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Michael Mashburn

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mmashburn@dailyvoice.com

Michael joined the Daily Voice team in April 2022 covering news throughout New York, including the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Long Island. He previously worked as a reporter for ABC Radio affiliates KTAR in Phoenix and KOMO in Seattle. Michael graduated from Arizona State University with a BA in journalism in May 2014. 

Michael Mashburn's Contributions

Police & Fire
Trio Busted Stealing Mail From Long Island Post Office, Police Say Trio Busted Stealing Mail From Long Island Post Office, Police Say
Trio Busted Stealing Mail From Long Island Post Office, Police Say Three men are facing charges after they were allegedly caught stealing mail from a Long Island post office. The trio was busted shortly after 2 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 26, after officers witnessed two of the suspects exit a vehicle and remove mail from drop boxes at the Merrick post office, located on Fisher Avenue, according to Nassau County Police. Detectives arrested 24-year-old Noah Aranzamendi, of Brooklyn, and 30-year-old Ralph Aranzamendi, of Howard Beach, Queens, without incident. The driver, 31-year-old Angel Martinez, of the Bronx, fled the scene in his vehicle but was stopped a sho…

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News
Chocolate Maker Hershey Sued By NY Man Alleging 'Serious Health Risk' Chocolate Maker Hershey Sued By NY Man Alleging 'Serious Health Risk'
Chocolate Maker Hershey Sued By NY Man Alleging 'Serious Health Risk' A New York man is suing chocolate maker Hershey, alleging that the company’s dark chocolate products contain harmful levels of metals, the New York Post reports.  In a class-action lawsuit filed in federal court in Central Islip on Wednesday, Dec. 28, Nassau County resident Christopher Lazazzaro said he would not have bought, or would have paid less for, Hershey’s dark chocolate products had the company disclosed their metals content. The lawsuit mentions several Hershey brands that, according to a study from Consumer Reports, were found to contain potentially harmful levels of lead an…

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Lifestyle
Need A New Year's Resolution? Here's A Good One, NY Health Officials Say Need A New Year's Resolution? Here's A Good One, NY Health Officials Say
Need A New Year's Resolution? Here's A Good One, NY Health Officials Say State health officials have a suggestion for those struggling to come up with a new year’s resolution: kick the habit of smoking e-cigarettes and vaping. In a statement Friday, Dec. 30, the New York State Department of Health urged residents to stop using the “highly addictive and dangerous” products. “According to research, both e-cigarette users and those who are exposed to secondhand emissions may experience long-term health issues,” State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett said. “I encourage New Yorkers who use e-cigarettes to ring in the New Year by making a resolution to quit usi…

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News
After Probation Meeting, Man Steals Delivery Driver's Car Outside LI Restaurant, Police Say After Probation Meeting, Man Steals Delivery Driver's Car Outside LI Restaurant, Police Say
After Probation Meeting, Man Steals Delivery Driver's Car Outside LI Restaurant, Police Say A man on probation and three juveniles are facing charges after allegedly stealing a delivery driver’s car outside a Long Island restaurant. The theft occurred at around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, in Mineola, outside of Riko’s Pizza on Old Country Road, according to Nassau County Police. Investigators said the delivery driver left his 2019 Toyota Camry unlocked with the keys inside. At around the same time, 19-year-old Alix Dupre, of Elmont, was leaving a scheduled probation appointment near the Nassau County Supreme Court building, roughly a block away. Police said after spotting the ve…

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Business
Popular Mexican Food Chain Known For Burritos, Bowls To Open New Location In Capital Region Popular Mexican Food Chain Known For Burritos, Bowls To Open New Location In Capital Region
Popular Mexican Food Chain Known For Burritos, Bowls To Open New Location In Capital Region A popular chain of fast casual Mexican restaurants known for its burritos and bowls is set to open a new location in the region. Chipotle will open its latest restaurant in Albany County, located in Glenmont at 9 Moriah Road, according to a company job posting.  The new location will officially open on Saturday, Dec. 31, with the first five people in line receiving free Chipotle merchandise, WTEN reports.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chipotle (@chipotle) Customers can also take advantage of the Chipotlane, a drive-thru pick…

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Obituaries
Former Volunteer Firefighter In Region Who 'Always Put Others Before Herself' Dies At Age 85 Former Volunteer Firefighter In Region Who 'Always Put Others Before Herself' Dies At Age 85
Former Volunteer Firefighter In Region Who 'Always Put Others Before Herself' Dies At Age 85 Friends and loved ones are mourning the loss of a former firefighter in the region with a history of serving her community. Saratoga County’s Carole McBride, of the Town of Halfmoon, died Friday, Dec. 23, at the age of 85, according to her obituary. A cause of death was not given. Born in Troy on Feb. 26, 1937 to parents Hubert and Helen Muckle, “she was known for her warm and welcoming personality, always putting others before herself, and going out of the way to help those in need,” reads her memorial. McBride volunteered in the Clifton Park Halfmoon Emergency Corps, where she rose to t…

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Police & Fire
Rest Area McDonald's Worker Intentionally Set Fire To Building In Region, Police Say Rest Area McDonald's Worker Intentionally Set Fire To Building In Region, Police Say
Rest Area McDonald's Worker Intentionally Set Fire To Building In Region, Police Say A McDonald’s employee at a rest area in the region is facing charges after allegedly setting fire to the building. State Police in Albany County were initially called to the Guilderland Travel Plaza on I-90 just after 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12, with reports of a fire. Investigators determined that 19-year-old Nyri Baird, of Guilderland, had intentionally started the fire while working at the McDonald's located in the building, police said. Troopers did not elaborate on the extent of damage and it was not immediately clear what led up to the incident. There were no reports of injuries. …

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News
Cause Of Fire That Destroyed Capital Region Country Club Revealed Cause Of Fire That Destroyed Capital Region Country Club Revealed
Cause Of Fire That Destroyed Capital Region Country Club Revealed A massive fire that destroyed a country club in the region days before Christmas was sparked by a portable heater, investigators determined. Emergency crews in Rensselaer County were called just before midnight on Friday, Dec. 23, with reports of a structure fire at the Hoosick Falls Country Club, located on Richmond Avenue, according to Hoosick Falls Police. Multiple agencies responded and found heavy fire conditions on the building’s north side. About midnight this morning and with single digit temperatures Hoosick Falls, North Hoosick, Johnsonville and Town... Posted by Hoosi…

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Driver From Region Stranded On Highway Was 3 Times Legal Limit For Alcohol, Police Say Driver From Region Stranded On Highway Was 3 Times Legal Limit For Alcohol, Police Say
Driver From Region Stranded On Highway Was 3 Times Legal Limit For Alcohol, Police Say A woman from the region is facing drunk driving charges after she was allegedly found on the Thruway with a blood alcohol concentration three times the legal limit to drive, authorities said. State Police in Orange County spotted 36-year-old Karen Bermejo, of Albany, at around 3:20 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30, on I-87 in the town of Tuxedo after getting word that her vehicle had a flat tire. Troopers determined that Bermejo was intoxicated and testing revealed she had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.24 percent, police said. She was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated, a misdemean…

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Police & Fire
Duo Used Stolen Credit Cards To Buy Target Gifts Cards In Capital Region, Police Say Duo Used Stolen Credit Cards To Buy Target Gifts Cards In Capital Region, Police Say
Duo Used Stolen Credit Cards To Buy Target Gifts Cards In Capital Region, Police Say Police in the region are asking for help in identifying two people wanted in connection with a grand larceny investigation involving stolen credit cards. The credit cards were in a purse that was stolen in Columbia County from La Bella’s Restaurant in Valatie in September 2022, according to State Police. Those same cards were later used to purchase gift cards at a Rensselaer County Target store, located in East Greenbush. Police did not reveal how much money was added to the gift cards. Investigators released surveillance footage showing a man and woman entering the store, both wearing bas…

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