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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

Politics
State Assembly To Vote On Bringing Casinos To North Jersey State Assembly To Vote On Bringing Casinos To North Jersey
State Assembly To Vote On Bringing Casinos To North Jersey HACKENSACK, N.J. -- A proposed constitutional amendment sponsored by Democratic lawmakers would allow the creation of world-class casino gaming facilities in North Jersey. Under current law, casino gambling is permitted only in Atlantic City, but the constitutional amendment proposed by Assembly Democrats Ralph Caputo, Speaker Vincent Prieto, Gary Schaer, Valerie Vainieri Huttle, Raj Mukherji, Joseph Lagana, Tim Eustace, Marlene Caride, Angelica Jimenez, Gordon Johnson and John McKeon, Tom Giblin, Sheila Oliver, L. Grace Spencer, Mila Jasey, Cleopatra Tucker and Eliana Pintor Marin, would all…

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Schools
Rutherford's Washington School Organizes 'Discovery Day' Rutherford's Washington School Organizes 'Discovery Day'
Rutherford's Washington School Organizes 'Discovery Day' RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Washington Elementary School in Rutherford will participate in a Discovery Day on Thursday, March 24.  This year's theme will be "Healthy Body, Healthy Minds." Students will attend two assemblies, one focusing on hygiene, exercise and safety. The second assembly will be a concert that emphasizes nutrition and proper exercise.  Students will also rotate through learning stations that will educate them on leading a healthier lifestyle.  Washington Elementary is located at 89 Wood St.

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Neighbors
Happy Birthday To Edgewater's Coco Austin Happy Birthday To Edgewater's Coco Austin
Happy Birthday To Edgewater's Coco Austin EDGEWATER, N.J. -- Happy birthday to Edgewater resident Coco Austin! Austin, who is best known for her work as an actress, model, dancer and sopuse to rapper Ice-T, turns 37 on Thursday, March 17. Austin was born in Tarzana, Calif. and was modeling by the age of 18. She gained notoriety as a swimsuit and lingerie model.  Austin married Ice-T in 2002. The two currently star in a new talk show called "Ice and Coco."  The two had their first child together in 2015.  

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Events
Teaneck Creek Conservancy Organizes 'Water ROCKS' Workshop Teaneck Creek Conservancy Organizes 'Water ROCKS' Workshop
Teaneck Creek Conservancy Organizes 'Water Rocks' Workshop TEANECK, N.J. -- Child and adult artists are invited to create paintings using natural stone surfaces that will be incorporated to the rock river at Teaneck Creek Conservancy on Saturday, March 19. The "Water Rocks" project will illustrate how water plays an important role in every day life. The works will be displayed as a new eco-art exhibit.  The workshop is free, but registration is required.  Contact Alexa Marques at alexa@teaneckcreek.org or 201-836-2403, or Elizabeth Balladares at ambassador@hackensackriverkeeper.org to sign up.  Teaneck Creek Conservancy is located at 20 …

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Events
Cresskill's Easter Bonnet Parade Is Coming Cresskill's Easter Bonnet Parade Is Coming
Cresskill's Easter Bonnet Parade Is Coming CRESSKILL, N.J. -- Cresskill will host its annual Easter Bonnet Parade on Saturday March 19 at Cook Field. The parade will step off at 9 a.m. followed by breakfast with the Easter Bunny and an Easter Egg Hunt for kids up to 7-years-old. Registration for breakfast and the parade are required. Click here to access the Cresskill Recreation online registration system.  The event will be held rain or shine. 

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Events
Bergenfield High School Organizes Spring Gala Concert Bergenfield High School Organizes Spring Gala Concert
Bergenfield High School Organizes Spring Gala Concert BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- The Bergenfield High School Music Department will present its spring gala concert on Friday, March 18. General admission tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for seniors and students. Tickets can be purchased online or in the high school main office.  The concert featuring the Honors Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir will begin at 8 p.m.  Bergenfield High School is located at 80 S Prospect Ave.

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Lifestyle
Fair Lawn Dance Center Has St. Patty's Celebration Fair Lawn Dance Center Has St. Patty's Celebration
Fair Lawn Dance Center Has St. Patty's Celebration FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- Dance A Lot Ballroom Studio will host a St. Patrick's Day dance party on Thursday, March 17.  The evening event will feature snacks, cocktails, karaoke and dancing.  Cocktails will be served at 7:30 p.m. with a dance lesson to follow at 8 p.m.  Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door. Click here to purchase tickets online or call 201-663-4336. Dance A Lot is located at 7-19 Fair Lawn Ave. 

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Schools
Garfield Drama Club Presents 'Rent' Garfield Drama Club Presents 'Rent'
Garfield Drama Club Presents 'Rent' GARFIELD, N.J. -- Garfield High School's Drama Club will present "Rent" from Thursday, March 17 to Saturday, March 19. The show starts at 7 p.m. each day with a 2 p.m. showing Saturday.  Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door.  Garfield High School is located at 500 Palisade Ave.

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Events
Haledon Tricky Tray Benefits PBA Haledon Tricky Tray Benefits PBA
Haledon Tricky Tray Benefits PBA HALEDON, N.J. -- The Haledon PBA will host a tricky tray fundraiser at the Brownstone in Paterson on Friday, March 25. Tickets are $45 and includes a family style dinner. Doors open at 6 p.m. with ticket drawings starting at 7:30 p.m.   Call Andrea Len or April Latona at 973-790-4444 for tickets. The Brownstone is located at 351 Broadway. 

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Business
New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development Seeks Public Comment New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development Seeks Public Comment
New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development Seeks Public Comment New Jersey employers and other interested parties are invited to comment on the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development’s draft Industry-Valued Credentials List by Tuesday, March 29. Feedback will help officials identify the specific certificates, degrees and other work credentials that New Jersey employers favor when hiring new employees in this state. All comments will be kept confidential.  Written comments can be submitted  to: Assistant Commissioner Jeffrey Stoller Office of Research & Information New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development P.O. Box…

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