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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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Lifestyle
Westchester's Trailways Are Hotspots For Hikers Westchester's Trailways Are Hotspots For Hikers
Westchester's Trailways Are Hotspots For Hikers WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Westchester has become known for its rich and diverse array of hiking trails. The county has 190 miles of established trails spread over 18,000 acres, according to Peter Tartaglia, Westchester County's deputy commissioner of parks. "It's one of the main features of our parks," Tartaglia said. "We have many multi-use trailways." Tartaglia said the Bronx River Pathway and Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill are two of the more popular hiking spots in Westchester. "Everywhere you look in Westchester, you have trails," Tartaglia said.  The county does…

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Putnam County Is A Hotspot For Hikers Putnam County Is A Hotspot For Hikers
Putnam County Is A Hotspot For Hikers PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- When it comes to hiking, Putnam County has no shortage of trails and enthusiasts. Putnam County's slogan "Where The Country Begins" certainly applies in the county famous for Breakneck Ridge in Cold Spring. "It is known as a local hiking hot spot," said Frank Smith, deputy director of Putnam County Tourism. "The views of the Hudson River are unbelievable." Breakneck Ridge is considered to be one of the most strenuous hikes in the area, a 3.7 mile hike that takes approximately four hours. Metro North offers a Breakneck Ridge MTA stop on weekends.   Bull Hill-…

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Obituaries
Harry Devert's Life Celebrated In Pelham Harry Devert's Life Celebrated In Pelham
Harry Devert's Life Celebrated In Pelham WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Not many eulogies end with those attending taking shots of tequila, but then again, not many people lived a life like Harry Devert did. Harry Devert, a 32-year-old Pelham native who went missing in Mexico in January and was found dead in July, had his life celebrated at Chester Park in Pelham on Saturday with friends and family celebrating a man who lived a thousand lifetimes. His mother, Ann, who lives in New Rochelle, told a story about visiting the Bronx Zoo in which Harry kept running on the grass. Ann asked Harry if he saw the sign saying Keep Off The Gr…

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Galef and Carlucci Absentee Ballot Bill Signed Into Law Galef and Carlucci Absentee Ballot Bill Signed Into Law
Galef and Carlucci Absentee Ballot Bill Signed Into Law OSSINING, N.Y. -- A new law authored by Assemblywoman Sandy Galef and State Sen. David Carlucci makes absentee balloting easier for New Yorkers. Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently signed the bill, aimed at making the process to get an absentee ballot easier. The legislation is designed to accommodate commuters, who would likely spend most of the day away from their county of residence, and people who are primary care providers or have a physical disability. The focus of this legislation is to standardize the application process so that registered voters can cast a ballot without the lengthy pro…

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Galef, Carlucci Absentee Ballot Bill Signed Into Law Galef, Carlucci Absentee Ballot Bill Signed Into Law
Galef, Carlucci Absentee Ballot Bill Signed Into Law OSSINING, N.Y. -- A new law authored by Assemblywoman Sandy Galef and State Sen. David Carlucci makes absentee balloting easier for New Yorkers. Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently signed the bill, aimed at making the process to get an absentee ballot easier. The legislation is designed to accommodate commuters, who would likely spend most of the day away from their county of residence, and people who are primary care providers or have a physical disability. The focus of this legislation is to standardize the application process so that registered voters can cast a ballot without the lengthy pro…

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Mahopac Residents Support ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Mahopac Residents Support ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Mahopac Residents Support ALS Ice Bucket Challenge PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- As the ice bucket challenge sweeps the country, it has gained fans in Mahopac. Justin Timberlake, Matt Lauer, Martha Stewart and the Kennedys have all done it. The Ice Bucket Challenge has raised more than $2.3 million for the national ALS Association since July 29. That's compared with raising $25,000 in donations during the same time period last year, according to an e-mail from Carrie Munk, association spokeswoman. ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerv…

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Events
Cows Come Home To Yorktown's Hilltop Hanover Farm Cows Come Home To Yorktown's Hilltop Hanover Farm
Cows Come Home To Yorktown's Hilltop Hanover Farm YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- After more than 20 years away, cows are returning to Yorktown's Hilltop Hanover Farm. Hilltop Hanover will be hosting a welcome home party for its four new cows on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Milking demonstrations will occur at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and the name of the newborn cow will be announced at noon. "This is a big deal," Thomas McLoughlin, who is on the board of Friends of Hilltop Hanover said. "The farm has a rich history of cows and everyone was looking for them." Hilltop Hanover was famous for its prize winning cows which were sold all ove…

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Peekskill Approves Resolution To Urge Review Of Pipeline Safety Peekskill Approves Resolution To Urge Review Of Pipeline Safety
Peekskill Approves Resolution To Urge Review Of Pipeline Safety PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- The Peekskill Common Council unanimously approved a resolution Monday night, Aug. 12, to make sure a proposed 42-inch pipeline undergoes a comprehensive and transparent review process. The Spectra Algonquin gas pipeline would replace a previous 26-inch pipeline that has existed for 60 years. The pipeline, which is subject to approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), would run across the Hudson River and into Peekskill, Cortlandt, and Yorktown. The town of Cortlandt has already expressed opposition to the pipeline, concerned about its placement 450 f…

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Ossining Residents Mourn Robin Williams Ossining Residents Mourn Robin Williams
Ossining Residents Mourn Robin Williams OSSINING, N.Y. -- The arts world is taking the death of Robin Williams hard. Ray Arrucci, an actor, and Carol Arrucci, a music teacher, who run the Cortlandt School of Performing Arts and live in Ossining, both said they were sad to hear about the death of the actor and comedian, who committed suicide Monday. "It was a total shock," Ray said. "He seemed to be a happy soul. It shows how depression is very deep and easy to hide." Ray and Carol both said they were shocked when they heard the news and hoped it was a hoax. "I am surprised he couldn't be saved by his friends," Carol sai…

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Family Of Missing North Salem Wallaby Calls Indy 'A Survivor' Family Of Missing North Salem Wallaby Calls Indy 'A Survivor'
Family Of Missing North Salem Wallaby Calls Indy 'A Survivor' NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Saks family continues to hold out hope that Indy, their missing wallaby, will return home. Sightings of Indy, who went missing from his Titicus Road home on March 21, continue to be reported to Susan and Warren Saks, who care for Indy in North Salem. Susan said Indy, who is 6, was recently spotted only two houses away. "It's unbelievable he could be so close and not come home," Saks said.  Indy has been spotted throughout Northern Westchester, including in Waccabuc and at Four Winds Hospital in Cross River.  "Someone who didn't know he was missing calle…

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