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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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Police & Fire

25-Year-Old From Fairfield County Seriously Injured In I-84 Crash, State Police Say A 25-year-old Fairfield County man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash on I-84. The crash happened in the New Haven County town of Middlebury at about 8:10 p.m. on Monday, March 14, according to Connecticut State Police. A 2003 International 4000 Series 4300 was driving slowly in the left lane on I-84 westbound near Exit 16 when a 2019 Ford Transit-150 struck the rear of the truck, police reported. Both vehicles came to an uncontrolled rest in the grassy median, police said. The driver of the Ford, a 25-year-old Newtown man, was hospitalized with serious, possibly life-thre…

by Nicole Valinote

03/15/2022

News

$40K Raised To Support Daughter Of Massapequa Woman Who Was Fatally Stabbed Members of the community have donated thousands of dollars to support the 1-year-old daughter of a Long Island woman who was fatally stabbed over the weekend. Irene Spantopanagos, age 29, of Massapequa, was stabbed at a North Massapequa residence on Saturday, March 12, and was pronounced dead at the hospital the following day, according to the Nassau County Police Department. Earlier report - Police Identify Massapequa Woman Who Was Fatally Stabbed NCPD reported that the 34-year-old man who stabbed Spantopanagos also stabbed a 22-year-old woman before he attempted to take his own…

by Nicole Valinote

03/15/2022

Obituaries

Former College Athlete, Longtime Firefighter In Westchester Dies Suddenly At Age 63 A former college athlete and longtime member of a Westchester County fire department has died at the age of 63. Joseph J. Garan III, a resident of Putnam Valley, died suddenly at home on Friday, March 11, according to his obituary. Garan was born in Yonkers, and he participated in a number of sports growing up, such as baseball, golf, and football. He graduated from Arlington High School and received a bachelor's degree from Iona College in New Rochelle, his obituary reads. He was also played for the Manhattan College baseball team. Garan spent 20 years with the Yonkers Fire Depart…

by Nicole Valinote

03/15/2022

Business

Bay Shore Restaurant Permanently Closes After Eight Years The owners of a Long Island restaurant and tequila bar have announced plans to permanently close the eatery after eight years in business. Pico Tequila Grill, a Mexican restaurant in Bay Shore, made the announcement on Sunday, March 13. The restaurant is located at 19 West Main St. The owners also operate a location at 1920 Jericho Turnpike in East Northport, which remains open. "We want to thank all our loyal customers that have supported us through the years," the announcement from the restaurant reads. "We hope to see you at our Eastnorthport location for all your taco and ma…

by Nicole Valinote

03/15/2022

Police & Fire

Police Identify Massapequa Woman Who Was Fatally Stabbed Police have identified a 29-year-old Long Island woman who was fatally stabbed over the weekend. Irene Spantopanagos, of Massapequa, was identified as the woman who died at the hospital following a stabbing that took place on Saturday, March 12, according to the Nassau County Police Department. Officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a North Massapequa residence on North Manhattan Avenue at about 7 p.m. on Saturday, NCPD said. Police discovered that Spantopanagos and a 22-year-old woman had both been stabbed by a 34-year-old man, who was located inside the home after he at…

by Nicole Valinote

03/14/2022

Business

Popular Bellmore Eatery To Close After 26 Years In Business After 26 years in business, a popular Long Island eatery is preparing to close its doors. Zorn's of Bellmore will have its last day of business on Sunday, March 27, the eatery announced on Monday, March 14. The owner is retiring and plans to move south with his family, Zorn's said. The eatery, located at 2495 Merrick Road, is known for homemade dishes, such as rotisserie chicken, ribs, garlic mashed potatoes, and more. "It has been our greatest pleasure to serve this community for the past 26 years," the announcement reads. "Our sincere gratitude & thanks go out to all…

by Nicole Valinote

03/14/2022

Police & Fire

Flurry Of Arrests Made In Area Of Western Mass 'Deluged With Narcotic Sales,' Police Say Police arrested five people after increasing intervention measures in an area of Western Massachusetts that authorities say "has been deluged with the sales of illegal narcotics." The five arrests were made in Hampden County in the area between 291 and 298 Elm Street in Holyoke, according to the Holyoke Police Department. Police said that area has seen numerous illegal narcotics sales, assaults, and instances of gun violence. At about 5:20 p.m. on Thursday, March 10, authorities saw illegal narcotics sales taking place in the area of 291 Elm St., police said. Officers responded and …

by Nicole Valinote

03/14/2022

Business

Owners Of CT Restaurant Announce Plans To Close Location, Open New Eatery The owners of a well-known vegan restaurant in Connecticut have announced plans to permanently close the eatery as they prepare to open a new restaurant. New Haven County restaurant G-Zen will officially close its doors on Saturday, April 30, after 11 years in business, according to an announcement from Chef Mark Shadle and Ami Beach. The owners said they will close the eatery, located at 2 East Main St. in Branford, as they prepare to open G-Monkey Plant-Fueled Fast Food in West Hartford, which they described as a fast-casual eatery with a brand-new vegan menu. "G-Monkey Plant-Fueled Fast…

by Nicole Valinote

03/14/2022

Business

New Northern Westchester Eatery Focuses On Hot Dogs, Sausages, Burgers A new Northern Westchester location of a popular chain of restaurants is seeing positive feedback from customers for its fresh dishes and generous portions. Dog Haus Biergarten opened at 3137 East Main St. in Mohegan Lake in December. The restaurant chain is known for its signature hot dogs, made with a variety of toppings such as chili, smoked bacon, caramelized onions, avocado, and more. Online reviewers have also praised the new location for its sandwiches and wings. "Welcoming staff and quick service," Ashley F., of Bronxville, said in a Yelp review. "Food is fresh and tastes gr…

by Nicole Valinote

03/14/2022

Lifestyle

Start Of Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Nears: Here Are Participating Eateries As the start of Hudson Valley Restaurant Week nears, organizers have announced which eateries are set to participate. Hudson Valley Restaurant Week is scheduled to take place from Monday, March 21, through Sunday, April 3, according to the Valley Table. Participating eateries are located in the following counties: Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Ulster, Orange, Sullivan, Dutchess, and Greene. The restaurants taking part will offer three-course, prix-fixe lunches for $29.95 and dinners for $39.95, Valley Table reported. Find the full list of restaurants that will be participating in restaur…

by Nicole Valinote

03/14/2022

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