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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.

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Obituaries

Michael Cook, 84, Former Yorktown Resident YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- Michael H. Cook, 84, passed away last Friday in Florida. He was born on Jan. 18, 1933 in The Bronx to the late John “Jimmy” James Cook and Sally Fagenbaum Cook. He served in the United States Army where he was part of the 258th Field Artillary Battalion National Guard from 1949-1952 and the 8th Ordinance Company from 1953-1955 where he was a Corporal. After his service, he was employed by Western Electric/AT&T Technology for more than 40 years working in various areas of New York. Before relocating to Florida in 1993, he served as Past Exalted Ruler and lifetime membe…

by Sam Barron

11/13/2017

Sports

Lakeland Field Hockey Goes Undefeated, Captures 9th Straight Title SHRUB OAK, N.Y. -- Lakeland is champions of field hockey again.The school captured its 9th straight New York Class B Championship Sunday after defeating Vestal High School 5-0 in upstate New York. The Hornets finished 22-0 and have not lost to a New York State team since 2008. The team was greeted by parents and supporters as they were escorted by Yorktown Police and Mohegan Lake Fire Department and Ambulance vehicles last night. After Julianna Cappello scored at 1:23 of the first period with a Caroline Cahill assist to give Lakeland an early lead, the score remained there through the first…

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11/13/2017

Politics

Langley Says Putnam Voters Wanted Change PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Robert Langley will find out if he's officially the Sheriff-Elect of Putnam County Tuesday afternoon. With 100 percent of precincts reporting, Langley leads longtime incumbent Sheriff Don Smith 11,732 votes to 11,397 votes, 50 percent to 48 percent. A write-in candidate received two percent of the vote. Smith is yet to concede, waiting for the Putnam County Board of Elections to count the 1,160 absentee and affidavit ballots, which will begin Tuesday at 5 p.m. Smith would need to receive about 71percent of absentee ballots to be declared the winner. "It was time…

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11/13/2017

Politics

Area Native George H.W. Bush Accused Of Groping 16-Year-Old A woman is accusing former president George H.W. Bush of groping her when she was 16 years old.Roslyn Corrigan said Bush, a Greenwich native, groped her buttocks at a Nov. 2003 event in Texas according to Time Magazine when they were getting their picture taken. Six women have accused Bush of groping them. The 93-year-old Bush was 79 years old at the time of the alleged incident. "What does a teenager say to the ex-president of the United States?" Corrigan told Time. "Like, 'Hey dude, you shouldn't be touching me like that?' " A spokesperson for Bush told that the 41st …

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11/13/2017

News

CareMount Medical Lends A Hand To Puerto Rico CareMount Medical is leading the way to help the people of Puerto Rico. At its 43 locations, the company has set up ways for people to donate items like diapers, food, batteries and flashlights to the island, which suffered extensive damage following Hurricane Maria. Employees have also joined forces igniting their donation efforts with firehouses, police departments, churches and small businesses throughout their local communities. “People outside of Puerto Rico would have a hard time understanding how devastating this has been. The uncertainty is overwhelming,” said Dr. Sandra Santiago…

by Sam Barron

11/13/2017

Schools

Sleepy Hollow Students Honor Veterans SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- Sleepy Hollow students got into the patriotic spirit in honor of Veterans Day last week. The school installed 420 American flags on the lawn outside Sleepy Hollow/Middle School. The installation was the brainchild of Chick Galella, who survived Pearl Harbor and Michael Galella. The Rotary Club of the Tarrytowns donated the funds to purchase the flags. Chick Galella, 96, visited with students to discuss the significance of Veterans Day and told stories about his service. "I wanted to teach them about patriotism," Galella said. "When you see a veteran, …

by Sam Barron

11/13/2017

Sports

Briarcliff High School Seniors Sign Letters Of Intent BRIARCLIFF, N.Y. -- Three Briarcliff athletes will be taking their talents to the collegiate level. Quinten Cooleen, Rachel Lim, and Jack Ryan signed their letters of intent Wednesday at a ceremony at Briarcliff High School. Cooleen will be playing baseball at the University of Albany, Lim will be playing tennis at Harvard and Ryan will be playing baseball at William and Mary.

by Sam Barron

11/13/2017

Police & Fire

Nanny Leaves 18-Month Old Alone In Car At Yorktown CVS, Police Say A 25-year-old Northern Westchester nanny was arrested and charged Thursday after police say she left an 18-month-old in the car while she shopped at CVS in Yorktown. The Mohegan Lake woman was charged with endangering the welfare of a child, a Class A misdemeanor. Police received a 911 call about a child being left unattended in a vehicle at the CVS at 2000 Commerce Street. Police were able to remove the child from the vehicle. The child was crying but unharmed, police said. The woman was transported to police headquarters, while the child was turned over to her mother. A temporary ord…

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11/13/2017

Politics

Candidate Eyes Latimer’s Senate Seat WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- It only took two days, but a White Plains woman is already eyeing George Latimer's soon to be vacant senate seat. Kat Brezler, a White Plains resident who teaches in The Bronx, announced her candidacy for the 37th Senate District, running as a Democrat. The seat became open once Latimer defeated Astorino for Westchester County Executive. A special election has not yet been called. “From my anti-fracking and environmental issues activism to fighting for sound education policies both in the classroom and out, I am proud of the work I have been able to accomplish, but I k…

by Sam Barron

11/13/2017

Sports

Former John Jay Basketball Player Suiting Up For Penn State Taylor Nussbaum is about to play basketball on the big stage. Nussbaum is playing for the Penn State Nittany Lyons after playing at John Jay-Cross River High School, White Plains High School and at Cheshire Academy in Connecticut. At White Plains, Nussbaum earned all-section and all-league and was ranked No. 13 in New York State for the Class of 2017. "We’re impressed with his work ethic, energy, and attitude," coach Patrick Chambers said. "He’s a competitor who is committed to helping make everyone on the team better.” The last John Jay player on a Division I men's basket…

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11/13/2017

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