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Jeanne Muchnick

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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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Business

Historic Norwalk Landmark Reopens With Fresh New Look NORWALK, Conn. -- The Inn at GrayBarns formerly the Silvermine Inn and Tavern, has reopened. The Norwalk property, which dates to around 1800, was purchased by the Glazer Group in 2015 and underwent an extensive two-year renovation. In its long history, it's been a tavern, a textile factory, and a speakeasy. It is now a six-suite inn. A restaurant serving traditional American fare will open sometime in the fall and rely on fresh ingredients grown on site. Glazer Group is also renovating the nearby general story, which they will open as a mercantile in early 2018 complete with a cafe, a …

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/06/2017

Business

There's Something 'Special' About This Ramsey Gym RAMSEY, N.J. -- You're stronger than you think — such is the motto of Russ Van Ness who runs Gifted Fitness, a facility in Ramsey for those with special needs. Van Ness said the key to success is believing in yourself and realizing limitations only exist in your mind. "We view each and every client as extremely capable individuals who have strengths and weaknesses, just like you and I," said Van Guss. "They just happen to also have a disability. "We focus on those strengths to build trust, confidence and a tremendous sense of accomplishment. "Once we establish th…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/05/2017

Events

Fry Me: A Giant Spud Truck Is Coming To Wyckoff WYCKOFF, N.J. -- This is no "small potatoes." The Big Idaho Potato Truck, a 48-foot long flatbed trailer featuring a 28-foot long, 12-foot wide and 11.5-foot tall, six-ton Idaho potato, is making a pit stop at the Wyckoff YMCA on Tuesday, August 8 in celebration of its Mid-West Days event. And guess what? If this potato was mashed down -- it would make 30,325 servings of mashed potatoes. It could make more than 1.4 million French fries. Head to the YMCA (691 Wyckoff Ave.) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To follow the Big Idaho Potato Truck’s journey around the country, visit www.potatotrac…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/05/2017

Neighbors

Hudson Valley Resident Goes 'Hollywood' With NYC Bus Tours WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- It's lights, camera, action for Georgette Blau. Which, in her case, means putting everything in "drive." Blau, a New Rochelle resident, is the owner of On Location Tours, the world's largest TV and movie bus tour company. And yes, that means she knows a lot of TV and movie trivia, including where the apartment was for Carrie from "Sex and the City," where the rich kids hung out on "Gossip Girl,” and the pub that was the inspiration for "How I Met Your Mother." Not to mention a host of other TV and movie "secrets." T…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/05/2017

Business

Westport Moms Build An Empire Out Of Granola; Expand To Westchester The Granola Bar, a Fairfield County-based eatery with locations in Westport, Greenwich, and Stamford, is expanding to Westchester with a new spot in Armonk. The location, set to open later this month at 575 Main St., is hiring now. Send applications to lexi@thegranolabarct.com. The Granola Bar is also opening at 96 Purchase Street in Rye in mid to late September. Fans of the restaurant know it for its freshly made eggs, avocado toast, sandwiches, wraps, salads, gourmet coffee and, of course, granola. It was started by Westport moms Julie Mountain and Dana Noorily. The two admit they "…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/04/2017

Business

NEAT Darien Plans 'Neater' Look; Closes Temporarily For Renovations DARIEN, Conn. -- No need to be alarmed by the "temporarily closing" sign at NEAT Darien. You'll still be able to get your frothy cappuccinos, iced coffees, and strong espressos -- they'll just be at The Melting Pot across the courtyard instead. The 8-year-old coffee bar will be open Monday, Aug. 7, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will officially close Tuesday, Aug. 8, for renovations. (It will be at The Melting Pot on Monday as well.) Store manager Christina Carpanzano said NEAT just needs a refresh -- some new paint, new furniture, new shelving. "Nothing too crazy," she sai…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/04/2017

Business

Fairfield Mom 'Fuels' Organic Beverage Company FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Amy Barnouw is on a mission. Driven by a desire to provide healthier beverages for her three kids, Barnouw and her husband launched Planet Fuel Beverage Company with a line of organic, lower-sugar juices. Never a fan of sodas, Barnouw found there was a thirst in the marketplace for healthy organic beverages crafted with tweens and teens in mind. “Most options contain artificial ingredients and stimulants, yet are positioned as 'cool' and 'hip' for teens," said the Fairfield resident. Planet Fuel offers the ideal in-between by featuring beverages which combine orga…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/04/2017

Business

One Lucky Guy Can Win New Wardrobe At Teaneck's Emporio Clothing TEANECK, N.J. -- Is your husband still wearing baggy pleated trousers? Does your brother favor ties that stop just north of his navel? Is your boss a little too fond of the three-button suits he’s been wearing since the first Bush administration? Emporio, the fine men’s/boys store in Teaneck is promising to award three men (18 years of age and over) with much-needed fashion makeovers. Those selected, based on their submission and photo, will receive the advice of Emporio’s men’s fashion consultants and new wardrobes worth $1,000 – with their choice of suits, shirts, ties, pants, sweaters,…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/04/2017

Neighbors

I'm Crowdfunding For Grandma, Says Saddle Brook Man SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The bond between a grandson and his grandmother has only gotten stronger through adversity. And while TJ Sullivan said he wishes his grandmother -- who he refers to as "Mommom" -- had never gotten ill, he also truly cherishes his time with her and is doing all he can to make sure she gets better. It's why the Saddle Brook resident has, for three years running, created an annual community fundraiser and a GoFundMe page devoted to Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). PKD, a common inherited disorder, occurs when clusters of cysts develop primarily on or around the …

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/04/2017

Lifestyle

Ex-Norwalk Resident Goes 'Hollywood' With Bus Tours NORWALK, Conn. -- It's lights, camera, action for Georgette Blau. Which, in her case, means putting everything in "drive." Blau, a former Norwalk resident, is the owner of On Location Tours, the world's largest TV and movie bus tour company. And yes, that means she knows a lot of TV and movie trivia, including where the apartment was for Carrie from "Sex and the City," where the rich kids hung out on "Gossip Girl,” and the pub that was the inspiration for "How I Met Your Mother." Not to mention a host of other TV and movie "secrets." The aim o…

by Jeanne Muchnick

08/03/2017

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