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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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NTSB Board Member On SUV Driver: 'I Don't Think She Knew Where She Was' NTSB Board Member On SUV Driver: 'I Don't Think She Knew Where She Was'
NTSB Board Member On SUV Driver: 'I Don't Think She Knew Where She Was' The fatal Metro-North train crash that killed six people and injured 15 people in Valhalla was caused by Ellen Brody driving her SUV onto the train tracks while the warning system was activated, the National Transportation Safety Board determined Tuesday. Investigators said they were unable to determine why Brody drove her car onto the train tracks despite warning signs indicating a train was approaching. Robert Sumwalt, a board member of the NTSB, said he thinks Brody simply lost situational awareness. "Sometimes we cannot explain human behavior, especially when we don't have the per…

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Police & Fire
Yorktown Man Arrested At White Plains Hotel After Court No-Show Yorktown Man Arrested At White Plains Hotel After Court No-Show
Yorktown Man Arrested At White Plains Hotel After Court No-Show A 45-year-old Yorktown man was arrested by Yorktown Police at a hotel in White Plains after he failed to appear in court. Joseph Porticelli was arrested on the bench warrant,  in connection with a charge of criminal contempt in the second degree, a Class A misdemeanor. After he no-showed the July 20 court appearance, police located him at the Hyatt House in White Plains. Last month, Porticelli was arrested and charged after he allegedly threatened someone with a firearm. Porticelli was remanded to Westchester County Jail and is due back in court on July 25.

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Politics
Peekskill Mayor Rips City Judge Following Assaults Peekskill Mayor Rips City Judge Following Assaults
Peekskill Mayor Rips City Judge Following Assaults PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Mayor Frank Catalina ripped a Peekskill City Judge after twin brothers were involved in two different assaults in the city. Catalina ripped Peekskill City Judge Melissa Loehr for allowing Ishmail McGougain and Essa McGougain to be released on their own recognizance following a July 14 assault arrest, only for them to be arrested for another assault.  Akeem Joseph, who was also arrested and charged with assault, had bail set at $2,000. All three bail amounts were lower than what the district attorney recommended, Catalina said. Two days later, the McGougain twins were arr…

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Family Receives Purple Heart Found In Central Nyack Family Receives Purple Heart Found In Central Nyack
Family Receives Purple Heart Found In Central Nyack ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- A Purple Heart found in Central Nyack has been returned to its rightful owner. Senator Chuck Schumer presented the once-missing Purple Heart to the family of Bernard McNamara, a World War II veteran on Sunday. The Purple Heart was found in the dirt on West Broadway and contained no information other than that it belonged to someone by the name of "B.J. McNamara on Dec. 9, 1943.' “It is a privilege and an honor to return this Purple Heart to the family of decorated World War II veteran, Bernard J. McNamara,” said Schumer. “McNamara was a true American hero and p…

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White Plains Plans Protected Bike Lane On Busy Martine Avenue White Plains Plans Protected Bike Lane On Busy Martine Avenue
White Plains Plans Protected Bike Lane On Busy Martine Avenue WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The City of White Plains is continuing with its plans to make downtown more accessible and pedestrian friendly. The city received a $1.2 million grant from the state to make improvements in downtown White Plains which will see added bike lanes and upgraded pedestrian access. The protected bike lane will be installed at Martin Avenue, running from Court Street to Lexington Street. A protected bike lane will put a four food median in front of the lane to give cyclists more security.  "We have not in the past been as bike friendly," Mayor Tom Roach, who called …

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Obituaries
Vincent Licenziato, 97, Received French Legion Of Honor, Yorktown Heights Vincent Licenziato, 97, Received French Legion Of Honor, Yorktown Heights
Vincent Licenziato, 97, Received French Legion Of Honor, Yorktown Heights YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- Vincent Licenziato, 97, of Yorktown Heights passed away peacefully on July 16 at his home. Licenziato was born in New York City, grew up in Naples, Italy and moved to Mount Kisco at age 13 where he met his wife, Josephine. They lived in Amawalk where they raised their four children. They retired to Yorktown Heights. Licenziato had a love of his country which was surpassed by none. A member of the greatest generation, he served in the 926th Signal Battalion in the army during World War II. In 2016 he received the French Legion of Honor for his efforts in the defense…

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Letter To The Editor: Congrats To Ardsley On Affordable Housing Letter To The Editor: Congrats To Ardsley On Affordable Housing
Letter To The Editor: Congrats To Ardsley On Affordable Housing ARDSLEY, N.Y. -- Rivertowns Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To submit your letter, email rivertowns@dailyvoice.com. Congratulations to the village of Ardsley and the team that developed the new affordable condominium units at the waterwheel on Saw Mill River Road. The property, previously located on foreclosed Greenburgh town owned land that we turned over to Ardsley for affordable housing, will provide a great quality of life for 22 families. When I attended the grand opening this Saturday morning many of the families expressed appreciation fo…

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Public Invited To Westchester County Airport Master Plan Discussion Public Invited To Westchester County Airport Master Plan Discussion
Public Invited To Westchester County Airport Master Plan Discussion WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The county is looking to hear your input on the master plan for Westchester County Airport.A public hearing on the airport's draft master plan will be held on Thursday, July 27 at 7 p.m. in the Little Theater at the Westchester County Center. The public hearing will include a presentation of the draft master plan and an opportunity for attendees to comment on the draft plan. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and there will be free parking at the County Center parking lot.  County Executive Rob Astorino has considered privatizing Westchester County Airport, saying it would prov…

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Business
Burke Physician Named Best Doctor By New York Magazine Burke Physician Named Best Doctor By New York Magazine
Burke Physician Named Best Doctor By New York Magazine WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Dr. Barry Jordan is one of the best of the best.For the 16th consecutive year, Dr. Jordan, assistant medical director and director of neurorehabilitation at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, was named one of the Best Doctors for Neurology by New York Magazine. “It is an honor to be named one of the Best Doctors in New York again this year, especially to be included in a group of such distinguished physicians," Dr. Jordan said.  At Burke, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive neurorehabilitation programs for those who have experienced a life changing neurological inj…

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Business
Westchester Diner Demolished To Make Room For Honda Service Center Westchester Diner Demolished To Make Room For Honda Service Center
Westchester Diner Demolished To Make Room For Honda Service Center WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- It was officially the end of an era in Tarrytown. The El Dorado Diner, which closed in February, was demolished, to make room for a 23,168 square foot Honda service center. Honda has a dealership across the street. The diner was an institution on South Broadway, having previously been a Howard Johnson's.  El Dorado still has locations in Elmsford and Scarsdale. 

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