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Sam Barron

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sbarron@dailyvoice.com

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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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Neighbors

Astor CEO Appointed President Of Board Advocating For Children's Health RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- The CEO of Astor Servives has another title to add to his list.James McGuirk, CEO of the Rhinebeck-based organization has been named president of the board for the New York State Coalition for Children's Behavioral Health, a statewide organization that provides policy, advocacy and member services through collaboration to promote the best possible behavioral health services to children, youth and families in New York State. “I am proud and honored to serve as President of the New York State Coalition for Children’s Behavioral Health’s board,” said McGuirk. “There’s no more…

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

Events

Support Connection Hosting Walk Kickoff Breakfast At Hudson Valley Hospital CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- Support Connection is gearing up for its annual walk.The Yorktown-based organization, which assists women battling cancer, will be holding a kickoff breakfast on Monday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the lobby of Hudson Valley Hospital. The breakfast is free and open to everyone. Support Connection staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and assist anyone who wants to participate in the walk. Brochures, flyers and other materials will be available, along with info on donating, fundraising, forming teams, and ways to participate even if you can’t attend the wa…

by Sam Barron

08/18/2016

Police & Fire

Police Investigate Serious Taconic State Parkway Crash In Mount Pleasant MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- State police are investigating a motor vehicle accident that occurred on the Taconic Parkway Wednesday afternoon. The accident took place near Pleasantville Road shortly after noon. Hawthorne Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded to the scene. State Police did not immediately provide information on the accident.

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

Police & Fire

Man ID'd In Fatal Red Hook Crash RED HOOK, N.Y. -- A 49-year-old man has been identified as the victim of a one-car crash on Route 9 in Red Hook Monday morning, according to John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. The accident occurred neared the border of Columbia County.Robert Yowell of Albany was unconscious and trapped in the vehicle, and was later pronounced dead at the scene, police said. A preliminary investigation revealed that the vehicle was traveling southbound when it left the roadway and struck a tree, police said. The roadway was closed approximately three hours for investigators, police said…

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

Business

Tarrytown Wealth Advisor Honored By Forbes TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- A Tarrytown wealth advisor was recently honored by Forbes Magazine. Rob Clarfeld, CEO of Clairfeld Financial Advisors, was named 6th in Forbes' recent list of the 2016 Top Wealth Advisors. Clarfeld deals with wealth management, investments and family office services. “Investments are a critical part of our business” says Clarfeld. “But what really differentiates high quality boutiques from the large brokerage houses is the entrepreneurial approach to integrated wealth management, attributes that often are quite limited within the institutional culture of the mega firms.”…

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

Events

Mike Risko Music Performing 'The Lion King' OSSINING, N.Y. -- Get ready to roar in Ossining.Mike Risko Music School is presenting "Disney's Lion King KIDS' as its fall 2016 musical theater production. The production is open to kids from 1st grade to 9th grade, while kids ages four and five can participate in the junior chorus. The show is 45 minutes long and Mike Risko Music School said it is a learning experience for kids interested in musical theater, with the cast also participating in set design. Rehearsals will be held one to two evenings a week. For more information and to register, call 914-762-8757 or visit http://www.mi…

by Sam Barron

08/17/2016

News

Valhalla's Forgotten Felines Seeks Donations For Cat Found In Sleepy Hollow VALHALLA, N.Y. -- Forgotten Felines, a cat rescue organization, is hoping people will help out a kitten named Hope.Hope was found in Sleepy Hollow with bite wounds and a raging infection. She is recovering, but Forgotten Felines said her vet bills were very high and are asking for assistance. To donate, visit https://www.youcaring.com/forgotten-felines-620710. For more information, contact them at: forgottenfelinesny@gmail.com or 914-428-7969.

by Sam Barron

08/16/2016

Neighbors

Croton Teens Create Good Samaritan PSA CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- New Yorkers can learn about the state's Good Samaritan law from some Croton teens.The teens completed production on a 30 second public service announcement that is running on Optimum TV channels in the Croton area. The public awareness campaign focuses on the law that protects individuals who call 911 to obtain medical help for someone who has overdosed on drugs or alcohol while in their presence. Students from the high school's Teen Leadership Council developed the concept and wrote the script while a professional TV producer worked with the students to bring the…

by Sam Barron

08/16/2016

Police & Fire

Fired Dutchess Deputy Sheriff Charged With Growing Marijuana DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Rosario Scavelli, a part-time Dutchess County Deputy Sheriff who was fired after being arrested by federal agents, has been charged by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations in New York for producing and growing marijuana, Daily Voice has learned. Scavelli was arrested on Thursday, according to Rachael Yong Yow, public affairs officer for U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement's New York Field Office. Scavelli is being prosecuted in Arizona. Following his arrest, Scavelli, who had been with the sheriff's office since 2008, was te…

by Sam Barron

08/15/2016

Police & Fire

Dutchess Deputy Sheriff Fired Following Arrest By Feds DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Rosario Scavelli, a part-time Dutchess County Deputy Sheriff, has been terminated from his position by the county following an arrest by federal agents. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office confirmed Scavelli's arrest but referred all details to the Department of Homeland Security. After being reached by Daily Voice late early Monday afternoon, the Department of Homeland Society said it would not be able to immediately release information on Scavelli's arrest. Scavelli had been with the sheriff's office since 2008. Check back to Daily Voice for m…

by Sam Barron

08/15/2016

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