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Sophie Grieser

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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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Woman Sentenced For Horrific Stabbing Of Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner Woman Sentenced For Horrific Stabbing Of Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner
Woman Sentenced For Horrific Stabbing Of Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner A Hudson Valley woman will face over a decade behind bars after a jury convicted her for brutally stabbing a restaurant owner. The Rockland District Attorney announced that Evelyn Lopez, a resident of Spring Valley, was sentenced on Wednesday, May 24 to nearly 11 years in state prison after she was convicted of stabbing the woman in March 2022. Lopez’s sentence includes nine years in state prison for the assault itself, and 364 days each for two counts of criminal possession of a weapon. According to the DA’s Office, the victim was closing her business for the night on March 10, 2022. A…

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Man Who Threw Gun, Drugs While Fleeing Police On Long Island Convicted Man Who Threw Gun, Drugs While Fleeing Police On Long Island Convicted
Man Who Threw Gun, Drugs While Fleeing Police On Long Island Convicted A Long Island man has been convicted of possessing a loaded illegal loaded gun and drugs after a noise complaint turned into a foot chase, authorities said. Joe Nunez, aged 34, of Copiague, was found guilty by jury trial of felony charges that originated from an unrelated noise complaint, the Suffolk County District Attorney announced. According to the trial, on August 14, 2022, police responded to noise complaints near Campagnoli Avenue. After wrapping up addressing the complaints, Nunez was seen by police driving an unregistered dirt bike. He fled on the bike when officers approache…

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Police & Fire
$17,000 Bank Fraud Scam Targets Long Island Man $17,000 Bank Fraud Scam Targets Long Island Man
$17,000 Bank Fraud Scam Targets Long Island Man A Long Island man was the victim of a bank fraud scam that cost him nearly $17,000, according to police. On Tuesday, May 9, a 44-year-old Flower Hill man attempted to purchase an item online, the Nassau County Police Department reported. However, the website asked the man to provide personal information, and he soon canceled the purchasing process as it made him uncomfortable. The next day, the victim received a call from an unknown man claiming he was a Bank of America Fraud Specialist, police said. According to the scammer, the victim’s bank account had been compromised, and in orde…

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Business
New Jefferson Valley Eatery Cited For Unique Atmosphere, Appetizing Options New Jefferson Valley Eatery Cited For Unique Atmosphere, Appetizing Options
New Jefferson Valley Eatery Cited For Unique Atmosphere, Appetizing Options A brand-new eatery in Northern Westchester is quickly making a splash. The new coffee spot boasts its own roastery, live music, and "a unique experience that goes beyond your typical cafe." Common Grounds Cafe Lounge, located in Jefferson Valley at 3677 Hill Boulevard, may have only opened its doors at the end of March 2023 but has already made a name for itself by providing guests with a cozy and unique atmosphere alongside its handcrafted beverages. The eatery, which features large windows and plenty of greenery, mixes an industrial style with modern touches, from handpainted murals to …

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News
Street Racing Bust: 20-Year-Old From Norwalk Accused Of Leading Statewide Takeovers Street Racing Bust: 20-Year-Old From Norwalk Accused Of Leading Statewide Takeovers
Street Racing Bust: 20-Year-Old From Norwalk Accused Of Leading Statewide Takeovers Police believe they've nabbed the person behind a string of racing incidents dubbed “street takeovers" in Connecticut. A 20-year-old Fairfield County resident, Jefferson Duron, of Norwalk, was arrested at approximately 1:40 p.m. on Monday, May 22, for being a ring leader in a series of illegal street racing events, according to Connecticut State Police. The arrest came after months of police investigations into “street takeover” events, where racers and spectators gather to race cars, perform a burnout with their cars, set off fireworks, and more, officials said. Authorities reporte…

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Schools
New Mascot Ban Guidance: Long Island Schools May Lose Funding 'As Last Resort' For Defiance New Mascot Ban Guidance: Long Island Schools May Lose Funding 'As Last Resort' For Defiance
New Mascot Ban Guidance: Long Island Schools May Lose Funding 'As Last Resort' For Defiance Official guidelines regarding a Native American mascot ban that affects a dozen Long Island schools warned that districts that do not comply could face a variety of consequences, but losing funding will be a ‘last resort,’ education officials said. The New York State Department of Education (NYSED) released its guidelines regarding the  Board of Regents' April 2023 decision to ban the use of Indigenous names, logos, and mascots by public schools, including what local schools will face as consequences and what will not need to be changed. Earlier Report: Native American Mascot Ban Prompt…

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New Update: Long Island Dance Teacher Charged For Sex Crimes With Students New Update: Long Island Dance Teacher Charged For Sex Crimes With Students
New Update: Long Island Dance Teacher Charged For Sex Crimes With Students A Long Island dance instructor has been arrested and charged for reportedly engaging in inappropriate and sexual conversations with girls half his age, officials said. Centereach resident Jordan Viscomi, aged 30, was arrested on Wednesday, May 17 for the conversations, which occurred in April 2023, according to Suffolk County Police. Related story: Ariana Grande's Ex-Boyfriend, NY Dance Instructor, Sexted With Underage Students, Police Say An investigation by the SCPD claims that Viscomi befriended two female girls, ages 15 and 16, at the Oakdale David Sanders Dance Dynamics, located…

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Traffic
Construction On 3 Long Island Projects Paused Construction On 3 Long Island Projects Paused
Construction On 3 Long Island Projects Paused Two Long Island drawbridge projects and one ferry plaza project will be paused with the intention of easing tourists’ travel this summer. On Friday, May 19, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that the three Long Island construction projects will be paused until the fall in order to minimize travel times this summer. The projects that will be paused are: Meadowbrook Parkway Drawbridge (Nassau County) Loop Parkway Drawbridge (Nassau County) Shelter Island Ferry Plaza Reconstruction (Suffolk County) “Visitors from across the world come to Long Island to enjoy our world-renowned beaches, scenic w…

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Three-Time Long Island Burglar Pleads Guilty For String Of Lowe’s Thefts Three-Time Long Island Burglar Pleads Guilty For String Of Lowe’s Thefts
Three-Time Long Island Burglar Pleads Guilty For String Of Lowe’s Thefts A Long Island man who allegedly stole over $3,000 from a Lowe’s store three times has pleaded guilty, officials said. The plea came on Tuesday, May 16 from Terry Smith, aged 60, of Riverhead, the Suffolk County District Attorney announced. Smith is accused of burglarizing the Lowe’s Home Improvement Store located on Old Country Road in Riverhead on three separate occasions. On November 10, 2021, Smith walked out of Lowe’s with a shopping cart of unpaid merchandise, which included a spray gun kit, hedge trimmers, and a chainsaw having a value of nearly $3,000, according to the court docu…

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Lifestyle
Brand-New Deli Off To Strong Start In Chappaqua Brand-New Deli Off To Strong Start In Chappaqua
Brand-New Deli Off To Strong Start In Chappaqua A family-owned Northern Westchester deli’s first month in business has seen a promising start. Mexcellent Deli, located in Chappaqua at 27 South Greeley Ave., opened on Tuesday, April 18. The deli offers “traditional Mexican cuisine combined with American deli fare,” according to the eatery’s website. In addition to buying their meals in-store, Mexcellent offers catering services. “Much more than a Deli!” wrote David K. of Chappaqua in a five-star review on Mexcellent’s Yelp page. “Excellent food and a very friendly staff. ... This will become a regular destination.” Posted by mexce…

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