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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.

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Support Swells For Father Bludgeoned To Death In Hudson Valley: 'He Gave Best Hugs' Support Swells For Father Bludgeoned To Death In Hudson Valley: 'He Gave Best Hugs'
Support Swells For Father Bludgeoned To Death In Hudson Valley: 'He Gave Best Hugs' A community in the Hudson Valley is coming together to raise funds and support the family of a beloved father who was bludgeoned to death by his son, according to police.  James C. Cherry Jr., age 56, was found bludgeoned to death at his Putnam County residence in Patterson on River Road on Sunday, Sept. 10, when New York State Police responded to a reported domestic incident.  Earlier Report - Man Bludgeons Father To Death In Patterson: Police Cherry's son, 33-year-old James C. Cherry III, was later arrested and charged with second-degree murder, authorities said.…

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Business
Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition' Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition'
Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition' A Westchester pizzeria with a famous name has earned a spot on the reputable Michelin Guide.  Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, located in Yonkers at 1955 Central Park Ave., is one of the latest additions to the Michelin Guide, which helps readers discover the best restaurants by listing establishments well-received by its reviewers.  In their description of the pizzeria, Michelin writers said that the Yonkers location brings the same level of quality coal-fired pies as the original, iconic location in New Haven, Connecticut.  "Open since 1925, Frank Pepe's has earned cul…

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Business
These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report
These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report If you're in the mood for pizza, but not sure which kind, take a look at this list of seven eateries in Connecticut recognized as the best in the state at specializing in certain regional styles, according to a new report by The Washington Post. The seven eateries were selected as part of a database put together by The Post that lists pizzerias in each state specializing in Chicago, Detroit, Neapolitan, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza. According to this report, the seven best restaurants in Connecticut that are the best at certain styles of pizza are: Vi…

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Police & Fire
Larceny Suspect Drives Wrong Way On I-87 After Chase In Yonkers, Crashes: Police Larceny Suspect Drives Wrong Way On I-87 After Chase In Yonkers, Crashes: Police
Larceny Suspect Drives Wrong Way On I-87 After Chase In Yonkers, Crashes: Police Authorities are searching for a man who was allegedly involved in a larceny in Westchester and escaped detection after driving the wrong way on Interstate 87 and crashing into another car, police said.  The incident happened on Wednesday night, Sept. 13, and started when Yonkers Police began investigating a larceny in a neighboring jurisdiction and found the male suspect in the Cross County Shopping Center, according to Yonkers Police Detective Sergeant Frank DiDomizio.  The suspect then drove away from the shopping center and began leading officers on a short pursuit before …

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Bankruptcy Fraud: Former Attorney From Westchester Admits Lying To Keep Assets, Officials Say Bankruptcy Fraud: Former Attorney From Westchester Admits Lying To Keep Assets, Officials Say
Bankruptcy Fraud: Former Attorney From Westchester Admits Lying To Keep Assets, Officials Say A former attorney from Westchester has admitted to submitting false bank records to bankruptcy court in an attempt to keep possession of his multi-million dollar home and Aston Martin sports car, officials said. Bronxville resident John Roesser, age 52, pleaded guilty on Tuesday, Sept. 12 to charges related to making falsified statements and submitting fake records to bankruptcy court, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced.  Earlier Report - Bankruptcy Fraud: Former Attorney From Bronxville Lied To Keep Home, Sports Car, Officials Say Acc…

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Obituaries
Former Fire Chief Of Pound Ridge Department Dies: 'Exemplified Meaning Of Brother' Former Fire Chief Of Pound Ridge Department Dies: 'Exemplified Meaning Of Brother'
Former Fire Chief Of Pound Ridge Department Dies: 'Exemplified Meaning Of Brother' A former fire chief and Navy veteran from Northern Westchester is being remembered for his dedication to his town throughout his 53-year department membership.  Robert H. Meyer, the former chief of the Pound Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, died on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at the age of 88, according to his obituary.  Before becoming a firefighter, Meyer began his career in 1953 as an electrician in the Navy until he was honorably discharged in 1957. In addition to working on a nuclear submarine during this time, Meyer also became a union electrical worker and a foreman af…

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Hurricane Lee: Eversource Bringing In Extra Crews To Region As Storm Comes Closer Hurricane Lee: Eversource Bringing In Extra Crews To Region As Storm Comes Closer
Hurricane Lee: Eversource Bringing In Extra Crews To Region As Storm Comes Closer With the threat of Hurricane Lee drawing near, Eversource is preparing for power outages by enacting emergency response plans and bringing extra crews to the region to help with repairs. The preparations come as meteorologists predict Lee's arrival in the region on Friday night, Sept. 15, which will likely bring high wind gusts and heavy rainfall, according to the National Weather Service.  Earlier Report - Here Comes Hurricane Lee: Watches, Advisories Stretch From NY Through New England Eversource President of Electric Operations in Connecticut Steve Sullivan warned that the sto…

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COVID-19: New Vaccine Targeting Omicron Subvariants 'Vital' For NY Residents, Hochul Says COVID-19: New Vaccine Targeting Omicron Subvariants 'Vital' For NY Residents, Hochul Says
Covid-19: New Vaccine Targeting Omicron Subvariants 'Vital' For NY Residents, Hochul Says New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging residents to receive a new, updated COVID-19 vaccine meant to target a mutated variant of the virus.  The new vaccine, approved by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday, Sept. 12, and previously authorized by the federal Food and Drug Administration, is meant to target a subvariant of Omicron called XBB.1.5, Hochul announced on Wednesday, Sept. 13. The vaccine was developed after the FDA decided to target the subvariant, which is closely related to over 90 percent of all circulating COVID viruses, according to the CD…

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Weather
Latest On Lee: These Mass Areas Most At Risk For Power Outages, Storm Surge Latest On Lee: These Mass Areas Most At Risk For Power Outages, Storm Surge
Latest On Lee: These Mass Areas Most At Risk For Power Outages, Storm Surge With Hurricane Lee barreling on a path toward the Northeast, meteorologists have now identified the areas of Massachusetts that may face the most devastation and power outages from storm surges and damaging winds.  According to the latest information from the National Weather Service, the storm is expected to arrive in southern New England on Friday night, Sept. 15, and stay through Saturday evening, Sept. 16.  Earlier Report - Here Comes Hurricane Lee: Watches, Advisories Stretch From NY Through New England As of early Thursday morning, Sept. 14, the storm was around 830 mi…

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Police & Fire
Alert Issued For Missing 21-Year-Old In Yonkers Alert Issued For Missing 21-Year-Old In Yonkers
Alert Issued For Missing 21-Year-Old In Yonkers New, updated report - New Update: Missing 21-Year-Old Found Dead After Being Hit By Train In Yonkers, Police Say Authorities are asking for the public to be on the lookout for a 21-year-old man who has been missing from his Westchester home for several days. Yonkers resident Justin Calcano, age 21, was last seen on Friday, Sept. 8 in the area of 4007 Boston Rd. in the Bronx, according to Yonkers Police.  Calcano is described as a Hispanic man who is 5-foot-8, 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing black pants, a black shirt, and black boots, according to authorities.  He is a…

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