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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Lyndhurst, NJ

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Lyndhurst Mulls New Prek-K Program LYNDHURST, N.J. -- The Township of Lyndhurst Parks and Recreation Department is looking into the possibility of starting a Pre-K 3 program. The program will be for children turning 3 by October 1, 2016. Depending on the number of students enrolled, there could be a morning program and an afternoon program. Officials are considering the Pre-K 3 program due to continued interest from parents and the continued success of the Pre-K 4 program. The cost of the program would be $10 per session. If interested, contact Theresa Cicero at the Parks Department at 201-804-2482.

by Joe Jenkins

04/02/2016

Paterson, NJ

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Clifton Dinner Fundraiser Supports Relay For Life CLIFTON, N.J. -- Wendy's in Clifton will host a fundraiser for a Relay for Life team on Thursday, April 28.The restaurant will donate 15 percent of all sales to the "Running on Empty" Relay for Life team between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wendy's is located at 83 Main Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

04/02/2016

Rutherford, NJ

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Rutherford Students Donate To School In Uganda RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Students at Pierrepont School in Rutherford have been invited to partner with Saint Lawrence School in Migyera, Uganda, to assist with their “Change A Life Uganda, Funds for Farming” program. The donation time frame will run from March to April. Children have been asked to donate any spare money to the cause. It is the goal of each homeroom to collect enough money to buy a goat, a pig or a cow, for a student and his/her family. The gift of an animal gives children and families a source of income, providing milk, meat and funds to improve their livelihood. $50 gives the…

by Joe Jenkins

04/02/2016

Hackensack, NJ

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April Recognized As Sexual Assault Awareness Month By Bergen Freeholders BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. -- Bergen County Freeholders have officially made April Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Copies of the resolution were presented to representatives from Bergen County’s Division of Alternatives to Domestic Violence (ADV), YWCA healingSPACE, The Center for Hope and Safety (formerly Shelter our Sisters), and the Bergen Family Center for their continued commitment to helping victims of sexual assault and sexual violence. “It is important that we support these organizations in the fight against sexual assault,” Freeholder Chairman Steve Tanelli said in a statement. “This Freeh…

by Joe Jenkins

04/02/2016

Rutherford, NJ

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East Rutherford Considers Summer Faust Swim Program EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- East Rutherford officials are mulling over a proposal to enter a shared-services agreement with the board of education to use the swimming pool at the Faust School for a summer recreation program, according to NorthJersey.com. The borough would pay up to $10,000 a month for use of the pool, but critics, including Mayor James Cassella said the price is too high, NorthJersey.com reported. The discussion came about following a letter from Interim Superintendent Joseph Abate who made it a primary goal upon his arrival two years ago to get the pool at the Faust School fu…

by Joe Jenkins

04/01/2016

Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Wyckoff Y Offers Free Class For Cancer Survivors WYCKOFF, N.J. -- The Wyckoff YMCA is offering an eight-week class designed for cancer survivers starting on Tuesday, April 12. The course will include cardiovascular fitness, nutrition, resistance training, meditation, yoga, and a variety of resources to support a healthy and strong lifestyle throughout recovery. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from April 12 through May 31 at 2 p.m. Log on to wyckoffymca.org or call 201-891-2081 to register. The Wyckoff YMCA is located at 691 Wyckoff Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

04/01/2016

Ridgewood, NJ

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Ridgewood Crew Recruits Members RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood crew team is looking for middle schoolers to join its learn to row program starting on Sunday, April 24 at the Passaic River Rowing Association.The program will be held on April 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, April 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, May 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The learn to row program is $450. Log on to ridgewoodcrew.com or email [email protected] for more information. The Passaic River Rowing Association is located at 779 Riverside Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

04/01/2016

Bridgeport, CT

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Bridgeport Man Busted In Upstate New York With 2 Pounds Of Pot BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – A Bridgeport man was charged with possession of more than 2 pounds of marijuana after a traffic stop in upstate New York on Tuesday, according to New York State Police. Neville R. Boreland, 32, was pulled over on Interstate 90 in Schodack, N.Y., and was found with approximately 2.2 pounds of marijuana, police said. He was subsequently charged with second-degree criminal possession of marijuana, third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation, and multiple traffic violations, officials said. Boreland was arraigned in the Town of Canaan Court and remanded to Columbia County J…

by Joe Jenkins

04/01/2016

Hackensack, NJ

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Candidates Sought for Bergen County Leadership Program HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Bergen LEADS - an innovative, 10-month learning and leadership program for adults who live or work in Bergen County - is now accepting applications for the Class of 2017. Bergen LEADS, now in its eighth year, is a program of the Volunteer Center of Bergen County. Under the guidance of former Bergen County Executive William “Pat” Schuber, participants are immersed in a curriculum that introduces them to topical issues of local importance and encourages them to explore leadership styles, enhance leadership capacity and become engaged in helping to solve some of the challen…

by Joe Jenkins

04/01/2016

West Milford, NJ

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Pompton Lakes Education Foundation Seeks Donations For "Honor A Teacher" POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- Pompton Lakes Public Schools are seeking donations for "Honor a Teacher Week" from May 2 through May 6. A teacher includes all exemplary educators including teachers, paraprofessionals, librarians, office staff, nurses and custodians. Teachers can be honored in three ways: A certificate will be sent to the teacher with donation of $25 or more. A card will be sent to the teacher with a $10 donation or more. A memorial notification will be made for every donation of $15 or more. The amount of your gift will remain confidential award recipients will receiv…

by Joe Jenkins

04/01/2016

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