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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

Neighbors

Rutherford Food Pantry Needs Your Help RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The Food Pantry is in need of several items to better serve its clients. January needs are as follows: Deodorant (men and women), body lotion and powder, chapstick, shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, razors, feminine products, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, dish detergent, laundry detergent, and parmalat (or any brand of shelf stable milk). The Pantry has an abundance of the following items and does not need them at this time: Pasta (Quick Cook, Whole Wheat and Whole Grain), lasagna, shells and manicotti, canned green beans…

by Joe Jenkins

01/09/2016

Schools

7 School Districts In Fairfield County Rank Among Nation's Best FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. – Seven school districts in Fairfield County made the grade as among the best in the nation, as ranked by the website Niche.Westport took top honors in the state, and ranked No. 12 overall, according to Niche. Rankings were determined by grading each district in key factors like: Strength of academics, quality of teachers, school resources, the quality of student life, as well as student and parent reviews. Westport earned top marks in several individual categories including: Academics, administration, educational outcomes, extracurriculars, safety and teachers. O…

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Politics

Transportation Trust Fund Solution In Jeopardy New Jersey legislators are disagreeing over how to fund the state Transportation Trust Fund, according to NJ Spotlight. State Democrats are in disagreement over how much money that goes into the fund should be fueled by borrowing and how much should come from "pay-go" sources like gasoline taxes, NJ Spotlight said. The package to finance the Trust Fund must be in place by the middle of the year, NJ Spotlight reported. Click here to read the full NJ Spotlight story.

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

News

Winter Weather Advisory For Passaic County Friday Night PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. -- The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for portions Passaic County from 7 p.m. on Friday through 10 a.m. on Saturday due to potentially icy conditions.Light freezing rain and drizzle may mix with sleet and snow as temperatures dip below freezing on Friday night. Trace accumulations are possible and could lead to icing on area roads and walkways. Motorists are advised to use caution during this period.

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Schools

Bergenfield Third Grader Achieves National Honor Roll In Math Contest BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Hoover School third grader Harlon Sprague achieved National Honor Roll in the 2015 Noetic Learning Math Contest recently. The Noetic Learning Math Contest is a national mathematics contest for elementary and middle school students. The goal of the competition is to encourage students’ interest in math, to develop their problem solving skills, and to inspire them to excel in math. This title is awarded to the top 10 percent of participating students across the country. In addition to Sprague's accomplishment, 20 students received National Honorable Mention. Honorees i…

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Events

New Jersey Music Educators Will Take On Hillsdale Workshop HILLSDALE, N.J. -- The Pascack Valley Regional High School will host its second annual New Jersey edCamp on Monday, Jan. 18. An edcamp is known as an “unconference” and is designed to provide participant-driven professional development for K-12 educators. Created by educators, for educators. Registration is free and sessions are proposed in advance as well as the day of. The first session will run from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and the second will run from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Click here to register for the event. Pascack Valley High School is located at 200 Piermont Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Events

American Girl Doll Yoga Workshop Comes To Ho-Ho-Kus Studio HO-HO-KUS, N.J. -- The American Girl Yoga workshop will return to Ho-Ho-Kus Yoga on Saturday, Jan. 16. The event will run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m at Ho-Ho-Kus Yoga, located at 18 Sycamore Ave. Attendees are invited to bring their American Doll and child in pajamas for a night of yoga. A simple craft will be included. Admission is $25 per child and $10 per additional sibling. CLICK HERE to register.

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Events

Frisbee Teams Square Off At Superdome Sports In Waldwick WALDWICK, N.J. -- Sixteen randomly assigned teams of five versus five will face off in an indoor turf field ultimate frisbee tournament at The Superdome in Waldwick on Saturday, Jan. 30. Each team will play up to nine games over the course of the night. Amenities include bagels/fruits/breakfast spread/coffee available all night, and pizza dinner later in the evening. There will be prizes available and low-priced gear for sale, along with music to enjoy all night from a playliset. Emergency services will be on site. The event is for those 18 and older, with no alcohol or smoking, no pet…

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Business

Local Couple Launches Glen Rock’s First Art Studio With A ‘Twist’ GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- Glen Rock's newest art studio, "Painting with a Twist" opened on Monday, Jan. 4. Owners Cheryl and Paul Siracusa hoped to create a place where friends come together to paint, drink a beverage of their choice and discover their inner artist (SEE: Glen Rock's Painting With A Twist Pairs Pals, Paint). “The new studio is designed to provide guests with a fun night out and a chance to escape from reality,” said Cheryl Siracusa said in a statement. “I want to provide a place where people can come together to create memorable pieces of artwork.” Led by local art instr…

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

Events

Cookbook Club Meets At Lodi Library LODI, N.J. -- Area residents looking to refresh their list of recipes can join the Cookbook Club at the Lodi Library on Saturday, Jan. 9. Attendees will be able to browse through cookbooks, sample and share dishes and network with other local cooks. The meeting will run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Lodi Library is located at 1 Memorial Dr.

by Joe Jenkins

01/08/2016

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