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Sam Barron

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sbarron@dailyvoice.com

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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.

Sam Barron's Contributions

Lifestyle

DMX Performing In Poughkeepsie DMX is coming to Poughkeepsie. The Mount Vernon native who was raised in Yonkers is performing at The Chance Theater in Poughkeepsie on Saturday, Feb. 10. He previously performed at The Chance in 2016. In December, the 46-year-old, whose real name is Earl Simmons pleaded guilty to one count of tax evasion and faces up to five years in prison. Simmons lived near the Bedford border on McLain Street in Mount Kisco with now-estranged wife Tashera Simmons before putting the home into foreclosure in 2016 after filing for bankruptcy.

by Sam Barron

02/05/2018

Lifestyle

Lucas Is SPCA Pet Of The Week BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- The SPCA Westchester is hoping someone will adopt Lucas. The SPCA said Lucas, five, packs a lot of personality into his body. He likes to take things slow with new people and new situations, though he has lots of friends and gets along well with cats. He would do best in a home without kids. For more information, e-mail trainer@spca914.org or call 914-941-2896 ext. 24.

by Sam Barron

02/02/2018

Events

Teatown Gears Up For Annual Eaglefest For 14 years, the eagle has had a place to call home at Teatown. Teatown will be celebrating its 14th annual Eaglefest at Croton Point Park on Saturday, Feb. 10, featuring a performance from singer-songwriter Dar Williams. "This event is a fun and celebratory way for Teatown to pursue its mission of inspiring our community to lifelong environmental stewardship,” said Kevin Carter, Executive Director of Teatown. “With so much divisiveness in the world, it is a joy to bring people together with hope and purpose." Eaglefest allows visitors to see live birds of prey and provides oppo…

by Sam Barron

02/02/2018

Politics

Pleasantville Names Former Pace Faculty Member New Village Administrator The Village of Pleasantville has found Patty Dwyer's replacement. Eric Morrissey was named village administrator Monday night, replacing Dwyer, who worked for the village for 30 years. Morrissey will start on Feb. 15, while Dwyer will stay on through March to help with the transition. Morrissey will be paid $130,000. Morrissey, a Somers resident and grad of Somers High School, currently works in the village manager's office in Croton and worked at Pace University for six years, first as assistant director of government and community relations and then as director of government and community…

by Sam Barron

01/29/2018

Politics

Nonna Confirmed As County Attorney WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- John Nonna's appointment as Westchester County Attorney was confirmed Monday night by the Board of Legislators. Nonna, who previously served on the Board of Legislators and as mayor of Pleasantville was nominated by County Executive George Latimer in December. After his election, Latimer appointed Nonna to help lead his transition team. Nonna was recently a partner at the law firm of Squire, Patton, Boggs. The county attorney seeks to maximize the recovery of monies to which the county is entitled and to minimize the county's liabilities in the most cost-effective way…

by Sam Barron

01/29/2018

Lifestyle

Meerkat Is SPCA Pet Of The Week The SPCA Westchester is looking for a permanent foster home for Meerkat.Meerkat is a two-year-old lab type mix who weighs 40 pounds and loves to stand on her back legs. The SPCA said Meerkat is an affectionate girl with lots of energy who loves the outdoors. Meerkat loves playing with other dogs and would be a good fit for kids older than 10. She would prefer not to live with cats. Meerkat has kidney insufficiency, which requires medical attention. She is on a low protein diet, takes medication, and needs to receive fluids on a regular basis. All of Meerkat's medical care will be provided by…

by Sam Barron

01/27/2018

Sports

WWE Star Enzo Amore, Waldwick Native, Fired Over Sexual Assault Allegation WALDWICK, N.J. --Professional wrestler Enzo Amore (real name Eric Ardnt) was fired by WWE Tuesday as he is being investigated for sexually assaulting a woman in Phoenix in October. Amore, a Waldwick native, was Cruiserweight Champion at the time of his release. Phoenix police say they are still investigating the alleged assault, which occurred in October. On Monday, the victim shared her story on Twitter, saying she was given drugs and left alone with Amore, who then raped her. The victim said she was in a mental hospital for 45 days following the assault. Through his lawyers, Amore denied…

by Sam Barron

01/26/2018

News

Unemployment Rate Inches Up In Westchester The unemployment rate in Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland and Orange increased year over year according to the State Labor Department's report for Nov. 2017. In Westchester, the unemployment rate was 4.6 percent, an increase from 4.1 percent in Nov. 2016. In Putnam, the unemployment rate was 4.3 percent, an increase from 3.8 percent in Nov. 2016. In Dutchess, the unemployment rate was 4.3 percent, an increase from 3.9 percent in Nov. 2016. In Rockland, the unemployment rate was 4.5 percent, an increase from 4 percent in Nov. 2016. In Orange, the unemployment rate was 4.6 percent, …

by Sam Barron

01/24/2018

Police & Fire

Bus Monitor Strikes, Threatens Middle Schooler In Putnam, Sheriff Says A school bus monitor was arrested and charged with striking and threatening a Putnam Valley Middle School Student on Jan. 11. Joseph Masi, a 65-year-old Cortlandt Manor resident, was arrested by the Putnam County Sheriff's Office and charged with endangering the welfare of a child, a Class A Misdemeanor and harassment in the second degree, a violation after he struck an 11-year-old in the face and threatened to knock him out. After interviewing several witnesses and reviewing video and audio footage supplied by the bus company, Deputy Ryan McMahon arrested Masi. Masi was released on his ow…

by Sam Barron

01/23/2018

Schools

Wappingers Fourth Graders Learning About Roosevelts Through New Grant WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. -- The fourth graders in the Wappingers Falls Central District will get to learn more about the Roosevelts. The Roosevelt Vanderbilt National Historic Site was awarded an Every Kid in a Park grant that will allow fourth graders free access to parks, lands, and waters through the summer. The grant will reimburse bus costs for 770 fourth graders for their field trip to the park. Students will learn more about the legacy of the Roosevelts and develop a service learning project, the school district said. Fourth graders plan to visit the park in May and June, the district…

by Sam Barron

01/23/2018

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