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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

Lifestyle

'Food Was DEE Lish': New Taco Spot Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley Just months after holding its grand opening, a new eatery in the Hudson Valley has already become a hit amongst taco lovers. Tacoland, located in Putnam County at 4 Church St. in the town of Carmel, has received a rave reception from visitors since opening on Friday, Sept. 1. Those who stop by will be able to try tacos with a wide variety of fillings, including steak, birria, marinated pork, grilled chicken, beef tongue, grilled tilapia, and shrimp. People’s favorites Birria Tacos!!! 📍 4 church St. Carmel NY Come and try our varieties of meats and salsas, or call to Pic…

by Ben Crnic

12/30/2023

Police & Fire

Drunk Driver Nabbed After Striking Guard Rail, Fleeing Scene In Wilton: Police A 47-year-old woman faces several charges after crashing into a guard rail in Fairfield County while drunk and driving away from the scene before eventually being caught, police announced. The incident happened on Wednesday, Dec. 20 around 9:30 p.m., when a 1998 Chevrolet Suburban driven by Ridgefield resident Paula Carter, age 47, was traveling north on Danbury Road by the intersection with Olmstead Hill Road in Wilton and struck a guardrail, according to Wilton Police. Carter then drove away from the scene but was soon pulled over by a Wilton patrol officer, police said. …

by Ben Crnic

12/30/2023

Police & Fire

2 People Hospitalized After Tree Falls On Occupied Car In Cortlandt Two people were hospitalized after a large tree fell on an occupied vehicle in Northern Westchester and caused severe damage. The incident happened in Cortlandt on Friday, Dec. 29 just after 1 p.m., when members of the Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department were sent to Mount Airy Road West, where a tree had fallen on a car. According to the department, firefighters saw that a large tree had hit the back of the sedan, causing significant damage. Luckily though, those who had been inside the car were able to get out with only minor injuries. The two occupants were later taken to…

by Ben Crnic

12/29/2023

Business

Peekskill BBQ Eatery To Transform Into Thai Restaurant A popular smokehouse in Northern Westchester is undertaking a truly transformative New Year's resolution, as it will soon be turning into a Thai restaurant. Peekskill Smokehouse, located at 15 North Division St., will be transforming into "Thaimeless Thai" in 2024, the owners announced on social media earlier in December. To make the change, the smokehouse will close for a brief hiatus beginning on Monday, Jan. 1, the owners added. "During this brief hiatus, our talented team will be working their magic to unveil a brand-new menu, train in the art of Thai cuisine, and sprinkle s…

by Ben Crnic

12/29/2023

Police & Fire

Car Goes Up In Flames At Intersection In Somers Firefighters had to race to a Northern Westchester intersection after a car caught on fire, officials said. The incident happened on Sunday, Dec. 24 just after 3:30 p.m., when firefighters from the Somers Volunteer Fire Department were sent to the intersection of Pines Bridge Road and Moseman Avenue for a motor vehicle fire, the department said. Once initial crews arrived at the scene, they confirmed that a vehicle was up in flames and called for more manpower. Once more units arrived, the blaze was quickly extinguished, according to fire officials. Units spent around an hour and 20 …

by Ben Crnic

12/29/2023

Lifestyle

New Update: 50 Cent Makes Stop At Yonkers Stew Leonard's, Meets With Fans, Officials Elected officials, police, and fans had their chance to be star-struck when famous rapper 50 Cent made a stop at a Stew Leonard's location in Westchester to hold a signing event. The 48-year-old acclaimed rapper stopped by Stew Leonard's Wines & Spirits of Yonkers, located at 1 Stew Leonard Dr., on Thursday night, Dec. 28 to promote his cognac brand, Branson, and his champagne, Le Chemin du Roi. Earlier Report - 50 Cent Holds Signing Event At Stew Leonard's In Yonkers While there, 50 Cent met with Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano and Westchester County Legislator Jam…

by Ben Crnic

12/29/2023

Police & Fire

Officer Injured After Cruiser Collides With Vehicle, Hits Parked Car In CT Incident A police officer was taken to a hospital after their cruiser collided with another vehicle while driving to the scene of a disturbance in Connecticut. The incident happened in Hartford County on Thursday, Dec. 28 just before 7:15 a.m., when Manchester Police officers were dispatched to an active disturbance call. According to the department, a marked patrol vehicle that was driving to the scene of this disturbance with lights and sirens activated had been traveling south on Main Street (Route 83) in the area of Pearl Street when another car abruptly turned left in front of it.&n…

by Ben Crnic

12/28/2023

Police & Fire

Update: New Details Released About Shooting Deaths Of Suspect, CT State Police K9 The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General is investigating an officer-involved fatal shooting of a suspect during an incident that also left a State Police K9 dead, officials announced. The investigation is focusing on an incident in New London County on Thursday, Dec. 21 that resulted in the death of 42-year-old Vaughn Malloy and State Police K9 Broko, the Office of the Inspector General announced on Wednesday, Dec. 27. Earlier Report - CT State Police K9 Killed In Line Of Duty In Pawcatuck: 'Was Hero In Every Sense' According to officials, around 7:30 p.m. on the da…

by Ben Crnic

12/28/2023

Lifestyle

50 Cent Holds Signing Event At Stew Leonard's In Yonkers Those who are fans of both champagne and acclaimed rapper 50 Cent will want to stop by a Stew Leonard's location in Westchester, where he will be holding a signing event. New, updated report - Update: 50 Cent Makes Stop At Yonkers Stew Leonard's, Meets With Fans, Officials The rapper will be visiting Stew Leonard's Wines & Spirits of Yonkers, located at 1 Stew Leonard Dr., on Thursday, Dec. 28 between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. The event was announced by the 48-year-old 50 Cent on his Instagram page. "Pull up on me, Yonkers," he wrote. The successful rapper, actor, and businessman has sold…

by Ben Crnic

12/28/2023

Business

White Plains To Celebrate Annual Restaurant Month: These Eateries Participating A city in Westchester is gearing up for a month-long celebration of dining that will offer a wide range of delicious specials to those who visit participating restaurants. Downtown White Plains will be holding its fourth annual Restaurant Month between Tuesday, Jan. 2, and Wednesday, Jan. 31, the city's Business Improvement District announced. Those who decide to visit participating establishments will get to treat themselves to prix fixe specials starting at $22.95 for lunch or $32.95 for dinner, or a second-tier dinner option going for $42.95, BID officials said. These s…

by Ben Crnic

12/28/2023

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