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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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New City Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out New City Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out
New City Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out An active and energetic grandmother, Harriet Leitner was used to a life on the go. Even in retirement, the 69-year-old New City resident filled her days with everything from long walks to babysitting duties. That's why, when a lower abdomen pain developed one winter, she took notice. "The pain was always there,” said Leitner, a former college professor. A gastroenterologist diagnosed her with diverticulitis, a digestive disease that causes inflammation of the colon. Her white-blood-cell count was high, as well, so she was admitted to Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern. After a four-day …

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Genetic Or Environmental: What Are Cancer's Familial Ties? Genetic Or Environmental: What Are Cancer's Familial Ties?
Genetic Or Environmental: What Are Cancer's Familial Ties? According to Dr. Shawn Zimberg, medical director of radiation oncology at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, despite considerable advances in identifying and treating the disease, the causes of cancer remain very much a mystery. Some claim development is based on family history, while other studies prove to the contrary. “Cancer is an abnormal growth whereby normal tissue is either exposed to, or has inherited, one or more genetics, environmental or social factors that can contribute to cells going awry," said Zimberg. "Over time, we age and these exposures and risks can go up.” …

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Newburgh, NY
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From Diagnosis To Recovery, Orange County Cancer Patient Tells Her Story From Diagnosis To Recovery, Orange County Cancer Patient Tells Her Story
From Diagnosis To Recovery, Orange County Cancer Patient Tells Her Story Shortly after her wedding, Stephanie Wander was diagnosed with breast cancer. Facing the unknown, through the support of her new husband and the oncological experts at Good Samaritan Hospital, the Chester, N.Y. resident was able to fight back against the deadly disease. This is her survivor story, in her words: I met my current husband, Alex, in 2004, when we both worked at a luxury-car dealership. I was in the business office, and he was the parts manager. Alex likes to tell people: “It was love at first sight. I never stopped thinking about her.” We went through a lot to be together. In 2…

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Hudson Valley Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out Hudson Valley Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out
Hudson Valley Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out An active and energetic grandmother, Harriet Leitner was used to a life on the go. Even in retirement, the 69-year-old New City resident filled her days with everything from long walks to babysitting duties. That's why, when a lower abdomen pain developed one winter, she took notice. "The pain was always there,” said Leitner, a former college professor. A gastroenterologist diagnosed her with diverticulitis, a digestive disease that causes inflammation of the colon. Her white-blood-cell count was high, as well, so she was admitted to Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern. After a four-day…

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From Diagnosis To Recovery, Orange County Cancer Patient Tells Her Story From Diagnosis To Recovery, Orange County Cancer Patient Tells Her Story
From Diagnosis To Recovery, Orange County Cancer Patient Tells Her Story Shortly after her wedding, Stephanie Wander was diagnosed with breast cancer. Facing the unknown, through the support of her new husband and the oncological experts at Good Samaritan Hospital, the Chester, N.Y. resident was able to fight back against the deadly disease. This is her survivor story, in her words: I met my current husband, Alex, in 2004, when we both worked at a luxury-car dealership. I was in the business office, and he was the parts manager. Alex likes to tell people: “It was love at first sight. I never stopped thinking about her.” We went through a lot to be together. In 2…

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Hudson Valley Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out Hudson Valley Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out
Hudson Valley Grandmother Shows Strength, Inside And Out An active and energetic grandmother, Harriet Leitner was used to a life on the go. Even in retirement, the 69-year-old New City resident filled her days with everything from long walks to babysitting duties. That's why, when a lower abdomen pain developed one winter, she took notice. "The pain was always there,” said Leitner, a former college professor. A gastroenterologist diagnosed her with diverticulitis, a digestive disease that causes inflammation of the colon. Her white-blood-cell count was high, as well, so she was admitted to Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern. After a four-day …

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Dutchess Chamber Expo Caters To Local Businesses, Adds Hospitality Dutchess Chamber Expo Caters To Local Businesses, Adds Hospitality
Dutchess Chamber Expo Caters To Local Businesses, Adds Hospitality DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Looking to experience the Hudson Valley's premier products and services? The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce is helping connect business owners and consumers at its annual area exposition. The Think Local First Business & Hospitality Expo will be held at the Mid-Hudson Civic Center on Wednesday, Oct. 25.  An annual event, this year's expo will feature a Hospitality Garden, where local venues, restaurants, caterers, hotels and craft beverage makers will showcase their products and offer free photos and samples of their goods. This year’s meeting will…

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WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon
WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon A team of 12 runners from Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) representing different backgrounds and medical professions across the Hudson Valley will compete in the TCS New York City Marathon on November 5. Team members will raise money in support of the patients they care for at WMCHealth’s 10 Hudson Valley hospitals. Here is a closer look at the runners who will “Go the Distance to Make a Difference.” Melissa Maura, PT, DPT, Monroe, N.Y. – Running for Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of WMCHealth Melissa, a physical therapist in the trauma intensive care unit at…

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WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon
WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon A team of 12 runners from Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) representing different backgrounds and medical professions across the Hudson Valley will compete in the TCS New York City Marathon on November 5. Team members will raise money in support of the patients they care for at WMCHealth’s 10 Hudson Valley hospitals. Here is a closer look at the runners who will “Go the Distance to Make a Difference.” Henry Spence, RN, Mount Vernon, N.Y. – Running for Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of WMCHealth  Henry Spence’s interest in running started four years ago when a …

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WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon
WMC Doctors, Nurses And Staff Run For A Cause At New York City Marathon A team of 12 runners from Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) representing different backgrounds and medical professions across the Hudson Valley will compete in the TCS New York City Marathon on November 5. Team members will raise money in support of the patients they care for at WMCHealth’s 10 Hudson Valley hospitals. Here is a closer look at the runners who will “Go the Distance to Make a Difference.” Boeu Chon, DO, New York City – Running for Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of WMCHealth Since joining the medical team at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital six y…

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