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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

Bucky Is Putnam Pet Of The Week PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Putnam Humane Society is hoping Bucky can find a new home. The young, small pit bull mix was found as a stray. The Humane Society said he is active, happy and loves other dogs and would do best with children over 10 and active adults. You will always find Bucky with a toy ready to play," the Humane Society said. "If you are looking for a dog who will be an amazing companion and make you laugh and enjoy life, Bucky is the one." For more information, contact 845 225-7777 or visit www.puthumane.org

by Sam Barron

08/20/2017

Lifestyle

Putnam Celebrates Solar Eclipse With Viewing Party PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Putnam Valley Library is gearing up for a once in a generation experience. The Putnam Valley Library will be hosting a viewing party at Putnam Valley Town Park on Monday for the solar eclipse. During the eclipse, the sun will disappear behind the moon, turning daylight into twilight, and leading to a quick plunge in temperature before streamers of light streaking across the sky around the moon's silhouette. The event will begin at 1:45 p.m. and go until 3:30 p.m. and residents are asked to bring folding chairs. Science teacher Fred DePalma will be on hand to help…

by Sam Barron

08/20/2017

Politics

Astorino Takes Trump To Task For Charlottesville Comments This story has been updated with statements from Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino and Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro: As the controversy continues to swirl over President Donald Trump's Tuesday press conference in which he doubled down after initially placing blame for Saturday's deadly Neo-Nazi protest in Virginia on "both sides," two of the area's Republican county executives have taken issue with Trump's comments. Three of the Hudson Valley's Republican county executives issued statements condemning the violence in Charlottesville last weekend. Westchester Co…

by Sam Barron

08/20/2017

Real Estate

Work Starts On First Apartment Complex On Platinum Mile In Harrison HARRISON, N.Y. -- The Platinum Mile has a new tenant. Toll Brothers officially broke ground Tuesday on Carraway, a 421-unit luxury rental community on the site of two former corporate office buildings at 103-105 Corporate Park Drive. The new five-story luxury rental will feature a mix of 22 studios, 217 one-bedroom, and 182 two-bedroom residences. The building will have retail on the first floor and in-building parking garage. Leasing and first move-ins are projected for fall 2019 with the project expected to be completed by summer 2020. “We are excited about the development of Carraway an…

by Sam Barron

08/20/2017

Lifestyle

Popular TV Show 'Man v. Food' Takes On Westchester Casey Webb is coming to Westchester to see how much he can stuff his face. On "Man v. Food," which airs Monday, Aug. 21 at 9 p.m. on Travel Channel, Webb will be visiting Sleepy Hollow to try the Headless Horseman Burger and take on the Dawg House Challenge in Dobbs Ferry. The Horseman Burger, served at J.P. Doyle's in Sleepy Hollow, is a 10-ounce burger atop a brioche bun topped with lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo and a mound of house-made chili. At The Oath in Tarrytown, Webb tried the Griswold burger which features fried chicken, bacon, poutine, topped with sriracha maple syru…

by Sam Barron

08/20/2017

News

Michael Is Dutchess County Pet Of The Week WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. -- Michael is looking for his forever home. A 3-month old hound/lab mix, Michael is currently staying Compassionate Animal Rescue Efforts of Dutchess County and is described as being happy go lucky and loveable. To fill out an application, visit www.careofdc.org. For more information, visit the website or contact 845-240-4862.

by Sam Barron

08/20/2017

Events

Westchester Celebrates Solar Eclipse With Viewing Parties WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Westchester is gearing up for a once in a generation experience. Viewing parties will be held throughout the county on Monday for the solar eclipse. During the eclipse, the sun will disappear behind the moon, turning daylight into twilight, and leading to a quick plunge in temperature before streamers of light streaking across the sky around the moon's silhouette. The Greenburgh Central School District is hosting a viewing party at Woodlands High School Soccer Field from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m with 250 approved viewing glasses being handed out. The Ossining Public Libr…

by Sam Barron

08/19/2017

Business

NBA Star Hopes To Make A Splash With New Juice Lab In White Plains WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Sean Kilpatrick is giving back to the community. Kilpatrick who plays for the Brooklyn Nets and lives in White Plains celebrated the grand opening of The Juice Lab, located at 148A Mamaroneck Avenue in White Plains Saturday. The Juice Lab plans to serve smoothies and juices to help foster a healthy lifestyle. "I want to thank God without him none of this is even possible," said Kilpatrick, who was born in Yonkers and starred at White Plains High School. "All the people who came out to support this cause, all the people behind the scenes putting in the ti…

by Sam Barron

08/19/2017

Events

Dutchess Celebrates Solar Eclipse With Viewing Parties DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Dutchess is gearing up for a once in a generation experience. Viewing parties will be held throughout the county on Monday for the solar eclipse. During the eclipse, the sun will disappear behind the moon, turning daylight into twilight, and leading to a quick plunge in temperature before streamers of light streaking across the sky around the moon's silhouette. The Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park is hosting a viewing party from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For $20, guests will receive solar eclipse viewing glasses, information/family activity sheet, and a commemorative T-shirt. …

by Sam Barron

08/18/2017

Lifestyle

Dina Is SPCA Pet Of The Week BRIARCLIFF, N.Y. -- Dina, an 8-year-old husky mix who came into the SPCA as a stray is looking for her forever home. Dina was in rough shape when she arrived but is healing up nicely. "This girl is a total love. She is good with other dogs and kids of all ages, she's happiest when she gets to rest her head in a lap and snuggle for hours," the SPCA said. For more information, e-mail shelter@spca914.org.

by Sam Barron

08/18/2017

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