Jeanne Muchnick

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jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com

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

Poughkeepsie Soccer Players Ready Themselves For Big Game In Kingston Poughkeepsie Soccer Players Ready Themselves For Big Game In Kingston
Poughkeepsie Soccer Players Ready Themselves For Big Game In Kingston POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Mark Saturday, May 21 on your calendar. That's when the home opener of the Kingston Stockade Football Club will be played at Dietz Stadium in Kingston. The newly-formed club is one of 65 National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) teams in the country and competes in the North Atlantic conference, taking the field against the New York Cosmos B, Boston City FC and the Seacoast Mariners, among others.  On the team: Poughkeepsie residents Corey Phillips and Scott Zobre, personal trainers at Gold’s Gym Dutchess County LaGrange location. Daily Voice sat down with both of them pre…
Westport Teens Inspire Kids To Give Back Through 'Stuffed With Love' Events Westport Teens Inspire Kids To Give Back Through 'Stuffed With Love' Events
Westport Teens Inspire Kids To Give Back Through 'Stuffed With Love' Events WESTPORT, Conn. -- Sometimes, the biggest rewards come from the smallest packages. Layla and Maya Wofsy, 15 and 13- years-old respectively and founders (along with their parents, Hallie and Scott) of the Kidz Give Back Foundation, recently visited four Harlem public schools to give fourth and fifth grade students an opportunity to give back to the community by making stuffed animals that will be donated to other children in need.  The mission behind the 501 (c) (3) Westport-based organization, in operation since 2007, is to empower children to create gifts for families in need.  Most recen…
Brewster's Kelly's Corner, DVlicious Wing Winner, Serves Up 'Hot' Fries Brewster's Kelly's Corner, DVlicious Wing Winner, Serves Up 'Hot' Fries
Brewster's Kelly's Corner, DVlicious Wing Winner, Serves Up 'Hot' Fries BREWSTER, 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 Putnam; 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! Kelly's Corner, 1625 NY-22, Brewster, (845) 278-4297 Fry Type: Traditional steak fries. What Makes Them So Addictive: The pub, which won our DVlicious wing contest, uses clean zero t…
Forty Years Later, Center Stage In Shelton Continues To Evolve Forty Years Later, Center Stage In Shelton Continues To Evolve
Forty Years Later, Center Stage In Shelton Continues To Evolve SHELTON, Conn. -- Gary and Francesca Scarpa, the artistic directors of Center Stage Theatre, Inc. in Shelton, are about to celebrate 40 years as a directing team -- and as a married couple. The two, who met when they were in a college production at Southern Connecticut State College, started Center Stage in 2005, and say their passion for theater is key to their longevity. "My wife and I joke that when we started we were Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney putting on a show," said Gary. "But then, through the years, you see the positive effects live theatre has on so many people a…
Burgers, Shakes And Fries In Greenwich, Darien Makes DVlicious List Burgers, Shakes And Fries In Greenwich, Darien Makes DVlicious List
Burgers, Shakes And Fries In Greenwich, Darien Makes DVlicious List GREENWICH, Conn. -- No burger or sandwich is complete without a side 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 five finalists as the DVlicious best in Fairfield County; 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! Burgers, Shakes & Fries, locations in Darien and Greenwich; 302 Delavan Ave., Greenwich, (203) 531-7433; 800 Post Rd., Darien, (203) 202-9401 Fry Type: "Regular"…
Thatcher McGhee's Pompton Lakes Competes For DVlicious 'Best Fry' Contest Thatcher McGhee's Pompton Lakes Competes For DVlicious 'Best Fry' Contest
Thatcher McGhee's Pompton Lakes Competes For DVlicious 'Best Fry' Contest POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- 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 Passaic County; 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! Thatcher McGhee's Pompton Lakes, 6 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes, (973) 839-3377 Fry Type: Regular cut with a batter coating that delivers maximum crunch. What Makes Them …
Teaneck, Englewood Residents Flock To Rockland's Challah Fairy Teaneck, Englewood Residents Flock To Rockland's Challah Fairy
Teaneck, Englewood Residents Flock To Rockland's 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,…
Local Restaurateur Brings Sense Of Adventure To Tavern 489 In Stamford Local Restaurateur Brings Sense Of Adventure To Tavern 489 In Stamford
Local Restaurateur Brings Sense Of Adventure To Tavern 489 In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- Eric Monte, a longtime restaurateur, used to be in the music business, making him keenly aware of what drives -- and keeps -- guests entertained. Good food, good wine, a "wow" presentation factor and, keeping his background in mind, live music. All four "ingredients," if you will, are on display at his new restaurant, Tavern 489 in Stamford. Monte, along with Partner/Executive Chef Regis Saget have created an Adirondack-lodge ambiance (complete with hanging river canoe!) meets rural reading den meets cozy coffeehouse where a small stage highlights loc…
Writer Pens Westchester-Themed Novel Set In Rye Writer Pens Westchester-Themed Novel Set In Rye
Writer Pens Westchester-Themed Novel Set In Rye PELHAM, N.Y. -- Truth is stranger than fiction. So goes the old adage and now, Pelham resident Rachel Cullen is putting all she's observed about life as a Westchester woman into a new novel, "The Way I've Heard It Should Be." While fictional, the book takes place in Rye, and is a story about four women with gorgeous homes and oversized bank accounts. An avid reader who always wanted to write but never had the time (she previously worked in marketing/consulting), Cullen said there have been lots of elements in her life that could be straight out of the books she's read. Now a stay-…
Bergenfield's Rony's Rockin' Grill Gets High Marks In DVlicious Fry Contest Bergenfield's Rony's Rockin' Grill Gets High Marks In DVlicious Fry Contest
Bergenfield's Rony's Rockin' Grill Gets High Marks In DVlicious Fry Contest BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- 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 five finalists as the DVlicious best in Bergen; 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! Rony's Rockin' Grill, 83 N Washington Ave., Bergenfield, (201) 665-4755 Type of Fry: 3/8 long with the skin on.  What Makes Them So Addictive: The potatoes are crushed and washed a…
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