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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

Weather

Bringing The Heat: Summer Temperatures Will Hit North Passaic This Week PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. — Clouds and strong wind gusts on Monday will give way to summer-like conditions in Passaic County this week. Clouds will give way to some sun on Monday with wind gusts up to 38 mph. The warming trend begins on Tuesday with abundant sunshine and highs around 78. The heatwave gets into gear on Wednesday with highs in the mid-80s. Expect lows to only drop into the 70s. Thursday will be the hottest day of the week with highs around 90 degrees. Things begin to cool on Friday, but not much. Expect highs in the Mid-80s. Sun is expected to stick around, but more sprin…

05/15/2017

Lifestyle

The Queen Is Holding Court! Norwalk PAWS Accepting Applications For Queen. NORWALK, Conn. – Norwalk PAWS is looking to find a home for Queen, a 5-month-old Siberian Husky. Queen is energetic and vocal. She loves playtime with other dogs and is looking for an active family who can help her work on her manners. Appointments are required to meet with Queen. Call 203-750-9572 to set up a time.

05/13/2017

Police & Fire

Volunteers Band Together To Clean Up Housatonic SHELTON, Conn. -- Several groups of volunteers teamed up to clean up the Housatonic River on Saturday, May 6. Students from the high school joined State Rep. Jason Perillo and members of the volunteer fire department to help clean trash and plastic bottles out of the water.

05/13/2017

Real Estate

Check Out The Most Expensive House On The Market In Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. — Why own the nicest the nicest house on the block when you can own one of the nicest homes in all of Paramus? The six bedroom, six bathroom estate located on 376 N Farview Ave is listed for $2.38 million. It features vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan and a four-car garage. Click here to view the complete listing.

05/13/2017

Lifestyle

Norwalk PAWS Seeks Home For Brothers Frick And Frack NORWALK, Conn. – Two kitten brothers currently with Norwalk PAWS are looking for a permanent home. Frick and Frack are 10 months old. PAWS officials say they are gentle, playful and get along well with other cats. Thos who are interested can meet the pair on weekdays between noon and 5 p.m. and on weekends from noon to 4 p.m. No appointments are needed. Save time and fill out the cat adoption form online.

05/13/2017

Neighbors

Construction Project Moves Forward At Brookfield Y's Outdoor Pool, Bubble BROOKFIELD, Conn. -- Pool construction projects at the Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut in Brookfield are nearing completion. Y officials have said the pool will officially open to members on June 17, the weekend of Father's Day. The outdoor pool is slated to have a seasonal bubble erected in October of this year, but before the 15,500-square-foot bubble could be completed, other projects had to take place: The exterior of the new Youth Development and Aquatic Center is complete and building mechanics are nearing completion. Sidewalks have been installed. A new driveway entrance wit…

05/13/2017

News

Ex-Bridgeport Man, 52, Gets Prison Time For Trafficking Ecstasy BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- A Bridgeport man was sentenced to 20 months in prison on Friday for trafficking ecstasy, according to U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut Deirdre M. Daly. Collin Fletcher, 52, worked with Philip Stewart to sell ecstasy in New York and Connecticut. On two separate occasions, Fletcher sold pills to investigators, the U.S. Attorney said. On Nov. 18, authorities arrested Fletcher and Stewart after they attempted to sell 10,000 capsules to an undercover officer. Following Fletcher's arrest, authorities found about one kilogram of marijuana in his home, the U.S. A…

05/12/2017

Schools

Platt Tech Stages Mock DUI Crash MILFORD, Conn. -- Platt Tech High School School Resource Officer Kat Cummings staged a mock DUI crash to students on Friday. Students were given a background story about victims consuming alcohol before Prom and driving the car while intoxicated. The school staff, students, State Police Troop I, Milford Police, Orange Police, Milford Fire Department, Milford EMS, & Yale New Haven Health medical transport (helicopter) all participated to ensure the "real" scene management. Cosmetic students created makeup for the victims as well. Platt Tech accepts students from Fairfield, Bri…

05/12/2017

Events

Boys & Girls Club's Spring Carnival Underway In Shelton SHELTON, Conn. – The Boys & Girls Club of Lower Naugatuck Valley is holding its Spring Carnival through May 21. The carnival will be held at its usual location in downtown Shelton on the "Slab". Carnival hours are 6-11 p.m. on weeknights, and from 1-11 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

05/12/2017

Lifestyle

Have You Ordered Your Shelton Farmers Market Shirt Yet? SHELTON, Conn. — Looking for a way to show your love for the Shelton Farmers Market? Grab a new t-shirt and show your pride. T-shirts are $25 and are available in crew neck, v-neck, women's slim fit and youth sizes. The Farmers Market, which is now open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., features top quality fresh produce and food from local, verified farmers and producers. The market will begin Wednesday hours in June from 3 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Click here to order your shirt online.

05/12/2017

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