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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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When Are Age Spots More Than Cosmetic? CareMount Doctor Explains When Are Age Spots More Than Cosmetic? CareMount Doctor Explains
When Are Age Spots More Than Cosmetic? CareMount Doctor Explains As we age, our skin can undergo various transformations. Due to sun exposure, genetics and other environmental factors, dark blemishes can appear on the face, arms and other exposed areas. Often times, these "age spots" are no more than a harmless overproduction of pigment, but sometimes they can be a warning sign of a larger problem. "Age spots appear as freckles," said Dr. Ross Levy, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. "These flat, oval areas occur when skin cells increase the production of pigment as a protective mechanism against the sun’s ultraviolet rays or e…
Greenwich Doctor Garners County-Wide 'Trailblazer' Recognition Greenwich Doctor Garners County-Wide 'Trailblazer' Recognition
Greenwich Doctor Garners County-Wide 'Trailblazer' Recognition GREENWICH, Conn. -- For Dr. Katherine Vadasdi, a joint specialist at Greenwich-based ONS, following the status quo has never been her calling. “I never let the fact that I was a female serve as a barrier to achieving my goals,” said Vadasdi, who was recently awarded the 2017 Female Trailblazer Award at the annual Fairfield County Doctors of Distinction Awards ceremony in Darien. Succeeding in a field where women make up less than 15 percent of all orthopedic surgeons has required hard work, but thanks to her extensive support network, Vadasdi has become a role model and resource for women at…
Local Scholars Honored By Dutchess County Chamber Foundation Local Scholars Honored By Dutchess County Chamber Foundation
Local Scholars Honored By Dutchess County Chamber Foundation POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. --The next generation of Dutchess County's business leaders will be recognized by the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce this June, in a special awards breakfast for those continuing their education in the Hudson Valley and beyond. Both high school seniors and young adults will be honored by The Chamber Foundation, the organization's nonprofit educational initiative, which will present nearly $40,000 in scholarships to students in Dutchess County at what they refer to as a Contact Breakfast. Chamber Foundation scholarships range in their specificity: some are off…
Don't Tough It Out: WMC Urges Men Over 40 To Visit Their Doctors Don't Tough It Out: WMC Urges Men Over 40 To Visit Their Doctors
Don't Tough It Out: WMC Urges Men Over 40 To Visit Their Doctors VALHALLA. N.Y. --  Paying a visit to the doctor for an annual checkup is a simple first step in maintaining proper health. However, many people - especially men - schedule these visits irregularly or avoid them entirely. According to doctors in the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, avoiding a checkup is a dangerous practice. “An annual physical exam becomes very, very important once you reach 40," said Dr. Parag Shah, internal medicine physician at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). "This is when vascular disea…
Receiving Requests For Money? Beware, It Could Be A Scam Says Oritani Bank Receiving Requests For Money? Beware, It Could Be A Scam Says Oritani Bank
Receiving Requests For Money? Beware, It Could Be A Scam Says Oritani Bank TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J. -- If you ever receive a suspicious email, phone call or letter asking for money or important financial information, be sure to think twice. "There are more hackers and scammers now than ever before," said Michele Calise, senior vice president of retail banking at Township of Washington-based Oritani Bank. "That's why it's important to be aware and make sure you’re protecting yourself." For instance, the "frozen account" email is one common tactic scammers use to pilfer bank login information. "If you receive a call or email as…
Want To Jump Start Your Day? Try These Power-Packed Breakfast Combinations Want To Jump Start Your Day? Try These Power-Packed Breakfast Combinations
Want To Jump Start Your Day? Try These Power-Packed Breakfast Combinations MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Often billed "the most important meal," a healthy breakfast can set the tone for the rest of the day. However, not all breakfasts are created equal, according to the nutrition experts at Northern Westchester Hospital. "For most people, eating a protein and fiber rich breakfast helps to control appetite throughout the day," said Amy Rosenfeld, a dietitian at Northern Westchester Hospital. "Waiting to eat until you are starving at lunch time can cause overeating and grazing on snacks." Breakfast doesn’t need to be an elaborate, multi-course a…
From Marathons To Mansions, William Pitt Agent Keeps Homes Moving From Marathons To Mansions, William Pitt Agent Keeps Homes Moving
From Marathons To Mansions, William Pitt Agent Keeps Homes Moving SOUTHPORT, Conn. -- For Jennifer Rohr, getting involved in real estate has been a family affair. "I grew up around my parent’s construction company," said Rohr, who was born in Mexico and raised in Goshen, N.Y. "I would go on job sites with my dad when I was younger, helping him with his projects. My mom was also into design and decor." Although she enjoyed being around houses and real state, Rohr didn't initially consider making a career in the field. A biology major in college, Rohr first explored becoming a doctor. "l aways had an interest in helping and working …
Take A Step Back On This Date In History With Westchester Medical Center Take A Step Back On This Date In History With Westchester Medical Center
Take A Step Back On This Date In History With Westchester Medical Center VALHALLA, N.Y. -- For more than a century, Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, has been vital to the Hudson Valley region. Founded as an Army hospital in 1917 to care for the victims of the global influenza epidemic, WMC has been meeting the health needs of the Hudson Valley ever since. As they celebrate 100 Years of Advanced Care in 2017, the hospital is stepping back a century in American history and taking a look at our country’s defining moments during its inaugural year. The gold standard by which literary, musical and journalistic …
Longtime Westchester Doctor Joins WPH's Physician Associates Team Longtime Westchester Doctor Joins WPH's Physician Associates Team
Longtime Westchester Doctor Joins WPH's Physician Associates Team WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital has added new pulmonary expertise to its ambulatory physician practices, with the addition of Dr. Louis Vizioli to the hospital's Physician Associates Division. Vizioli specializes in pulmonary, critical care, primary care and internal medicine, having been in practice for more than 25 years. He has been an attending physician in the department of medicine at the hospital since 1993, and currently serves as a physician for the White Plains police and fire departments. After earning his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, V…
Ridgefield Rescue Shelter Matches Local Families With Four Legged Friends Ridgefield Rescue Shelter Matches Local Families With Four Legged Friends
Ridgefield Rescue Shelter Matches Local Families With Four Legged Friends RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Finding a new home for a rescue dog or cat is no easy task. Housing, feeding and caring for pets before they're adopted by new owners is both time and labor intensive. But for Allyson Dotson, she wouldn't have it any other way. "After the death of my first dog, Spirit, in 2007 at the age of 17, I was missing his companionship," said Dotson, director of Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue - or ROAR. "I wanted to help animals in need and I decided to try volunteering at ROAR." The rest is history. After volunteering at the center for several years, D…
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