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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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Schools

Pace University's Mobile App Development Bowl Seeks To Solve Aging Dilemma PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- By 2050, more than 21 percent of the global population will be 65 or older, compared to 11.7 percent in 2013, according to U.N. and U.S. censuses. Worldwide, this aging population will represent the focus of several major societal and economic changes and challenges. This means that policymakers, governments, health systems, manufacturers, retailers, and other public and private stakeholders will need to adapt to the needs of the aging population. This year, Pace University's Mobile App Development Bowl will pit student teams against each other to create apps that sol…

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Schools

Woodlands Middle Schoolers Share 'The Best Things' About Their School GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- For Woodlands students and faculty, it was easy to say what 'The Best Things about Woodlands Middle School' are. In a video created by the school's educational technology teacher Jodi Manne, students and staff provide a look at how the middle school engages young learners. The video was part of a presentation to the Board of Education this week and was introduced by students who named the 10 best things about WMS. The list included: clubs and sports, assemblies, field trips, community engagement, the library and computer center, technology, student centered learning, tea…

Content Partner: Greenburgh Central School District

Schools

Highview Students Swear In Supervisor Feiner and Councilman Morgan GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Highview Elementary School students learned first-hand about civics and local government on Jan. 19, when Greenburgh Supervisor Paul Feiner and Councilman Kevin Morgan were sworn into office with the help of second- and third-graders. On hand to do the official swearing-in was Town Clerk Judith Beville. Feiner, Morgan and Ms. Beville invited groups of students up to hold the Bible while the two Greenburgh officials were sworn in, and all three explained how local governments work to help students and their families. The swearing-in was one of several such ceremonies he…

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Business

Low Prices – Too Much of a Good Thing? NEW YORK -- Maintaining stable prices is one of the three pillars of US monetary policy. Although commonly associated with inflation, price stability also seeks to manage lowflation, or worse deflation, which is just as disruptive to a growing economy. Measuring the Impact of Falling Prices The U.S. economy had two periods of sustained price declines in the past 100 years. From late 1929 to early 1933, prices fell at an annualized rate of 8.7%. From the middle to the end of 2008, prices fell at an annualized rate of 10.3%. These price declines marked two severe economic contractions, the Gr…

by Julia Peloso-Barnes

01/22/2016

Schools

Daily Voice Leaders: Judith Huntington, The College of New Rochelle NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Founded in 1904 as the first Catholic college for women in the state of New York, The College of New Rochelle has long been recognized for its progressive and innovative approach to education. For current President Judith Huntington, it's her job to continue this tradition and usher in a new era of education for CNR’s students. With seven locations, in New Rochelle, Yonkers, and throughout New York City, and approximately 4,000 students enrolled, The College of New Rochelle has traditionally drawn academically serious, socially conscious and community involved young wom…

01/22/2016

Lifestyle

When Fatigue Is Not Just Fatigue: Know Your Thyroid During Awareness Month WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Affecting 30 million Americans each year, thyroid disease is more common than breast cancer, diabetes, or heart disease. In fact, according to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, more Americans suffer from thyroid disease than all types of cancers combined. Left untreated, thyroid disease may lead to elevated cholesterol levels and subsequent heart disease, as well as infertility and osteoporosis. A normally functioning thyroid keeps the body running smoothly. Factors such as disease, damage to the thyroid or certain medicines can impact the thyroid’s…

Content Partner: White Plains Hospital

News

Supervisor Feiner Urges Residents To Be Safe During Impending Storm GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- In advance of this weekend's impending snow storm, Greenburgh Town Supervisor, Paul Feiner has asked that residents stay safe and follow several simple instructions to ensure the well-being of all. According to Feiner, the town has been prepared for snowfall since November. Specific to this forecasted snow event, public works has brined the streets as a first response, filled the town's salt shed and prepped the 35 to 40 DPW trucks for action. The latest information is trending toward snow to begin early Saturday morning with only 1 to 3 inches by morning. Heavier snow …

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Lifestyle

Bogota Family Feels The Burn Through Valley's Weight Loss Surgery RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- At age 24, Albert Verona weighed 360 pounds, had high blood pressure, high cholesterol and border-line diabetes. Having little energy to do anything, he would come home from his job as a security guard, eat and go to sleep. “Before I gained weight I had always been athletic, but it got to the point where I could not run at all. A mile would have been a marathon for me.” The Bogota native knew he had to do something to turn his life around, which led him to the Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery at The Valley Hospital. The Center focuses on a multidisciplinary a…

Content Partner: The Valley Hospital

Schools

Stepinac's Open House This Sunday Cancelled Due To Inclement Weather WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- In advance of this weekend's anticipated snow storm, Archbishop Stepinac High School has cancelled it's open house which was scheduled for this Sunday. The school has rescheduled the makeup date for Thursday, Feb. 4 at 5 p.m. The Open House will feature a welcome from school officials, presentations and displays. Visitors will be able to tour the facilities which have undergone significant improvements including the state-of-the-art Mastronardi Technology Center, new physics lab, library, the Major Bowes Theater, among others. The event will conclude in the gym where t…

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Pace Law School Will Honor 2 Alumni At Leadership Awards Dinner PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Pace University's Law School has announced the two recipients of this year's Leadership Award, which will be presented early next month. This year's honorees are Chris Carnicelli, Class of '93 and Peter Goodman, Class of '86. Carnicelli is the U.S. representative and North America regional manager for Assicurazioni Generali -- also known as Generali. He is also the Chairman of Europ Assistance USA and Regional Manager for North America and Member of the Executive Committee of the Europ Assistance Group. Goodman is a principal in McKool Smith’s New York office. He has…

Content Partner: Pace University

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