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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

News
Bergen County Satellite Company Hitches Ride On SpaceX Rocket Bergen County Satellite Company Hitches Ride On SpaceX Rocket
Bergen County Satellite Company Hitches Ride On SpaceX Rocket ROCHELLE PARK, N.J. -- SpaceX may have successfully landed it's Falcon 9 Rocket after a 10-minute flight on Monday, but for Rochelle Park-based Orbcomm Inc., the success came before the end of the mission, according to NorthJersey.com. Orbcomm, a satellite, and cellular provider, was able to launch 11 satellites into orbit during the mission in an effort to provide clearer signal, greater capacity and more clairty to both private and government clients. The company now has 17 satellites orbiting the earth at approximately 17,000 mph, NorthJersey.com reported.  Companies that will rely on the…

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Sports
Wayne's PASCO Soccer Club Opens Registration For Winter Training Classes Wayne's PASCO Soccer Club Opens Registration For Winter Training Classes
Wayne's Pasco Soccer Club Opens Registration For Winter Training Classes WAYNE, N.J. -- Wayne's PASCO Soccer Club and Metropolitan Soccer Academy are proud to announce their Winter Skills Training for boys and girls, ages 7-14 starting on Jan. 10. Skills training classes will allow players to learn the game from experienced professional coaches in a structured environment. Girls classes will be held on Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Boys classes will begin at 7:30 p.m. and run to 8:30 p.m.  The six-week training session costs $180. Online Registration must be completed by Jan. 8.   Staff for both organizations consists of former professional players, Nat…

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Events
Pompton Lakes Library Launches Canine Reading Program For Kids Pompton Lakes Library Launches Canine Reading Program For Kids
Pompton Lakes Library Launches Canine Reading Program For Kids POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- The Pompton Lakes Public Library will start a dog-reading program for kids in January. Therapy dogs Polly and Valor will visit the library once a month starting in the new year to visit with kids ages 5-10.  Registration will open for the first class on Dec. 28. The first meeting will be held on Jan. 11 at 4 p.m. Call 973-835-5661 to register. The Pompton Lakes Library is located at 333 Wanaque Ave. 

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Events
Upper Saddle River Library Offers A Defensive Driving Course Upper Saddle River Library Offers A Defensive Driving Course
Upper Saddle River Library Offers A Defensive Driving Course UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- The Upper Saddle River Library is offering a Driver Safety Course on Sat., Jan. 9. The Class is sponsored by the National Traffic Safety Institute. participants will receive a 10 percent discount in auto insurance premiums for three years.  The course costs $30 and includes a workbook, instructional material and a completion certificate.  The course will begin at 10 a.m. and run t Registration is required. Call 201-327-2583 for more information.  The Upper Saddle River Library is located at 245 Lake St.

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Police & Fire
Mahwah To Study Police Staffing, Efficiency Mahwah To Study Police Staffing, Efficiency
Mahwah To Study Police Staffing, Efficiency MAHWAH, N.J. -- The Mahwah Township Council voted to approve a study on police staffing and efficiency, according to NorthJersey.com. The $45,000 study was approved 5-2 by the council. Those who voted against the measure cited concerns that the council may not act if the study suggests adding more officers, NorthJersey.com reported.  Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article. 

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Neighbors
Winners Named In Saddle Brook Decorating Contest Winners Named In Saddle Brook Decorating Contest
Winners Named In Saddle Brook Decorating Contest SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The Saddle Brook Mayor's Youth Group toured the town to judge homes participating in the holiday light contest recently. The winners of the contest were: First Place: The Parisi Family Second Place: The Donofrio Family Third Place: The Montagna Family The winners are invited to attend the township council meeting on Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. where a certificate and prize will be awarded.

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Events
Wrestlers Grapple In Lodi Wrestlers Grapple In Lodi
Wrestlers Grapple In Lodi LODI, N.J. --  Lodi Immaculate Conception High School will host a live wrestling show Saturday, Jan. 9. Athletes from Pro Wrestling Magic will compete, including a championship defense of Juan Francisco De Coronado and Terra Calaway versus Malia Hosaka and Aria Cadenza. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the bell ringing for the first match at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. Lodi Immaculate is located at 258 S. Main St.

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Neighbors
'Heart-warming' Results For Garfield Giving Tree 'Heart-warming' Results For Garfield Giving Tree
'Heart-warming' Results For Garfield Giving Tree GARFIELD, N.J. --  Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church in Garfield announced a successful donation from its Giving Tree program this December.  The church received donations for 30 bags of food, toiletries and gift cards to the veteran's home on Somerset Street in Garfield.  The parish also received 50 gifts of baby supplies for various shelters, 60 toys or sports items for Eva's Village, and additional gift cards.  Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church is located at 188 MacArthur Ave.

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Events
Mike Sinatra Entertains At Norwood Italian Restaurant, Lounge Mike Sinatra Entertains At Norwood Italian Restaurant, Lounge
Mike Sinatra Entertains At Norwood Italian Restaurant, Lounge NORWOOD, N.J. -- Ragazzi in Norwood offers weekly night time entertainment that includes Mike Sinatra every Thursday. Sinatra will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Ragazzi Restaurant and Lounge is located at 530 Livingston St. in Norwood.

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Police & Fire
Wyckoff Fire Department Reminds Residents To Clear Snow-Impacted Hydrants Wyckoff Fire Department Reminds Residents To Clear Snow-Impacted Hydrants
Wyckoff Fire Department Reminds Residents To Clear Snow-Impacted Hydrants WYCKOFF, N.J. -- Although warm weather has lingered into the holiday months, the Wyckoff Fire Department Chief Lou Graglia is reminding residents to prepare for a safer winter and shovel any snow accumulation around the borough’s 573 fire hydrants. If a hydrant is blocked, it can delay responders and result in more fire damage.  Homeowners have a legal responsibility to clear hydrants after every snowstorm if the hydrant is on their property. Residents are asked to shovel snow from the perimeter of a fire hydrant in the neighborhood and make sure to help those neighbors that are not a…

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