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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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Weather
Suddenly Summery Temps Move Into Putnam County Suddenly Summery Temps Move Into Putnam County
Suddenly Summery Temps Move Into Putnam County Sunny skies and a sudden spike in temperatures will give residents in the Hudson Valley a taste of summer just in time for the holiday weekend.  Temperatures will reach into the high 80s on Wednesday with abundant sunshine. Expect more sunshine and temperatures in the 80s on Thursday and Friday as well. Sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s will continue through Saturday and Sunday. Showers could move through the area on Memorial Day with highs in the mid-70s. Chance of rain is 30 percent.

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Weather
Air Quality Alert In Effect As Suddenly Summery Temps Hit Armonk Air Quality Alert In Effect As Suddenly Summery Temps Hit Armonk
Air Quality Alert In Effect As Suddenly Summery Temps Hit Armonk The National Weather Service has issued an air quality alert for Westchester and Rockland counties as the region gets its first real taste of summer this week.  Elevated ozone levels on Wednesday could make strenuous outdoor activity dangerous for those with respiratory ailments or heart disease. The alert will be in effect until 11 p.m.  Temperatures will reach into the high 80s on Wednesday with abundant sunshine.  Expect more sunshine and temperatures in the 80s on Thursday and Friday as well.  Sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s will continue through Saturday and Sunday.  Showers…

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Business
CEO Jerry Klein Leads Mahopac Bank Through Growth Spurt CEO Jerry Klein Leads Mahopac Bank Through Growth Spurt
CEO Jerry Klein Leads Mahopac Bank Through Growth Spurt MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Mahopac Bank was a solid and successful institution when he took over as CEO in 1995, and over his 22 years, he's guided the bank through a merger and now continues to mind the helm as it grows in stature and profitability.  Despite the changes and growth over the 22 years, Klein thinks the strength of the bank still lies in its ties to the community. "We're in a very simple business," Klein said. "We take local deposits and we lend those monies right back out into the communities we serve."  The bank merged with Tompkins Financial, a publicly traded co…

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Weather
Fairfield To See Showers And Warm Weather This Week Fairfield To See Showers And Warm Weather This Week
Fairfield To See Showers And Warm Weather This Week FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Fairfield County will see a quick shot of showers and possible thunderstorms on Monday afternoon, but summer skies and warm temperatures should dominate the rest of the week. Showers should move through the area on Monday between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Chance of rain is 40 percent with highs around 73 degrees.  Showers could linger on Tuesday morning with a high of 67. Sun will return on Wednesday and should stick around through Friday with highs around 80 degrees.  Expect sunny skies and temperatures in the high 70s over the holiday weekend. 

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Sports
Ridgefield Park Soccer Association Seeks Donations Ridgefield Park Soccer Association Seeks Donations
Ridgefield Park Soccer Association Seeks Donations RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. -- The Ridgefield Park Soccer Association is seeking donations from residents to help fund the program.The RPSA was formed in 1984 with the goal of introducing children to the game of soccer in a fun, learning environment. The Association strives at teaching the game of soccer stressing teamwork, good sportsmanship and fair play. Donated funds help to offset the cost of  programs and keeps them affordable for parents The RPSA is looking to raise $5,000 via a GoFundMe account.  Click here to donate to the RPSA.

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Events
Garfield Restaurant Organizes Bus Trip To See City Fighter Garfield Restaurant Organizes Bus Trip To See City Fighter
Garfield Restaurant Organizes Bus Trip To See City Fighter GARFIELD, N.J. -- The Firehouse Restaurant is organizing a bus trip to Atlantic City to support Garfield resident  Frank Buenafuente as he fights for the Ring of Combat MMA featherweight title on Friday, June 3.  Tickest are $80 and include the bus trip and a ticket to the fight. Guests can bring their own beer on the bus as well.  The bus leaves the Firehouse Restaurant, located at 42 Plauderville Ave., at 5 p.m.  Call Nick Milevski at 973-652-5110 for information and reservations.

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News
Montvale Mercedes Properties Analyzed For Possible Redevelopment Montvale Mercedes Properties Analyzed For Possible Redevelopment
Montvale Mercedes Properties Analyzed For Possible Redevelopment MONTVALE, N.J. -- The Montvale Planning Board is looking into the Mercedes Properties to see if the plot is in need of redevelopment, according to NorthJersey.com.  Mercedes-Benz has vacated one of the three large buildings as it moves its headquarters to Georgia. The other two buildings will soon be vacated as well. Without any pending commercial prospects to fill the space, the board wants to inspect the area, NorthJersey.com reported.  Click here to read the NorthJersey.com article. 

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Lifestyle
Wayne Organization Seeks 2016 Hall Of Fame Nominations Wayne Organization Seeks 2016 Hall Of Fame Nominations
Wayne Organization Seeks 2016 Hall Of Fame Nominations WAYNE, N.J. -- The Greater Wayne Area Branch (GWA) of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is  looking for nominees for the Girls Hall of Fame. The purpose of the Girls Hall of Fame is to recognize and cultivate girl leaders by seeking out and awarding individuals for notable evidence of leadership, service and legacy. Qualified nominees will be expected to have permission from a parent or guardian to respond to a request for project related information and to attend the induction ceremony if they are selected for induction.  Nominators should fill in the Girls Hall of Fame N…

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Events
Meet Medium Kim Russo At Northvale Book Shop Meet Medium Kim Russo At Northvale Book Shop
Meet Medium Kim Russo At Northvale Book Shop NORTHVALE, N.J. -- Television star and medium Kim Russon will be at Books and Greeting on Wednesday, May 25. Russo hosts Lifetime's "The Haunting of..." She will tell here story as well as some details about her celebrity readings.  Russo will also teach attendees how to harness his or her own energy to access the world beyond.  Russo's discussion will begin at 7 p.m.  Books and Greeting is located at 271G Livingtson St.

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Politics
Edgewater Officials Change Polling Places Edgewater Officials Change Polling Places
Edgewater Officials Change Polling Places EDGEWATER, N.J. -- Residents in Edgewater's voting Districts One and Twoare reminded  of a change in voting location. Voters will now vote and the Edgewater Fire Headquarters, located at 838 River Rd. for all elections moving forward, including the primary election on Tuesday, June 7.   Contact the Edgewater Borough Clerk at 201-943-1700 ext. 3137 for more information.

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