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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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Neighbors
Ex-Mahwah Teacher Is Archie Comics' First Ever Female Exec Ex-Mahwah Teacher Is Archie Comics' First Ever Female Exec
Ex-Mahwah Teacher Is Archie Comics' First Ever Female Exec MAHWAH, N.J. -- Nancy Silberkleit, publisher and co-CEO of Pelham, N.Y.-based Archie Comics, credits her years as a Bergen County public schoolteacher, for helping her navigate the comic book world. Hard as it is to believe (for those who grew up with the series), Archie is 76 this year. And many of his stories -- along with his gang of Veronica, Betty and Jughead -- are still relevant, such as dealing with bullying, jealousy and friendship.  Silberkleit recently announced August will be Comic Book Extravaganza Month for libraries across the globe. "Archie has always been about entert…

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Lifestyle
Who Has Passaic County's Best Hotdogs? Who Has Passaic County's Best Hotdogs?
Who Has Passaic County's Best Hotdogs? PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. -- The "weenie wars" have begun. Four finalists -- all of which were profiled this week -- are in the running for the county's DVlicious best hotdog. Grab some ketchup and read below for a recap; then vote. You have until 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 and can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Belmont Grill, North Haledon Big Daddy's Dogs, Little Falls Rutt's Hutt, Clifton  The Hot Grill, Clifton

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Lifestyle
From Banking To Bras: Larchmont Mom Changes Her Focus From Banking To Bras: Larchmont Mom Changes Her Focus
From Banking To Bras: Larchmont Mom Changes Her Focus LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- A former banker with an eye for style has turned her passion to a part-time bra fitting business. By day, Laura Burke is the director of customer care for Stuart Weitzman, but by night the Larchmont resident is an intimate apparel consultant, helping women find their perfect bra fit. Burke admits that for the first 10 years of her career, her goal was to be named one of the “top women in banking." Her priorities shifted after her son was born six years ago. That's when she finally fulfilled a lifelong dream -- and moved into the fashion/apparel industry. Her bra obs…

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Lifestyle
A New Kind Of Sugar Rush: Donut Crazy Delivers A New Kind Of Sugar Rush: Donut Crazy Delivers
A New Kind Of Sugar Rush: Donut Crazy Delivers BRIDGEPORT, Conn.-- Imagine getting your Donut Crazy craving delivered straight to your door. Now, you can -- if you live in Bridgeport, Stratford or Shelton. Donut Crazy has partnered with UberEATS in those locations, meaning you don't have to leave the house or wait in line for your fav flavor. UberEATS also tapped into their data to see which Donut Crazy inventions Connecticut loves most. The top ordered donuts are: Glazed  French Toast (Glazed raised yeast donut sprinkled with cinnamon and powdered sugar, drizzled with vanilla and maple icing) Black Hawk (Chocolate glazed cake donut …

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Lifestyle
White Wine Anyone? Clinton Vineyards Celebrates New Vintage With A Party White Wine Anyone? Clinton Vineyards Celebrates New Vintage With A Party
White Wine Anyone? Clinton Vineyards Celebrates New Vintage With A Party CLINTON CORNERS, N.Y. -- Pop the cork! Clinton Vineyards will release its 40th vintage of Seyval Blanc on Saturday, June 24 and to mark the occasion Vineyard Owner Phyllis Feder is inviting the public to attend a celebration complete with tastings, music, and a pop-up farmers market. The event will include local vendors such as Crown Maple Syrup, Canoe Hill Café, Hoofprint Cheese, Beacon Bakery, and Rock Steady Farm. At 81-years-young, Phyllis is, according to a spokesperson, the only woman of her age operating a winery and vineyard in the U.S. It was her husband, Ben, who planted Seyval …

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Events
Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman
Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman SHERMAN, Conn. --  A "Chopped" champion and other superstar chefs from across North America will be in town, literally down on the farm, for a collaborative tasting dinner.  "Chefs’ Night Out on the Farm," set for 5 p.m. Saturday, July 1 in Sherman, is an exclusive dining event featuring six top chefs from Austin, Toronto, NYC and the Hudson Valley (including repeat winner of the popular Food Channel cooking competition show "Chopped."). Guests will be treated to a six-course tasting menu done in an open kitchen setting. Chefs include: Rich Parente, from Cloc…

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Lifestyle
Who Has Fairfield County's Best Hotdogs? Who Has Fairfield County's Best Hotdogs?
Who Has Fairfield County's Best Hotdogs? FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- The "weenie wars" have begun.  Five finalists  -- all of which were profiled last week -- are in the running for the county's DVlicious best hotdog. Grab some ketchup and read below for a recap; then vote. You have until Tuesday, June 27 at 4 p.m. and can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. The Bethel Hot Dog Palace, Bethel Super Duper Weenie, Fairfield JK's, Danbury Rawley's, Fairfield Tomlinson's, Bridgeport

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Lifestyle
Who Has Dutchess County's Best Hotdogs? Who Has Dutchess County's Best Hotdogs?
Who Has Dutchess County's Best Hotdogs? DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- The "weenie wars" have begun. Three finalists -- all of which were profiled this week -- are in the running for the county's DVlicious best hotdog. Grab some ketchup and read below for a recap; then vote. You have until 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 and can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Carole's Hot Dogs, Hyde Park Noshi’s Coney Island, Poughkeepsie Smith Street Hot Dogs, Poughkeepsie 

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Lifestyle
Juicy Strawberry Recipes From Shelton's Jones Family Farms As Season Opens Juicy Strawberry Recipes From Shelton's Jones Family Farms As Season Opens
Juicy Strawberry Recipes From Shelton's Jones Family Farms As Season Opens SHELTON, Conn. -- How does a nice cold glass of strawberry basil iced tea sound about now? Or a crowd-pleasing pitcher of strawberry sangria?Shelton's Jones Family Farms, which just opened its strawberry-picking area last week, offers a host of strawberry recipes on its website, including strawberry salsa, spinach salad with strawberry champagne vinaigrette and frozen strawberry granita. Go HERE to check out the recipes -- then let us know what you made and how it turned out. For real-time Fairfield County news updates in your Facebook feed, be sure to "Like" the Daily Voice's pag…

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Lifestyle
Easy As Pie: 7 Spots For Flaky, Fruity Treats In Fairfield County Easy As Pie: 7 Spots For Flaky, Fruity Treats In Fairfield County
Easy As Pie: 7 Spots For Flaky, Fruity Treats In Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Want to be the hit of your next picnic or backyard bash? Bring pie! This is the time of year, after all, when thoughts turn to roadside stands, farmers markets and home-baked goodness, in particular, the flaky, fruity goodness of a seasonal pie. So, grab a fork -- and your wallet -- and indulge in a pie pilgrimage. Feel free to add any favs we've missed on our Facebook page or in our Comments section. American Pie Company, Sherman: Key lime, banana cream and apple are just of the pies available at this Sherman institution - -in business since 1993 -- where crusts…

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