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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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Bergenfield, NJ

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Make Boring Lunches A Thing Of The Past This School Year RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Getting the kids ready to go back to school often involves shopping for supplies and clothes and attempting to establish a normal sleep routine. However, another key part of ensuring that children are prepared to tackle the new school year is sending them to school with a healthy lunch. Fortunately, getting an 'A' in flavor and nutrition is easier than most think. Dr. Sherry Sakowitz-Sukkar of Valley Medical Group explain the many benefits to packing a healthy lunch. These include: Helping your child to remain alert, energized and focused in class Teaching your child abo…

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Bergenfield, NJ

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Keep Your Heart Pumping For Joy With Simple Cardiac Checkups RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States and according to the American Heart Association, a heart attack strikes every 43 seconds. Although the statistics are worrisome, knowing a person's risk for a heart attack as well as the signs and symptoms of one can head off potential episodes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- or CDC -- states that key factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol and smoking. "Believe it or not, about half of Americans have at least one of these three risk factors," said Dr. G…

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Bergenfield, NJ

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Make Every Month Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Performing A Self Exam RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- While October is a month known for pumpkin picking, hayrides and beautiful fall foliage, it's also synonymous with breast cancer awareness. However, by performing regular breast self-exams throughout the year instead of in October only, cancer can be identified and treated with a greater success rate. The first step to properly performing a breast self-exam is for you to become familiar with your body so that you can be cognizant of any changes that may occur. Once you've become familiar, there are many ways to perform a self exam. The National Breast Cancer Foundation sha…

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Armonk, NY

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Pace People This Week: Law & Order, Hoboken Helper PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Pace student Camille Marino was on WABC Eyewitness News for her positive response to the Hoboken train crash. She offered hugs to those affected in the aftermath of the disaster. Her account can be found here. Pace University student Alexis Collins was featured last week on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as "Ashley Harper." Special guests included Henry Thomas, Kelli Williams, and Vice President Joe Biden. The episode focused on the backlog of rape kits in the United States …

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Armonk, NY

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Westchester Caregiver Receives Nationwide Recognition By L’Oréal Paris MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Westchester resident Marian Hamilton, founder of The Ken Hamilton Caregivers Center -- or KHCC -- at Northern Westchester Hospital, understands that caring for a sick loved one is no easy task. Thanks to her visionary efforts, the KHCC has had over 50,000 family interactions ensuring caregivers in the Westchester community have received support and comfort in times of great need. Because of her steadfast commitment to caregivers, she has been named one of the 2016 Women of Worth by L’Oréal Paris, an award which recognizes women making an extraordinary difference across t…

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Rhinebeck Primary Care Office Adds Family Physician RHINEBECK, N.Y. – Dr. Zacharias Chasin recently joined Health Quest Medical Practice’s primary care office in Rhinebeck, where he treats adults and children ages 5 and older. The board-certified family medicine physician spent the past seven years at Columbia Memorial Health’s primary care division in Greene County, performing annual checkups, treating common and chronic illnesses, and overseeing preventive care. He also volunteered as the medical director of the Greene County Health Fair from 2011-14. “I believe in establishing a strong rapport with my patients, which starts with communica…

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Armonk, NY

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Burke PT Uses His Own Past Paralysis To Help Patients Make Steps Today WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- For Ben Gilbert, director of Outpatient Rehab Services and an orthopedic clinical specialist at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in White Plains, the desire to become a physical therapist was born out of his own traumatic struggle. "When I was 16, I became paralyzed on my entire right side after having brain surgery," said Gilbert. The once athletic teen found himself unable to complete simple daily tasks. "I had physical therapy for years and years afterwards." It was while working with physical therapists on an ongoing basis that it occurred to Gilber…

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Child Feeling Groggy? Hit The Hay Says Valley Hospital Sleep Expert RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Is your child getting enough sleep? According to the National Sleep Foundation, the answer in most cases is no. Although the recommended amount varies by age, children in school should generally be sleeping for a minimum of 8 hours a night, and can even benefit from up to 10, according to experts. "Sleep disorders and general sleep problems can start young," said Dr. Stephanie Zandieh, director of Pediatric Sleep Disorders and Apnea Center at Valley Hospital. "Fortunately, sometimes the problem can be addressed with something as simple as physical activity…

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Armonk, NY

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Is It Time For A Shake-Up In Albany? Rye Councilwoman Thinks So WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Enough is enough, says Julie Killian, a Rye City Councilwoman and longtime Westchester education and anti-drug abuse leader, when talking about mismanagement in New York State. According to Killian, the corruption and inefficiencies in Albany have gone too far, with billions of dollars added each year to the costs of living and doing business in New York. Killian feels what she's dubbed the state’s “corruption tax” is the reason New York has become the highest taxed, most over regulated, and least economically competitive state in America. It's the needless spending and …

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Darien, CT

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HSS Doctor Keeps Patients' Biceps Flexing STAMFORD, Conn. -- Cartoons depicting Popeye’s bulging biceps after he guzzled down a can of spinach only told half the story. Unfortunately, America's favorite sailor, like many others, went on to develop intense pain in the front of his shoulders as the years passed and was diagnosed with biceps tendinitis. Biceps tendinitis is a catchall term that describes pain related to the long head of the biceps tendon, or LHBT, which stems from a wide array of different lesions. Recent research has helped us expand our understanding of this important disease. Below HSS sports medicine surgeon Dr. Sa…

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