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Joe Lombardi

Managing Editor

jlombardi@dailyvoice.com

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Joe Lombardi, Daily Voice's Managing Editor, has spent his professional career as a newsroom director, manager, editor, producer, writer, reporter and broadcaster who has worked at major websites, television networks, newspapers, magazines and radio stations and as a book author.

The Manhattan native, Irvington (NY) High School and University of Dayton graduate has been actively involved in web publishing for more than 25 years. In addition, he also has expertise in marketing, public relations and social media.

Lombardi rejoined Daily Voice in September 2013 as managing editor after serving as sports editorial consultant from August 2011 through January 2012. He was named to oversee editorial operations in the fall of 2017.

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Weather
Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why
Hurricane Season In 2024 Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, NOAA Says: Here's Why Get set for what could potentially be one of the most active hurricane seasons ever, according to a brand-new forecast by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center. The outlook, released Thursday, May 23, predicts an 85 percent chance of an above-normal season, a 10 percent chance of a near-normal season, and a 5 percent chance of a below-normal season. NOAA is forecasting 17 to 25 named storms (winds of 39 miles per hour or higher).  Of those, eight to 13 are forecast to become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or hig…

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Weather
Line Of Severe Thunderstorms With Downpours, Gusty Winds, Lightning Now Sweeping Through Region Line Of Severe Thunderstorms With Downpours, Gusty Winds, Lightning Now Sweeping Through Region
Line Of Severe Thunderstorms With Downpours, Gusty Winds, Lightning Now Sweeping Through Region A line of severe thunderstorms is sweeping through the region from west to east. A radar image of the region at around 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 23, shows the areas (marked in red) where there are dangerous storms Heavy downpours, gusty winds, thunder, and frequent lightning are being reported. A few storms could have hail around 1-inch diameter, according to the National Weather Service. Severe Thunderstorm Warnings first started being issued around 8 a.m. Thursday. Earlier report - Timing Shifts For Potentially Severe Storm System Headed To Northeast: Here's Latest After st…

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Police & Fire
38-Year-Old Charged After Fatal Overnight Brentwood Crash 38-Year-Old Charged After Fatal Overnight Brentwood Crash
38-Year-Old Charged After Fatal Overnight Brentwood Crash A man has been charged after a fatal overnight crash on Long Island. It happened around 11 p.m. Wednesday, May 22. The man was driving a 2017 Kia Forte in Brentwood eastbound on Suffolk Avenue when the vehicle struck the victim in the roadway in front of 500 Suffolk Ave. at approximately 11 p.m. The man who was struck, who has not yet been identified by police, was pronounced dead at the scene by a physician assistant from the Office of the Suffolk County Medical Examiner. Third Squad detectives charged Ian Fox, age 38, of Brentwood, with aggravated unlicensed operation of …

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Weather
Timing Shifts For Potentially Severe Storm System Headed To Northeast: Here's Latest Timing Shifts For Potentially Severe Storm System Headed To Northeast: Here's Latest
Timing Shifts For Potentially Severe Storm System Headed To Northeast: Here's Latest The projected timing has shifted for a potentially severe storm system accompanying a strong cold front that will sweep across the Northeast. The system is expected to move from west to east starting in the morning on Thursday, May 23. The most powerful storms are still expected later -- mainly in the late afternoon and early evening. Here's the latest from the National Weather Service: Showers and thunderstorms develop in the morning and move across the area into the early afternoon. A few storms could be strong to severe with damaging wind gusts and hail around 1-inch diameter poss…

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Police & Fire
2 Women Charged With Prostitution After Raid At Ronkonkoma Massage Parlor 2 Women Charged With Prostitution After Raid At Ronkonkoma Massage Parlor
2 Women Charged With Prostitution After Raid At Ronkonkoma Massage Parlor Two women are facing prostitution charges after a raid at a Long Island massage parlor. In response to numerous community complaints, authorities conducted an investigation at Crystal Spa Jin in Ronkonkoma, located at 2411B Chestnut Ave., at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 21. Queens residents Zoey Chen, age 51, of Forest Hills, and Xiao Qiu Qian, age 47, of Whitestone, were each charged with: Unauthorized practice of a profession, Prostitution. Chen and Qiu Qian were given Desk Appearance Tickets and are scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip a…

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Weather
Scattered Storms Possible Before More Potent System Takes Aim At Region: Here's Timing Scattered Storms Possible Before More Potent System Takes Aim At Region: Here's Timing
Scattered Storms Possible Before More Potent System Takes Aim At Region: Here's Timing Scattered storms are possible before a separate, more severe and widespread system takes aim at the region. Wednesday, May 22, will be sunny during the day with high heat and humidity which could lead the way to scattered storms, mainly in the early evening. The high temperature will generally be in mid-80s and hit the upper 80s in some spots. The more potent, widespread system will move in starting Thursday afternoon, May 23. "From Thursday to Thursday evening, storms that develop along the Northeast coast will have the potential to turn severe," according to AccuWeather.com. "Hazards su…

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Weather
Memorial Day Outlook Released: Here's What To Expect For Unofficial Start Of Summer Memorial Day Outlook Released: Here's What To Expect For Unofficial Start Of Summer
Memorial Day Outlook Released: Here's What To Expect For Unofficial Start Of Summer Memorial Day is a week away, but now, long-range projections reveal what to expect weather-wise for the unofficial start of summer. According to AccuWeather.com, an active weather pattern from the Midwest will shift to the Northeast by Monday, May 27. That means precipitation will pose a threat to outdoor plans. In the image above, showers are expected in much of the Northeast on Memorial Day (areas shown in light green). It's too early to say if the day will be a complete washout or if the showers will be intermittent. The long weekend will start with ideal conditions on Friday, Ma…

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Weather
Storm System Taking Aim At Northeast Could Bring Gusty Winds, Flooding Downpours: Here's Timing Storm System Taking Aim At Northeast Could Bring Gusty Winds, Flooding Downpours: Here's Timing
Storm System Taking Aim At Northeast Could Bring Gusty Winds, Flooding Downpours: Here's Timing A system accompanying a cold front on track for the Northeast could bring scattered severe storms with damaging winds and flooding downpours. The system will move in starting on Thursday afternoon, May 23. "From Thursday to Thursday evening, storms that develop along the Northeast coast will have the potential to turn severe," according to AccuWeather.com. "Hazards such as gusty winds, flooding downpours, and hail can arise in the strongest storms. "Commuters from late Thursday afternoon to evening should remain aware of the ongoing weather in the area and prepare for potential travel disr…

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Business
Red Lobster Files For Bankruptcy After Abruptly Closing Dozens Of Restaurants Red Lobster Files For Bankruptcy After Abruptly Closing Dozens Of Restaurants
Red Lobster Files For Bankruptcy After Abruptly Closing Dozens Of Restaurants Red Lobster has filed for bankruptcy just days after closing dozens of its restaurants. In its bankruptcy petition filed on Sunday, May 19, the company listed assets of $1 billion and liabilities of $10 billion. The filing stated that the company "intends to use the proceedings to drive operational improvements, simplify the business through a reduction in locations, and pursue a sale of substantially all of its assets as a going concern." The company said restaurants not listed as "temporarily closed" on its website will remain "open and operating as usual during the Chapter 11 process."…

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News
Travel Advisory For US Citizens Issued By State Department: Here's What To Know Travel Advisory For US Citizens Issued By State Department: Here's What To Know
Travel Advisory For US Citizens Issued By State Department: Here's What To Know The US State Department has just issued a worldwide travel advisory for Americans. The statement, issued Friday, May 17, warns of the “potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or violent actions against US citizens and interests.” The department said it is advising US citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.  "The Department of State is aware of the increased potential for foreign terrorist organization-inspired violence against LGBTQI+ persons and events," the statement noted. The department said US citizens should: Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists, in…

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