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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Paramus, NJ
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Prep Your Body Like A Pro As MLB Teams Make Postseason Push Prep Your Body Like A Pro As MLB Teams Make Postseason Push
Prep Your Body Like A Pro As MLB Teams Make Postseason Push PARAMUS, N.J. -- With MLB postseason play underway, it’s important for players to be prepared and ready for the physical demands of the final stretch. According to Dr. Anil Ranawat, Orthopedic Surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery and Assistant Team Physician for the New York Mets, after the long grueling season, the most important aspect of the postseason is staying physically and mentally prepared.  Below Ranawat offers tips on how to stay in peak physical condition for the playoffs.  Stretch -- After going through the regular season, it is very easy to become more relaxed and start tak…

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Armonk, NY
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Rye Mom, Senate Hopeful Strives To Tackle State's Teen Drug Abuse Rye Mom, Senate Hopeful Strives To Tackle State's Teen Drug Abuse
Rye Mom, Senate Hopeful Strives To Tackle State's Teen Drug Abuse RYE, N.Y. -- When it comes to dealing with youth drug abuse, State Senate candidate and Rye City Councilwoman, Julie Killian, knows more than most. Killian is known for her involvement in Westchester anti-drug coalitions, and has worked to get local teenagers off drugs and educate all youths on the dangers of harmful substances. Killian co-founded Rye Action for Children and Teens, or RyeACT, as a community organization designed to educate teenagers and their parents about the dangers of drug use. Through support, education and outreach, she hopes to end at the pattern of shattered lives an…

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Armonk, NY
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Is State Education Top Of The Class? State Senate Candidate Says No Is State Education Top Of The Class? State Senate Candidate Says No
Is State Education Top Of The Class? State Senate Candidate Says No RYE, N.Y. -- According to Julie Killian, despite sending more money to Albany annually than the vast majority of New York counties, Westchester doesn’t get its fair share of state education funding. It's discrepancies like this that have to change, she says. A State Senate candidate, Rye City Councilwoman, mother of five, and an active Westchester school parent for years, Killian plans to use her leverage in the state senate to demand these formulas be changed. According to Killian, Westchester's low funding level stems from two issues: Albany’s current appropriation formula and a regional …

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Bergenfield, NJ
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'Fall' For New Windows This Autumn With Renewal By Andersen 'Fall' For New Windows This Autumn With Renewal By Andersen
'Fall' For New Windows This Autumn With Renewal By Andersen NEW JERSEY -- With the heat of summer behind us, fall's mild weather is perfect for home repair projects, and one of the most important improvements prior to the cold winter months is replacing old, drafty windows. Below the design and installation experts at Renewal by Andersen share their favorite ways and reasons to upgrade those windows this fall. Light-filled bay windows provide a spectacular panoramic view of seasonal changes. However, scratched, fogged and dirty windows can cause homeowners to miss birds' fall migration or obscure brilliant foliage. By installing Renewal by Andersen's…

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Armonk, NY
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OCA, Pace Invite Young Voters To 'Meet The Candidates' OCA, Pace Invite Young Voters To 'Meet The Candidates'
OCA, Pace Invite Young Voters To 'Meet The Candidates' PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- This election, Pace University is giving student voters the chance to interact with those running for office better than ever before. At the annual Westchester County 'Meet the Candidates' event, students will be able to speak with candidates, learn about their political views, and understand how the officials intend to represent the population while in office. The event will be held on Oct. 11, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Kessel Student Center's Multi-Purpose Room on Pace's Pleasantville campus. The evening is sponsored by the Organization of Chinese Americans …

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Armonk, NY
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Ossining Principal Helps Future Educators Hone Their Craft Ossining Principal Helps Future Educators Hone Their Craft
Ossining Principal Helps Future Educators Hone Their Craft PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Pace University School of Education students and faculty members experienced a different kind of schooling last week, thanks to Regina Cellio, principal of Anne M. Dorner Middle School in Ossining. Cellio explained to those in attendance what it's like to be a principal in a diverse middle school during a time of profound cultural change. She spoke to a large crowd about her school's diversity and the importance of educating all children. Ossining Union Free School District has received regional attention for this initiative, having recently been featured in a Journa…

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Armonk, NY
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Seven-Time Ironman Returns To The Races To Benefit Hospital Community Seven-Time Ironman Returns To The Races To Benefit Hospital Community
Seven-Time Ironman Returns To The Races To Benefit Hospital Community VALHALLA, N.Y. -- This fall, six Westchester Medical Center Health Network employees from across the Hudson Valley will channel their fighting spirit in the TCS New York City Marathon on Nov. 6. Highland resident George Prisco is no stranger to rugged competitions. An executive at WMCHealth's MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, he's finished seven Ironman triathlons, most recently completing the grueling trifecta - a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile marathon - in 2013. Prisco thought his marathon days were done. However, when the opportunity arose to run in supp…

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Armonk, NY
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Pace Alumni Head Back To School For Annual Homecoming Pace Alumni Head Back To School For Annual Homecoming
Pace Alumni Head Back To School For Annual Homecoming PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- It's back to school for Pace University’s Westchester alumni, although pencils and paper aren't required. The school's annual homecoming and reunion will take place over Columbus Day weekend with events held across the Pleasantville campus. Students, staff, faculty and alumni will participate in a variety of activities including a pep rally, bonfire and Step and Stroll show. There will also be an alumni tent as well as the annual football game against this year's opponent, Southern Connecticut State. Current students will compete in banner competitions and will ultimat…

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Cresskill-Closter, NJ
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Better Homes And Gardens Rand Realty Welcomes New Manager Better Homes And Gardens Rand Realty Welcomes New Manager
Better Homes And Gardens Rand Realty Welcomes New Manager CLOSTER, N.J. -- Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty has welcomed Lisa Comito as the new manager of the agency's Closter office. “I’m very thankful to have been given the opportunity to lead an office for Rand Realty,” said Comito. “The agents in Closter are very committed to their profession, and I can’t wait to collaborate with them as we work our hardest to bring a quality real-estate experience to our clients.” Comito joins the company with a strong knowledge of the Rockland and Bergen County real estate markets and, as an accomplished attorney, exhibits substantial skills in negotiati…

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Darien, CT
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Should Marathon Runners Get Surgery For Torn Meniscus? Should Marathon Runners Get Surgery For Torn Meniscus?
Should Marathon Runners Get Surgery For Torn Meniscus? STAMFORD, Conn. -- With the NYC marathon just one month away, many people are ramping up their training in order to run through the five boroughs with over 40,000 others.  However, injuries are a part of the sport and marathon running is no exception. Distance running puts enormous stress on many parts of the body, including the knees, and one of the most common injuries is a torn meniscus. Hospital for Special Surgery's Dr. Robert Marx answers your questions on meniscus injuries. What is a meniscus? There are two menisci in each knee, one medial (inside) and one lateral (outside). The men…

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