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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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Police & Fire
Yorktown Man Attempts Assault, Endangers Child, Police Say Yorktown Man Attempts Assault, Endangers Child, Police Say
Yorktown Man Attempts Assault, Endangers Child, Police Say A 41-year-old Yorktown resident was charged with attempted assault and endangering the welfare of a child Friday. Italo Martin was charged after Mildred Strang Middle School School Resource Officer Brian Mundy investigated an incident that occurred at Longvue Street on Thursday. Martin was arrested at his home. He was released on his own recognizance and is due back in court on June 6. A Temporary Order of Protection was issued on behalf of the victim, police said.

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by Sam Barron
News
Letter To The Editor: Supervisor Grace Weakening The Environment Letter To The Editor: Supervisor Grace Weakening The Environment
Letter To The Editor: Supervisor Grace Weakening The Environment YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- Yorktown Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To submit your letter, email yorktown@dailyvoice.com Just like President Trump ditched the Paris Accord to control global warming this week, his protégés in Yorktown, Messrs. Grace, Bernard, Diana and Lachterman have been trying to weaken local laws intended to protect the environment. Last year, they repealed a strong Tree Law and replaced it with a weak law that protects fewer trees and wooded areas. They reneged on the Town’s contribution to the Open Space Fund. This year, they tried t…

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by Melvyn Tanzman
Schools
Peggy Ann Richards, 81, Mamaroneck Teacher Peggy Ann Richards, 81, Mamaroneck Teacher
Peggy Ann Richards, 81, Mamaroneck Teacher Peggy Ann Richards, a longtime teacher in Westchester, died on May 11 in Southbury, Mass., survived by her wife, Judith, who she shared 50 years with. Richards was born May 29, 1935, in Easton, Penn., the daughter of Kathleen and Charles Richards. She attended Hood College and graduated from East Stroudsburg State College. Richards taught in New Rochelle, Croton-Harmon, and Mamaroneck where she was hailed as a gifted and caring teacher who mentored both students and adults. She was affiliated with the Sarah Lawrence College Art of Teaching program, Lincoln Center and Teacher’s College Colu…

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by Sam Barron
Sports
Westlake Boys Varsity Lacrosse Advances To State Semis Westlake Boys Varsity Lacrosse Advances To State Semis
Westlake Boys Varsity Lacrosse Advances To State Semis MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- The Westlake High School boys lacrosse team is on a roll. Fresh off its first-ever Section 1 championship, Westlake defeated Greenwich High School 12-5 on Saturday to advance to the state semifinals Wednesday at Adelphi University. Westlake faces Long Island champion Babylon at 6:30 p.m. The winner of that game advances to the state title game Saturday in Rochester.

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by Sam Barron
Schools
Carmel High School Filmmaker Honored As Student of Distinction Carmel High School Filmmaker Honored As Student of Distinction
Carmel High School Filmmaker Honored As Student of Distinction CARMEL, N.Y. -- Christian DiBenedetto, a senior at Carmel High School, is a filmmaker on the rise. DiBenedetto was recently honored as a Student of Distinction by Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES during a Carmel Board of Education meeting. “Christian is a talented young filmmaker,” Tech Center teacher Liz Marques said. “He has really produced some outstanding projects.” DiBenedetto, whose love of film began when he and his older brother first started making their own YouTube videos, credited BOCES with giving him the opportunity to flourish as he proceeds into his post-secondary studies. …

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by Sam Barron
Schools
Bronxville High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Bronxville High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Bronxville High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Southern Westchester 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. Ardsley High School is hosting its graduation Wednesday, June 21 at 6 p.m. at Ardsley High School. Blind Brook High School is hosting its graduation Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m. at Purchase Field. Bronxville High School is holding its graduation Saturday, June 17 at 6:45 p.m. at the high school. Dobbs Ferry High School is host…

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by Sam Barron
Schools
Byram Hills Football Star Commits To RPI Byram Hills Football Star Commits To RPI
Byram Hills Football Star Commits To RPI ARMONK, N.Y. -- Conor Ahern will be suiting up for the RPI Engineers next fall. Ahern signed a letter of intent to play football for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy at a signing ceremony at Byram Hills High School Thursday attended by his coach, athletic director, teammates, friends and family members. His coach Douglas Carpenter said the 6'4 defensive end is super respectful and humble off the field and really intense on the field. "He's a gentle giant," Carpenter said. “Conor will knock a kid down during a game but right after the play, his hand is extended to help hi…

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by Sam Barron
Schools
Byram Hills High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Byram Hills High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Byram Hills High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Northern Westchester 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. Briarcliff High School is hosting its graduation at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 16 at Pace University. Byram Hills High School is hosting its graduation at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20 at SUNY Purchase. Fox Lane High School is hosting its graduation at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20 at Caramoor.  Hendrick Hudson High School is hosting i…

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Schools
Hudson Valley School Districts Honored For Music Education Hudson Valley School Districts Honored For Music Education
Hudson Valley School Districts Honored For Music Education The schools in the Lower Hudson Valley know how to make beautiful music.The National Association of Music Merchants Foundation honored school districts for their outstanding music education programs.  The awards program recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have made music education part of the curriculum. Designations are made to districts and schools that demonstrate an exceptionally high commitment and access to music education, NAMM said.  “Studying music has intrinsic benefits and, on its own, is core to learning. Also, …

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Schools
Two Rockland High Schools Honored As 'Reward Schools' By State Two Rockland High Schools Honored As 'Reward Schools' By State
Two Rockland High Schools Honored As 'Reward Schools' By State The state education department recently gave high marks to Clarkstown South High School and Nanuet High School. The high schools were named Reward Schools by the education department's Office Of Accountability. Reward Schools are schools that demonstrate either high academic achievement or the most progress with minimal gaps in student achievement between certain populations of students, according to the state. “These remarkable schools deserve to be recognized for their efforts,” Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa said. “The dedicated teachers and administrators in these schools are…

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