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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

Events
Sid the Science Kid Comes To The Palace In Danbury Sid the Science Kid Comes To The Palace In Danbury
Sid the Science Kid Comes To The Palace In Danbury DANBURY, Conn. -- PBS Kids' "Sid the Science Kid Live" will take kids on a musical adventure packed with lots of audience interaction on Friday at 11 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. at the Palace Theatre.  Kids will move to the music from the hit PBS kids television series and join Sid and his friends as they explore lots of interactive moments with the audience that will bring out the curious scientist in any kid. The Palace Theatre is at 165 Main St.  Call 203-794-9944 for more information.

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Police & Fire
Bucket Loader Crashes Into Pleasantville Building Bucket Loader Crashes Into Pleasantville Building
Bucket Loader Crashes Into Pleasantville Building PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Twenty people were displaced from their homes when a bucket loader crashed into an apartment building on Tuesday, according to LoHud.com.  The incident occurred about 8 a.m. at 36 and 36 Marble Ave. No injuries were reported, LoHud.com said.  Click here to read the full article. 

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Neighbors
New Rochelle Library Offers Tax Counseling Services New Rochelle Library Offers Tax Counseling Services
New Rochelle Library Offers Tax Counseling Services NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The New Rochelle Library will begin offering volunteer income tax assistance every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.  Trained AARP volunteer counselors will be available through April 15.  The New Rochelle Library is at 1 Library Plaza

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Sports
Wilton 8th Grade Basketball Team Wins Two Over The Weekend Wilton 8th Grade Basketball Team Wins Two Over The Weekend
Wilton 8th Grade Basketball Team Wins Two Over The Weekend WILTON, Conn. -- The Wilton eighth grade team, sponsored by Scoops, went 2-1 in league play over the weekend. Down by 12 in the first quarter, Wilton mounted a huge comeback in Stamford on Friday night by clamping down on the defensive side. Caroline Coffey and Adia Burrows ripped the rebounds, setting up Hannah Belanger on offense, along with timely outside shots by Olivia Dexter and Bridgette Wall. Maddie Burke and Sydney Cummings denied Stamford the middle all night as Wilton pulled out the win, 36-26. The momentum continued Saturday morning, this time with the offense leading …

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Business
Alliance Names Hartsdale Man Senior VP Of Operations Alliance Names Hartsdale Man Senior VP Of Operations
Alliance Names Hartsdale Man Senior VP Of Operations HARTSDALE, N.Y. -- Alliance Residential Co., one of the largest private U.S. multifamily housing companies, recently appointed Brad Hamel of Hartsdale senior vice president of operations for the Northeast and Southeast. Hamel will be responsible for the oversight and expansion of the company’s portfolio in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Additionally, he will supervise operations for more than 5,000 units in the Southeast region. "Brad is an important addition as we expand into the Northeast," Brad Cribbins, chief operating officer and executive vice president, said in a stateme…

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Schools
Joel Barlow High Updates Library For 21st-Century Use Joel Barlow High Updates Library For 21st-Century Use
Joel Barlow High Updates Library For 21st-Century Use REDDING, Conn.-- The library at Joel Barlow High School in Redding has undergone a facelift to better meet the needs of the students and the school for the 21st-century, according to the Easton Courier.   Some of the changes include moving books to create more room and installing seats and tables that are more conducive to group work, the story said. With the changes made, the high school is now hosting three classes in the new, "not-so-quiet" library, the Easton Courier said.  Click here to read the full article. 

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Politics
New Canaan's O’Dea Proposes Elimination Of Tax On Social Security, Pensions New Canaan's O’Dea Proposes Elimination Of Tax On Social Security, Pensions
New Canaan's O’Dea Proposes Elimination Of Tax On Social Security, Pensions NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- State Rep. Tom O’Dea (R-New Canaan, Wilton) has introduced legislation this legislative session that would exempt Social Security and pension benefits from the state income tax. State residents who earn Social Security benefits and make over $50,000 per year if single, and $60,000 if married, are currently taxed for 25 percent of their total receipts. “You can point to a number of policies that have resulted in Connecticut routinely ranking among the states least desirable to retire in,” O’Dea said in a statement. “Our taxation of pensions and Social Security benefi…

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Schools
Ridgefield Students Named To Dean's List At WestConn Ridgefield Students Named To Dean's List At WestConn
Ridgefield Students Named To Dean's List At WestConn RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Western Connecticut State University named 18 Ridgefield residents to the Dean’s List for fall 2014: Stephen Alt, exploratory studies Megan Carey, professional writing Rachel Carnazza, secondary education Laura Cutolo, social work Alyssa Denaro, communication John Garvey, psychology Paige Glover, nursing Alexa Haynes, musical theater Alec Kessler, media arts Nina Killie, health promotion studies Robert Lavelle, accounting Sophia Lozado, accounting Robin MacFadden, professional writing Rebecca Pawson, nursing Rachel Warner, psychology Da…

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Neighbors
Mount Vernon Looking To Fill 5 City Job Openeings Mount Vernon Looking To Fill 5 City Job Openeings
Mount Vernon Looking To Fill 5 City Job Openeings MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- The City of Mount Vernon has announced the availability of five vacancies throughout various departments. Resumes must be received or postmarked by Friday for the following positions: Auto Mechanic – One position is available to a person with on- year experience as a journeyman auto mechanic. Duties include making general repairs and much more.  Salary range is $47,169 – $64,865 Painter – One position is available to a person with two years experience as a journeyman painter. Position requires a knowledge of scraping, sanding, varnishing mixing and more. Salar…

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Events
Singer Ed Kowalczyk Performs Unplugged At Ridgefield Playhouse Singer Ed Kowalczyk Performs Unplugged At Ridgefield Playhouse
Singer Ed Kowalczyk Performs Unplugged At Ridgefield Playhouse RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Ed Kowalczyk, legendary songwriter and former lead singer of the multi-platinum rock band Live, will be in concert at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 8 p.m. Kowalczyk's catalog boasts some of alternative rock’s most iconic hits, including “Lightning Crashes," “I Alone," “Selling the Drama," “The Dolphin’s Cry," “Overcome” and “Heaven.” Kowalczyk will appear onstage with a new unplugged production. Tickets are $38. Call the box office 203-438-5795 or order online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org.  The Ridgefield Playhouse is at 80 E. Ridge Road.

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