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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Fort Lee, NJ

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Palisades Park High School Offers SAT Prep Course PALISADES PARK, N.J. -- Palisades Park Jr./Sr. High School is offering a SAT Preparation Workshop from Jan. 19 through March 2. The focus of the workshop is to prepare for the March 5, SAT testing date, the school as well. The seven week program meets in the evenings twice a week. The program cost is $400 and includes an SAT workbook, however Palisades Park students who attend every session and complete homework will receive a $50 discount at the conclusion of the course. Click here to download the registration form. Palisades Park Jr./Sr. High School is located at 1 Veterans Plaza.

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

Paterson, NJ

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Passaic Sheriff Donates Vehicle To Haledon Police HALEDON, N.J. -- The Passaic County Sheriff's Department donated a gently used vehicle to the Haledon Police Department on Thursday, Jan. 14. The donated car is a gently used black Crown Victoria. Sheriff Richard H. Berdnik delivered it Haledon officials personally.

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

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

01/16/2016

Bergenfield, NJ

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Happy Birthday To Bergenfield's Ron Villone BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Happy birthday to former Bergenfield resident and retired professional baseball player Ron Villone! Villone, who pitched for 12 different major league baseball teams, turns 40 on Saturday. Villone made his debut in the majors in 1995 with the Seattle Mariners. He pitched his final game for the Washington Nationals in 2009. Over his 15-year career collected 61 wins and 925 strikeouts over 1,168 innings pitched. The Englewood native is currently a pitching coach in the Chicago Cubs farm system.

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

Ridgewood, NJ

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Anthony Lillo Sworn In As New Director Of Ridgewood Emergency Services RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Anthony Lillo took the helm as director and chief of Ridgewood Emergency Services on Jan. 9. Lillo, 57, was sworn in by Ridgewood Mayor Paul Aronsohn at the Departments annual installation dinner. Lillo's emergency services career began in 1991 and he joined Ridgewood Special Operations in 1999. Lillo, an EMT, has served in various leadership positions during his tenure, most recently as deputy chief. In addition to Lillo being named director and chief, the other officers were announced during the installation dinner. The 2016 officers include: Deputy Chief Ryan Savar…

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

Lyndhurst, NJ

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Lyndhurst Wants To Take Residents On A Trip To Sands Casino In March LYNDHURST, N.J. -- The Lyndhurst Department of Parks and Recreation is gauging interest in a bus trip to Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Pa. The trip would take place on Friday, March 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets, which will cost $22 will include the bus ride, as well as a $20 play voucher and a $5 food voucher. The Sands also houses a variety of Outlet shopping, such as Chico’s, Coach, Talbots, Nine West and more. Visit www.pasands.com to find out more about The Sands Casino. Contact the Parks Department at (201) 804-2482 or email [email protected] if interested. Official sign up wi…

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

Ridgewood, NJ

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Ridgewood's TIC TOC Sponsors Free Children's Multicultural Performance RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- TICTOC Theater & Art is sponsoring a free, multicultural program called “Around the World” at the Ridgewood Library on Saturday, Jan. 30. Lou Del Bianco, a singer and storyteller, combines theater and music into an interactive program for children in grades K-5. Children will "travel" to Africa, Asia, Europe and North and South America to learn about different cultures. The show starts at 3 p.m., with the doors opening at 2:45 p.m. for general seating. The Ridgewood Library is located at 125 N Maple Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

West Milford, NJ

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Wanaque Rec Softball Registration Now Open WANAQUE, N.J. -- Registration is now open for Wanaque Recreational softball. Registration is open for Wanaque children for ages of 5-12. And costs $35. Fees include practice time, games and a jersey. Online registration closes on Feb. 29. Click here to sign up.

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

Garfield-Lodi, NJ

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Felician University Names New Dean Of Business School LODI, N.J. -- Felician University recently announced it has appointed former KPMG partner, Robert P. Evans, as Dean of its School of Business. A partner at KPMG from 1983 until his retirement, Evans held a number of leadership positions within the company and in the business community. He was designated by the firm to be one of its initial partners to hold the title of International Audit Partner. “Bob Evans brings a remarkable, lifetime career of hands-on leadership experience to our School of Business,” Felician University president, Dr. Anne Prisco said in a statement. “His deep understan…

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

Northern Highlands, NJ

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Upper Saddle River Lets Young Athletes Shine In Front Of College Coaches UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- Professional Baseball Instruction in Upper Saddle River will host an athlete workout on Sunday, Jan. 17.Several colleges will attend the workout, including: Amherst, Babson, Bard, Bates, Catholic, Clarkson, Cornell, Delaware State, Drew, Elon, Fairfield, Felician, Fordham, Fredonia, Georgetown, George Washington, Gettysburg, Hamilton, Haverford, Holy Cross, James Madison, Manhattan, Marist, MIT, Nichols, NJIT, NYU, Post, Princeton, Sacred Heart, Southern Vermont, Stevens Institute, Trinity, Tufts, Rhode Island, Ursinus, Vassar, Washington College, Washington Univer…

by Joe Jenkins

01/16/2016

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