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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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Lifestyle
New Luxury Condominiums Open In Westchester County New Luxury Condominiums Open In Westchester County
New Luxury Condominiums Open In Westchester County A newly opened luxury condominium building in Westchester County is now available for tours.  On Thursday, Oct. 20, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the new building, located in Bronxville at 100 Pondfield Road.  The building features 11 two-bedroom and three-bedroom residences with "expansive open layouts, premium finishes, and an array of fantastic shops and services right outside the door," according to developers.  The residences each have tall ceilings, oversized windows, and open kitchens, and come furnished with "upscale stainless steel appliances," developers s…

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Traffic
Lane To Close On Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester County Lane To Close On Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester County
Lane To Close On Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester County Motorists will need to look out for an upcoming lane closure on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County.  On Tuesday, Oct. 25, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., one lane will close along the Hutchinson River Parkway southbound between Exit 14 (State Route 127) in Harrison and Exit 13 (Mamaroneck Avenue) in Scarsdale, New York Department of Transportation officials said.  The closure is to allow for construction activities if the weather is ideal, officials said.  Commuters are asked to slow down and drive responsibly in the work zone, or face doubled fine…

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Police & Fire
New Details: ID Released Of 41-Year-Old Pulled From River In Westchester County New Details: ID Released Of 41-Year-Old Pulled From River In Westchester County
New Details: ID Released Of 41-Year-Old Pulled From River In Westchester County The identity of a 41-year-old man pulled from a river in Westchester County has been released by police.  Earlier Report - Body Of 41-Year-Old Pulled From River In Yonkers The man is identified as William Tunley of Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police.  Tunley's body was found in the Saw Mill River at the Chicken Island Daylighting Park on Sunday, Oct. 23, authorities said.  Yonkers Police said that they did not suspect there was foul play involved, but that detectives were investigating "the exact cause and nature of the incident."  It is not yet clear how …

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Obituaries
'He Was A Hero': CT 23-Year-Old Dies After Brave Battle With Rare Skin Disorder 'He Was A Hero': CT 23-Year-Old Dies After Brave Battle With Rare Skin Disorder
'He Was A Hero': CT 23-Year-Old Dies After Brave Battle With Rare Skin Disorder A beloved man from Connecticut who spread joy and humor despite his struggle with a rare skin disorder died on Thursday, Oct. 20.  Tolland County resident Jonathan Gionfriddo, of the town of Stafford, died at the age of 23, according to his obituary.  Although he was born with Epidermolysis Bullosa, a rare skin disorder, Gionfriddo never let it define him, and he would often be a source of happiness and inspiration for many, according to his obituary.  "Although he lived a life of pain, he put on a smile daily and used his humor to brighten everyone's days," his obituar…

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Business
Recall Issued Issued For Several Shampoo Products Due To Possible Cancer-Causing Agents Recall Issued Issued For Several Shampoo Products Due To Possible Cancer-Causing Agents
Recall Issued Issued For Several Shampoo Products Due To Possible Cancer-Causing Agents Several shampoo products are being recalled due to the presence of possible cancer-causing agents.  The US Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of select dry shampoo aerosol products produced prior to October 2021 by Dove, Nexxus, Suave, TIGI (Rockaholic and Bed Head), and TRESemmé due to "potentially elevated levels of benzene," FDA officials said.  The recall was issued by Unilever on Tuesday, Oct. 18, the company that owns the brands of the recalled products.  A complete list of recalled products is available here. Benzene is classified as a carcino…

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Obituaries
Former School Board President From Northern Westchester Dies Former School Board President From Northern Westchester Dies
Former School Board President From Northern Westchester Dies A Northern Westchester woman passionate about volunteering for her community died on Saturday, Oct. 22.  Gail Wittkin Sasso of Croton-on-Hudson died at the age of 75, according to her obituary. Raised on Long Island, in Roslyn Heights, Sasso was heavily involved in her village, serving as a past president of the Croton Harmon Board of Education and a member of the Croton on Hudson Water Control Commission, her obituary said.  Sasso also co-founded the local chapter of CCoHope INDIVISIBLE, a political group.  In addition to her volunteering, Sasso was al…

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Business
New Westchester BJ's Club Announces Opening Date New Westchester BJ's Club Announces Opening Date
New Westchester BJ's Club Announces Opening Date Updated story - A Look Inside Brand-New BJ's Club In Greenburgh A new BJ's Club set to open in Westchester County has announced its opening date. Earlier Report - New BJ's Club On Route 119 In Greenburgh To Open Soon The new club, located in Greenburgh at 399 Tarrytown Rd. (Route 119), will open on Friday, Oct. 28, BJ's officials announced. The store will sell items such as fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, household essentials, pet supplies, seasonal items, home décor, clothes, toys, technology, and more, BJ's officials said. "Our team can’t wait to open our doors o…

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News
Park Somewhere Else: Limited Access To Public Playground In Port Chester Until Further Notice Park Somewhere Else: Limited Access To Public Playground In Port Chester Until Further Notice
Park Somewhere Else: Limited Access To Public Playground In Port Chester Until Further Notice A popular playground in Westchester County will soon have limited access due to construction work.  On Monday, Oct. 24, the parking lot for Abendroth Park in Port Chester will begin to be paved, which could limit or completely block access, according to town officials.  Any visitors will have to park on surrounding streets until further notice in order to visit the park, which features a playground, pavilion area, dog park, and athletic field, officials said.  Officials said the paving work should not take long, as the town's Department of Public Works has already prepared t…

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Business
Brand-New Eatery Open For Business In Westchester Brand-New Eatery Open For Business In Westchester
Brand-New Eatery Open For Business In Westchester A new eatery has opened for business in Westchester County.  Bagel Girl in North White Plains, located at 731 North Broadway, is now serving patrons.  The menu includes a variety of bagels, house-made spreads, and other baked items including muffins, croissants, and English muffins, according to the eatery's website.  The shop also sells breakfast sandwiches to-go, salads, yogurt, coffee, and tea.  Owner Lauren Bucci, who grew up in White Plains, said on the shop's website that starting Bagel Girl was her dream and that the pandemic gave her an opportunity to fulf…

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Police & Fire
Police Hold Active Shooter Training At Elementary School In Northern Westchester Police Hold Active Shooter Training At Elementary School In Northern Westchester
Police Hold Active Shooter Training At Elementary School In Northern Westchester A training exercise was held at an elementary school in Northern Westchester to prepare police and first responders for active shooter incidents.  The training was held on Wednesday night, Oct. 19, at the Mount Kisco Elementary School at 47 West Hyatt Ave., according to Westchester County Police.  At the school, drills were held that focused on protocols and procedures that should be used by first responders during a mass shooting, police said.  Part of this also includes separating into "rescue task forces," so that teams of police, firefighters, and emergency res…

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