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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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Police & Fire
Over 1K Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Taconic Traffic Stop In East Fishkill: Police Over 1K Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Taconic Traffic Stop In East Fishkill: Police
Over 1K Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Taconic Traffic Stop In East Fishkill: Police A Bronx man was arrested in Dutchess County after troopers allegedly found more than a kilogram of fentanyl during a routine traffic stop on the Taconic State Parkway, authorities said. The stop happened around 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, in the town of East Fishkill, New York State Police said on Thursday, July 10.  There, troopers pulled over a Toyota Camry traveling northbound for multiple traffic violations. The driver, identified as Carmelo Arroyo Miranda, age 36, of the Bronx, was the only person in the vehicle, according to authorities.  A narcotics detection K-9 …

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Police & Fire
'Ghost Gun' Assembly Hub Busted In New Rochelle, Loaded Weapons Seized, Police Say 'Ghost Gun' Assembly Hub Busted In New Rochelle, Loaded Weapons Seized, Police Say
'Ghost Gun' Assembly Hub Busted In New Rochelle, Loaded Weapons Seized, Police Say A months-long investigation into illegal firearms trafficking in Westchester has led to the arrest of a 56-year-old man and the seizure of multiple untraceable “ghost guns,” police said. Rhandy Thor, age 56, was arrested on Tuesday, July 8, following a raid on a Cooper Drive residence in New Rochelle on the same day, the New Rochelle Police Department announced on Wednesday, July 10.  Police said the address had been identified as a hub for assembling and distributing non-serialized firearms.  During the search, conducted by NRPD’s Special Investigations Unit and the Westchester …

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Police & Fire
Strangulation, Child Endangerment: Poughkeepsie Cop, Prosecutor Both Arrested, Police Say Strangulation, Child Endangerment: Poughkeepsie Cop, Prosecutor Both Arrested, Police Say
Strangulation, Child Endangerment: Poughkeepsie Cop, Prosecutor Both Arrested, Police Say A Dutchess County cop and an Ulster County prosecutor who are in a relationship are facing charges following a lengthy investigation into an ongoing domestic dispute, police announced.  The arrests followed what troopers described as a "detailed and lengthy" investigation by New York State Police, the agency announced on Wednesday, July 9.  Authorities determined that both Ulster County Assistant District Attorney Anna M. Thompson of Poughkeepsie and City of Poughkeepsie Police Officer Michael McDonough-Ewald of Red Hook engaged in criminal conduct over the course of their re…

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Police & Fire
Driver Rescued After Vehicle Plunges Into Hudson River In Croton-On-Hudson Driver Rescued After Vehicle Plunges Into Hudson River In Croton-On-Hudson
Driver Rescued After Vehicle Plunges Into Hudson River In Croton-On-Hudson Emergency crews rushed to the scene late Wednesday night, July 9, after a vehicle drove into the water where the Croton and Hudson Rivers meet in Westchester, according to fire officials.  The incident happened around 11 p.m. on Wednesday at the Echo Canoe Launch in Croton-on-Hudson, the village’s fire department said on Thursday morning, July 10.  First responders arrived to find a vehicle submerged in the river. The driver, described as emotionally distraught, told officers he was alone in the car. Croton police helped him to shore, and he was later taken to a local hospital for…

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News
Man Indicted In Ongoing Years-Long Sex Abuse Case Involving Boys In Valley Cottage: DA (UPDATE) Man Indicted In Ongoing Years-Long Sex Abuse Case Involving Boys In Valley Cottage: DA (UPDATE)
Man Indicted In Ongoing Years-Long Sex Abuse Case Involving Boys In Valley Cottage: DA (Update) A Hudson Valley man accused of sexually abusing multiple boys over more than two decades in Rockland County has now been formally indicted by a grand jury, prosecutors announced. James Valentine, age 57, of Cornwall-on-Hudson, was indicted on one count of course of sexual conduct against a child in the second degree, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh II said on Wednesday, July 9.  The charge is a Class D violent felony, punishable by up to seven years in state prison. Valentine is scheduled to be arraigned on the indictment Thursday, July 10, at 9:30 a.m. before Judge Kevi…

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Police & Fire
Repeat Offender Almost Hits Patrol Car, Gets DWI Charge In Rye: Police Repeat Offender Almost Hits Patrol Car, Gets DWI Charge In Rye: Police
Repeat Offender Almost Hits Patrol Car, Gets DWI Charge In Rye: Police A man with prior DWI convictions is facing felony charges after allegedly pulling out in front of a marked police vehicle while intoxicated in Westchester, authorities said. The incident happened around 12:35 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, when a City of Rye Police Department sergeant was driving east on Locust Avenue near Theodore Fremd Avenue, according to the department.  According to police, a 2014 Nissan Sentra suddenly pulled out from a parked position directly in front of the sergeant’s patrol car, prompting a traffic stop.  The driver, identified as Mario R. Monroy, age 45, o…

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News
'Especially Grotesque': Man Raped Teen Before Dumping Body On Street In New Rochelle, DA Says 'Especially Grotesque': Man Raped Teen Before Dumping Body On Street In New Rochelle, DA Says
'Especially Grotesque': Man Raped Teen Before Dumping Body On Street In New Rochelle, DA Says A Westchester man previously charged in connection with the dumping of a 15-year-old boy’s body has now been indicted on new charges involving the repeated sexual abuse of the teen, prosecutors announced.  Hugo Horacio Perez-Gabriel, age 32, of New Rochelle, was indicted on multiple new charges, including third-degree rape, third-degree criminal sexual act, tampering with physical evidence, endangering the welfare of a child, and third-degree sexual abuse, Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace said Wednesday, July 9.  He pleaded not guilty during his arraignment on Tue…

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News
Bacterial Concerns, Heavy Rain Shut Down These Westchester Beaches Bacterial Concerns, Heavy Rain Shut Down These Westchester Beaches
Bacterial Concerns, Heavy Rain Shut Down These Westchester Beaches Multiple beaches in Westchester County were closed Wednesday, July 9, due to potential bacterial contamination following recent rainfall, health officials announced. The Westchester County Health Department said 0.67 inches of rain fell over the past 24 hours, prompting a preemptive closure of beaches in New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, and Rye on Wednesday.  The following locations are affected: New Rochelle: Hudson Park Beach, Davenport Beach Club, Greentree Country Club, and Surf Club on the Sound; Mamaroneck: Harbor Island Park, Beach Point Club, Orienta Beach Club, and&n…

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Traffic
Slow-Moving Transformer Move To Snarl Traffic In Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, LaGrange Slow-Moving Transformer Move To Snarl Traffic In Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, LaGrange
Slow-Moving Transformer Move To Snarl Traffic In Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, LaGrange Drivers in Dutchess County are being urged to avoid several major roads Wednesday evening, July 9, as a massive transformer is moved through the area, causing significant delays.  The transport, which began at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, will move through Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, and LaGrange, according to New York State Police.  The slow-moving operation is expected to impact the following routes: Route 9G; Crumb Elbow Road; Netherwood Road; Salt Point Turnpike; West Road; Routes 44 and 55 into LaGrange. Because of the transformer’s size, utility crews will need to lift …

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Business
Restaurant Announces Closure After Over 20 Years In Monroe: Here's When Restaurant Announces Closure After Over 20 Years In Monroe: Here's When
Restaurant Announces Closure After Over 20 Years In Monroe: Here's When An Orange County restaurant known for its food, drinks, and loyal community is preparing to close its doors for good after more than two decades in business.  Bourbon Street Bar and Grill in Monroe, located at 78 Millpond Pkwy., will serve its last meal on Friday, July 18, the owners announced Tuesday, July 8. Owners Scott and Sara said the decision was made "with heavy hearts" in a message shared with customers on social media.  Calling it the hardest decision they’ve ever made, the couple thanked their staff and patrons for over 20 years of support, memories, and friendshi…

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