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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Man Faces Drug Charges Following Newburgh Traffic Stop Man Faces Drug Charges Following Newburgh Traffic Stop
Man Faces Drug Charges Following Newburgh Traffic Stop NEWBURGH, N.Y. – A Brooklyn man is facing drug charges after State Police found the illegal stimulant KHAT in his vehicle during a traffic stop in Newburgh, authorities said.  Troopers pulled Kaid M. Addailam, 30, over on Interstate 87 on Wednesday night just after 9 p.m. for a moving violation. A subsequent search turned up roughly 77 grams of KHAT or  cathinone, state police said.  Addailam was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and was taken to Orange County Jail in lieu of $10,000 bail. Addailam is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 19. 
Orange County Law Makers Unanimously Approve $752 Million Budget Orange County Law Makers Unanimously Approve $752 Million Budget
Orange County Law Makers Unanimously Approve $752 Million Budget ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. – The Orange County Legislature unanimously approved a $752 million spending plan on Friday.  Under the 2018 budget, homeowners can expect property taxes to drop for the second consecutive year. The County will also have a fund balance of $43.7 million. “I applaud the County Legislature for approving my proposed budget unanimously,” County Executive Steven Neuhaus said. “Over the past four years, my administration has worked successfully to stabilize County finances. I look forward to working with the Legislature to help grow Orange County’s economy and budget in a respo…
Walden Man Charged With Stealing Car From Impound Yard Walden Man Charged With Stealing Car From Impound Yard
Walden Man Charged With Stealing Car From Impound Yard WALDEN, N.Y. – A Walden man is facing burglary charges after stealing a car from an impound yard in New Windsor, authorities said.  Steven M. Brisee allegedly took a 2011 Nissan Altima from the impound yard at P and P Auto. He was charged with third-degree burglary, State Police said.  Brisee was arraigned in the Town of New Windsor Court and remanded to the Orange County Jail on $2000 cash bail.
Man Lights Himself On Fire At Newburgh Gas Station; In Critical Condition Man Lights Himself On Fire At Newburgh Gas Station; In Critical Condition
Man Lights Himself On Fire At Newburgh Gas Station; In Critical Condition NEWBURGH, N.Y. – An unidentified man is in critical condition after he lit himself on fire at a Newburgh gas station on Sunday, authorities said.  The man, who is said to be in his 30s, purchased gasoline from the Shell gas station on Broadway, then poured over himself and lit himself on fire just before 4 a.m. on Sunday. Bystanders attempted to douse the flames with snow, Newburgh police said.  The City of Newburgh Fire Department and Mobile Life support services responded to the scene. The man was taken to St. Luke’s hospital before being transported to Westchester Medical where he is lis…
Orange, Rockland County Drivers Charged With DWI Friday Morning Orange, Rockland County Drivers Charged With DWI Friday Morning
Orange, Rockland County Drivers Charged With DWI Friday Morning ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. – State Police charged four different drivers with driving while intoxicated in four separate incidents early Friday morning. Jacqueline Jones, 46, of Chester was charged with DWI after being pulled over for a traffic violation on Route 32 in Woodbury, police said. Arun Raja, 28, of Warwick is facing the same charge after being pulled over on Route 17M in Wawayanda, police said. State Police charged Brenden Lewis, 23, of Scotchtown after pulling him over for a traffic violation on Route 299 in New Paltz. Deria Gore, 26, of Garnerville was charged with DWI after being pul…
Wallkill Police Search For Man Who Stole Salvation Army Bucket Wallkill Police Search For Man Who Stole Salvation Army Bucket
Wallkill Police Search For Man Who Stole Salvation Army Bucket WALLKILL, N.Y. – Wallkill officials are searching for a man who reportedly stole the Salvation Army donation bucket in front of ShopRite on Saturday.  Police Officer John Zonneveld responded to a larceny call at the grocery store on Lloyds Lane just after 6 p.m. The Salvation Army volunteer told Zonneveld he watched a male remove the bucket and flee toward route 211, Wallkill Police said.  The suspect is described as a male white, approximately 6’ tall, heavy set, wearing a gray hood and mask. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Town of Wallkill Police Department at 845-692-675…
Head-On Crash On 17K In Montgomery Kills One Head-On Crash On 17K In Montgomery Kills One
Head-On Crash On 17K In Montgomery Kills One MONTGOMERY, N.Y. – One person was killed in a head-on collision on Route 17K in Montgomery Tuesday morning, according to the Times Herald-Record.  The accident took place around 8:30 a.m. and kept the road closed in both directions for several hours, the Record said.  Authorities did not identify the victim, the Record reported.  Click here to read the Times Herald-Record article. 
Sex Offender Charged With Failing To Report Address Change In Middletown Sex Offender Charged With Failing To Report Address Change In Middletown
Sex Offender Charged With Failing To Report Address Change In Middletown MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. – State Police charged a sex offender with failing to report a change of address in Middletown last month, officials said.  Richard Kiefer, 31, is currently classified as a Level 1 sex offender as a result of a previous conviction. He was charged with felony failure to register and verify, state police said.  New York State's Sex Offender Registry Act requires all sex offenders to make proper notifications to the State within ten days of an address change.  Kiefer was taken to Orange County Jail in lieu of $10,000 cash bail or $25,000 bond.
Police Seize Nearly 3 Pounds Of Cocaine Near Orange County Border Police Seize Nearly 3 Pounds Of Cocaine Near Orange County Border
Police Seize Nearly 3 Pounds Of Cocaine Near Orange County Border A routine traffic stop early Sunday morning on Interstate 87 near the Orange County border turned into a substantial drug bust when nearly three pounds of cocaine were found in the car, according to New York State Police.  Troopers pulled the vehicle driven by Ricardo E. Almenteros, 19 of Rochester, over for an equipment violation in the Town of Plattekill, state police said.  A probable cause search of the vehicle and two other passengers, Ricardo Almenteros, 52, and Edward A. Pearce, 24, both of Rochester, turned up nearly 2.8 pounds of cocaine, troopers said.  All three were charged wit…
Kiryas Joel Drops 6-Year-Old Lawsuit Against Woodbury Kiryas Joel Drops 6-Year-Old Lawsuit Against Woodbury
Kiryas Joel Drops 6-Year-Old Lawsuit Against Woodbury KIRYAS JOEL, N.Y. – The village of Kiryas Joel officially dropped its 6-year-old lawsuit for "exclusionary planning" in Woodbury on Thursday, according to Assemblyman James Skoufis.  “This is a major win for Woodbury residents,” Skoufis said. “Our zoning is now protected, the character of our community is maintained, and taxpayer dollars are saved from continued legal expenses.” In addition to the lawsuit’s withdrawal, Skoufis secured commitments to create a buffer between the towns of Palm Tree and Blooming Grove, establish a new route for the Long Path, and push any legislation …
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