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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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Police & Fire
Investigation Into Harrison Firefighter Dropped Investigation Into Harrison Firefighter Dropped
Investigation Into Harrison Firefighter Dropped HARRISON, N.Y. -- The Westchester County District Attorney's Office has dropped its investigation of firefighter William Powell who was accused of misspending funds from a volunteer fundraising account. Andrew Rubin, Powell's attorney, confirmed the investigation had been dropped since there was insufficient evidence to bring any charges.  "The whole thing is over as far I am concerned," Rubin said. Powell, who owns Powell Catering in Harrison, was the former treasurer of the fire department before he was removed in May 2016 by the elected wardens of the department. The wardens h…

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by Sam Barron
Politics
Sen. Klein Refuses To Disband Independent Democratic Caucus Sen. Klein Refuses To Disband Independent Democratic Caucus
Sen. Klein Refuses To Disband Independent Democratic Caucus The battle between the Independent Democratic Caucus and the mainline Democrats in Albany remains. Sen. Jeff Klein (D-Bronx), who heads the 8-member IDC, called for the resignation of Yonkers Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins, leader of the Democrats and said his group was not going away. Klein, who represents the 34th district which covers a portion of Southern Westchester, told Buffalo News the Democrats have no intention of marshaling the votes to get things done. He said he asked Democrats to pledge support on a number of progressive ideas, but got no response.  The IDC allows the GOP to …

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News
White Plains Council Approves Budget White Plains Council Approves Budget
White Plains Council Approves Budget WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The White Plains Common Council approved the city's 2017-2018 budget Monday night, 5-2.Councilwoman Milagros Lecuona, who is challenging Mayor Thomas Roach in a Democratic primary, opposed the budget because it did not put the community first, according to The White Plains Examiner. Lecuona said it was unacceptable that Parking Department revenue accounted for 20 percent of the city's revenue, according to The White Plains Examiner. Roach said White Plains is in better shape than other municipalities and the city can increase sales tax revenue by building more residenc…

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Politics
McDonough Forcing Republican Primary For Carmel Town Board Seat McDonough Forcing Republican Primary For Carmel Town Board Seat
McDonough Forcing Republican Primary For Carmel Town Board Seat CARMEL, N.Y. -- Carmel Councilwoman Suzi McDonough is once again bucking the Republican establishment.McDonough, who last year ran an unsuccessful primary for state assembly against Kevin Byrne, announced she is running for a third term on the Carmel town board despite the lack of Republican endorsement. The Carmel GOP endorsed incumbent Councilman Frank Lombardi and newcomer Michael Barile with 44 and 34 votes, respectively. McDonough received 32 votes.

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Police & Fire
Teen Arrested As Police Break Up Underage Drinking Party In Yorktown Teen Arrested As Police Break Up Underage Drinking Party In Yorktown
Teen Arrested As Police Break Up Underage Drinking Party In Yorktown YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- An underage drinking party in Yorktown resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old Saturday night, Yorktown Police said. Police responded to a noise complaint at 10:10 p.m. at Ridgeview Lane and discovered the party. The 17-year-old allegedly provided alcohol to several youths under the age of 21 at the residence.  He was arrested and transported back to police headquarters for processing. He was released on his own recognizance and is due back in court on July 6.

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Politics
Legislator Ellen Nesbitt Announces Resignation Legislator Ellen Nesbitt Announces Resignation
Legislator Ellen Nesbitt Announces Resignation POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Ellen Nesbitt is out.Nesbitt, a Dutchess County legislator who represents the Town of Poughkeepsie, announced her resignation Friday. Nesbitt, a Republican, is in her second term representing District 1. The town board will pick Nesbitt's replacement and are accepting applications until Friday at 4 p.m. Nesbitt, who took office when she was 19, told the Poughkeepsie Journal, she could no longer give 110 percent to the job.

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Events
Putnam High Schools Set For Commencement Ceremonies Putnam High Schools Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Putnam High Schools Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Putnam are holding their annual graduation ceremonies with the class of 2017 taking their final walk as they get ready for the next chapter in their life. Brewster High School is hosting its graduation at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 17 at O'Neill Center in Danbury. Carmel High School, 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 22 at WestConn Haldane High School is hosting its graduation at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 17 at the high school. Mahopac High School is hosting its graduation at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Ju…

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Schools
New Tech Director Hopes To Move Pelham Forward New Tech Director Hopes To Move Pelham Forward
New Tech Director Hopes To Move Pelham Forward PELHAM, N.Y. -- Pelham has a new tech whiz. Joseph Catania III will be appointed the district's director of technology at Tuesday's board meeting. Catania is currently the District Instructional Technology Specialist in Newburgh, a position he has held since 2014. “Over the last several years, the Pelham Public Schools have worked hard to expand the use of learning technology in our classrooms and we are fortunate to be able to bring on someone of Joe’s caliber to provide leadership in this important and growing field,” said Superintendent Dr. Peter Giarrizzo.  Catania is succeeding Micha…

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News
Letter To The Editor: Tax Fairness Letter To The Editor: Tax Fairness
Letter To The Editor: Tax Fairness OSSINING, N.Y. -- Ossining Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To submit your letter, email ossining@dailyvoice.com To the Editor: I wait with baited breath to hear what the Town of Ossining will decide regarding the findings of the Ossining Committee for Fair Taxation. As a single family homeowner, I have seen my taxes double since 2007 the brunt of which came with the 2016 reassessment. I agree with the Committee that it seems hardly fair the condominium owners would pay 40-60% of the assessment rate. I thank the individuals spearheading this …

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by Erika Boetsch
Events
Civil War Regiment Remembered At African American Cemetery In Rye Civil War Regiment Remembered At African American Cemetery In Rye
Civil War Regiment Remembered At African American Cemetery In Rye RYE, N.Y. -- Twenty people gathered at the African American Cemetery in Rye to honor a Connecticut regiment that fought in the Civil War.The 29th Connecticut Volunteer Regiment, an all-black troop, has six people buried at the cemetery, located within in the Greenwood Union Cemetery.  The regiment participated in several key battles during the Civil War in Virginia and then returned home after the war.  Most of the volunteers were freed or escaped slaves. Black soldiers were paid less than white soldiers so the regiment declined to be paid rather than receive less. 

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