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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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CT Business Owner Ordered To Pay $310K For Employing 'Excluded' Person, Feds Say CT Business Owner Ordered To Pay $310K For Employing 'Excluded' Person, Feds Say
CT Business Owner Ordered To Pay $310K For Employing 'Excluded' Person, Feds Say A Connecticut psychiatry business and its owner have been ordered to pay more than $310,000 to resolve allegations that they improperly employed an individual who was excluded from federal health care programs. Geriatric & Adult Psychiatry, LLC and its owner Dr. Alan Siegal entered into the civil settlement agreement with federal and state governments, according to an announcement on Wednesday, Feb. 23, from Leonard Boyle, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut. The Hamden business and Siegal were ordered to pay a total of $310,874, the US Attorney's Office announce…

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Man Admits In NY To Laundering Millions From Fraud Schemes Targeting Victims Across US Man Admits In NY To Laundering Millions From Fraud Schemes Targeting Victims Across US
Man Admits In NY To Laundering Millions From Fraud Schemes Targeting Victims Across US A 36-year-old man has pleaded guilty in New York to a charge related to a money-laundering scheme involving the theft of tens of millions of dollars. Fred Asante, of Virginia, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Feb. 16, to conspiracy to commit money laundering, according to Damian Williams, the United States attorney for the Southern District of New York. He was arrested on Feb. 17, 2021, Williams reported. “Fred Asante admitted today to laundering money from victims of various fraud schemes, including cruel scams targeting elderly online daters searching for companionship," Williams said. …

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Lifestyle
Brand-New Suffolk County Restaurant Blends American, French Cuisine Brand-New Suffolk County Restaurant Blends American, French Cuisine
Brand-New Suffolk County Restaurant Blends American, French Cuisine A brand-new Long Island restaurant is offering a menu that blends American and French cuisine.  Réserve Restaurant held its official grand opening on Friday, Feb. 18, and Saturday, Feb. 19. Located at 326 West Jericho Turnpike in Huntington, the restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, including brie and fig pizza, New York strip steak, and chaleureux gnocchi, which is made with lobster. Find the full menu here. The eatery also offers brunch on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., serving meals such as avocado toast, quiche lorraine, and eggs benedict made with smoked salmon. Online r…

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Four NYC Men Indicted For Shooting Outside Hudson Valley Home Four NYC Men Indicted For Shooting Outside Hudson Valley Home
Four NYC Men Indicted For Shooting Outside Hudson Valley Home Four men have been indicted after shots were fired at a home in the Hudson Valley. Armani Millier, Garron White, Ivor Minott, and Daquan Young, all of Brooklyn, were indicted on charges stemming from the January incident outside a Rockland home on Turnberry Court. in New City. The four men, whose ages were not released, opened fire on the single-family home on the afternoon of Saturday, Jan. 29, according to an announcement from Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh. Several occupants of the residence were home at the time, but no one was injured during the shooting, the DA's Offi…

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Lifestyle
New Suffolk County Restaurant Praised For 'Tasty' Cheesesteaks New Suffolk County Restaurant Praised For 'Tasty' Cheesesteaks
New Suffolk County Restaurant Praised For 'Tasty' Cheesesteaks A new Long Island restaurant is seeing praise from online reviewers for its quality cheesesteaks. Pete's Famous Cheesesteaks is located at 339 New York Ave. in Huntington. The eatery offers a variety of different cheesesteaks, with flavors such as "veggie," "pizza" and "hoagie" steaks.  The restaurant offers sandwiches made with beef, chicken, or vegetables. The menu also includes bacon-wrapped hotdogs, made with a variety of toppings that range from melted cheese to guacamole. "Very large and tasty cheese steak," Ralph C., of Massapequa, said in a Yelp review. "One of the best you'…

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Business
Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Hudson Valley Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Hudson Valley
Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Hudson Valley A Hudson Valley boutique is set to close its doors after more than 20 years in business. Karen Clark Adin, the owner of the Ulster County gift shop Bop to Tottom, announced that the business will close on Saturday, March 26. "I have been so lucky to do what I love for 22 years," Adin said in the announcement on Sunday, Feb. 20. "From the moment I stepped foot in this neighborhood I loved this community for its vibrancy, and I thank everyone for their support of my shop through the years. Now, I'm excited to focus on prioritizing myself in this next, new phase of my life - in retirement!" T…

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Police & Fire
Nassau County Police Searching For Missing 15-Year-Old Girl Nassau County Police Searching For Missing 15-Year-Old Girl
Nassau County Police Searching For Missing 15-Year-Old Girl Police on Long Island have asked the public for help locating a missing 15-year-old girl. Tianna Ravenell was last seen in Hempstead at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23, according to the Nassau County Police Department. She was reported missing at 1:15 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 24, NCPD said. Tianna is described as being 5-foot-7 and 175 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, police said. She may be wearing white sneakers and black spandex pants. Authorities asked anyone with information about Tianna's whereabouts to call police at 516-573-7347 or 911. Share this story by clicking…

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Schools
CT Community Colleges To Raise Tuition For 2022-23 Academic Year CT Community Colleges To Raise Tuition For 2022-23 Academic Year
CT Community Colleges To Raise Tuition For 2022-23 Academic Year Connecticut's 12 community colleges are set to increase tuition for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Board of Regents for Higher Education voted to increase tuition and fees by $224 per year, or $112 per semester for full-time students who pay out of pocket, according to an announcement from Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. “None of us ever want to raise tuition,” CSCU President Terrence Cheng said. “However, I want to note that this does not mean that everyone’s bill will increase. For many, there will be no increase at all. Students who are eligible for the PACT program, …

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Police & Fire
Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing CT Man Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing CT Man
Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing CT Man Police in Connecticut have asked the public for help locating a missing 62-year-old man. Sacir Kadri left his home at about 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23, and has not been seen since, according an alert from the Bristol Police Department on Thursday, Feb. 24. Police said Kadri drove away from the residence in a tan 2005 Mercedes Benz model ML350. He is described as being 5-foot-6 and 160 pounds, with dark hair, authorities reported.  Kadri may be wearing a black leather jacket and blue jeans, police said. Authorities asked anyone who has seen Kadri or the car he was driving to c…

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Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From Hudson Valley Found Safe, Police Say Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From Hudson Valley Found Safe, Police Say
Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From Hudson Valley Found Safe, Police Say Update: A 14-year-old girl who was reported missing in the Hudson Valley has been found safe. Makenna Walsh, of Ulster County, was located on Friday, Feb. 25, the Saugerties Police Department said. She was reported missing by her parents on Wednesday, Feb. 23, police previously reported. Original report: Police are searching for a missing 14-year-old girl from the Hudson Valley. Makenna Walsh was reported missing by her parents on Wednesday, Feb. 23, according to the Saugerties Police Department. Police said Makenna was last on Wednesday by neighbors in the Ulster County town of S…

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