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Sophie Grieser

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sgrieser@dailyvoice.com

Sophie joined the Daily Voice team in March 2023, covering Long Island. Before this, her work appeared in publications such as the Borgen Project Magazine, The Interlude Magazine, and NYU Local.

Sophie graduated from New York University in 2021 with degrees in journalism and drama.

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Police & Fire

New Update: Found Long Island Woman Reunited With Family, Police Say Update: A woman on Long Island has been reunited with her family two days after police found her, according to officials. Yvonne Rodriguez, age 61, was found first as an unidentified woman by Nassau County Police in Lawrence on Sunday, June 25. She was identified a day later, but police continued to ask the community for assistance getting in contact with Rodriguez's family. No additional information was released regarding Rodriguez's family or her condition. Original story: Police are asking for the community’s assistance in locating the family of a …

by Sophie Grieser

06/27/2023

Police & Fire

Fiery Crash: Good Samaritans, Off-Duty Cop Save Victims From Burning Vehicle On Long Island An off-duty police officer and two Good Samaritans saved two people from their burning car after a Long Island car crash, authorities announced. The incident occurred on Saturday, June 24 in Farmingville. Maribel Ramirez, aged 45, of Coram, was driving a 2014 Honda northbound on Country Road 83, near South Bicycle Path. At approximately 5:20 a.m., Ramirez’s car hit a guard rail and overturned. Officer Kevin Farina was on his way to work when he saw the flipped car and jumped into action. With the assistance of two Good Samaritans, the trio was able to save Ramirez and her passenger,…

by Sophie Grieser

06/27/2023

Weather

Smoky Skies Ahead: New Yorkers Advised To Prepare For Hazardous Air From Canadian Wildfires Click here for a new, updated story: Air Quality To Worsen In Coming Days: Here's How To Check Conditions In Your Area A new air quality forecast predicted a large amount of near-surface smoke that will cover most of the state of New York, according to an announcement by the governor. Gov. Kathy Hochul warned New Yorkers of a potentially thick blanket of smoke expected to cover the state starting Wednesday, June 28 as the Canadian wildfires continue to burn. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s forecast predicts that, due to a cold front entering the no…

by Sophie Grieser

06/27/2023

News

Indictment: Driver Pleads Not Guilty For Wrong-Way Crash That Killed 2 Long Island Teens A Long Island man has been indicted on multiple charges relating to an alleged DWI crash that killed two rising tennis stars, according to officials. Amandeep Singh, aged 34, of Roslyn, was arraigned on Monday, June 26 on charges that include manslaughter and assault for a May crash that killed two young teens, the Nassau County District Attorney announced. He pleaded not guilty. The investigation and indictment claim that on Wednesday, May 3, Singh was driving his 2021 Dodge Ram TRX south in the northbound lanes of North Broadway in Jericho. In addition to driving in the wrong lane a…

by Sophie Grieser

06/26/2023

Police & Fire

Luxury Vehicle Stolen From Parking Lot Of Popular Darien Restaurant A Connecticut man’s luxury car was stolen while he was eating lunch, police reported. The victim was eating lunch on Wednesday, June 14 at Nino’s Restaurant in Darien, according to the Darien Police Department. However, at approximately 2:30 p.m., officials say his 2018 BMW M3 was stolen from the parking lot. Video surveillance confirmed that a vehicle pulled into the parking lot, where the passenger got out and entered the victim’s BMW. Police reported that the victim admitted to leaving his doors unlocked with the keys inside. The car was located later that day in New Haven. Offi…

by Sophie Grieser

06/26/2023

Lifestyle

Greenwich Ranks In Top 10 Among Safest Small Towns In Nation, New Report Says A small Connecticut municipality has made the cut, being named one of the top 10 safest small towns in America, according to a new report. MoneyGeek’s annual report on the safest small cities and towns in the US has released its 2023 data, and Connecticut’s own Greenwich has earned the tenth place spot. With a crime cost per capita of just $81, the 383-year-old town's ranking means it beats out over 600 others like it across the nation. The cost of crime per capita reflects the societal cost of crime per resident. MoneyGeek analyzed crime statistics – including both violent …

by Sophie Grieser

06/25/2023

Police & Fire

Gun Thief Found Asleep At CT Wendy's: Police A Connecticut man was arrested after he was found in a Wendy’s parking lot, asleep at the wheel with a stolen firearm, authorities said. At approximately 5:20 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21, Milford Police officers said they responded to the Wendy’s at 718 Bridgeport Avenue on reports of a man asleep behind the wheel of his car. Upon arriving at the fast-food restaurant, they saw Joseph Kenyhercz, aged 40, sleeping in the driver's seat of his car while it was still in the driving lane of the parking lot. Next to Kenyhercz was a Springfield Armory XD .45 caliber, authorities reported. An …

by Sophie Grieser

06/25/2023

News

Prize-Winning Take 5 Ticket Sold At This Long Island Mini Mart A winning ticket worth tens of thousands of dollars was sold at a Long Island convenience store and has not yet been claimed, according to lottery officials. The New York Lottery announced on Thursday, June 22 that a top-prize Take 5 evening drawing ticket was sold at the Ultra Mini Mart located at 351 Scranton Avenue in Lynbrook, meaning one lucky winner is $36,173 richer. Take 5 numbers are drawn from a field of one through 39, with drawings televised twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Lottery game prizes may be claimed up to one year from the drawing date. The New York Lottery …

by Sophie Grieser

06/25/2023

Lifestyle

Yorktown Ranks As Safest Small Town In Nation, New Report Says A new report dubs a small Westchester locale the safest in the nation, with a town in a neighboring county making the top 10. MoneyGeek’s annual report ranking the safety of small towns and cities across the nation has officially named Yorktown, New York in the number one spot, according to new data released in May 2023. In an effort to answer the question, “Are small towns really safer than big cities?”, MoneyGeek analyzed crime statistics – including both violent crimes, such as murder, and property crimes, such as burglary. Additionally, MoneyGeek quantifies the cost of crime and ran…

by Sophie Grieser

06/25/2023

Lifestyle

Casting Call: Hit HBO Show Searching For Actors In Hudson Valley A popular HBO show is looking for actors from the region for the its new season. Grant Wilfley Casting is searching for twin babies to portray a 6-month-old daughter for scenes in “Pretty Little Liars,” according to the casting call. GWC is looking for talent in the Orange County area, and this is where scenes are scheduled to be shot on Wednesday, July 12. In addition, actors (and their parents) should be prepared for two travel days into Manhattan on Tuesday, July 11 and Thursday, July 13. The production will provide transportation. Those applying should note their children’s ages – …

by Sophie Grieser

06/24/2023

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