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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

Obituaries
Shirley Close, 84, Clifton Native Shirley Close, 84, Clifton Native
Shirley Close, 84, Clifton Native CLIFTON, N.J. -- Clifton native Shirley Close passed away on Nov. 3 in Orlando, Fla.  She was 84.  Close lived in Bergen County for 30 years and Toms River for another 19  before moving to Stuart, Fla. in 2008. She was a graduate of Clifton High School and Kings County Hospital School of Nursing in Brooklyn, N.Y. Close was predeceased by her husband Kenneth Alan Close; her parents William & Gertrude VanKirk; two brothers, John and Harry and sister Erica DeGhetto. She is Survived by her daughter Erica Salle and her husband Louis of Ringwood; son Kenneth Close and his wife Soraia of Orla…

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Edward Albano, 86, Fort Lee Resident Edward Albano, 86, Fort Lee Resident
Edward Albano, 86, Fort Lee Resident FORT LEE, N.J. -- Fort Lee resident Edward Alban passed away on Nov.6. He was 86. Born in Brooklyn, NY Albano was a Corporal in the Army during the Korean War earning two Bronze Stars. He went on to become a teacher for the Jersey City Board of Education at the Anthony J. Infante School.  Albano was the husband of the late Lucretia "Lou" (Arnone).  He is survived by his sons Edward Albano and his wife Maria Teresa and Mark Albano; grandchildren of Amanda, David, Adriana and Andrea.  The funeral will be held at St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday. For cond…

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Edward F. Callan, Jr., 82, Fair Lawn Resident Edward F. Callan, Jr., 82, Fair Lawn Resident
Edward F. Callan, Jr., 82, Fair Lawn Resident FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- Edward F. Callan, Jr. of Fair Lawn passed away on Sunday, Nov.8. He was 82.  Born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., Callan resided in Fair Lawn for over 50 years. He was a parishioner of St. Anne Roman Catholic Church in Fair Lawn.  Prior to retiring, Mr. Callan was a pressman with the New York Pressman’s Union. Callan enjoyed boating, sailing, gardening and golfing in his spare time. Callan was predeceased by his wife Mary (Burger) Callan; sister, Muriel Anderson and son, Edward Callan, III.  He is survived by children Caroline Petruccello and Tony, Laura Jean Buresch and…

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Herbert W. Blanchfield, 69, Former Mahwah Resident Herbert W. Blanchfield, 69, Former Mahwah Resident
Herbert W. Blanchfield, 69, Former Mahwah Resident RINGWOOD, N.J. -- Herbert W. Blanchfield passed away on Nov. 6. He was 69.  Born in Paterson, Blanchfield lived in Mahwah before moving to Ringwood 25 years ago. He graduated from Rutgers University with a Master’s Degree in Business and studied at the University of Madrid. Blanchfield was the son of the late Herbert and Virginia Blanchfield and the brother of Michael Blanchfield and his wife Carol of Franklin Lakes and the late Dennis Blachfield.  Blanchfield is also survived by his nieces Theodora Blanchfield, Karen White and Elizabeth King as well as several grand-nieces and grand-nephe…

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Events
Pre-Thanksgiving Teen Events Planned At Ramsey Public Library Pre-Thanksgiving Teen Events Planned At Ramsey Public Library
Pre-Thanksgiving Teen Events Planned At Ramsey Public Library RAMSEY, N.J. -- The Ramsey Free Public Library will host a series of events geared toward teens in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving.  On Thursday, the library will host a screening of "The Hunger Games: MockingJay Part 1" at 3:30 p.m. The library screening comes just one week before the theatrical release of the fourth and final installment in the Hunger Games movie series.  The Book Talk book club for sixth- and seventh-graders will discuss "Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief" at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 19. Two tickets to the Ramsey Theatre will be raffled off.  Teens in grades…

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Local Elections Top Last Week's News In Dutchess County Local Elections Top Last Week's News In Dutchess County
Local Elections Top Last Week's News In Dutchess County DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at the top news last week from around Dutchess County.  Republican incumbent Marc Molinaro secured 63 percent of the vote to be re-elected as County Executive.  Mount Kisco Medical Group (MKMG) will change its name to CareMount Medical in February. Mike Polasek, the chef/owner behind Simply Gourmet, Bluestone Bistro, and Hyde Park's Uncle Sam's Canteen is making a name for himself right where he grew up.  Christina Ryba defeated Norman Massry for the 3rd Judicial District of the state Supreme Court, which covers Dutchess County. Suzanna Hermans, co-own…

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County Executive Day's Look Ahead, Elections Top Week's News In Rockland County Executive Day's Look Ahead, Elections Top Week's News In Rockland
County Executive Day's Look Ahead, Elections Top Week's News In Rockland ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Rockland County. Rockland County Executive Ed Day has spent two years in office trying to get the county's financial affairs in order.  The new makeup of the Rockland Legislature is now 10-7, in favor of the Democrats. Louis Falco also retained his post as County Sheriff In a surprise upset, Republican Councilman George Hoehmann unseated long-term Democratic incumbent Clarkstown Supervisor Alex Gromack. A Rockland County man allegedly punched a Mahwah service station manager, then was grabbed by police as he tried…

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Events
Glen Rock To Honor Veterans Through Poetry Glen Rock To Honor Veterans Through Poetry
Glen Rock To Honor Veterans Through Poetry GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- The Glen Rock Public Library will present a tribute to veterans by local poets on Monday, Nov. 9. The 7 p.m. event features poets Charles Thomas of Woodcliff Lake, Laurie Summer and Janet A. Ulrich of Waldwick, Mary Walsh of Hackensack and many others. The event is for all ages and no registration is required. The Glen Rock Library is located at 315 Rock Rd. 

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Oakland Police, Fire, EMS Vehicles Revving For Truck Day Oakland Police, Fire, EMS Vehicles Revving For Truck Day
Oakland Police, Fire, EMS Vehicles Revving For Truck Day OAKLAND, N.J. -- The Oakland Public Library will host Truck Day on Saturday, Nov. 14. Trucks from the Oakland fire, police and public works departments, the first and squad and more will be on display in the parking lot from from 1 to 3 p.m.  No registration is required.  The event will be held rain or shine and is suitable for children of all ages.  The Oakland Public Library is located at 2 Municipal Plaza.  MORE INFO: (201) 337-3742 

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South Hackensack DPW Seeks Seasonal Laborers South Hackensack DPW Seeks Seasonal Laborers
South Hackensack DPW Seeks Seasonal Laborers SOUTH HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The South Hackensack Department of Public Works is looking for seasonal laborers to work part-time through the fall and winter months.Laborers will assist with weekly leaf pick up and snow plowing and removal. Workers must be available to work days, evenings and weekends during inclement weather. Qualified candidates must be a minimum of (18) years of age with a Valid NJ driver’s license. Interested candidates should visit the Township Clerk’s Office, located at 227 Phillips Ave. to pick up an application.  For information, call (201) 440-1815 X 104. 

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