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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

Lt. Richard Cochran Retires From Greenwich Police Department GREENWICH, Conn. -- Lt. Richard S. Cochran announed his retirement from the Greenwich police force after 35 years of service.Cochran, a Dr. John A. Clarke Award winner, was sworn in as Greenwich Police Officer in 1981 and graduated from the 161st Connecticut Municipal Police Training Council’s Basic Police Academy. Cochran was promoted through the ranks and held positions within several of the department’s specialty units to include the Special Response Team (SRU), K-9 Officer, Police Instructor and Honor Guard. He has received numerous departmental commendations for excellent police work …

by Joe Jenkins

07/09/2016

Events

Pompton Lakes Elks Gear Up For Annual Car Show POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- The Pompton Lakes Elks Club will host their 13th annual car show on Sunday, July 17. Trophies and plaques will be given out as well as dash plaques to the first 100 cars. A 50-50 raffle will be available along with door prizes. Early registration is $17, or $20 on the day of the show. Call 973-835-1895 for more information. The show will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Pompton Lakes Elks Club is located at 1 Perrin Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

07/09/2016

Schools

Millbrook, Arlington Students Compete In National STAR Event Competition DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. --Students from Millbrook and Arlington school districts participated in a national leadership conference and Students Taking Action with Recognition event in San Diego on Friday July 8 and took home several awards. From Millbrook, Abigail DeMan took home a silver metal in the Recycle ; Redesign event; Alice Pandaleon and Lucas Pfeifer earned silver metals in the Career Investigation event, and the Millbrook culinary arts team comprised of Miles Robb and Itzel Cabrera earned a bronze metal ranking. Arlington Central School District student, student Emily Esack represen…

by Joe Jenkins

07/09/2016

Lifestyle

Happy Birthday To New Rochelle's Richard Roundtree NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Happy birthday to New Rochelle native Richard Rountree!Roundtree, who is best known for his portrayal of Detective John Shaft in the 1971 movie "Shaft," turns 74 on Saturday, July 9. Roundtree attended New Rochelle High School where he played on an undefeated and nationally ranked football team. He went on to star in sequels to "Shaft" including: Shaft's Big Score (1972) and Shaft in Africa (1973). He also played slave Sam Bennett in the 1977 television series Roots. Roundtree was diagnosed with male breast cancer in 1993 and underwent a double m…

by Joe Jenkins

07/09/2016

Police & Fire

Ridgefield Police Offer To Help Install Car Seats RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- The Ridgefield Police Department is holding a car seat clinic in the Prospector Theater parking lot on Wednesday, July 13. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on hand to inspect and assist with the installation of childe passenger restraint systems. No appointments necessary. The clinic will run from 8 a.m. to noon. Prospector Theater is located at 25 Prospect St.

by Joe Jenkins

07/08/2016

Weather

Temps Heat Up With More Thunderstorms On Horizon In Bridgeport FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Mostly sunny skies and hot temperatures will give way to clouds and potentially strong thunderstorms in Fairfield County on Friday.Expect high temperatures to be in the mid 80s with clouds rolling in during the afternoon. Storms after 4 p.m. could produce small hail. Chance of rain is 30 percent. Showers and thunderstorms could linger into Saturday with high temperatures in the 70s. Chance of rain is 60 percent. Partly sunny skies will return on Sunday with a slight chance of showers earlier in the day. High temperatures will be around 81.

by Joe Jenkins

07/08/2016

News

Indian Point Unit 2 Returns To Service BUCHANAN, N.Y. -- Operaters flipped the switch and returned Indian Point's unit two reactor to active service on Thursday afternoon.The unit two reactor shut down automatically on Wednesday while technicians tested electrical systems. Indian Point’s other operating unit, Unit 3, has been online providing electricity continuously for 204 days.

by Joe Jenkins

07/07/2016

Events

Ramsey Schools Hold Two-Day Google Boot Camp RAMSEY, N.J. -- Ramsey High School will host a two-day Google Summit starting on Wednesday, July 13. The seminar will focus on providing educators with the skills and knowledge to leverage the power of Google for Education in the classroom and district. Sessions are aligned to state standards, as well as "best practices" in the classroom. Tracks for teachers, school administrators and school IT managers will be offered. Each participant will leave the summit with useful ideas and tools that they can implement within their school and/or district. Includes continental breakfast and…

by Joe Jenkins

07/07/2016

Weather

Red Cross Provides Tips To Beat Heat With some of the warmest temperatures of the summer bearing down on the Northeast, the Red Cross is offering tips to keep residents cool and safe. Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol. Avoid extreme temperature changes. Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays. Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day. Postpone outdoor games and activities. Use…

by Joe Jenkins

07/06/2016

News

Gretchen Carlson Files Sexual Harassment Suit Against Fox News' Roger Ailes This story has been updated. Former anchor Gretchen Carlson has filed suit against her former boss, Fox News CEO and Garrison resident Roger Ailes, alleging sexual harassment. The lawsuit was filed in Superior Court of New Jersey where Ailes also maintains a home and alleges that Ailes made sexually explicit comments to Carlson, including innuendos, remarks about her body and demands for sex to improve her job standing, Politico.com reported. Ailes was the founding CEO of Fox News in 1996. He was also the a media consultant for Republican presidents Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, and George…

by Joe Jenkins

07/06/2016

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