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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
Astorino's Privatization Plan For County Airport Running Into Opposition Astorino's Privatization Plan For County Airport Running Into Opposition
Astorino's Privatization Plan For County Airport Running Into Opposition County Executive Rob Astorino's plan to privatize Westchester County Airport is getting national attention. The Wall Street Journal looked into Astorino's proposal, which would give a 40-year lease to a private operator to run the airport. Bids are due July 14 and the winning bid must be approved by a supermajority of the Board of Legislators. Astorino has said privatizing the airport would provide a revenue stream for the county and improve airport operations. Citizens for a Responsible County Airport has opposed the plan, saying it would increase air traffic and could lead to environment…

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Lifestyle
Calls For Action Made On Lyme Disease Research In New York Calls For Action Made On Lyme Disease Research In New York
Calls For Action Made On Lyme Disease Research In New York Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) wants the federal government to do something about Lyme disease. Schumer urged the US Department of Health and Human Services last week to fully implement new laws that will increase research, vaccine development and treatment strategies to help stamp out tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease and Powassan. “Lyme disease and newly emerging diseases like Powassan are in a sprint to spread this summer, but the federal response to combat this trend is moving along at a snail’s pace. We must do more, and we must do more now to protect kids and families,” said Senator Sc…

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Politics
Bill To Turn 'Zombie' Homes Into Housing For Vets Introduced By Maloney Bill To Turn 'Zombie' Homes Into Housing For Vets Introduced By Maloney
Bill To Turn 'Zombie' Homes Into Housing For Vets Introduced By Maloney Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney (D-Cold Spring) is proposing legislation to turn vacant homes into homes for veterans. Maloney, whose 18th district includes parts of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess and Orange counties, announced his proposed Housing Our Heroes Act in front of a "zombie" home in Newburgh. The legislation would provide federal investments to Veterans Service Organizations to acquire and update blighted properties to provide housing for homeless veterans. There are 1300 homeless veterans in New York, Maloney said. “We’ve got all these zombie properties dragging down h…

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Lifestyle
Leon Is SPCA Pet Of The Week Leon Is SPCA Pet Of The Week
Leon Is SPCA Pet Of The Week Leon is looking for a permanent home. The five-year-old shepherd mix is a happy, friendly guy who loves people, the SPCA said. Leon is finishing up treatment for heartworm, so he needs to stick to calm activities like leash walks for now, the SPCA said. To learn more about Leon, e-mail trainer@spca914.org.

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Lifestyle
Calls For Action Made On Lyme Disease Research In New York Calls For Action Made On Lyme Disease Research In New York
Calls For Action Made On Lyme Disease Research In New York Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) wants the federal government to do something about Lyme disease. Schumer urged the US Department of Health and Human Services last week to fully implement new laws that will increase research, vaccine development and treatment strategies to help stamp out tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease and Powassan. “Lyme disease and newly emerging diseases like Powassan are in a sprint to spread this summer, but the federal response to combat this trend is moving along at a snail’s pace. We must do more, and we must do more now to protect kids and families,” said Senator Sc…

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Politics
Astorino Calls Trump Tweet On Bronxville's Brzezinski 'Stupid' Astorino Calls Trump Tweet On Bronxville's Brzezinski 'Stupid'
Astorino Calls Trump Tweet On Bronxville's Brzezinski 'Stupid' County Executive Rob Astorino joined a growing list of people condemning President Donald Trump's attacks last week on Bronxville's Mika Brzezinski, co-anchor of MSNBC's, "Morning Joe." During an appearance hosting The Mark Simone Show on WOR 710 AM Friday, Astorino said instead of talking about important issues, we're talking about Trump's tweets. "These tweets are stupid and he brought it on himself," Astorino said. "The tweets are crazy. Even if you chuckled, you probably winced at the same time." Last week, Trump tweeted, "I heard poorly rated Morning…

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Real Estate
Construction Ramps Up, Tenants Sign On For Chappaqua Crossing Construction Ramps Up, Tenants Sign On For Chappaqua Crossing
Construction Ramps Up, Tenants Sign On For Chappaqua Crossing CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- Tenants will begin moving into Chappaqua Crossing early next year. Construction of the mixed-use property which will feature apartments, townhouses, office space and retail, including a Whole Foods Market, is underway. The Apartments at Chappaqua Crossing, a $21 million residential project, will feature 63 apartments, including 25 market rate, 10 workforce, and 28 affordable apartments on the original segment of the old Reader's Digest building, built in 1939. The original Reader’s Digest rotunda entry at the center of the building is being retained and furnished with ph…

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Real Estate
81-Unit Apartment Complex Unveiled In Elmsford 81-Unit Apartment Complex Unveiled In Elmsford
81-Unit Apartment Complex Unveiled In Elmsford WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The tenants of the Apex 290 in Elmsford have begun moving in. The $29 million 81-unit complex on 92,000 square feet at 290 East Main Street near Route 119 has been under construction for two years. A grand opening was held earlier this summer. The complex features a fitness center, and a 3,000 square foot rooftop deck with grilling stations. For pet owners, there is a 2,000 square foot outdoor pet park and an indoor pet grooming and washing station.

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News
Port Chester Nixes Plan To Have Police Work With ICE Port Chester Nixes Plan To Have Police Work With ICE
Port Chester Nixes Plan To Have Police Work With ICE PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- The Village of Port Chester has decided not to apply for a federal grant that would've helped pay for three new police officers because the department would've had to share information about undocumented immigrants to Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Community Oriented Policing Services grant from the Justice Department pays up to 75 percent of an officer's salary and benefits.  Mayor Richard Falanka made the announcement to applause at Wednesday night's village board meeting after many comments urged the village to nix the deal. "It's hard to live…

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Lifestyle
Grace VanderWaal Performs In Rockland Grace VanderWaal Performs In Rockland
Grace VanderWaal Performs In Rockland ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Grace VanderWaal returned home Thursday. The 13-year-old Suffern resident, who won "America's Got Talent" last year, was the headliner at fourth annual Shops and Nanuet Summer Concert Series. "Thanks, Shops At Nanuet, Z-100 NewYork and everyone that made it out tonight," VanderWaal tweeted. "I had a blast." In May, VanderWaal won Best New Artist at the Radio Disney Music Awards. 

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