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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.

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Sports
Westlake Boys Varsity Lacrosse Advances To State Semis Westlake Boys Varsity Lacrosse Advances To State Semis
Westlake Boys Varsity Lacrosse Advances To State Semis MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- The Westlake High School boys lacrosse team is on a roll. Fresh off its first-ever Section 1 championship, Westlake defeated Greenwich High School 12-5 on Saturday to advance to the state semifinals Wednesday at Adelphi University. Westlake faces Long Island champion Babylon at 6:30 p.m. The winner of that game advances to the state title game Saturday in Rochester.

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Schools
Carmel High School Filmmaker Honored As Student of Distinction Carmel High School Filmmaker Honored As Student of Distinction
Carmel High School Filmmaker Honored As Student of Distinction CARMEL, N.Y. -- Christian DiBenedetto, a senior at Carmel High School, is a filmmaker on the rise. DiBenedetto was recently honored as a Student of Distinction by Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES during a Carmel Board of Education meeting. “Christian is a talented young filmmaker,” Tech Center teacher Liz Marques said. “He has really produced some outstanding projects.” DiBenedetto, whose love of film began when he and his older brother first started making their own YouTube videos, credited BOCES with giving him the opportunity to flourish as he proceeds into his post-secondary studies. …

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Schools
Bronxville High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Bronxville High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Bronxville High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Southern Westchester are holding their annual graduation ceremonies with the class of 2017 taking their final walk as they get ready for the next chapter in their life. Ardsley High School is hosting its graduation Wednesday, June 21 at 6 p.m. at Ardsley High School. Blind Brook High School is hosting its graduation Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m. at Purchase Field. Bronxville High School is holding its graduation Saturday, June 17 at 6:45 p.m. at the high school. Dobbs Ferry High School is host…

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Byram Hills Football Star Commits To RPI Byram Hills Football Star Commits To RPI
Byram Hills Football Star Commits To RPI ARMONK, N.Y. -- Conor Ahern will be suiting up for the RPI Engineers next fall. Ahern signed a letter of intent to play football for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy at a signing ceremony at Byram Hills High School Thursday attended by his coach, athletic director, teammates, friends and family members. His coach Douglas Carpenter said the 6'4 defensive end is super respectful and humble off the field and really intense on the field. "He's a gentle giant," Carpenter said. “Conor will knock a kid down during a game but right after the play, his hand is extended to help hi…

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Byram Hills High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Byram Hills High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies
Byram Hills High School Set For Commencement Ceremonies Congratulations senior class of 2017, your day is almost here. Throughout June, high schools across Northern Westchester are holding their annual graduation ceremonies with the class of 2017 taking their final walk as they get ready for the next chapter in their life. Briarcliff High School is hosting its graduation at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 16 at Pace University. Byram Hills High School is hosting its graduation at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20 at SUNY Purchase. Fox Lane High School is hosting its graduation at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20 at Caramoor.  Hendrick Hudson High School is hosting i…

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Schools
Moms Push For Legislation Allowing Bus Drivers To Administer Epinephrine Moms Push For Legislation Allowing Bus Drivers To Administer Epinephrine
Moms Push For Legislation Allowing Bus Drivers To Administer Epinephrine CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- All Stacey Saiontz wants is her son Jared, who suffers from severe allergies, to be able to ride the bus to and from school. Saiontz and other Chappaqua moms are pushing for legislation that would allow bus drivers and anyone who works in a school district to administer epinephrine if a child is having an allergic reaction and an ambulance cannot get there in time.   Jared is allergic to dairy, wheat, sesame, sorghum, and buckwheat. "It could be the difference between life and death," Saiontz said. "I drive my son to school because I can't put him on the b…

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Lifestyle
Domo Arigoto! Celebrate Robots In Beekman Domo Arigoto! Celebrate Robots In Beekman
Domo Arigoto! Celebrate Robots In Beekman BEEKMAN, N.Y. -- It's robot night at the Beekman Library. The Beekman Library is teaching people how to build robots on Wednesday, June 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. Patrons can learn the basics of building and programming robots using Sphero, Dot and Dash, and Mindstorm. Anyone interested can register here.

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Schools
Two Rockland High Schools Honored As 'Reward Schools' By State Two Rockland High Schools Honored As 'Reward Schools' By State
Two Rockland High Schools Honored As 'Reward Schools' By State The state education department recently gave high marks to Clarkstown South High School and Nanuet High School. The high schools were named Reward Schools by the education department's Office Of Accountability. Reward Schools are schools that demonstrate either high academic achievement or the most progress with minimal gaps in student achievement between certain populations of students, according to the state. “These remarkable schools deserve to be recognized for their efforts,” Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa said. “The dedicated teachers and administrators in these schools are…

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Hudson Valley School Districts Honored For Music Education Hudson Valley School Districts Honored For Music Education
Hudson Valley School Districts Honored For Music Education The schools in the Lower Hudson Valley know how to make beautiful music.The National Association of Music Merchants Foundation honored school districts for their outstanding music education programs.  The awards program recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have made music education part of the curriculum. Designations are made to districts and schools that demonstrate an exceptionally high commitment and access to music education, NAMM said.  “Studying music has intrinsic benefits and, on its own, is core to learning. Also, …

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Politics
Numerous Cuomo Aides Investigated In Federal Probe Numerous Cuomo Aides Investigated In Federal Probe
Numerous Cuomo Aides Investigated In Federal Probe A number of aides close to Gov. Andrew Cuomo were investigated as federal attorneys looked into upstate development deals to determine if criminal activity took place, according to the Albany Times Union. Eight people were indicted on federal corruption and bribery charges by then-US Attorney Preet Bharara but many Cuomo aides, who were not indicted, were also investigated, including having their banking, email and phone records searched and subpoenaed, according to the Times Union. Cuomo has not been charged with any wrongdoing.  To read the Times Union story, click here.

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