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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.

Sam Barron's Contributions

Politics

Sen. Schumer Victim Of Fake Sexual Harassment Complaint: Report Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said he was recently the victim of fake news. According to Axios, Schumer called Capitol Police after discovering a forged document accusing him of sexually harassing a former staffer. The staffer told Axios the document was false and has also contacted Capitol Police. The PDF had been shopped to the media but had numerous holes. it claims harassment occurred on Sept. 16, 2011, in Washington, D.C., though Schumer was in New York City. It claims harassment occurred on Aug. 25, 2011, in D.C., though Schumer was in France, according to Axios. To read the Axios st…

by Sam Barron

12/14/2017

Politics

Cuomo: No Guns For Domestic Abusers Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-New Castle) wants to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers."After a year of deadly mass shootings, and given the clear connection between domestic violence and gun violence, it is our moral obligation to do everything we can to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people," Cuomo said. Cuomo's legislation would automatically remove all firearms from those who commit any domestic violence crime. "This common-sense measure will keep guns away from those who have been convicted of violent behavior and will help make New York a safer state for all,…

by Sam Barron

12/14/2017

News

Chappaqua Facing Possible Space Crunch With Equipment CHAPPAQUA N.Y. -- Space is getting tight in downtown Chappaqua. As the Town of New Castle undergoes a massive downtown infrastructure improvement project in the hamlet, questions have arisen as to where to store supplies and equipment. The town originally had a staging area at the bottom of Smith Street, though residents complained about trucks making deliveries by a bus stop where children were waiting. "We told them the contractors they couldn't have deliveries at a bus stop," Supervisor Rob Greenstein said. "The contractors said they couldn't control when the trucks arriv…

by Sam Barron

12/13/2017

News

Pleasantville Considering Memorial Plaza Redesign PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Memorial Plaza could be getting a facelift. The village recently obtained a $1.5 million grant and are exploring upgrades to the streetscape at Memorial Plaza and Manville Road. Mayor Peter Scherer has mentioned enhancing pedestrian walkways and eliminating the turn lane for vehicles from Memorial Plaza onto Manville Road, according to The Examiner. Residents have expressed interest in keeping the space as a fun spot for Pleasantvillians to gather. Scherer said the village would ensure any reduction of parking spots would be offset before a project began, according t…

by Sam Barron

12/13/2017

Politics

Spano Officially Announces Run For Latimer's State Senate Seat Now, it's official. Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano is running for State Senate. Spano formally announced his candidacy for the 37th Senate District Wednesday after weeks of speculation. He joins a growing list of Democratic candidates that includes Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer, teacher Kat Brezler, and Bedford Supervisor Chris Burdick. The seat became vacant after George Latimer was elected County Executive. “We’ve turned Yonkers around during my six years as mayor,” said Spano. “I want to put that record of success and leadership to work for the people of the 37th District. “I’ll work to get Alb…

by Sam Barron

12/13/2017

Obituaries

Mattie Varvaro, 64, Scarborough SCARBOROUGH, N.Y. -- Mattie Varvaro, 64, passed away Tuesday after a two-year battle with lung cancer. Born Mathilda Gollhofer in Babylon, N.Y. on March 11, 1953, she married Steve Varvaro on Sept. 19, 1976, and they were married for 41 years. Varvaro was well known and respected in Westchester for her interest and abilities in gardening. She spent her time creating, planting, advocating and promoting the advancement of bird, hummingbird, butterfly, and bee-friendly gardens. In addition to her own specialized business, The Wildlife Gardener, Varvaro was involved in a number of community a…

by Sam Barron

12/12/2017

Schools

Ossining Students Honor Vietnam Vets Through Artwork OSSINING, N.Y. -- Students at Ossining High School were able to transform the stories of Vietnam veterans into works of art.Twelve Vietnam veterans from the Danbury Vet Center met with Ossining High School art students. Following the meeting, the students had two weeks to create photography, paintings, drawing and videos based on the conversation. Juniors Katherine Pulla and Rashell Villa met with Bill Dwyer who served 15 months in Vietnam. At the airport when he arrived home, people followed him and told him he was a horrible person. Dwyer said he is not proud of his military service. “He …

by Sam Barron

12/12/2017

Business

Takeout Trends Upward For Bergen County Pizza Chain Now Offering Delivery BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.-- Bergen County residents will soon be able to get Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza delivered right to their home. The franchise is teaming up with Uber Eats and DoorDash to launch home delivery by the end of the year. The pizza chain has 65 locations in eight states, including the following in Bergen/Passaic counties: Clifton Englewood Fair Lawn Ramsey Wayne "It's a whole revenue stream for us," Danielle Guzzetta, chief marketing officer for Anthony's, said. "It's important for us to be able to implement delivery in an affordable way." Guzzetta said ta…

by Sam Barron

12/12/2017

Politics

Trump Fires Back: Gillibrand Would 'Do Anything' For Campaign Contributions President Donald Trump is on the offensive after Senator Kirsten Gillibrand called for his resignation. On Tuesday, Trump tweeted, "Lightweight Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a total flunky for Chuck Schumer and someone who would come to my office “begging” for campaign contributions not so long ago (and would do anything for them), is now in the ring fighting against Trump. Very disloyal to Bill & Crooked-USED!" Gillibrand called for Trump to resign Monday as a result of more than a dozen woman accusing Trump of sexual misconduct and harassment. Gillibrand previously called for …

by Sam Barron

12/12/2017

Business

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza Launching Delivery In White Plains WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains residents will soon be able to get Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza delivered right to their home. Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, located at 264 Main Street, is teaming up with Uber Eats and DoorDash to launch home delivery by the end of the year. The pizza chain has 65 locations in eight states. "It's a whole revenue stream for us," Danielle Guzzetta, chief marketing officer for Anthony's, said. "It's important for us to be able to implement delivery in an affordable way." Guzzetta said takeout is trending is upward and now makes up 28 percent…

by Sam Barron

12/12/2017

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