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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Armonk, NY
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Student From Fordham Prep Second To Be Killed By Train In Last Month Student From Fordham Prep Second To Be Killed By Train In Last Month Student From Fordham Prep Second To Be Killed By Train In Last Month
Student From Fordham Prep Second To Be Killed By Train In Last Month The teenager who appears to have jumped in front of a Metro-North train in the Bronx is the second Fordham Prep student to die this way in less than a month. The incident occurred at roughly 3:30 p.m. and created travel backups in excess of an hour well into the evening commute.  Authorities believe the most recent incident is a suicide, the New York Daily News said.  Another Fordham Prep student, and Sleepy Hollow resident, jumped in front of a Metro-North train on Jan. 18 at the Philipse Manor Train Station. Click here to read the New York Daily News article. 

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Hackensack, NJ
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National Pre-K Nonprofit Schedules Informational Meeting In Hackensack National Pre-K Nonprofit Schedules Informational Meeting In Hackensack National Pre-K Nonprofit Schedules Informational Meeting In Hackensack
National Pre-K Nonprofit Schedules Informational Meeting In Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Pre-K Our Way, a nonprofit, statewide effort that helps New Jersey’s communities bring high-quality pre-k to their children will be hosting a local community meeting with the Bergen County Office for Children on Tuesday, Feb. 9 on the 2nd Floor of One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack.  The meeting will provide parents, educators, business leaders, elected officials and community members both an opportunity to learn about how they can use Pre-K Our Way to expand preschool access for three- and four-year olds to more communities throughout the state as well as to learn how…

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Lyndhurst, NJ
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North Arlington Author Pens Book To Remember Son North Arlington Author Pens Book To Remember Son North Arlington Author Pens Book To Remember Son
North Arlington Author Pens Book To Remember Son NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. -- North Arlington resident Ady Dorsett released a children's book called "Hayden's Heart."Hayden's Heart is an uplifting story for all ages about the love that was bestowed upon him from all that knew him. It shows how one little boy's impact was so profound that it taught people the true meaning of life all over the world. The celebrate the release of the book, Dorsett will be signing copies at Moda Capelli Salon in Lyndhurst on Monday, Feb. 8 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Books we be available for purchase for $12. Moda Capelli is located at 520 Valley Brook Ave.  

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Cresskill-Closter, NJ
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Closter Releases Key Spring Event Dates Closter Releases Key Spring Event Dates Closter Releases Key Spring Event Dates
Closter Releases Key Spring Event Dates CLOSTER, N.J. -- Closter has released a schedule of key events in the spring.  Sunday, April 24: Opening Day for Little League and Girls Softball. The Little League Parade begins at 12:30 p.m. from Borough Hall   Saturday, May 7: Annual Joe Accordino Memorial Fishing Contest from 9 a.m. to noon at Ruckman Pond  Monday, May 30: The Memorial Day Parade and Memorial Service Parade steps off at 10 a.m. Memorial Service follows at Veterans Memorial Park Friday, June 10: Closter’s Country Hoe Down. 

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Garfield-Lodi, NJ
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Garfield Library Plans Valentine's Day Craft Garfield Library Plans Valentine's Day Craft Garfield Library Plans Valentine's Day Craft
Garfield Library Plans Valentine's Day Craft GARFIELD, N.J. -- The Garfield Public Library will host a Valentine's Day craft night for children on Thursday, Feb. 11. The event will run from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is highly recommended. Call 973-478-3800 or visit in person to sign up.  Light refreshments will be served.  The Garfield Library is located at 500 Midland Ave.

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Pascack Valley, NJ
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Pascack Valley Schools Come Together For 'Raising Resilient Girls' Workshop Pascack Valley Schools Come Together For 'Raising Resilient Girls' Workshop Pascack Valley Schools Come Together For 'Raising Resilient Girls' Workshop
Pascack Valley Schools Come Together For 'Raising Resilient Girls' Workshop HILLSDALE, N.J. -- Simone Marean, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the internationally recognized Girls Leadership will host a lecture for parents and teachers on Wednesday, Feb. 24. Marean will discuss how to help girls practice assertive self-expression, emotional intelligence, and healthy relationships and preparing them for a life of personal and societal leadership. The presentation is free, but is for adults only. Click here to get tickets.  Marean's workshop will begin at 6:30 p.m.  Pascack Valley Regional High School is located at 200 Piermont Ave. 

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West Milford, NJ
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West Milford Elks Schedule Super Bowl Party West Milford Elks Schedule Super Bowl Party West Milford Elks Schedule Super Bowl Party
West Milford Elks Schedule Super Bowl Party WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- The West Milford Elks Club will host a Super Bowl Party on Sunday, Feb. 7. $20 at the door includes food, snacks, beer, wine and soda. There will also be a 50/50 raffle.  The party starts at 5:30 p.m. The Elks Club is located at 1860 Union Valley Rd.

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Paterson, NJ
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Wayne Staff Teach Students About 'Makerspace' Wayne Staff Teach Students About 'Makerspace' Wayne Staff Teach Students About 'Makerspace'
Wayne Staff Teach Students About 'Makerspace' WAYNE, N.J. -- Students at Schuyler-Colfax Middle School in Wayne got a lesson on the concept of "MakerSpace" recently.The format of the lesson included opportunities for hands­-on learning and working together in groups. Students, through the use of diagrams and inquiry learned the seven most important internal parts of a desktop computer as well as the names of the ports and their functions. Students were charged with naming the parts with post-­its within a time frame and figuring out how to create a new case for the computers completely out of Legos.

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Cresskill-Closter, NJ
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Northern Valley High School To Vote On Bond Referendum Northern Valley High School To Vote On Bond Referendum Northern Valley High School To Vote On Bond Referendum
Northern Valley High School To Vote On Bond Referendum DEMAREST, N.J. -- The Northern Valley Regional High School District has arranged for a Bond Referendum vote to renovate the Demarest and Old Tappan High Schools on March 8. The Board of Education proposed to use $11.7 in bonds to upgrade the schools. Officials say the projects will not require an increase in taxes to support the project. Voting will take place between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m.  Click here to learn more about the proposal.

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Rutherford, NJ
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Meadowlands Museum To Host Annual Chocolate Tasting Meadowlands Museum To Host Annual Chocolate Tasting Meadowlands Museum To Host Annual Chocolate Tasting
Meadowlands Museum To Host Annual Chocolate Tasting RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Rutherford's Meadowlands Museum will host its annual chocolate tasting, and showcase of the current exhibits of the museum on Friday, Feb. 5 . Attendees will sample chocolate delicacies from area businesses, meet up with friends and explore the current exhibits at the Meadowlands Museum. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for museum members and seniors, $10 for students. Tickets are limited. Call 201-321-2756 in advance of the event to secure a ticket. If space allows, tickets will be sold at the door. The Meadowlands Museum is located at 91 Crane Ave. 

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