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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

Schools

Four Byram Hills Students Recognized By Neuroscientist Academy ARMONK, N.Y. -- Four Byram Hills students are earning high marks for their scientific research. The students, Stella Li, Jeremy Ma, Alexandra Remnitz and Kylie Roslin, were selected as national finalists in the Neuroscience Research Prize awarded by the American Academy of Neuroscientists (AAN) Research Prize for high school students. Each year the group awards 15 high school students who have completed work exploring the world of the brain and nervous system through laboratory research. Li utilized a novel method to differentiate the workings of nerve impulses. Utilizing the neurotoxins …

by Sam Barron

01/03/2018

Schools

Croton Senior Honored As Boces Student Of Distinction CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- Senator Bjorge's future is mapped out.Bjorge, a senior at Croton-Harmon High School, was honored as the BOCES Student of Distinction for his achievement in the Urban Forestry program at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES. Bjorge has already committed to attending Paul Smith College in the Adirondacks, to pursue a degree in Arboriculture and Landscape Management. Bjorge, whose lifelong fascination with heavy machinery dates back to his early childhood, said he first became interested in the Urban Forestry program while attending a metalworking camp at the Tech Center…

by Sam Barron

01/03/2018

Lifestyle

Owen Wilson Comedy Set In Hudson Valley The new comedy "Father Figures" has a Hudson Valley flavor. A major section of the movie, starring Owen Wilson and Ed Helms is set in the City of Beacon. In the film, Wilson and Helms play twin brothers on a mission to find their father, who they believed to be dead. The movie, originally titled "Bastards," was released last Friday. Their search brings them to Beacon, where one of their potential fathers, Ronald Hunt, played J.K. Simmons, lives. Unfortunately for the brothers, Hunt has a bit of a dark side to him and while in Beacon, hilarious hijinks ensue. The brothers…

by Sam Barron

01/03/2018

Events

The Grange Honoring Warwick Photographer WARWICK, N.Y. -- Greg Rhein is known for capturing the soul of his subjects. The Warwick native's latest photo exhibit will be honored with an opening artist reception on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at The Grange at 1 Ryerson Road in Warwick from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This time Rhein trains his lens on New York City, He specializes in food and beverage, fine art, portrait, and wedding photography. Rhein said he is passionate about capturing the essence culture in its ever-evolving slate. For more information on Rhein, visit www.gregrhein.com

by Sam Barron

01/02/2018

Business

Newburgh's Ritz Theater Gets $1M In Funding NEWBURGH, N.Y. -- The theater that launched "I Love Lucy" is on track for its reopening. The Ritz Theater, where Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz first performed skits as a duo has received $1 million in state grants as it continues its restoration. Safe Harbors on the Hudson hopes to have the theater open before 2020. The theater received a $500,000 grant in 2016 to help replace the roof and in 2017 received a $500,000 grant to help restore the theater to its original state. "It will be a huge leap forward," Safe Harbors executive director Lisa Silverstone said. The theat…

by Sam Barron

01/02/2018

News

Dutchess Honoring Veterans In 2018 DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Dutchess County is celebrating veterans in 2018. In honor of the 100-year anniversary of the end of World War I, 2018 has been declared the Year of the Veteran in Dutchess County. "Throughout this yearlong celebration, Dutchess County will highlight the selfless sacrifice of our service men and women," County Executive Marc Molinaro said. Dutchess will hold a parade for veterans and the Dutchess County Historical Society will be recording stories of service. The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce will be highlighting a Veteran-Owned Business Mem…

by Sam Barron

01/02/2018

Politics

New Era: Latimer Sworn In As Westchester County Executive WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The George Latimer Administration has begun. Latimer (D-Rye) was sworn in as Westchester County Executive on Monday and began his tenure with a flurry of activity. The county executive, who defeated Republican incumbent Rob Astorino in November, issued an executive order removing the names and likeness of the County Executives from all County signage. “These parks were here long before I came into office and will be enjoyed by residents long after I leave,” said Latimer, “Westchester’s natural beauty does not belong to one person. Westchester residents don’t care who…

by Sam Barron

01/02/2018

Obituaries

Lou Alice "Buddy" Baker Pierce, 91, Yorktown YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- Lou Alice (“Buddy”) Baker Pierce passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side on Saturday, Dec. 16. Pierce was born in Corning and graduated from Northside High School in 1944. She developed a natural drawing ability and worked as a draftsman at Ingersol Rand for many years. She did architectural drafting for the Yorktown Town Hall where she lived for 26 years before returning to Corning to be closer to her sisters and ultimately moving to Connecticut to be close to her daughter and her family. She was predeceased by her son, Gregory Pierce and husband, Pier Pierc…

by Sam Barron

01/02/2018

Business

Letter To The Editor: Closure Of Healy's Corner Is Loss For Putnam Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To send a letter, e-mail putnam@dailyvoice.com. Dear Editor, The recent closing of Healy’s Corner Bar and Restaurant was a loss to the Carmel/Kent community. Over the past seven years, Eileen, Tim and the rest of the Healy family have welcomed many into their establishment. They have warmed their bellies, soothed their thirst and extended a hand of friendship. It truly was a place “where everybody knew your name.” I want to thank the Healy’s for opening their restaurant to numerous charitable events and an ass…

by County Executive MaryEllen Odell

01/02/2018

Lifestyle

Hudson Valley Resident's New Album Pays Tribute To Famed Folk Musician Andy Biskin is hoping people love the music of Alan Lomax as much as he does.Biskin and his band, 16 Tons, have launched a Kickstarter to help fund the recording of his band's new record, which features a collection of American folk songs previously collected by Lomax. The campaign, which runs through Feb. 1, is hoping to raise $8,000 to help cover fees for musicians recording, editing, mixing, mastering and producing the CDs. As of Saturday morning, 51 people have already pledged $4,521. Biskin must raise the full amount or he receives nothing. The album will begin recording in January an…

by Sam Barron

01/02/2018

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