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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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News

Peekskill Celebrates Waterfront Groundbreaking PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- It was an event that was 15 years in the making. The City of Peekskill and Scenic Hudson broke ground on the $3.6 million Scenic Hudson Park at Peekskill Landing on Wednesday, adjacent to Riverfront Green Park and right on the waterfront. The city hopes that the new park will encourage more waterfront development and bring more people to experience Peekskill's waterfront. Scenic Hudson initially acquired the land from a developer in 1998 and spent 15 years planning and developing the property along with securing grants from the state. "Today signifies a major mileston…

by Sam Barron

10/31/2013

News

Ossining Celebrates Keenan House Opening OSSINING, N.Y. -- For years, residents of Ossining and the surrounding area have been waiting for a place like Keenan House Kitchen and Tap Room. The new American restaurant, located at 199 Main Street in Ossining, celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday. The restaurant has been opened since April. "We are so happy to have this in our downtown," Ingrid Richards, manager of downtown and economic development in the Village of Ossining said. "Keenan House gives our downtown some energy. They have fabulous food and extensive beer list. I could not think of a better place." Mayor Bill Hana…

by Sam Barron

10/31/2013

News

Vesce Hopes To Continue Family Tradition PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Representing the City of Peekskill is a Vesce family tradition that Vinnie Vesce is continuing. Vesce's father, Vincent, served as Peekskill mayor in the 1990s, and the younger Vesce has served on the Zoning Board of Appeals and is running on the Republican ticket for Common Council. Vesce is principal and CEO of V Squared Strategies, a consulting company. "The Peekskill I envisioned for my children, the investment that I have made in my community, and the true fabric of what this community once was, in my opinion, is being taken in a direction that will put Peekskill o…

by Sam Barron

10/30/2013

News

Hudson Valley Hospital Honors Wall Of Heroes CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- Hudson Valley Hospital Center in Cortlandt honored some of its best employees Tuesday, inducting 12 from 11 departments into its Wall of Heroes. Every month, the hospital names an Employee of the Month, nominated by co-workers. The employee is surprised with balloons and cookies and honored by having their portrait hung on the wall along the front corridor where it hangs for one year. "This is something that means a lot to our employees," said Hudson Valley Hospital President John Federspiel. "By commissioning these portraits, we let everyone in the hospital know how mu…

by Sam Barron

10/30/2013

Politics

Catherine Borgia's Heart Is In Ossining OSSINING, N.Y. -- Few people have been involved in their community more than Legislator Catherine Borgia, who represents District 9. Borgia, who is running for re-election for a second term, has served on the Ossining village board and was supervisor of the Town of Ossining. "I am running for re-election to continue my public service to the residents of the Ossining, Briarcliff, Croton, Cortlandt and Peekskill communities that I represent," Borgia said. "This district is such a diverse and eclectic portion of Westchester, and I am proud to fight for the needs of the families, seniors, you…

by Sam Barron

10/29/2013

Politics

Tripodi Looks To Represent District 9 OSSINING, N.Y. -- Peter Tripodi could be Osssining's boy wonder. At the age of 24, the Republican candidate for Westchester County Legislator District 9, was elected to the Ossining Town Board. Now, four years later, the almost lifelong Ossining resident is aiming higher. "I am running for office because this legislative district deserves better representation," Tripodi said. "It deserves a legislator that will work together with (County Executive) Rob Astorino, with legislators on both sides of the aisle, and really address all the challenges we face as a county." Tripodi touts his bi…

by Sam Barron

10/29/2013

News

Borgia, Tripodi Discuss Taxes, Housing Settlement At Ossining Forum OSSINING, N.Y. -- Voters in District 9 got a chance to hear from county Legislator Catherine Borgia (D-Ossining) and her opponent Peter Tripodi at a candidates forum on Oct. 24, sponsored by the Ossining Chamber of Commerce. The forum, held at the Ossining Community Center, featured candidates for Ossining village and town government discussing the issues facing the village and town. The race between Borgia and Tripodi is the only contested election on the local ballot. District 9 covers Peekskill, Cortlandt and Ossining. Borgia and Tripodi discussed such issues as property taxes and the …

by Sam Barron

10/28/2013

News

Peekskill's John Testa Seeks Re-Election As County Legislator PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- County Legislator John Testa has always called Peekskill home and values giving back to the city he loves. Testa, a retired teacher at Peekskill High School, has served on the Peekskill Common Council and as mayor for six years before becoming county legislator in 2009. Testa said during his time on the legislator he has worked in a bipartisan way with fellow legislators and County Executive Robert Astorino to keep taxes down and get things done. "During my time as county legislator I have taken a leadership role in senior citizen and veteran issues," Testa said. "I w…

by Sam Barron

10/28/2013

News

Cortlandt Teen Melody Munitz Stars In Anti-Bullying Musical CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- Melody Munitz, a 13-year old Cortlandt resident, has been traveling throughout the tristate teaching kids about the dangers of bullying. Munitz is one of the stars of the production of "The New Kid," which chronicles a new kid at a school caught up among all the school's cliques. She performs about two shows a month throughout the region. "Random Farms," the theater company Munitz is in that runs the show, is based in Elmsford. "I think it's great," Munitz said. "It's a really important message that I can relate to." Munitz was in the show last year, but this year she…

by Sam Barron

10/25/2013

News

Indian Point Security Drill Includes Simulated Weaponry CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- The safety and security of Indian Point Energy Center continues to remain a top priority. Entergy, the electric power company that runs Buchanan-based Indian Point, hosted several security training drills on Tuesday, Oct. 22. The drills used simulated weaponry as participants attempted to attack the plant in an exercise. Entergy used "MILES" gear, Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement Sysyems, using laser bullets to simulate live ammunition. Indian Point is required by the federal government to host security drills every other year, but runs its own drills during o…

by Sam Barron

10/24/2013

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