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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Lawrence Township, NJ
News
10 In A Row! Lawrenceville 'Jeopardy!' Player Continues Winning Streak 10 In A Row! Lawrenceville 'Jeopardy!' Player Continues Winning Streak
10 In A Row! Lawrenceville 'Jeopardy!' Player Continues Winning Streak Jamie Ding has taken "Jeopardy!" by storm. The Lawrenceville resident won his 10th game in a row on Thursday, March 26, becoming one of only 19 players in the venerable game show's history to have a winning streak hit double digits. Over 10 days, Ding has won $272,810. Ding, who describes himself as a bureaucrat and a law student, isn't just winning, he's dominating. On Thursday's episode, he got 32 clues correct and entering "Final Jeopardy!", he had $26,000, more than double his two opponents combined. He walked away with $27,008. On an episode last week, Ding set a "Jeopardy!" record wi…

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Washington Township, NJ
News
Former Washington Twp Middle School Teacher Sexually Assaulted Student: Prosecutor Former Washington Twp Middle School Teacher Sexually Assaulted Student: Prosecutor
Former Washington Twp Middle School Teacher Sexually Assaulted Student: Prosecutor A 36-year-old Washington Township (Gloucester County) resident was arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a student while she was a middle school teacher, authorities announced Thursday, May 26. On Friday, Jan. 23, the victim, now an adult, said they had sexual relationship with Ashley Fisler while they were a minor and she was their teacher at Washington Township Middle School, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew Johns said. The victim said they had multiple sexual encounters in 2021 in Fisler's vehicle and in her classroom, Johns said. Text messages confirmed the unlawful sexu…

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Belvidere-White Township, NJ
Police & Fire
Two Injured After SUV Overturns On Route 519 In White Twp: NJSP Two Injured After SUV Overturns On Route 519 In White Twp: NJSP
Two Injured After SUV Overturns On Route 519 In White Twp: Njsp Two people were injured after a Toyota SUV overturned on Route 519 in Warren County on Wednesday, March 25, authorities said. At 4:43 p.m., a Toyota SUV was traveling south on Route 519 in White Township when the driver lost directional control of the vehicle, ran off the roadway to the right, struck a fence pole, struck a tree and overturned, Christopher Postorino, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. The driver and passenger sustained minor injuries and were transported to an area hospital, Postorino said. The crash remains under investigation, Postorino said.

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Paramus, NJ
News
Gov. Sherrill Signs Bill Banning ICE From Wearing Masks Gov. Sherrill Signs Bill Banning ICE From Wearing Masks
Gov. Sherrill Signs Bill Banning ICE From Wearing Masks New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed three bills into law on Wednesday, March 25, that she says will protect the constitutional rights of New Jersey residents. The first bill, codifies a directive from the Attorney General, "Strengthening Trust Between Law Enforcement and Immigrant Communities," limiting the degree to which state and local law enforcement need to collaborate with federal immigration agents. The second bill requires law enforcement officers to reveal their facial identity during certain public interactions and to present sufficient identification prior to arrestin…

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Gloucester Township, NJ
News
Chick-fil-A Celebrating Grand Opening In Blackwood: Here's How to Get Free Food Chick-fil-A Celebrating Grand Opening In Blackwood: Here's How to Get Free Food
Chick-fil-A Celebrating Grand Opening In Blackwood: Here's How to Get Free Food Chick-fil-A is opening a new location in Gloucester County and you can get free food if you're willing to show out. The fast food chicken chain is opening in Blackwood on Thursday, April 2 at 400 Premium Outlets. To celebrate its grand opening, the restaurant is hosting a Moove-In Party. Anyone who visits the restaurant on opening day dressed in cow spots can redeem one free entrée or kid’s meal inside the restaurant or in the drive-thru. The restaurant will be open Monday to Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., with hours extended until 11 p.m. in the summertime. The Blackwood Chick-fi…

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Washington Township, NJ
Police & Fire
Woman Scammed Out Of $7K: Washington Twp PD Woman Scammed Out Of $7K: Washington Twp PD
Woman Scammed Out Of $7K: Washington Twp PD A Washington Township woman was scammed out of $7,000 last week, authorities announced. The woman received a phone call that appeared to be from TD Bank, her actual bank, with the caller ID saying TD Bank, Washington Township police said. The scammers convinced the woman to withdraw $7,000 and a courier later came to her home to pick up the money, police said. Detectives are investigating, police said. In response to the scam, police are partnering with the FBI to host a Senior Scam Seminar on Thursday, April 9 at 11 a.m. at the Washington Township Senior Center. Attendees will learn …

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Trenton, NJ
Police & Fire
5 Arrested, 19 Vehicles Seized In Illegal ATV Crackdown: Trenton PD 5 Arrested, 19 Vehicles Seized In Illegal ATV Crackdown: Trenton PD
5 Arrested, 19 Vehicles Seized In Illegal ATV Crackdown: Trenton PD The City of Trenton and Hamilton Township are getting serious about illegal ATVs in the area. On Sunday, March 22, officers in Trenton and Hamilton Township conducted an operation focused on the illegal and careless operation of off-highway vehicles, specifically ATVs, dirt bikes and mopeds on streets in the area, Trenton police said.  The operation led to the five people being arrested, 19 vehicles seized and 70 citations issued, police said. Both police departments said they have received dozens of complaints regarding riders recklessly traveling through the streets, creating hazard…

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Florence-Roebling, NJ
Police & Fire
Man Rescued From Water Tower After Medical Emergency: Florence Twp PD Man Rescued From Water Tower After Medical Emergency: Florence Twp PD
Man Rescued From Water Tower After Medical Emergency: Florence Twp PD A 63-year-old man was rescued after he experienced a medical emergency while inspecting a water tower in Florence Township on Wednesday, March 25. First responders were dispatched to the water tower on Cedar Lane after the man was in distress, Florence Township police said. The Burlington County Technical Rescue Team responded to assist, police said. Rescue personnel safely secured the individual to a rescue board and lowered him from the water tower using rope rescue techniques, police said. He was then transferred to awaiting EMS personnel and transported to a local hospital for further e…

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Deptford, NJ
News
Beloved Turkey Dies After Hit By Car: Deptford PD Beloved Turkey Dies After Hit By Car: Deptford PD
Beloved Turkey Dies After Hit By Car: Deptford PD Fred, a turkey who became an unofficial mascot for Deptford Township, died on Wednesday, March 25 after being hit by a car, authorities said. The turkey was promptly memorialized by Deptford police, who created a song for the turkey who loved chasing motorists and being a nuisance. He was hit by a car at Clements Bridge Road and Caufield Avenue, where he spent his time, police said. "Truth be told, Fred was a bit of a handful," Deptford Police Sgt. Robert Jones said. "We probably received 100+ calls about him. But, he was our handful and we loved him. Fred’s patrolling the…

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Mount Laurel, NJ
Police & Fire
Mount Laurel Twp Employee Who Sexually Assaulted Girl Learns Fate: Prosecutor Mount Laurel Twp Employee Who Sexually Assaulted Girl Learns Fate: Prosecutor
Mount Laurel Twp Employee Who Sexually Assaulted Girl Learns Fate: Prosecutor A 25-year-old Mount Laurel man who worked for the township was sentenced to seven years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting an underage girl last year, authorities announced Wednesday, March 25. Jake Toczylowski pleaded guilty to sexual assault last October, Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw said. Last August, a family member of the girl contacted the Mount Laurel Police Department to report the sexual assault, Bradshaw said. An investigation revealed Toczylowski arranged to meet the girl in person after communicating with her online, Bradshaw said.  …

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