care Aide In Mahopac, Dies At Age 28
Ashley Burdick Of Carmel, Health Care Aide In Mahopac, Dies At Age 28 Health care aide Ashley L. Burdick, a resident of Carmel,  died on Sunday, May 12 at home. She was 28 years old. She was born on Dec. 24, 1990 in Carmel, the daughter of Frederick and Brenda (Tebordo) Burdick. She attended Brewster Schools and received her GED. She was a certified health care aide with Affiliated Home Care out of Mahopac. She had a special place in her heart for people and always helped those in need, according to her obituary. She enjoyed playing basketball and doing crafts, and loved music and animals, especially birds and penguins. In addition to her parents, she…
Strong Thunderstorms With Damaging Winds, Even Hail Could Sweep Through Area On Warm, Humid Day Strong Thunderstorms With Damaging Winds, Even Hail Could Sweep Through Area On Warm, Humid Day Strong Thunderstorms With Damaging Winds, Even Hail Could Sweep Through Area On Warm, Humid Day
Strong Thunderstorms With Damaging Winds, Even Hail Could Sweep Through Area On Warm, Humid Day A round of strong thunderstorms could sweep through parts of the area on a warm and muggy day on Sunday, May 19. It will be partly sunny with a high in the low to mid 70s and an increase in humidity during the day.  The storm system will arrive in the tristate area late Sunday afternoon, with strong thunderstorms possible late Sunday afternoon and evening, especially in areas north and west of New York City.  Some of the storms Sunday evening could bring heavy rain, damaging winds and even hail before the system winds down overnight. The chance of showers, and more storms, lasts …
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