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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

Updated: 127 Killed In Paris Coordinated Terror Attacks This story has been updated. PARIS, France -- A series of coordinated terror attacks resulted in the deaths of 127 in Paris on Friday. Shootings took place at as many as six different locations, including a nearby theater. An American band was performing at the theater and some of those attending the concert are believed to be Americans. Members of the California-based band, Eagles of Death Metal, reportedly escaped offstage as the attacks began. Most members of the crowd were reported to be between ages 20 and 30. The Stade de France was put in lockdown after an explosion outside the stad…

by Daily Voice

11/13/2015

Lifestyle

Have a 'Lucky Day' Hackensack, It's Friday the 13th Friday will be a good time for superstitious folks to dust off their rabbits feet and lucky horseshoes, because its the third and final Friday the 13th of 2015. The official term for fear of Friday the 13th is known as "friggatriskaidekaphobia." the prefix "Frig" comes from the Norse goddess for whom Friday is named. Fear of Friday the 13th could stem from Biblical roots. Judas is often labeled the 13th apostle of Jesus Christ at the last supper. After being betrayed by Judas, Jesus is said to have died on a Friday. Three occurrences of Friday the 13th in a single year…

by Joe Jenkins

11/13/2015

Police & Fire

Former NY Knick Draft Pick, Closter Resident Found Dead In Back Seat Of Car CLOSTER, N.J. -- Former New York Knick draft pick and Closter resident Michael Wright was found dead in the back seat of his luxury vehicle on Tuesday, according to several published reports. Wright, who was selected in the second round by the Knicks in 2001, was reported missing by a roommate on Sunday. His Lexus SUV was found near East 16th Street and Avenue I in Brooklyn on Tuesday. Wright was 35 years old, NorthJersey.com reported. Authorities are treating the investigation as a homicide, NorthJersey.com said. Click here to read the full article.

by Joe Jenkins

11/12/2015

Events

Honor A Vet On Veterans Day, Hackensack Wednesday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day in the United States. The holiday is celebrated annually on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in honor of the end of World War I. The day was originally celebrated as Armistice Day, as it is in many other parts of the world. In the United States, however, the holiday eventually evolved into Veterans Day. Unlike Memorial Day, which honors those who lost their lives in the line of duty, Veterans Day celebrates the sacrifice made by all members of the military.

by Joe Jenkins

11/11/2015

News

Marine Corps Celebrates 240th Birthday The United States Marine Corps turned 240 years old on Tuesday. On Nov. 10, 1775, the Second Continental Congress formally approved the formation of two battalions of Marines that would be used as landing forces along with the Naval fleet. The Marines launched their first amphibious raid on the Bahamas in 1776 under the direction of Captain Samuel Nicholas, the Marine Corps first commissioned officer, according to Military.com. Following the end of the Revolutionary War, the Continental Marines were disbanded. The Marine Corps was reinstated in 1798 when tensions with Revolutionary Franc…

by Joe Jenkins

11/10/2015

Business

Learn More About Real Estate At Teaneck Library TEANECK, N.J. -- Thinking of buying or selling property in the next few months, or just planning for the future? Bring your questions to the Teaneck Chamber of Commerce’s Real Estate Committee‘s “Ask The Experts” seminar on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Teaneck Library. A panel discussion will feature experienced professionals from all aspects of the real estate process, including staging, legal, financing, and local realtors as well as a representative from the Teaneck Building Department who will discuss permits, inspections and more. The seminar will take place from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in t…

by Joe Jenkins

11/10/2015

Obituaries

Lloyd Wing, 87, Dumont Resident DUMONT, N.J. -- Lloyd Elden Wing of Dumont passed away on Nov. 7. He was 87. Wing was born in Gray, Maine to Everett and Myra Wing. He was a graduate of the University of Maine, Orno with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. After college, Wing worked as a Mechanical Engineer, most recently at Singer Kearfott in Little Falls before retiring. He also worked for Curtiss-Wright Corp., Woodridge for many years, working on the J65 jet engine. Wing enjoyed tinkering on the family's cars, family vacations to Long Island, St. Thomas and trips to Hawaii, the Panama Canal and Alaska with his wife, B…

by Joe Jenkins

11/09/2015

Obituaries

Frank Spychaj, 92, Clifton Resident CLIFTON, N.J. -- Frank Spychaj of Clifton passed away on Nov. 8. He was 92. Born in Wysoka, Poland, he came to the US in 1949 and had been a resident of Clifton for the past 59 years. Spychaj was a Compounder for Givaudan in Clifton, for 37 years, retiring several years ago and a longtime parishioner of St. John Kanty Roman Catholic Church. He is predeceased by his son Frank, Jr. and sister Maria. Spychaj is survived by his wife of 64 years of Mary (Tabacek); children Richard, Barbara; grandfather of Lisa, Ryan, Evan and Danny; and siblings Roza and Wanda. Funeral services will be hel…

by Joe Jenkins

11/09/2015

Obituaries

Anthony Schimenti, 69, Clifton Resident CLIFTON, N.J. -- Anthony R. Schimenti of Clifton passed away on Nov. 4. He was 69. Schimenti was born to Anthony and the late Theodora Fiore. He was a Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of Rosol-Dul American Legion Post #359. Schimenti worked for A. Santini Storage Co. of New Jersey, and later was a Customer Representative for Gaeta Recycling in Paterson for several years. He was an avid New York Giants Fan and enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Schimenti is survived by his father; wife of 46 years, Vera (Carroll); children Lisa Janssen and her husband Dan…

by Joe Jenkins

11/09/2015

Obituaries

Gerardo Marra, 58, Woodcliff Lake Resident WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. -- Gerardo "Jerry" Marra of Woodcliff Lake passed away on Nov. 5. He was 58. Born in Italy, he was the son of Donato & Anita Marra. Marra was a supervisor for the United States Postal Service and a devout member of the the Jehovah's Witnesses. Marra is survived by his wife of 36 years, Anna Marie (Matteo); children Rebecca Celli and husband Thomas, Christina McElroy and husband Keith, Jacqueline Marra-Krutak and husband John; grandchildren Jerad & Liliana McElroy; siblings Carmine, Salvatore and Daniel Marra; and numerous brother-in-laws, sister-in-l…

by Joe Jenkins

11/09/2015

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