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Nicole Valinote

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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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Business
Owners Of Popular Food Truck Open New Restaurant In Nassau County Owners Of Popular Food Truck Open New Restaurant In Nassau County
Owners Of Popular Food Truck Open New Restaurant In Nassau County A celebrated Long Island food truck has opened up a brand-new restaurant. Green Street Eatery had its grand opening on Sunday, Sept. 19.  The new restaurant is located at 7 Emerson Ave. in Levittown. The eatery also focuses on vegan and gluten-free cuisine.  The owners of the Nassau County eatery also operate Green Street Food Truck, which owners say is Long Island's first vegan and gluten-free food truck. The food truck gained popularity since they opened it three years ago, and they wanted to expand to a brick and mortar location. "We’ve been looking forward to this day …

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News
Hudson Valley Counties To Receive Up To $94 Million To Combat Opioid Crisis Hudson Valley Counties To Receive Up To $94 Million To Combat Opioid Crisis
Hudson Valley Counties To Receive Up To $94 Million To Combat Opioid Crisis Hudson Valley counties are set to receive up to $94 million to help combat the opioid crisis. New York Attorney General Letitia James said in an announcement on Tuesday, Oct. 5, that the funds come from settlements from a March 2019 lawsuit against the manufacturers and distributors responsible for the crisis. James shared a list of figures representing the minimum and maximum amounts each county could receive from settlements with Johnson & Johnson, McKesson, Cardinal Health, Amerisource Bergen, and Endo. Hudson Valley: $51,729,983.90 – $94,455,606.10 Dutchess County: $3,682,781.87 …

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Police & Fire
NY State Police Issue Alert For 22-Year-Old Wanted For Multiple Felonies NY State Police Issue Alert For 22-Year-Old Wanted For Multiple Felonies
NY State Police Issue Alert For 22-Year-Old Wanted For Multiple Felonies New York State Police are searching for a 22-year-old man who is wanted on multiple felony charges. Two warrants were issued for the arrest of Deven Hotaling, who is from the Columbia County village of Philmont, after he failed to appear for court dates, State Police reported on Monday, Oct. 4. Police said in May of 2020, Hotaling was arrested by authorities in Livingston for forcibly stealing more than $1,700 from a ride share driver. He was charged with third-degree robbery and fourth-degree grand larceny. In August of that year, he was arrested on a second-degree arson charge for settin…

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News
Laundrie Flew Home To Florida Before Returning To Utah To Rejoin Gabby Petito, Attorney Says Laundrie Flew Home To Florida Before Returning To Utah To Rejoin Gabby Petito, Attorney Says
Laundrie Flew Home To Florida Before Returning To Utah To Rejoin Gabby Petito, Attorney Says A lawyer for the Laundrie family is now saying that 23-year-old Brian Laundrie flew home to Florida during his road trip with late fiancée Gabby Petito before joining her once again.  Insider reported that Attorney Steven Bertolino said Laundrie flew from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Tampa on Friday, Aug. 17. Bertolino reportedly said Laundrie went to retrieve items and "empty and close" a storage unit.  Bertolino said Laundrie did this to save money as the couple considered extending their cross-country road trip. He then joined Petito again on Monday, Aug. 23.  Laundrie was …

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News
'Come Forward,' Sister Says To Brian Laundrie As Search For Fugitive Fiancé Heats Up 'Come Forward,' Sister Says To Brian Laundrie As Search For Fugitive Fiancé Heats Up
'Come Forward,' Sister Says To Brian Laundrie As Search For Fugitive Fiancé Heats Up In a new interview with ABC News, Brian Laundrie's sister shared a message to her brother, asking him to come forward. Authorities have been searching for the 23-year-old since his parents reported on Friday, Sept. 17, that they had not seen their son since Tuesday, Sept. 14. Related - Hiker Says He Spoke To Brian Laundrie On Deserted Road Near Appalachian Trail Law enforcement has named Laundrie a "person of interest" in the homicide of his 22-year-old fiancée, fellow Long Island native Gabby Petito, who was from Blue Point in Suffolk County. "I would tell my brother to ju…

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Obituaries
Longtime Detective Sergeant On Long Island Dies At Age 49 Longtime Detective Sergeant On Long Island Dies At Age 49
Longtime Detective Sergeant On Long Island Dies At Age 49 Members of a Long Island police department are mourning the death of a respected officer who served for 26 years. Detective Sgt. James Stapleton died from cancer at the age of 49 on Saturday, Oct. 2, according to the Suffolk County Police Department.  “James was a fantastic human being and one of the finest officers and detectives I have had the honor of meeting in my 34-years as a police officer,” Fourth Precinct Inspector Michael Romagnoli said. “His loss will be felt not only as a colleague but as a friend.” Stapleton earned 10 command recognitions and three departmental recognitio…

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Man Admits To Shootings For Fairfield County Gang That Posted On Social Media, Feds Say Man Admits To Shootings For Fairfield County Gang That Posted On Social Media, Feds Say
Man Admits To Shootings For Fairfield County Gang That Posted On Social Media, Feds Say A 24-year-old Fairfield County man has admitted to participating in gang-related shootings, including a shooting in front of a state courthouse. Diomie Blackwell, of Bridgeport, pleaded guilty on Monday, Oct. 4, to one count of conspiracy to engage in a pattern of racketeering activity, according to Leonard Boyle, acting United States attorney for the District of Connecticut. The US Attorney's Office said Blackwell was a member of the "Greene Homes Boyz" gang based in the Charles F. Greene Homes Housing Complex in Bridgeport’s North End. The gang members and associates distribute…

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Police & Fire
Hate Crime Investigation: Scarecrow Found Hanging By Noose At Senior Center In Suffolk Hate Crime Investigation: Scarecrow Found Hanging By Noose At Senior Center In Suffolk
Hate Crime Investigation: Scarecrow Found Hanging By Noose At Senior Center In Suffolk A hate crime investigation is underway after a scarecrow was found hanging by a noose at a Long Island senior center. The Suffolk County Police Department said the incident took place at the North Amityville Senior Center sometime between 4:40 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 1, and about noon on Monday, Oct. 4. The scarecrow was found hanging from a pergola in the rear of the property, located at 48 Cedar Road, police reported. SCPD said anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Hate Crimes Unit detectives at 631-852-6553 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. 

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Police & Fire
Police Warn Local Residents After Home Burglary In Fairfield County Police Warn Local Residents After Home Burglary In Fairfield County
Police Warn Local Residents After Home Burglary In Fairfield County Police have released tips for area residents to prevent burglaries after a home was burglarized in Fairfield County. Authorities investigated a burglary at an unoccupied house on Butler Lane at about 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 1, according to the New Canaan Police Department. Police recommended that residents do the following in order to prevent burglaries and break-ins: Check the identity of visitors before allowing them into your home. Contact authorities if you see suspicious people or vehicles. Be a good neighbor by getting to know your neighbors, and report suspicious activity in the are…

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Lifestyle
NY Woman Wins $10M NY State Lottery Prize NY Woman Wins $10M NY State Lottery Prize
NY Woman Wins $10M NY State Lottery Prize A woman has claimed the $10 million prize from the New York Lottery's Deluxe scratch-off game. Deborah Hardwick, who is a resident of  Allegany County, located southeast of Buffalo, purchased the winning ticket at Wellsville Marathon at 215 North Main St. in the Village of Wellsville, the New York Lottery reported on Friday, Oct. 1. Hardwick, a Wellsville resident,decided to receive her prize as a single, lump-sum payment of $6,510,000 after required withholdings. The New York Lottery said players can check the status of any scratch-off game by downloading the game report li…

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