Joe Jenkins

Managing Editor, Orange County

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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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Rutherford, NJ

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Felician Institute In Rutherford Organizes Ethics Conference RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The Felician Institute for Ethics and Public Affairs in Rutherford is sponsoring its 10th annual conference on Saturday, April 23. The conference will feature nationally recognized philosophers discussing a variety of issues in ethics and political philosophy, including the ethics of civic life, property rights, reproductive rights, and compensation for corporate CEOs, among many other topics. J.L.A. Garcia of Boston College will speak on “Grounding the Meta-Theory of Morals.” A $20 registration fee will be charged for non-Felician attendees, $10 for adjuncts or gradua…

by Joe Jenkins

04/12/2016

Teaneck, NJ

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Photos: Frisch Students Donate Hair To Charity PARAMUS, N.J. -- Six students from the Frisch School in Paramus donated their hair to Hair4Wigs - Zichron Menachem at Lillian Lee Salon in Teaneck. Zichron Menachem is an Israeli organization that collects hair donations to make custom wigs for children suffering from cancer and ill effects from its treatment, including hair loss. Salon owner Lillian Lee creates and repurposes high-quality wigs to give to cancer patients.

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04/12/2016

Rutherford, NJ

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East Rutherford 'Random Acts Of Kindness' Club To Deliver Cards To Humc EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The East Rutherford Memorial Library will be hosting their monthly “Random Acts of Kindness Program,” on Saturday, April 23. Participants will make generic get well cards for patients at the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center. All ages are welcome and registration is suggested. Click here to sign up. Cards will be made from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The East Rutherford Library is located at 143 Boiling Springs Ave.

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04/12/2016

Bergenfield, NJ

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Bergenfield Schools Partners With Boy Scouts For Green Fair BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- The Bergenfield School District will host a green fair along with the borough and the Boy Scouts of America on Friday, April 15. Attendees will learn about Bergenfield's Sustainable Certification Award. The fair will take place between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Bergenfield High School is located at 80 S Prospect Ave.

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04/12/2016

Northern Highlands, NJ

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Waldwick Soccer Opens Fall Registration WALDWICK, N.J. -- The Waldwick Soccer Association has opened registration for the 2016 fall season.The fall season is open for kids in grades K-12. Those who register before Friday, April 15 will receive an early bird discount. Waldwick is also seeking volunteer coaches, officials and members to sit on the board. To be considered as a coach, you must register yourself under the adult section of your registration account. Log on to www.waldwicksoccer.org for more information or to register.

by Joe Jenkins

04/12/2016

Fair Lawn-Glen Rock, NJ

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Bergen County Repaves Glen Rock's Harristown Road GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- Harristown Road will be repaved by the County the week of April 11 through April 15. The project will begin at Ackerman Avenue and proceed down Harristown Road, across Maple Avenue and end at Thornbury Avenue. Crews will begin work at 7 a.m. and finish around 5 p.m. Residents who need access to their vehicle at all times should consider parking on a side street. Overnight parking rules will also be suspended for the week. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while work is being completed.

by Joe Jenkins

04/12/2016

Pascack Valley, NJ

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Pascack Valley Businesses Come Together For Wellness Fair HILLSDALE, N.J. -- Pascack Valley High School will be hosting a Wellness Fair for students and faculty on Wednesday, April 20. Health professionals and vendors will engage attendees in a wide variety of hands-on activities and will provide information on nutrition, exercise, yoga, meditation, stress management, and other ways to maintain a healthy self. Some local vendors who will be at the fair include: Careplus Cor Group Eye Adventure High Focus Hillsdale Ambulance Corps Horizon Blue Cross Hungry Hollow Juluka Yoga Lifetime Athletic Montvale Health and Spine Pulse Gym Renfr…

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04/12/2016

Saddle Brook-Elmwood Park, NJ

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Saddle Brook Athlete Earns Unico's Brian Piccolo Award SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- Saddle Brook resident Taryn Digiacomo was awarded the Brian Piccolo Award by the Italian American Service Organization, UNICO on Tuesday, April 5.The award is given to a student who has faced adversity while excelling on the athletic field. Piccolo was a professional football player for the Chicago Bears. His story was depicted in the movie "Brian's Song" starring James Caan.

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04/12/2016

Bergenfield, NJ

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Bergenfield Updates Parking Laws BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Bergen officials have tweaked overnight parking laws to accommodate a new automated system for curbside trash pickup, according to NorthJersey.com. The new law extends the overnight ban on street parking to 6 a.m. as the trucks won't work properly with vehicles on the road, NorthJersey.com reported. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

04/12/2016

Garfield-Lodi, NJ

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Firefighter Couple From Garfield Won't Be Suspended For Wedding Invite GARFIELD, N.J. -- A firefighting couple will not be suspended for violating social media regulations after displaying their turnout coats on their wedding invitations, according to NorthJersey.com. The threat of suspension came from a lack of clear understanding about what the city deems acceptable on social media. Fire fighters are not allowed to post anything negative, demeaning, degrading online, NorthJersey.com reported. Volunteer members Paul Mellor, 27, and Danielle Szep, 26 posted the invitation with their turnout coats with their names on it, NorthJersey.com said. Click here to r…

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04/12/2016

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