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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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Ossining's Family Ties Hosts Holiday Dinner In Tarrytown Ossining's Family Ties Hosts Holiday Dinner In Tarrytown
Ossining's Family Ties Hosts Holiday Dinner In Tarrytown OSSINING, N.Y. -- Thanks to Ossining-based Family Ties, the holiday season was extended for another week for some special families. Family Ties, which helps families with children who have emotional, social and behavioral problems, hosted a belated holiday party on Tuesday at the Doubletree Hotel in Tarrytown. At the party, kids danced with their parents and had dinner topped off with cake. The party was originally scheduled for Dec. 20 but delayed because of snow.  "We help families navigate the system," Sylvia Escala said. "We are a part of the Ossining community. We help families hea…

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North Castle Launches Single Stream Recycling North Castle Launches Single Stream Recycling
North Castle Launches Single Stream Recycling ARMONK, N.Y. -- The Town of North Castle is continuing to make its case for most environmentally friendly Westchester municipality. The town has launched single stream recycling, which means all metals, paper and plastics will be collected at one time. The town believes this will save money in the long run and cause residents to recycle more. Previously residents had to put paper and cardboard and then glass the next week. "It created an inconvenience," former councilwoman Diane Didonato-Roth, who supported single stream recycling said. "We don't think people recycle as well when you do…

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Ossining Farmers Market Heats Up Winter Ossining Farmers Market Heats Up Winter
Ossining Farmers Market Heats Up Winter OSSINING, N.Y. -- For 23 years, Ossining's outdoor farmer's market has become an institution in the village. Ossining's Winter Down to Earth Farmers Market opened its winter season on Saturday, Jan. 4. The market, located at the corner of Spring and Main Streets, features local produce, meats, fish, breads, cheeses, pickles, baked goods. The market is open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year's marketing slogan for the event is "Try It!" to encourage people who may have never visited the farmers market before to come down or to encourage people to try something different when they…

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Armonk Fire Destroys Home, Kills Dog Armonk Fire Destroys Home, Kills Dog
Armonk Fire Destroys Home, Kills Dog ARMONK, N.Y. -- A fire at 21 Faraway Road killed one dog and destroyed an Armonk home on Friday, Jan. 3. Firefighters arrived on the scene a little after 12 p.m. and found the fire had blown out through the door with the roof collapsing shortly after firefighters arrived, Armonk Fire Chief Richard Waterbury said. The fire department blamed the fierce winds and harsh cold for the fire spreading so quickly. No one was home at the time of the fire, Waterbury said and no firefighters were hurt. Firefighters battled the fire despite the cold, using a hydrant operation to prevent hoses from f…

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North Salem Girl Scouts Give Back To First Responders North Salem Girl Scouts Give Back To First Responders
North Salem Girl Scouts Give Back To First Responders NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The North Salem Girl Scouts decided to give thanks this holiday season. The 10th Grade North Salem Girl Scout Troops 2854 and 1148 hosted a holiday reception to thank the emergency volunteers in the community.  About 40 members of the North Salem Ambulance Corps, Croton Falls Fire Department and North Salem Police joined the girls for dessert and coffee.  The girls spent the afternoon at the Ambulance Corps baking and decorating in preparation for the festivities. This was the second year the girls has participated in this event. "Every girl has a responsibility for…

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Fight To End Texting While Driving Gains Steam In Westchester Fight To End Texting While Driving Gains Steam In Westchester
Fight To End Texting While Driving Gains Steam In Westchester WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Imagine driving a car and closing your eyes for five seconds. According to Jacy Good and Steve Johnson, who run White Plains-based Hang Up and Drive, that is the equivalent of sending a text message while driving. Good started Hang Up and Drive after her parents were killed in a car accident caused by a man talking on his phone. Good survived, though she suffered a traumatic brain injury and is unable to use her left arm or lower leg and has minor lingering cognitive issues. "When you're texting or talking on the phone, you're not really paying attention to the roa…

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Hillary Clinton, Letterman Will Be 2014 Northern Westchester Newsmakers Hillary Clinton, Letterman Will Be 2014 Northern Westchester Newsmakers
Hillary Clinton, Letterman Will Be 2014 Northern Westchester Newsmakers NORTHERN WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- All eyes will be on Chappaqua's Hillary Rodham Clinton in 2014. Clinton said she will make a decision in 2014 on whether she runs for president in 2016. Political pundits have deemed Clinton an early frontrunner if she enters the race. North Salem resident David Letterman will face new competition when Jimmy Fallon takes over as host of "The Tonight Show.".Chappaqua resident Ben Stiller will star in "Night At The Museum 3", arriving in theaters next Christmas. There have been some noteworthy changes in the leadership of several towns. Rick Morrissey has t…

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Police & Fire
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Home In Armonk On Friday Afternoon Firefighters Battle Blaze At Home In Armonk On Friday Afternoon
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Home In Armonk On Friday Afternoon ARMONK, N.Y. -- A fire destroyed a home at 21 Faraway Road Friday, the Armonk Fire Department confirmed.  The fire department declined to divulge any further information, saying the chief is the only one authorized to speak on the record. According to LoHud.com, no injuries were reported in the fire that was reported shortly after noon and firefighters do not know the cause. The family was in New York City when the fire occurred. Doug Tropp, of New Castle, a friend of the homeowners, told LoHud he arrived at the fire hoping to retrieve the family’s dog, but said he was unsuccessful. T…

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Weather
Snowstorm Disrupts Routines In Northern Westchester Snowstorm Disrupts Routines In Northern Westchester
Snowstorm Disrupts Routines In Northern Westchester OSSINING, N.Y. -- The snowstorm shut down much of Northern Westchester on Friday. The storm closed all the schools in the region.  A fire was reported at the Cook Memorial Pool in Cortlandt with Montrose firefighters on the scene, according to LoHud,com. The Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville delayed opening until 2 p.m. The Ossining Library, Field Library in Peekskill and Hendrick Hudson Library in Cortlandt are all closed.  The City of Peekskill has announced that as a result of the dangerously low temperatures and wind-chill factor, a warming center has opened at the Peeksk…

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Proposed Costco Wholesale Club Moves Forward In Yorktown Proposed Costco Wholesale Club Moves Forward In Yorktown
Proposed Costco Wholesale Club Moves Forward In Yorktown YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- The proposed Costco Wholesale Club at 3200 Crompond Road in Yorktown is in the hands of the planning board. Costco, which plans to build a 151,000 square-foot wholesale club with a gas station, is currently answering planning board questions as part of its State Environmental Quality Review Assessment (SEQRA) process. Costco is expected to have it 1200-question response back no later than Jan. 14. After it accepts the response, the planning board will then review Costco's site plan along with a special use permit for it to have a gas station. "This is a high priority a…

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