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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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Stinging Jellyfish Reported At Multiple Fairfield Beaches, Health Officials Say Stinging Jellyfish Reported At Multiple Fairfield Beaches, Health Officials Say
Stinging Jellyfish Reported At Multiple Fairfield Beaches, Health Officials Say Health officials in Fairfield County issued an alert about stinging jellyfish in the waters at beaches in the area. The Fairfield Health Department issued the alert on the morning of Sunday, July 17. "Please be advised that there are reports of stinging jellyfish in the waters at Jennings and Penfield Beach, but could be possible at other beaches," the department said in a Facebook post. "The presence of jellyfish can vary based currents, wind and tides, please be cautious when swimming." Swimming at the beaches remained open as of the update from the health department. 

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State Agencies Increase Patrols, Surveillance At Long Island Beaches Due To Shark Attacks State Agencies Increase Patrols, Surveillance At Long Island Beaches Due To Shark Attacks
State Agencies Increase Patrols, Surveillance At Long Island Beaches Due To Shark Attacks State officials have ordered heightened patrols and surveillance of shark activity at Long Island State Park beaches amid an increase in sightings and reports of swimmers getting bit.  Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Monday morning, July 18, that she has directed State Parks to increase lifeguard staffing at ocean beaches by 25 percent. Hochul also ordered expanded drone availability at Long Island State Park, Jones Beach State Pakr, Robert Moses State Park, and Hither Hills State Park. "As New Yorkers and visitors alike head to our beautiful Long Island beaches to enjoy the summer, our top…

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Business
Nationwide Recall Issued For Brand Of Blueberries Due To Levels Of Lead Nationwide Recall Issued For Brand Of Blueberries Due To Levels Of Lead
Nationwide Recall Issued For Brand Of Blueberries Due To Levels Of Lead A company has issued an urgent recall of blueberries sold in the United States due to the potential presence of lead levels above the FDA's recommended limits.  BrandStorm Inc. announced the recall of two lots of its Natierra Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberry pouches on Thursday, July 14. The company said the pouches were distributed in the US through retail and online stores.  As of the announcement, the company said it hadn't received any reports of adverse reactions linked to the recalled blueberries. The recall includes the following products: Lot 2021363-1, Best By Date…

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Obituaries
Hudson Valley Man Who Worked Throughout Nation In Hospitality Industry Dies At 51 Hudson Valley Man Who Worked Throughout Nation In Hospitality Industry Dies At 51
Hudson Valley Man Who Worked Throughout Nation In Hospitality Industry Dies At 51 A Hudson Valley resident who worked in the hospitality industry in different states across the nation has died at the age of 51. Jason Antonelli died from an "unexpected cardiac event" in Newburgh on Wednesday, July 6, according to his obituary. Antonelli, who was known in his early years as Jason Reichgut, grew up in Hyde Park and graduated from Roosevelt High School, where he was a member of the varsity crew and varsity soccer teams. He graduated from SUNY Oneonta and went on to work in the hospitality industry. According to his obituary, his career took him across the country. "H…

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Police & Fire
19-Year-Old Woman, Three Dogs Rescued From Islip Terrace House Fire 19-Year-Old Woman, Three Dogs Rescued From Islip Terrace House Fire
19-Year-Old Woman, Three Dogs Rescued From Islip Terrace House Fire Firefighters rescued a 19-year-old woman and three dogs from a burning house on Long Island. Multiple fire departments responded to the fire that broke out at a home on Cleveland Street in Islip Terrace on the morning of Sunday, July 17, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. Police said off-duty SCPD officer Jared Gunst, who is a first assistant chief with the Islip Fire Department, responded to the home at about 11 a.m. and was informed that there was a woman and three dogs inside. When he entered the home, the woman called 911 and reported that she was trapped in the basemen…

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25-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Firearm At Customers At CT Family Dollar 25-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Firearm At Customers At CT Family Dollar
25-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Firearm At Customers At CT Family Dollar A 25-year-old man is facing charges after authorities said he pointed a firearm at customers at a Connecticut store. Officers responded to Family Dollar in Hamden, located at 1245 Dixwell Ave., at about 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, July 16, after receiving a report that an individual had pointed a firearm at customers in front of the store, according to the Hamden Police Department. A witness told authorities that the suspect was upset that two women didn't thank him for holding the door open for them, police reported.  Authorities said officers located the suspect, identified as …

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Woman Accused Of Striking, Dragging CT Trooper With Car While Fleeing Police Woman Accused Of Striking, Dragging CT Trooper With Car While Fleeing Police
Woman Accused Of Striking, Dragging CT Trooper With Car While Fleeing Police A 26-year-old woman was charged after police said she struck a Connecticut State Police trooper and a patrol vehicle with her car while fleeing from police.  Troopers in Tolland County responded to a report of a disturbance at a home on Cindy Road in Ellington at about 4:20 a.m. on Sunday, July 17, according to Connecticut State Police. Police said Veronica Allen, of New Britain, had allegedly smashed windows of several vehicles in the driveway using a tire iron. Authorities said Allen didn't comply with orders from troopers and fled the scene in a Honda Civic. While she was driving …

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Reports Of Mountain Lion Sighting Prompt NY DEC Investigation Reports Of Mountain Lion Sighting Prompt NY DEC Investigation
Reports Of Mountain Lion Sighting Prompt NY DEC Investigation New York State officials shared the results of an investigation prompted by reports that a mountain lion was caught on a trail camera in the region. In an announcement on Thursday, July 14, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said it received a number of calls to investigate after a trail camera in Western New York showed what was believed to be a mountain lion. The DEC said its environmental conservation officers and wildlife staff worked with the homeowner to place a cutout of an average-sized mountain lion in the same location. Officials shared photos from the in…

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'Hollywood On The Hudson': Shows Filmed In Westchester County Score 70 Emmy Nominations 'Hollywood On The Hudson': Shows Filmed In Westchester County Score 70 Emmy Nominations
'Hollywood On The Hudson': Shows Filmed In Westchester County Score 70 Emmy Nominations Several television shows that were filmed in Westchester County scored Emmy Award nominations earlier this week. On Tuesday, July 12, six shows filmed in the county received a total of 70 award nominations across a variety of categories, according to an announcement from the county. The Emmy Awards show is set to take place on Monday, Sept. 12. “Whether for comedy series or family dramas, period pieces or murder mysteries, Westchester locations are second to none," County Executive George Latimer said. "The Emmy nominations shine the spotlight on the diverse backdrops and film-friendly com…

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Business
Sonic Drive-In To Hold Grand Opening For New Danbury Eatery Sonic Drive-In To Hold Grand Opening For New Danbury Eatery
Sonic Drive-In To Hold Grand Opening For New Danbury Eatery Sonic Drive-In has announced plans to open a new location in Fairfield County in the coming days. The new restaurant in Danbury will begin serving customers on Thursday, July 21, according to an announcement from representatives.  The restaurant is located at 172 White St., and it will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. On the opening day, the Danbury location will offer free corn dogs to all guests while supplies last, representatives said.  The eatery will offer a drive-thru and walk-up counter service. “We’re so excited to open this new SONIC location as we introduce our …

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