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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.

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News

Greenburgh Transfers Town Property For 'No Kill' Animal Shelter GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- The Greenburgh Town Board unanimously voted to authorize Town Supervisor Paul Feiner to execute a donation agreement between the town of Greenburgh and Paws Crossed Animal Rescue to transfer a parcel located at 100 South Warehouse Lane, formerly known as Pets Alive to Paws Crossed to be used as a no kill animal shelter. Pets Alive had shut down the former Elmsford animal shelter in September of last year. The shelter has a group of volunteers and supporters and is the only truly no kill animal shelter in the region. "I'm thrilled to highlight this very happy ending,&…

Content Partner: Greenburgh Central School District

Lifestyle

Kick The Kleenex This Spring With Allergy Tips From The Doctor's Office MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- Pollen, hay fever and grass, oh my! With warm weather rapidly descending on the Northeast, along with crocus and late afternoon sunshine comes the spring's scourge: allergies. According to statistics, more than 58 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies, which often return to the area in late winter. During the spring warm-up, many trees, grass and other plants begin to germinate by sending their pollen into the air. These microscopic particles help plants rebound after a long, hard winter but can have a brutal effect on the human immune system. We're all fami…

Content Partner: The Doctors' Office Urgent Care

Schools

Stepinac Students Shine On Stage With New Theater Lab WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Since 1949, Stepinac High School’s Drama Club has showcased the talents of students and been responsible for producing Emmy and Academy Award winning actors. In an effort to inspire a love of the theater arts among high school students, Stepinac’s Drama Club has launched a new initiative—the Theater Lab—in which the students star, direct, design and produce a production entirely of their own creation. In February, audiences had the opportunity to see the results of the students’ efforts during two riveting performances of 12 Angry Men. Frank Portanova, Vice Principal f…

Content Partner: Archbishop Stepinac High School

Lifestyle

More Than Aspirin: Valley's Pain Management Center Helps Combat Discomfort RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- For those suffering from chronic or acute pain, relief can come in many forms. Perhaps one of the most effective remedies are the individualized treatments and therapies offered by pain management centers, which can help manage uncontrollable pain brought about by a severe illness or injury. As Robert Silverman, M.D., Medical Director of The Valley Pain Management Center explains, people with pain “want to do things, they want to go on trips, and they don’t feel up to it.” This leads to “psychosocial issues, frustration and depression [because] if you are feeling that ther…

Content Partner: The Valley Hospital

News

Town Seeks Additional Requests In Jefferson Apartment Proposal GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- In the Town of Greenburgh's ongoing assessment of the Jefferson at Saw Mill residential community, the town board and its consultant met yesterday to discuss changes to the proposed development plan. According to the draft scoping, the proposed re- development includes the construction of one four-story residential apartment building that will include a total of 272 rental apartment units with 438 parking spaces, consisting of 122 surface parking spaces and 316 parking spaces within a 4-story parking structure with rooftop parking surrounded by the apartment building. Th…

Content Partner: Town of Greenburgh

Lifestyle

Palestinian Leader Stresses Economic Development As Key To Peace In Region BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- Bassem Eid, a Palestinian leader living in Israel, spoke at Temple Shaaray Tefila Sunday evening, as part of a talk entitled “Dignity versus Identity: What do the Palestinians Really Want?” Eid is a political analyst, human rights activist, and expert commentator on Arab and Palestinian affairs. In his address, the Palestinian speaker emphasizes the need to improve the Palestinian economy to achieve peace with Israel. His talk can be viewed above.

Content Partner: Temple Shaaray Tefila

Schools

Pace People This Week: Professor Recognized For Economic Excellence PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Assistant Professor of Economics, Dr. Anna Shostya, was named Member of the Month for March by the International Atlantic Economic Society. Her recent interview with the academic society can be found here. Professor and PhD Program Project Leader, Dr. Keville Frederickson, has been awarded the prestigious Pace University Scholarly Research Award for her work in London with the Haitian Diaspora. Dr. Frederickson's research focuses on the experiences of Haitians living outside Haiti who were a…

Content Partner: Pace University

Lifestyle

The Psychology of Packing: Help Manage Your Kid's Moving Scaries Making the decision to move is never easy, and moving with kids is even harder. Once you’ve made the decision to move, there are ways to make it easier for your kids to process it and ultimately get excited for it. "It's important to remember that each child handles change differently so keep that in mind when discussing moving with them," said Catherine Rabadi a school psychologist and Adjunct Professor at University of Bridgeport. "For some children, too much talk about moving (too early) can cause anxiety. For others, they need a lot of mental prep so it's more effective to…

Content Partner: Zootly

Lifestyle

Learn To Protect Yourself With Self-Defense Class At Saw Mill Club MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Knowing how to defend yourself and others in a dangerous situation can be the difference between injury and neutralizing a threat. In order to help teach the fundamentals of self defense, Saw Mill Club is offering a self-defense workshop for participants of all ages and skill levels. This unique course is offered by the Aikido dojo at Saw Mill Club and is based on almost three decades of the instructor’s experience in law-enforcement and victimology. Students will learn how to avoid becoming victims and practice applying new techniques that can be performed regardless of…

Content Partner: Saw Mill Club

Real Estate

Oakland Kicks Off Spring With Annual Easter Egg Hunt OAKLAND, N.J. -- Over 700 parents and children gathered behind the Oakland Public Library on Saturday afternoon to take part in the town's annual Easter Egg Hunt. Volunteers from Chopper Russo Group, Oakland Public Events and others spent 45 minutes setting up the eggs. Eager to find the golden egg, the entire field was picked clean in three minutes flat. The afternoon also included a balloon magician, as well as complementary coffee and hot chocolate from Coffee Roasters and free Dunkin Munchkins from Dunkin Donuts.

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

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