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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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Police & Fire
Woman Accused Of Driving Stolen Van To Police Headquarters In Northern Westchester Woman Accused Of Driving Stolen Van To Police Headquarters In Northern Westchester
Woman Accused Of Driving Stolen Van To Police Headquarters In Northern Westchester A 74-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly driving a van reported stolen in Vermont to a police department in New York, in Northern Westchester County.  The Yorktown Police Department reported that the Vermont resident has been charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property. Police did not release the woman's name. At about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, an officer took a report from the woman about an unrelated matter. Police said investigators later discovered that the woman was in possession of a stolen 2021 Ford Transit van. Authorities said the woman returne…

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News
COVID-19: Delta Announces $200 Monthly Health Insurance Surcharge For Unvaccinated Employees COVID-19: Delta Announces $200 Monthly Health Insurance Surcharge For Unvaccinated Employees
Covid-19: Delta Announces $200 Monthly Health Insurance Surcharge For Unvaccinated Employees Delta Air Lines employees who aren't vaccinated against COVID-19 will be required to pay an additional $200 per month if they are enrolled in the company's health care plan. The new policy was one of a number of new rules announced by Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian on Wednesday, Aug. 25.  Bastian said the requirement will take effect on Monday, Nov. 1.  "The average hospital stay for COVID-19 has cost Delta $50,000 per person," the announcement said. "This surcharge will be necessary to address the financial risk the decision to not vaccinate is creating for our company." Bastia…

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Lifestyle
Popular CT Gastropub Offers 18 Craft Beers On Tap, Seasonal Menu Popular CT Gastropub Offers 18 Craft Beers On Tap, Seasonal Menu
Popular CT Gastropub Offers 18 Craft Beers On Tap, Seasonal Menu A well-known central Connecticut restaurant and bar may be the place to go for those looking to try some new craft beers or sample from a unique seasonal menu. Middlesex County staple Celtic Cavern advertises itself as Middletown's "first and only gastropub." It opened its doors in 2014.  The business has 18 craft beers on tap, and has a menu focusing on "seasonal American fare." Guests can order shareable snacks, such as a shrimp cocktail, a hummus plate, or an olive bowl. The menu also features a variety of sandwiches and "large plates," including cauliflower curry, seared ahi tuna,…

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Nassau County Man Sentenced For MS-13 Murder Of 18-Year-Old At Park Nassau County Man Sentenced For MS-13 Murder Of 18-Year-Old At Park
Nassau County Man Sentenced For MS-13 Murder Of 18-Year-Old At Park A 20-year-old man has been sentenced for his role in the MS-13 murder of an 18-year-old at a Long Island park in 2016. Samuel Ponce, of Hempstead, was sentenced to nine years to life in prison for killing Bryan Steven Cho Lemus, of Uniondale, Acting Nassau County District Attorney Joyce Smith announced. Ponce pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on Monday, June 28. On Aug. 23 of 2016, Lemus was lured into the Massapequa Park Preserve, where he was killed with machetes by Ponce and other MS-13 members, Smith said. The DA's Office reported that Lemus' body was found by officers in a shall…

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Salmonella Outbreaks Linked To Italian-Style Meats Salmonella Outbreaks Linked To Italian-Style Meats
Salmonella Outbreaks Linked To Italian-Style Meats Thirty-six people across 17 states have been sickened in salmonella outbreaks linked to Italian-style meats, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported. The CDC said investigators are working to discover which products were contaminated and to see if the two outbreaks were linked to the same food source. The people who were sickened in both outbreaks reported eating salami, prosciutto, and other meats before getting sick. The CDC reported that 12 people have been hospitalized.  Some of the states where cases were reported include New York. Find the full list here. …

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Business
New Suffolk County Cookie Shop Offers Unique, Stuffed Creations New Suffolk County Cookie Shop Offers Unique, Stuffed Creations
New Suffolk County Cookie Shop Offers Unique, Stuffed Creations A new cookie shop that opened its doors this summer is bringing its colorful, tasty treats to Long Island. Chonky Cookies, located in Lindenhurst, began its first full weeks in operation in August, according to owner Heather Friedfertig.  Cookies & Cream 🍪 what weekend special flavor do you hope to see this weekend in store?! Come visit us in person this... Posted by Chonky Cookies on Monday, August 9, 2021 Friedfertig said she got the idea for the business during the pandemic when she was spending a lot of time baking for friends and family.  She said her friends enjoyed her cre…

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Police & Fire
Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say
Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say Four teens have been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries at Long Island businesses in the past week. The Suffolk County Police Department reported that officers responded to a report of a group of teens trying to break into Cell Phone Resurrection, located at 239 Deer Park Ave. in Babylon, at about 4:40 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21. While canvassing the area, officers found a 2011 Hyundai Tucson entering the parking lot at 1906 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Police said the SUV was occupied by the four teens, and officers also saw a brick, multiple cell phones and boxes …

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Police Issue Warning After Unlocked Vehicles Entered, Stolen In Area Police Issue Warning After Unlocked Vehicles Entered, Stolen In Area
Police Issue Warning After Unlocked Vehicles Entered, Stolen In Area Authorities are reminding residents to lock their car doors after a series of vehicle break-ins and thefts in the area. The New York State Police reported on Friday, Aug. 20, that break-ins have recently been reported in the Town of Union Vale, the Village of Millbrook and the Town of Washington. State Police said the vehicles are being entered or stolen in part due to the fact that owners left their vehicles unlocked with the keys inside.  State Police in Poughkeepsie are asking that residents with home surveillance cameras who live at the following locations check the footage from Tu…

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Business
Look Who's Coming Back: Toys 'R' Us Will Be Making Comeback Inside Macy's Stores, Online Look Who's Coming Back: Toys 'R' Us Will Be Making Comeback Inside Macy's Stores, Online
Look Who's Coming Back: Toys 'R' Us Will Be Making Comeback Inside Macy's Stores, Online After closing its stores years ago, Toys "R" Us is set to make a comeback through a new partnership with Macy's. Shoppers will once again have the chance to browse the shelves for Toys "R" Us toys at shop-in-shops set to begin rolling out at more than 400 Macy's stores in 2022, according to an announcement from Macy's on Thursday, Aug. 19. The toys are also currently available on the Macy's website. Shoppers can search for products based on age, kind of toy, character and brand, Macy's said.  “As a Toys 'R' Us kid, I could not be more excited to bring this beloved brand that so many of o…

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Business
Popular Westchester County Bakery To Reopen At New Location Popular Westchester County Bakery To Reopen At New Location
Popular Westchester County Bakery To Reopen At New Location A Westchester County bakery that closed its doors in 2020 announced that it will soon be serving up custom cakes and sweet pastries at a new location. The owner of the Snackery Bakeshop has announced plans to open the new location in Rye this September. The bakery's original location in Larchmont closed in October of 2020 after two years. The new bakery will be located at 64 Purchase St. We have an update! We will now be opening our new Rye, NY store in September but please follow us on our journey to... Posted by The Snackery Bakeshop on Thursday, July 22, 2021 "Rest assured your fa…

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