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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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Lifestyle
North Salem Native Uses Retail Biz To Raise Funds For Cancer-Stricken Mom North Salem Native Uses Retail Biz To Raise Funds For Cancer-Stricken Mom
North Salem Native Uses Retail Biz To Raise Funds For Cancer-Stricken Mom NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Samantha Benson is using her platform as the creator of the luxe baby and child collection, Sammy & Nat, to do good for her North Salem neighbor.  Lisa Mayette lives next door to where Benson grew up -- her dad still lives there though she's in NYC now -- and so, heard about Mayette's struggle with Stage 3 Hodgkins Lymphoma. Donating a portion of her sales to help Mayette and her family -- Mayette has a 25-month-old baby girl named Mary -- is now her number one mission. She is partnering with mom bloggers, celebrities, and other influencers to help spread the story …

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Events
The Handmade's Tale: White Plains Fair Highlights Area Artisans The Handmade's Tale: White Plains Fair Highlights Area Artisans
The Handmade's Tale: White Plains Fair Highlights Area Artisans WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Shop till you drop and support local refugee resettlement efforts at the same time by visiting -- and buying -- at The Ethical Culture Society of Westchester's Fair Trade & Artisan Craft Fair. The event, on Saturday, May 6, will be held at the Society's location at 7 Saxon Wood Road from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Expect unique handmade, ethically sourced, and locally produced items, including art glass, woodwork, ceramics, jewelry, quilts, summer weight knits, bags, printed tees, 3D embellished greeting cards, organic bath, body, and hair products, baby items, candles, pic…

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What's It Like As A Mom Of Eight? This Bergen Mom Dishes On New Blog What's It Like As A Mom Of Eight? This Bergen Mom Dishes On New Blog
What's It Like As A Mom Of Eight? This Bergen Mom Dishes On New Blog SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- She's known as the daughter of Mario Perillo, founder of Perillo Tours -- surely you've seen the commercials over the years (they now star her brother, Steve) -- but in reality, Linda Perillo Zazzali would rather be known for her honest, from the hip advice. Trained as a writer -- she was a journalism major in college -- the mom of eight ages four to 21, blogs at "The Real Hip Mom" on everything from travel to fashion, makeup, cooking, and parenting.  "I can't do math, taxes, or handle finances, but I can write," said the Saddle River resident, who w…

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Events
War Stories: Combat Vet To Recount Tour Of Duty In Iraq In Brookfield Talk War Stories: Combat Vet To Recount Tour Of Duty In Iraq In Brookfield Talk
War Stories: Combat Vet To Recount Tour Of Duty In Iraq In Brookfield Talk BROOKFIELD, Conn. -- Michael Zacchea's life sounds like something out of a war movie. And now, thanks to his new book, as well as his involvement with the Brookfield Democratic Town Committee (BDTC), folks will get to hear some uncomfortable truths. Deployed to Iraq after the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, Zacchea's mission was to build and lead in combat the first Iraqi Army battalion trained by the U.S. military.  "The Ragged Edge" chronicles how he overcame language and cultural barriers to unify and lead his troops to fight bravely at the Battle of Fallujah against the forces t…

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Lifestyle
Tale Well Told: Shelton Native Is Voice Behind Blockbuster Podcast 'S-Town' Tale Well Told: Shelton Native Is Voice Behind Blockbuster Podcast 'S-Town'
Tale Well Told: Shelton Native Is Voice Behind Blockbuster Podcast 'S-Town' SHELTON, Conn. — A Shelton native is enjoying newfound fame as the host and executive producer of "S-Town," a podcast from the creators of "Serial" and "This American Life." Brian Reed, host and executive producer of the hit series — which took him more than three years to produce — has told various press outlets he's used to leading the interviews, not being the subject of them. Now that the podcast has come out, the Shelton High School grad (Class of 2003) is a bonafide star and the subject of many a story. The seven-episode-long podcast revolves around John B…

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News
Westport Native Gets Tony Nod For Best Original Score In 'Dear Evan Hansen' Westport Native Gets Tony Nod For Best Original Score In 'Dear Evan Hansen'
Westport Native Gets Tony Nod For Best Original Score In 'Dear Evan Hansen' WESTPORT, Conn. — Westport native Justin Paul continues to rack up the accolades. The 2003 Staples High grad, who recently won an Oscar for Best Original Song for "City of Stars" from "La La Land," has just been nominated Tuesday for a Tony Award for his work on the Broadway show, "Dear Evan Hansen."  He is nominated under the Best Original Score category. As with "La La Land," he shares the credit with his writing partner Benj Pasek. Their competition this year in Best Original Score are:  "Come From Away," with Music & Lyrics by I…

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Lifestyle
No Horsing Around: Brewster Non-Proft Gets Boost From Local Business No Horsing Around: Brewster Non-Proft Gets Boost From Local Business
No Horsing Around: Brewster Non-Proft Gets Boost From Local Business BREWSTER, N.Y. -- Pegasus Therapeutic Riding in Brewster has received a donation of all natural, handmade high-quality products from The Simple Equine, a Connecticut-based company built on the owners' love for horses. Tara Korde has expanded her line of equine products so it's not just horses who will benefit, but the horse riders and staff. In the past the products had been for animals only; it now includes bath and body care.  And, thanks to her mom, Anne, who helps run the business, there's now equestrian-themed sterling silver jewelry including antique and vintage pieces. The Riverside…

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Business
Scarsdale Women Start Swimwear Business (And Offer Discount For Readers) Scarsdale Women Start Swimwear Business (And Offer Discount For Readers)
Scarsdale Women Start Swimwear Business (And Offer Discount For Readers) SCARSDALE, N.Y. --  A visit to Mexico -- and a lament over finding the right bathing suit -- led Lara Serebrier Paul and Judith Heimowitz to create their own business. Joya Swim -- the name means "jewel" in Spanish and plays on their company's Mexican origins (all pieces are made there and the two women love the association of their line being a "jewel of the ocean") -- was formed in March 2016 and so far, has been taking off via trunk shows and website sales. This, despite the fact that the two Scarsdale moms had no retail experience per say. Heimowitz previously worked…

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Neighbors
New Rochelle Filmmaker Rediscovers The Dad He Never Knew In New Film New Rochelle Filmmaker Rediscovers The Dad He Never Knew In New Film
New Rochelle Filmmaker Rediscovers The Dad He Never Knew In New Film WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- New Rochelle native John Palomino is screening his first film, "Man of the House," at the Pelham Picture House Saturday, May 6. The short movie was filmed in and around New Rochelle and Mount Vernon, with nods to Mamaroneck, to mirror exactly what happened to him 24 years ago when his father, a New Rochelle firefighter, committed suicide, leaving behind him, then age six, and his one-year-old sister. "The script and casting were important, but the areas we shot in were just as important or even more so," explained Palomino. "I wanted the …

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News
Finally! Bedford Playhouse Begins Construction Finally! Bedford Playhouse Begins Construction
Finally! Bedford Playhouse Begins Construction BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Formal construction for the Bedford Playhouse will begin early this month, according to the theater's Board of Directors. After an extensive planning and review process, The Playhouse has awarded contracts to the following: R C Torre Construction Corporation, Bedford Hills - Construction and Build Out Darren Mercer, Katonah, NY - Architect Danielle Galland Design, NYC - Interior Design John Burkhardt, Big Show Consultant and Management, NYC - Owner's Representative/Project Manager “We are very excited to get our shovels in the ground," said Chairman Sarah Long. "…

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