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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.

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Lifestyle

Take Safety Precautions For Student Athletes, Warns Stamford Doctor STAMFORD, Conn. -- Got a student athlete in the house? Dr. Daniel Green, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery in Stamford offers the following suggestions for getting -- and keeping -- your student in shape. High-risk sports for ACL ligament injuries include soccer, basketball, lacrosse, football and skiing. ACL prevention programs help prevent ACL injuries by improving a young athlete’s core strength, functional movements and flexibility. As children get older and begin playing school sports, they should no longer play to get in shape, but train and get…

by Jeanne Muchnick

09/01/2015

Lifestyle

Stamford Hospital Doctor Allays Concerns About D.C.I.S. Breast Cancer STAMFORD, Conn. -- A recent article in the New York Times, quoting JAMA Oncology, raises doubts over the value of surgery for early-stage breast lesions. The article reported that 60,000 American women with early stage breast cancer, known as ductal carcinoma in situ, or D.C.I.S., have opted for surgery, either a lumpectomy or mastectomy. But in some cases, that treatment may make no difference in their outcomes. The article, according to Helen Pass, MD, director of breast surgery and co-director, Women's Breast Center at Stamford Hospital, was a bit alarmist and could have women thinki…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/31/2015

Lifestyle

Mount Kisco Doctor Allays Fears On Dcis Breast Cancer MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- A recent article in the New York Times, quoting JAMA Oncology, raises doubts over the value of surgery for early-stage breast lesions. The article reported that 60,000 American women with early stage breast cancer, known as ductal carcinoma in situ, or D.C.I.S., have opted for surgery, either a lumpectomy or mastectomy. But in some cases, that treatment may make no difference in their outcomes. The reality, said Philip C. Bonanno, MD, FACS, Director of The Breast Program and Director of Integrated Cancer Care in the Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center at Northern We…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/28/2015

Lifestyle

Streamline Back To School Shopping With Tips From Yonkers Expert YONKERS, N.Y. -- It's back to school shopping time and navigating those lists can be overwhelming. Here, Michael Atwell, general manager of the newly opened Container Store in Yonkers, offers ideas for items that can make your life easier. For elementary school: Think cookie cutters. Turn brown bag lunches into something more fun with sandwiches cut into fun shapes. Another option: get small dipping containers for a lunch that includes salsa for veggies, tomato sauce for cheese sandwich bites and yogurt for fruit. Bento-box-style containers are a great way to add a bit of color an…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/28/2015

Lifestyle

Bogey's Grill In Norwalk Shows Off Its DVlicious Burger Pride NORWALK, Conn. -Jim Stablein, co-owner of Bogey's Grill & Tap Room is spreading the DVlicious word with a new banner outside his Norwalk restaurant. Bogey's recently won "Best Burger in Fairfield County" by Daily Voice readers. Read prior stories here and here. Daily Voice is currently taking submissions for best sports bar in Fairfield County. Send nominations to dvlicious@dailyvoice.com. The deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 1.

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/27/2015

Events

Promote Your Event On Our Site, Putnam County PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Have an event you want to post? A parade? A flea market? A lecture? We want your listings. And now, thanks to our newly redesigned calendar, your event is easier than ever to post. Just go to "Events" on the left hand side of the home page, then "post your event" that is near the middle of page, add your information -- and ideally a photo -- our new calendar is big on photos -- and you're good to go. One suggestion: click the "include map" checkbox once you've input your address. This way a map to your event will automatically pop up in …

by Daily Voice

08/27/2015

Lifestyle

Start Packing! Greenwich Chef Provides Easy Back To School Lunch Ideas GREENWICH, Conn -- The school year always feels like a new year in terms of getting organized. There are always mountains of school forms, mandatory lice checks, and, oh yeah, stocking the fridge. Debra Ponzek, a Greenwich resident and the chef behind the Aux Délices Gourmet Food Shops brand with locations in Riverside, Greenwich, Darien and Westport, suggests thinking beyond the usual with little compartments for variety. "I like whatever can keep the food a good temperature and neat when its unpacked at lunch time," said the mom of three and a chef ambasassdor at the upcoming …

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/27/2015

Lifestyle

Gear Up For Fall With Subtle Home Decor Changes, Advises Westport Designer WESTPORT, Conn. -- As summer comes to a close, it’s nice to make changes in your home's interiors to reflect the season and rejoice in what fall has to offer. So says Jill Kalman, owner/designer of Westport-based Bella Interiors. "Just like we make adjustments to our wardrobe, so too should subtle changes to our interior spaces follow," she said. The following are Kalman's fall suggestions. Switch up your throw pillows: Move from light and bright (and fabrics like linen) to rich jewel tones and fabrics with texture, like tweeds, wools, or velvets. This simple step can dramatically…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/27/2015

Events

Promote Your Event On Our Site, Larchmont, Mamaroneck WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Have an event you want to post? A parade? A flea market? A lecture? We want your listings. And now, thanks to our newly redesigned calendar, your event is easier than ever to post. Just go to "Events" on the left hand side of the home page, then "post your event" that is near the middle of page, add your information -- and ideally a photo -- our new calendar is big on photos -- and you're good to go. One suggestion: Click the "include map" checkbox once you've input your address. This way a map to your event will automatically pop u…

by Daily Voice

08/27/2015

Events

Promote Your Event On Our Site, Fairfield FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Have an event you want to post? A parade? A flea market? A lecture? We want your listings. And now, thanks to our newly redesigned calendar, your event is easier than ever to post. Just go to "Events" on the left hand side of the home page, then "post your event" that is near the middle of page, add your information -- and ideally a photo -- our new calendar is big on photos -- and you're good to go. One suggestion: click the "include map" checkbox once you've input your address. This way a map to your event will automatically pop up…

by Daily Voice

08/27/2015

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