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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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Politics
Letter To The Editor: Gov. Cuomo Should Sign My Code Enforcement Bill Letter To The Editor: Gov. Cuomo Should Sign My Code Enforcement Bill
Letter To The Editor: Gov. Cuomo Should Sign My Code Enforcement Bill Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail clarkstown@dailyvoice.com. Dear Editor: It is time for Governor Cuomo to sign into law my Code Enforcement Integrity bill authorizing the removal of local code enforcement officer’s credentials for misconduct. This legislation, which I partnered with Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski to pass, is critical to protecting the public safety in our community. All too often, we hear the same story: A local code enforcement official chooses to look the other way when confronted with serious violations. T…

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by Sen. David Carlucci
Schools
Crompond Elementary School Classroom Offers Flexible Seating Crompond Elementary School Classroom Offers Flexible Seating
Crompond Elementary School Classroom Offers Flexible Seating A new initiative at an elementary school in Northern Westchester has provided diverse seating arrangements for students.Two teachers at Crompond Elementary in Yorktown Heights are piloting a flexible seating program, thanks to a grant from the Yorktown Foundation for Excellence. Tori  Cavallo and Katelyn Fornaro thought the diverse seating options and arrangements would encourage collaboration and critical thinking. “As students move forward, they’re going to need to be able to work collaboratively, think critically and communicate with each other,” says Cavallo. “So we wanted to provide a c…

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by Sam Barron
Politics
Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer Running For State Senate Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer Running For State Senate
Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer Running For State Senate Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer (D-Yonkers) is looking to move up.  Mayer, who represents the 90th Assembly District, announced she is running for state senate in the 37th district to represent the seat vacated by Sen. George Latimer's ascension to Westchester County Executive. "The values that make our state and nation strong - fairness, inclusion, and opportunity for all - are under attack," Mayer said. "We need leaders ready and willing to stand up and fight back." If elected, Mayer said she would join the Democratic caucus. Kat Brezler, a White Plains resident, and a De…

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by Sam Barron
News
State Increases Fines For Hunting Deer Out Of Season State Increases Fines For Hunting Deer Out Of Season
State Increases Fines For Hunting Deer Out Of Season Before trying to bag a deer, New Yorkers should make sure they are in season- or it will be costly. Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation Wednesday that will increase the fines of killing deer, bear, moose, and elk out of season to a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $3,000.  The bill takes effect in 120 days.  Hunters are also banned from shining spotlights onto deer, causing them to freeze and making them easier to kill. Repeat offenders are subject to increased penalties.

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by Sam Barron
Sports
Two Lakeland Field Hockey Players Sign Letters Of Intent To Play In College Two Lakeland Field Hockey Players Sign Letters Of Intent To Play In College
Two Lakeland Field Hockey Players Sign Letters Of Intent To Play In College Two members of Lakeland High School's championship field hockey team will be playing in college next year.Caroline Cahill and Kelsey McCrudden recently signed letters of intent to play at James Madison University in Virginia and the University of Albany, respectively. The two starred on the field hockey team, which recently celebrated an undefeated season and captured its 9th straight title. McCrudden and Cahill both earned All-Tournament honors.  The field hockey team has not lost to a New York State team since 2008.

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by Sam Barron
Politics
Cuomo Facing Many Potential GOP Challengers, Including Molinaro Cuomo Facing Many Potential GOP Challengers, Including Molinaro
Cuomo Facing Many Potential GOP Challengers, Including Molinaro If Dutchess County Executive Republican Marc Molinaro wants to challenge Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-New Castle) as he runs for a third term, he'll have to get in line. Molinaro is one of several challengers considering a run against the governor with election day less than a year away. Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, who ran against Cuomo in 2014, said he is unlikely to run after he lost re-election last month. Other potential challengers include Sen. John DeFrancisco (R-Syracuse), Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb (R-Finger Lakes) and Harry Wilson, a Scarsdale financier. Wilson is c…

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by Sam Barron
News
Rockland Welcomes 161 New Citizens Rockland Welcomes 161 New Citizens
Rockland Welcomes 161 New Citizens POMONA, N.Y. -- There are 161 new Americans in Rockland County.Rockland County held a Naturalization Ceremony at the Fire Training Center in Pomona on Friday, welcoming new American citizens from 43 different countries. "I see the joy in your eyes as you choose to join this democracy and make the United States of America your home," County Executive Ed Day said. To view the ceremony, click here. 

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Neighbors
Suffern Doctor Honored By Women In Business Awards Suffern Doctor Honored By Women In Business Awards
Suffern Doctor Honored By Women In Business Awards SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Dr. Mary Leahy has been recognized for giving back. The CEO of Bon Secours Charity Health System/Good Samaritan Hospital was named one of the honorees of Hudson Valley Magazine sixth annual Women in Business Awards The awards pay tribute to a select group of female executives and entrepreneurs who were nominated by their supervisors, peers, and co-workers. Leahy, an internist, has been practicing medicine in Rockland for more than 25 years. Leahy was named CEO of Bon Secours Charity Health System in 2013 and played a key role in facilitating the joint venture between Bon S…

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by Sam Barron
Schools
Beacon, Red Hook, Spackenkill Residents Voting On Capital Projects Beacon, Red Hook, Spackenkill Residents Voting On Capital Projects
Beacon, Red Hook, Spackenkill Residents Voting On Capital Projects Three capital projects are on the ballot Tuesday in Beacon, Red Hook, and Spackenkill. In Beacon, voters will decide whether to issue a $7.7 million bond to pay for improvements to school facilities, including a new science lab at Rombound Middle School and a new artificial turf field at the high school. Voters can cast their ballot at Beacon High School and Glenham Elementary School from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. In Red Hook, voters will be voting on a new 700-seat $10 million auditorium for the high school. The school said its current gymnatorium is antiquated and inadequate. The district has rece…

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by Sam Barron
Neighbors
Pleasantville Rallies Around Family Seeking Wheelchair Van For 4-Year-Old Pleasantville Rallies Around Family Seeking Wheelchair Van For 4-Year-Old
Pleasantville Rallies Around Family Seeking Wheelchair Van For 4-Year-Old PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- The Pleasantville community has come together to help a family in need. A GoFundMe page launched by Chris and Dianna Ryan to help purchase a wheelchair van for their 4-year-old Emma Grace, who suffers from Ogden Syndrome, has raised more than $120,000 by 852 people in 28 days as of Friday afternoon.  Emma did not breathe spontaneously at birth, spending the first months of her life at Lenox Hill and St. Mary's Children Hospital, according to the GoFundMe page. At about five months, Emma started having seizures which affected her development. Today, Emma is legally bl…

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