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Jill Chafetz

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jchafetz@dailyvoice.com

I started my professional life as a research psychologist (not the "do you love your mother" kind). I enjoyed research and teaching, but noticed that I spent most of my non-classroom time writing and editing, often to help other people.

When I left academia,  all the "you should be a writer" admonitions followed me to job interviews. I've been squeezing in part-time writing and editing jobs for about 9 years, so now I am happily doing it full time.

Jill was formerly a writer at Daily Voice.


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Politics
Herbst Campaign Attacks Malloy Instead Of Tesoro Herbst Campaign Attacks Malloy Instead Of Tesoro
Herbst Campaign Attacks Malloy Instead Of Tesoro TRUMBULL, Conn. -- Republican First Selectman Tim Herbst is running for re-election against Democrat Vicki Tesoro, but his campaign ads target Gov. Dannel Malloy, the Connecticut Post reported. Herbst’s ads stand out in a municipal election because they focus on the state rather than the local level, reported the Connecticut Post. Read the full story here.

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News
Activists Hold Vigil For Samuel Harrell, Killed In Prison Activists Hold Vigil For Samuel Harrell, Killed In Prison
Activists Hold Vigil For Samuel Harrell, Killed In Prison DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. – Friends, family, and local officials held a peaceful march on Wednesday, Oct. 21, as they marched towards Fishkill Prison, as a vigil for Samuel Harrell who died after a beating at the prison, reported Time-Warner Cable News. The activists called for an end to what they called pervasive brutality, and for accountability. Family members have filed suit, alleging that 20 officers beat Harrell while he was handcuffed. The Orange County Medical Examiner had concluded that Harrell’s death was a homicide, Time-Warner Cable News reported. For details, see the news on the Ti…

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Events
Ethical Cultural Society Screens 'Living On One Dollar' Ethical Cultural Society Screens 'Living On One Dollar'
Ethical Cultural Society Screens 'Living On One Dollar' WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – Ethical Culture Society of Westchester is showing a documentary, "Living on One Dollar," on Friday, Nov. 6 at 7 Saxon Wood Road in White Plains. The film is about two economics students trying to live on $1 a day in rural Guatemala, just as many of their neighbors do. Approximately 1.2 billion people around the world live on $1 a day or less. The film has won several awards. Ethical Culture Society suggests a $10 donation. The film begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information, see their website.

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Politics
Maloney Declares Castle Point VA Campus Will Stay Open Maloney Declares Castle Point VA Campus Will Stay Open
Maloney Declares Castle Point VA Campus Will Stay Open WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. – U.S. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney announced at a press conference that the Veterans’ Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald had assured him that the Castle Point VA campus will remain open, and that there are no plans to downsize the facility. There had been conflicting reports over the status of the Castle Point VA. Maloney urged the VA to clarify their plans, and announced “As the son of a Navy veteran myself, I know first-hand how worrisome comments like these are to veterans and their families. That is why I demanded a personal assurance from the Veterans Administratio…

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Events
Author Discusses Book About Civil War Era Homes At Chappaqua Library Author Discusses Book About Civil War Era Homes At Chappaqua Library
Author Discusses Book About Civil War Era Homes At Chappaqua Library CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. – On Thursday, Nov. 5, the New Castle Historical Society and Chappaqua Public Library present Hugh Howard, author of "Houses of Civil War America." Howard has written books on historical preservation and restoration, but for the past 10 years has collaborated with photographer Roger Straus III on books focused historic American houses. The most recent book includes Lincoln’s home in Springfield, Illinois, Robert E. Lee’s mansion, Arlington, now the centerpiece of the national cemetery. In addition, it also covers homes such as Stonewall Jackson’s in Lexington, Vir…

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Events
M&M Performing Arts Stages 'Sight Unseen' In Somers M&M Performing Arts Stages 'Sight Unseen' In Somers
M&M Performing Arts Stages 'Sight Unseen' In Somers SOMERS, N.Y. – M&M Performing Arts Company will present “Sight Unseen” by Donald Marguiles at The Somers Library on Saturday. The play focuses on successful artist Jonathan Waxman. When he travels to London for a retrospective of his work, he visits with his former model and muse Patricia and her husband. The event is free and does not require registration, but seating is limited and available only a first-come, first-seated basis. The play starts at 2 p.m. and ends at 3 p.m.

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New Rochelle Opera Celebrates National Opera Week New Rochelle Opera Celebrates National Opera Week
New Rochelle Opera Celebrates National Opera Week NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – National Opera Week started Monday and the New Rochelle Opera (NRO) is celebrating by presenting a week’s worth of opera by featuring scenes from past NRO productions.  The suggested schedule (click on the title to watch): Day 1 - L'Elisir d'Amore (2014) Day 2 - Die Fledermaus (2011) Day 3 - La Traviata (2009) Day 4 - Turandot (2010) Day 5 - La Boheme (2005) OPERA ADVOCACY DAY Day 6 - Madama Butterfly (2012) Day 7 - Aida (2008) Day 8 - I Pagliacci (2013) For more information about the New Rochelle Opera, see their website.

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Business
Yonkers' Ridge Hill Adds New Retail, Adventure, Dining Space Yonkers' Ridge Hill Adds New Retail, Adventure, Dining Space
Yonkers' Ridge Hill Adds New Retail, Adventure, Dining Space YONKERS, N.Y. – The Ridge Hill Shopping Center has added new retailers and attractions. New stores are Papyrus, a stationery store; Hand & Stone, a massage and facial spa; e.l.f.studio, a cosmetics emporium; Motherhood Maternity, The Container Store and Loft, as well as an expanded H&M. They have also added a burger restaurant, 5 Napkin, and Corona Vision for optometry and eyeglasses. Muse Paintbar, iFLY, and Rockin’ Jump have also joined the shopping center, so people seeking something more active than shopping can paint, skydive indoors, and enjoy trampolines. For more informatio…

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Schools
Working Parents Committee Tops Byram Hills PTA Events Working Parents Committee Tops Byram Hills PTA Events
Working Parents Committee Tops Byram Hills PTA Events ARMONK, N.Y. – The Byram Hills Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) announced upcoming events, including the school year’s first meeting of the Working Parents Committee on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the District Office 10 Tripp Lane. Superintendent Dr. Bill Donohue will talk about state education reform, and representatives from PTSA committees will provide updates on their committees. Please RSVP to bhworkingparents@yahoo.com. The meeting will run from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Author Ron Lieber, who wrote "The Opposite of Spoiled", will speak at the H.C. Crittenden Middle School at…

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News
Putnam SPCA Holds Annual Fundraising Dinner In Mahopac Putnam SPCA Holds Annual Fundraising Dinner In Mahopac
Putnam SPCA Holds Annual Fundraising Dinner In Mahopac PUTNAM, N.Y. -- The Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) celebrated its annual fundraising dinner at Four Brothers Restaurant in Mahopac over the weekend.

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