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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Danbury, CT

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Hosting The Holidays? Here Are Four Easy Tips To Touch-Up Any Room From dinners and parties to family traditions around the fireplace, the holidays are truly all about the home. However, hosting these gatherings can be stressful, especially if certain rooms are in need of redecoration or repair. Thankfully, the interior design experts at Wallauer's Design Center shared their tips on how to make your home shine this holiday season, without breaking the bank. "A quick new fresh coat of paint in a dining room is a great way to get into the holiday spirit," said Kim Scappaticci, design director at Wallauer’s Design Center. "Try Benjamin Moore’s …

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Mahopac, NY

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Battlefield Bonds: Northern Westchester Nurse Shares Her Vietnam Experience MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For Mary “Edie” Meeks, an operating room nurse at Northern Westchester Hospital and a Beacon, N.Y. resident, the battlefields of Vietnam held unimaginable pain. Serving as a 1st Lieutenant in the Army Nurse Corps in Saigon and Pleiku, Vietnam from July 1968 to July 1969, Meeks experienced a side of the conflict few saw. Meeks, who grew up in Minnesota during the 1960s, began her career as an emergency room nurse in Minneapolis. As the Vietnam conflict intensified and she saw her brother drafted into the Marine Corps, Meeks was left with the feeling that she had to help.…

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Mahopac, NY

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NWH's Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Offers A 'Different Lifestyle' MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For those struggling with weight issues, obesity is more than just a physical problem. “I’ve been heavy since I was a little kid," said Sharon, a patient at Northern Westchester Hospital. "People perceive you differently [when you're obese], they stare at you." In addition to dealing with the stigma associated with being overweight, Sharon's health issues started to take a toll on her body. "Moving around I had a lot of orthopedic issues and back issues," she said. As everyday tasks became more of a challenge, Sharon couldn't stand to see her li…

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New City, NY

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Good Samaritan Hospital’s Vascular Surgery Program Tops Nation SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, has achieved Healthgrades’ top rating for its performance in Peripheral Vascular Bypass for the second straight year. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in lower New York State and northern New Jersey to receive five stars in both 2017 and 2018 for this surgical procedure, and one of only three hospitals in the state to receive the ranking. Healthgrades' five-star rating indicates Good Samaritan Hospital’s clinical outcomes are significantly better than national averages when treat…

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Newburgh, NY

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Rockland Hospital’s Vascular Surgery Program Tops Nation SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, has achieved Healthgrades’ top rating for its performance in Peripheral Vascular Bypass for the second straight year. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in lower New York State and northern New Jersey to receive five stars in both 2017 and 2018 for this surgical procedure, and one of only three hospitals in the state to receive the ranking. Healthgrades' five-star rating indicates Good Samaritan Hospital’s clinical outcomes are significantly better than national averages when treat…

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Newburgh, NY

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Rockland Hospital’s Vascular Surgery Program Tops Nation SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, has achieved Healthgrades’ top rating for its performance in Peripheral Vascular Bypass for the second straight year. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in lower New York State and northern New Jersey to receive five stars in both 2017 and 2018 for this surgical procedure, and one of only three hospitals in the state to receive the ranking. Healthgrades' five-star rating indicates Good Samaritan Hospital’s clinical outcomes are significantly better than national averages when treat…

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Darien, CT

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It’s Time To Train For Shoveling Snow Says ONS GREENWICH, Conn. -- Even though the first snowfall of the season isn't forecasted to amount to much, now is a good time to start conditioning for the inevitable piles of snow that will require shoveling this winter. According to Dr. Alex Levchenko, an interventional spine pain management specialist at Orthopedic and Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), all too often, people who are inactive throughout the year underestimate the physical challenge involved in clearing snow. Even someone in good shape can strain their back from the rotation of lifting and throwing snow. “You should take the time t…

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Harrison, NY

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It’s Time To Train For Shoveling Snow Says ONS HARRISON, N.Y. -- Even though the first snowfall of the season isn't forecasted to amount to much, now is a good time to start conditioning for the inevitable piles of snow that will require shoveling this winter. According to Dr. Alex Levchenko, an interventional spine pain management specialist at Orthopedic and Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), all too often, people who are inactive throughout the year underestimate the physical challenge involved in clearing snow. Even someone in good shape can strain their back from the rotation of lifting and throwing snow. “You should take the time to …

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12/06/2017

Newburgh, NY

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Knees For Praying: Area Hospital Keeps Cardinal's Ministry On The Move Cardinal Timothy Dolan is deeply invested and actively involved in his archdiocese. Unfortunately, this hands-on approach to his ministry has been taxing on the cardinal's knees. Not wanting to slow down in his service, Dolan took the advice of his orthopedist and sought physical therapy as a solution to his pain. According to Dolan, Access Physical Therapy and Wellness at Good Samaritan Hospital was a clear choice for a variety of reasons.“The first was the hospital’s reputation for medical excellence, competence and technical professionalism,” he said. “The second was because of the warm …

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Newburgh, NY

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Knees For Praying: Area Hospital Keeps Cardinal's Ministry On The Move Cardinal Timothy Dolan is deeply invested and actively involved in his archdiocese. Unfortunately, this hands-on approach to his ministry has been taxing on the cardinal's knees. Not wanting to slow down in his service, Dolan took the advice of his orthopedist and sought physical therapy as a solution to his pain. According to Dolan, Access Physical Therapy and Wellness at Good Samaritan Hospital was a clear choice for a variety of reasons.“The first was the hospital’s reputation for medical excellence, competence and technical professionalism,” he said. “The second was because of the warm …

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