69°

Sunday, may 18

Nicole Valinote

Reporter

nvalinote@dailyvoice.com

FOLLOW ON

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.

Nicole Valinote's Contributions

Lifestyle

New Research Reveals Potential Connection Between Sleep And Weight Loss A new study has found a potential correlation between sleeping habits and weight loss. Researchers studied a group of 80 adults who are overweight and typically sleep less than six and a half hours per night, according to the report published on Monday, Feb. 7, by JAMA Internal Medicine. During the study, the participants who were chosen to sleep for eight and a half hours for two weeks "significantly reduced their daily energy intake by approximately 270 kcal compared with the control group." Researchers reported that based on the findings, "improving and maintaining healthy sleep duratio…

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Lifestyle

This Fairfield County Hotel Rates Among Top 25 In US In New Report A Fairfield County hotel is one of the top 25 in the United States, according to a new ranking from TripAdvisor. The travel website ranked Delamar Southport 22nd in its 2021 list of the top hotels in the country. The luxury hotel is located at 275 Old Post Road in Southport. The hotel features a spa and a restaurant serving farm-to-table dishes. Delamar Southport also has suites that are equipped with a fireplace, kitchen and living room area. The hotel has received 4.5/5 rating from more than 600 reviews on TripAdvisor. Read the full TripAdvisor ranking here.

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Business

Owners Of CT Pizzeria Announce Closure Due To Pandemic-Related Struggles The owners of a Connecticut pizzeria announced that the restaurant will soon permanently close its doors. Harry's Pizza in Hartford County is set to close on Sunday, Feb. 13, according to an announcement on the business' Facebook page that was posted on Wednesday, Feb. 9. It is with the heaviest of hearts that we are reaching out to you today. As you may know, Eric and Crystal took over... Posted by Harry's Pizza Glastonbury on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 The owners who took over the Glastonbury eatery said the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the decision to close. "This p…

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Traffic

Officials Advise Motorists To Expect Lane Closures On Cross County Parkway In Westchester The New York State Department of Transportation has advised motorists to expect lane closures on the Cross County Parkway in Westchester. Officials said the closures are set to take place in the eastbound and westbound lanes between Exit 2 (Yonkers Avenue) and Exit 6 (Bronx River Parkway) in Yonkers from Monday, Feb. 14 through Friday, Feb. 18. The lane closures will take place between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., officials said. Officials said the lanes will be closed in order to facilitate sign work.

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

News

NY Officials Call On Con Ed To Review Billing Practices After 'Extreme' Bill Increases New York lawmakers have called on Con Edison to review its billing practices after a recent surge in energy costs. State officials reported that the cost of natural gas this winter has increased, and some customers have seen their electric and/or natural gas bills more than double. Officials said the increases were caused by a global rise in prices due to higher energy usage this winter, increased demand internationally, and increased economic activity. The New York Public Service Commission sent a letter to Consolidated Edison CEO Timothy Cawley on Friday, Feb. 11, as…

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Schools

Hudson Valley Teacher Earns Presidential Award For Excellence A Hudson Valley mathematics teacher has received a presidential award for excellence in teaching. Lynda Brennan, of Rockland County, has earned the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. Brennan has worked as a teacher at Richard P. Connor Elementary School in Suffern for more than 23 years, according to the announcement. The awards are considered the highest honor bestowed by the United States government recognizing K through 12 science, technology, engineering, mathematics and/or computer science teachers, and 108 teachers are honored each year. …

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Lifestyle

This NY Hotel Ranks No. 1 In US In New Report A New York hotel was ranked the best in the country in a new TripAdvisor report. Mint House at 70 Pine, located in New York City, was ranked first in the travel website's 2021 list of the top 25 hotels in the United States. The hotel is known for its modern design and offers amenities including a golf simulator, and a bowling alley, according to the hotel's website. Mint House has received a 5/5 rating from its 998 reviews on TripAdvisor. Another New York hotel also made the ranking of the top hotels: The Roxbury: Contemporary Catskill Lodging, located in Delaware County, was ranked 17t…

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Police & Fire

Suffolk County Man Charged After Search Warrant Uncovers 'Ghost Guns,' Police Say A 34-year-old Long Island man was charged after police said a search warrant uncovered multiple loaded "ghost guns" in his home. Samuel Schindler, of Central Islip, was arrested on Saturday, Feb. 5, after a search warrant was executed at his home on Tamarack Street, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. Police searched the residence and found two loaded handguns, a 9mm and a 40 caliber, authorities said. The two handguns were what are commonly known as "ghost guns," which are built from a kit and don't have serial numbers or traceable features, SCPD said. Investigators …

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

Police & Fire

Police Search For Man Accused Of Stealing $4K Worth Of Cash, Electronics In Suffolk County Authorities are searching for a man accused of stealing $4,300 worth of cash and electronics from a Long Island kiosk. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers reported that the items and cash were stolen from Cellaxs Phone Repair, located at the Walt Whitman Shops in Huntington Station, at about 10 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 23. Authorities said the man had a "life and death" tattoo on his left forearm. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-220-TIPS.

by Nicole Valinote

02/13/2022

News

NY AG Alerts Residents To Deceptive Sports Betting Companies Ahead Of Super Bowl Attorney General Letitia James advised New Yorkers to be aware of deceptive online sports betting organizations ahead of the Super Bowl. James said since online sports betting became legal in the state last month, many residents have encountered misleading ads online that make claims such as "risk-free bets" or "$1,000 welcome offers." She said these deceptive ads often come with requirements consumers aren't aware of. “I urge all New Yorkers watching the Super Bowl and betting online for the first time to be careful — don’t let scammers game your gamble,” James said. “Before placing a bet…

by Nicole Valinote

02/12/2022

Prev Page 222 of 370 220 221 222 223 224 Next

2,211 - 2,220 of 3,691 articles