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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.

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FEMA Gives $4 Million To Repair New Rochelle's Glen Island Park FEMA Gives $4 Million To Repair New Rochelle's Glen Island Park
FEMA Gives $4 Million To Repair New Rochelle's Glen Island Park NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- New York's U.S. Sens. Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that Westchester County will receive $4,032,891.38 in federal funds to make permanent repairs to Glen Island Park in New Rochelle, which was damaged during Hurricane Sandy. Sections of the bath house were completely demolished and half the sand on the beach was swept away during the storm.  The funds allocated from FEMA will cover 90 percent of a repair project that will cost nearly $4.5 million.  “I applaud FEMA for recognizing the importance of this project and providing Westchester Coun…

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Putnam Sheriffs Search For Man Wanted On Drug Charges Putnam Sheriffs Search For Man Wanted On Drug Charges
Putnam Sheriffs Search For Man Wanted On Drug Charges PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Putnam County Sheriff's Department is searching for a suspect who failed to appear in court on drug charges, according to officials.  Ziedan A. Faied, 26, was charged with third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance and third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. A bench warrant was issued after he failed to appear on the charges, police said.  Ziedan is described as a white male standing 6-feet, 2-inches tall and weighing 165 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen in Danbury, Conn.  Anyone with information about…

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Politics
Assemblyman David Buchwald Calls For Speaker Sheldon Silver's Resignation Assemblyman David Buchwald Calls For Speaker Sheldon Silver's Resignation
Assemblyman David Buchwald Calls For Speaker Sheldon Silver's Resignation WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- State Assemblyman David Buchwald (D- Westchester) released a statement rejecting any agreement that would keep embattled Speaker Sheldon Silver in his current position.  “In light of the serious charges made against the Speaker and his refusal to provide any substantive response to those charges, I believe it would be in the best interest of the people of New York for Speaker Silver to step down from his leadership position in the State Assembly," Buchwald said in his statement. "It is imperative that we immediately restore public confidence in this institution.…

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House Passes Maloney's Bill To Combat Human Trafficking House Passes Maloney's Bill To Combat Human Trafficking
House Passes Maloney's Bill To Combat Human Trafficking WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill introduced by Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, who represents parts of Northern Westchester, aimed at combating human trafficking.  The legislation will help train Foreign Service Officers working overseas at US Embassies to stem the demand for trafficking and spot victims before they are trafficked into the United States.  “The disgusting practice of modern day slavery is happening in our own backyard; we must do everything we can to stop human trafficking," Maloney said in a statement. "This critical leg…

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House Passes Maloney's Bill To Combat Human Trafficking House Passes Maloney's Bill To Combat Human Trafficking
House Passes Maloney's Bill To Combat Human Trafficking PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill introduced by Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, who represents parts of Putnam, aimed at combating human trafficking.  The legislation will help train Foreign Service Officers working overseas at US Embassies to stem the demand for trafficking and spot victims before they are trafficked into the United States.  “The disgusting practice of modern day slavery is happening in our own backyard; we must do everything we can to stop human trafficking," Maloney said in a statement. "This critical legislation combats hu…

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Mount Kisco Resident Shares Photos From Snowstorm Mount Kisco Resident Shares Photos From Snowstorm
Mount Kisco Resident Shares Photos From Snowstorm MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- The most recent snowstorm may not have lived up to the forecast, but it didn't stop Mount Kisco resident Maureen Morrissey from taking in some of the scenery.  Got  a storm photo to share? Send to jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com.

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Manhattanville Students Share Photos From The Snowstorm Manhattanville Students Share Photos From The Snowstorm
Manhattanville Students Share Photos From The Snowstorm PURCHASE, N.Y. -- Students from Manhattanville College submitted photos from the Purchase campus documenting the most recent snowstorm to hit the area.  Got  a storm photo to share? Send jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com.

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Bridgeport Reader Shares Photos Of A Winter Wonderland Bridgeport Reader Shares Photos Of A Winter Wonderland
Bridgeport Reader Shares Photos Of A Winter Wonderland BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- We asked for your storm photos and we got them. Bridgeport resident Joey Alvarado sent in pictures from around the city after the overnight snowstorm.  It wasn't a blizzard, but the storm left about a half-foot of snow across the Park City and created a beautiful landscape.  Got storm photos to share? We'd love to see them. Send to ktensa@dailyvoice.com with the name of your town and a description of the scene.

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Politics
State Democrats Mull Next Step Amid Sheldon Silver's Charges State Democrats Mull Next Step Amid Sheldon Silver's Charges
State Democrats Mull Next Step Amid Sheldon Silver's Charges WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- State Democrats are mulling over different options in an effort to potentially replace embattled Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, according to nystateofpolitics.com.  Silver could be facing five counts of corruption and fraud, but he has yet to even be indicted on the charges. The Speaker has said he will delegate his power and responsibility, but has been very open about his intention to keep his position despite pressure from within his own party, nystateofpolitics.com reported.  Should Silver be removed or step down from his position, Rochester-area Assemb…

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State Democrats Mull Next Step Amid Sheldon Silver Charges State Democrats Mull Next Step Amid Sheldon Silver Charges
State Democrats Mull Next Step Amid Sheldon Silver Charges PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- State Democrats are mulling over different options in an effort to potentially replace embattled Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, according to nystateofpolitics.com.  Silver could be facing five counts of corruption and fraud, but he has yet to even be indicted on the charges. The Speaker has said he will delegate his power and responsibility, but has been very open about his intention to keep his position despite pressure from within his own party, nystateofpolitics.com reported.  Should Silver be removed or step down from his position, Rochester-area Assemblyman…

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