Sam Barron

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An (almost) lifelong Westchester resident, Sam has reported on all facets of Westchester since he graduated from Ryerson University with a degree in print journalism, including stints at North County News and The Examiner. A film columnist for WAG Magazine, Sam's moviegoing expertise has been profiled in the New York Times and he was a featured guest on VH1's Big Morning Buzz Live.

Sam was formerly a community editor at Daily Voice.

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Chappaqua, NY
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Plenty Of Changes In Northern Westchester Leadership In 2013 Plenty Of Changes In Northern Westchester Leadership In 2013 Plenty Of Changes In Northern Westchester Leadership In 2013
Plenty Of Changes In Northern Westchester Leadership In 2013 NORTHERN WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Changes at the top dominated the scene in Northern Westchester in 2013. In New Castle, Supervisor-elect Robert Greenstein and his Team New Castle running mates, Adam Brodsky and Lisa Katz were elected to the New Castle Town Board ending years of Democratic control. Greenstein and Team New Castle have been vocal against the Chappaqua Crossing development and its plans to put a Whole Foods and retail district on the property. "Our message was sent," Greenstein said. "People clearly wanted a change. They were unhappy in the direction we were going in. We're go…

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Armonk, NY
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Second Dog Remains Missing After Banksville Fire Second Dog Remains Missing After Banksville Fire Second Dog Remains Missing After Banksville Fire
Second Dog Remains Missing After Banksville Fire BANKSVILLE, N.Y. -- A dog is still missing after a fire destroyed a million dollar home in Banksville. The fire occurred on early Friday morning, Dec. 27 at 8 Hobby Farm Drive in Banksville, a hamlet in the Town of North Castle. Banksville Fire Chief Al Farquhar said the fire was deemed accidental and caused by a shorted light fixture next to some curtains. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene a little after 3 a.m. Farquhar said. Because of heavy fire on the first floor, they were unable to make an interior attack and had to fight the fire from the outside, Farquhar said. The coupl…

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Peekskill, NY
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Northern Westchester Leaders Look Back On A Memorable 2013 Northern Westchester Leaders Look Back On A Memorable 2013 Northern Westchester Leaders Look Back On A Memorable 2013
Northern Westchester Leaders Look Back On A Memorable 2013 NORTHERN WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Lawmakers are reflecting on a 2013 that certainly was not lacking for excitement. Peekskill saw the Democrats lose their 7-0 edge on the Common Council. In an Election Day upset, three-term Mayor Mary Foster was defeated by lawyer Frank Catalina. The Republicans picked up two other seats on the common council. "It was a tremendous year," Catalina said. Catalina ran for office, ran his law practice and served his local rotary. "It was a tremendous strain on my life and time," Catalina said. "I was able to accomplish it through good friends and good …

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Mt. Kisco, NY
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Fox Lane Boys Basketball Set For Slam Dunk Challenge At County Center Fox Lane Boys Basketball Set For Slam Dunk Challenge At County Center Fox Lane Boys Basketball Set For Slam Dunk Challenge At County Center
Fox Lane Boys Basketball Set For Slam Dunk Challenge At County Center MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Fox Lane's varsity boys basketball team will be facing a real test this weekend. The Foxes will be facing Stepinac on Saturday, Dec. 28 at 11 a.m. at the Westchester County Center as part of the annual Slam Dunk Challenge. Fox Lane coach Chris Violante said his team is excited for the chance to showcase its skills. "We are playing in the best venue in Westchester," Violante said. "It's a great opportunity to play against a powerhouse like Stepinac. They produce very good teams." Fox Lane is 6-1 on the season and Violante said his team is eager for the challenge. …

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Yonkers, NY
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Yonkers' Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Gets In The Christmas Spirit Yonkers' Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Gets In The Christmas Spirit Yonkers' Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Gets In The Christmas Spirit
Yonkers' Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Gets In The Christmas Spirit WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's the most wonderful time of the year. ... To own a movie theater. Christmas Day is traditionally the busiest moviegoing day of the year and this year was no different at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Yonkers and the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville. Cristina Cacioppo of the Alamo Drafthouse said she was excited for the Alamo's first Christmas in Westchester. The Alamo opened in August. "I'm eager to see what kind of crowds come out," Cacioppo said. Alamo opened "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," "Wolf of Wall Street" and "47 Ronin" on Christmas…

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Armonk, NY
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Goldberg Out As North Castle Administrator Goldberg Out As North Castle Administrator Goldberg Out As North Castle Administrator
Goldberg Out As North Castle Administrator ARMONK, N.Y. -- North Castle Town Administrator Joan Goldberg was suddenly fired last week amid allegations of bullying. The North Castle Town Board voted 3-2 to fire Goldberg "without cause," 16 months after she was hired. Supervisor Howard Arden and council members Diane Didonato-Roth and John Cronin, who voted for the firing, were not re-elected and will be leaving office next week. Jason Berland, husband and lawyer of Comptroller Faith Berland, said Goldberg was a bully who discriminated against female employees and invaded employees' privacy. "The entire board knew for quite some t…

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Bedford, NY
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Harckham Steps Down As Majority Leader Harckham Steps Down As Majority Leader Harckham Steps Down As Majority Leader
Harckham Steps Down As Majority Leader KATONAH, N.Y. -- After four years, Legislator Peter Harckham is stepping down as majority leader. Harckham, who represents Somers, Bedford, Mount Kisco, North Salem and Lewisboro, decided not to run for majority leader. Harckham is being replaced by Legislator Catherine Borgia. "Two terms was enough," Harckham said. "I'm proud of the accomplishments we had together. This gives me an opportunity to get back to my legislative priorities." Harckham said he is excited to support Borgia and Lyndon Williams, who was named majority whip. During his time on the board, Harckham said he was pro…

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Bedford, NY
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Westchester's Christmas Dinner Draws Quite A Crowd In Katonah Westchester's Christmas Dinner Draws Quite A Crowd In Katonah Westchester's Christmas Dinner Draws Quite A Crowd In Katonah
Westchester's Christmas Dinner Draws Quite A Crowd In Katonah KATONAH, N.Y. -- It was a regular Santa's village in Katonah on Christmas Day afternoon. More than 300 people attended the 20th annual Westchester’s Community Christmas Day Dinner at St. Mary's School in Katonah. The event provides a hot meal and warm clothing to people in need and will an additional goal that no one will be alone on Christmas. Elves go around to the attendees asking them what they want for Christmas with Santa Claus showing up to deliver presents. Arcadio Cortes, a White Plains resident, was one of the attendees. He said it was nice to have somewhere to go on Christmas…

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Briarcliff, NY
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Briarcliff Manor Synagogue Puts On Christmas Day Dinner Briarcliff Manor Synagogue Puts On Christmas Day Dinner Briarcliff Manor Synagogue Puts On Christmas Day Dinner
Briarcliff Manor Synagogue Puts On Christmas Day Dinner BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- A 30-year Christmas Day tradition of Congregation Sons of Israel of Briarcliff Manor is continuing on Wednesday, Dec. 25. The Congregation Sons of Israel will be holding its annual Christmas dinner at 12 p.m. at Ossining Presbyterian Church at 34 S. Highland Ave. All are welcome to attend and patrons will be served a dinner of turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, vegetables, breads and dessert. Judy Boehr of the Congregation Sons of Israel is helping organize the event. Boehr said before the dinner congregation members cook and shop for thi…

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Yorktown, NY
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Guiding Eyes Hails Hero Guide Dog Orlando Guiding Eyes Hails Hero Guide Dog Orlando Guiding Eyes Hails Hero Guide Dog Orlando
Guiding Eyes Hails Hero Guide Dog Orlando YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- A guide dog whose story of trying to save his owner's life went viral was trained at Guiding Eyes for the Blind in Yorktown. Last week in Manhattan, Cecil Williams passed out and fell onto the train platform as his guide dog Orlando, a black Labrador, tried to pull him away. Despite the valiant attempt, Orlando was unsuccessful and jumped onto the tracks to save Williams. According to published reports, Orlando attempted to wake up Williams as the train approached. Orlando and Williams survived as the train went over them. According to Michelle Brier, director of marke…

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