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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.

Sam Barron's Contributions

Lifestyle

Ellen Surprises Marist Sorority Superfans POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority at Marist College in Poughkeepsie got the ultimate surprise from their favorite TV show host. On Tuesday, Ellen DeGeneres surprised the superfans with a trip to Los Angeles to attend a taping of the show. In a letter to the show, Victoria Ruggiero said her sorority schedules their classes so they don't miss an episode and discuss the show in a group chat. The sorority sisters thought they would be Skyping with a producer, but instead, saw DeGeneres. Screaming, crying and jumping ensued. "Hi everybody," DeGeneres said. "Sur…

by Sam Barron

03/22/2017

News

Ossining Village Board Considering Tabling Roundabout Resolution OSSINING, N.Y. -- The Ossining Village Board's proposed roundabout might be down and out. At a public meeting Wednesday, the board will make a motion to table a resolution to defund the roundabout. The meeting is at 7 p.m. at Village Hall at 16 Croton Avenue, with the roundabout discussion beginning at 7:30 p.m. The village board is also planning a community meeting on April 6 at the Ossining Public Library. The proposed downtown roundabout would be constructed at the intersection of Main, Spring and Brandeth Streets and Central Avenue. On March 8, the village rejected a petition gathered…

by Sam Barron

03/22/2017

Politics

Incumbents Prevail In Village Elections It was a good night to be an incumbent as villages held their municipal elections on Tuesday night. In Cold Spring, Mayor David Merandy was re-elected in a tight race, defeating challenger Alison Anthoine 369-347. Incumbents Marie Earlie and Frances Murphy were re-elected to the village board, defeating Margaret Shatzle. In Buchanan, incumbent Democrats Duane Jackson and Cesare Pasquale defeated Republican challengers Robert Lupica and Anthony Capicotti for two seats on the village board. Jackson and Pasquale got 193 votes and 191 votes respectively. Capricotti and Lupica got 160 and 127…

by Sam Barron

03/22/2017

Events

Robert Klein Performing At Briarcliff Synagogue BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- After more than 50 years on stage, Robert Klein can still make them laugh. The comedian, who lives in Briarcliff, is presenting "An Evening With Robert Klein" at Congregations Sons Of Israel at 1666 Pleasantville Road in Briarcliff on Sunday, April 2 at 8 p.m. This has been a banner year for Klein, who will also be at The Picture House in Pelham on March 29, to discuss his new documentary "Robert Klein Still Can't Stop His Leg," which looks at his life and career, with interviews with comedians like Jerry Seinfeld and Jon Stewart who have been …

by Sam Barron

03/22/2017

Police & Fire

Mahopac/Carmel Chamber CEO, Brewster Trustee Charged With Felony Larceny Erin Meagher, the CEO/executive director of the Greater Mahopac Chamber Of Commerce and a Village of Brewster trustee used her chamber credit card like her own personal slush fund, the chamber is alleging. Meagher was arrested and charged with Grand Larceny in the 4th degree, a felony on Tuesday afternoon, according to Mahopac News. In a statement, chamber officials said they uncovered evidence of larceny, fraud and embezzlement. Meagher used her credit card to buy jewelery, dresses, handbags and Ivanka Trump shoes, fabricating invoices from Amazon, the chamber said. “Thanks to the due di…

by Sam Barron

03/21/2017

Lifestyle

Ossining Band Celebrates Release Of First Album OSSINING, N.Y. -- A band that started when they were students at Ossining High School is becoming one of the hottest names in music. Indigo King, which features Daniel Annibale, Josh Braunstein, Faiz Lone, and Liam Houghtaling, recently released his first album, "Cloud Neon. The record was mostly written in Ossining and recorded at their home in Hartsdale. "This has been the two years in the making," Annibale said. "It's a culmination of a ton of hard work." The album has received positive reviews and Indigo King recently sold out a performance at Arlene's Grocery …

by Sam Barron

03/21/2017

Neighbors

Sleepy Hollow Native Publishes Environmental Satire SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- When it comes to getting people to recycle, should we simply make them an offer they can't refuse? That's at the heart of Sleepy Hollow native John Marshall's debut novel "The Greenfather" which uses "The Godfather" to satirize the environmental movement. The book will be released on May 9. In the book, Simon, an organic grocery store owner is about to open a new grocery store, but then his father, who is New York's number one mobster, gets whacked. He soon has to take over the family business, under one condition- the mob has to go green. Soon, …

by Sam Barron

03/20/2017

Politics

Dutchess Voters Head To The Polls For Village Elections Villages will be contesting elections throughout Dutchess County on Tuesday, with a mayoral race in Rhinebeck topping the slate. Incumbent Mayor Heath Tortarella is being challenged by Trustee Gary Basset. Tortarella was appointed mayor in Feb. 2015 and was his elected to his first term in March 2015. An Iraqi War veteran, Tortorella said he wants to improve Rhinebeck's water infrastructure and continue the development of Legion Park at Crystal Lake as a recreation site, according to The Daily Freeman. Tortarella is a physical therapist with AMT Wound Care. Bassett, was appointed to the …

by Sam Barron

03/20/2017

Neighbors

Millerton Rapper Keeps Dutchess Fresh MILLERTON, N.Y. -- Buddha Da Great simply wants to help you have a good time. The Millerton rapper, whose real name is Ahmed McClennon, has been making a name for himself with his performances and songs throughout the region. Buddha has family connections in the rap business and said he started taking it seriously several years ago. In 2011, he was crowd the top artist at a showcase in downtown Manhattan- just his second ever live performance. In 2012, he released his first mixtape "Conjure and Kush Blunts." "Music has always been my first love," Buddha said. Buddha …

by Sam Barron

03/18/2017

Politics

Murphy Disappointed NYC Mayor Not Indicted For Corruption Sen. Terrence Murphy (R-Yorktown) is not letting up on New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio.On Thursday, state prosecutors announced that DeBlasio would not be indicted in a corruption probe over his campaign finance practices. Murphy said he was disappointed DeBlasio would not be indicted. A complaint from Murphy originally launched the probe against DeBlasio, as DeBlasio helped raise money for the Putnam County Democratic Committee in an unsuccessful attempt to defeat Murphy in a senate race in 2014 and give the senate back to the Democrats. "Prosecuting authorities said earlier today…

by Sam Barron

03/17/2017

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