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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

Neighbors

Poughkeepsie Chef Is All About Using The Best Of The Hudson Valley LA GRANGE, N.Y. -- Mike Polasek, the chef/owner behind the Poughkeepsie-based catering business, Simply Gourmet, Bluestone Bistro, also in Poughkeepsie, and Hyde Park's Uncle Sam's Canteen, always knew he would stay in the area and put his talents to use. The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) grad, who grew up in Beekman, said he loves the Hudson Valley , which means "local" is important to him at all three of his businesses. At Uncle Sam's Canteen, a quick serivce eatery inside the FDR Library, Polasek said he uses milk from Hudson Valley Fresh and breads from Bread Alone, the …

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/02/2015

Sports

Westchester Resident Readies Herself To Tackle Seventh New York Marathon YONKERS, N.Y.-- Karen Rivera-Filippi. is about to run her seventh New York City Marathon. The Yonkers resident and avid runner said years ago, she was obsessed with crossing the race off her "bucket list" but continues to return to it year after year because it's "the biggest party in New York and it's an amazing, magical race." This year for the first time, she is running for the Children of Promise CPNYC, a community based, non-profit organization, in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, which embraces the children of incarcerated parents and empowers them to break the cycle …

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/31/2015

Sports

Westchester Resident Preps For First New York City Marathon LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- Larchmont resident Cindy Olsen first attempted the New York Marathon when she was 19. "Back then my body was strong, but my mind was not," said the mom of two. "Now my mind is stronger, which is what will get me to the finish line." Olsen admits her goal, initially, was to get into peak fitness form before turning 40. Since then, however, she's found more powerful reasons to run. Close to her heart is the organization Train the Brain which was inspired by her friend, a marathoner and father of two who survived a massive hemorrhagic stroke caused by a r…

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/31/2015

Neighbors

Ossining Residents Outfit Their Dogs For Halloween OSSINING, N.Y. -- It's Halloween: Time for goblins, ghosts, superheroes and more. And for some, it's "ruff," as in time to dress up your dog. Thanks to Patricia Hotz of Ossining for sending in photos of her dogs Teardrop, and Ellie retired rescured Greyhounds dressed as Spider and Princess for Halloween. The Aguirre family of Ossining also got into the act with their dog, Chloe. Send your "scary" snapshots to jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com, and happy trick-or-treating.

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/31/2015

Neighbors

Danbury Residents Get Into The Halloween Spirit DANBURY, Conn. -- It's Halloween: time for goblins, ghosts, superheroes and more. It's also a time for parents to snap photos of their kids. Thanks to Jennifer Mandeville of Danbury for sending in a photo of her son, Derek, dressed as Thomas the Tank Engine. The Caputos, also of Danbury, got into the act as well, with everyone in the family joining in. Send your "scary" snapshots to jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com, and happy trick-or-treating.

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/31/2015

Neighbors

Stamford Resident Readies Herself For Halloween Trick-Or-Treating STAMFORD, Conn. -- It's Halloween: Time for goblins, ghosts, superheroes and more. It's also a time for parents to snap photos of their kids. Thanks to Lisa Pine of Stamford for sending in this photo of her daughter, Samantha, dressed as the bride of Frankenstein. Send your "scary" snapshots to jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com, and happy trick-or-treating.

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/31/2015

Lifestyle

Fairfield County Photographer Shares Ghoulish Guide To Scary Snaps BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Halloween is prime picture taking time. After all, who can resist those scary goblins and adorable princesses? Bridgeport resident and freelance photographer Karyn Leito said you don’t have to use a professional camera to take great photos. All you need is an iPhone and some patience. A little app help also works. She recommends editing your photos with VSCOcam, Snapseed, and Afterlight. Here, she offers more tips. Use natural light when you can and ideally, get outside. If you can’t get outside the next best way is find natural light coming in from a window. Use fal…

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/30/2015

Business

Mamaroneck Self-Storage Opens In Mamaroneck MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- With a simple snip of the bright red ribbon, Mamaroneck Self Storage officially opened its doors for business Wednesday, Oct. 28. John Ravitz, Executive Vice President of the Business Council of Westchester, acted as MC for the Grand Opening as he did for both the “Ground-Breaking” and “Topping Out” ceremonies. “The Business Council is proud to have members like the Murphy Brothers who represent the essence of what the Business Council of Westchester is all about,” said Ravitz, “Entrepreneurs who care deeply about their employees, are community minded, and continue to m…

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/30/2015

Lifestyle

Drink Up Fall's Flavors At Garrison Eatery During Restaurant Week PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW) starts Monday, Nov. 2 (and goes through Sunday, Nov. l5) and while food usually takes center stage, there are also a host of cocktails that deserve your attention, many which are made with local spirits. Below is one from Valley Restaurant at the Garrison in Garrison. Jack Rose, Valley Restaurant at The Garrison, Garrison 3 oz Black Dirt Apple Jack 1/2 oz American Fruits Sour Cherry Cordial 1/2 oz Fresh-squeezed lemon and lime cuices Dash Heather Ridge Farm Honey Dash Grenadine Shake and garnish with a Tullen Farms all-natural …

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/30/2015

Lifestyle

Say Cheese: Mamaroneck Photo Studio Shares Ghoulish Guide To Scary Snaps MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Halloween means lots of picture taking. Here, tips from Mamaroneck-based LJ Studios Photography and Owner/Principal Photographer (and Sleepy Hollow resident) Mark Liflander. Think about using the background to show the colors and mood of the season. Take the kids outside for photos. Natural light is usually best. If shooting during the day, bring kids out of direct sun and into the shade for better light on their faces. If at night, when trick-or-treating, find the best decorated houses and use them as a background. Try shooting at dusk for great light. Turn on your flas…

by Jeanne Muchnick

10/30/2015

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