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John Haffey

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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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Lifestyle

The Experts Are On Call At White Plains Hospital's Urgent Care WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Your child is sick, injured, or needs medical attention fast. It’s not serious enough to merit a trip to the emergency room, but you can’t wait until tomorrow for a doctor’s appointment. You decide to head to a “walk-in” urgent care. Urgent care has long been valued for its no-appointment needed convenience. By expanding its services last fall, White Plains Hospital created a new model of excellence for urgent care at Medical and Wellness in Armonk. The result? Advanced care that’s both accessible and comprehensive. Patients and parents are seen immediately by board-ce…

Content Partner: White Plains Hospital

Lifestyle

Leaf Peep From Above This Autumn At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Enjoying the season's leaves from a trail or car is great, but imagine having an eye-level view of spectacular fall foliage. Thanks to fall climbing at The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum, guests can take to the trees and experience the season's delights like never before. Tucked away on five oak and maple-filled acres in Bridgeport, The Adventure Park affords guests the opportunity to climb, swing and zip-line through some of the Northeast's most spectacular fall colors. "I think the park is probably the best kept secret in Fairfield County," said Doug …

10/17/2016

Lifestyle

Hyde Park Nurse Keeps On Running VALHALLA, N.Y. -- This fall, six Westchester Medical Center Health Network employees from across the Hudson Valley will channel their fighting spirit in the TCS New York City Marathon on Nov. 6. Jessica Velez starting running to relive stress, never dreaming it would lead to eight marathons, two ultramarathons and many half marathons. “I simply found that exercising felt good, and I wanted to see how far I could push myself. My mantra became 'just one mile,' and that first mile has led to adventure, joy, significant stress relief and an impact on the people around me,’’ she said. Now, the …

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Lifestyle

Bigger Isn't Better: Know The Dangers Of Childhood Obesity MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Childhood obesity has become one of the biggest health problems in the United States. As more and more children become overweight, an array of health complications often follow. Fortunately for parents, obesity doesn't occur overnight and can often be reversed with healthy exercise and eating habits. How prevalent is childhood obesity? Almost one third of children and adolescents in the United States are either overweight or obese, a figure which has tripled since the 1970s. Although genetic factors play a role in dangerous weight gain, most children suffer from additio…

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

Events

NWH, Athletes Warehouse Prep Parents And Athletes For Fall Sports Season PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- The fall sports season is here and winter sports are right around the corner, and as young athletes return to the field, parents, coaches and participants are encouraged to join Northern Westchester Hospital for a free youth sports symposium at Athletes Warehouse in Pleasantville. The evening will include presentations from collegiate coaches, medical professionals and physical therapists. Presenters will include University of Alabama’s head softball coach, Patrick Murphy, as well as experts from both Northern Westchester Hospital and Athletes Warehouse. Panelists wi…

Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital

Lifestyle

Make Boring Lunches A Thing Of The Past This School Year RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Getting the kids ready to go back to school often involves shopping for supplies and clothes and attempting to establish a normal sleep routine. However, another key part of ensuring that children are prepared to tackle the new school year is sending them to school with a healthy lunch. Fortunately, getting an 'A' in flavor and nutrition is easier than most think. Dr. Sherry Sakowitz-Sukkar of Valley Medical Group explain the many benefits to packing a healthy lunch. These include: Helping your child to remain alert, energized and focused in class Teaching your child abo…

Content Partner: The Valley Hospital

Lifestyle

Keep Your Heart Pumping For Joy With Simple Cardiac Checkups RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States and according to the American Heart Association, a heart attack strikes every 43 seconds. Although the statistics are worrisome, knowing a person's risk for a heart attack as well as the signs and symptoms of one can head off potential episodes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- or CDC -- states that key factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol and smoking. "Believe it or not, about half of Americans have at least one of these three risk factors," said Dr. G…

Content Partner: The Valley Hospital

Lifestyle

Make Every Month Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Performing A Self Exam RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- While October is a month known for pumpkin picking, hayrides and beautiful fall foliage, it's also synonymous with breast cancer awareness. However, by performing regular breast self-exams throughout the year instead of in October only, cancer can be identified and treated with a greater success rate. The first step to properly performing a breast self-exam is for you to become familiar with your body so that you can be cognizant of any changes that may occur. Once you've become familiar, there are many ways to perform a self exam. The National Breast Cancer Foundation sha…

Content Partner: The Valley Hospital

Schools

Pace People This Week: Law & Order, Hoboken Helper PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Pace student Camille Marino was on WABC Eyewitness News for her positive response to the Hoboken train crash. She offered hugs to those affected in the aftermath of the disaster. Her account can be found here. Pace University student Alexis Collins was featured last week on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as "Ashley Harper." Special guests included Henry Thomas, Kelli Williams, and Vice President Joe Biden. The episode focused on the backlog of rape kits in the United States …

Content Partner: Pace University

Lifestyle

New Rochelle Patient Shrugs Off Pain Thanks To New Shoulder Procedure WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- For John Rimmer, a 68-year- old New Rochelle resident who’d already undergone three separate shoulder surgeries, chronic shoulder pain was something he thought he’d just have to live with. That was until he met Dr. Michael Schwartz, a sports medicine, arthroscopic and reconstructive orthopedic surgeon at White Plains Hospital. Schwartz, a physician at White Plains Hospital Physicians Associates-Orthopedic Specialists which has offices in West Harrison and New Rochelle, is one of the few surgeons in the region who performs Superior Capsular Reconstruction, an innovative…

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