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Joe Jenkins

Managing Editor, Orange County

jjenkins@dailyvoice.com

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

Events

Pompton Lakes Poets Seek New Members POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- Scribes looking to unleash their inner muse are invited to join the next meeting of the Pompton Poets on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at the library. Poets, writers, readers and listeners are invited to join musician and educator George Peren. Since the age of sixteen, Peren has written and performed his poems and songs all over the metro area. Over the years he has been published more than 200 times in anthologies, magazines and newspapers. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Meetings are held monthly. The Emanuel Einstein Memorial Library is located at 333 Wanaque Ave.

08/29/2016

News

Suspended Chief's Lawsuit Tops Week's News In Rockland ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at the week's top stories from around Rockland County. Suspended Clarkstown Police Chief Michael Sullivan has filed suit against the town, the Town Board and each individual on the board. Sullivan is seeking his reinstatement. Spring Valley police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man wanted for breaking into several local businesses. A Highlands Falls man was charged for the third time in two weeks with driving while intoxicated in Stony Point. An 18-year-old Monsey woman was struck and killed Wednesday by a motor vehicle on Route 59…

08/28/2016

News

Woman Stealing Thousands From Employer Tops Dutchess News DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look a the week's top stories from around Dutchess County. A Wappingers Falls woman has been accused of stealing thousands of dollars from an ATM at a Hyde Park gas station. The 171st Dutchess County Fair kicked off on Tuesday. New York State Police are asking for the public's help in locating Zachary Higgins of Poughkeepsie, who is a suspect in a grand larceny incident that took place in January. Daryl Hall made a surprise performance at his Pawling club recently. Marist graduate Kaitlyn Murphy is making a name for herself as a stand up comedian. A Du…

08/28/2016

Schools

Connecticut State Police Issue Back-To-School Safety Tips FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Connecticut State Troopers are urging parents and children to exercise extra caution as more than a half-million kids will return to school in the coming weeks. Troopers are reminding all parents and guardians to discuss school, traffic, and personal safety with their children. Troopers also caution all drivers to be aware of “back to school” bus, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic. Drivers are urged to use extra caution as they travel on Connecticut’s roadways, and to be alert to children who may be hurrying to and from school. Under state law, it is mandatory that…

08/28/2016

News

Body Of Eastchester Police Veteran Found In Cemetery EASTCHESTER, N.Y. -- The body of an Eastchester police veteran was found in a Hawthorne cemetery, his death an apparent suicide, according to lohud.com. Mount Pleasant police informed the Eastchester Police Department on Wednesday that they discovered the body of Sgt. Richard Morris, 61, in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Information about who discovered Morris' body and where it was found was not released, lohud.com reported. Morris, who joined the Eastchester department in 1978, was a senior officer who had received several awards and commendations, lohud.com said. Morris is survived by his wi…

08/27/2016

Police & Fire

Man Charged With Robbing Bank, Assaulting Police Officer In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Bridgeport authorities have a man in custody for allegedly robbing a People's Bank, according to News 12 Connecticut. Authorities detained Isaac Eagles, 42, who reportedly handed a bank teller a note that demanded money and claimed Eagles had a gun, News 12 Connecticut reported. Eagles was tracked down by police near Newfield Avenue where he reportedly also assaulted a police officer, News 12 Connecticut said. Click here to view the News 12 Connecticut story.

08/26/2016

News

Deputy Sheriff's Arrest, Firing Top Week's News In Dutchess DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at the week's top stories from around Dutchess County. A part-time Dutchess County Deputy Sheriff who was fired after being arrested by federal agents, has been charged by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations in New York for producing and growing marijuana. Diners at the Poughkeepsie Main Street McDonald's can become their own chefs by checking out the restaurant's new experimental program. A 49-year-old man has been identified as the victim of a one-car crash on Route 9 in Red Hook. East Fishkill was named one of t…

08/21/2016

News

Rockland Towns' High Safety Rankings Top Week's News ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at the week's top stories from around Rockland County. Three communities in Rockland County were named to a list of the safest communities in New York. Yonkers native and Clarkstown North High School graduate Adam Rodriguez will make his debut as a series regular on the CBS-TV show, "Criminal Minds." Golden Krust Bakery and Grill, a maker of savory meat pastries and other Jamaican goodies, is coming to Orangetown. Fire ripped through a condominium complex in Clarkstown Tuesday morning, destroying two units and damaging others. The owners of P…

08/21/2016

News

Aquarion Tells Greenwich: No Lawn Watering This Week FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Residents of Greenwich, Stamford New Canaan and Darien are being asked to refrain from watering lawns until Sunday, Aug. 21, in an effort to reduce water usage, according to Aquarion Water Co. and municipal officials. Below average rainfall and high water demand compared to the same period last year have led to below average water levels in Aquarion’s reservoirs. Connecticut is currently experiencing a “moderate drought” due to an extended dry spell, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. “We are asking our customers in Greenwich, Stamfo…

08/18/2016

Schools

Tuckahoe Middle School's Interim Principal Settles In To New Job TUCKAHOE, N.Y. -- Carrie Amon began her duties as interim principal of Tuckahoe Middle School on Monday, Aug.1. Amon replaced Dr. Ellen McDonnell who is taking over as the new assistant superintendent. Amon was named to the position by the Board of Education during a special meeting in July. “I believe Ms. Amon’s strong knowledge of literacy, special education and English as a New Language programs combined with her extensive background as a school building leader in a high performing Westchester County school district make her a very good fit for our middle school at this time,” Assistant …

08/18/2016

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