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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.

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Neighbors
East Rutherford Library Donates To Cliffside Park Animal Rescue East Rutherford Library Donates To Cliffside Park Animal Rescue
East Rutherford Library Donates To Cliffside Park Animal Rescue EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The East Rutherford Memorial Library Director Christine Hartigan and Children’s Librarian Maria Russo delivered a variety of donated toys, dog and cat supplies to the Bergen County Protection and Rescue Foundation, a no-kill shelter in Cliffside Park recently.  The donation drive was sponsored by a month long program at the library entitled: “Pet Food for Fines”.  Patrons were given up to $5 off their library fines if they donated dog or cat food supplies. The donated braided dog toys were made by children and families during the library’s February “Random Act of Ki…

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Business
Shelton Video Store Holds On As Entertainment Goes Digital Shelton Video Store Holds On As Entertainment Goes Digital
Shelton Video Store Holds On As Entertainment Goes Digital SHELTON, Conn. -- The idea of a video rental store may seem as antiquated as the fax machine or the car phone, but Shelton's Video 7 has managed to keep its doors open when larger national chains like Blockbuster have fallen by the wayside, according to the Shelton Herald. Bob Achille has owned Video 7 for more than 30 years. His workforce is smaller and the customer base has dwindled thanks to more convenient options like Red Box and NetFlix, but Achille says for some the ability to connect with a person and the nostalgic, "retro" feel his store offers helps maintain a loyal custom…

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News
Weigh In On Paterson Great Falls Plan Weigh In On Paterson Great Falls Plan
Weigh In On Paterson Great Falls Plan PATERSON, N.J. -- Paterson is asking residents to provide thoughts and feedback on the 20-year vision plan for Great Falls National Historical Park. Those that would like to weigh in can view the plan via eight posters by clicking here.  After viewing the posters, residents are asked to answer three questions and provide feedback here.  Click here for more information on the 20-year vision plan.  The deadline to comment is Sunday, March 6.

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Events
Teaneck Library Features Local Artist In Exhibit Teaneck Library Features Local Artist In Exhibit
Teaneck Library Features Local Artist In Exhibit TEANECK, N.J. -- Teaneck artist Sandy Loft will have selections of her watercolor work shown at an exhibit at the library throughout March. Loft is former teacher of 30 years who found her passion in watercolor painting.  "Painting has become such a positive experience in my life. One can start anew at any age and see the world through different eyes," Loft said in a statement. "Whenever I look at a sunset or beautiful sky or shadows on the ground or turbulence of the ocean, I see them with a new appreciation and think, 'Perhaps I can paint that." The Teaneck Library is …

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Events
Rutherford Williams Center Organizes Comic Con Rutherford Williams Center Organizes Comic Con
Rutherford Williams Center Organizes Comic Con RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The Willliams Center in Rutherford will host a mini Comic Con on Saturday, March 19. Guests include: Will Torres and William Olmo, Mike Sellers, Justin Sullivan, members of Inside Joke Films, Jon Braylock, Dan Crossley and more.  Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online.  Comic Con will run from noon to 9 p.m.  The Williams Center is located at 1 Williams Plaza.

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News
Pompton Lakes Rhino Theatre Expands Pompton Lakes Rhino Theatre Expands
Pompton Lakes Rhino Theatre Expands POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- Rhino Theatre in Pompton Lakes is opening a second location in town in May. The Rhino Studio 237 will feature a 90-seat black box performance space along with three rehearsal spaces and two rooms for private lessons.  The new space will feature plays, musicals, open mic nights, screenings of classic films and more.  More details on the grand opening celebration in May will be posted on the Rhino Theatre website as they become available. 

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Schools
Demarest Students Compete At State Career Development Conference Demarest Students Compete At State Career Development Conference
Demarest Students Compete At State Career Development Conference DEMAREST, N.J. -- Nine students from Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest competed in the State Career Development Conference in February. Three students placed high enough in state competition to qualify for the finals round and received a medal for their outstanding achievement: Veer Shah, Sean Costa, and Roey Rozen. Each student also received trophies for the highest score in the written events or role-plays. To qualify for competition, students had to place in the top of their category at the regional competition, held on January 6, 2016 at Ramapo College.

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Politics
26-Year-Old Republican From Cresskill To Run For Bergen County Sherriff 26-Year-Old Republican From Cresskill To Run For Bergen County Sherriff
26-Year-Old Republican From Cresskill To Run For Bergen County Sherriff CRESSKILL, N.J. -- A veteran law enforcement official from Cresskill has filed to run for Bergen County Sheriff as a republican, according to NorthJersey.com. Manuel Alfonso, 47, will be the only Republican candidate running against incumbent Michael Saudino. He currently serves as the chief investigator for the New Jersey Department of Corrections, NorthJersey.com reported.  Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article. 

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Business
Century 21 Department Store To Open In American Dream Meadowlands Century 21 Department Store To Open In American Dream Meadowlands
Century 21 Department Store To Open In American Dream Meadowlands EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Department Store Century 21 announced it will open a location at American Dream in East Rutherford when the facility opens. Century 21 said the location will be nearly 60,000 square feet and will offer men's, women's and children's apparel, footwear, outerwear, lingerie, accessories, cosmetics and home goods. “The decision to come to American Dream was easy, a true destination in the New York Metropolitan Market. As part of our company’s thriving expansion strategy on the East Coast, this opportunity is something we are very excited about," Raymond Gindi, co-CEO…

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Schools
Wayne Valley Students Build New Desk For School Wayne Valley Students Build New Desk For School
Wayne Valley Students Build New Desk For School WAYNE, N.J. -- Students from Wayne Valley's wood shop class created a desk to sit at the entrance of the school. Wayne Valley principal Kenneth Palczewski "commissioned" the work that now greets all visitors. Students designed and created the desk that features the school's logo. 

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