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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
Larchmont Bookstore Suggests New Debuts For Summer Reading Larchmont Bookstore Suggests New Debuts For Summer Reading
Larchmont Bookstore Suggests New Debuts For Summer Reading LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- Looking for some beach reads? Sure, there's Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins and Euphoria by Lily King that are getting buzz, but there are also a host of new books, coming out later this month and in August that Jenny Siegel, Manager of Anderson's Book Shop in Larchmont recommends. Her picks: A Full Life: Reflections at Ninety by Jimmy Carter: . The 39th President reflects on his life with pride, humor, honesty and second thoughts. Available July 7.  Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee: This is the novel Harper Lee first submitted to her publishers before To Kill a Mockin…

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Need A Beach Read? Pound Ridge's Booksy Galore Has Suggestions Need A Beach Read? Pound Ridge's Booksy Galore Has Suggestions
Need A Beach Read? Pound Ridge's Booksy Galore Has Suggestions POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- Summer is a blockbuster time for books, according to Booksy Galore's Owner Susan Williamson, with lots of literature, thrillers, science fiction, and off-kilter romance options. Here, as we head into a long weekend, she offers her top picks.  All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr: A recent Pulitzer Prize winner, this is a stunningly beautiful tale set in occupied France during World War II that weaves together the inner and outer lives of a blind, French girl and a scientifically gifted German boy.  The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins: A labyrinth of tr…

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Carmel's Scoops N' More Is Winner In DVlicious Putnam Ice Cream Contest Carmel's Scoops N' More Is Winner In DVlicious Putnam Ice Cream Contest
Carmel's Scoops N' More Is Winner In DVlicious Putnam Ice Cream Contest CARMEL N.Y. -- Just in time for Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day (it's Wednesday, July 1) and the Fourth of July weekend, Scoops N' More in Carmel has been named "Best Ice Cream in Putnam County" by you -- our Daily Voice readers. The DVlicious contest has been going on since June 4, with ever-changing results, including a close call between Scoops N' More, the ultimate winner, with 41 percent of the vote, and Cold Spring's Cupoccino Cafe, with 31 percent. The family-owned eatery, located at 88 Gleneida Ave., will be receiving a DVlicious certificate as well as "last licks" on beating the …

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DVlicious Ice Cream Contest Results In Two Westchester Winners DVlicious Ice Cream Contest Results In Two Westchester Winners
DVlicious Ice Cream Contest Results In Two Westchester Winners WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Ice cream is arguably the "coolest" of all summer treats, and in Westchester, it seems it's hard to pick just one "Best Ice Cream" winner. In our first ever DVlicious tie, Valhalla's Village Creamery & Sweet Shop and King Kone in Somers both won top honors with each grabbing 40 percent of the vote. The DVlicious contest has been going on since June 4, with ever-changing results, including the neck and neck (or dare we say cone to cone?) finish. Both ice cream establishments, coincidentally, are run by husband and wife owners: John and Kristin Caldarola…

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Events
Westchester Ablaze With Fireworks For July 4 Celebrations Westchester Ablaze With Fireworks For July 4 Celebrations
Westchester Ablaze With Fireworks For July 4 Celebrations WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Get your red, white and blue on. July 4 festivities are upon us with towns across Westchester gearing up to show their patriotic pride. The following is a sampling of activities for securing the best perch for picnics and pyrotechnics. Feel free to add more in our comments section below. Tuesday, June 30, South Salem: The 17th Annual Fireworks Spectacular at Onatru Farm Parks features live music by Annie and The Natural Wonder Band at 7 p.m., Mystery Tour at 8:15 p.m., and fireworks at dusk (9:25 p.m.). Fireworks Fun: 99 Elmwood Rd., www.lewisborogov.com/. Rain…

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Bridgeport's Timothy's Is Winner In DVlicious Ice Cream Contest Bridgeport's Timothy's Is Winner In DVlicious Ice Cream Contest
Bridgeport's Timothy's Is Winner In DVlicious Ice Cream Contest BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Just in time for Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day (it's Wednesday, July 1) and the Fourth of July weekend, Timothy's in Bridgeport has been named "Best Ice Cream in Fairfield County" by you -- our Daily Voice readers. The DVlicious contest has been going on since June 4, with ever-changing results, including a close call between Saugatuck Sweets in Westport, with 41 percent of the vote, and Timothy's, the ultimate winner, with 46 percent. The 33-year-old ice cream parlor, located at 2974 Fairfield Ave., will be receiving a DVlicious certificate as well as "last licks" …

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Peekskill's Paramount Celebrates 85 Years With Mayors, Music, Community Peekskill's Paramount Celebrates 85 Years With Mayors, Music, Community
Peekskill's Paramount Celebrates 85 Years With Mayors, Music, Community PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Peekskill's Paramount Hudson Valley Theater rolled out the red carpet for its 85th birthday celebration Saturday night. Along with the headliner, The Marshall Tucker Band, and the warm-up band, Sundown, comprised of Westchester-based musicians, there were four mayors in the house -- current Peekskill Mayor Frank Catalina, Former Mayor of Peekskill and Westchester County Legislator John Testa, and former Peekskill Mayors Mary Foster and Fran Gibbs. Former New York Governor and current candidate for President, George Pataki was also in attendance. Before the show beg…

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Bridgeport's Beverly Pizza Earns DVlicious 'Best Pizza' Certificate Bridgeport's Beverly Pizza Earns DVlicious 'Best Pizza' Certificate
Bridgeport's Beverly Pizza Earns DVlicious 'Best Pizza' Certificate BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Bridgeport resident Chris Katsetos who's been churning out pizzas for more than 50 years was awarded the DVlicious "Best Pizza in Fairfield County" certificate on June 19, just in time for Father's Day. The dad of six -- his son, Elias is just one of his brood who has toiled in the pizzeria's kitchen -- said he was thrilled with the honor and even brought flowers from his garden to showcase in the photo moment. Daily Voice Features Editor Jeanne Muchnick presented the certificate to Katsetos, who insisted that everyone from his team be included in the photograph. …

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New York Avoids Worst States To Make A Living In List, Says Report New York Avoids Worst States To Make A Living In List, Says Report
New York Avoids Worst States To Make A Living In List, Says Report WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- In a big "whew, it wasn't us," a new report does not include New York among the worst states to make a living in. According to moneyrates.com, a personal finance site, Connecticut's high unemployment caused it to fall back in the ratings, along with low marks for workplace safety. States were ranked in terms of average wages, taxes, cost of living, unemployment rate, and incidents of workplace safety and included data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, The Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), and D.C. think tank, the Tax Foundation..  Keep…

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Connecticut Ranks Among Worst States To Make A Living In, Report Says Connecticut Ranks Among Worst States To Make A Living In, Report Says
Connecticut Ranks Among Worst States To Make A Living In, Report Says FAIRFIELD COUNTY, N.Y. -- Say it ain't so. Connecticut ranks among the worst states to make a living in, according to moneyrates.com.  The personal finance site claims Connecticut's high unemployment caused it to fall back in the ratings, along with low marks for workplace safety. States were rated based on average wages, taxes, cost of living, unemployment rate, and incidents of workplace safety and included data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, The Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), and D.C. think tank, the Tax Foundation..  Keeping company with Connecticut is …

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