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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
Election Results Face Challenges In Orangetown, Clarkstown Election Results Face Challenges In Orangetown, Clarkstown
Election Results Face Challenges In Orangetown, Clarkstown ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Two elections in Rockland are not over yet. Challenges have been mounted in the Orangetown Supervisor Race and the race for Clarkstown Councilman in Ward 2. In Orangetown, both candidates for supervisor, Democrat Thom Kleiner and Republican Chris Day, son of County Executive Ed Day have filed objections according to LoHud. Day currently leads Kleiner by 190 votes. In Clarkstown, challenges were filed in the race for Ward 2 between Democrat Daniel Caprara and Republican Peter Bradley. Caprara leads Bradley by 25 votes and the balance of power on the Clarkstown Town …

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Politics
Lewisboro Resident Challenging Terrence Murphy For Senate Seat Lewisboro Resident Challenging Terrence Murphy For Senate Seat
Lewisboro Resident Challenging Terrence Murphy For Senate Seat This story has been updated. Robert Kesten, a Lewisboro resident, is the first person to challenge State Sen. Terrence Murphy (R-Yorktown), who represents the 40th district and would be running for a third term next year. Kesten, a Democrat, said he was inspired to run against Murphy after an unsatisfying meeting with Murphy's chief of staff and communications director. "I asked them pointed questions about health care and education," Kesten said. "They said we have no position or standing on that. We don't consider these our issues. It was disconcerting." Kesten said …

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Lifestyle
Hudson Valley's Austin Rogers Still Alive In 'Jeopardy!' Champions Tourney Hudson Valley's Austin Rogers Still Alive In 'Jeopardy!' Champions Tourney
Hudson Valley's Austin Rogers Still Alive In 'Jeopardy!' Champions Tourney If he wants to be the ultimate "Jeopardy!" champion, the Hudson Valley's own Austin Rogers has some catching up to do. Rogers, a Pound Ridge native, is competing in the finals of the "Jeopardy!" Tournament of Champions, a two-night event. After the first night, Rogers who graduate from Fox Lane High School, trails Alan Lin, $8,800 to $6,500. Going into "Final Jeopardy!" Rogers trailed Lin $14,400 to $10,000. He led after single "Jeopardy!" with $4,800. The winner of the "Jeopardy!" Tournament of Champions receives $250,000. The "Final …

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Schools
Yorktown Hosting Donation Drive For Longtime Bus Driver Impacted By Fire Yorktown Hosting Donation Drive For Longtime Bus Driver Impacted By Fire
Yorktown Hosting Donation Drive For Longtime Bus Driver Impacted By Fire YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- The Yorktown School District is coming together to help one of its own. A donation drive is being held at Yorktown High School Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon for a longtime bus driver who lost everything in a house fire.  "This devoted individual has faithfully and safely transported the children of Yorktown on her bus for more than 30 years," Superintendent Ron Hattar said. "I am asking our community to rally together to offer our support. The school district is declining to name the bus driver and Superintendent Ron Hattar said he did not know where the fir…

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News
Astorino Drops Indian Point Lawsuits Astorino Drops Indian Point Lawsuits
Astorino Drops Indian Point Lawsuits Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino has decided not to go forward with his lawsuits trying to stop the closure of Indian Point Energy Center in Buchanan. Astorino's attorney filed paperwork to discontinue the lawsuits Thursday, according to LoHud. Astorino was defeated by Senator George Latimer last week in his bid for a third term. Indian Point is set to close in 2020 and 2021 after Entergy, which owns Indian Point said it was closing down the plant because it was no longer economically viable to remain open. Astorino launched his suit in May, saying the agreement between the state,…

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Politics
Woman Says George H.W. Bush Groped Her When He Was President Woman Says George H.W. Bush Groped Her When He Was President
Woman Says George H.W. Bush Groped Her When He Was President Another woman has come forward to accuse George H.W. Bush, 41st President of the United States, of groping her. A woman told CNN that Bush, who grew up in Greenwich and is now 93, grabbed her rear end at an event in April 1992, when he was still president. CNN did not disclose the woman's name. "It was like a gentle squeeze," the woman was quoted as saying. The woman said she thought it was an accident until other women came forward accusing the president of similar conduct. Six other women have accused Bush of groping them.  A spokesperson for Bush declined to comment on the la…

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News
New Castle Bans Vape Shops Within 2,000 Feet Of Schools New Castle Bans Vape Shops Within 2,000 Feet Of Schools
New Castle Bans Vape Shops Within 2,000 Feet Of Schools NEW CASTLE, N.Y. -- Vape shops will no longer be allowed near schools in New Castle. The New Castle Town Board passed legislation that said vape shops cannot be within 2,000 feet of the lot line of any school. The law also prohibits the establishments of vape shops within 500 feet of any park, playground, library or religious institution and no vape shops can be within 1,000 feet of each other. "We wanted to address our concerns before these establishments could potentially take root in our community," Councilman Jeremy Saland said. "Limiting our children’s exposure to vape s…

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Sports
Seven Softball Standouts Sign On With STAC Seven Softball Standouts Sign On With STAC
Seven Softball Standouts Sign On With Stac ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Seven student-athletes will be joining the St. Thomas Aquinas softball team. The seven players all signed their National Letters of Intent this week, following a season in which the STAC softball team won 18 games. “These seven recruits will add speed, strength and knowledge of the game to our team,” said head coach Kristen Sullivan. “I’ve been impressed with their level of dedication, passion, and ambition. In addition to their success on the field, they have excelled in the classroom. We are very fortunate to add these gifted athletes and look forward to seeing th…

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News
Veterans Help Veterans In Poughkeepsie Veterans Help Veterans In Poughkeepsie
Veterans Help Veterans In Poughkeepsie POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Residents of the Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at River Valley in Poughkeepsie gave back to veterans at a special event on Monday. The facility hosted "Veterans Helping Veterans" which featured paid tribute to those who served. The event featured a flag-raising ceremony led by US Army Sargeant George Ness and former service members were presented with certificates from Sen. Sue Serino. Care packages containing items such as lotion, toothpaste, toothbrushes, body wash, chapstick, and antibacterial hand wipes were assembled for soldiers currently in the fiel…

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Dutchess County Honors Cops For Stopping DWIs Dutchess County Honors Cops For Stopping DWIs
Dutchess County Honors Cops For Stopping DWIs POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Seven law enforcement officers were recently honored for their commitment to stopping DWIs in Dutchess. The officers were honored at the 23rd Annual Dutchess County STOP-DWI Program’s Law Enforcement Awards Luncheon held Wednesday at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. The event honors police officers from throughout Dutchess County for their commitment and contributions to the STOP-DWI Program’s mission. "We are proud to recognize the efforts of these brave men and women, who safeguard the lives of motorists throughout our county," Dutchess County Legislator Angel…

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