Michael Mashburn

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Michael joined Daily Voice in April 2022, reporting on breaking news and community stories across New York’s Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Long Island. His coverage ranges from major incidents and investigations to human-interest features, with a focus on clear, accurate reporting that connects readers with the stories shaping their communities.

Prior to joining Daily Voice, he worked in radio news, reporting and anchoring for ABC affiliate KTAR in Phoenix and delivering news and traffic reports for KOMO in Seattle through iHeartMedia. He has also written and anchored national news content distributed to radio stations across the country through NBC News Radio.

Michael earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Arizona State University in May 2014.

Michael Mashburn's Contributions

National Interest
Schenectady 100-Year-Old Still Dances Through Life—And Shares Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going' Schenectady 100-Year-Old Still Dances Through Life—And Shares Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going'
Schenectady 100-Year-Old Still Dances Through Life—And Shares Secrets: 'You Have To Keep Going' Don’t bother telling Toni Cilberti to act her age — she’s far too busy. At 100, the Schenectady native still hits the gym and keeps a busier social calendar than most 20-somethings. “The sad part is if [people] don’t know me, and they know I’m 100, they probably think that I’m wheelchair bound and I can’t move,” she told Daily Voice. “I’m totally the opposite.” Far from needing a wheelchair, these days Cilberti zips around the Capital Region in her “comfy” red Hyundai Tiburon sports car and fills her days with movement. Since her 70s, she's collected gold medals in prediction walking,…

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by Michael Mashburn
Kingston, NY
Breaking News
Trio Caught Burglarizing Kingston Home, Police Say Trio Caught Burglarizing Kingston Home, Police Say
Trio Caught Burglarizing Kingston Home, Police Say Three home burglars were caught in the act in Ulster County, police said. Officers on a routine patrol conducted a premise check at a Kingston residence on Emerson Street south of Lucas Avenue and interrupted a burglary in progress Thursday, Oct. 23, Kingston Police said. Two suspects attempted to flee but were quickly arrested, while a third was found in a nearby car, police said. Authorities identified the suspects as: Christopher Escobar, 39, of Rhinebeck Zachary Wagner, 32, of Kingston Jade Terwillegar, 30, of Port Ewen All three were booked on burglary and related charges, and were …

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by Michael Mashburn
National Interest
Rockefeller Center’s Christmas Tree Hails From East Greenbush Home Rockefeller Center’s Christmas Tree Hails From East Greenbush Home
Rockefeller Center’s Christmas Tree Hails From East Greenbush Home It’s official — this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is coming from Upstate New York, and it's a beaut. The iconic holiday centerpiece, a 75-foot Norway Spruce weighing 11 tons, was donated by the Russ family of East Greenbush, Rockefeller Center announced Monday, Oct. 27. The tree, planted more than 60 years ago, has been part of the Russ family’s backdrop for birthdays, graduations, and gatherings. Now, it’s heading to Manhattan to become part of the city’s most famous holiday tradition. “I’m excited to make more cherished memories with my family and childhood friends as it beco…

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by Michael Mashburn
Greenville, NY
Breaking News
Child Injured After Speeder Slams Head-On Into School Bus In Rensselaerville, Police Say Child Injured After Speeder Slams Head-On Into School Bus In Rensselaerville, Police Say
Child Injured After Speeder Slams Head-On Into School Bus In Rensselaerville, Police Say A 20-year-old man is facing charges after allegedly speeding and crashing head-on into a school bus carrying children in Albany County. The wreck happened around 7:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, on State Route 145 in Rensselaerville, according to New York State Police. Curtis Williams was driving southbound at a high rate of speed when he crossed into the northbound lane and struck a Middleburgh Central School District bus, police said. The bus was occupied by the driver, an adult attendant, and five students. Williams’ vehicle overturned after impact and struck a utility pole. One child on the …

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by Michael Mashburn
Mastic-Shirley, NY
Breaking News
Two Sisters Stab 21-Year-Old Man In Mastic Fight, Police Say Two Sisters Stab 21-Year-Old Man In Mastic Fight, Police Say
Two Sisters Stab 21-Year-Old Man In Mastic Fight, Police Say Two sisters are facing felony charges after a 21-year-old man was stabbed during a fight outside a Long Island home. Emergency crews in Mastic responded to a residence on Dana Avenue for a stabbing around 10:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, according to Suffolk County Police. The victim was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment of his injuries. His condition was not immediately released. Following an investigation, detectives arrested Bay Shore sisters Diamond King, 18, and Myia King-Harrison, 19. Both were arraigned in First District Court on charges of gang assault and assault…

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by Michael Mashburn
National Interest
Worker Dies In Fall At Tunnel Project: 'Hardest Worker You'd Meet,' Says Levittown Daughter Worker Dies In Fall At Tunnel Project: 'Hardest Worker You'd Meet,' Says Levittown Daughter
Worker Dies In Fall At Tunnel Project: 'Hardest Worker You'd Meet,' Says Levittown Daughter A 52-year-old Long Island construction worker fell to his death while working on the massive Gateway Tunnel project beneath the Hudson River. Jorge Sanchez, of Levittown, NY, was working on a newly poured concrete wall when he fell about 50 feet into a pit at the Manhattan jobsite on Thursday morning, Oct. 23, according to FDNY officials. Emergency crews were called around 8:50 a.m. and arrived within three minutes. Firefighters climbed into the pit, began CPR, and hoisted Sanchez out using a rescue basket. He was transferred to the hospital in critical condition but later died. The exact …

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by Michael Mashburn
Bellmore, NY
Breaking News
Motorcyclist ID'd After Killed By Drunk Driver In North Bellmore, Police Say (UPDATE) Motorcyclist ID'd After Killed By Drunk Driver In North Bellmore, Police Say (UPDATE)
Motorcyclist ID'd After Killed By Drunk Driver In North Bellmore, Police Say (Update) A drunk driver killed a motorcyclist in a Long Island crash before fleeing the scene on foot, police said. The wreck happened around 11 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, in North Bellmore, on North Jerusalem Road and Sherman Avenue, according to Nassau County Police. Daniel Bliss, 63, was riding a Harley Davidson eastbound when he collided with a Chevrolet driven westbound by 59-year-old Patrick Thompson, police said. Bliss, of North Bellmore, suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.  Thompson, of Levittown, fled on foot but was tracked down a short time later by the depart…

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by Michael Mashburn
National Interest
Close Shave: Albany Inmate Smuggles Razors, Drugs Where The Sun Don't Shine Close Shave: Albany Inmate Smuggles Razors, Drugs Where The Sun Don't Shine
Close Shave: Albany Inmate Smuggles Razors, Drugs Where The Sun Don't Shine Talk about a close shave. Corrections officers at the Albany County Jail found razors and drugs hidden inside an inmate’s body, according to sheriff’s officials. Officers seized two razors and marijuana, despite efforts to conceal the items inside the inmate’s body, Sheriff Craig Apple said. Photos shared with the post showed the contraband packaged in plastic baggies and an x-ray, the blades clearly visible near the inmate’s pelvis. Apple said such incidents highlight the risks officers face each day. He went on to praise what he called their “vigilance and professionalism.” “Unfortunat…

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by Michael Mashburn
Mineola, NY
Breaking News
NYC Man Stabs Wife, 12-Year-Old Stepdaughter In Brutal Attack, Police Say NYC Man Stabs Wife, 12-Year-Old Stepdaughter In Brutal Attack, Police Say
NYC Man Stabs Wife, 12-Year-Old Stepdaughter In Brutal Attack, Police Say A Bronx man is facing multiple charges after allegedly stabbing his wife and 12-year-old stepdaughter inside their home while his two other young children were present, police said. The incident happened Wednesday night, Oct. 22, shortly before 11:15 p.m. at a residence on East 173rd Street in the Crotona Park East section of the Bronx, according to the NYPD. Officers arrived to find a 31-year-old woman suffering from a stab wound to her abdomen and a slash to her face. Her 12-year-old daughter was also found with multiple stab wounds to the head and a slash on her face, police said. Autho…

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by Michael Mashburn
Bay Shore, NY
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‘Predatory’ Bay Shore Man Used Women’s Addictions To Traffic Them For Sex, Jury Finds ‘Predatory’ Bay Shore Man Used Women’s Addictions To Traffic Them For Sex, Jury Finds
‘Predatory’ Bay Shore Man Used Women’s Addictions To Traffic Them For Sex, Jury Finds A Long Island man preyed on vulnerable women hooked on hard drugs to force them into sex trafficking, a jury found. Freddie Rice, 34, of Bay Shore, was found guilty of sex trafficking Friday, Oct. 24, by a Nassau County jury who concluded he used drugs and financial coercion to control his victims. Prosecutors argued that Rice exploited the addictions of multiple women between August 2019 and December 2023, withholding heroin and crack cocaine to force them into sex acts with third parties for money. The women were required to turn over all proceeds to Rice, and if they failed, he punishe…

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