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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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NY Teacher Charged With Raping Student, Police Say NY Teacher Charged With Raping Student, Police Say
NY Teacher Charged With Raping Student, Police Say A New York teacher has been arrested and accused of raping a 15-year-old student in 2013.  Long Island resident Timothy Harrison, age 46, of Oak Beach, was arrested on Thursday, March 3, and charged with two counts of third-degree rape and one count of third-degree criminal sexual act, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. Harrison was arrested during a traffic stop at about 7:40 a.m. on the Robert Moses Causeway at Route 27A in West Islip, police said.  Administrators from the Babylon Union Free School District contacted police in October 2021 about allegations…

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Business
Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe
Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe Restaurant chain Friendly's has launched its first fast-casual cafe.  The company announced that it has opened its first "Friendly's Cafe" in Hampden County, Massachusetts.  The eatery is located at 291 East Main St. in Westfield. It opened on Saturday, Feb. 26, representatives said.  The 2,700 square-foot location seats 45 guests. Guests can either order directly at the counter or use a QR code at the table to have food delivered, Friendly's said.  Orders can also be placed online and either delivered or picked up at designated "to-go" areas. "Friendly's Cafe de…

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CT Woman Driving Wrong Way On Busy Roadway Nabbed For DUI, State Police Say CT Woman Driving Wrong Way On Busy Roadway Nabbed For DUI, State Police Say
CT Woman Driving Wrong Way On Busy Roadway Nabbed For DUI, State Police Say A 36-year-old woman was charged after police said she drove the wrong way on a Connecticut highway while intoxicated. She was arrested in New Haven County at about 12:40 a.m. on Thursday, March 3, according to Connecticut State Police. Hartford County resident Natalia Moreno, of Manchester, was seen driving the wrong way on Route 15 in North Haven, traveling south in the northbound lanes, state police reported. Police pulled Moreno over and administered standardized field sobriety tests, which she failed, authorities said. Moreno was charged with illegal operation of a motor vehicle under…

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Business
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open New Location In Hudson Valley Popular Restaurant Chain To Open New Location In Hudson Valley
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open New Location In Hudson Valley A popular seafood restaurant chain is preparing to open a new location in the Hudson Valley. Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar has announced plans for a new location in Orange County. The new restaurant will be in Middletown at 8 Orange Plaza Lane, which was formerly occupied by a Chuck E Cheese. The eateries offer a variety of dishes, including oysters from the raw bar, clam chowder, and seafood boils, where guests can create their own combinations. Read the full menu here. The restaurant chain hasn't yet shared when the new location is set to open.  Related - New …

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Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Hudson Valley Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Hudson Valley
Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Hudson Valley A restaurant chain that specializes in burritos has opened a brand-new location in the Hudson Valley.Bubbakoo's Burritos hosted the grand opening of its new Rockland County location on Thursday, Feb. 10. The eatery is located at 22 North Main St. in New City.  The chain opened its first location in 2008 in New Jersey, and now operates dozens of locations across 10 states, according to representatives. Guests can build their own burritos, bowls, tacos, and nachos. The restaurants also offer a variety of sides, including tater tots and curly fries. Learn more about the menu h…

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Vehicle Reported Stolen In Stratford Located Off Roadway Vehicle Reported Stolen In Stratford Located Off Roadway
Vehicle Reported Stolen In Stratford Located Off Roadway A vehicle reported stolen in Fairfield County was found abandoned off a roadway. The Seymour Police Department in New Haven County received a report about a vehicle near the waterfall off Rimmon Road and Clinton Road at about 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 2, police said. Authorities responded and found the unoccupied vehicle, which seemed to have been abandoned for a while, police said. Police searched the area and determined that the driver and possible occupants had left the scene.  Investigators later determined that the vehicle had been reported stolen out of Stratford, poli…

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Business
Connecticut 'Hot Chicken' Restaurant To Expand To Second Location Connecticut 'Hot Chicken' Restaurant To Expand To Second Location
Connecticut 'Hot Chicken' Restaurant To Expand To Second Location A Connecticut restaurant that specializes in crispy, spicy chicken dishes is preparing to open a second location. The owners of Haven Hot Chicken, located in New Haven, are preparing to add a second location in Orange. The new, 1,400-square-foot restaurant will be located at 550 Boston Post Road, representatives said. The Orange location will have the same menu as the New Haven location, offering signature chicken dishes, which include sandwiches, tenders, nuggets, and more. Guests also can choose the level of spice they want for their chicken orders.   The restaurant also serv…

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Business
Brand-New Bakery Open For Business In Huntington Brand-New Bakery Open For Business In Huntington
Brand-New Bakery Open For Business In Huntington Here's some sweet news. A brand-new bakery is serving up a wide selection of desserts and pastries on Long Island. Cream Bakery & Cafe opened its doors in Suffolk County on Thursday, Feb. 10. The new bakery is located at 260 Main St. in Huntington. According to owner Georgio Hambartsoumian, the business has already begun to see many repeat customers. He said the bakery offers many desserts and pastries, including 20 different kinds of mini cakes, custom cakes, cookies, and donut cakes. He said his mother's honey cakes, an Armenian recipe, have also been popular am…

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News
NY Officials Announce Actions Taken To Strengthen Enforcement Of Sanctions Against Russia NY Officials Announce Actions Taken To Strengthen Enforcement Of Sanctions Against Russia
NY Officials Announce Actions Taken To Strengthen Enforcement Of Sanctions Against Russia New York State officials have announced actions they are taking to strengthen the enforcement of sanctions against Russia. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday, March 2, that the measures are an effort to support the Department of Financial Services' enforcement of the sanctions. "Like millions across the globe, New Yorkers are watching the situation in Ukraine with fear and outrage, and in response we are taking further action," Hochul said. "We stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Ukraine and will continue to do our part to enforce U.S. sanctions against Russia in response to…

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Woman Hospitalized After Vehicle Strikes Garbage Truck In Brentwood Woman Hospitalized After Vehicle Strikes Garbage Truck In Brentwood
Woman Hospitalized After Vehicle Strikes Garbage Truck In Brentwood A woman was hospitalized with serious injuries after a vehicle struck a garbage truck on Long Island. The crash happened in Brentwood at about 4:50 a.m. on Wednesday, March 2, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. SCPD said a 2018 Mercedes was westbound on Suffolk Avenue when the vehicle struck the rear of a westbound garbage truck in the 900 block of Suffolk Ave. The woman who was hospitalized was a passenger in the Mercedes, and she has not yet been identified, police said. The 51-year-old Lake Grove woman who was the driver of the Mercedes, the 32-year-old Holbrook ma…

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