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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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Mahopac-Carmel Chamber Wants New Master Plan Adopted Mahopac-Carmel Chamber Wants New Master Plan Adopted
Mahopac-Carmel Chamber Wants New Master Plan Adopted CARMEL, N.Y. -- The Mahopac-Carmel Chamber of Commerce would like to turn Carmel into a destination spot. The chamber presented its "Vision Carmel 2020" idea at a recent town board meeting with the goal of having a Comprehensive Master Plan in place by 2020. One of the main ideas includes investing in the town's infrastructure, including renovating water and sewer systems, developing roadways, parking plan and traffic flows to make it easier to get around town, and improving the town's broadband capabilities. "Infrastructure improvements are necessary to make Carmel competiti…

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United Way Poughkeepsie Sends Almost 9,000 Pounds Of Donations To Texas United Way Poughkeepsie Sends Almost 9,000 Pounds Of Donations To Texas
United Way Poughkeepsie Sends Almost 9,000 Pounds Of Donations To Texas POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- United Way of the Dutchess-Orange region is doing what it can to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey.On Tuesday,  UPS sent a team of volunteers to United Way's Poughkeepsie office to pick up 8,815 pounds of items donated to the victims of Hurricane Harvey. The donations will be delivered by UPS Freight directly to the Texas organizations. The Texas Diaper Bank will be receiving 950 pounds of donations and Feeding Texas’ designee, the Houston Food Bank, will be receiving 7,865lbs of donated items.  To date, $7,026.00 has been received to purchase needed supplies for su…

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Events
Historical Society Honoring 'Beacons' Of History Historical Society Honoring 'Beacons' Of History
Historical Society Honoring 'Beacons' Of History BEACON, N.Y.  -- The Beacon Historical Society is honoring a longtime mayor and a business that has helped preserve the history of the city. The inaugural "Beacons of History" awards will be held on Thursday, Nov. 9, at the Fishkill Creek at the Roundhouse at 2 East Main St. in Beacon. Clara Lou Gould, who was mayor for 17 years is being honored. Gould is the longest serving female mayor in the history of New York. Hudson Beach Glass is also being honored. The business was one of the first to reclaim the city's Main Street building stock, turning the former Lewis Tompkins Hose Com…

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Politics
They're Off: Astorino, Latimer Exchange Opening Blows In Campaign They're Off: Astorino, Latimer Exchange Opening Blows In Campaign
They're Off: Astorino, Latimer Exchange Opening Blows In Campaign The general election race between incumbent Republican Rob Astorino and Democratic challenger Senator George Latimer for Westchester County Executive has begun, with both candidates blasting the other Wednesday. Latimer, who defeated Ken Jenkins in Tuesday's Democratic primary, held a press conference Wednesday where he blasted Astorino's fiscal record and claim that he has never raised taxes. "Ask any homeowner if they believe Astorino when he says their taxes have gone down,” Latimer said. “Of course not. But every day, just like his buddy Donald Trump, Rob Astorino spins his own fak…

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Hillary's Homecoming: Clinton Holding Book Signing At Chappaqua Library Hillary's Homecoming: Clinton Holding Book Signing At Chappaqua Library
Hillary's Homecoming: Clinton Holding Book Signing At Chappaqua Library Hillary Clinton is coming home. And bringing some books with her. Clinton, a Chappaqua resident, will be signing copies of "What Happened" at the Chappaqua Library on Saturday, Sept. 23. at 3 p.m.  Tickets are available here.  The book discusses Clinton's failed run for president in 2016. The Democratic nominee lost to Republican Donald Trump. Clinton will also be signing copies of her new children's book "It Takes A Village." Wristbands for entry will be distributed to ticket holders beginning at 9:00 AM on the day of the event. Attendees are asked to arrive no earlier…

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Clarkstown Town Council Fires Suspended Chief Sullivan Clarkstown Town Council Fires Suspended Chief Sullivan
Clarkstown Town Council Fires Suspended Chief Sullivan CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. -- Clarkstown Police Chief Michael Sullivan was fired by the Clarkstown Town Council at a meeting Tuesday night. The board voted 3-2 to fire Sullivan, who was found guilty last month on 11 of 15 charges, including misconduct, insubordination, and incompetence. with a recommendation by hearing officer Robert Ponzini that he lose his job. Sullivan has been suspended since July 2016. Sullivan is running for Town Supervisor on the Democratic ticket. Republicans, including  Supervisor George Hoehmann and Councilman Frank Borelli and John Noto, voted in favor while Democratic Cou…

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Outhouse 'Humbled' By Independence Primary Win Over Majority Leader Borgia Outhouse 'Humbled' By Independence Primary Win Over Majority Leader Borgia
Outhouse 'Humbled' By Independence Primary Win Over Majority Leader Borgia Round One goes to Bob Outhouse. Outhouse, a Republican, defeated County Legislature Majority Leader Catherine Borgia (D-Ossining) in the District 9 Independence Party primary, 91 votes to 41 votes, 69 percent to 31 percent, according to unofficial results from the Westchester County Board of Elections. Borgia is also the majority leader.  “I am truly humbled and honored to have earned such a resounding victory in the Independence Party primary," Outhouse said. "I have pledged to work across party lines to get things done and to always put people before politics. I will not let the…

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Obituaries
Brian Taylor, 65, Peekskill Musician Brian Taylor, 65, Peekskill Musician
Brian Taylor, 65, Peekskill Musician PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Brian Delma Taylor, 65, died peacefully on Sept. 6 at his loft in Peekskill.  Known as a supremely-gifted multi-instrumentalist, conductor, composer, arranger, and producer, he was the owner of SoundPainter Studios in Peekskill. He was a much-loved member of the Peekskill artist community. Brian Taylor was born on Feb. 22, 1952, in the back seat of a taxi during a blizzard, in Boise. He was a graduate of MacArthur High School in San Antonio and the University of Texas at Austin. An award-winning flutist, he moved to New York to study with Julius Baker of the NY Philharmon…

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Politics
Fair Campaign Committee Rules For, Against Yorktown Supervisor Grace Fair Campaign Committee Rules For, Against Yorktown Supervisor Grace
Fair Campaign Committee Rules For, Against Yorktown Supervisor Grace YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- The Westchester Fair Campaign Committee recently ruled on complaints filed by Yorktown Supervisor Michael Grace against his Democratic opponents.Grace, who is running on the Republican ticket, filed complaints against Ilan Gilbert, who is running against him for Town Supervisor, Alice Roker and Vishnu Patel, who are running for Town Council and Aviva Pierson, who is running for Town Justice. Grace complained the candidates gave the impression he is using his position as supervisor for personal benefit by granting tax incentives to a proposed development on a property in whi…

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SPCA Saves 23 Cats From Harvey, Irma SPCA Saves 23 Cats From Harvey, Irma
SPCA Saves 23 Cats From Harvey, Irma BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- The SPCA of Westchester was able to rescue 23 cats and kittens from Hurricanes Harvey and Irene. The cats were transported to its Briarcliff location last week after shelters in Texas and Florida had to make room for the overwhelming amount of lost and displaced animals. Thirteen cats came from Texas, while 10 came from Florida. "We're honored to lend a small hand in making lives better for these cats and kittens who desperately needed a safe haven and second chance," said the SPCA's Executive Director Shannon Laukhuf.

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