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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

Schools

Grand Jury Report Blasts City Of Newburgh's Fiscal Practices ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. – An Orange County grand jury report is lambasting the city of Newburgh for its money-handling practices, according to District Attorney David Hoovler. The grand jury’s investigation, which was initiated by Hoovler, followed an investigation that ultimately led to the prosecution of then-City Comptroller John Aber, who pleaded guilty to grand larceny, for stealing $9,570 in city funds. The grand jury found a lack of oversight built into the structure of the city of Newburgh government, specifically in its comptroller’s office, the District Attorney said in a report issue…

11/01/2017

News

Police Continue To Search For James I. O'Neill HS Vandal HIGHLAND FALLS, N.Y. – Town of Highlands Police are still searching for a suspect who vandalized James I. O'Neill High School last week, according to the Times Herald-Record. The suspect did not gain access to the school, but spray painted dollar signs on a wall and damaged the tires on two fleet trucks and a tractor, the Record said. Anyone with information is asked to call 845-446-6800. Click here to read the Times Herald-Record article.

11/01/2017

News

New Windsor Man Fit To Stand Trial For Murder, Judge Says NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. – A New Windsor man was ruled fit to stand trial for the murder of a Highland Falls man on Tuesday, according to the Times Herald-Record. Andrew Goodenough, 43, was indicted on manslaughter and murder charges for the slaying of Michael Kohus. Prosecutors allege Goodenough walked up to Kohus in the Vails Gate ShopRite and stabbed him in the neck in June of last year, the Record said. Goodenough, however, has been diagnosed with several mental health issues including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression. Despite the diagnoses over the years, Judge Craig Brown rul…

11/01/2017

News

Orange County Law Enforcement Unions Agree To New Contracts ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. - Two key law enforcement unions agreed to new contracts with Orange County officials through 2022 on Wednesday, according to County Executive Steven Neuhaus. The Orange County Corrections Officers Benevolent Association (COBA) and the Superior Officers Association (SOA) will both begin their new contracts on Jan. 1, 2018. Both unions have existing contracts set to expire on Dec. 31 this year. “These are fair and equitable contracts for County Government and for the employees of the Sheriff’s Office who do terrific work every day to make our County safe,” Neuhaus said. …

11/01/2017

Police & Fire

Newburgh Enforces 9 p.m. Curfew This Halloween NEWBURGH, N.Y. – Residents of the City of Newburgh are reminded of a curfew put in place for all minors 16 years of age and under. The City's curfew will remain in effect from 9 p.m. on Halloween until 6 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Anyone 16-years-old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian, engaged in employment, or involved in an emergency.

10/31/2017

News

Goshen Farm Owner Indicted On Animal Cruelty Charges GOSHEN, N.Y. – The owner of a Goshen farm was indicted on 10 counts of animal cruelty by a grand jury on Tuesday, according to the Times Herald-Record. Jeanne Ryan, 51, was arrested after SPCA investigators found nine dead horses and a 10th that was near death from starvation. On top of the animal cruelty charges, Ryan is also facing 10 misdemeanor counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals, the Record reported. Ryan is free pending arraignment, the Record said. Click here to read the Times Herald-Record article.

10/31/2017

News

Orange County Officials Kick Off Annual Toys For Tots Drive ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. – Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus, District Attorney David Hoovler and County Clerk Annie Rabbitt helped kick off WTBQ Radio’s second annual Toys for Military Tots Drive on Monday. Neuhaus helped develop the toy drive with WTBQ last year, relating the stories of military children whose parent(s) are deployed, are in the reserves or have been injured or disabled while serving. Toys collected during the event were donated to Amy Weyhrauch from West Point’s Holiday Shares and to representatives of the Children of Disabled American Vets. “I’m proud to participate i…

10/31/2017

News

Warwick Teen Faces Hate Crime Charge For Anti-Semitic Graffiti At Cemetery WARWICK, N.Y. – A Warwick teenager was indicted by a grand jury on charges of committing a hate crime in connection to swastikas that were spray painted at the Beth Shalom Cemetery last year, according to District Attorney David Hoovler. The indictment alleges that Eric Carbanaro, 18, helped spray paint images of swastikas, the words “Heil Hitler” and Nazi “SS” symbols on the walls and headstones in the cemetery on the morning of Oct. 9, 2016. The indictment also claims Carbanaro acted along with two others to destroy evidence of the crime by deleting images and other information from their…

10/30/2017

Neighbors

Headless Horseman Visits Warwick In Time For Halloween WARWICK, N.Y. – If you happen to be out and about in Warwick, keep your eyes peeled. The Headless Horseman has been seen riding around town. Corinthian Equestrian Center’s Lee Dillon and her Freisian Sport Horse, Eagle surprised the town on Saturday. Check out the quick clip here.

10/30/2017

Police & Fire

Police Investigating Armed Robbery At Town Of Newburgh Pharmacy NEWBURGH, N.Y. – Town of Newburgh Police are searching for an armed suspect who robbed a pharmacy on North Plank Road on Sunday, according to the Times Herald-Record. The incident took place just after 10:30 a.m. at the Medical Arts Pharmacy. The suspect came in with a gun demanding money and medication. He had his face covered and was wearing dark clothing, the Record reported. Anyone with information is asked to call the Town of Newburgh Police at 845-564-1100. Click here to read the Times Herald-Record article.

10/30/2017

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