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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

News

Saddle Brook Library Director Prepares For Retirement SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- Saddle Brook Library Director Alma Henderson will retire in April after nearly 12 years in the role. Supporters recently held a goodbye party for Henderson. "I also commended her for extraordinary leadership, demonstrated by the significant improvements she and her staff have made to our library during her time as director," Mayor Robert White said. "We wish her the best of luck, health and happiness in her retirement." The Saddle Brook Library's family day event on Saturday, March 19 will serve as another goodbye gathering for Henderson.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

News

Dumont, New Milford Gas Main Repairs Nearly Complete DUMONT, N.J. -- A massive project to replace gas mains in Bergenfield, Dumont and New Milford is nearly complete, according to NorthJersey.com. The $1.2 billion project began in 2014 and saw 250 miles of old, antiquated cast iron gas main lines replaced with plastic piping. The old mains sustained damage during Hurricane Irene and Hurricane Sandy, NorthJersey.com reported. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Events

Wood-Ridge Organizes T-Shirt Design Contest WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. -- The Keep Wood-Ridge Beautiful Committee is holding a t-shirt design contest through April 15. The contest is open to students in grades seven and eight. Contestants must be Wood-Ridge residents. Designs should be simple and in black and white on a standard-sized sheet of white paper. Names must not appear on the front of the drawing. The winner, who will be announced on June 5, will receive a $50 prize. Winners must be present at the time of the announcement. Entry forms can be picked up in the art room at Wood-Ridge Junior Senior High School.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

News

Garfield YMCA Issues Fitness Survey GARFIELD, N.J. -- The Garfield YMCA is asking residents to participate in a fitness survey to better align class offerings with members' needs. Survey responses are kept anonymous and could make changes as early as the next 8-week class cycle. Click here to participate in the YMCA survey.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Schools

Demarest Dance Team Places In National Competition DEMAREST, N.J. -- The dacne team from the Academy of the Holy Angels took home several honors at the National Dance Team Championship in Orlando, Fla., according to NorthJersey.com. The varsity team took home first place in hip-hop and fourth in pom. The junior varsity squad placed second in pom and fourth in hip-hop, NorthJersey.com said. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Events

Hackensack Library Organizes Medicare Seminar HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The Johnson Public Library in Hackensack will host a Medicare seminar on Wednesday, March 16. David Tirpak, CLTC, CASL, will present an in-depth, yet simplified explanation of Original Medicare Part A and Part B, including enrollment and costs; Medicare’s guidelines for prescription coverage (Medicare Part D), and Medicare Part C and more. The seminar will run from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Johnson Public Library is located at 274 Main St.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Events

Learn How To Get Free EBooks, Music From The Wyckoff Library WYCKOFF, N.J. -- The Wyckoff Library will host a seminar on how to access free movies, magazines, eBooks and more on Tuesday, March 22. The seminar will begin at 2 p.m. Registration is required. Click here to sign up online. The Wyckoff Public Library is located at 200 Woodland Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Schools

Elmwood Park Students Prep For St. Paddy's Day ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. -- Third graders at st. Leo's School in Elmwood Park helped decorate for St. Patrick's Day recently. Students made paper leprechauns that were hung up around the school's hallways.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Sports

Former Standout Rutherford Wrestler Qualifies For NCAA Championships RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Rutherford native John Boyle qualified for the NCAA Wrestling Championships as a freshman, according to NJ.com. Boyle currently attends American University. He was a two-time NJSIAA state place winner for Rutherford High School, NJ.com reported. Click here to view the NJ.com writeup.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

Events

Food Stamp Eligibility Assistance At East Rutherford Library EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Representatives from the Community Food Bank of NJ will screen residents for SNAP Food Stamp Eligibility Assistance at the East Rutherford Memorial Library on Wednesday March 30 and Wednesday, April 13. Screenings will take place between 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Click here to register for either date. For additional information or income guidelines visit www.cfbnj.org or call 1-800-609-3663. The East Rutherford Memorial Library is located at 143 Boiling Springs Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

03/12/2016

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