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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
First Grade Saddle River Students Have Gingerbread Show First Grade Saddle River Students Have Gingerbread Show
First Grade Saddle River Students Have Gingerbread Show SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- Saddle River's first graders will have a gingerbread show on Feb. 11 at the Wandell School. Students' creations will be on display beginning at 9 a.m. in the cafeteria.  The school is located at 97 E Allendale Rd.

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Schools
Northern Valley Regional High Launches Winter Color Guard Northern Valley Regional High Launches Winter Color Guard
Northern Valley Regional High Launches Winter Color Guard OLD TAPPAN, N.J. -- The Northern Valley Regional High School's Winter Color Guard made its debut during a competition at West Milford High School on Sunday, Jan. 17.  The guard is comprised of 25 students from both Northern Valley Old Tappan and Northern Valley Demarest High Schools.  The Northern Valley Regional High School District Winter Guard’s 2016 program is entitled "My Favorite Song" and is performed to the song "Tim McGraw" by Taylor Swift.  Members had the opportunity to showcase their dance, flag, rifle and sabre skills twice at the preview show - once for th…

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Events
Elmwood Park Dinner Supports Centennial Celebration Elmwood Park Dinner Supports Centennial Celebration
Elmwood Park Dinner Supports Centennial Celebration ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. -- The Elmwood Park Centennial Committee will host a corned beef and cabbage dinner Tuesday, March 15 at the VFW Hall. The dinner costs $25 per person and will begin at 6 p.m.  Chicken will also be available.  The VFW Hall is located at 6 Veterans Pl. Call Terrie at 201-791-1296 for tickets. 

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Events
'Hidden In Plain Sight' Shows The Red Flags Of Possible Teen Drug Use 'Hidden In Plain Sight' Shows The Red Flags Of Possible Teen Drug Use
'Hidden In Plain Sight' Shows The Red Flags Of Possible Teen Drug Use CRESSKILL, N.J. -- Cresskill adults are invited to a presentation on how to identify signs of teen drug and alcohol use on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m at the Cresskill Congregational Church. Attendees will begin by entering a full size model of a bedroom, identifying common household items that seem innocent, but could indicate that the occupant is hiding a highly dangerous behavior.  The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources, a program of Children's Aid and Family Services, will show a presentation helping parents, grandparents and other caregivers know where to look, what to look for, and w…

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Police & Fire
Monroe Police Charge Teens With Attempted Burglary Monroe Police Charge Teens With Attempted Burglary
Monroe Police Charge Teens With Attempted Burglary MONROE, Conn. -- Two Shelton teenage boys are facing multiple charges in connection to attempted burglaries in Monroe on Friday, Feb. 5, according to the Monroe Courier.  Police responded to reports of a security alarm being triggered on Bart Rd. Another call was made about a suspicious person on Deep Wood Circle. Officers located one of the suspects in the area and took him into custody, the Monroe Courier reported.  Further investigation revealed the involvement of a second suspect, who was later found attempting to sneak into his home in Shelton. Both teens were charged with second-degre…

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News
Fort Lee Couple Sues Dunkin' Donuts For Overcharging Customers Fort Lee Couple Sues Dunkin' Donuts For Overcharging Customers
Fort Lee Couple Sues Dunkin' Donuts For Overcharging Customers FORT LEE, N.J. -- A Fort Lee Couple is suing Dunkin' Donuts for allegedly charging sales tax on non-taxable items and making an extra $4 million in the process, according to NJ.com.  Ron and Carol Frate state the coffee and donut chain charged customers in New Jersey and New York sales tax on bottled water and pre-packaged coffee. The suit states the company made $10 million in false charges from the New York locations, NJ.com reported.  A Dunkin' Donuts spokesperson said the company is looking into the allegations and will make sure franchise owners are aware of what products can and canno…

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Weather
Flood Warning Issued For Hudson River In Poughkeepsie Flood Warning Issued For Hudson River In Poughkeepsie
Flood Warning Issued For Hudson River In Poughkeepsie POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Hudson river in Poughkeepsie through 7:24 p.m. on Tuesday. Flood stage for the Hudson river in this area is 5-feet. As of 8 a.m. the river was at 2.5 feet was was expected to reach flood stage by 11 a.m., reaching 5.2 feet by 1 p.m.  Minor flooding of low lands, boat docks and boat launches can be expected.  The river is expected to drop back below flood stage by 1 p.m.

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Politics
Malloy Moves To Cut Wait Times At DMV With Proposed Law Malloy Moves To Cut Wait Times At DMV With Proposed Law
Malloy Moves To Cut Wait Times At DMV With Proposed Law FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Trips to the Department of Motor Vehicles are never fun, but legislation introduced by Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy aimed at reducing wait times could make them tolerable. “Long wait times experienced by customers at the DMV is simply unacceptable, and that’s why we’re outlining common-sense proposals to lower them," Malloy said in a statement Tuesday.  "This enhanced flexibility best serves the customer, allows private contractors to conduct most routine motor vehicle transactions and, most importantly, decreases wait times at the DMV. Connecticut stat…

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Events
Yoga Class, Jazz Concert Top Fort Lee Library's Upcoming Activities Yoga Class, Jazz Concert Top Fort Lee Library's Upcoming Activities
Yoga Class, Jazz Concert Top Fort Lee Library's Upcoming Activities FORT LEE, N.J. -- The Fort Lee Library has a number of events coming up. The Board of Trustees will hold a meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. The public is ecouraged to attend.  Chair yoga will take place on Thursday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a pillow if desired.   The Ken Kresge Jazz Trio (piano, bass, drums) will take a journey through the history of America's greatest Jazz Songs on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 2 p.m.  The library will be closed on Monday, Feb. 15 for President's Day.  The Fort Lee Library is located at 320 Main St.

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Lifestyle
Get Into A Mardi Gras State Of Mind, White Plains Get Into A Mardi Gras State Of Mind, White Plains
Get Into A Mardi Gras State Of Mind, White Plains New Orleans may be over a thousand miles away, but area residents can still put on purple and gold clothing and find ways to celebrate Mardi Gras on Tuesday. Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, marks the end of the Carnival season and is the final day of celebration before the start of the lenten season begins on Ash Wednesday the following day.  The holiday traces its origins to medieval Europe to the French House of the Bourbons. It was held for the first time in North America in 1699.  Today, the holiday is marked by parades, king cake and formal balls. 

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