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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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Rye Brook Doctor Offers Tips For Healthy Holidays Rye Brook Doctor Offers Tips For Healthy Holidays
Rye Brook Doctor Offers Tips For Healthy Holidays RYE BROOK, N.Y. -- The holiday season is all about family, fun and food, and let's face it, stress. Here, ideas from Armonk resident Dr. Susan Blum, author of "The Immune System Recovery Plan" and founder of the Blum Center for Health in Rye Brook, on how to stay happy, healthy, and energized. For Stress Think "Full," Not "Busy." Words are so powerful —in the end, you are what you think, said Dr. Blum. "Shift gears from the anxious, driven, never-enough-time feeling of 'busy' to 'full' or 'abundant' or 'rich.' These days will fly by, so be sure to smile, and enjoy them." Preventive…

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Somers Lights Up With 'Illumination' Somers Lights Up With 'Illumination'
Somers Lights Up With 'Illumination' SOMERS, N.Y. -- If the streets of Somers look a little bit brighter these days, that's because of the "llluminate Somers," an outdoor holiday home decoration contest run by the Somers Lions Club. Take a drive -- or check out our photo gallery -- for a look at how your neighbors have decorated. For more details, go to the Daily Voice story here. 

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We Want To See Your Holiday House Photos, Putnam We Want To See Your Holiday House Photos, Putnam
We Want To See Your Holiday House Photos, Putnam PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's the most wonderful time of the year -- which means lots of bright lights and festive decorations. Share your favorites with us in the Comments section below or email jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com and help spread the joy.

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The Grinch Makes An Appearance At Decorated Peekskill Home The Grinch Makes An Appearance At Decorated Peekskill Home
The Grinch Makes An Appearance At Decorated Peekskill Home PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- We asked for your holiday house photos -- and we got them. Peekskill resident Michael Sellers said he had lights all over his house until a little green guy showed up and stole everything. Check it out, Peekskill. The house is on Depew Street. Feel free to send in more holiday shots in the Comments section below or by emailing jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com.  

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Mount Kisco Cocktail Expert Offers Holiday Recipes And Suggestions Mount Kisco Cocktail Expert Offers Holiday Recipes And Suggestions
Mount Kisco Cocktail Expert Offers Holiday Recipes And Suggestions MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Marina Vataj knows cocktails. As the Digital Editorial Manager for Mount Kisco-based Wine Enthusiast Magazine, she tastes a lot of beverages in order to find the best drinks for her readers. Here are some of her holiday tips. Tip One: Make big batches. This ensures you’re not stuck in the kitchen and can mingle with your guests. "I particularly like this spin on the classic French 75," she said. "Mix it in a punch bowl, lay out some ladles and start sipping." French 75 Punch (Adapted from Cocktails for a Crowd by Kara Newman, spirits editor, Wine Enthusiast) 1 cu…

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Yonkers Resident Has Been Decorating His Home For 15 Years Yonkers Resident Has Been Decorating His Home For 15 Years
Yonkers Resident Has Been Decorating His Home For 15 Years YONKERS, N.Y. -- We asked for your holiday house photos -- and we got them. Yonkers resident Larry Frumkies, who incidentally is Jewish, wrote in with his story (and photos). He's been decorating his home at 15 Annsville Trail  with Christmas lights the past 15 years. His passion for decorating came from helping his grandfather with the window displays of his retail store. When the store was passed down to Frumkies, he upped the ante, adding new elements year after year. When he closed the store years ago, his energy turned toward trimming his house. It also went toward rummaging thr…

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Tuckahoe House Lights Up For Holidays Tuckahoe House Lights Up For Holidays
Tuckahoe House Lights Up For Holidays TUCKAHOE, N.Y. -- We asked for your holiday house photos -- and we got them. Tuckahoe resident Christine Reddy said many houses on her block on Lake Avenue are decorated for the season. "This year, my family has tried something above and beyond," she said. " We're still amateurs decorators, but we gave it our best shot." Check it out, Eastchester, Tuckahoe. And feel free to send in more holiday shots in the Comments section below or by emailing jmuchnick@dailyvoice.com.  

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What To Wear To A Holiday Work Party? Hartsdale Style Expert Offers Ideas What To Wear To A Holiday Work Party? Hartsdale Style Expert Offers Ideas
What To Wear To A Holiday Work Party? Hartsdale Style Expert Offers Ideas HARTSDALE, N.Y. -- Holiday party attire can be confusing, especially when it involves the work place. You want to be festive and fun, yet you also want to be appropriate.  According to award-winning image consultant, Hartsdale resident, body expert and style architect Kendra Charisse Porter, you can go one of two ways when it comes to your office party. Option One: The Theme The ugly Christmas sweater: "Putting on an ugly sweater comes off as comedic and jovial and works for both guys and gals," she said. "Everyone likes to blow off some steam and this is a great way to do it." Or, add …

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White Plains Residents Gearing Up For Ugly Sweater Run White Plains Residents Gearing Up For Ugly Sweater Run
White Plains Residents Gearing Up For Ugly Sweater Run WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- There's a reason to love those ugly sweaters after all. The Ugly Sweater Run takes place in New York City on Saturday, Dec. 20, and many area residents are participating. Dody Chang Fitzsimmons, an acupuncturist with offices in Irvington and Greenwich, Conn., and her husband, Kevin Fitzsimmons, a boys varsity soccer coach in Weston, Conn., and owner of Soccer Edge, a soccer coaching  provider in Weston, Wilton, Fairfield, Trumbull and Middlebury, Conn., as well as Valhalla are among those dusting off past gifts from well-meaning relatives and taking part in the eve…

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Weston Coach Takes Ugly Sweater And Runs With It Weston Coach Takes Ugly Sweater And Runs With It
Weston Coach Takes Ugly Sweater And Runs With It WESTON, Conn. -- There's a reason to love those ugly sweaters after all. The Ugly Sweater Run takes place in New York City on Saturday, Dec. 20, and many area residents are participating. Dody Chang Fitzsimmons, an acupuncturist with offices in Irvington and Greenwich, Conn., and her husband, Kevin Fitzsimmons, a boys varsity soccer coach in Weston, Conn., and owner of Soccer Edge, a soccer coaching  provider in Weston, Wilton, Fairfield, Trumbull and Middlebury, Conn., as well as Valhalla are among those dusting off past gifts from well-meaning relatives and taking part in the event. …

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