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Nicole Valinote graduated from Syracuse University with a bachelor's degree in Newspaper & Online Journalism in 2019. She has written stories for a number of publications, including Syracuse.com, The Record-Review and KTTC.com.

She previously worked as the social media and digital content manager at KTTC News, the NBC affiliate in Rochester, Minnesota. She joined the Daily Voice team in July of 2021.

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'Laverne & Shirley' Actor, New England Native Eddie Mekka Dies At Age 69 'Laverne & Shirley' Actor, New England Native Eddie Mekka Dies At Age 69
'Laverne & Shirley' Actor, New England Native Eddie Mekka Dies At Age 69 New England native Eddie Mekka, an actor known for playing Carmine Ragusa in the TV sitcom "Laverne & Shirley," has died at the age of 69. Mekka's friend, Pat Benti, shared the news on Facebook, saying Mekka died peacefully in his California home on Saturday, Nov. 27. R.I.P. Big Ragu: It is with deep regret that we share with you the passing of our beloved Eddie Mekka . Eddie passed... Posted by Pat Benti on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 He was born in Worcester, Massachusetts. Mekka's cause of death was not shared in the post. Michael McKean, who also acted on "Laverne & Shirl…

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Unlikely Porch Pirate Steals Package In Fairfield County Unlikely Porch Pirate Steals Package In Fairfield County
Unlikely Porch Pirate Steals Package In Fairfield County After a Connecticut woman didn't receive the package she ordered, she did some digging and discovered an unlikely culprit in Fairfield County. NBC Connecticut reported that Betsy Lockhart of the Town of Fairfield was looking forward to receiving a pair of hoop earrings she had ordered.  After she was notified that the package had arrived, she was unable to find it outside of her door, the news outlet reported. When she checked the security footage, she saw that a possum was the thief.  She told NBC Connecticut that her husband went out searching for the sneaky possum, but t…

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Massachusetts Man, Woman Admit To Fentanyl, Heroin, Cocaine Conspiracy Massachusetts Man, Woman Admit To Fentanyl, Heroin, Cocaine Conspiracy
Massachusetts Man, Woman Admit To Fentanyl, Heroin, Cocaine Conspiracy A Massachusetts man and woman have pleaded guilty to charges related to their roles in a fentanyl, heroin, crack and cocaine trafficking conspiracy. Worcester County residents Ricky Figueroa, age 31, and 29-year-old Monica Troche, both of Fitchburg, entered the pleas in federal court on Tuesday, Nov. 30, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts. Figueroa and Troche pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute one kilogram or more of heroin, 400 grams or more of fentanyl, 280 grams or more of coca…

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Business
Brand-New Long Island Restaurant Offers Unique Flavors, Fun Atmosphere Brand-New Long Island Restaurant Offers Unique Flavors, Fun Atmosphere
Brand-New Long Island Restaurant Offers Unique Flavors, Fun Atmosphere The owner of a brand-new Long Island restaurant has shared his plan to serve up unique and delicious dishes in a welcoming, brightly-colored environment.  Zest opened in Suffolk County on Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 298 West Main St. in Bay Shore. Chef Michael Liebman, the owner, said since the eatery opened not long before Thanksgiving, business was slow at first, but things have picked up.  “Everybody seems to be leaving happy," he said. Liebman said he would classify the restaurant's menu as new American food, similar to a gastropub without the emphasis on alcohol. He said the goal is to tak…

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Police & Fire
Man Accused Of Robbing Long Island Gas Station Man Accused Of Robbing Long Island Gas Station
Man Accused Of Robbing Long Island Gas Station A man was arrested and accused of robbing a Long Island gas station.  The Suffolk County Police Department reported that 56-year-old Mustafa Demirezen, of Lynbrook, was charged with first-degree robbery in the incident on Wednesday, Dec. 1. SCPD said Demirezen entered Valero, located at 10 Long Island Ave. in Wyandanch, at about 1 a.m. and ordered the clerk to give him cash. When the clerk refused, Demirezen went behind the counter, grabbed a knife and fought the clerk, police said. The clerk called 911, and Demirezen left without the cash, SCPD reported.  Police…

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Know Her? CT State Police Ask Public's Help Identifying Bank Fraud Suspect Know Her? CT State Police Ask Public's Help Identifying Bank Fraud Suspect
Know Her? CT State Police Ask Public's Help Identifying Bank Fraud Suspect Police have asked the public for help identifying a woman accused of cashing checks that belonged to several victims of recent car break-ins in Connecticut.  The woman cashed checks in the Windham County Town of Killingly and the Mossup area, police reported.  Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Trooper Blanchette #349 at (860)779-4900, Ext# 2011, or email Wilfred.Blanchetteiv@ct.gov.  Tipsters are asked to reference case number 2100475677.

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COVID-19: New Long Island Vaccine Pop-Up Sites Open COVID-19: New Long Island Vaccine Pop-Up Sites Open
Covid-19: New Long Island Vaccine Pop-Up Sites Open New York state officials have announced a series of COVID-19 vaccination pop-up sites at a site on Long Island. Gov. Kathy Hochul made the announcement on Wednesday, Dec. 1, saying the sites are part of the state's #VaxtoSchool campaign to increase vaccination among school-aged children.  The four pop-up sites will provide vaccines for those ages 12 and older, and they will all be held at the New Hyde Park Fire Department, located at 15555 Jericho Turnpike in New Hyde Park. The pop-up sites will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for four straight days: Wednesday, Dec. 1 th…

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COVID-19: WHO Issues Travel Advisory Due To Omicron Variant COVID-19: WHO Issues Travel Advisory Due To Omicron Variant
Covid-19: WHO Issues Travel Advisory Due To Omicron Variant The World Health Organization has just given new guidelines for its travel recommendations amid the spread of the Omicron variant. The agency shared the update on the new COVID-19 variant of concern on Tuesday, Nov. 30, providing guidance on how to mitigate the risks while scientists research the variant. Related story - COVID-19: First Case Of New Omicron Variant Identified In United States The WHO advised countries to use an "evidence-informed and risk-based approach" when implementing new travel measures and advised against blanket travel bans.  "Blanket travel bans …

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Company Recalls Sliced Bread Products Company Recalls Sliced Bread Products
Company Recalls Sliced Bread Products A company has recalled some of its sliced bread products because they contain an undeclared allergen. Calise & Sons Bakery, Inc. reported that its Italian Scala Bread products produced on Nov. 23 contain sesame seeds, and they were packaged in a bag that says "Golden Flax Seed Scala Bread." The sesame seeds were not declared on the packaging.  The company said 689 of the products were distributed to markets in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.  The recalled products have a white plastic clip closure with a sell-by date of Dec. 6 and a Julian date of…

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Business
Table Tennis Facility Opens In Fairfield County Table Tennis Facility Opens In Fairfield County
Table Tennis Facility Opens In Fairfield County A new 6,000-square-foot table tennis facility is now in business in Fairfield County. CRUSH Table Tennis opened at 255 Field Point Road in downtown Greenwich, representatives announced. The two-story facility opened this past year on a limited basis due to COVID-19 guidelines, and it is currently open Mondays through Fridays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and weekends from noon to 9 p.m. It has eight tables and professional coaches who offer group and individual training.  “People are becoming much more comfortable now in social settings and are looking for recreational activities,” Mich…

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