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John Haffey

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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

Westchester Caregiver Receives Nationwide Recognition By L’Oréal Paris MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Westchester resident Marian Hamilton, founder of The Ken Hamilton Caregivers Center -- or KHCC -- at Northern Westchester Hospital, understands that caring for a sick loved one is no easy task. Thanks to her visionary efforts, the KHCC has had over 50,000 family interactions ensuring caregivers in the Westchester community have received support and comfort in times of great need. Because of her steadfast commitment to caregivers, she has been named one of the 2016 Women of Worth by L’Oréal Paris, an award which recognizes women making an extraordinary difference across t…

Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital

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Rhinebeck Primary Care Office Adds Family Physician RHINEBECK, N.Y. – Dr. Zacharias Chasin recently joined Health Quest Medical Practice’s primary care office in Rhinebeck, where he treats adults and children ages 5 and older. The board-certified family medicine physician spent the past seven years at Columbia Memorial Health’s primary care division in Greene County, performing annual checkups, treating common and chronic illnesses, and overseeing preventive care. He also volunteered as the medical director of the Greene County Health Fair from 2011-14. “I believe in establishing a strong rapport with my patients, which starts with communica…

Content Partner: Northern Dutchess Hospital

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Burke PT Uses His Own Past Paralysis To Help Patients Make Steps Today WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- For Ben Gilbert, director of Outpatient Rehab Services and an orthopedic clinical specialist at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in White Plains, the desire to become a physical therapist was born out of his own traumatic struggle. "When I was 16, I became paralyzed on my entire right side after having brain surgery," said Gilbert. The once athletic teen found himself unable to complete simple daily tasks. "I had physical therapy for years and years afterwards." It was while working with physical therapists on an ongoing basis that it occurred to Gilber…

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Child Feeling Groggy? Hit The Hay Says Valley Hospital Sleep Expert RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Is your child getting enough sleep? According to the National Sleep Foundation, the answer in most cases is no. Although the recommended amount varies by age, children in school should generally be sleeping for a minimum of 8 hours a night, and can even benefit from up to 10, according to experts. "Sleep disorders and general sleep problems can start young," said Dr. Stephanie Zandieh, director of Pediatric Sleep Disorders and Apnea Center at Valley Hospital. "Fortunately, sometimes the problem can be addressed with something as simple as physical activity…

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The Robot Will See You Now: WPH Talks Robotic Surgery WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- When it comes to surgery, it's a simple fact that robotic surgery results in smaller incisions - which means less pain, less risk, and faster recoveries. Robotic surgery is cutting-edge, 21st century technology that offers patients better outcomes and faster returns to normal activity thanks to greater precision, 3-D visualization and smaller incisions. White Plains Hospital surgeons have expertly performed more than 2,500 robotics surgeries over the past decade to treat many cancerous and benign disorders. White Plains Hospital invites the public to learn more about …

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Politics

Is It Time For A Shake-Up In Albany? Rye Councilwoman Thinks So WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Enough is enough, says Julie Killian, a Rye City Councilwoman and longtime Westchester education and anti-drug abuse leader, when talking about mismanagement in New York State. According to Killian, the corruption and inefficiencies in Albany have gone too far, with billions of dollars added each year to the costs of living and doing business in New York. Killian feels what she's dubbed the state’s “corruption tax” is the reason New York has become the highest taxed, most over regulated, and least economically competitive state in America. It's the needless spending and …

Content Partner: Julie Killian for State Senate

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HSS Doctor Keeps Patients' Biceps Flexing STAMFORD, Conn. -- Cartoons depicting Popeye’s bulging biceps after he guzzled down a can of spinach only told half the story. Unfortunately, America's favorite sailor, like many others, went on to develop intense pain in the front of his shoulders as the years passed and was diagnosed with biceps tendinitis. Biceps tendinitis is a catchall term that describes pain related to the long head of the biceps tendon, or LHBT, which stems from a wide array of different lesions. Recent research has helped us expand our understanding of this important disease. Below HSS sports medicine surgeon Dr. Sa…

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Prep Your Body Like A Pro As MLB Teams Make Postseason Push PARAMUS, N.J. -- With MLB postseason play underway, it’s important for players to be prepared and ready for the physical demands of the final stretch. According to Dr. Anil Ranawat, Orthopedic Surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery and Assistant Team Physician for the New York Mets, after the long grueling season, the most important aspect of the postseason is staying physically and mentally prepared. Below Ranawat offers tips on how to stay in peak physical condition for the playoffs. Stretch -- After going through the regular season, it is very easy to become more relaxed and start tak…

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Politics

Rye Mom, Senate Hopeful Strives To Tackle State's Teen Drug Abuse RYE, N.Y. -- When it comes to dealing with youth drug abuse, State Senate candidate and Rye City Councilwoman, Julie Killian, knows more than most. Killian is known for her involvement in Westchester anti-drug coalitions, and has worked to get local teenagers off drugs and educate all youths on the dangers of harmful substances. Killian co-founded Rye Action for Children and Teens, or RyeACT, as a community organization designed to educate teenagers and their parents about the dangers of drug use. Through support, education and outreach, she hopes to end at the pattern of shattered lives an…

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Is State Education Top Of The Class? State Senate Candidate Says No RYE, N.Y. -- According to Julie Killian, despite sending more money to Albany annually than the vast majority of New York counties, Westchester doesn’t get its fair share of state education funding. It's discrepancies like this that have to change, she says. A State Senate candidate, Rye City Councilwoman, mother of five, and an active Westchester school parent for years, Killian plans to use her leverage in the state senate to demand these formulas be changed. According to Killian, Westchester's low funding level stems from two issues: Albany’s current appropriation formula and a regional …

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