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Ben Crnic

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bcrnic@dailyvoice.com

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.

Ben Crnic's Contributions

Police & Fire

Suspect Steals From Stop & Shop, Threatens Employee, Leads Officer On Chase In Branford: Police A shoplifting suspect faces numerous charges after allegedly stealing from a Stop & Shop in New Haven County, trying to attack an employee who tried to stop him, and leading an officer on a chase, police said. The incident happened in Branford on Saturday evening, March 25, when an employee at the Stop & Shop at 22 Leetes Island Rd. confronted a man who had left the store with a cart full of items he had allegedly shoplifted, according to Branford Police. When the employee tried to stop the suspect, identified as 31-year-old Joe Cottes-Lopez of Wallingford, he then …

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Police & Fire

'Dangerous' Suspect Fires Shots By Public Parking Lot, Hides Behind Car In Port Chester: Police A Fairfield County man faces charges after firing shots near a public parking lot in Westchester and trying to avoid arrest by fleeing officers, police said. The incident happened on Monday morning, March 27 in Port Chester when officers responded to the Marina parking lot at 51 Abendroth Ave. after it was reported that shots were fired in the area, according to Port Chester Police. After arriving at the scene, officers eventually found the suspect crouching behind a parked vehicle. When he was then confronted by police, he allegedly tried to flee the scene and walk away. Howeve…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Police & Fire

Smoke Shop Shut Down After Selling 'Wonka Bar' With THC In Yonkers, Police Say A smoke shop in Westchester has been shut down after selling numerous unlicensed products containing cannabis, police said. Yonkers Smokers, located in Yonkers at 262 South Broadway, was shut down following an inspection by the city's smoke shop task force, Yonkers PD announced on Monday, March 27. As a result of the inspection, many unlicensed products containing cannabis and unlicensed cannabinoids were confiscated from the store. According to police, many of these products were designed to mimic the appearance of candy, including a THC-infused "Wonka Bar" coming i…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Obituaries

Flags Flown Half-Mast For Beloved Former Historical Society President From Port Chester A village in Westchester is flying all flags at half-mast to honor a beloved resident who dedicated her life to public service and helping those most in need. Flags in Port Chester will be flown at half-mast from sunrise on Monday, March 27 until sunset on Tuesday, March 28 to honor Goldie Solomon, who died in March at the age of 96, Port Chester Mayor Luis Marino announced. Solomon, who once served as both the president and vice president of the Port Chester Historical Society, was known throughout the village as being an outspoken advocate for first responders and the vil…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

News

Falling Stones Cause Bridge To Shut Down For Months In Yonkers A bridge crossing a busy parkway in Westchester will likely be shut down for months because of falling stones that created a major safety hazard. The Parkway Viaduct bridge that crosses over the Bronx River Parkway in Yonkers has been shut down after stones began falling on the parkway below, Westchester County Legislator James Nolan announced on Friday, March 24. As emergency work continues, the bridge will likely be shut down for one to two months, Nolan said, adding that stones had begun falling from the wall of the bridge. Nolan said that commuters who use the bridge should…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

News

New Court For Veterans Will Offer Substance Abuse, Mental Health Treatment In Hudson Valley A new specialized court that will offer mental health and substance abuse treatment options for veterans charged with felonies has opened in Putnam County. The Veterans Treatment Court, which is located in the Putnam Supreme and County Courthouse in Carmel, opened on Tuesday, March 21, according to officials from the New York State Unified Court System. The new court is meant to help any veterans who have been charged with felonies and may be suffering from addiction, mental health issues, or any other combat-related disorders. Instead of conventional prosecution and incarcerati…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Business

New 'Very Welcoming' Restaurant Already Doing Well In Tuckahoe, Visitors Say If you're looking for a taste of Spanish cuisine served by a place named after a popular flamenco dance style, a new restaurant in Westchester may just be the spot for you. Buleria Tapas & Wine Bar, located in Tuckahoe at 106 Main St., opened its doors to visitors in January 2023 and is already receiving praise for its unique atmosphere, delicious Spanish-inspired menu items, and tasty dessert options. The eatery offers a menu full of regional dishes inspired by the Spanish city of Seville, such as hot and cold tapas, paellas, salads, and soups. Hot tapas are a delight to enjoy…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Police & Fire

Man Caught With Cocaine Steals From Lowe's, Evades Court Date In Yorktown: Police A 33-year-old man from Northern Westchester faces numerous charges after allegedly being caught with cocaine and stolen merchandise from a Lowe's store, as well as not showing up to his court appearance, police said. The man, identified as David Herbin of Peekskill, was originally arrested on Wednesday, Feb. 15 after he was pulled over by police in Yorktown for traffic violations. Officers then discovered that he allegedly possessed a quantity of cocaine and stolen merchandise from a Lowe's location, authorities said. Herbin was then taken into custody and charged with petit lar…

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Traffic

Scheduled Lane Closure On Hutchinson River Parkway In Scarsdale To Last Months Traffic on a busy parkway in Westchester will soon be affected by a scheduled lane closure that will last months. Beginning on Monday, March 27, one lane along the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway between Exit 13 ((Mamaroneck Avenue) in Scarsdale and Exit 14 (Route 127) in Harrison will close on weekdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to facilitate construction work, according to the New York State Department of Transportation. The scheduled lane closure will last on weekdays through Wednesday, May 31, officials announced.

by Ben Crnic

03/27/2023

Police & Fire

Man Punches Victim In Neck, Head In Yorktown: Police A man faces attempted assault charges after punching a victim in the neck and head during a domestic incident at a residence in Northern Westchester, police said. The incident happened on Monday, March 20 around 6 p.m., when police in Yorktown responded to a domestic dispute at a residence in town, according to Yorktown Police. There, police met with the suspect and victim and determined that 46-year-old Kendell Llewellyn of North Deerfield Ave. in Yorktown had allegedly punched the victim in the head and neck several times with a closed fist. Llewellyn was then arrested …

by Ben Crnic

03/26/2023

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