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John Haffey

Client Editor

jhaffey@dailyvoice.com

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.

John Haffey's Contributions

Business

Help Your Future Self By Boosting Your Financial Contributions A common question Financial Advisors hear from clients is, “How can I save more than I’m saving now?” Fortunately, there are several ways you can accomplish that goal with a bit of professional help. Last month we discussed monitoring your expenses and reducing credit card expenses. We conclude today with boosting contributions. If you participate in a workplace retirement plan, consider increasing your contribution by an additional 1% or 2% of income. Even if you think that may be too much, try it out for a few months. The extra effort could make a big difference down the road: Contribu…

Content Partner: The Peloso-Barnes Group

Lifestyle

Help Give Oakland Parks A Facelift With Spring Cleanup OAKLAND, N.J. -- Come show your green thumb this Saturday as the Oakland Environmental Commission is hosting a town clean-up for city parks. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, however children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear long sleeves/pants, sturdy shoes, gloves and bug spray. All helpers will be assigned and accompanied to a specific park clean up area. "This is just another great example of the pride and the sense of community that the residents of Oakland have," said Chopper Russo of Chopper Russo Real Estate group who will be helping with the clean-up. "I…

Content Partner: Chopper Russo Group - RE/Max Traditions Real Estate

Lifestyle

Hospital For Special Surgery Doctor Explains Care For Your Cartilage PARAMUS, N.J. -- As our bodies age, joints pain tends to be the first step in a seemingly long road of mobility issues. Cartilage injuries are often at the root of this downfall; Hospital for Special Surgery sports medicine surgeon, Dr. Anil Ranawat, discusses what causes cartilage to break down. Can you talk about the current status of artificial cartilage? I had knee surgery more than 20 years ago where they removed cartilage from my left knee and now, I am in considerable pain. People often confuse cartilage and meniscus. The former is coating at the end of bone that has a high water con…

Content Partner: Hospital for Special Surgery

Lifestyle

Playing Ball? Know Before You Throw STAMFORD, Conn. -- No matter your age or skill level, having a catch is one of the sure signs that spring is here and summer is right around the corner. However, showing off your fastball after months of inactivity can wreak havoc on little-used ligaments. Dr. Andrew Pearle, an orthopedic surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery shares an example of coming out of the gate throwing and the problems it brings. "A close friend called me during a trip to spring training," said Dr. Pearle "I’m so excited to live baseball for a week in Florida," said his friend. "I even got…

Content Partner: Hospital for Special Surgery

Lifestyle

Buds, Birds: What Are The True Harbingers of Spring? As spring unfolds, there are many signs that warm days are right around the corner. Sports fans notice shifting coverage from basketball to baseball, while gardeners take notice of developing buds and blooming crocuses. Predictably, birdwatchers are no different in their ability to mark this time of year, as certain cues from the surrounding birdlife are often surprisingly accurate barometers for this season of change. While colloquial wisdom marks spring’s beginning with the arrival of the first American Robins, most birdwatchers recognize that such a claim as rather inaccurate. One can fin…

by William Haffey

04/19/2016

Lifestyle

Is Your A/C Unit Ready For The Hot Summer Months? PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- The National Weather Service is projecting a really hot summer. The experts at A. Borrelli Mechanical in Pleasantville share tips to make sure your air conditioning system runs efficiently all summer long. When your A/C unit is serviced before the summer begins, you will save energy and money throughout the season. Maintenance checks help you go a little easier on the environment because your A/Cs will use less energy overall. "The more consistently you maintain your units, the longer the equipment will last,” said Borrelli. “We get the units ready for the summ…

Content Partner: A. Borrelli

Lifestyle

Address Your Knee Pain With NWH Orthopedic Seminar MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For those suffering from knee pain, patients today have access to a number of advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments. The robotics-assisted option for treating knee pain available at Northern Westchester Hospital can get you back to your life quicker than ever. The NAVIO™ Surgical System is an advanced procedure that delivers highly accurate and consistent results. Additionally, Northern Westchester Hospital is the first center in New York State to offer robotics-assisted partial knee replacement using the NAVIO™ Surgical System. Its guided imaging and sophisticat…

Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital

Lifestyle

Take Deep Breath And Heal Wounds With NWH’s Oxygen Therapy MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Each year millions of people suffer from chronic, non-healing wounds related to various conditions and circumstances, such as diabetes or poor circulation or infections. Some wounds after surgery or radiation therapy resist healing. With its hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Northern Westchester Hospital is changing that. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy -- or HBOT -- is an advancement in wound care. It is a medical treatment which enhances the body's natural healing process. The patient sits in an oxygen chamber and inhales 100 percent oxygen. The atmospheric pressure in the chamber …

Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital

Lifestyle

Protect Your Child's Head Before Hitting The Streets VALHALLA, N.Y. -- As the weather warms up, children once again take to the streets in all modes of transportation. Bikes, scooters, roller blades and skateboards are fun ways to keep your kid active. Before going for a swing around the block, it's important to make sure your child has the appropriate headwear. Even if if you child is just biking down the driveway, the brain injuries that can come from a helmet-less accident can be dangerous. It's also important to ensure a proper helmet fit; helmets that are positioned too far back on the head don't provide full coverage and helmets that are…

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Schools

Woodlands Thespians Preview Upcoming Production For Greenburgh Students GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Woodlands High School and Middle School cast members of "Into the Woods," which takes to the stage this week, spent last week touring Greenburgh's elementary schools to give enthusiastic younger students a sneak peek at the production. Led by director Nicole Masi, the cast members performed a variety of Stephen Sondheim's beautiful numbers for students. The fairy tale musical features characters taken from stories like Jack in the Beanstalk, Cinderella and Rapunzel. Shows are on Thursday, April 14, at 7 p.m. with an open rehearsal and a free show for senior citi…

Content Partner: Greenburgh Central School District

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