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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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Schools
Mahopac Resident Named New Schools Superintendent Mahopac Resident Named New Schools Superintendent
Mahopac Resident Named New Schools Superintendent Anthony DiCarlo is the new man in charge of Mahopac's public schools. DiCarlo, who lives in Mahopac, was given a five-year contract by the Mahopac Board of Education at Thursday's meeting to be the district's new superintendent. DiCarlo, who serves as principal of Trinity Elementary School in New Rochelle, starts on Feb. 26. DiCarlo signed at an annual salary of $235,000 over five years. “This is a dream come true,” said DiCarlo. “I’m so honored to be here in front of you tonight, and I want to thank the Board of Education and the interview committee for giving me this honor to serve the …

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Politics
Sex And The State House? Cynthia Nixon Says 'Maybe' To Challenging Cuomo Sex And The State House? Cynthia Nixon Says 'Maybe' To Challenging Cuomo
Sex And The State House? Cynthia Nixon Says 'Maybe' To Challenging Cuomo Cynthia Nixon, known for playing Miranda on the HBO series "Sex and the City," is now giving a definite "Maybe" regarding a possible primary challenge to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo after speculation began this past summer. Nixon gave the "Maybe" comment on Thursday to NY 1 at an event in Brooklyn encouraging women to be politically active. You can see a video of her comment here. Cuomo is running for a third term. If elected, Nixon would be New York's first woman governor. Nixon is a supporter of New York Mayor Bill DeBlasio, who has feuded with Cuomo. Click …

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Politics
Shutdown Countdown: Schumer Meets Trump, Maloney Will Give Up Paycheck Shutdown Countdown: Schumer Meets Trump, Maloney Will Give Up Paycheck
Shutdown Countdown: Schumer Meets Trump, Maloney Will Give Up Paycheck President Donald Trump and U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) met Friday afternoon and made "progress" toward avoiding a U.S. Government shutdown, according to Schumer, but "have a good number of disagreements."  Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell scheduled a key procedural vote for 10 p.m. Friday to avert a shutdown prior to the midnight deadline. Trump tweeted after the Schumer meeting: "Excellent preliminary meeting in Oval with @SenSchumer - working on solutions for Security and our great Military together with @SenateMajLdr McConnell and @Spea…

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News
Bedford Hills Hosting Forum On Drug Abuse Bedford Hills Hosting Forum On Drug Abuse
Bedford Hills Hosting Forum On Drug Abuse BEDFORD HILLS, N.Y. -- Parents and teens will be able to learn about the dangers of drug abuse at a forum in Bedford Hills Wednesday. The Bedford/Lewisboro/Pound Ridge Drug Abuse Prevention Council is hosting "This Is Your Brain on Drugs," a presentation by Dr. Stephen Dewey at 7 p.m. at the Bedford Hills Community House at 74 Main Street. Dewey is a neuroscientist and research professor at the New York University School of Medicine and has appeared on shows like "Dateline" and "Good Morning America." The discussion will focus on how alcohol, marijuana, vaping…

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Mount Pleasant CSD Superintendent Announces Retirement Mount Pleasant CSD Superintendent Announces Retirement
Mount Pleasant CSD Superintendent Announces Retirement Susan Guiney is stepping aside. The Mount Pleasant Central School District superintendent announced her retirement at Wednesday's board meeting, effective in July. Guiney originally joined in the district in July 2008 as director of curriculum. "Over the past 10 years, our school community has worked together to create great success and to bring well-deserved recognition to Mount Pleasant as a high achieving school district," Guiney said. Guiney said she intends to work with the board to ensure a smooth transition.  "The past 10 years have been incredible and it has been a …

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Business
ShopRite Could Be Opening Mount Kisco Store ShopRite Could Be Opening Mount Kisco Store
ShopRite Could Be Opening Mount Kisco Store A new ShopRite could soon be coming to Northern Westchester. The Village of Mount Kisco is hosting a joint village board and planning board meeting Thursday, Jan.18 to discuss plans for bringing the supermarket to 333 North Bedford Road, opposite Staples. The 70,000 square foot supermarket would be relocated from its Bedford Hills location, also on Route 117. "The current zoning doesn't permit for it," Mayor Gina Picinich said. "We want to discuss what's best for the community. We want to work together to help simplify the process." The joint meeting will also discuss …

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News
Yorktown Water Main Break Causes Service Interruptions, Discolored Water Yorktown Water Main Break Causes Service Interruptions, Discolored Water
Yorktown Water Main Break Causes Service Interruptions, Discolored Water A water main break occurred at Granite Springs Road at Curry Street just before noon Thursday, Yorktown Police said. Yorktown Police said service would be temporarily interrupted. If anyone experiences discolored water, police said they should run cold water until it clears.

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Yonkers Superintendent Gets New Five-Year Contract Yonkers Superintendent Gets New Five-Year Contract
Yonkers Superintendent Gets New Five-Year Contract YONKERS, N.Y. -- The Yonkers Board of Education likes what it sees with Superintendent Edwin Quezada. The board unanimously approved a new 5-year contract for Quezada, beginning Feb. 1 and ending Jan. 31, 2023. "It is clear to the Trustees that our school district and our community need the confidence that there is a stable long-term strategic improvement plan for our district," Steve Lopez, president of the Yonkers Board said.  "By this action, the Trustees provide seven years of steadfast leadership." Lopez said Quezada has been an outstanding superintendent.  "…

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Business
Starbucks Opening In Elmsford Starbucks Opening In Elmsford
Starbucks Opening In Elmsford Starbucks lovers will have a new place to check out in Westchester. The coffee giant has signed a 10-year-lease to open at 280 East Main Street in Elmsford. The 2,200 square foot store will also feature a drive-thru. The store is expected to open in the spring. The Starbucks is part of the Apex at 290 property, an 81-unit residential development.

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Pleasantville, Greenburgh Residents Complain About Post Office Pleasantville, Greenburgh Residents Complain About Post Office
Pleasantville, Greenburgh Residents Complain About Post Office PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- The snowstorm in early January caused some Pleasantville residents to miss out on their mail. In Facebook groups, residents complained about not receiving any mail from the post office for more than five days following the Jan. 4 snowstorm and having run-ins with the post office when trying to get customer service. George Flood, a spokesman for the US Post Office, said mail delivery in Pleasantville was affected by the snowstorm. "Many roads were impassable and we adjusted operations accordingly," Orwell said.  "Some pockets of delivery did see impacts…

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