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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
Lyme Disease Spike Linked To Global Warming, Says Report Lyme Disease Spike Linked To Global Warming, Says Report
Lyme Disease Spike Linked To Global Warming, Says Report FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Experts believe climate change is a contributing factor in the spike in tick population and cases of Lyme Disease, according to the New York Daily News.  Ticks tend to thrive in humid environments with temperatures above 45 degrees. More than 300,000 cases are reported annually and some experts believe climate change could have an impact on the increase, the Daily News Reported. Click here to read the full article. 

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Lyme Disease Spike Linked To Global Warming, Report Says Lyme Disease Spike Linked To Global Warming, Report Says
Lyme Disease Spike Linked To Global Warming, Report Says PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Experts believe climate change is a contributing factor in the spike in tick population and cases of Lyme Disease, according to the New York Daily News.  Ticks tend to thrive in humid environments with temperatures above 45 degrees. More than 300,000 cases are reported annually and some experts believe climate change could have an impact on the increase, the Daily News Reported. Click here to read the full article. 

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Jeanine Pirro Pens Book On Crusade To Convict Robert Durst Jeanine Pirro Pens Book On Crusade To Convict Robert Durst
Jeanine Pirro Pens Book On Crusade To Convict Robert Durst WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Former Westchester District Attorney and Harrison resident Jeanine Pirro has written a book on her quest to convict South Salem's Robert Durst on murder charges, according to Entertainment Weekly.  Pirro's book, "He Killed Them All: Robert Durst And My Quest For Justice," alludes to the closing scene of the HBO miniseries "Jinxed," when Durst says he "killed them all, of course" while in a bathroom, Entertainment Weekly reported.  Click here to read the full article. 

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Business
Verizon Completes AOL Purchase Verizon Completes AOL Purchase
Verizon Completes AOL Purchase WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Verizon successfully completed its purchase of AOL on Tuesday for approximately $4.4 billion, according to a statement released by AOL.  The deal was announced on May 12 in an effort by Verizon to beef up its video content and streaming advertising.  AOL CEO Tim Armstrong will continue to  lead AOL operations after the closing, and Bob Toohey, president of Verizon Digital Media Services, will report to Armstrong.  Armstrong will report to  Marni Walden, Verizon executive vice president and president of Product Innovation and New Businesses, the statement said…

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Daily Voice Leaders: State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins Daily Voice Leaders: State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins
Daily Voice Leaders: State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins YONKERS, N.Y. -- State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins' political career has been marked by a series of firsts. Stewart-Cousins was the first female in state history to lead her party. She was also part of the first state delegation, along with Gov. Andrew Cuomo, to visit Cuba after the process of normalization between the communist nation and the U.S. began.  "Its a humbling, humbling role to play," Stewart-Cousins told Daily Voice. "The obligation of being first in anything--especially if its a good thing--is to leave a path so you won't be the last."  During her tenure as a politic…

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Walmart, Sears Pull Confederate Flag Merchandise Walmart, Sears Pull Confederate Flag Merchandise
Walmart, Sears Pull Confederate Flag Merchandise WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Retailers Walmart and Sears will remove all merchandise from their stores that contain the Confederate flag, according to CNN.  Both companies made their announcements after public outcry to have the flag removed from government buildings exploded in the wake of the fatal shooting in an African American church in Charleston, S.C., CNN reported.  Nine people were killed in the shooting and the man in custody for the incident, Dylann Roof, reportedly said he had hoped to start a race war, CNN said.  Click here to read the full article. 

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Westchester County Airport To Receive $549K In Federal Grants Westchester County Airport To Receive $549K In Federal Grants
Westchester County Airport To Receive $549K In Federal Grants WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Westchester County Airport will receive $549,000 in grants from the Federal Aviation Administration, according to a statement released by Congresswoman Nita Lowey. The additional funds will be allocated to projects aimed at improving drainage and road rehabilitation. “Improvements to Lower Hudson Valley transportation hubs help guarantee access to our region’s economy,” Lowey said in a statement. “These FAA grants to Westchester County Airport will improve overall airport operation while enhancing safety."

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Weather
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Fairfield; Tornado Possible Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Fairfield; Tornado Possible
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Fairfield; Tornado Possible FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Fairfield County until 4 p.m. on Tuesday.  A cold front moving through the area could produce severe thunderstorms with damaging wind and possible large hail on Tuesday afternoon. There is also a small chance that a tornado could develop in this system. Chance of rain is 60 percent with a high around 87 degrees.  Sun will return on Wednesday with a high of 84. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high of 81 and a slight chance of afternoon showers.  Clouds will move in on Friday and …

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Armonk, Tornado Possible Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Armonk, Tornado Possible
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Armonk, Tornado Possible WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Westchester County until 4 p.m. on Tuesday.  A cold front moving through the area could produce severe thunderstorms with damaging wind and possible large hail on Tuesday afternoon. There is also a small chance that a tornado could develop in this system. Chance of rain is 60 percent with a high around 88 degrees.  Sun will return on Wednesday with a high of 84. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high of 81 and a slight chance of afternoon showers.  Clouds will move in on Friday a…

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Putnam, Tornado Possible Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Putnam, Tornado Possible
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Putnam, Tornado Possible PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Putnam County until 4 p.m. on Tuesday.  A cold front moving through the area could produce severe thunderstorms with damaging wind and possible large hail on Tuesday afternoon. There is also a small chance that a tornado could develop in this system. Chance of rain is 60 percent with a high around 88 degrees.  Sun will return on Wednesday with a high of 81. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high of 80 and a slight chance of afternoon showers.  Clouds will move in on Friday and will th…

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