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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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Restaurant X In Congers Vies For DVlicious 'Best Brunch In Rockland' Win Restaurant X In Congers Vies For DVlicious 'Best Brunch In Rockland' Win
Restaurant X In Congers Vies For DVlicious 'Best Brunch In Rockland' Win CONGERS, N.Y. -- Whether it’s a special occasion or simply a lazy Sunday, nothing beats the prized weekend ritual known as brunch. Where else, after all, can you pair gooey pastries and towering Benedicts with endless flutes of mimosas? Three nominees are in the running for the “DVlicious best in Rockland,” each of which is being profiled this week. What follows are some tasty morsels to chew on, giving you food for thought before you click on your favorite. Keep in mind you can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 29th.  Restaurant X & Bully Boy…

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Business
Pelham Bakery Owner Shares Decade Of 'Sweet' Success With Celebratory Event Pelham Bakery Owner Shares Decade Of 'Sweet' Success With Celebratory Event
Pelham Bakery Owner Shares Decade Of 'Sweet' Success With Celebratory Event PELHAM, N.Y. --  After 17 years, former Manhattan lawyer Lisa Neubardt said goodbye to law firm life and pursued her dream of owning and running a local community bakery. On Friday, June 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Bakery at Four Corners in Pelham Manor will celebrate its 10th anniversary. During its decade in business the bakery has evolved from a small breakfast place to a destination spot for kids, parents, contractors, nannies and everyone in-between to come enjoy what Neubardt defines as "happiness." From her first day in business, the bakery’s mission has been to provide a…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Lifestyle
Englewood's Pâtisserie Florentine Ranks Among DVlicious Brunch Contenders Englewood's Pâtisserie Florentine Ranks Among DVlicious Brunch Contenders
Englewood's Pâtisserie Florentine Ranks Among DVlicious Brunch Contenders ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- Whether it’s a special occasion or simply a lazy Sunday, nothing beats the prized weekend ritual known as brunch. Where else, after all, can you pair gooey pastries and towering Benedicts with endless flutes of mimosas? Five nominees are in the running for the “DVlicious best in Bergen,” each of which is being profiled this week. What follows are some tasty morsels to chew on, giving you food for thought before you click on your favorite. Keep in mind you can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 29th.  Pâtisserie Florentine, 10 S D…

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by Daily Voice
Lifestyle
Bridgeport's TruNorth Ranks Among Top Finalists In DVlicious Competition Bridgeport's TruNorth Ranks Among Top Finalists In DVlicious Competition
Bridgeport's TruNorth Ranks Among Top Finalists In DVlicious Competition BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Whether it’s a special occasion or simply a lazy Sunday, nothing beats the prized weekend ritual known as brunch. Where else, after all, can you pair gooey pastries and towering Benedicts with endless flutes of mimosas? Five nominees are in the running for the “DVlicious best in Fairfield County,” each of which is being profiled this week. What follows are some tasty morsels to chew on, giving you food for thought before you click on your favorite. Keep in mind you can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 29th. TruNorth Tavern &…

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Neighbors
New Canaan Author Channels Erma Bombeck, Woody Allen In Recent Book New Canaan Author Channels Erma Bombeck, Woody Allen In Recent Book
New Canaan Author Channels Erma Bombeck, Woody Allen In Recent Book NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- New Canaan resident Michael Turpin describes his books and blog posts as "Erma Bombeck with swear words." Not to mention a male perspective. The healthcare consultant has had an interesting career having lived and worked in Europe and after returning to the U.S. assuming the role of CEO of Oxford and Regional CEO of United Health Care. To cope with the stresses of executive responsibility, Turpin returned to his roots as a college Lit major and resumed writing short stories. He processes his angst aka Woody Allen, through self deprecating stories and humor. It'…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Lifestyle
House Hunting? Brewster Bank Expert Shares Tips Before Settling House Hunting? Brewster Bank Expert Shares Tips Before Settling
House Hunting? Brewster Bank Expert Shares Tips Before Settling BREWSTER, N.Y. -- What better time is there for home buyers to invest in a home than during June—National Homeownership Month? Here, David Carey, vice president, residential lending manager, Tompkins Mahopac Bank in Brewster, offers five tips to consider before setting out in search of that perfect property. Because mortgage lenders seek a debt-to-income ratio minimum of 43 percent, home buyers should assess where they stand before looking for a home by calculating what percentage of their income goes to essential expenses, like mortgage or rent payments, along with ongoing expenditures for…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Lifestyle
Choosing Binoculars For Birding: What You Need To Know Choosing Binoculars For Birding: What You Need To Know
Choosing Binoculars For Birding: What You Need To Know In addition to a trustworthy field guide, the most indispensable tool for birding is a pair of binoculars. While it's true one can watch birds with the naked eye, the magnification provided by binoculars makes identification easier and the lovely nuances of each bird more apparent.  There certainly is a glut of binoculars on the market, ranging widely in price and quality, but it's relatively easy to find a good instrument without breaking the bank. Generally, binoculars are classified by their magnification ability. For instance, an “8x42” binocular magnifies an object eight times, while a …

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by William Haffey
Lifestyle
Two Westchester Execs Form Women's Networking Group With Panel In Purchase Two Westchester Execs Form Women's Networking Group With Panel In Purchase
Two Westchester Execs Form Women's Networking Group With Panel In Purchase PURCHASE, N.Y. - Two area women -- Suzanna Keith from Rye and Grace Fedele from Mount Kisco -- plan on WINning big when it comes to inspiring and empowering women in Westchester and Fairfield Counties. The two -- Keith, a digital media executive with an MBA from NYU and Fedele, director, B2B global digital marketing at MasterCard - have co-founded Women in Innovation (WIN), a new networking group dedicated to elevate women working in innovative careers across any industry.  WIN is kicking off with a panel discussion on Women in Emerging Digital Leadership on Wednesday June 22 at 6 p.m. at M…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Neighbors
White Plains Father, Son Write Book About Bullying White Plains Father, Son Write Book About Bullying
White Plains Father, Son Write Book About Bullying WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Like many 9-year-olds, White Plains resident Emerson Daub has an active imagination. But unlike other kids his age, he's been able to channel those ideas into books. Yes, that's books plural. The first, written with his dad, Richard, a former reporter who does most the typing and helps refine the prose, was about their two cats, "Spaulding and Zoom" and appeals to kids three and up. That was a year and a half ago. One day, when sitting on the couch talking, Emerson, who's big into super heroes and cyborgs, came up with the idea of a fourth grader who is hyper…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
Lifestyle
DV Home Cooking: Westchester Nutritionist Bakes Up Gluten-Free Banana Bread DV Home Cooking: Westchester Nutritionist Bakes Up Gluten-Free Banana Bread
DV Home Cooking: Westchester Nutritionist Bakes Up Gluten-Free Banana Bread MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- DV Home Cooking is a new series devoted to readers and their recipes. All we ask is that you're a home cook, not a professional chef. Got a favorite dish you want to share? Send it, along with the story behind it, to DVHomeCooking@dailyvoice.com. Home Cook: Sharon Holand Gelfand, Mount Kisco, N.Y. "When my son was diagnosed with Crohn’s, I started to take a closer look at nutrition and its role in disease. This led me down a path I never expected to take, with a new sense of purpose in healing our bodies (all the way to grad school to get a masters in clinical nutr…

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by Sharon Holand Gelfand
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