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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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Raisins Distributed At Stores Nationwide Recalled Raisins Distributed At Stores Nationwide Recalled
Raisins Distributed At Stores Nationwide Recalled Packages of raisins that were sold in stores across the United States have been recalled because they may contain undeclared sulfites. “ANKUR” Muktanand Foods Inc. recalled its 14-ounce packages of “Golden Raisins” on Thursday, Sept. 8. The raisins are in clear plastic packages with UPC Code 8904 1704 10327.  The company said no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled products as of the announcement. Those who purchased the recalled products should return them to the place of purchase for a refund, the company said. Consumers with questions can call Raxa De…

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ID Released For Man Found Floating In Water At Jones Beach ID Released For Man Found Floating In Water At Jones Beach
ID Released For Man Found Floating In Water At Jones Beach Police released the identity of a 58-year-old man whose body was found floating in the water at Jones Beach over the weekend. Nassau County resident Marino Prodan, of Seaford, was identified as the man whose body was located at the west end of the beach in Wantagh at about 6:20 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, the Nassau County Police Department announced on Tuesday, Sept. 13. When officers arrived and recovered Prodan's body from the water, he was unconscious and was not breathing, police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene, NCPD said. NCPD previously reported that a 25-foot boat, which b…

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Business
'Thank You For All The Memories': Stony Brook Tea Room Permanently Closes 'Thank You For All The Memories': Stony Brook Tea Room Permanently Closes
'Thank You For All The Memories': Stony Brook Tea Room Permanently Closes A Long Island eatery known for its British afternoon tea service has permanently closed. Robinson's Tea Room in Stony Brook closed as of Tuesday, Sept. 13, the owners announced in a Facebook post. "As of today we are permanently closed," the announcement reads. "Thank you for all the memories." The business did not share the reasons for the closure. Robinson's Tea Room was located at 97 Main St., and offered more than 60 varieties of tea, along with sandwiches, pastries and more.

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Police & Fire
Man, 48, Dies After Scooter Crash In CT Man, 48, Dies After Scooter Crash In CT
Man, 48, Dies After Scooter Crash In CT An investigation is underway after a 48-year-old man died in a scooter crash in Connecticut. Authorities in New Haven County received reports that a man crashed his scooter in the 400 block of South Colony Street in Meriden at about 7:40 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 12, the Meriden Police Department said. When officers arrived, they found two good samaritans providing emergency care to the unresponsive man, according to the report. The man was pronounced dead at the hospital, police said. Investigators determined that the man was traveling north on Old Colony Road from Wallingford, and he turned…

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148 Packages Containing Fentanyl, Heroin, Crack Cocaine Seized During CT Traffic Stop 148 Packages Containing Fentanyl, Heroin, Crack Cocaine Seized During CT Traffic Stop
148 Packages Containing Fentanyl, Heroin, Crack Cocaine Seized During CT Traffic Stop A traffic stop in Connecticut led to the discovery of 148 packages containing fentanyl, heroin, and crack cocaine.  A trooper saw a Dodge Sprinter van pass his unmarked cruiser at a high rate of speed on I-91 northbound in Hartford at about 10 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 12, Connecticut State Police said. The trooper tried to pull the van over, but it continued traveling until it stopped at the bottom of Exit 32, police said. When the trooper approached the van, the driver, identified as 52-year-old Mauro Spagnolo, of Rocky Hill, was seen handling items that looked like narcotics, poli…

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Expect Delays: Road Closures Planned During Weekend Celebration In Hudson Valley Town Expect Delays: Road Closures Planned During Weekend Celebration In Hudson Valley Town
Expect Delays: Road Closures Planned During Weekend Celebration In Hudson Valley Town Authorities in the Hudson Valley are advising motorists to expect delays and road closures ahead of an event over the weekend. The Dutchess County Sheriff's Office said the Pleasant Valley Weekend Celebration, which is set to take place from Friday, Sept. 16, through Sunday, Sept. 18, will cause some road closures in the area. On Saturday, Sept. 17, closures and delays are expected between 10 a.m. and noon due to a bike ride sponsored by the Pleasant Valley Lions Club.  Authorities said the event will impact the following roads: North Avenue Salt Point Turnpike Sherow Road Main Stre…

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Officials Issue Alert About Planned Ramp Closure On Taconic State Parkway Officials Issue Alert About Planned Ramp Closure On Taconic State Parkway
Officials Issue Alert About Planned Ramp Closure On Taconic State Parkway State officials are advising Hudson Valley motorists about an upcoming ramp closure on the Taconic State Parkway. The New York State Department of Transportation said the ramp from the Taconic State Parkway northbound to Exit 28 (Pudding Street) in the town of Putnam Valley will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The closure is being implemented to accommodate guide rail repairs, officials said. Motorists should follow the posted detour using the Taconic State Parkway northbound to Exit 31B (State Route 301) westbound to the Taconic State Parkway southbound as an…

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Police & Fire
Police Officer In Hudson Valley Charged With Stalking Police Officer In Hudson Valley Charged With Stalking
Police Officer In Hudson Valley Charged With Stalking A police officer from the Hudson Valley was charged with stalking. State Police arrested 53-year-old Orange County resident Kenneth Memmelaar, of Goshen, in Montgomery on Monday, Sept. 12, New York State Police reported. Memmelaar was charged with fourth-degree stalking in relation to "a series of incidents reported to State Police in Middletown," according to the report. State Police said Memmelaar works part-time as an officer for the Town of Montgomery Police Department. He was arraigned and released on his own recognizance, authorities said. Memmelaar is set to appear in co…

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Firefighter Attacked By Dog While Responding To Blaze At CT Residence Firefighter Attacked By Dog While Responding To Blaze At CT Residence
Firefighter Attacked By Dog While Responding To Blaze At CT Residence A firefighter was attacked by a dog while responding to a residential fire in Connecticut. Authorities in New Haven County responded to the blaze in Derby at 39 Spring St. at about 5:45 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, the Derby Fire Department reported. A blaze broke out on the third floor and occupied multiple units in the building, according to the report. Additional units responded from Shelton, Ansonia, and Orange, officials said. The fire department said no civilians were injured in the blaze. Authorities said about 40 firefighters responded to the scene before the blaze was brought under…

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Business
'We Will Miss Serving You': Islandia Eatery Closes After 18 Years In Business 'We Will Miss Serving You': Islandia Eatery Closes After 18 Years In Business
'We Will Miss Serving You': Islandia Eatery Closes After 18 Years In Business A restaurant has closed after serving customers on Long Island for nearly two decades. Thai Angel, located at 1812 Veterans Memorial Highway in Islandia, officially closed on Saturday, Aug. 20, the owners announced on the restaurant's website. "After 18 years, we will be closing our door on August 20, 2022," the announcement reads. "Thank you for being a part of our Thai Angel family. We will miss serving you!" The owners said they planned to auction the restaurant's imported items and décor on Monday, Aug. 29. "So sad they are closing!!" Morgan J. wrote in a Yelp review. "I'll follow the…

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