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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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Westchester Resident Shows Off 'Fastball' At Picture House Westchester Resident Shows Off 'Fastball' At Picture House
Westchester Resident Shows Off 'Fastball' At Picture House PELHAM, N.Y. -- There are many stories behind a single baseball pitch. That was the inspiration for Hastings resident Jonathan Hock's new documentary, "Fastball", which will having a screening and Q-n-A at the Picture House in Pelham as part of its Science On Screen series on May 15 at 4 p.m. Hock's documentary, narrated by Kevin Costner, features interviews with major league hitters and pitchers and goes on into the science of what goes into throwing, seeing and hitting a 100 mph pitch. "You can boil the whole game down to 396 milliseconds," Hock said. "There is a…

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Sports
Briarcliff Lacrosse's 13-1 Start Includes Breakthrough Wins Briarcliff Lacrosse's 13-1 Start Includes Breakthrough Wins
Briarcliff Lacrosse's 13-1 Start Includes Breakthrough Wins BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- For the second straight year, Briarcliff High School's varsity boys lacrosse program has picked up a landmark win against a defending Section 1 champion.Only this season, the Bears have accomplished that feat three times en route to a 13-1 start. Briarcliff defeated 2015 Section 1 Class C champ Pleasantville 8-7 before beating 2014 state champion Bronxville 4-3 and highly regarded Fox Lane 4-3. Junior Nick Cebel had the game-winner against Bronxville. Last season, the Bears beat 2014 Section 1 Class A champ Lakeland/Panas 11-10 in overtime.  Briarcliff varsity co…

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Police & Fire
Missing Jefferson Valley 13-Year-Old Found Safe Missing Jefferson Valley 13-Year-Old Found Safe
Missing Jefferson Valley 13-Year-Old Found Safe JEFFERSON VALLEY, N.Y. -- A Jefferson Valley teen who was reported missing early Friday morning has been found safe in New York City, Yorktown police said. Jessica Powers, 13, was reported to have left her house overnight, police said.

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Events
Calling All Dogs To SPCA's Annual Walkathon Calling All Dogs To SPCA's Annual Walkathon
Calling All Dogs To SPCA's Annual Walkathon YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- FDR State Park in Yorktown will look like it has gone to the dogs on Saturday. The Briarcliff-based SPCA will be holding its Annual Walkathon and Pet Fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event typically attracts thousands of animal lovers and their four legged friends.  Leading the dog walk is Red, who was found living in a small crate with his six siblings in his owner's garage. The owner was arrested and charged with animal cruelty. Red had to have one of his front legs amputated, though after months of treatment, the SPCA said he is now thriving in his a…

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Lifestyle
Hudson Valley's 'Daryl's House' Premieres On MTV Live Channel Hudson Valley's 'Daryl's House' Premieres On MTV Live Channel
Hudson Valley's 'Daryl's House' Premieres On MTV Live Channel PAWLING, N.Y. -- Pawling is getting its chance to shine on the small screen, thanks to Daryl Hall. The new season of 'Live From Daryl's House' premieres on the MTV Live cable channel Thursday at 9 p.m. The show is filmed at Daryl's House, Hall's music venue and restaurant in Pawling. The season premiere will feature Hall performing with Cheap Trick.  Hall, of the duo Hall and Oates, started the show in 2007 and has performed with Darius Rucker, Aloe Blacc, Gavin DeGraw, Billy Gibbons. 

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Police & Fire
Car Crashes Into Yorktown CVS, Injuring Five Car Crashes Into Yorktown CVS, Injuring Five
Car Crashes Into Yorktown CVS, Injuring Five YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- Five people were injured when a car drove into the CVS at the Triangle Shopping Center in Yorktown Tuesday night. Yorktown Police believe the driver suffered a medical condition that contributed to the crash, which occurred at about 6:30 p.m. None of the injuries were serious and police said there is no criminal investigation. It may take several days to fix the 10-foot-wide by 15-foot-long hole in the wall.

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Politics
Donald Trump Named Presumptive Nominee After Winning Indiana Primary Donald Trump Named Presumptive Nominee After Winning Indiana Primary
Donald Trump Named Presumptive Nominee After Winning Indiana Primary NEW YORK, N.Y. -- The Donald has done it. Donald Trump is the presumptive presidential nominee for the Republican Party following his dominant victory in the Indiana primary, which caused his closest competitor, Texas Sen.Ted Cruz to drop out of the race. Reince Preibus, the chairman of the Republican National Committee, said it was time to unite around Trump, who owns an estate and properties in Westchester and Dutchess, and focus on defeating Hillary Clinton. Gov. John Kasich has said he will continue on. At Trump Tower, a subdued Trump said it had been an unbelievable year. "I nev…

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Politics
Gibson Nixes Gubernatorial Run, Clearing Path For Astorino Gibson Nixes Gubernatorial Run, Clearing Path For Astorino
Gibson Nixes Gubernatorial Run, Clearing Path For Astorino Republican Congressman Chris Gibson announced he will not run for governor in 2018, paving the way for Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino to possibly once again become the Republican candidate for the position. Gibson, who represents the 19th district, which includes a portion of Dutchess County, made his plans known in a statement. Gibson, was considered a possible Republican gubernatorial candidate in 2018 along with Astorino, who challenged incumbent Democrat Andrew Cuomo in 2014. The congressman said he plans to leave politics and spend more time with his family when his term exp…

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Sports
Briarcliff Celebrates Athletes Headed For NCAA Sports Careers Briarcliff Celebrates Athletes Headed For NCAA Sports Careers
Briarcliff Celebrates Athletes Headed For NCAA Sports Careers BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- Eleven student athletes from Briarcliff will be making their mark at the collegiate level starting this fall. For the sixth straight year, Briarcliff High School held a press conferencing honoring its graduating seniors who will be playing college sports next year. "These athletes embody everything wonderful about Briarcliff," Athletic Director Chris Drosopoulos said. Drosopoulos said he plans on following the kids religiously when they go to college. Caleb Asamoah will be playing soccer at SUNY Oswego. Asamoah holds the school record for most goals sco…

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Police & Fire
Overturned Truck Snarls Route 117 Traffic Overturned Truck Snarls Route 117 Traffic
Overturned Truck Snarls Route 117 Traffic PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Residents are being advised to steer clear of downtown Pleasantville Wednesday afternoon after utility wires fell and a truck went on its side. Police said there was severe congestion at Route 117 (Bedford Road) between Pleasantville and Manville Road and the area will be affected for a few hours. Con Edison is on the scene, police said.

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