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

Westport, CT

On Your Side

Westport's Ray Dalio Named World's Top Hedge Fund Manager FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Greenwich resident and leader of Westport's Bridgewater Pure Alpha hedge fund Ray Dalio was named the world's top Hedge Fund Manager by Business Insider. Bridgewater Pure Alpha is the largest hedge fund in the world, controlling $160 billion globally. Dalio's fund realized $3.3 billion in net gains in 2015. He is worth $15.6 billion, making him the richest man in the Nutmeg State, according to Business Insider. Andreas Halvorsen, who is the hedge fund manager for Greenwich-based Viking, was ranked No.5 on the list. Halvorsen's funds saw a net gain of $1.7 billion …

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Armonk, NY

Breaking News

Tarrytown Teen Charged After Punching School Official In Face, Police Say TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- Yorktown Police charged a Tarrytown teen after he reportedly punched a school administrator in the face on Friday, Jan. 22 officials said. The incident occurred at approximately 11:59 a.m. at the Fox Meadow Campus Boces department, Yorktown Police said. The suspect, whose name is being withheld due to his eligibility for youthful offender status, was arrested and charged with third-degree attempted assault. He is scheduled to appear in Yorktown Court on Tuesday, Feb. 2, police said.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Rutherford, NJ

On Your Side

Rutherford, East Rutherford See Increase In Tax Sharing Funds RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The Rutherford, East Rutherford and North Arlington municipalities should see an increase in tax sharing funds, according to NorthJersey.com. North Arlington will receive $919,163, Rutherford will get $233,486 and East Rutherford will pocket $208,494 from the he 2016 Intermunicipal Tax Sharing program, NorthJersey.com reported. Towns that receive payments through the pool will get the funds in four installments throughout the year, NorthJersey.com said. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Paterson, NJ

Your Community

Wayne Township Public Schools To Name Educators Of The Year WAYNE, N.J. -- Wayne Township Public Schools has nominated its candidates for the Governor's Educator of the Year Program. After school-level nominations were received, each of the Wayne Township Public Schools convened a committee to select one teacher and one educational services professional under the program guidelines. In the coming months, each of the educators selected locally may move on for recognition at the county and, potentially, the state level.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Hackensack, NJ

Your Community

Bergen County Freeholders Award $55,000 To Hackensack New Hope Foundation HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The Bergen County Freeholders unanimously passed a resolution to provide $55,000 to New Hope Foundation, Inc. The grant, awarded through the Bergen County Department of Health Office of Alcohol and Drug Dependency, will allow approximately 56 Bergen County residents to receive 4-5 days of detox followed by up to 23-24 days of short-term rehabilitation services. “With this resolution, this Freeholder Board upholds its commitment to fighting the heroin epidemic here in Bergen County,” Freeholder Chairman Steve Tanelli said in a statement. “The disease of addiction affects …

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

West Milford, NJ

Breaking News

West Milford Students Donate To Animal Shelter WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- Westbrook Elementary School students got to don their pajamas during school in an effort to raise money for a local charity recently. Student's paid $1 while faculty and staff donated $5 for the privilege of sporting their nighttime attire around school. The $360 raised went to the West Milford Animal Shelter Society.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ

Your Community

Winter Concerts Coming To Mahwah Library MAHWAH, N.J. -- The Mahwah Library will host a series of winter concerts starting on Sunday Feb. 7. Celebrate Mardi Gras on Feb. 7 with Dr. Dubious, who performs jazz in the New Orleans and Chicago styles. The Cabaret Aesthetic Realism Theatre Company will perform on Valentine's Day. "Mozart: The Golden Years" with Catherine Sprague will take place on Saturday, Feb. 20. "3D Goes to the Movies" Featuring the Music of John Williams will be held on Sunday, Feb. 21. All shows start at 2 p.m. Seating is limited and is offered on a first come, first served basis. The Mah…

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Hackensack, NJ

Your Community

Bergen Freeholders Award Nearly $170k To Friendship House In Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The Bergen County Freeholders on Wednesday unanimously passed a resolution awarding $169,250 for various renovations to North Jersey Friendship House in Hackensack. The source of funding for this project is Community Development funding from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which is targeted and administered by the Bergen County Division of Community Development as a pass-through. “As a lifelong advocate for individuals with disabilities I am happy to vote in favor of these upgrades which will help Friendship House deliver programming …

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Northern Highlands, NJ

Your Community

New Jersey Devils Partner With Midland Park Education Foundation MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- The Midland Park Public Education Foundation is offering discounted tickets to see the New Jersey Devils on Feb. 26. The Devils will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning with puck dropping at 7 p.m. A portion of all ticket sales will be donated back to the MPPEF. Log on to www.newjerseydevils.com/midland to purchase tickets at the discounted rate.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Ridgewood, NJ

Your Community

The Valley Hospital Among Top Scorers in New Jersey For Patient Experience RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Valley Hospital in Ridgewood is one of only three hospitals in New Jersey to receive a four-star rating for excellence in patient experience. The star ratings were included in the latest release of the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey, published by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). The HCAHPS survey evaluates patient experiences in a variety of areas ranging from cleanliness to doctor communication to staff responsiveness. The star ratings, which rank hospitals from 1 to 5, are intended to make it easier for consum…

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

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