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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

News

After Raping 6-Year-Old, Long Island Man Gave Victim 'Pocket Change,' DA Says A Long Island man is facing more than a decade in prison after admitting that he raped a 6-year-old girl. Jose Romero, age 34, of Centereach, pleaded guilty to first-degree rape in Suffolk County Court on Wednesday, April 12. According to prosecutors, Romero sexually abused the child in October 2021, and then gave her “pocket change” and told her not to tell her parents. The girl immediately reported the abuse to her parents, who then contacted police. She was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital, where a sexual assault examination linked Romero’s DNA to the crime, prosecutors said. “…

by Michael Mashburn

04/15/2023

Lifestyle

Burgers Sold Through ‘Speakeasy' Window At Long Island Eatery Nominated For Best In State The best hamburgers in New York may just come from a hidden, speakeasy-style window set in a black iron door below a flashing red light that signals when the grill is on. “The only way to find out, is to find out! Follow the red light!” reads the Instagram bio for Blackdoor Burger, a Long Beach restaurant known for keeping its exact location hush-hush. “#IfYouKnowYouKnow,” reads an Instagram post from June 2018. Rumor has it that those with a nose for tracking the tantalizing aroma of sizzling beef may get a whiff along New York Avenue, but that’s as much as this reporter is willing to d…

by Michael Mashburn

04/15/2023

Business

New 'Circus' Themed Sweet Treat Makes Debut At Stewart's Shops The circus has come to town, albeit much bluer than you remember. Popular convenience store chain Stewart’s Shops has officially debuted its new, limited-edition dairy shake refresher, the Circus Shake. The 15 ounce, turquoise-colored beverage is described as a sweet, cotton candy flavored drink meant to “take you straight to the circus with every sip!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stewart's Shops (@stewartsshops) “Whether you’d enjoy this Refresher as a snack or dessert, the Circus Shake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth…

by Michael Mashburn

04/15/2023

Obituaries

‘A True Gentleman’: Retired Nysp Trooper Dies At Age 61 From 9/11-Related Illness Decades after he helped search for survivors buried in the rubble of the World Trade Center following the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, a retired New York State Police trooper has died. Patrick Hogan, of North Greenbush in Rensselaer County, died Thursday, April 13, at the age of 61 from an illness stemming from his time at what became known as Ground Zero, according to State Police. The New York State Troopers PBA, which represents nearly 6,000 retired and active members of the New York State Police, said Hogan’s death will be considered a “line-of-duty death.” Born and raised in Tro…

by Michael Mashburn

04/14/2023

Police & Fire

1 Killed, Multiple Homes Damaged After Fire At Mobile Home Park In Capital Region One person is dead and several homes are damaged after a fire tore through a mobile home park in the region. Multiple fire departments in Rensselaer County were called at around 3:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13, with reports of a fire in East Greenbush, at the Hanley Motor Home Park on Columbia Turnpike. When crews arrived, they found one home fully engulfed in flames, according to East Greenbush Police. Fire also damaged several neighboring buildings. Happened across a fatal fire in East Greenbush this afternoon. Ya gotta give volunteer fire fighters a ton of credit. #eastgreenbushfirede…

by Michael Mashburn

04/14/2023

Police & Fire

Know Them? Trio Nabs Massage Guns, Lego Sets From Long Island Target Police are working to identify three people accused of stealing more than $1,200 in merchandise from a Long Island Target. The theft occurred on March 19 in Medford, at the Target on Horseblock Road, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said three men stole massage guns and Lego sets valued at approximately $1,260. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest. Those with tips are asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-200-TIPS. All calls, text messages, and emails will stay confidential.

by Michael Mashburn

04/14/2023

News

Update: Missing 14-Year-Old Found Safe Update: A 14-year-old boy who was reported missing and was believed to be in the region has been found. Peter Duguid, age 14, had last been seen by relatives on Wednesday, April 12, according to New York State Police. On Thursday, April 13, troopers announced that Duguid had been located "in good health." Original story: Police are asking for help in locating a missing 14-year-old boy believed to be in the region. Peter Duguid, age 14, was last seen by relatives on Wednesday, April 12, according to New York State Police. Troopers said he is believed to be in the Scotia area in Sc…

by Michael Mashburn

04/13/2023

Police & Fire

Found: Woman Went Missing After Leaving Bar On Long Island Update: A Long Island woman who disappeared after leaving a local bar has been found. Heather Robinson, age 36, of Miller Place, was last seen at around 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 12, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said Robinson got into the car of an acquaintance after leaving a Patchogue bar, located on Route 112, and never made it home. Late Saturday night, April 15, police reported that Robinson "has been located and is unharmed." Original Report: Police are asking for assistance in locating a woman who disappeared after leaving a Long Island bar. Heather Robinson,…

by Michael Mashburn

04/13/2023

News

Update: Long Island 16-Year-Old Missing Over A Week Found Update: A 16-year-old girl from Long Island who was reported missing has been found. Rameyah-Jamison Brown, age 16, had last been seen at her Mastic Beach home, located on Cedar Road, on Wednesday, April 5, according to Suffolk County Police. On Thursday, April 13, police announced that she has been found and is unharmed. Original story: Police are investigating the disappearance of a 16-year-old Long Island girl who has been missing for over a week. Rameyah-Jamison Brown, age 16, was last seen at her Mastic Beach home, located on Cedar Road, on Wednesday, April 5, according to Su…

by Michael Mashburn

04/13/2023

Politics

‘Stop The Bloodshed’: Louisville Shooting Could’ve Been Prevented By Red Flag Law, Hochul Says Recent mass shootings that killed six people at an elementary school in Tennessee and five more at a bank in Kentucky might not have occurred had those states implemented so-called “red flag” laws like New York, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul. In an op-ed written for USA Today Network and shared on the governor's website, Hochul touted the measures, which allow a court to issue an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) that temporarily prohibits someone from buying or possessing a gun should they be deemed a danger to themselves or others. Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the state’s ERPO in…

by Michael Mashburn

04/13/2023

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