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Jeanne Muchnick, Daily Voice Deputy Editor, Content, has covered everything from baby advice for Parents Magazine to travel finds for The Rough Guides to human interest features for The New York Times to lifestyle insights for prevention.com. She has been a Senior Editor at top national women's magazines including Woman's World and Woman's Day and was instrumental in the launch of Gannett's InTown, Rockland and Putnam magazines. She is also the author of Dinner for Busy Moms, a 2010 Mom's Award winner. Among her favorite things to write about: Her neighbors and surrounding communities. So email her and fill her in on what's happening near you. And, follow her on Instagram @dailyvoicefeatures.

Jeanne was formerly a deputy editor at Daily Voice.

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Lifestyle
'Write What You Know:' Armonk Author Sets Scenes Close To Home 'Write What You Know:' Armonk Author Sets Scenes Close To Home
'Write What You Know:' Armonk Author Sets Scenes Close To Home ARMONK, N.Y. -- Dear Carol. Why does it feel like my life is over?  Sound like an angst-ridden teen you know? As the Dear Carol columnist of Girl's Life Magazine for 23 years, Carol Weston is attuned to the life of middle and high schoolers. She also knows Westchester, having grown up here. And so, it makes sense that her newest novel, "Speed of Life," take place both here and in Manhattan. The story, about a 14-year-old girl and first love, blended families, multicultural friendships, grief and growing up, was inspired by the many places Weston has lived, including Yonkers (she …

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Lifestyle
Who Has Dutchess County's Best Pizza? Vote In Our DVlicious Contest Who Has Dutchess County's Best Pizza? Vote In Our DVlicious Contest
Who Has Dutchess County's Best Pizza? Vote In Our DVlicious Contest DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Who has Dutchess County's best pizza? Three eateries are in the running -- chosen by you. Profiles on each have run; recaps below. Black Star Social, Red Hook Giacomo's, Poughkeepsie, Wappingers Falls, Fishkill, Lagrangeville Little Josef's. Hopewell Junction Voting ends 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. 

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Business
Wilton Social Worker Starts Practice For Special Needs Families Wilton Social Worker Starts Practice For Special Needs Families
Wilton Social Worker Starts Practice For Special Needs Families WILTON, Conn. -- Jennifer M. Iannuzzi is passionate about re-defining what it means to be a parent of a special needs child. That's because -- as both a social worker and a mom of a child with a rare genetic syndrome called Smith Magenis Syndrome -- she knows the challenges. An active blogger on her Strength for Sydney site, the Wilton resident has written dozens of posts with brutal honesty and insight sharing her unique perspective with the community. And now, she's opened Living Special Needs, a new therapy business catering to families of special needs children. This includes everythin…

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Events
Got A Story Idea? Share It, Say Putnam 'Meet The Media' Panel Got A Story Idea? Share It, Say Putnam 'Meet The Media' Panel
Got A Story Idea? Share It, Say Putnam 'Meet The Media' Panel MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Your story matters. Such was the takeaway from The Professional Women of Putnam (PWP) "Meet the Media" panel, held Thursday, April 20 at  Ramiros 954 in Mahopac. The event included Virginia Califano of the Putnam County News & Recorder, Kacey Morabito Grean of 100.7 WHUD and Jeanne Muchnick, Features Editor of Daily Voice and was moderated by Lisa Kaslyn of Prosper Communications. The bottom line, agreed the journalists, is that if you have a newsworthy story or an interesting angle, the local media want to hear it. Though most of the women on the panel agree…

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Business
Rebeccas Of Greenwich Sparkles With AAA Four Diamond Rebeccas Of Greenwich Sparkles With AAA Four Diamond
Rebeccas Of Greenwich Sparkles With AAA Four Diamond GREENWICH, Conn. --- For the seventh consecutive year, Rebeccas of Greenwich has earned a AAA Four Diamond award for its world-class service, facilities, and amenities.  AAA’s Four- and Five-Diamond award ratings are the travel authority’s highest designations for properties and restaurants. Each year, AAA inspectors visit more than 28,000 establishments across the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean, using the Diamond rating system to guide AAA members when choosing places to stay and eat.  Of that number, just 0.4 percent receives the prestigious Five Diamond Award while 5.7 percent re…

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News
Steer Clear — If You Can: Fairfield County Is Pothole Heaven Steer Clear — If You Can: Fairfield County Is Pothole Heaven
Steer Clear — If You Can: Fairfield County Is Pothole Heaven FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- How bad are Fairfield County's potholes? You don't need an expert to tell you're they're substantial -- and dangerous -- but Greenwich resident Rebecca Lindland, an executive analyst at Kelley Blue Book, confirms what you (and your car tires) already know: More than half of Fairfield County's roads are in poor repair -- at least 55 percent, said Lindland.  The Fairfield County area, in fact, is ranked one of 25 urban areas with a population over 500,000 with the worst road conditions, according to TRIP, a national transportation research group. Potholes will inev…

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Business
'Sweet' News: Aux Délices Foods Plans New Westport Location 'Sweet' News: Aux Délices Foods Plans New Westport Location
'Sweet' News: Aux Délices Foods Plans New Westport Location WESTPORT, Conn. -- Aux Délices, with locations in Riverside, Darien, Greenwich, and Westport, is about to open its second Westport spot. Owner Debra Ponzek said she was drawn to the space, at 44 Church Lane where SoNo Baking Company has stood, because of its proximity to town. "The store is easy to get to whether you're driving or walking," she said. The outdoor patio in front of the store was another big draw. Ponzek said she and her husband have always loved Westport, so were thrilled when the spot became available. Expect it to open by the end of the month. For now, you can …

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Business
South Norwalk Boasts New Pub With Eight Beers Brewed Onsite South Norwalk Boasts New Pub With Eight Beers Brewed Onsite
South Norwalk Boasts New Pub With Eight Beers Brewed Onsite NORWALK, Conn. -- Beer lovers in Fairfield County have something to toast: the new Hell or High Water Brewpub in South Norwalk. The tavern, at 136 Washington St., features eight beers brewed on the premises with another three in the works under Head Brewer Anderson Sant’anna Delima. Some of what you'll find on the menu: California Brown Lager, Belgium-style Red Strong Ale, American Porter and New England IPA. And yes, there's food, too, including mussels, mac 'n' cheese burger, hanger steak, cucumber salad and more. 

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Events
Larchmont Holocaust Survivor To Speak At Remembrance Event In White Plains Larchmont Holocaust Survivor To Speak At Remembrance Event In White Plains
Larchmont Holocaust Survivor To Speak At Remembrance Event In White Plains WHITE PLAINS, NY -- Westchester’s annual Countywide Yom HaShoah-the “Day of Remembrance,” commemorating more than 11 million victims of Nazi genocide, including six million Jews, will kick off with the sounding of a shofar and a procession of over 25 rescued Torahs now housed in Westchester area synagogues.  Larchmont resident Esther Geizhals, who survived three concentration camps, and County Executive Rob Astorino will address more than 200 children and adults at the Garden of Remembrance in White Plains, Monday, April 24 at noon.  The annual Westchester Countywide Yom HaShoah commemorati…

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Lifestyle
Who Has Westchester's Best Pizza? Vote In Our DVlicious Contest Who Has Westchester's Best Pizza? Vote In Our DVlicious Contest
Who Has Westchester's Best Pizza? Vote In Our DVlicious Contest WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Who has Westchester's best pizza?  Four eateries are in the running -- chosen by you. Profiles on each have run; recaps below.  Johnny's Pizzeria, Mount Vernon Frank Pepe Pizzeria, Yonkers Sal's Pizza, Mamaroneck The Parlor, Dobbs Ferry Voting ends 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27.  You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. 

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