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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Trenton, NJ

Police & Fire

At-Risk Trenton Woman Missing: Police Brooke Duggins, a 20-year-old Trenton woman, has been missing since Tuesday, Dec. 30, authorities said. Duggins was last seen at her residence on Dickinson Street on Monday, Dec. 29 at 8 p.m.. She has been diagnosed with mental health conditions and has not been taking her medication, police said. Duggins has Black hair, brown eyes who stands 5'5" and weighs 150 lbs., Trenton police said. Her hair was last seen with a long blonde braid hairstyle, though she changes her hairstyle often, police said. Anyone with information should contact Trenton police at 609-989-4155 or their local police …

by Sam Barron

01/02/2026

Washington Township, NJ

Police & Fire

Two Trapped In Route 42 New Year's Crash: Washington Twp Ambulance And Rescue Two people had to be extricated from a vehicle following a crash in Washington Township on New Year's Day, authorities said. Shortly after midnight on Thursday, Jan. 1, first responders were dispatched to Route 42 near Exit 7 for a crash with two people trapped, Washington Township Ambulance and Rescue Association said. After 40 minutes, both patients were removed from the vehicle and transported to local hospitals with minor injuries, rescuers said.

by Sam Barron

01/02/2026

Plainfield, NJ

Police & Fire

Person Shot During Facebook Marketplace Robbery: Plainfield PD A person was shot during a robbery while selling an item through Facebook Marketplace in Plainfield on Monday, Dec. 29, authorities said. At 4:30 p.m., officers responded to Coolidge Street after a 34-year-old said they were attempting to sell an item through Facebook Marketplace, only the meeting was used as a pretext for a robbery, Plainfield police said. As the victim attempted to flee, the suspect shot them, police said. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The investigation remains under investigation, police said.

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Weehawken, NJ

Police & Fire

Weehawken 20-Year-Old Missing For Two Weeks Emilio Acosta, a 20-year-old Weehawken resident, has been missing since Thursday, Dec. 18, according to a missing person's flyer. Acosta was last seen near the intersection of Palisade Avenue and Angelique Street. There have also been sightings of him at Bergenline Avenue Light Rail Station. He has not made contact with friends or family, who believe Emilio may be experiencing a mental health crisis and are very concerned for his safety and well-being, the flyer reads. Acosta is 6'1" with brown hair and brown eyes and weighs 190 lbs. He was last seen wearing a cream-colore…

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Hillside, NJ

Obituaries

Hillside High School Principal Dies: Remembering Terry Woolard Terry Woolard, the principal of Hillside High School, died on Monday, Dec. 29, the school district said. "This is truly heartbreaking news, and. this loss is deeply felt throughout our school community," Hillside Public Schools said in a statement. "Mr. Woolard was a dedicated leader whose commitment to students, families, staff, and colleagues made a lasting and meaningful impact. He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with his family." According to Village Green, Woolard died after a short battle with cancer. A graduate of Ithaca College, Woolard previously worked for the South Orang…

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Roxbury-Mount Arlington, NJ

Business

Dunkin Celebrating Grand Reopening In Mount Arlington A Dunkin is Morris County is celebrating a facelift. A newly remodeled Dunkin will be holding a grand reopening at 180 Howard Blvd. in Mount Arlington on Wednesday, Jan. 7. From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., guests at the location can receive "12 Days of New Year's" officers, featuring savings on Dunkin’ hot and iced beverages, sandwiches, snacks and more The newly remodeled, 2,400 square-foot Dunkin’ will employ 15 crew members and be open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. The store features digital kiosks and cold beverages are now served through a tap system featuring coffees, ice…

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Washington Township, NJ

Police & Fire

Car Crashes Into Fence, Drives Off: Washington Twp PD A car crashed into a fence, only to flee the scene in Washington Township on Wednesday, Dec. 31, authorities said. At 1 a.m., a Ford Focus crashed into a vinyl fence on Egg Harbor Road, destroying the structure, Washington Township police said. Investigators are looking for a Ford Focus between 2012 and 2018, police said. The vehicle is expected to have extensive drivers side front-end damage, possibly including a missing or damaged exterior mirror components, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact 856-589-0330 or 856-256-1212.

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Robbinsville, NJ

News

Retired Robbinsville Police Chief’s Son Critically Injured On Vacation, Campaign Says Matthew Polaski and his family were celebrating the holidays in Dominican Republic when he sustained a head injury leaving him critically injured. Polaski, the son of Mike, who served as Robbinsville police chief, was rushed to a local hospital where emergency surgery was performed to relieve the swelling on his brain. He was placed in a medically induced coma and transported by international medical fight to Miami, where he is receiving treatment. Polaski has multiple skull fractures, a fractured pelvis and lower back vertebrae fractures. "What should have been a joyful time together quic…

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Williamstown-Monroe, NJ

News

Missing Williamstown Wallaby Found At Walmart Rex, the wallaby who escaped his Williamstown, NJ enclosure was found on Tuesday, Dec. 30, at his new favorite store. The wallaby had bolted from Lots of Love Farm on Monday, Dec. 30, but was quickly spotted at Walmart at 1370 Black Horse Pike before running into the woods, the sanctuary said. But with the whole town looking for him, Rex was again spotted at Walmart where he was safely returned to the farm. "Well, if this just didn't become the best night ever," Lots of Love said on Facebook. "With the help of some really cool kids and a really cool dad, we caught Rex at Walmart. He is hom…

by Sam Barron

12/31/2025

Williamstown-Monroe, NJ

News

Missing Wallaby Spotted At Williamstown Walmart Rex, a wallaby, is on the run in Gloucester County after he escaped Monday, Dec. 29. The wallaby got out of his enclosure at Lots of Love Farm in Williamstown last night, the farm said in a post on Facebook. "He is friendly but on the run," the farm said. Monroe Police Capt. Kevin Bielski told NJ Advance Media that Rex was spotted outside a Walmart near the sanctuary, after nearly being hit by a car. He was last spotted in the woods near the store, Bielski told NJ Advance Media. Bielski said officers are keeping an eye out for Rex. Anyone who sees Rex is asked to call 856-728-4188.

by Sam Barron

12/30/2025

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