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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

Lifestyle

'Food Is Immaculate': New Restaurant In Capital Region Earning High Praise A new restaurant in the region is earning high praise days after opening. Rensselaer County’s Sabor Caribeño, located in Troy’s Little Italy neighborhood at 230 4th Street, held its grand opening on Saturday, June 17. The name translates to "Caribbean Flavor." Owned by Troy City Council member Steven Figueroa, the eatery serves up daily specials in addition to a limited menu of chicken and beef empanadas, as well as fried and stew chicken, and stew pork chops. Fresh delicious food at Sabor Caribeño we will be open today from 12 PM to 7:30 PM!!! Posted by Sabor Caribeño on Wednesday…

by Michael Mashburn

06/23/2023

Lifestyle

8-Year-Old 'Warrior' From Capital Region Needs Second Heart Transplant The community is rallying around the mother of an 8-year-old boy from the region who is waiting to undergo his second heart transplant. Rensselaer County resident Nicole Miller, of the town of Nassau, turned to GoFundMe for help after learning that her son Damien’s heart was failing two years after the boy was diagnosed with coronary artery disease. It marked the second time the young boy’s life was upended by heart issues, Miller recounted on the GoFundMe. When he was just 10 months old, Damien was airlifted to Boston Children’s Hospital after his heart stopped while being treated at Alb…

by Michael Mashburn

06/23/2023

Police & Fire

Stranger In Shower: Woman Entered Capital Region Home, Bathed Herself, Police Say A homeowner in the region got quite the surprise when they discovered a stranger bathing herself in their home. The incident happened just before 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 16 in Rensselaer County, at a home in Brunswick. New York State Police were contacted by the homeowner, who told troopers that a woman had entered their home without permission and used the shower. When troopers arrived, they found the suspect, 34-year-old Jessica Wise, of Troy, still inside the bathroom. As they were arresting her, troopers found her to be in possession of a glass smoking device containing drug residue,…

by Michael Mashburn

06/22/2023

News

Mystery No More: Backers Of George Santos' $500K Bond In Federal Criminal Case Revealed After more than a month, the question of who backed the half-million-dollar bond to free embattled New York Congressman George Santos from custody while his federal criminal case plays out has finally been answered. Documents unsealed in US District Court in the Eastern District of New York on Thursday, June 22, show that Santos’ father, Gercino dos Santos, and his aunt, Elma Preven, are the co-signers on his $500,000 bond. Santos' lawyer had argued that publicizing his relatives' identities could subject them to harassment from news organizations, but the judge rejected the plea. The 34-…

by Michael Mashburn

06/22/2023

News

Deadly Race: Duo Charged With Manslaughter In High-Speed Crash That Killed Long Island Father Two men are facing charges in connection with an alleged street racing crash on Long Island that killed a husband and father. Jared Cooper, age 19, and Jesus Bonilla, age 20, both of Commack, were arraigned on second-degree manslaughter and other charges in Suffolk County Court on Wednesday, June 21, in the death of James Beck. According to the Suffolk County DA’s Office, the two men were racing each other on the Jericho Turnpike in Huntington on Nov. 19, 2022. Witnesses told investigators they saw Cooper’s Saab SUV and Bonilla’s Honda sedan driving side by side at a high rate of spe…

by Michael Mashburn

06/22/2023

Police & Fire

Wanted 21-Year-Old Opens Fire On Officers During Arrest Attempt On Long Island, Police Say A 21-year-old robbery suspect shot at two police officers who then returned fire, injuring the gunman, during a shootout on Long Island, authorities said. The incident happened at around 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 21, in North Amityville, according to Suffolk County Police. At the time, the officers were transporting another inmate to a police station when they saw a man who was wanted for robbery and a missing firearm. The suspect, identified as Jayvon Bell, ran from the scene and the two officers chased after him on Maple Road, police said. As the officers were pursuing him, Bell pulled…

by Michael Mashburn

06/21/2023

Police & Fire

Update: 20-Year-Old Long Island Man Missing For 2 Weeks Found Update: A Long Island man who was missing for over two weeks has been located. Ashton Treadwell had last been seen leaving his Mastic home, located on the Poospatuck Reservation, at around 1 p.m. Sunday, June 4, according to Suffolk County Police. On Wednesday, June 21, police announced that Treadwell had been found and is unharmed. No additional information was made public. Original story: Authorities are seeking tips in the search for a 20-year-old Long Island man who has been missing for over a week. Ashton Treadwell was last seen leaving his Mastic home, located on the Poospat…

by Michael Mashburn

06/21/2023

Police & Fire

String Of Overnight Car Fires In Capital Region Under Investigation Police are working to determine whether a series of overnight car fires in the region are connected. Four separate fires were reported inside vehicles early Wednesday morning, June 21, in Rensselaer County, in the village of Lansingburgh, according to Troy Police. No structures were involved and there were no reports of injuries. “Our detectives have begun their investigation in an attempt to determine if the fires are related, any potential evidence involved and the identity of any potential suspects,” Troy Police Assistant Chief Steven Barker said in a statement. No suspects had been i…

by Michael Mashburn

06/21/2023

Lifestyle

Oh Deer: Boy Rescues Fawn From Swimming Pool At Long Island Home (Video) A 12-year-old Long Island boy has gone viral on social media after rescuing a baby deer that fell into his backyard swimming pool. The heartwarming incident was captured in a video posted to TikTok on Sunday, June 4 by Greg Masaitis, a Massapequa-based real estate agent. “She’s like a day old. I hope she don’t fall into the pool, I’m gonna have to go get her,” Masaitis says in the video seconds before the fawn walks straight into the pool outside his St. James home. When it becomes clear that the young animal can’t get out on its own, Masaitis and his son Anthony spring into action. “Jus…

by Michael Mashburn

06/21/2023

Police & Fire

Vandalism Spree: 24-Year-Old Damages Over Dozen Cars At Capital Region Park, Police Say A 24-year-old man is facing more than a dozen criminal charges after allegedly damaging numerous cars at a park in the region. The alleged vandalism spree happened at around 10 p.m. Sunday, June 18, in Saratoga County, at Saratoga Spa State Park in Saratoga Springs. Troopers responded to a 911 call about a man damaging parked vehicles at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, according to New York State Police. An investigation found that Scott Bullard, of Ballston, damaged 18 parked cars by standing and jumping on them. Bullard was arrested on suspicion of 18 counts of third-degree crimi…

by Michael Mashburn

06/20/2023

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