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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

Lifestyle

Rigged? Fans Slam 'American Idol' For Cutting NJ's Wé Ani From Top 3 It was an "American Idol" stunner that has left fans fuming. Wé Ani, a Paterson native, was sent home on the singing competition show on Sunday, May 14, despite many fans believing her to be the favorite to win. Ani was hoping to be one of the three final contestants ahead of next week's season finale, especially after acclaimed performances of "The Climb" and "The Unknown." IKYFL. This show is rigged. We Ani should DEFINITELY be this season's winner. #AmericanIdol pic.twitter.com/0z8RhVvw78 — George Santos' Hermes Bag 🎒 💁🏻 (@euphoric_mimi) May 15, 2023 American Idol is rigged … we …

by Sam Barron

05/15/2023

Business

New Territories Serves Up New Flavors In Fair Lawn An ice cream parlor that is a hit in New York has brought its special blend of Hong Kong eats and sweets to Bergen County. New Territories, which took off when it opened in Chinatown, has had a spot in Fair Lawn at 13-24 River Rd. for the past 18 months. Along with ice cream, they also offer bubble waffles, which is a favorite snack in Hong Kong. "We took that recipe from Hong Kong and implemented it in New York," Peter Mai, who runs New Territories with Cynthia Chan, said. "We offer Asian inspired ice cream flavors with a twist to it. We try to make everything over the top, pretty and f…

by Sam Barron

05/15/2023

Business

Korean Restaurant Cooks Up Storm In Ridgefield A restaurant in Bergen County is offering a new twist on Korean cuisine. Karden opened two months ago in Ridgefield, serving a modern take on a typical Korean restaurant. The restaurant is owned by the Chung family, who live in the borough. "We use a lot of spices, a lot of vegetables and grilled meat," Carter Chung said. Do you know Yukgaejang? Yukgaejang is a spicy Korean beef soup with bunch of vegetables. It is deeply flavorful and one... Posted by karden_nj on Thursday, March 23, 2023 Karden uses a lot of the family's recipes, and Chung's mother has run a catering company in Fo…

by Sam Barron

05/14/2023

Sports

Gottem! NJ Celebs Perhaps Unknowingly Troll Devils For Hurricanes After Playoff Win Et tu Teresa Giudice? The Carolina Hurricanes didn't just defeat the New Jersey Devils on the ice, they also delivered a social media knockout. Following the Hurricanes series win over the Devils to advance to the conference finals, the Canes decided to have some fun at the expense of New Jersey, enlisting some Jersey heavyweights to offer their congratulations. Teresa Guidice of "The Real Housewives of the New Jersey," The Situation of "The Jersey Shore," Fireman Ed of guy who cheers at Jets games fame, Federico Castelluccio and Vincent Curatola of "The Sopranos," and Mauro Castano from…

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

Lifestyle

Viral Lap Dancing Phillies Fan Identified A Phillies fan is making waves for making sure someone else had fun at the game. Adrienne Fabi was identified as the woman who appeared to be giving someone a lap dance during the Philadelphia's 2-1 win over Toronto on Wednesday, May 10. About to get Phillies season tickets for real pic.twitter.com/BIUqz1cOmz — Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) May 11, 2023 Fabi said on Instagram she was giving her female friend a lap dance and was just having a little fun. All the attention seems to have gotten to Fabi though. "Leave me alone!!!" Fabi exclaimed on an Instagram story featuring an arti…

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

Business

Cantina 46 Opens Doors On Route 46 A long awaited Mexican restaurant has opened its doors. Cantina 46 recently opened at 88 Route 46 West in Ridgefield replacing 88 Rice Shop, The restaurant describes itself as a chic and upscale Mexican restaurant that serves food with a modern twist. The restaurant offers grilled meats and seafood, along with cocktails and tequilas to drink.

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

News

Phlebotomist Forced To Stand Naked In Front of Newark PD, Wrongfully Arrested: Lawsuit A phlebotomist is suing the City of Newark and Newark Police, alleging they wrongfully arrested her and filmed her changing on their body cameras after she was stabbed in the face by a patient. The lawsuit was filed in March in New Jersey Superior Court, Essex County. On Feb. 9, 2021, the woman was working as a phlebotomist at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, when two patients began arguing about who was to be seen next to have their blood drawn, according to the lawsuit. The woman told them there was another phlebotomist who would see them soon but one of the patients became irate, and s…

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

Police & Fire

Newark Man Fatally Shot In Car: Police A 57-year-old Newark man was fatally shot inside his vehicle on Thursday, May 11, authorities said. At 10:25 p.m., police responded to a report of a shooting at the 200 block of Grafton Avenue and located Romulo Luzuriaga in his car, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound, Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore Stephens and Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said. Luzuriaga was taken to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead, Stephens and Fragé said. The investigation is active and ongoing and no arrests have been made, Stephens and Fragé said. …

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

Obituaries

Coral Tavarez Of East Orange Dies, 11 Coral Tavarez, an 11-year-old East Orange resident, passed away on Sunday, May 7, according to her obituary. A cause of death was not listed. Condolences for the family poured in on her tribute wall. "Our condolences and prayers are with you," said one mourner. "God give you the strength you need right now. We are with you for whatever you need." "I know there is no consolation when it comes to the loss of a daughter, but now they have an angel in heaven who will be with them forever," said another mourner. "Coral is just ahead of us. Forces for the Tavarez Fam." Visitation an…

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

Obituaries

Jonathan Melli, Football Standout From Rahway Dies, 38 Jonathan Melli, who died on Tuesday May 9 in Rahway, was passionate about his family and the Las Vegas Raiders, according to his obituary. Melli worked as a security guard for Gateway Security Inc. at Loreal in South Brunswick, his obituary reads. While rooting for the silver and black, he also excelled at football, winning a state championship in 2002 while playing for the Clark Crusaders and attending Bryant College on a football scholarship, according to his obituary. He loved vacationing in Wildwood Crest and was known as Uncle JJ to his nieces and nephews, his obituary reads. He is a…

by Sam Barron

05/12/2023

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