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Jeanne Muchnick

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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.

Jeanne Muchnick's Contributions

Lifestyle

DVlicious Contest Heats Up With Putnam County's Best Fries, Vote Now PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. – Shoestring skinny, crispy crinkle or golden brown hand-cut meaty? Our DVlicious contest continues with the hunt for the best French fries in the county. Three finalists have been chosen -- and profiled -- thanks to you, our Daily Voice readers. Now's time to vote. Bliss Dairy Bar And Grill, Mahopac Eveready Diner, Brewster Kelly's Corner, Brewster Voting ends Tuesday, May 31 at 5 p.m. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Winners receive a framed DVlicious certificate and bragging rights to "peel-ing" the competition.

by Daily Voice

05/24/2016

Lifestyle

DVlicious Contest Heats Up, Vote Now For Westchester's Best Fries WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. – Shoestring skinny, crispy crinkle or golden brown hand-cut meaty? Our DVlicious contest continues with the hunt for the best French fries in the county. Five finalists have been chosen -- and profiled -- thanks to you, our Daily Voice readers. Now's time to vote. Blazer Pub, Purdys The Barley House, Thornwood Le Jardin Du Roi, Chappaqua Melts, Armonk Walter's Hot Dogs, Mamaroneck Voting ends Tuesday, May 31 at 5 p.m. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Winners receive a framed DVlicious certificate and bragging rights to "peel-ing" the c…

by Daily Voice

05/24/2016

Lifestyle

DVlicious Contest Heats Up With Dutchess County's Best Fries, Vote Now DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. – Shoestring skinny, crispy crinkle or golden brown hand-cut meaty? Our DVlicious contest continues with the hunt for the best French fries in the county. Three finalists have been chosen -- and profiled -- thanks to you, our Daily Voice readers. Now's time to vote. Brasserie 292, Poughkeepsie Gigi Trattoria, Rhinebeck Poppy’s Burgers, Beacon Voting ends Tuesday, May 31 at 5 p.m. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Winners receive a framed DVlicious certificate and bragging rights to "peel-ing" the competition.

by Daily Voice

05/24/2016

Lifestyle

Tarrytown Musician Preps For Opening Of New Jazz Venue TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- Mark Morganelli, a longtime trumpeter/flugelhornist who has produced more than 60 jazz records and also been behind numerous NYC and Westchester-based jazz festivals (think Riverside Park Arts Festival in New York City, the Dobbs Ferry Summer Music Series, Jazz at the Music Hall in Tarrytown, and New York's The Town Hall and The Beacon Theatre, among others) is getting ready for his greatest performance ever: the introduction of a hundred-seat jazz club on Dixon Lane in Tarrytown. The club, which he will run with his wife, Ellen Prior, should -- if all goes according to pl…

by Jeanne Muchnick

05/24/2016

Events

Salute Vets, Enjoy Parades At Westchester's Many Memorial Day Celebrations WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Memorial Day, which is officially celebrated Monday May 30 but unofficially begins just around now, isn't just about savoring the long weekend and easing into summer mode; it's first and foremost about honoring the men and women who have died serving in our armed forces. The following is a sampling of parades and dedications taking place across Westchester. Feel free to comment on our Facebook page and add any we've missed. Thursday, May 26 Larchmont: Service members will participate in the annual parade hosted by American Legion Post #347. The 6 p.m. event is…

by Jeanne Muchnick

05/24/2016

Lifestyle

The Filling Station In Haverstraw, Palisades Ranks As DVlicious Contender WEST HAVERSTRAW, N.Y.. -- No burger or sandwich is complete without an order of fries. Whether you like them shoestring skinny, crispy and crinkled or golden brown and fried to perfection, they remain one of America's favorite sides. You've chosen three finalists as the DVlicious best in Rockland; now it's time to vote. First, though, grab some ketchup and pour over the following. Just don't blame us if you get hungry! The Filling Station, 45 South Route 9w, West Haverstraw, (845) 786-9000; also at 234 Route 9W, Palisades, (845)359-9000 Fry Type: Thin-cut What Makes Them So Addictive: Ya…

by Daily Voice

05/24/2016

Lifestyle

Ontario Town Stands In For Dutchess County In New TV Murder Mystery Rosseau, Ontario is standing in for Tivoli thanks to a little bit of Hollywood magic. Dutchess County will get its 15 minutes of fame --- kindof -- when "Eyewitness," a 10 part series starting Gil Bellows and James Paxton (son of Actor Bill Paxton) premieres on the USA Network. The show is based on a Norwegian murder mystery and explores a grisly crime from the point of view of the eyewitnesses. The filming began in early April and will continue through August. According to one local's blog, it's been fun seeing the metamorphosis of her town complete with a flying American flag, n…

by Jeanne Muchnick

05/24/2016

Lifestyle

DVlicious Contest Heats Up, Vote Now For Rockland County's Best Fries ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. – Shoestring skinny, crispy crinkle or golden brown hand-cut meaty? Our DVlicious contest continues with the hunt for the best French fries in the county. Three finalists have been chosen -- and profiled-- thanks to you, our Daily Voice readers. Now's time to vote. The Burger Loft, New City The Filling Station, Haverstraw, Palisades Quinta Steakhouse, Pearl River Voting ends Tuesday, May 31 at 5 p.m. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Winners receive a framed DVlicious certificate and bragging rights to "peel-ing" the competition.

by Daily Voice

05/24/2016

Neighbors

Larchmont Photographer Releases New Book Centering On New York City LARCHMONT, N.Y.-- Storyteller and children’s photographer Jane Goodrich, known for her engaging, kid-centric portraits has come out with her third book, done in conjunction with veteran children's author Bob Raczka. "New York Is My Playground," which showcases Goodrich's photography, is a fresh, moving homage to all who use New York City as their playground. The book shows kids -- and their parents -- how the city’s streets, structures, and landmarks can provide a unique playspace. "From photographing children in their environment, be it New York City or their home or a park…

by Jeanne Muchnick

05/23/2016

Business

Challah Gets Makeover Thanks To New City Challah Fairy NEW CITY, N.Y. -- Chanalee Fischer loves baking, but more than that, she loves sharing. Which is basically how her business, The Challah Fairy, got going. Fischer began baking challah in her house when her kids were young, which led to sharing her homemade baked goods with friends. Word of mouth soon took over, and Fischer began selling her wares to friends and acquaintances, delivering them herself every Thursday night. What began as a small business began growing, first in Rockland County, then to Bergen, specifically Teaneck and Englewood, then the Upper East and West Sides of Manhattan,…

by Jeanne Muchnick

05/23/2016

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