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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

Police & Fire

Greenburgh Police Nab Two In Crack Raid GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Members of the Greenburgh Street Crime Unit, Drug and Alcohol Task Force and the SWAT team charged two suspects after finding crack cocaine in a Fairview apartment on Saturday, Feb. 28, according to authorities. Police charged Lakenya Bennett, 41, was charged with third-degree, fifth-degree and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and Kaseim Lotts, 33, was charged with second-degree criminal contempt and third-degree criminal trespass after finding crack-cocaine in the apartment, police said. Both suspects were sent to Westchester County Jai…

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Business

McDonald's New CEO Promises Big Changes PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- McDonald’s Corp.’s new CEO only has been at the helm of the fast food giant since Sunday, but he's already promising big changes, according to The Wall Street Journal. Steve Easterbrook is looking to reverse a downward economic trend that hasn't occurred with the company in more than 30 years. For the first time since 1981, McDonald's saw both revenue and net income drop from the previous year. In addition the golden arches is fighting an image problem with younger customers who view the restaurant chain as unhealthy, The Wall Street Journal reported. Advice fr…

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Neighbors

Letter: Norwalk Fire Chief Seeks To Increase Diversity In Hiring NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Daily Voice accepts signed letters to the editor. Please send letters to norwalk@dailyvoice.com. To the editor: As Chief of the Norwalk Fire Department, I am charged with providing the very best fire service possible to ensure the safety of the residents and visitors to the city as well as to protect our firefighters and officers. I take this responsibility seriously. I would like to explain the importance of having a diverse fire department; our ongoing efforts to create diversity and the critical role we all play in helping achieve these goals. The …

by Denis McCarthy

03/04/2015

News

Darien Changing Dozens Of Commuter Parking Spots To Meters DARIEN, Conn. -- The Darien Board of Selectmen voted 5-0 to change dozens of permit-based parking spots for Metro-North commuters on Grove Street into metered spots on April 1, according to the Darien News. A total of 57 spots will be changed over to metered three-hour parking. The 47 permit holders who have the longest tenure will be reassigned to spots on Squab Lane, close to the Metro-North train tracks, the Darien News reported. The move was made in an effort to improve land use for businesses in the area that need more parking spots, the Darien News said. Click here to read t…

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Schools

Teaching Programs At Danbury's WestConn Recognized DANBURY, Conn. -- After receiving full accreditation for its education unit last fall from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, Western Connecticut State University is now nationally recognized for its entire inventory of initial and advanced programs leading to educator certification. All 12 certification programs – from elementary education to Spanish – are nationally recognized by specialty professional associations, such as the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics. The programs also include the Master of Arts in Teaching, all secondary education programs a…

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Events

Eagles Guitarist Don Felder Performs At Ridgefield Playhouse RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Spend an evening at “The Hotel California” when Don Felder, a former renowned lead guitarist of The Eagles, plays the entire album live at The Ridgefield Playhouse at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 18. Felder was a member of The Eagles for 27 years, putting his mark on numerous band milestones and co-writing the title track from its classic album, as well as several other of the band's songs. Tickets are $80. Call the box office at (203) 438-5795 or order online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The Ridgefield Playhouse is at 80 East Ridge.

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

News

Residents Slam Possibility Of Return Of Tolls To Connecticut FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Residents attended a public legislative hearing in Hartford held by the General Assembly's Transportation Committee to voice their disapproval of proposed electronic tolls at the state borders, according to newstimes.com. Residents slammed the idea, saying it would cause a spike in local traffic by those looking to dodge the toll booths and would increase the prices of deliveries for businesses, newstimes.com reported. Electronic tolls were proposed as a way to help fund Gov. Dannel P. Malloy's ambitious $100 billion transportation infrastructure overhaul, ne…

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Police & Fire

Buchanan Man Charged With Driving While Intoxicated BUCHANAN, N.Y. -- State Police from the Cortlandt barracks charged a Buchanan man with driving while intoxicated on Friday, according to officials. James A. Zambrano, 41, was pulled over on Kingsferry Road for failing to maintain his lane of travel, police said. A breath sample that revealed a blood alcohol content of 0.10 percent, which is over the 0.08 percent legal limit. He is scheduled to appear in court on March 13, police said.

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Events

Darien Library Hosts Microsoft Excel Class DARIEN, Conn. -- The Darien Library will host a class on Microsoft Excell the next two Thursdays at 2 p.m. On Thursday, March 5, there will be a beginner class where attendees will learn what a cell is, how to create a worksheet and how to create simple math formulas. Thursday, March 12, will focus on intermediate Excel concepts like the use of sorting, filtering and lists to make data come alive. Space is limited for each of these classes. To register, call Mallory Arents at 203-669-5254. The Darien Library is at 1441 Post Road.

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

Neighbors

Stamford Student Named To Dean's List At Fairleigh Dickinson University STAMFORD, Conn. -- Bryan Pieschel of Stamford was named to the Dean's List at Fairleigh Dickinson University the fall 2014 semester. To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must carry a 3.2 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses). Fairleigh Dickinson is located in Teaneck, N.J.

by Joe Jenkins

03/04/2015

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