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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

Sports

Stepinac Football Team Appears On 'Good Morning America' WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Archbishop Stepinac High School's Catholic High School Athletic Association state champion varsity football team was seen this morning by millions of viewers of ABC News' top-rated "Good Morning America" Show. The producers of the morning live news broadcast invited the team to be recognized on camera for winning their first-ever CHSAA New York State Football Championship crown last week by defeating St. Francis High School, 42-28. To view the segment, click here. For more on Stepinac's championship, click here.

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Lifestyle

Temple Shaaray Tefila Rabbi Greenberg Shares Hanukah Blessing BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- In honor of Hanukah beginning last week, Rabbi David Greenberg of Temple Shaaray Tefila shares his blessings with all those who have begun the Festival Of Lights. The blessing can be viewed above. Temple Shaaray Tefila is a Reform Jewish congregation celebrating the most worthy values and ideals of the Jewish tradition. For further information call 914-666-3133.

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Lifestyle

Greenburgh Health Center Joins WIC Program GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- In a ceremony held last week at the Greenburgh Neighborhood Health Center, the facility announced its partnership and participation in the nationwide Women Infants and Children, or WIC, Program. WIC offers nutrition, education, breastfeeding support, referrals and a variety of nutritious foods to low income pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 to promote and support good health. WIC improves the health of pregnant women, new moms and their infants and children. The foods provided through WIC are a good source of nutrients often mi…

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Lifestyle

Valley Hospital Recognized As 'Top Performer' Hospital RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Valley Hospital has been recognized as a 2014 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the United States. Valley was recognized for exemplary clinical performance in the following areas: heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, surgical care, stroke, and perinatal care. These recognitions are included in The Joint Commission’s 2015 annual report, “America’s Hospitals: Improving Quality and Safety.” Valley is one of only 1,043 hospitals in the United States to achieve the 2014 Top Performer di…

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Lifestyle

Sunday Evening Marks Beginning Of Hanukah For Area Worshippers BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- Those of the Jewish faith in the Northern Westchester community will welcome the start of Hanukah at sundown on Dec. 6. Often called the festival of light, Hanukah commemorates the rededication of the Temple in the 2nd century BCE and the burning of the candelabra in the Temple for 8 days and nights. To remember this event, Jews light Hanukah candles each of the eight nights of the holiday. For more information about celebrating Hanukah visit Temple Shaaray Tefila's website here. For further information on planned events, call 914-666-3133.

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News

Town Schedules Scoping Hearing For Lawrence Street Development GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Earlier this year, JPI/TDI Companies of Irvington submitted plans to the town of Greenburgh to develop property on Lawrence Street off the Saw Mill River Parkway. The proposed plan included a four story residential apartment building with a total of 272 apartments with 438 parking spaces, but has drawn criticism from some residents. "We want to hear from resident," says Town Supervisor Paul Feiner. "Based on plans residents have expressed concerns about traffic, flooding, aesthetics, narrow-ness of Saw Mill River Road, impact to schools, lack of sidewalks a…

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Schools

Pace Students Awarded Scholarship By In Hudson Valley Marketing Association PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Students in Pace University's Interactive and Direct Marketing Lab were awarded the HVDMA/Laura L. Smith scholarship by the Hudson Valley Direct Marketing Association this past week. The Laura L. Smith scholarship is presented to degree candidates in the Direct and Interactive Marketing Program at Pace University's Lubin School of Business who are paying for their own education and are not reimbursed by an employer. Scholarship recipients are selected for academic excellence, enthusiasm, professional qualities and their potential to benefit the industry. Pace students…

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Lifestyle

White Plains Hospital Named Key Performer By Joint Commission WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital has been recognized as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the United States. White Plains Hospital was recognized as part of The Joint Commission’s 2015 annual report America’s Hospitals: Improving Quality and Safety for attaining and sustaining excellence in accountability measure performance for Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia, Surgical Care, and Perinatal Care. White Plains Hospital is one of only 1,043 hospitals in the United States to achieve the 2014 …

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Schools

Pace Repeats As National Champions In Federal Reserve Competition PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Pace University took home top prize at the 12th annual national College Federal Reserve Challenge Wednesday, marking the second consecutive year that Pace has won the prestigious competition that tests students’ understanding of the U.S. economy, monetary policymaking and the role of the Federal Reserve System. The finals were held in Washington D.C. as the capstone to five district competitions held around the country. Undergraduate teams from across the country first competed in their local Reserve Bank Districts, and top teams moved on to the finals. Last month, the…

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Lifestyle

Temple Shaaray Tefila Welcomes Children For Shabbat Celebration BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- Children of all ages are welcome at Temple Shaaray Tefila on Friday, Dec. 4 as the Temple presents three Shabbat celebrations aimed toward the youngest members of the temple. At 6 p.m., there will be a Tot Shabbat service, for families with children ages 2 through 5. Also at 6 p.m., there will be a Hot Shot Shabbat Service for families with children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Later at 7:30 p.m., there will be a Friday Night Live service appropriate for all ages featuring a special instrumental music ensemble. The two 6 p.m. services will be followed by a fam…

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