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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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Duo Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Cooking Oil In Connecticut Duo Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Cooking Oil In Connecticut
Duo Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Cooking Oil In Connecticut Two New York men are facing charges after authorities said they stole more than 1,000 gallons of cooking oil in Connecticut and then led police on a pursuit. The owner of Pizza Palace Restaurant in Middlesex County called police at about 9:40 a.m. on Thursday, June 9, to report that he had interrupted the theft of cooking oil at his restaurant, according to the Old Saybrook Police Department. The restaurant is located at 1283 Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook. He gave a description of the Home Depot "Rent Me" box truck that had fled the scene, police said.  He also directed polic…

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Hudson Valley Man Admits To Illegal Dumping Hudson Valley Man Admits To Illegal Dumping
Hudson Valley Man Admits To Illegal Dumping The owner of a New York business has admitted to unlawfully disposing of construction and demolition debris. David Gutierrez, of Ulster County, pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor charge of the unlawful disposal of solid waste in excess of 70 cubic yards on Monday, May 23, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement. DEC said the case began in 2017 when authorities coordinated a task force to target large amounts of illegal construction and demolition debris that was being dumped across the Southern District. Officers executed …

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Say Cheers: Westchester Wine & Food Festival In Full Swing Say Cheers: Westchester Wine & Food Festival In Full Swing
Say Cheers: Westchester Wine & Food Festival In Full Swing Say cheers! The Westchester Wine & Food Festival is in full swing, with crowds of guests flocking to the event to sample local restaurants' food and drinks. The 11th annual festival, held by Westchester Magazine, is taking place through Saturday, June 11. Find the full list of restaurants participating here. More than 1,000 guests attended the festival's "Party on the Pier at Rye Playland" on Wednesday, June 8, representatives announced.  A "bartender shake-off" was held at the event, with Frankie Rodriguez winning the competition. Rodriguez serves cocktails at White Plains eater…

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Former 'Trump Tower City Center' In White Plains Announces Name Change Former 'Trump Tower City Center' In White Plains Announces Name Change
Former 'Trump Tower City Center' In White Plains Announces Name Change The board of a Westchester County residential tower once branded for former President Donald Trump announced that the property's new name has officially taken effect.  The former Trump Tower City Center in White Plains is now named The Tower at City Place, representatives for the property announced on Thursday, June 9. The 35-story property is located at 10 City Place and is comprised of 212 residences. According to the announcement, the rebranding was spearheaded by board member Brian Price and the building's branding committee. “This revitalization was an owner-led effort,” Bo…

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New York Woman Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize New York Woman Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize
New York Woman Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize A Long Island woman has won a $1 million lottery prize. Lynn Powell, of Central Islip, claimed a top prize from the New York Lottery’s Emerald 10’s scratch-off game, the lottery announced on Tuesday, June 7. NY Lottery said Powell received her prize as a single, lump-sum payment of $585,900 after required withholdings. The ticket was purchased at the Valero that is located at 404 Clinton St. in Hempstead, the lottery said.

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Overnight Ramp Closure Planned On LIE In North Hempstead Overnight Ramp Closure Planned On LIE In North Hempstead
Overnight Ramp Closure Planned On LIE In North Hempstead State officials are advising motorists to prepare for an overnight ramp closure on the Long Island Expressway due to bridge maintenance.  The New York State Department of Transportation said the Exit 38 ramp from the eastbound Long Island Expressway (I-495) to the eastbound Northern State Parkway in the Town of North Hempstead will be closed.  The closure will take place from 10 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, until 5 a.m. on Friday, June 10, officials said.  A detour will be available at Exit 39 for Glen Cove Road southbound.

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Peanut Butter Snack Sold At Walgreens Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination Peanut Butter Snack Sold At Walgreens Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
Peanut Butter Snack Sold At Walgreens Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination A peanut butter snack product sold in Walgreens stores is being recalled because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.  F&S Produce Co. is recalling a limited quantity of its Protein Power Snack because it contains a cup of 0.75oz JIF peanut butter which could be contaminated with Salmonella, the company announced on Tuesday, June 7. The recalled products were distributed in Walgreens stores in New York and New Jersey, according to the announcement.  The product is currently past its expiration date, and the last lot of recalled products have a Best By date of 05/28/22, whi…

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Man Pleads Guilty In Suffolk County Crash That Killed Teen Following High-Speed Pursuit Man Pleads Guilty In Suffolk County Crash That Killed Teen Following High-Speed Pursuit
Man Pleads Guilty In Suffolk County Crash That Killed Teen Following High-Speed Pursuit A man has admitted to leading police on a chase in a stolen pickup truck on Long Island and crashing the truck into another vehicle, killing a 19-year-old driver. Robert Hengeveld pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide in the crash that happened on Oct. 19, 2021, causing the death of Starlin Diaz Felipe, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney announced on Wednesday, June 8. Tierney said Hengeveld also pleaded guilty to: First-degree unlawful fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle Fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property Driving while ability impair…

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Peanut Butter Snack Sold At Walgreens Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination Peanut Butter Snack Sold At Walgreens Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
Peanut Butter Snack Sold At Walgreens Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination A peanut butter snack product sold in Walgreens stores is being recalled because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.  F&S Produce Co. is recalling a limited quantity of its Protein Power Snack because it contains a cup of 0.75oz JIF peanut butter which could be contaminated with Salmonella, the company announced on Tuesday, June 7. The recalled products were distributed in Walgreens stores in New York and New Jersey, according to the announcement.  The product is currently past its expiration date, and the last lot of recalled products have a Best By date of 05/28/22, whi…

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Man Who Went Missing After Attending NY Dinner Gala Found Man Who Went Missing After Attending NY Dinner Gala Found
Man Who Went Missing After Attending NY Dinner Gala Found New update: A 71-year-old Long Island man who went missing after attending a dinner gala has been located. Jeff Burns, of Inwood, had last been seen at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7, according to the Nassau County Police Department.  Police announced early Wednesday evening Wednesday, June 8 that he has been found. Original report: Police are asking the public for help locating a 71-year-old Long Island man who went missing after attending a dinner gala. Jeff Burns, of Inwood, was last seen at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan at 8:30 p.m. on Tue…

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