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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's Neil Braun Named A Top Corporate Citizen In New York State PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Neil Braun, the Dean of Pace University's Lubin School of Business, was selected as one of 'The Responsible 100' by City & State earlier this week. The 'Responsible 100' is produced by the political journalism organization annually, and profiles New York’s 100 most outstanding corporate citizens. “I am very appreciative to City & State for this recognition,” said Dean Neil Braun of the Lubin School of Business. “Being acknowledged as one of New York’s 100 most outstanding corporate citizens is truly a great honor.” Braun and the other recipients were honored a…

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Neighbors

Nothing But Net: St. Barnabas Alumnus Makes History On And Off The Court YONKERS, N.Y. -- "As a freshman in college, I looked at a list of names and thought 'I wonder who will be the first woman in the Hall of Fame,'" says Marianne Reilly with a chuckle, recalling her initial encounter with Manhtattan College's pantheon of athletic excellence. Little did she know that just 14 years later, her name would be the first to grace the list. Shattering the norm isn't something new to Reilly, a Bronx native and Crestwood resident. As a member of St. Barnabas High School's Class of 1978, Reilly went on to become the first female recipient of an athletic scholars…

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Events

Temple Shaaray Tefila Begins Early Childhood Registration, Open House BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- It's never too early to get a head start on the new school year. Registration is set to for the 2016-'17 school year at Temple Shaaray Tefila’s Early Childhood Center. To celebrate, they will be holding an open house on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 7:15 p.m. Conveniently located near route 172 and 684, the Temple offers high quality programs with a Jewish orientation for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. The Early Childhood Center’s curriculum combines age appropriate Jewish and secular learning with a pre-school curriculum that stimulates creativity and social interaction to provide a…

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Schools

Stepinac Inducts 1976-'77 Varsity Basketball Team Into Hall Of Fame WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Members of Archbishop Stepinac High School’s 1976-77 varsity basketball team were inducted into the school’s Hardwood Club during the eight annual induction ceremony held recently in the school gymnasium. Team Inductees and their hometowns were Tom Cramer, Crestwood; Bob O'Toole, White Plains, John Cahill, Yonkers, Mike Henderson, White Plains, Chris O'Leary, Edna, Minn., Terence McGlynn, Sleepy Hollow and Rick O’Connor, Avon, Conn. All except O’Toole (Class of ’78) graduated from Stepinac in 1977. Other alumni inducted into the Hardwood Club were John Mastropolo (Clas…

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News

Greenburgh Seeks Members For New Health Care Advisory Board GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- The Greenburgh Town Board has unanimously approved a resolution recently creating a Health Care Advisory Board, according to a recent press release. The Town Board believes that there is a need for a local community committee that will act as liaison to the Town Board and work on scheduling public events addressing healthcare issues and, facilitate good health and well-being among town residents. The mission of the local advisory committee will be to promote healthcare advances among all age groups and to help residents stay abreast of recent studies and advances in healt…

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Lifestyle

Greenburgh Students Show Artistic Side At Town Hall GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Thanks to a class of middle schoolers, the Greenburgh Town Hall lunchroom is a brighter and more cheerful place. The town welcomed Claire Cronin, an arts teacher at the Bailey Middle School in Greenburgh and her students to paint beautiful scenes on the windows of the Greenburgh Town Hall cafeteria. "The students had a fabulous experience and enhanced the look of our Town Hall cafeteria," Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said. "Our employees love the works of art and so do town hall visitors." The Town Board was so impressed that it honored each of the st…

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Events

New Rochelle Youth Council Spearheads Annual Toy Drive NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Although Santa might not be heading down the chimney just yet, his helpers at the New Rochelle Youth Council are doing their best to prep local families during the holiday season through their annual Give A Gift program. “New Rochelle is a very caring community which is demonstrated in our growing number of event sponsors and gift sponsors that are part of this community activity,” says Youth Bureau Executive Director Kelly Johnson. This year, in addition to the Youth Council, the City School District of New Rochelle, Police Association of New Rochelle and the Strive L…

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Schools

Stepinac High School Inducts 38 Students Into National Honor Society WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Archbishop Stepinac High School recently inducted 38 students into its National Honor Society (NHS) chapter during an induction ceremony held at the school’s Chapel of the Holy Spirit. The NHS was created to recognize the nation’s outstanding high school students. Students are inducted into the NHS based on their high academic performance, their service to the school and community, their demonstrated leadership skills, and their good character. The honorees and their hometowns are: Croton-on-Hudson Nicolas Tabio Harrison Michael Cherico Mahopac Mattingly Simaan …

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Lifestyle

Paramus Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Holiday Party PARAMUS N.J. -- The Paramus Regional Chamber of Commerce recently held its annual Holiday Party and Board of Directors Installation Dinner at the Terrace at Biagio's in Paramus. 2016 will mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the Chamber in Paramus, which was originally founded as the Paramus Chamber of Commerce in 1951. On that date, Henry Vander Plaat was sworn in as the organization's first president. The evening's entertainment was provided by the Paramus High School Premiers Choir, which will be performing its Holiday Concert on Dec. 22 in the PHS auditorium. In the spirit of …

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Events

Oakland Businesses Distibute Toys For Tots This Weekend OAKLAND, N.J. -- Dozens of local businesses have partered with the Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" toy donation drive, and will present the gifts to children this upcoming Saturday. Last year Community of Commerce members collected hundreds of toys in support of the Toys for Tots Campaign and this year’s need is just as great, according to a press release. For the past month, Oakland businesses, including RE/MAX Agent Thomas 'Chopper' Russo, have placed decorated boxes in their offices and served as an official toy donation center. The presents will be collected on Saturday Dec. 11…

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

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