John Haffey

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John is a graduate of Villanova University with degrees in History, Communications, and Political Science. A lifelong Norwalk resident, he covers an array of topics from real estate and education to sports and entertainment. John has previously worked as a freelance reporter and brings experience in digital media advertising. A surfer, fisherman, and boater, John is prone to drop everything if the fish begin to bite or the waves are on. John Haffey was a former content writer at Daily Voice.

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Armonk, NY

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Now Is The Time To Prep Against The Flu Advises NWH Doctor MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- With the balmy summer temperatures gone, and the chill of winter not far off, now is the time to prep for the season's most unwelcome guest: the flu. Northern Westchester Hospital's Dr. Debra Spicehandler is the Co-Chief of infectious diseases, and advises on getting vaccinated before it is too late. Last year, it was reported that the annual shot was not effective in combating that year's particular virus, but this year should offer better protection, Dr. Spicehandler says. "Developing the yearly flu vaccine is a complex process: Several months in advance of flu …

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Armonk, NY

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NWH Dietitians Share Healthy Seasonal Recipes At Pound Ridge Festival MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Who says seasonal delights have to be loaded with sugars and fats? NWH was a proud sponsor of The Pound Ridge Harvest Festival. Hospital Dietitians helped the community celebrate with low-fat, high protein autumn snacks – they made a delicious Pumpkin Ricotta Dip! To get the recipe, click here.

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Bergenfield, NJ

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The Valley Hospital Helps You 'Fall Back' This Weekend RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. this upcoming Sunday, which means setting our clocks back an hour and -- for many of us -- enjoying an extra hour of sleep. Thanks to that extra hour, "falling back" isn't nearly as disruptive to our bodies as "springing forward." Our circadian rhythms, or our bodies' natural biologic clocks, can usually adjust quickly to the additional hour. Because the biologic clock is slightly longer than 24 hours, it is usually much easier to sleep an hour later than to get up an hour earlier. If you are among the millions of A…

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Harrison, NY

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Resurrection School Students' 'Midnight Run' Helps Manhattan Homeless RYE, N.Y. -- For the twelfth straight year, Resurrection Grammar School's 8th grade students have volunteered in Midnight Runs to New York City homeless shelters. During each run, students provide clothing, blankets, shoes and food to approximately 100 homeless men and women. In addition, the school’s seventh grade students was involved by preparing homemade soup to serve on the runs. SUVs were filled with donated clothing and food for the homeless and made five pre-designated stops on the streets of Manhattan to serve the needy. “The Midnight Runs are the core focus of our 8th graders’ com…

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Greenburgh, NY

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Greenburgh Town Board To Vote On New Sidewalks In Edgemont GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- For pedestrians in Edgemont, new sidewalks may be just around the corner. On Wednesday evening, the Greenburgh Town Board will take the next steps needed preparing for new sidewalks in Edgemont. "Over the years many parents of young children who live in Old Edgemont, Cotswold and Southern Greenville have requested that the town construct sidewalks on Seely Place so students can walk to school safely," Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said. "Parents who reside in the Southern Greenville neighborhood have asked the town to build a sidewalk on Fort Hill Road from …

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Armonk, NY

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Neighbors Link, NWH Partner To Provide Health Screening For Families MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- With flu season right around the corner, dozens of Westchester families took advantage of Northern Westchester Hospital's annual Neighbors Link Family Health Day this past Sunday, Oct. 18 to prepare themselves. NWH nurses provided flu shots, a mini Teddy Bear Clinic, as well as diabetes, cholesterol and blood pressure screenings to immigrant families during the free clinic. Neighbors Link is a service that aims to help immigrants assimilate into Westchester communities safely and successfully. Family Health Day is one of many events sponsored by Neighbors Link each mont…

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Armonk, NY

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Pace To Host Cyber Threat Intelligence Symposium NEW YORK -- Pace University's Manhattan campus will be hosting a panel discussion on the growing threat of cyber threats and espinage, on Oct. 30 from 12:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Entitled 'Threat Intelligence Symposium: Using Human Intel & Cyber Intel to Protect Our Critical Infrastructure' the discussion will center on developing your own cyber intelligence gathering program, identifying your adversaries and insider threats. Moderated by Pace's Assistant Professor & Director of Cybersecurity, Dr. Darren Hayes, the symposium speakers will include: Joel Krauss, Director of Strategic In…

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Mamaroneck, NY

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New Rochelle Unveils My Brother’s Keeper Action Plan NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- In the first partnership of its kind in Westchester County, the City of New Rochelle and the City School District of New Rochelle plan to unveil a community wide plan in response to President Obama’s 'My Brother’s Keeper' initiative on Monday, Oct. 26, at 4:00 p.m. at New Rochelle High School. The unveiling will be held in the Whitney M. Young Auditorium. All are welcome to attend. In February 2014, President Barack Obama announced 'My Brother’s Keeper,' urging communities across the country to band together to better support boys and young men of color. In April 2015 t…

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Armonk, NY

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Help Spread Halloween Scaries To Northern Westchester Hospital Patients MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Northern Westchester Hospital is looking families to help patients get in the Halloween spirit later this month. Volunteers will be able create and decorate get-well cards as well as make Halloween goody bags filled with games, toys and snacks for patients and their families. The event will take place in the hospital's North Building, Conference Rooms A & B on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. To register or learn more please call Whitney Wasserman at 914-242-8382 or [email protected]

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Bergenfield, NJ

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Keep Your Wheels Moving This Fall With Simple Car Maintenance Tips HAWTHORNE, N.J. -- With the heat of summer over, there's no better way to enjoy the fall foliage than a scenic drive to see the changing leaves. However, nothing can cause a road trip to go south faster than an unexpected breakdown. According to the service technicians at Hawthorne Chevrolet, an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure when it comes to your car this fall. First and foremost, the car's cooling system should be examined as weather begins to chill. A 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water should be added to ensure the engine stays cool while operating but does not freeze w…

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