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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.

Sam Barron's Contributions

Real Estate

Martha Stewart's Childhood NJ Home Listed At $599K (Look Inside) Living in Martha Stewart's New Jersey childhood home? Now that's a good thing. The Nutley home at 86 Elm Pl., where the lifestyle guru lived growing up, has hit the market for $599,900. A New Day Realty has listed the colonial home that features four bathrooms. The home is described as having a "classic design that is both timeless and elegant." The home features a "spacious living room, perfect for gathering with friends," according to the listing, allowing you to throw the perfect dinner party that would make Stewart proud. The house also offers mature fruit trees- peach, apple, p…

by Sam Barron

05/17/2023

Business

Here's Why Clifton's Grande Saloon Has Closed Grande Saloon, which has been a Clifton institution for almost 50 years, is currently closed. The restaurant, which opened in 1974, announced the closure in a posting on its website on Tuesday, May 16. The restaurant has been closed since Sunday, May 14. When reached for comment, Nick Cimmino of Grande Saloon said they are waiting for an architect to come to the restaurant and ensure everything is up to code — an answer that patrons say was not made transparent. "Due to temporary circumstances, our beloved bar is currently closed," the restaurant said. "We apologize for any inconven…

by Sam Barron

05/17/2023

Police & Fire

Alert Issued For Jersey City Woman Missing For Days UPDATE: Norelis Mendoza was found dead along Route 440 in Jersey City Wednesday, May 17, authorities said. ORIGINAL: Jersey City police are attempting to locate a missing 32-year-old woman. Norelis Mendoza was last seen at her mother's residence at Montgomery St and Monmouth Street on Saturday, May 13 at 10 p.m., police said. Police describe her as 5'7", 120 lbs. with black hair and brown eyes. She has a tattoo that says "Marta" on her back. Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at 201-547-5460.

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

Business

This NJ Taco Spot Ranks Among Best In America, Website Says A Jersey City taco joint is the one of the best places to celebrate Taco Tuesday, according to one website. Mashed said Irma's Café, at 279 Central Ave., is their top pick to get a birria taco in the Garden State. Birria is a popular Mexican stew primarily using goat meat, marinated in various spices and sauces before being cooked in a broth. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irma's Cafe ☕️ (@irmas_cafe) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irma's Cafe ☕️ (@irmas_cafe) The…

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

Lifestyle

NJ's Wé Ani, 'American Idol' Finalist Releasing New Single Wé Ani, a Paterson native, isn't letting her elimination from "American Idol" stop her from chasing her dreams. Ani announced on Instagram on Monday, May 15, she is releasing a new single "175 Lbs." on Friday, May 19 and even offered fans a sneak peak. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Wé Ani (@we_ani) On Sunday, May 15, Ani was controversially eliminated from "American Idol", failing to enter the top three, despite acclaimed performances of "The Climb," and "The Unknown." Many fans took to social media and claimed her elimination…

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

News

63 Workers Shortchanged At Bergen Restaurant, $301K Recovered By US Labor Dept. A restaurant in Fort Lee has been forced to pay more than $300,000 in back wages and liquidated damages to 63 workers following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor.. Aquarius Seafood Restaurant, which serves Cantonese food, violated the Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage and overtime requirements, federal officials said. The restaurant paid employees a day rate regardless of the number of hours worked, used checks and cash to pay a semi-monthly salary to kitchen staff and failed to pay tipped employees time and a half for working overtime, the U.S. Department of Labor said. …

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

Obituaries

Hearts Break After Deadly Asthma Attack Claims 19-Year-Old Jersey City Native Aneudy De La Cruz died following an asthma attack on Thursday, May 11, according to his obituary. De La Cruz, a Jersey City native, attended Frank Conwell School and later graduated from Ferris High School, his obituary reads. At the time of his passing, he was attending Hudson Community College, according to his obituary. A fundraiser has been set up to help his family pay for funeral arrangements and medical bills. He is being remembered for his numerous interests including gardening, bicycling, music, cooking, and baking, his obituary reads. "Despite his struggles with asthma, he…

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

Police & Fire

Firefighters Battling Brush Blaze In Mountainside (Developing) Firefighters were on scene of a brush fire in Mountainside on the afternoon of Tuesday, May 16. Firefighters were blocking traffic and turning people away near Deer Path and Forest Hill Way as of 12:45 p.m. This is a developing story. Check back for more updates.

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

Business

fresh&co: Bergen County Resident Open Fast Casual Restaurant In Newark Newark is becoming a food destination. fresh&co. announced it is opening its 14th location in the dining hall at The Junction at Gateway Center. This is fresh&co's second location in New Jersey, having opened a location in Westfield earlier this year. fresh&co. will be open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed on weekends. View this post on Instagram A post shared by fresh&co (@freshandcousa) The fast casual chain has Jersey roots. Its co-founder and CEO, George Tenedios is an Englewood Cliffs resident. fresh&…

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

News

Noriega Nominated For NJ Supreme Court Michael Noriega, a Union County resident, has been nominated to be the newest justice on the New Jersey Supreme Court. Gov. Phil Murphy formally announced Noriega's nomination on Monday, May 15. Noriega, who was born in Weehawken, will be replacing Justice Barry Albin, who reached the mandatory retirement age. Noriega, who was raised in Union City and lives in Fanwood, is Murphy's fourth appointment to the bench. Noriega, 45, is a partner at Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold, and Mangan, based in Clifton, working as a defense and immigration attorney. Noriega also spent five years as…

by Sam Barron

05/16/2023

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