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.

Joe Jenkins's Contributions

Bergenfield, NJ

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Bergenfield Student Invited To Study At Carnegie Hall BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Bergenfield High School junior Parker Jones has been invited to be a member of NYO2 for the 2016 season by Carnegie Hall and its Weill Music Institute. Parker will become part of the inaugural class of the new program, which has grown out of the success of the National Youth Orchestra. As a member of NYO2, Parker will work with conductor Giancarlo Guerrero and players from the Philadelphia Orchestra, among other faculty, from June 18 to July 4. Lessons, coaching, and orchestra rehearsals, as well as other educational and recreational activities, will take place at Pur…

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Garfield-Lodi, NJ

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Pro Boxer Speaks To Lodi Kids LODI, N.J. -- Professional boxer Boyd Melson visited Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Lodi on recently to speak about courage. Melson, 34, won the 48th World Military Boxing Championship gold medal in the 69 kg weight class, and was a four-time United States Army champion, a three-time NCBA All-American boxer, a four-time West Point Brigade Open Boxing Champion. Melson was inducted into the National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame in 2005.

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Hackensack, NJ

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Winnette Peltz Named General Manager Of Shops At Riverside In Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Winnette Peltz was named General Manager at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack. With over twenty years of experience in property management and leasing, Peltz will bring her extensive knowledge and expertise in luxury retail and urban assets to help oversee a transformative redevelopment underway at The Shops at Riverside that will offer a complete shopping, dining and entertainment experience. “We are pleased to welcome Winnette into her new position at The Shops at Riverside” Robert T. Guerra, regional vice president for Simon’s Northeast region said in a statement…

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03/10/2016

Northern Highlands, NJ

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Waldwick Chamber Of Commerce Creates Motivational Sign Contest For 5k WALDWICK, N.J. -- The Waldwick Chamber of Commerce is holding a motivational sign contest to accompany its 9th annual 5k run and 1 mile walk on May 1. The chamber is looking for 5 more signs that can have up to 35 letters that motivates runners through inspiration or humor. The 5K Committee will choose 5 winners, who will receive a $25 Visa Gift card as well as a free race entry for a runner or walker. There will be 3 age categories that the winners will be picked from: One (1) Winner from 13 years and younger Two (2) Winners from 14 to 18 years Two (2) Winners from 18 years and older. Su…

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03/10/2016

Rutherford, NJ

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Rutherford Organizes Blood Screening Program For Residents RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The Rutherford Health Department will sponsor a Multi-Phasic Blood Screening Program for Rutherford residents, 18 years of age or older, to be held at the Health Center on Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16.Appointments are required and can be made by calling the Public Health Nurses at 201-460-3020 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The main objective of the program is to detect any abnormalities in the blood. The screening will check for approximately thirty (30) different items, including cholesterol, triglycerides, and glucose. There …

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Wyckoff Toy Fundraiser Supports Oakland Boy WYCKOFF, N.J. -- Spring Lake Toys in Wyckoff will sponsor a Toy Trunk Show and fundraiser on Friday, March 11 and March 12 at the All is Well Boutique. Attendees can purchase toys, games, crafts, and other items perfect for Easter baskets. Proceeds will go to benefit two local children. The fundraiser will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days. The All is Well Boutique is located at 257 Everett Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Wyckoff YMCA Promotes 'MELT' Fitness WYCKOFF, N.J. -- The Wyckoff YMCA will host a fitness seminar based on the MELT method on Saturday, April 2 at the Family Lake House. The class will help address postural misalignments, opens up joint space, helps your body heal, decreases inflammation, reconnects and calms the nervous system, and rehydrates the connective tissue system for better balance, circulation and alignment. The class will run from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admission is $25 for Y members, $30 for basic members and Franklin Lakes Community Center Members and $35 for non-members. Call 201-891-2081 to register. The Wyck…

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Garfield-Lodi, NJ

Breaking News

Lodi Students Dress To Impress For Elmwood Park Non-Profit LODI, N.J. -- Lodi Immaculate Conception High School held a dress-down day on Wednesday for the Rare is Beautiful foundation based in Elmwood Park. Lodi students donated $2 each to dress in casual wear rather than their usual uniforms, with proceeds donated to the non-profit. "We are always willing to help wherever we can," the school posted on Twitter. "Compassion at work." Rare is Beautiful was founded by the Ingui family after 15-year-old Denise, also known as Dee Dee, was diagnosed with Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome in April 2015. The rare disease affects the gene that su…

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Teaneck, NJ

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Seven Candidates Vie For Three Seats On Teaneck Council TEANECK, N.J. -- The May 10 election for Teaneck Township Council seats should be highly contested with seven candidates running for only three seats, according to NorthJersey.com. The ballot will consist of three incumbents: Henry Pruitt, Mark Schwartz and Mohammed Hameeduddin as well as four challegners: Stephen Gruber, Chondra Young, Michael Pagan and Jacob Herenstein, NorthJersey.com reported. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

Cliffside Park-Edgewater, NJ

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Happy Birthday To Edgewater's Barbara Corcoran EDGEWATER, N.J. -- Happy birthday to Edgewater native Barbara Corcoran!Corcoran, who is best-known as an investor on ABC's Shark Tank, turns 67 on March 10. Corcoran founded the Corcoran Group, a real estate company, in 1973 with a $1,000 loan from her boyfriend. She sold the company to NRT Incorporated for $66 million in 2001. Corcoran currently resides in Manhattan with her second husband, Bill and their two children.

by Joe Jenkins

03/10/2016

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