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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Red Bank, NJ
Breaking News
Red Bank Woman To Appear On 'Jeopardy!' Red Bank Woman To Appear On 'Jeopardy!' Red Bank Woman To Appear On 'Jeopardy!'
Red Bank Woman To Appear On 'Jeopardy!' Leslie Oakerson is ready to show off her knowledge. The Red Bank woman will be appearing as a contestant on "Jeopardy!" on Wednesday, Sept. 10.  One of SJS’s former grade 3 teacher, Leslie Oakerson (daughter of the late Barbara Oakerson another SJS teacher), will... Posted by Saint James Elementary School, Red Bank, NJ on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 According to her Linkedin, Oakerson, a Monmouth University graduate, works for RBC Wealth Management as a branch service manager. Jeopardy airs at 7 p.m. on WABC 7 New York and WPVI 6 Philadelphia.

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Toms River, NJ
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Toms River Motorcyclist Killed After Running Red Light, Crashing Into Car: Police Toms River Motorcyclist Killed After Running Red Light, Crashing Into Car: Police Toms River Motorcyclist Killed After Running Red Light, Crashing Into Car: Police
Toms River Motorcyclist Killed After Running Red Light, Crashing Into Car: Police A 33-year-old Toms River man and former standout baseball player was killed in a motorcycle crash on Saturday, Sept. 6 in Lakewood, authorities said. At 9:53 a.m., Anthony Ferrentino was operating a 2021 Honda Rebel 1100 DCT motorcycle on Shorrock Street when he failed to stop at a red light and crashed into a Dodge Hornet that was making a left turn, Lakewood police said. Ferrentino was ejected from the motorcycle, police said. He was transported to Ocean Medical Center where he was pronounced dead, police said. Born in California, Ferrentino moved to Toms River at the age of four, accord…

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Princeton, NJ
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FREED: Princeton Grad Student Held Hostage In Iraq For 2+ Years Released FREED: Princeton Grad Student Held Hostage In Iraq For 2+ Years Released FREED: Princeton Grad Student Held Hostage In Iraq For 2+ Years Released
Freed: Princeton Grad Student Held Hostage In Iraq For 2+ Years Released A Princeton graduate student has been released after she was held hostage in Iraq for two years. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social Tuesday, Sept. 9 that Elizabeth Tsurkov, was released by Kata'ib Hezbollah and is at the American Embassy in Iraq.  "I will always fight for justice and never give up, Trump wrote. Tsurkov, a Russian and Israeli citizen, had been tortured for many months, Trump said. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani said the release came after extensive efforts by his country's security services. "We reaffirm, once again, that we will not…

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Pennsauken-Merchantville, NJ
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Dog, Cat Killed In Pennsauken Fire Dog, Cat Killed In Pennsauken Fire Dog, Cat Killed In Pennsauken Fire
Dog, Cat Killed In Pennsauken Fire Two pets were killed in a fire in Pennsauken on Tuesday evening, Sept. 9, authorities said. The fire occurred on the 8300 block of Stockton Avenue, the Pennsauken Fire Department said and required the assistance of several other departments. No other injuries were reported and the fire remains under investigation, firefighters said. Lynnel Coats said in a facebook group dedicated to Pennsauken that the fire occurred in a home her family had owned since 1983 and that her sister's dog and cat were killed. "I want to personally thank the fire departments, the police department, the Red Cross,…

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Newark, NJ
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Woman Struck, Killed Crossing Street In Newark: Prosecutor Woman Struck, Killed Crossing Street In Newark: Prosecutor Woman Struck, Killed Crossing Street In Newark: Prosecutor
Woman Struck, Killed Crossing Street In Newark: Prosecutor A 51-year-old woman was fatally struck by a vehicle in Newark on Monday, Sept. 8, authorities said. At 6:30 p.m., Shawnita Ferguson was crossing the street at 398 Springfield Ave. across from The Home Depot in Newark, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said. Ferguson was crossing mid-block behind an NJ Transit bus stopped at a bus stop when she was hit by a Chevrolet Equinox traveling westbound, authorities said. Ferguson was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. The driver and his passenger remained at the scene and called 9-1-1, authorities said. They were not injuried, author…

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Cranford, NJ
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Vigil Set For Missing Garwood Teen Last Seen At Newark Penn Station Vigil Set For Missing Garwood Teen Last Seen At Newark Penn Station Vigil Set For Missing Garwood Teen Last Seen At Newark Penn Station
Vigil Set For Missing Garwood Teen Last Seen At Newark Penn Station Ivy Alave, a juvenile from Garwood, has been missing since Thursday, Sept. 4, authorities said. Alave was last seen at Newark Penn Station that day, Garwood police said. Surveillance footage obtained by detectives shows Alave in the area of 17 N. Ave W. in Cranford at 1:36 p.m. that day, police said. She was last seen wearing dark gray sweatpants, Crocs shoes, a dark green hooded sweatshirt and a black backpack. She has brown hair, brown eyes and is 5’0” tall and weighs 135 pounds, police said. A mass and prayer vigil is being held for Alave at Church of St. Anne in Garwood on Wednesday, S…

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Linden, NJ
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Win Free Qdoba For Year At Linden Grand Opening: Here's How Win Free Qdoba For Year At Linden Grand Opening: Here's How Win Free Qdoba For Year At Linden Grand Opening: Here's How
Win Free Qdoba For Year At Linden Grand Opening: Here's How Burrito fans, this story is for you. Qdoba Mexican Eats is opening in Linden on Monday, Sept. 15 at 1951 E. Edgar Rd. The Mexican style eatery will be celebrating its grand opening on Friday, Sept. 19 at 10:30 a.m. The first 100 guests who make a purchase will score free Qdoba burritos or bowls every month for a year. Guests are encouraged to line up early to secure their spot.  This is Qdoba's 26th location in the Garden State.

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Trenton, NJ
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Trenton Man Sexually Assaulted Girl At Illegal Dispensary He Ran: Prosecutor Trenton Man Sexually Assaulted Girl At Illegal Dispensary He Ran: Prosecutor Trenton Man Sexually Assaulted Girl At Illegal Dispensary He Ran: Prosecutor
Trenton Man Sexually Assaulted Girl At Illegal Dispensary He Ran: Prosecutor A 51-year-old Trenton man was arrested and charged with sexually assaulting two juveniles, authorities announced Tuesday, Sept. 9. Rasheen Gaither sexually assaulted one girl while she was spending the night at his house and another girl while she was at an illegal dispensary that he runs in Trenton, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta Marbrey said. A search warrant was executed at Gaither's convenience store on the 100 block of Pennington Avenue in Trenton and detectives approximately four pounds of marijuana and a handgun., Marbrey said. Gaither was charged with two counts of aggr…

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Galloway, NJ
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'Police Investigation' Causing Delays: Galloway Twp PD 'Police Investigation' Causing Delays: Galloway Twp PD 'Police Investigation' Causing Delays: Galloway Twp PD
'Police Investigation' Causing Delays: Galloway Twp PD Police are on scene of an "active police investigation" in Galloway Township, authorities said Tuesday, Sept. 9. The investigation is taking place at Tilton Road at Odessa Avenue, Galloway Township police said. Traffic delays are expected, police said. Police are asking people to avoid the area and make alternate travel arrangements. This is a developing story, check back later for any additional updates.

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Maplewood, NJ
Breaking News
Maplewood Mayor Slams ICE After 2 Detained Maplewood Mayor Slams ICE After 2 Detained Maplewood Mayor Slams ICE After 2 Detained
Maplewood Mayor Slams ICE After 2 Detained The mayor of a quiet New Jersey town is speaking out after Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) detained two people in the township.  Nancy Adams, the mayor of Maplewood said Monday, Sept. 8 that three ICE agents in unmarked cars apprehended two people four blocks from her home. "An aggressive Trump-era tactic meant to sow fear," Adams said. "This is not who we are. Our town stands for dignity, safety, and belonging—not intimidation. Our police were not notified, nor do we cooperate with ICE. I will be demanding accountability from state and federal leaders." Adams reaffirmed the …

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