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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Scarsdale Shows Its Valentine's Spirit Scarsdale Shows Its Valentine's Spirit Scarsdale Shows Its Valentine's Spirit
Scarsdale Shows Its Valentine's Spirit SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Valentine's Day is a week from today but Scarsdale is already showing the love with heart decorations at Colonial Village Shopping Center on Weaver Street.  Got a photo you want to share? A snow shot or your favorite place? Send to [email protected].
Greenwich Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro-North Accident Greenwich Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro-North Accident Greenwich Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro-North Accident
Greenwich Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro-North Accident GREENWICH, Conn. -- The horrific and deadly Metro-North accident Tuesday in Valhalla, N.Y., has left folks shaken up, whether they commute regularly by train or not. All of these feelings are normal, so allow yourself time to absorb and process them, said Dr. Joyce Pere, a psychiatrist at Greenwich Hospital.  "There is a wide range of emotions that people can have after a person has been exposed to a traumatic event as the Metro-North Valhalla train accident," she said. "They can experience what is called Acute Stress Disorder or, if it goes longer, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Fe…
Putnam Hospital Expert Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro North Accident Putnam Hospital Expert Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro North Accident Putnam Hospital Expert Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro North Accident
Putnam Hospital Expert Discusses Emotional Aspects Of Metro North Accident CARMEL, N.Y. – In light of Tuesday's Metro North train crash in Valhalla, many folks -- even those who weren't on the commuter train -- may be experiencing a range of emotions. So explained Dennis Ulman, a certified mental health counselor and coordinator of the Behavior Response Team at Putnam Hospital Center, who stressed that traumatic events like this affect people in different ways. Reactions range from denial to shock to anger to guilt to sleeplessness. Among his takeaways: Normalize things as best as you can. If that means getting a massage or seeing a movie or hanging out with f…
Danbury's Mad Hatter Chorus Offers Singing Valentines Danbury's Mad Hatter Chorus Offers Singing Valentines Danbury's Mad Hatter Chorus Offers Singing Valentines
Danbury's Mad Hatter Chorus Offers Singing Valentines DANBURY, Conn. -- Looking for something special to do for Valentine’s Day? The Mad Hatter Chorus, a 30-man a cappella chorus from Danbury, is offering "Singing Valentines" delivered by a well-dressed quartet complete with a rose, a card, and classic barbershop harmony on Feb. 13 and Feb. 14 as part of its annual fundraiser. For $49, you can surprise your sweetie at home, at a restaurant, or at the office with two memorable songs appropriate to the occasion. The group, based in Danbury, will travel (by appointment) throughout the area, including New Fairfield, Bethel, Ridgefield, Brookfield…
White Plains Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects of Metro-North Accident White Plains Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects of Metro-North Accident White Plains Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects of Metro-North Accident
White Plains Doctor Discusses Emotional Aspects of Metro-North Accident WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. --- For many riders, getting back on Metro-North after Tuesday's disastrous accident may be tough. There may be feelings of anxiety and worry. All of that is normal, agree experts, not only for those on the train but for those who rely on Metro-North daily and their family and loved ones who don't. "The most important thing is to have people understand that whatever it is they may be experiencing on an emotional level is valid and there is no 'correct' emotional response to tragedy and trauma," said Richard Catanzaro, chief of psychiatry at Mount Kisco's Northern West…
Soup's On: Culinary Finds For Warming Up In Greenwich Soup's On: Culinary Finds For Warming Up In Greenwich Soup's On: Culinary Finds For Warming Up In Greenwich
Soup's On: Culinary Finds For Warming Up In Greenwich GREENWICH, Conn. -- Six more weeks of winter -- with more snow on the way! Can we all say a collective "ugh?" Punxsutawney Phil broke our hearts earlier in the week when his shadow forecast more gray days ahead. One remedy for the cold? Greenwich eateries with hot, house-made soups. Here's a sampling:  The sushi gets rave reviews online at Asiana Cafe but next time, try the soups. The seafood coconut curry and Tom Yung Gung are hot and spicy and a great way to put winter's chill at bay. Grab a spoon: 130 E. Putnam Ave., 203-622-6833, www.asianacafe.com. Bistro Versailles has a new …
Yonkers Statues Along Riverfront Are Our 'Photos Of The Day' Yonkers Statues Along Riverfront Are Our 'Photos Of The Day' Yonkers Statues Along Riverfront Are Our 'Photos Of The Day'
Yonkers Statues Along Riverfront Are Our 'Photos Of The Day' YONKERS, N.Y. -- Talk about stone cold. It's so frigid it seems even the statues on the pier near X20 Xaviars on the Hudson are contemplating winter's chill.  Got a snow photo you want to share? The white stuff is sticking around so we'd love to see what you have. Send images to [email protected].
The Lot Is Full (Of Snow) At Quaker Ridge In New Rochelle The Lot Is Full (Of Snow) At Quaker Ridge In New Rochelle The Lot Is Full (Of Snow) At Quaker Ridge In New Rochelle
The Lot Is Full (Of Snow) At Quaker Ridge In New Rochelle NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - The snow pile at Quaker Ridge Shopping Center's parking lot is big and, unfortunately, probably going to get bigger with more snow predicted this weekend. Got a snow photo you want to share? The white stuff is sticking around so we'd love to see what you have. Send images to [email protected].
Slow Down At Railroad Crossings, Greenwich Driving Expert Says Slow Down At Railroad Crossings, Greenwich Driving Expert Says Slow Down At Railroad Crossings, Greenwich Driving Expert Says
Slow Down At Railroad Crossings, Greenwich Driving Expert Says FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Collisions between cars and trains are the greatest source of injuries and fatalities in the railroad industry, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration. Nationwide about 270 deaths occur a year at public and private grade crossings. And now, sadly, six people have died in such an accident in Valhalla, N.Y. A grade crossing is a location where a public highway, road, street or private roadway crosses railroad tracks at grade, or at the same level as the street. That also includes any associated sidewalks and pathways go…
Putnam Driving Expert Offer Tips On Guard Crossings Putnam Driving Expert Offer Tips On Guard Crossings Putnam Driving Expert Offer Tips On Guard Crossings
Putnam Driving Expert Offer Tips On Guard Crossings PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Collisions between highway vehicles and trains have been the greatest source of injuries and fatalities in the railroad industry, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Nationwide, about 270 deaths occur a year at public and private grade crossings. And now, sadly, this situation has occurred in Valhalla. A grade crossing is a location where a public highway, road, street, or private roadway, including associated sidewalks, and pathways, crosses railroad tracks at grade - the same level as the street.  Combined…
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