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Ben Crnic

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bcrnic@dailyvoice.com

Ben Crnic graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Geoscience in 2021. He has previously worked as a reporter with the Journal Inquirer in Manchester, Connecticut, and has also contributed work to the Connecticut Mirror. Ben joined the Daily Voice team in October of 2022.

Ben Crnic's Contributions

Business

Haven Hot Chicken To Celebrate Grand Opening Of 'Delicious, Convenient Spot' In CT A popular eatery will soon bring its signature brand of hot fried chicken to a college campus in Connecticut. Haven Hot Chicken, a franchise known for its Nashville Hot Chicken, will be opening its fifth location on Saturday, Nov. 18 in Storrs, Connecticut at 1206 Storrs Rd., which is within walking distance to the University of Connecticut's Storrs campus. The 2,000-square-foot location will offer the franchise's signature menu of crispy fried chicken, fries, sides such as banana pudding or garlic dill pickles, and even vegetarian options such as the "Not Chicken Sandwich." …

by Ben Crnic

11/10/2023

Schools

Elmsford Superintendent Abruptly Resigns After Only Months In Position The superintendent of a Westchester school district has stepped down from his position just months after joining the district. Elmsford Union Free School District Superintendent Ronald Gonzalez announced his resignation, effective immediately, on Wednesday, Nov. 8, according to a statement released by the district's Board of Education. Gonzalez's departure comes only months after he was named superintendent in March 2023. Before that, he joined the district in July 2022 as interim superintendent. Gonzalez issued a statement on Wednesday addressing his decision. "It has been a pleasure…

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

Police & Fire

Man Engages in Sexual Relations With Boy Under 17 In Chappaqua: Police A Northern Westchester man is accused of engaging in sexual relations with a boy younger than 17 years old, police announced. New, updated report - Bedford Hills Man Nabbed For Sexually Exploiting Boy Gets More Charges: Feds Bedford Hills resident James Collins, Jr., age 67, was arrested in connection with a juvenile sex crime that happened in Chappaqua following an investigation, New Castle Police announced on Thursday, Nov. 9. According to the department, Collins had sexual relations with a boy under the age of 17. He is now charged with one count of third-degree cr…

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

Police & Fire

Update: Worker Hurt After Falling From Scaffolding Above Taconic Parkway Bridge In Yorktown A construction worker was hospitalized with serious injuries after falling from scaffolding over a bridge located on the Taconic State Parkway in Northern Westchester, fire officials said. The incident happened on Wednesday, Nov. 8 around 2:45 p.m., when first responders were sent to the AmVets bridge on the northbound Taconic State Parkway in Yorktown, where a worker had suffered serious injuries after falling from scaffolding. Earlier Report - Motorists Asked To Avoid Taconic State Parkway Near Bridge In Yorktown: Police According to the Hartsdale Fire Department, which …

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

Police & Fire

Firefighter, 2 Others Injured In Blaze At Larchmont Eatery A basement fire at a popular Westchester eatery resulted in three people being injured, including a firefighter who was hospitalized. The incident happened on Wednesday, Nov. 8 just after 10 a.m., when the Larchmont Fire Department responded to an active basement fire at Bagels by Sofia located at 145 Chatsworth Ave. According to the department, arriving crews found plenty of smoke pouring from the eatery and upon entering, discovered heavy flames in the basement. Firefighters then evacuated everyone in the eatery as well as the two adjourning buildings before searching for any e…

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

Police & Fire

Pickup Truck Driver Approaches Children At Hudson Valley Bus Stop: Police Investigating Authorities are looking for any available footage of a suspect who reportedly approached children at a Hudson Valley bus stop. New, updated report - Update: Attempt To Approach Schoolchildren In Mahopac Was 'Misinterpreted,' Police Say The investigation stemmed from an incident that happened in Putnam County on Monday, Nov. 6, when Carmel Police responded to the area of Barrett Hill Road on a report of a suspicious event that had happened during the morning school pickup time, according to Carmel Police Lt. Michael Bodo. A resident who lives on the road told officers that their …

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

News

Latest Update: Costs Incurred In Conflict Over Bridge Replacement In Mamaroneck A conflict between a village and a town in Westchester that stemmed from a $4.5 million bridge replacement project has resulted in more costs to taxpayers after an additional inspection of the structure, officials said. The dispute between municipalities began soon after the commencement of a $4.54 million project meant to replace the Waverly Avenue Bridge over the Sheldrake River in Mamaroneck, which was identified as structurally deficient by the New York State Department of Transportation. After the project was started on Friday, Oct. 20 with the installment of barri…

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

Traffic

Road Closure: Part Of Central Westchester Parkway To Be Affected In North White Plains An upcoming road closure is set to shutter part of a busy parkway in Westchester. The southbound Central Westchester Parkway in North White Plains will close on Thursday, Nov. 9 between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., North Castle Police announced. The closure will allow crews to perform maintenance work. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes during the closure.

by Ben Crnic

11/09/2023

Police & Fire

Motorists Asked To Avoid Taconic State Parkway Near Bridge In Yorktown: Police As a result of a police investigation, motorists are being asked to avoid an area of the Taconic State Parkway in Northern Westchester. New, updated report - Update: Construction Worker Hurt After Falling From Scaffolding Above Bridge In Yorktown An active police investigation is currently occurring on the northbound Taconic State Parkway at the AmVets bridge, Yorktown Police announced just before 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8. More details about the investigation have not yet been released. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

by Ben Crnic

11/08/2023

Politics

Election Day Results: Races In Harrison, North Castle Separated By Handful Of Votes Two races for top positions in two Westchester municipalities are now only separated by a handful of votes, including one matchup that was decided by a single vote. According to unofficial election results released by Westchester County, the supervisor races in both Harrison and North Castle have finished in a near dead heat. In Harrison, the Republican candidate for Supervisor, Richard Dionisio, received 1,698 votes, only 19 more than his opponent, Democratic candidate Mark Jaffe, who received 1,679. In North Castle, the race was even tighter, with the Democratic candida…

by Ben Crnic

11/08/2023

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