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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

Politics

Letter To The Editor: Vote Yorktown Democrats Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail yorktown@dailyvoice.com. Dear Letter to the Editor, I am so thankful. Four super qualified, dedicated and incredible citizens have put themselves into the Yorktown political arena this election season: Ilan Gilbert for Supervisor, Alice Roker for Councilperson, Vishnu Patel for re-election as Councilperson and Ms. Aviah Cohen Pierson for Town Justice. All have been vetted, all are long-time Yorktown citizens with families here. They all have volunteered and/or have given of themselves to …

by Jennie Sunshine

10/27/2017

Politics

Letter To The Editor: Vote Bonnie Schwartz Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail poundridge@dailyvoice.com. I am writing to support the re-election of Bonnie Schwartz for Pound Ridge Town Councilwoman. We first met about 15 years ago when our daughters began kindergarten at Pound Ridge Elementary School and volunteered for PTA and classroom projects. Bonnie’s ability to foster cooperation and motivate people was immediately evident. Years later, when she volunteered as assistant coach of our daughters’ softball team, these talents were on display again. We have worked …

by Camille Prisco

10/27/2017

Lifestyle

Teen Joins Forces With Parents In Running Port Chester Moroccan Restaurant Rayan Achbami may only be in high school, but he already has experience running a restaurant. The Greenwich 17-year-old and his parents run Argana, a Moroccan restaurant at 325 North Main Street in Port Chester that opened in March. "We service Moroccan food with an American twist," Achbami said. "We don't want to overwhelm people with Moroccan spices." Food runs in the family. Achbami's mother, Mia, loves to cook and is always getting complimented on her food while his father, Nordine has been in the restaurant business for more than 20 years, running restaurants in G…

by Sam Barron

10/27/2017

Schools

Byram Hills Scientist Named Siemens Semifinalist ARMONK, N.Y. -- Alexandra Brocato, a Byram Hills senior, has been recognized for her scientific work.Brocato was named a semifinalist by the National Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology for her extensive, multi-year research project. Brocato is one of only eight high school students in Westchester honored. Brocato completed her work on Spinal Muscular Atrophy, a hereditary condition that causes spinal nerve cells to die and is a leading genetic cause of infant mortality. Her research focuses on identifying significant symptoms of those afflicted with SMA in order to create …

by Sam Barron

10/27/2017

News

Report Reveals New Info On Putnam Sheriff's $125K Settlement With Adam Levy PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Putnam County Legislators who unanimously approved paying for some of the settlement of a lawsuit against Sheriff Donald Smith were unaware a judge had ruled Smith was liable as an individual, not a county official. Smith settled his lawsuit with former Putnam County District Attorney Adam Levy, son of TV's Judge Judy after Smith apologized for saying Levy publicly interfered in his investigation of Levy's personal trainer Alexander Hossu for raping a 13-year-old girl and agreed to pay him $150,000. Hossu was later charged and acquitted. Smith also said Hossu liv…

by Sam Barron

10/27/2017

Sports

Purchase's Joe Girardi Out As Yankee Manager There will be a new face in the Yankee dugout next year. Manager Joe Girardi, a Westchester resident, announced he will not be returning as skipper in 2018. Girardi, who won a World Series in 2009, has managed the team since 2008 and compiled a 910-710 record during his time in The Bronx. "With a heavy heart, I come to you because the Yankees have decided not to bring me back," Girardi, who lives in Purchase, said in a statement. He managed the Yankees to within one game of the pennant this year, losing 4-3 to the Houston Astros in the American League Championship Series. Girar…

by Sam Barron

10/26/2017

Politics

Latimer Accuses Astorino Of Rewarding Donors County Contracts WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Senator George Latimer, the Democratic nominee for Westchester County Executive is accusing his opponent, County Executive Rob Astorino (R-Mount Pleasant) of awarding $55.7 million in county contracts to political donors.Latimer, at a press conference in White Plains Wednesday, said the county contracts went to 28 donors who contributed $217,000. He said Astorino's plan to privatize Westchester County Airport would award more contracts to Astorino donors. "Rob Astorino is clearly lying to us about his true plans for the Westchester County Airport," said Latime…

by Sam Barron

10/26/2017

Schools

Lakeland School Board Trustee Resigns SHRUB OAK, N.Y. -- After 11 years on the Lakeland School Board, Elizabeth Kogler is stepping down. Kogler's resignation, effective immediately, was announced by Board President Denise Kness last week, citing personal reasons. "We want to thank Mrs. Kogler for her years of service to the students, staff and community of the Lakeland Central School District," Kness said. "Since she first joined the board in 2006, Mrs. Kogler has devoted countless hours to the Board including six terms as president and two as the board vice president." Kness said the board would review its…

by Sam Barron

10/26/2017

Politics

Letter To The Editor: Move Forward, Not Back Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail putnam@dailyvoice.com. Democratic candidate Robert Langley has been extremely vociferous regarding Sheriff Smith’s decision to agree to Levy’s condition that he make a public statement to settle Levy’s suit out of court (and save the taxpayers the cost of trial). Langley held press conferences and organized demonstrations with his supporters holding signs insulting Don Smith at the entrance of the Sheriff’s Department that I feel were an embarrassment to Putnam residents. Mr. Langley was …

by Andy Powers

10/26/2017

Politics

Letter To The Editor: Vote Kimberly Ragazzo Cortlandt Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail cortlandt@dailyvoice.com. Dear Editor, I have known Kimberly Ragazzo for several years, ever since moving to Croton-on-Hudson. She and her family went out of her way to welcome my husband and I to the area. Kimberly was a tough but compassionate prosecutor in New York City for many years before leaving that job to run for Town Justice. One thing that particularly impresses me is her plan to hold evening court hours. As a commuter, I appreciate her plan to make court accessible f…

by Kristin Kramss

10/26/2017

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