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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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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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News
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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Schools
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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News
Town of Cortlandt Completes Ice Bucket Challenge Town of Cortlandt Completes Ice Bucket Challenge
Town of Cortlandt Completes Ice Bucket Challenge CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- The Town of Cortlandt came together on Thursday, Aug. 28, to raise money for a good cause. At Town Hall, 35 people became the latest to take the ice bucket challenge, pouring a bucket of cold water over their heads to raise money and awareness for the ALS Association. ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. The ice bucket challenge has raised more than $100 million for ALS. Cortlandt was challenged by the Village of Buchana…

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First Family Visits Pocantico Hills For Wedding Of Chef, Talk Show Host First Family Visits Pocantico Hills For Wedding Of Chef, Talk Show Host
First Family Visits Pocantico Hills For Wedding Of Chef, Talk Show Host This story has been updated. MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- The First Family jetted into Westchester and stayed throughout the evening Saturday for the wedding of their personal chef, Sam Kass, at the Blue Hill in Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills. Barack Obama, the 44nd President of the United States, accompanied by his wife Michelle and daughters Malia and Sasha, touched down at Westchester County Airport in White Plains for the second time in the span of 28 hours on Saturday at around 6 p.m. Kass married MSNBC talk show host Alex Wagner.  About eight people waited across the street at Hi…

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Politics
Pleasantville Abuzz Over POTUS Visit Pleasantville Abuzz Over POTUS Visit
Pleasantville Abuzz Over Potus Visit PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- People in Pleasantville expressed excitement over President Barack Obama's visit to Westchester this weekend. Obama arrived at Westchester County Airport Friday afternoon, attending a fundraiser at Premium Point in New Rochelle and then attending a fundraiser in Purchase.  On Saturday, he is visiting Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Sleepy Hollow to attend the wedding of his personal chef.  Kyle Thomas at LaDuca Auto in Pleasantville said he was worried about the traffic on his drive home to Yonkers. He said if he saw the president he would ask him for $10. "I co…

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Murphy, Castelli Share Concerns Over New York's Future At Debate Murphy, Castelli Share Concerns Over New York's Future At Debate
Murphy, Castelli Share Concerns Over New York's Future At Debate NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- When it comes to the 40th Senate District, Republican voters seem most concerned with protecting their 2nd Amendment Rights. The NY Safe Act was one of the many issues discussed Wednesday night at the North Salem Ambulance Corps during a debate hosted by the North Salem Tea Party between Bob Castelli and Terrence Murphy, who are running for the Republican primary. Justin Wagner is running on the Democratic side for the seat held by Greg Ball. "New York is upside down," Murphy said. "We have the highest property taxes and we are  the least business friendly state. Th…

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