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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

News

Letter To The Editor: Thank You NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail cortlandt@dailyvoice.com. It gives me great pleasure to state how much I appreciate and am thankful for the services provided by the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in Cortlandt, New York. I recently had a procedure there where I was treated with total respect as a patient… and this makes me remember all the other times I have been a patient in this hospital. My doctors and their staff have always made my experience there as pleasant as possible under the circumstances. I would like to re…

by Bill Whipp

11/27/2017

Schools

Letter To The Editor: Ed Reder Should Resign Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail bedford@dailyvoice.com. On October 25th, the District reported inflated test results for MKES’s 3rd grade dual language participants. So why were glaring flaws not ferreted out by the Board’s Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment (“CIA”) Sub-Committee Chair? Not once did Chairman Ed Reder challenge any piece of data reported let alone ask a single probing question. Instead, Mr. Reder, a Mt. Kisco resident and outspoken dual language advocate, appeared almost giddy upon hearing the results…

by Michael Solomon

11/27/2017

Schools

Options For Bilingual Program Explored By Bedford CSD MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- There could be changes coming to the Dual Language program at Mount Kisco Elementary School. Superintendent Dr. Christopher Manno presented two proposals at a recent board meeting. One proposal would allow all children at the school to be part of the program, which teaches children in both English and Spanish, according to The Examiner. If families wanted to opt out of the program they would be allowed to attend West Patent Elementary School. Students who choose West Patent would receive door-to-door busing. The option would be available to 15 students and would be det…

by Sam Barron

11/27/2017

Neighbors

Somers Leos Raise $25K For Special Olympics SOMERS, N.Y. -- A group of Somers teenagers did not let the cold water stop them from raising money for a good cause.Thirty-six Somers Leos ran into the freezing cold water at Glen Island Park as part of the Special Olympics Westchester Polar Plunge Fundraiser, raising $25,000. Additionally, for his work on the Polar Plunge, Team Captain Brandon LaSpina was nationally recognized by Disney/ABC Television Group and Youth Service America with their “Be Inspired Grant” for kids and families making a positive impact in their communities. For more information, click here.

by Sam Barron

11/27/2017

News

Dutchess Unemployment Rates Fall DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Dutchess County continues to have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the region. According to the State Department of Labor, Dutchess' unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in October, down from 4.3 percent in September. Last October, Dutchess' unemployment was also 4.1 percent. Dutchess' unemployment rate is tied with Putnam and is lower than Westchester (4.4 percent), Rockland (4.3 percent) and Orange. (4.4 percent)

by Sam Barron

11/27/2017

Business

Uno Pizzeria Shuts Its Doors In Poughkeepsie It looks like Uno Pizzeria and Grill is no more In Dutchess County. The restaurant, located at 832 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, has locked its doors with a sign that says "Closed For Rebranding." The restaurant has been removed from the list of locations at the company website. This was the restaurant's only Dutchess location. There are two restaurants in Westchester (in White Plains and Yonkers) and one in Orange County (in Central Valley). Banta Management Services, which runs the Poughkeepsie Uno, was not available for comment.

by Sam Barron

11/27/2017

Schools

Putnam Valley Students Assist Puerto Rico PUTNAM VALLEY, N.Y. -- The Putnam Valley Central School District is doing what it can for the people of Puerto Rico. The school has hosted a benefit concert and dinner, with the high school Make A Difference Club organizing a donation drive. The girls' soccer team also collected donations and Governor Andrew Cuomo sent a representative to say thank you. "Once again, Putnam Valley has reaffirmed its reputation as a community that cares," Superintendent Dr. Frances Willis said. " I am very proud and very grateful to everyone who participated. Collected donations were delivered…

by Sam Barron

11/27/2017

Lifestyle

Chappaqua Wellness Educator Gets Points Across On New TV Lifestyle Show Daniel Lauter, a Northern Westchester resident, has all sorts of techniques to help people live better lives with less anxiety. Lauter, a wellness educator from Chappaqua with more than 30 years of experience, is on the new lifestyle show, "The Better Man Show, " a syndicated program which airs locally on WCBS on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. "The Better Man Show" features a cast of experts helping guys manage stress, fitness, sex and their life. "The show discusses topics men will be talking about, but don't often talk about television," Lauter said. "People worry…

by Sam Barron

11/26/2017

Business

South Salem Fitness Studio Hosting Grand Reopening SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Premiere Fitness wants the public to see its facelift.The fitness studio, located at the Oakridge Commons Shopping Center is hosting an open house on Dec. 2 from 8 a.m. to noon to show off its remodeled and expanded studio space. The event kicks off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and free workout. There will also be exercise and equipment demonstrations, a discussion on healthy snacks, and a champagne toast. “Premier Fitness has one goal. To change your life," Ian Nimblett, owner of Premiere Fitness, said. "We’re here to help you look, feel and move better.&qu…

by Sam Barron

11/22/2017

Politics

Latimer To Speak Before Westchester County Associaton Second Week On Job In just his second week on the job, County Executive-elect George Latimer will be speaking at the Westchester County Association announced annual breakfast.The speech will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at the Westchester Marriot at 670 White Plains Road in Tarrytown, Latimer's second week in office. Latimer will discuss the key initiatives of his new administration and the region’s economic opportunities and challenges. Latimer will set forth his vision and goals for the next four years in front of a crowd of over 400 business and community leaders, the Westchester County Association said…

by Sam Barron

11/21/2017

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