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Joe Jenkins

Managing Editor, Orange County

jjenkins@dailyvoice.com

Joe Jenkins is a reporter who has worked for various publications including the Poughkeepsie Journal and the New York Daily News. He Graduated from the University at Buffalo in 2003 and received his master's degree from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism in 2012. Joe is also a contributing columnist and analyst for various online sports publications.

Joe was formerly a managing editor at Daily Voice.

Joe Jenkins's Contributions

Schools
PHOTOS: Maywood School District Welcomes Back Alumni PHOTOS: Maywood School District Welcomes Back Alumni
Photos: Maywood School District Welcomes Back Alumni MAYWOOD, N.J. — Maywood natives were reunited at Maywood School District's fourth annual Alumni Night on Friday, April 1. The night featured basketball games in the Maywood Avenue School gymnasium, school tours and yearbook signings. At 8:30 p.m. More than 300 alumni came back.  Maywood Alumni Night started in 2005, when the district celebrated the 25th anniversary of its championship basketball team. 

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Events
Scones, Tea Celebrate End Of 'Downton Abbey' At Garfield Library Scones, Tea Celebrate End Of 'Downton Abbey' At Garfield Library
Scones, Tea Celebrate End Of 'Downton Abbey' At Garfield Library GARFIELD, N.J. -- The Garfield Friends of the Library will hold a “Farewell Downton Abbey Tea” on Sunday, April 17.Scones, finger sandwiches, chocolate covered strawberries, and tea will be served. Dr. Claudia Brodhead will speak on “Why Vintage?” and will display examples of period costume and jewelry.  Tickets are $20 and are available at the library or can be purchased over the phone at 201-337-7189. The tea will begin at 2 p.m.  The Garfield Public Library is located at 500 Midland Ave.

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Schools
Ridgewood Student Sponsors 'He Named Me Malala' Screening Ridgewood Student Sponsors 'He Named Me Malala' Screening
Ridgewood Student Sponsors 'He Named Me Malala' Screening RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Ridgewood High School Junior Isabel Faherty is sponsoring a free screening of the film "He Named Me Malala" on Wednesday, April 6 at the library.An introduction discussing the education of women in developing countries will take place prior to the screening at 6:30 p.m. The screening is free and will take place at 7 p.m.  The Ridgewood library is located at 125 N Maple Ave.

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Events
Little Ferry Organizes Dedication Ceremony For New Mural Little Ferry Organizes Dedication Ceremony For New Mural
Little Ferry Organizes Dedication Ceremony For New Mural LITTLE FERRY, N.J. -- Little Ferry will host a dedication ceremony for a recently completed mural on the long wall in the library's reference room on Saturday, April 30. The mural was designed and completed by Bill Riedel. He painted the work in five sections, all of which depict historic moments via buildings erected in Little Ferry history since the founding of the borough. Reidel is also responsible for designing the seal for the borough.  The reception will take place at the library from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  The Little Ferry Library is located at 239 Liberty St.

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Lifestyle
Ringwood Library Invites Families To Join 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Ringwood Library Invites Families To Join 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ringwood Library Invites Families To Join 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten RINGWOOD, N.J. -- Families are invited to join the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program at Ringwood Public Library. One Thousand Books Before Kindergarten is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading one book a night, families can reach the 1,000-book goal in three years and provide their children essential early literacy skills.  Pledge cards are available at the Ringwood Public Library for parents to add children’s names to the library’s thousand books bulletin board.  Books read during Nursery Rhyme Time (Monday…

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Leonia Library Organizes Special Spring Programs Leonia Library Organizes Special Spring Programs
Leonia Library Organizes Special Spring Programs LEONIA, N.J. -- The Leonia Library has several events to keep residents busy through the rest of spring.  The Library will host a special reading of Barry Sheinkopf's poetry on Thursday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Leah Roland will discuss the history of jewelery on Thursday, April 21 at 7 p.m. Learn more about fitness and health through dance on Thursday, April 28 at 7 p.m.  Learn about the artist Henri Matisse and his artwork then create your own vase and flower drawing based on Matisse's style on Wednesday, May 4 at 2:30 p.m. Leonia Day will be held on Sunday, May 15 at 1 p.m.  David Kriso will dis…

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Schools
Frisch Students Participate In Math Tournament At Yale Frisch Students Participate In Math Tournament At Yale
Frisch Students Participate In Math Tournament At Yale PARAMUS, N.J. -- Several Frisch students spent a long Shabbat weekend at Yale University to participate in the Math Majors of America Tournament for High Schools annual competition. The exam was given on a Saturday but thanks to the efforts of a couple of enterprising Yale students, observant day school students were able to take the exam on Sunday.  In the first round of the competition, students worked individually and had 75 minutes to answer twelve questions. The second round featured teams that were tasked with answering 12 problems in a 75 minutes window.  The final round was the “Mat…

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Neighbors
PHOTOS: Daisy Troop Tours Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital PHOTOS: Daisy Troop Tours Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital
Photos: Daisy Troop Tours Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. -- Daisy Troop 96912 recently visited the Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital. Girls in the troop learned about wellness visits, dressed up for surgery, and also learned about how the animal hospital treats wildlife. 

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Lifestyle
Fair Lawn Sets Family Fun Day Fair Lawn Sets Family Fun Day
Fair Lawn Sets Family Fun Day FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- Fair Lawn businesses and organizations are invited to participate in Family Fun Day, which will take place on Saturday, June 18 along River Road. The event will feature dance demonstrations, a DJ, balloon animals, giveaways and more.  Registration for area businesses is free. Click here to download the registration form.  Family Fun Day will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. between Berdan and Fair Lawn avenues. 

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North Arlington Goes Blue For Autism Awareness North Arlington Goes Blue For Autism Awareness
North Arlington Goes Blue For Autism Awareness NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. -- Northing Arlington "went blue" in honor of World Autism Awareness Day with members of Access for All on Saturday, April 2. Access For All members replaced the bulbs outside the Senior Citizens building, and borough officials and those affected by autism enjoyed refreshments and raffles. “One in 68 children will have autism spectrum disorder,” said Councilman Mario Karcic, referring to a Centers for Disease Control statistic. “The borough is grateful for the hardworking people who raise money and awareness and give up their time everyday to bring autism into…

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