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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
Religious Procession Could Cause Delays In Ossining Religious Procession Could Cause Delays In Ossining
Religious Procession Could Cause Delays In Ossining OSSINING, N.Y. -- In honor of Good Friday, a religious procession will be taking place in Ossining at 6 p.m. Ossining Police said the event usually draws large crowds and motorists can expect some minor traffic delays on South Highland Avenue and other affected roadways. Police said they are not expecting any significant road closures. 

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by Sam Barron
Police & Fire
Firefighters Respond To Gas Leak In Croton Firefighters Respond To Gas Leak In Croton
Firefighters Respond To Gas Leak In Croton CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department was on the scene Friday just before 1 p.m. after a gas leak was reported near Old Post Road North and Terrace Place. Con Edison called the firefighters to assist with checking with houses to ensure no gas migrated into their basements, the fire department said. Twenty firefighters responded to the scene and were there for 45 minutes, the fire department said. Con Edison remains in the area working on the leak, the fire department said.

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by Sam Barron
Obituaries
Former School Teacher Victor Faggella, 87, Of Mahopac Former School Teacher Victor Faggella, 87, Of Mahopac
Former School Teacher Victor Faggella, 87, Of Mahopac MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Victor J. Faggella of Mahopac, formerly of Yorktown Heights, died on April 11. He was 87.  Faggella worked as a teacher for the Pleasantville Union Free School District. After retiring in 1985, he founded Centurion Home Inspection in Yorktown Heights.  Faggella was born in 1930 in the Bronx to Vincent and Marie Faggella. He graduated from the Bronx High School of Science in 1948, then went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology and his Masters in Education, both from New York University. In 1956, he married Teresa Hayes at Sacred Heart in the Bronx.  Loc…

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by Sam Barron
News
Letter To The Editor: For Earth Day- An Environmental Vision For Yorktown Letter To The Editor: For Earth Day- An Environmental Vision For Yorktown
Letter To The Editor: For Earth Day- An Environmental Vision For Yorktown 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 . On Earth Day the 22nd of April, many residents will participate in the “Battle of Yorktown;” hundreds of volunteers will be cleaning up roadside trash. I applaud these dedicated volunteers, and I will be joining them. However, many of us believe that Earth Day must be more than a one-day commitment; it must be a commitment for 365 days a year. I believe Yorktown can do better. Ironically, on April 18th, during Earth Week, Yorktown’s…

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by Sam Barron
Police & Fire
Man Violates Order Of Protection In Yorktown Man Violates Order Of Protection In Yorktown
Man Violates Order Of Protection In Yorktown YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- A Mahopac man was arrested Thursday after Yorktown Police say he violated an order of protection. Stephen Swett, 40, was charged with criminal contempt in the second degree, a Class A misdemeanor.  Swett violated a Westchester County Family Court Temporary Order of Protection by speaking to the protected party, police said. After a police investigation, Swett turned himself in. He was released on his own recognizance and is due back in Yorktown Justice Court on May 11.

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Sports
Ossining's Saniya Chong Selected In WNBA Draft Ossining's Saniya Chong Selected In WNBA Draft
Ossining's Saniya Chong Selected In WNBA Draft OSSINING, N.Y -- Ossining High School graduate Saniya Chong's is a now professional basketball player. Chong, who graduated in 2013 and played college ball for the Connecticut Huskies, was selected in the third round of the WNBA Draft by the Dallas Wings. “I am truly blessed to be able to get this opportunity,” Chong said. I am grateful and excited to start my new journey. Thank you to everyone out there that supported me." At UConn, Chong had 808 points, 288 rebounds, 119 steals and 135 three-pointers. During her senior year, Chong averaged career highs in points, rebounds, assists a…

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by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Cardinal Dolan Cuts Ribbon At New ArchCare Facility In Rhinebeck Cardinal Dolan Cuts Ribbon At New ArchCare Facility In Rhinebeck
Cardinal Dolan Cuts Ribbon At New ArchCare Facility In Rhinebeck RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- ArchCare's new Center for Neurodegenerative Care in Rhinebeck received a special visitor this week. New York Archbishop Cardinal Timothy Dolan celebrated mass and blessed the new center during its grand opening ceremonies. The recently completed 38-bed center will enable patients who otherwise would have to leave the region for care to receive care closer to their families. “For many of our patients, today is a joyous homecoming,” Cardinal Dolan said. “No longer will they have to be separated from the ones they love just to access the expert, compassionate care they deser…

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Obituaries
Conner McCombe, 24, Of Cortlandt Conner McCombe, 24, Of Cortlandt
Conner McCombe, 24, Of Cortlandt Conner John McCombe passed away suddenly on Monday, April 10 at the age of 24. He was the beloved son of Connie Magee McCombe of Cortlandt Manor and George “Eddie” McCombe of Peekskill. Conner was also a special brother to George McCombe and his wife, Anne, of Bloomington, IN and Kierstin and Kara McCombe of Cortlandt Manor. Conner had special needs since birth, but he was a resilient human being, who persevered and achieved more than anyone ever thought possible. His beautiful blue eyes, long lashes and infectious sweet smile will be remembered, as will the simple joy he found in bouncing …

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Police & Fire
Man Possessed Ecstasy, Meth After Being Pulled Over In Yorktown Man Possessed Ecstasy, Meth After Being Pulled Over In Yorktown
Man Possessed Ecstasy, Meth After Being Pulled Over In Yorktown YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y.-- A 45-year-old man was arrested for drug charges and multiple traffic violations after being pulled over in Yorktown Wednesday night. Jerome Perry, a Far Rockaway resident, was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, a Class A misdemeanor, possession of a hypodermic needle, a Class A misdemeanor, driving with a suspended registration and driving with a broken tail light. Police said they pulled Perry over on Saw Mill River Road for the tail light, and a computer check revealed his registration was suspended. Further investigation reve…

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News
Letter To The Editor: Let's Develop A Plan For Downtown Ossining Letter To The Editor: Let's Develop A Plan For Downtown Ossining
Letter To The Editor: Let's Develop A Plan For Downtown Ossining 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. When I first suggested a roundabout as a possible creative option to improve our Main and Spring Street intersection (AKA 5 corners) I had no idea how much controversy this option for the public safety project would cause. As a Village Trustee it is important that the confidence you have placed with me for the past 5 years continues. I am committed to making sure all decisions are done as a community as much as possible. I have…

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