Michael Mashburn

Reporter

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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

Mineola, NY
Breaking News
Hochul Blames Trump As LIRR Strike Threatens To Disrupt 300K Commuters Hochul Blames Trump As LIRR Strike Threatens To Disrupt 300K Commuters
Hochul Blames Trump As Lirr Strike Threatens To Disrupt 300K Commuters Gov. Kathy Hochul is pinning the blame on President Donald Trump for a stalled contract dispute that could push Long Island Rail Road workers to strike, threatening commutes for nearly 300,000 riders. In a statement Monday, Sept. 15, Hochul accused Trump and his administration of fueling the breakdown in negotiations by allowing the National Mediation Board to release the unions and the LIRR from talks. “Make no mistake, this is a strike encouraged by Donald Trump and enabled by his allies in Washington,” Hochul said. “The reckless actions of the Trump administration’s National Mediation Bo…

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by Michael Mashburn
Catskill, NY
Breaking News
Stranger Broke Into Motel, Raped Woman Next To Child In Catskill, Police Say Stranger Broke Into Motel, Raped Woman Next To Child In Catskill, Police Say
Stranger Broke Into Motel, Raped Woman Next To Child In Catskill, Police Say A 59-year-old man is accused of breaking into a Greene County cabin and sexually assaulting a sleeping woman while a child was present. The incident happened around 12:45 a.m. Friday, Sept. 12, at Rainbow Cabins on State Route 32 in the town of Catskill, according to New York State Police. Danny Fuller, of Catskill, illegally entered a cabin where a 48-year-old woman was asleep in bed and sexually assaulted her, police said. She woke up, a brief struggle followed, and Fuller fled to his nearby home. A 3-year-old child under the woman’s care was also inside the cabin at the time. The child …

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by Michael Mashburn
Cohoes, NY
Breaking News
Woman's Murder Triggers Manhunt In Cohoes (DEVELOPING) Woman's Murder Triggers Manhunt In Cohoes (DEVELOPING)
Woman's Murder Triggers Manhunt In Cohoes (Developing) A multi-agency manhunt is underway after a woman was found murdered inside her Albany County home. Cohoes Police responded to a residence on Earl Lynn Court around 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, where they found a deceased woman inside, police said. She has since been identified as 41-year-old Amanda Rodriguez. An official cause of death had not been released as of Monday, Sept. 15. Investigators quickly zeroed in on Rodriguez’ boyfriend, 53-year-old Anthony Bechand, according to police. He fled the home in a white Chevrolet Silverado. The truck was located unoccupied later Sunday on Count…

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by Michael Mashburn
Patchogue-Medford, NY
Breaking News
E-Bike Rider Killed In Early-Morning Crash At Medford Intersection E-Bike Rider Killed In Early-Morning Crash At Medford Intersection
E-Bike Rider Killed In Early-Morning Crash At Medford Intersection An early-morning crash in Medford claimed the life of a 35-year-old e-bike operator. The wreck happened at the intersection of Route 112 and Woodside Avenue at around 6:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 12, according to Suffolk County Police. Gilberto Guilbe, of Far Rockaway, was riding an e-bike eastbound on Woodside Avenue when he collided with a 1998 Chevrolet pickup truck traveling north on Route 112, police said. He was taken to NYU Langone Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The pickup driver, a 39-year-old Bay Shore man, was not injured in the crash, police said. Both the e-bike and the t…

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by Michael Mashburn
Riverhead, NY
Obituaries
Young EMT Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash Was Disabled Veteran Mom’s Caretaker Young EMT Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash Was Disabled Veteran Mom’s Caretaker
Young EMT Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash Was Disabled Veteran Mom’s Caretaker A young EMT and aspiring nurse is being remembered as a devoted son, brother, and friend after his life was cut short in a motorcycle crash on Long Island. Aiden LoMele, 18, of Whitestone, Queens, was fatally injured in a collision at a busy Riverhead intersection on Tuesday, Sept. 9, as Daily Voice reported. The crash happened around 2:20 p.m. on Center Drive, just south of West Main Street, according to Riverhead Town Police. LoMele was riding a 2022 Honda motorcycle when he stopped in front of a tractor-trailer at a red light. When the light turned green, the truck began moving and col…

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by Michael Mashburn
Albany, NY
Your Community
Cameras Inside Albany School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK' Cameras Inside Albany School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK'
Cameras Inside Albany School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK' The recent opening of an Albany charter high school has sparked concern among parents after videos showed surveillance cameras mounted inside student bathrooms. KIPP Capital High School, which opened this fall in Albany, features a modern, open-concept design that includes bathrooms without entry doors and cameras positioned above the sink areas. A TikTok video touring the facility drew attention online, with one woman exclaiming, “I can’t believe that’s really a camera there.” The clip shows ceiling-mounted cameras near the sinks and a large window facing the school’s parking lot. The vi…

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by Michael Mashburn
Watervliet, NY
Breaking News
Guardian To Blame For Teen Having 2 Handguns, Watervliet Police Say Guardian To Blame For Teen Having 2 Handguns, Watervliet Police Say
Guardian To Blame For Teen Having 2 Handguns, Watervliet Police Say A 16-year-old boy and his guardian are facing charges following the recovery of two handguns in upstate New York. Kierra Allen, 37, of Watervliet, was arrested Wednesday, Sept. 10, after police said she failed to adequately supervise the teen, who was allegedly found in possession of two handguns. The boy was charged with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, a felony. Allen is charged with endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor. According to investigators, the teen has a criminal history including a 2023 charge for possession and unlawful discharge of a flare gun. In …

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by Michael Mashburn
West Babylon, NY
Breaking News
West Babylon Man Evading Cops Hit, Killed Toy Collector, DA Says West Babylon Man Evading Cops Hit, Killed Toy Collector, DA Says
West Babylon Man Evading Cops Hit, Killed Toy Collector, DA Says A 24-year-old Long Island man was formally charged in a crash that killed a New Jersey native. Jason Jean-Joseph, of West Babylon, was arraigned on manslaughter, weapon possession, and related charges in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, Sept. 11, in the June crash that killed 29-year-old Hillel Fuld. Fuld, originally from Teaneck and living in Wyandanch, was gravely injured around 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jun 13, near Wyandanch and Mount avenues, as Daily Voice reported. Moments before the collision, a Suffolk County police officer attempted to stop Jean-Joseph’s 2018 BMW 5 Series. Ins…

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by Michael Mashburn
National Interest
Panthers Fire SUNY Albany Grad Who Mocked Charlie Kirk's Murder In Social Post Panthers Fire SUNY Albany Grad Who Mocked Charlie Kirk's Murder In Social Post
Panthers Fire SUNY Albany Grad Who Mocked Charlie Kirk's Murder In Social Post A communications staffer for the Carolina Panthers has been fired after posting an insensitive message on social media in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder. Charlie Rock, a football communications coordinator, was let go following a controversial Instagram post, The Charlotte Observer reports. Rock’s post reportedly featured a photo of Kirk with the caption: “Why are yall sad? Your man said it was worth it …” — a reference to comments Kirk previously made about mass shootings. The caption also included a nod to the Wu-Tang Clan song “Protect Ya Neck.” In a statement released on X, the Pant…

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by Michael Mashburn
Riverhead, NY
Breaking News
15-Year-Old Resident Fled Christian Youth Facility In Riverhead, Police Say 15-Year-Old Resident Fled Christian Youth Facility In Riverhead, Police Say
15-Year-Old Resident Fled Christian Youth Facility In Riverhead, Police Say Authorities are asking for help in locating a teenage resident who ran away from a Christian youth facility on Long Island. Julian Carbajal, 15, ran away from Timothy Hill Ranch in Riverhead around 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, according to the Riverhead Town Police Department. Carbajal is 5-foot-7 and 158 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, black t-shirt, black zippered hooded sweatshirt, and black boots. No foul play is suspected, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact Riverhead Town Police at 631-727-4500. Share this story by…

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