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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.


Jill Chafetz's Contributions

Neighbors
'Great To Live In Harrison' Celebration Delighted Town 'Great To Live In Harrison' Celebration Delighted Town
'Great To Live In Harrison' Celebration Delighted Town HARRISON, N.Y. -- Earlier this month, Harrison held its 38th annual “Its Great to Live in Harrison/Columbus Day” celebration. We take tremendous pleasure in this wonderful tradition as our country honors the Italian- American experience.In addition to recognizing the many accomplishments of the Italian-American community,Harrison residents and visitors enjoyed a weekend of exciting events. I enjoyed seeing many friends, and familiar faces, as the weekend’s festivities took place. Saturday evening’s fireworks display, in West Harrison, was spectacular. Sunday’s popular Open House Police Head…

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by Ronald Belmont
News
Rockland County Drug Court Gets Grant To Treat DWI Offenders Rockland County Drug Court Gets Grant To Treat DWI Offenders
Rockland County Drug Court Gets Grant To Treat DWI Offenders ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. – The U.S. Justice Department has awarded a $200,000 grant to the Rockland County Drug Court, lohud.com reported. The drug court provides treatment instead of prison time to drug users who plead guilty to nonviolent crimes.  The grant allows the court to provide treatment for drivers who plead guilty to misdemeanor DWI offenses, lohud reported. For details, see lohud’s report.

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by Jill Chafetz
Schools
Holy Child's Outdoor Theater Delights Harrison, Rye Holy Child's Outdoor Theater Delights Harrison, Rye
Holy Child's Outdoor Theater Delights Harrison, Rye HARRISON, N.Y. -- The School of the Holy Child's (SHC) Gryphon Players kept the audience feeling warm despite the unusual chill, with .an all-female cast performance of Shakespeare's comedy "Much Ado About Nothing." Audience members bundled up in blankets as they sat in the SHC's Alumnae Garden to watch Beatrice and Benedick bicker, plot, deceive, fall prey to meddling friends, and deny their affection before the inevitable happy ending. The cast and crew included Freshman, Juliet Kulusic; Sophomores, Caroline Beit and Schuyler Gardner; Juniors, Amanda Cummins, Izania Gonzalez Kat…

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by Jill Chafetz
News
Nyack Hospital Dedicated Madlyn Borelli Multiple Sclerosis Center Nyack Hospital Dedicated Madlyn Borelli Multiple Sclerosis Center
Nyack Hospital Dedicated Madlyn Borelli Multiple Sclerosis Center NYACK, N.Y. -- Nyack Hospital, which serves patients throughout the Hudson Valley, dedicated the Madlyn Borelli Multiple Sclerosis Center on Oct. 14. Frank Borelli, a major hospital benefactor, and approximately 100 guests attended the event, which included a tour of the center and an unveiling of a portrait of Borelli's wife, Madlyn, for whom the center is named. Nyack Hospital's original MS Center had grown so much over four years that it needed a new facility. Borelli's generosity made it possible to build the facility, designed and constructed to meet the needs of individuals with Multi…

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by Jill Chafetz
Schools
Author Speaks In Greenburgh About Impulse Control In Children Author Speaks In Greenburgh About Impulse Control In Children
Author Speaks In Greenburgh About Impulse Control In Children GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Rick Lavoie will speak at the Woodlands High School auditorium on Thursday, Oct. 29.Lavoie is a speaker and author, who focuses is on children's and adolescents' impulsive behaviors and on positive reinforcement. Lavoie's only New York appearance this year is at Woodlands. The talk begins at 6:30 p.m. It is open to parents, PTA members, and teaching staff. Those who wish to attend must register here.

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by Jill Chafetz
Schools
Pleasantville Schools Declare Clothing Drive A Success Pleasantville Schools Declare Clothing Drive A Success
Pleasantville Schools Declare Clothing Drive A Success PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- The Pleasantville Parent-Teacher Association thanks the families who donated used clothing to the drive on Saturday, Oct. 17. The eighth-grade volunteers helped make the clothing drive a great day.

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by Jill Chafetz
Neighbors
New Rochelle Library Announces Contest Winners New Rochelle Library Announces Contest Winners
New Rochelle Library Announces Contest Winners NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The New Rochelle Public Library Foundation announced the winners of its "I Found It at the Library" video competition. First prize: New Rochelle High School student Martha Kemp-Neilson, $1,000 Second prize: Quincy A. Campbell, $500 Third prize: New Rochelle High School student Andrew Renzett, $250 New Rochelle residents in grades 9-12 were eligible to compete, and they also had the opportunity to attend free summer workshops that were taught by industry professionals.

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by Jill Chafetz
Events
Yonkers Film Festival Gets Under Way At Riverfront Library Yonkers Film Festival Gets Under Way At Riverfront Library
Yonkers Film Festival Gets Under Way At Riverfront Library YONKERS, N.Y. -- The third annual Yonkers Film Film Festival (YoFi Fest) is expected to attract thousands of film buffs, aspiring directors, and secret movie critics from the tri-state area.YoFi Fest, at the Riverfront Library, begins Thursday and runs through Sunday. It features more than 100 films, plus workshops, discussions, and parties. There will be films for all ages and all tastes, as well as chances to meet professionals in the film industry. “We’ve always worked hard to make this a world-class festival,” said YoFi Fest Executive Director Dave Steck, “but we’re especially proud of …

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by Jill Chafetz
Politics
Rockland County Announces End Of Hospital Purchase Rockland County Announces End Of Hospital Purchase
Rockland County Announces End Of Hospital Purchase CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. -- County Executive Ed Day commented on Sympaticare LLC's decision to scrub the purchase of Summit Park Hospital & Nursing Care Center.In a press release, Day wrote,  by pulling out of the deal in the eleventh hour, the prospective buyer confirms that it has failed the LDC, Summit Park patients, residents, medical staff and the people of Rockland County.

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by Jill Chafetz
Events
Scarsdale JCC Celebrates Shabbat Project With Challah Baking Class Scarsdale JCC Celebrates Shabbat Project With Challah Baking Class
Scarsdale JCC Celebrates Shabbat Project With Challah Baking Class SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- The Jewish Community Center of Mid-Westchester is kicking off The Shabbat Project by teaching people how to make challah.The Shabbat Project is a worldwide project where Jews from all walks of life unite. Whether young or old, observant or secular, kitchen lovers or those who haunt the frozen-food aisle, everyone can participate. Challah is the traditional bread of the Sabbath. On Thursday, bread lovers are invited to learn how to make challah. The JCC will provide ingredients and instructions. The cost is $20/person, and each person will take home two uncooked loaves to b…

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