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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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Here's Why NYers May Be Surprised By New Rankings Of Nation's Best Pizzerias Here's Why NYers May Be Surprised By New Rankings Of Nation's Best Pizzerias
Here's Why NYers May Be Surprised By New Rankings Of Nation's Best Pizzerias New Yorkers may be surprised by just-released rankings of the best pizzerias in the United States, as several New England pizzerias outranked New York City's pizza joints, which are known for their thin-crust pies. KOA.com, a website that shares information for camping trips and RVing, created a new list of the 20 best pizzerias in the US. The top four pizza joints on the list are located in New England: with the top pizza joint located in Portland, Maine. New York City's Rubirosa is ranked fifth on the list, followed by Una Pizza Napoletana, another New York City eatery, at sixth. Joe's …

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Police & Fire
Hero Dog Leads Police To Two People Ejected From Pickup Truck In New England Crash Hero Dog Leads Police To Two People Ejected From Pickup Truck In New England Crash
Hero Dog Leads Police To Two People Ejected From Pickup Truck In New England Crash A dog named Tinsley saved the day after leading police to the scene of a New England crash that seriously injured her owner and another man. New Hampshire State Police reported that at about 10 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 3, a trooper responded to a report of a loose dog on the Veteran’s Memorial Bridge located on Interstate 89 at the border of New Hampshire and Vermont in Lebanon. On January 3, 2022 at approximately 10 PM, Trooper Sandberg of #NHSP #TroopD responded to a report of a loose canine on... Posted by New Hampshire State Police on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 The trooper, along with Le…

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Lifestyle
Popular Long Island Pizzeria Stands Out For Food As Well As Family Feel Popular Long Island Pizzeria Stands Out For Food As Well As Family Feel
Popular Long Island Pizzeria Stands Out For Food As Well As Family Feel A Long Island pizzeria is being cited by online reviewers for its quality pizza and welcoming environment.  Don Jono's Pizzeria is located in Smithtown at 975 West Jericho Turnpike. The pizzeria offers a variety of specialty pies, such as chicken marsala pizza, eggplant ricotta pizza, and buffalo chicken pizza. Online reviewers have praised the eatery's welcoming atmosphere and service.  "The food speaks for itself (which is 5 stars on its own) but I'm writing this review about the people behind the counter," Justine C., of Smithtown, said in a Yelp review. "Every time I go…

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News
Man Claims $5.5 Million In Two Separate NY Lottery Prizes Man Claims $5.5 Million In Two Separate NY Lottery Prizes
Man Claims $5.5 Million In Two Separate NY Lottery Prizes A New York man has claimed two winning lottery prizes worth a total of $5.5 million. Ronald Whitaker, of the Bronx, turned in two of the three jackpot-winning tickets sold for a drawing that was held on Wednesday, Nov. 24, according to an announcement from the New York Lottery on Tuesday, Jan. 4. The tickets were each worth more than $2.7 million. "I can't describe the feeling," Whitaker told NY Lottery. He received his prizes in two separate lump-sum payments totaling $2,565,192 after required withholdings, the lottery said.  Both tickets were purchased at Lucky Choice Co…

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News
1.1M Accounts Compromised In Cyberattacks Of 17 Companies, NY AG Investigation Finds 1.1M Accounts Compromised In Cyberattacks Of 17 Companies, NY AG Investigation Finds
1.1M Accounts Compromised In Cyberattacks Of 17 Companies, NY AG Investigation Finds An investigation by the New York Attorney General's Office found that more than 1.1 million accounts were compromised in cyberattacks of 17 companies. Attorney General Letitia James said in an announcement on Wednesday, Jan. 5, that the "Credential Stuffing Attacks" involve repeated, automated attempts to access accounts by using information stolen from other websites. James said often people reuse the same passwords on different sites, which allows cybercriminals to use stolen passwords on other websites.  “Right now, there are more than 15 billion stolen credentials being circu…

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Police & Fire
Springfield Man With Invalid Temporary Plate Nabbed For Illegal Firearm Possession, Police Say Springfield Man With Invalid Temporary Plate Nabbed For Illegal Firearm Possession, Police Say
Springfield Man With Invalid Temporary Plate Nabbed For Illegal Firearm Possession, Police Say A man is facing charges after police said a traffic stop led to the discovery of a firearm and ammunition in Western Massachusetts. Troopers were patrolling Route 91 in Springfield at about midnight on Thursday, Dec. 23, when they saw a black BMW sedan near Exit 8 with a Vermont paper temporary license plate that wasn't valid, according to Massachusetts State Police. The troopers pulled the BMW over after exiting Route 91 and turning onto Noble Street, police said. The driver, identified as 32-year-old Fatiah Garland, of Springfield, exited the BMW because it was going to be towed fro…

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Lifestyle
Nassau County Restaurant Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Options Nassau County Restaurant Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Options
Nassau County Restaurant Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Options A Japanese restaurant on Long Island has been lauded for its quality sushi and sashimi dishes and its use of fresh ingredients.  Torigo Japanese Restaurant is located at 196 Jericho Turnpike in Nassau County's Floral Park. Owners recommended guests order the popular dishes such as Katsu-don, Katsu-Curry or Tonkotsu Ramen for lunch. They also noted that the eatery's bento boxes are a favorite among customers for dinner. The restaurant's menu features a wide variety of special rolls, including the "Las Vegas Heat Roll," which is a fried California roll topped with jalapeños  …

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News
Three Charged For Separate Violent Incidents In Area, Authorities Say Three Charged For Separate Violent Incidents In Area, Authorities Say
Three Charged For Separate Violent Incidents In Area, Authorities Say Three men are facing charges in separate violent incidents involving weapons in a Hudson Valley city. Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced the charges against three Port Jervis men on Wednesday, Jan. 5.  Christopher Sicina, age 22, was arrested by Port Jervis City Police on Monday, Jan. 3, and charged with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and first-degree reckless endangerment, the DA's Office announced.  The charges stem from an incident on Wednesday, Nov. 3, where gunshots were fired at a home on Hammond Street in Port Jervis, Hoovler said. Sici…

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Police & Fire
Springfield Traffic Stop Leads To Discovery Of Heroin, Thousands Of Xanax Pills Springfield Traffic Stop Leads To Discovery Of Heroin, Thousands Of Xanax Pills
Springfield Traffic Stop Leads To Discovery Of Heroin, Thousands Of Xanax Pills A traffic stop for burnt-out lights led to the discovery of heroin, crack cocaine and thousands of Xanax pills. A trooper saw a gray Ford Taurus with no plate lights on State Street in Springfield at about 1:40 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30, according to Massachusetts State Police. The trooper pulled the Ford over and did an electronic inquiry of the car's registration before approaching. When the trooper approached the Ford, he saw the driver reaching in the center console, police said. Police reported that the driver, 36-year-old Anthony Iellamo, of Agawam, had a history of firearms violati…

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Business
New Specialty Prepared Foods Market Sets Grand Opening Date In Fairfield County New Specialty Prepared Foods Market Sets Grand Opening Date In Fairfield County
New Specialty Prepared Foods Market Sets Grand Opening Date In Fairfield County A specialty prepared foods market is set to host its grand opening in Fairfield County in the coming days. The Country Table will host its grand opening in Greenwich on Monday, Jan. 10, according to an announcement from Greg Oshins and Chef Geoff Lazlo. Earlier report - New Market To Offer Gourmet Sandwiches, Prepared Foods In Fairfield County The market is set to offer guests and variety of prepared foods and drinks, including gourmet sandwiches, coffee, ice cream, made-to-order salads and more. The food and drinks will be available for dine-in or take-out. “It’s all in the sim…

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