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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

Real Estate

Easton Home Home Offers Winter Wonderland, Summer Escape EASTON, Conn. -- With the chill of winter finally here, there's no better way to make the most of the cold than by lacing up the ice skates and going for a skate. For residents of 235 Adams Road in Easton, playing hockey, figure skating or just gliding around are only steps away from the back door once the freeze sets in. The five bedroom, five bathroom home, currently on the market for $775,000 and listed by Coldwell Banker agent Gail Lilley Zawacki, sits on three acres in bucolic Easton. Surrounded by woods, the property includes a spring-fed pond which offers recreational fishing in the s…

Content Partner: Coldwell Banker - Gail Lilley Zawacki

Lifestyle

'It's Gone!': Area Woman Gains New Lease On Life With Headache Surgery VALHALLA, N.Y. -- Not feeling well can be a pain. But what happens when that illness is a headache, and one that seemingly never goes away? For Staci Tom, a Toms River, N.J. resident and mother of three, her chronic migraines had reached a point where her life was seemingly put on hold. Since the age of 16, Tom had experienced nearly constant head pain due to unrelenting migraines. Since the stress of studying often triggered migraines, she ultimately decided to enter the workforce early, but the change didn't help. “I’d do everything I needed to do by noon, then go to bed.” she said. In so…

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Schools

Greenburgh Public Schools Hold Pre-K Registration For Residents GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- The Greenburgh Central School District is holding pre-registration for its Early Childhood Program’s free pre-kindergarten program on Thursday, Jan. 12, at 6 p.m. at Woodlands High School, located at 475 West Hartsdale Ave. in Hartsdale. The full-day and half-day pre-kindergarten programs are open to all children who will be turning age four by Dec. 31, 2017, and are Greenburgh residents. There are no income requirements for pre-kindergarten registration, and applications will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. This program includes both regular and speci…

Content Partner: Greenburgh Central School District

Sports

Pace Field Hockey Collects Toys for Maria Fareri Children's Hospital VALHALLA, N.Y. - The Pace University Setters field hockey team recently delivered toys that players collected over the Thanksgiving break to the Maria Fareri Children's Hospital in Valhalla, N.Y. The Setters collected more than 40 brand new toys during the break, and delivered them all to the Children's Hospital on Thursday. The toys will be distributed to the patients of the hospital during the holiday season. Since the patients' parents spend most of their time with their children at the hospital, it is difficult for them to get out an purchase holiday presents. This program allows the par…

Content Partner: Pace University

Business

Tappan Travel Expert Looks To Share Rockland's History With Area Tourists ORANGETOWN, N.Y. -- Each year, thousands of students from across the country travel to New York City on school trips. Times Square, the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building top every itinerary, but one suburban business owner is hoping to add Rockland County to the list of 'must see' sites. When large groups come to New York City, they often book lodging across the river in New Jersey, due to cheaper prices, ample parking and easy access to the city. However, Kate Coffey, president of Tappan-based EDUtrips believes the Rockland's blend of history, natural beauty and convenience ma…

Content Partner: Rockland Business Association

Schools

Pace People This Week: Prison Hip Hop, Food Delivery PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Gebni, the dynamic pricing food delivery app founded by Pace alumnus Mohamed Merzouk, is available for download at the App Store. For previous Daily Voice coverage on Gebni, click here. Dyson Professor Kim Collica-Cox was the recipient of the Dedication and Appreciation award from the Lifer's Group at East Jersey State Prison. The Lifer's Group is a government-sponsored hip hop music program comprised of men who are serving 25 years to life. Collica-Cox takes Pace students to the prison e…

Content Partner: Pace University

Business

Emergency Department Expands Enhanced Care at Northern Dutchess Hospital RHINEBECK, N.Y. – Construction of a $1.7 million emergency department expansion at Northern Dutchess Hospital was recently completed, adding treatment and support areas to ensure the community’s sickest patients are well cared for. “We now have a bigger, more efficient department,” said Dr. Andy Wilson, medical director of the emergency department. “We added space and hired five full-time employees to keep wait times short.” The 1,500-foot expansion includes a new triage and registration areas, plus two additional private exam rooms and a rapid care area with four bays. The addition increas…

by Daily Voice

12/16/2016

Lifestyle

From Residents To Visitors, Volunteers Make A Difference Across Westchester WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- When relocating for work, settling into a new routine can be difficult. Oftentimes when one spouse relocates, the other spouse and family members can struggle to turn their temporary -- or permanent -- residence into a home. "A relocated employee starts their new job and is immediately surrounded by new colleagues and immersed right away," said Debra Budetti, director of relocation for ERA Insite Realty. "For spouses or partners who don’t have the same opportunity or desire, volunteerism is a great way for area newcomers to get involved and meet pe…

Content Partner: ERA Insite Realty Services

Lifestyle

Putnam Hospital Center Holds American Red Cross Blood Drive CARMEL, N.Y. – The American Red Cross has a critical need for blood donors throughout the holiday season. Putnam Hospital Center is stepping in to help fill that gap by hosting a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 22, in the Michael T. Weber Conference Room 2 at 670 Stoneleigh Ave. During December, there are often fewer blood donations because of the holidays, inclement weather, seasonal illnesses and school vacations, according to the American Red Cross. In the New York-Penn blood services region, the organization needs to collect approximately 1,000 units of blood each d…

Content Partner: Putnam Hospital Center

Business

Experience A Century Of Holiday Tradition At Adams Fairacre Farms POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The holiday season is a time for friends, family and giving back to the community. Perhaps most importantly, however, it's also about food. That's why Hudson Valley's Adams Fairacre Farms is working to ensure nothing but the best ends up on plates across the region. Led by CEO Pat Adams, along with his father Donald and brother Steve, Adams Fairacre Farms has grown from a small roadside stand to one of the area's premier markets. "My grandfather bought property as a farm in 1919 and opened a roadside stand," said Adams. "From that point on, farming was a …

12/15/2016

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