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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.

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Events

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group, Music Social Offered In Putnam PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Alzheimer's Association is offering activities for families affected by Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia.A Caregiver Support Group is held from 6:30-8 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month at Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel. The support group allows people caring for someone with dementia to share their feelings and experiences with others who understand. A Music Social for people with early-stage Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia and their family caregivers is held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at the Mahopac Public…

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

Schools

Putnam Northern Westchester Boces Camps Let Students Explore Careers YORKTOWN, N.Y -- Students at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES summer tech camps have been getting the most of their summer.At BOCES’ summer camps, teens and tweens, ages 12 to 15, can enroll in programs like 3-D printing, animation, game design, architectural design, beauty, fashion design, hairstyling and sports medicine, giving them the opportunity to see if they would want to explore these fields further in their education. Gerry Markel teaches game design along with 3-D printing and architectural design. "The camps give younger students an opportunity to see what goes into these …

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

Neighbors

Astor CEO Appointed President Of Board Advocating For Children's Health RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- The CEO of Astor Servives has another title to add to his list.James McGuirk, CEO of the Rhinebeck-based organization has been named president of the board for the New York State Coalition for Children's Behavioral Health, a statewide organization that provides policy, advocacy and member services through collaboration to promote the best possible behavioral health services to children, youth and families in New York State. “I am proud and honored to serve as President of the New York State Coalition for Children’s Behavioral Health’s board,” said McGuirk. “There’s no more…

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

News

Open Space Institute Protects Hudson Valley Heritage Trail Network GARRISON, N.Y. -- A Putnam County trail network will be permanently preserved. The Open Space Institute had announced the protection of the trail network at Manitoga, a National Historic Landmark and Hudson Valley cultural attraction in Garrison. The agreement guarantees permanent public access to Manitoga’s footpaths while protecting a key access point to the Appalachian Trail, through the adjacent Hudson Highlands State Park. Designed by Russel Wright, the 2.1-mile woodland trail network passes by forest, rocky outcroppings, woodland streams and a small pond, with views of the Hudson V…

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

Events

Support Connection Hosting Walk Kickoff Breakfast At Hudson Valley Hospital CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- Support Connection is gearing up for its annual walk.The Yorktown-based organization, which assists women battling cancer, will be holding a kickoff breakfast on Monday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the lobby of Hudson Valley Hospital. The breakfast is free and open to everyone. Support Connection staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and assist anyone who wants to participate in the walk. Brochures, flyers and other materials will be available, along with info on donating, fundraising, forming teams, and ways to participate even if you can’t attend the wa…

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

Police & Fire

Police Investigate Serious Taconic State Parkway Crash In Mount Pleasant MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- State police are investigating a motor vehicle accident that occurred on the Taconic Parkway Wednesday afternoon. The accident took place near Pleasantville Road shortly after noon. Hawthorne Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded to the scene. State Police did not immediately provide information on the accident.

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

Police & Fire

Man ID'd In Fatal Red Hook Crash RED HOOK, N.Y. -- A 49-year-old man has been identified as the victim of a one-car crash on Route 9 in Red Hook Monday morning, according to John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. The accident occurred neared the border of Columbia County.Robert Yowell of Albany was unconscious and trapped in the vehicle, and was later pronounced dead at the scene, police said. A preliminary investigation revealed that the vehicle was traveling southbound when it left the roadway and struck a tree, police said. The roadway was closed approximately three hours for investigators, police said…

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

Business

Tarrytown Wealth Advisor Honored By Forbes TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- A Tarrytown wealth advisor was recently honored by Forbes Magazine. Rob Clarfeld, CEO of Clairfeld Financial Advisors, was named 6th in Forbes' recent list of the 2016 Top Wealth Advisors. Clarfeld deals with wealth management, investments and family office services. “Investments are a critical part of our business” says Clarfeld. “But what really differentiates high quality boutiques from the large brokerage houses is the entrepreneurial approach to integrated wealth management, attributes that often are quite limited within the institutional culture of the mega firms.”…

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

Events

Mike Risko Music Performing 'The Lion King' OSSINING, N.Y. -- Get ready to roar in Ossining.Mike Risko Music School is presenting "Disney's Lion King KIDS' as its fall 2016 musical theater production. The production is open to kids from 1st grade to 9th grade, while kids ages four and five can participate in the junior chorus. The show is 45 minutes long and Mike Risko Music School said it is a learning experience for kids interested in musical theater, with the cast also participating in set design. Rehearsals will be held one to two evenings a week. For more information and to register, call 914-762-8757 or visit http://www.mi…

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

News

Valhalla's Forgotten Felines Seeks Donations For Cat Found In Sleepy Hollow VALHALLA, N.Y. -- Forgotten Felines, a cat rescue organization, is hoping people will help out a kitten named Hope.Hope was found in Sleepy Hollow with bite wounds and a raging infection. She is recovering, but Forgotten Felines said her vet bills were very high and are asking for assistance. To donate, visit https://www.youcaring.com/forgotten-felines-620710. For more information, contact them at: forgottenfelinesny@gmail.com or 914-428-7969.

by Sam Barron

08/16/2016

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