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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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Police & Fire
Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Vehicle In Parsippany, Prosecutor Says Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Vehicle In Parsippany, Prosecutor Says
Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Vehicle In Parsippany, Prosecutor Says A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on Route 46 in Parsippany on the evening of Thursday, June 6, authorities said. At 9:50 p.m., the pedestrian was struck near 1429 Route 46 by a 2015 Dodge Journey traveling eastbound, the Morris County Prosecutor's Office said.  The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. The driver remained on scene, authorities said. The man who died has not been publicly identified. The crash remains under investigation, authorities said.

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Police & Fire
Stockholm Girl, 6, Dies When Piece Of Badminton Racquet Pierces Skull On Lake Vacation Stockholm Girl, 6, Dies When Piece Of Badminton Racquet Pierces Skull On Lake Vacation
Stockholm Girl, 6, Dies When Piece Of Badminton Racquet Pierces Skull On Lake Vacation What was supposed to be a fun game of badminton on a family vacation became a tragic nightmare for one Sussex County family earlier this month. The Morgan family was enjoying lunch during a trip to a lakeside cottage on Maine around noon Saturday, June 1 when they heard screaming. The aluminum shaft of a badminton racquet her 10-year-old brother was playing with became dislodged from the wooden handle, causing the shaft to strike 6-year-old Lucy Morgan, who had been sitting on the sidelines, in the head, piercing through her skull, Maine State Police said. The Stockholm girl was rushe…

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Schools
'Self-Serving' Allamuchy BOE Member Tried To Reverse Child's Bullying Suspension: Ethics Board 'Self-Serving' Allamuchy BOE Member Tried To Reverse Child's Bullying Suspension: Ethics Board
'Self-Serving' Allamuchy BOE Member Tried To Reverse Child's Bullying Suspension: Ethics Board A school board trustee in Warren County crossed the line in trying to have her child's bullying suspension revoked, according to a state ethics board. Lisa Moyer, a member of the board of education in Allamuchy Township, violated several sections of the school ethics board, after her child was suspended for harassment, intimidation and bullying in 2022, the School Ethics Commission ruled. The board recommended Moyer be reprimanded for her actions in a ruling released in April. Moyer and her husband were involved in ongoing efforts to negotiate with district officials to reverse the child's …

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News
State Of Emergency Declared In Jefferson Township Over Route 15 Closure State Of Emergency Declared In Jefferson Township Over Route 15 Closure
State Of Emergency Declared In Jefferson Township Over Route 15 Closure Jefferson Township Mayor Eric Wilsusen announced he is declaring a state of emergency after an unsafe bridge near Route 15 had to be closed. Wilsusen, who issued his declaration on Thursday, June 6, said the state made the decision to close the bridge earlier this week over Rockaway River over safety concerns about the bridge's structural integrity.  The closure of the bridge led to Route 15 southbound near Cedar Terrace Road to be closed indefinitely. Wilsusen said he did not have a timeframe for when the closures would be listed.  “We are actively working with New Jersey Depart…

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Police & Fire
Man Shattered Glass Door At Dunkin: Newark PD (PHOTO) Man Shattered Glass Door At Dunkin: Newark PD (PHOTO)
Man Shattered Glass Door At Dunkin: Newark PD (Photo) An irate customer at a Dunkin' in Newark shattered a glass door on Saturday, May 25, authorities said. At 11:50 a.m., the man walked into Dunkin before getting angry, Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said. The man knocked down an object before slamming a glass door, causing it to shatter, Fragé said. The man then fled northbound on Broad Street, Fragé said. He was wearing a blue T-shirt, blue shorts, and white sneakers, Fragé said. Anyone with information is asked to contact 1-87-695-8477.

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Victim Airlifted, Another Hospitalized In Frankford Crash Victim Airlifted, Another Hospitalized In Frankford Crash
Victim Airlifted, Another Hospitalized In Frankford Crash One person was flown and another taken by ambulance to hospitals following a two-car crash in Sussex County on Wednesday, June 5, authorities said. At 12:33 p.m., the Frankford Township Fire Department responded to Morris Turnpike and Kemah Lake Road for a crash for a two-car crash with a person trapped in the vehicle, firefighters said. At 12:33 this afternoon, FTFD was dispatched with Branchville Hose Company #1 and Blue Ridge Rescue Squad in the area of... Posted by Frankford Township Fire Department on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 At 12:33 this afternoon, FTFD was dispatched wit…

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Police & Fire
$50K! Lotto Ticket Sold In Hudson County Wins Big $50K! Lotto Ticket Sold In Hudson County Wins Big
$50K! Lotto Ticket Sold In Hudson County Wins Big It was a winning Wednesday for a Powerball player in Hudson County. A Powerball ticket sold in Union City matched four numbers plus the red Powerball in the drawing held on Wednesday, June 5, winning $50,000.  The ticket was sold at Union Deli in Union City. The winning numbers were 8, 44, 45, 51, 69 and the red Powerball was 12.

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US Marshals Capture NJ Man In VA For Attempted Murder, Sex Assault Of 2 Victims: Prosecutor US Marshals Capture NJ Man In VA For Attempted Murder, Sex Assault Of 2 Victims: Prosecutor
US Marshals Capture NJ Man In VA For Attempted Murder, Sex Assault Of 2 Victims: Prosecutor A 46-year-old New Jersey man was arrested by US Marshals in Virginia on Wednesday, June 5 for attempted murder and accusations he sexually assaulted two people including a juvenile, authorities said. Caream Davis, of Irvington, NJ was arrested in Richmond, VA following the assaults on an adult and a juvenile on Monday, June 3, Essex County Prosecutor Theodore Stephens, II and Irvington Public Safety Director Tracy Bowers said. Additional details are being withheld to protect the victims, authorities said.  Stephens was charged with with two counts of aggravated sexual a…

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Here's Where To Get Free Doughnuts On National Donut Day Here's Where To Get Free Doughnuts On National Donut Day
Here's Where To Get Free Doughnuts On National Donut Day National Doughnut Day is just hours away, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate. The national holiday started by the Salvation Army in 1938 falls on the first Friday of June. This year, that's Friday, June 7.  Several doughnut shops are offering promotions. Here's how to partake in the festivities. Dunkin' is giving offering a free donut with every beverage purchase at any locations on Friday, June 7.  Krispy Kreme will give one free doughnut per customer while supplies last for in-store purchases only. Duck Donuts will be giving away free cinnamon sugar doughnuts. 7-Eleven …

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Police & Fire
Screeching Tires In Supermarket Parking Lot Leads To DWI Arrest: Denville PD Screeching Tires In Supermarket Parking Lot Leads To DWI Arrest: Denville PD
Screeching Tires In Supermarket Parking Lot Leads To DWI Arrest: Denville PD It was the tire screech heard around Denville. A 41-year-old Cedar Grove resident was arrested and charged with driving under the influence on Tuesday, June 4, after police in Denville heard his tires screeching in an Acme parking lot, officers said. The officer observed a vehicle's tires screeching in place while in a parking tall and began an investigation, Denville police said in a release. The driver, Steven Duarte, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, police said. He was also issued two summonses for careless and reckless driving and is due back in cou…

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