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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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Politics
Hanauer Seeks Another Term As Ossining Mayor Hanauer Seeks Another Term As Ossining Mayor
Hanauer Seeks Another Term As Ossining Mayor OSSINING, N.Y. -- Ossining mayor Bill Hanauer is hoping Ossining residents will elect him to a fifth two-year term. Hanauer, who has been mayor since 2006, is running in the Democratic primary on Tuesday, Sept. 9, against village Trustee Victoria Gearity.  The mayor said he is intelligent, committed and honest. When he's not running the village of 20,000, Hanauer is an associate member of Independent Hose Company #6 of the Ossining Volunteer Fire Department and an American Field Service volunteer, along with being a husband, father and community activist.  "I enjoy cooking, opera, th…

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Gearity Challenging Hanauer In Ossining Mayoral Primary Gearity Challenging Hanauer In Ossining Mayoral Primary
Gearity Challenging Hanauer In Ossining Mayoral Primary OSSINING, N.Y. -- Victoria Gearity is hoping to move from trustee to mayor of the Village of Ossining. Gearity is running in the Democratic primary on Euesday, Sept. 9, against incumbent Bill Hanauer. Gearity said she can be described as someone with integrity, openness and respect and said she is defined in her role as a parent, wife, public servant, community organizer and friend. Smart environmental practices and economic justice are two of the issues Gearity is passionate about. Gearity said the campaign has had many obstacles. "We have been counteracting the — at best, mislea…

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Terrence Murphy Running In GOP Primary For State Senate From Putnam Terrence Murphy Running In GOP Primary For State Senate From Putnam
Terrence Murphy Running In GOP Primary For State Senate From Putnam YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- Yorktown Councilman Terrence Murphy is hoping that next year he is headed to Albany. Murphy, who has served on the Yorktown Town Board since 2009, is hoping to become senator in the 40th District, replacing Greg Ball, who is not running for re-election.  Murphy is running in the Republican primary on Tuesday, Sept. 9, against former Assemblyman Bob Castelli Tuesday. The 40th District covers Pleasantville, Armonk, Bedford, Yorktown, Briarcliff, Chappaqua, Cortlandt, Lewisboro, Mount Pleasant, Mount Kisco, North Salem, Peekskill, Somers and parts of Putnam and Dutches…

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Somers Golf Outing Features Strong Show Of Support For Astorino Somers Golf Outing Features Strong Show Of Support For Astorino
Somers Golf Outing Features Strong Show Of Support For Astorino SOMERS, N.Y. -- The Somers Republican Town Committee thinks Rob Astorino should be the next governor of New York. The committee hosted its annual golf day and dinner Thursday at Anglebrook Golf Club. Astorino, the Westchester County Executive who is running for governor on the Republican ticket against incumbent Andrew Cuomo, was the guest of honor, though he was unable to attend. Astorino was in New York City debating Cuomo's primary opponent, Zephyr Teachout on WNYC Radio. In Astorino's place was Kevin Plunkett, the deputy county executive. Plunkett said Astorino has the same momen…

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Schools
Putnam Valley's Schools Open Their Doors Putnam Valley's Schools Open Their Doors
Putnam Valley's Schools Open Their Doors PUTNAM VALLEY, N.Y. -- The school year has begun in Putnam Valley. Putnam Valley Elementary School opened its doors on Wednesday, officially welcoming back students and introducing kindergarteners to their new school. "I am excited about the fresh start," Superintendent Fran Wills said. "We are working hard to improve academics and offer additional programs." Wells said the district has improved academics while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Principal Margaret Podesta said she was excited going into her second year as principal. "This is just a wonderful community," she sai…

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Mahopac HS, MS Endure Lockdown To Start School Year Mahopac HS, MS Endure Lockdown To Start School Year
Mahopac HS, MS Endure Lockdown To Start School Year MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- The Mahopac School District had an inauspicious start to the school year. A lockdown occurred at Mahopac High School and Mahopac Middle School on the first day of school Thursday. Police were looking for a suspect who had fled on foot, though they did not disclose further information. Mahopac Schools Interim Superintendent Brian Monahan was informed by police about the incident at 9 a.m. and placed the buildings on lockdown. Students still were arriving to the elementary school and were allowed into that building before it was locked. The lockdown was lifted when the…

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Events
7Horse Brings Brand Of Fun To Peekskill Sunday 7Horse Brings Brand Of Fun To Peekskill Sunday
7Horse Brings Brand Of Fun To Peekskill Sunday PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- A band on the rise is ready to rock Peekskill on Sunday, Sept. 7. 7Horse will be opening for the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at Paramount Hudson Valley at 1008 Brown St. in Peekskill. The band recently released its second album "Song For A Voodoo Wedding." 7Horse's song "Meth Lab Zoso Sticker" was featured in "The Wolf of Wall Street" and on the drama "Hart of Dixie."  "Meth Lab Zoso Sticker" was also selected for a mashup single by rapper Method Man. 7Horse formed in 2011, though band members have been playing together for 20 years. Phil Leavi…

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Schools
Yorktown High School Hopes For Success in New School Year Yorktown High School Hopes For Success in New School Year
Yorktown High School Hopes For Success in New School Year YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- The 2014-2015 school year has begun in Yorktown. Yorktown High School had its first day of school for all students on Wednesday Sept. 3. Freshman began the year on Sept. 2. The school was filled with students and faculty happy to be back. "I am super excited to be a senior," class president Jenna Gammer said. "I am hoping for a great school year." Gammer said she was looking forward to the school formal, homecoming, pep rallies and senior prom. "There are so many different events," Gammer said. "With this being my senior year, it's a little bittersweet. But I am …

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Walter Panas' Seniors Start New School Year With Mixed Emotions Walter Panas' Seniors Start New School Year With Mixed Emotions
Walter Panas' Seniors Start New School Year With Mixed Emotions CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- The school year has begun at Walter Panas High School in Cortlandt and seniors said it was a bittersweet day. "I'm filled with mixed emotions," Bella Siniscalchi said. "It's my last first day. I love Walter Panas and everyone who goes here. I'm hoping to make more memories this year." Siniscalchi said she is hoping to go to UMass in Amherst.  "I am obsessed with that school," Siniscalchi, who wants to be a business major, said. Barbara DiPaterio said she was excited to show her freshman brother around. "The last three years have gone by really fast," DiPateri…

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Lakeland High School Celebrates First Day Of School Lakeland High School Celebrates First Day Of School
Lakeland High School Celebrates First Day Of School SHRUB OAK, N.Y. -- Students and administrators at Lakeland High School are ready for another school year. The Lakeland School District had its first day of classes on Tuesday, Sept. 2 with students saying they were happy to be back. "I'm excited," Jadeen Mercado, who went to Mexico over the summer, said.  Mercado said she was looking forward to health and psychology, two electives she signed up for. Molly Fitzpatrick said it was bittersweet entering her senior year. "It's my last first day at the high school," Fitzpatrick said. "These years have flown by. I remember being here …

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