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

Hackensack, NJ

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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 Valley, NJ

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Northern Valley High School Announces Poetry Winner OLD TAPPAN, N.J. -- Old Tappan sophomore Claire Choi was named the school-wide winner of NVOT Poetry Outloud National Recitation Competition.Poetry Outloud is a national arts education program that supports students in their passionate endeavors to learn and recite poetry. Claire will now compete in the regional competition at Bergen PAC on Feb. 8.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Ridgewood, NJ

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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

Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Acrylic Art On Display At Oakland Library OAKLAND, N.J. -- The Oakland Library will host a reception for an exhibition of acrylic art that has been on display throughout the month on Saturday, Jan. 30.The works on display were created by US Air Force veteran Carla Hicks. They are located in the Downstairs Gallery. The reception will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Oakland Library is located at 2 Municipal Plaza.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Northern Highlands, NJ

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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

Paterson, NJ

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Hawthorne Boys And Girls Club Plans Valentine's Day Dance HAWTHORNE, N.J. -- The Hawthorne Boys and Girls Club will hold a Valentine's Day dance on Friday, Feb. 12. The dance for kids in grades K-5 will feature a DJ, refreshments and the crowning of a king and queen. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the dance going to 9 p.m. Admission is $5. The Boys and Girls Club is located at 150 Maitland Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ

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Ramsey Library Welcomes 'Bridge To Riviera' Author Tom Austin RAMESY, N.J. -- Author Tom Austin will be at the Ramsey Public Library on Friday, Jan. 30 to discuss his book, "Bridge to Riviera." Austin is the son of Al Austin, whom you read about in the book. After studying show drumming with the Riviera drummer Erwin Russo, as a teenager he teamed up with Bob Gaudio of Four Seasons and Jersey Boys fame to start their own band called the Royal Teens. The Royal Teens charted several major hits the most famous being “Short Shorts” and “Believe Me” written by Austin and Gaudio. As a youth, Austin's Dad, a security officer at the Riviera, would…

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

Paterson, NJ

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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

Paramus, NJ

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Jewish Federation Readies Super Sunday In Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. -- The Jewish Federation in Paramus will hold its Super Sunday fundraiser on Sunday, Jan. 31. Volunteers can make calls as part of the phone drive or provide administrative support. Super Sunday will also feature a Family Fun Day from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Click here to view a full list of activities and to register for the event. A suggested donation is $18 to attend. The Israel Advocacy Teen Program will also hold a meeting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Donations are also accepted online by clicking here

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

West Milford, NJ

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Ringwood Farm Needs Volunteers To Help Children With Special Needs RINGWOOD, N.J. -- Starlight Farm needs volunteers to help with special needs children. Starlight's mission is to encourage positive self-esteem, confidence and independence in the relaxing setting of the farm. All this, while promoting the healing power of the horse-human connection. No experience needed and training will be provided. Volunteers need to be 14-years-old. Volunteers must commit to at least two hours once a week. Contact Kathy Viken 858-945-1954 or email [email protected].

by Joe Jenkins

01/29/2016

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