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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

News

Glen Rock Painting Fundraiser Supports Dog Park GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- Painting With a Twist in Glen Rock will host a fundraiser to support the Glen Rock Dog Park on Tuesday, March 1. The event costs $45 and will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Call 201-957-0824 to register. Painting With a Twist is located at 200 Rock Rd.

by Joe Jenkins

02/28/2016

Politics

Teaneck Considers More Bids For Emergency Sirens TEANECK, N.J. -- Teaneck officials may seek additional bids for an emergency siren system, according to NorthJersey.com. Only one company bid within the township's proposed budget of $300,000. Some involved in the process said they felt the process moved too quickly and that the process should be reopened to receive more bids, NorthJersey.com reported. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Schools

Wood-Ridge School District Organizes Food Drive WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. -- The Wood-Ridge School District will hold a food drive at all three schools on Monday, Feb. 29. Students and residents are invited to donate canned goods that will benefit the Center for Food Action. The three schools are located at: High School: 258 Hackensack St. Wood-Ridge Intermediate: 151 1st St. Catherine E. Doyle Elementary: 250 Wood-Ridge Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Neighbors

Tricentennial Committee Plans Saddle Brook Anniversary SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The township of Saddle Brook will continue to celebrate its tricentennial with a seires of events throughout March and April. Bergen County Clerk John Hogan will present historical documents at the Township Council Meeting on March 3 at 7 p.m. The pancake breakfast will be held on March 19 at the Dynasty Buffet, located at 383 Market Street, from 9 a.m. to 11a.m. Tickets are on sale for $5/person. The Saddle Brook Tricentennial Dedication Service will be held at the First Reformed Church of Saddle Brook on Saturday, April 2 at 3 p.m. There will be presentations,…

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Schools

Westwood Students Chosen For Honors Regional Band, Choir WESTWOOD, N.J. -- Eight students from Westwood Schools were named to the North Jersey Region 1 Junior High Honors Choir and Band. All six of the district’s singers who auditioned were accepted to the choirs. Ereka Lin, Megan Karow, and Gabriella Dunay will be performing with the Treble Choir, while Nicole Losquadro, Vanessa Pecora, and Taylor Andresen will be performing with the Mixed Choir. On the instrumental side, Peter Mitelman and Kaavya Muthuraman were accepted to the Region 1 Junior High Honors Band. The band concert will be on March 6 at 3 p.m. at Northern Valley Old Tappan High Sch…

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Schools

New Milford Schools Invest In Automated Visitor Checking System NEW MILFORD, N.J. -- The New Milford School District has invested in an automated visitor check in system, which was be implemented in each of the school buildings in January. The system is built on the idea that every school should be a safe place to learn, play, and work. With the new system in place, the district is implementing a new set of protocols for visitors at all buildings: All visitors must present an official photo ID. A driver's license or other state identity card issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent), passport or alien registration card. Visitor IDs will …

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Events

Leonia Library Organizes Adult Sewing Class LEONIA, N.J. -- The Leonia Public Library will host an adult sewing workshop starting on March 3.Attendees will have the chance to make a grab bag. Classes will be held on either March 3 and March 10, or March 17 and March 24. Registration is required and guests can only register for one set of classes. Call 201-592-5770 or email shinae.hyun@leonia.bccls.org to sign up. The Leonia Public Library is located at 227 Fort Lee Rd.

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Events

Lyndhurst Library Book Club Returns LYNDHURST, N.J. -- The Next Lyndhurst Library book club meeting will be held on Monday, March 14. The group will discuss "Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited. Contact the Library at 201-804-2478 ext. 7 to obtain a copy of the book or to register. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. The Lyndhurst Library is located at 355 Valley Brook Ave.

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

News

Bergenfield Leaky Sewers 'Out Of Control' BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Water infiltrating pipes underneath the roads in Bergenfield is becoming a problem and is likely costing the borough money, according to NorthJersey.com. The borough paid the utilities authority $2,527,428 in 2014 for treatment services, an increase of $80,000 from 2013, NorthJersey.com said. The largest reason for the problem is an infrastructure that dates back to the 1920s that is cracking and struggles to keep up with demand brought forth by a larger population. Other areas struggle due to a much higher water table, NorthJersey.com reported. Click here to read the…

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

Sports

Yanveh Academy Opens Gym For Paramus Recreation Department PARAMUS, N.J. -- Yavneh Academy in Paramus is allowing the borough to use its gymnasium on Saturdays, according to NorthJersey.com. School officials said the use of the gym is a "thank you" for helping the school co-exist in the community, NorthJersey.com reported. The Paramus Boys Senior Basketball League is currently using the facility, NorthJersey.com said. Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article.

by Joe Jenkins

02/27/2016

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