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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State Math Association Honors Mercy College's Dr. William Farber State Math Association Honors Mercy College's Dr. William Farber
State Math Association Honors Mercy College's Dr. William Farber DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. -- The New York State Association of Mathematics Supervisors (NYSAMS) inducted Mercy College Associate Professor of Mathematics Education Dr. William Farber into the New York State Mathematics Educators Hall of Fame. “It is an honor to be recognized by New York State’s most distinguished leaders in mathematics education," said Farber. "Teaching and learning is a reciprocal process. My students encourage me to be self-reflective and a lifelong learner. They have taught me humility and have thus inspired innovative methods of instruction and interaction.” NYSAMS wa…
Your Business Plan: A GPS Roadmap for Success Your Business Plan: A GPS Roadmap for Success
Your Business Plan: A GPS Roadmap for Success PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- As a banker with Tompkins Mahopac Bank, I’ve worked with many entrepreneurs. I know the challenges of launching a business. I’ve seen many start-up companies succeed and fail. Often the reason for failure is that the entrepreneur has a good idea, but hasn’t thought through how to turn it into a viable business. To succeed in today’s competitive marketplace, not only do you have to have a good idea, you need to know how to develop it into a realistic business plan. The first step in this process is to ask yourself a simple but important question: Why do I want to be in …
Daily Voice Autos: Route 23 Auto Mall's Scott Barna Walks On The Wild Side Daily Voice Autos: Route 23 Auto Mall's Scott Barna Walks On The Wild Side
Daily Voice Autos: Route 23 Auto Mall's Scott Barna Walks On The Wild Side BUTLER, N.J. -- For Scott Barna, President of Route 23 Auto Mall in Butler, it’s all about getting out there. When he’s not helping customers into their car of their dreams, you can find the lifelong North Jersey resident exploring the acres of forest surrounding his Ringwood home. “I love hunting and just being outdoors,” said Barna. For Barna, getting his escape is as simple as driving one of his ATVs or dirt bikes right off his property and disappear into the vast wilderness. Most mornings, he’s up at 4:30 a.m. to explore Ringwood State Park and Ramapo Mountains' nearly 4,500 acres that…
Mercy College Awarded National Science Foundation Grant To Aid Veterans Mercy College Awarded National Science Foundation Grant To Aid Veterans
Mercy College Awarded National Science Foundation Grant To Aid Veterans DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. -- Mercy College has been awarded a major grant of just over 1.1 million dollars from the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program. The grant is for a project to advance mathematics education, with a particular emphasis on veterans retraining for new careers as secondary mathematics teachers. Mercy College Associate Professor of Mathematics Education Dr. William Farber, who is also a United States Navy Veteran, noted “as a veteran of the Navy who transitioned to teaching, I believe in the reciprocal strengths that veterans bring to the p…
Stepinac Pays Tribute To Good Counsel Academy In 'Sister Act' Performace Stepinac Pays Tribute To Good Counsel Academy In 'Sister Act' Performace
Stepinac Pays Tribute To Good Counsel Academy In 'Sister Act' Performace WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The spotlight brightly shined in more ways than one recently during Stepinac High School’s acclaimed Drama Club’s production of the rousing musical, Sister Act.  Sister Act afforded Stepinac the opportunity to pay a fitting tribute to a former White Plains community partner, The Good Counsel Academy -- the all-girls Catholic high school which closed last year. “We honored Good Counsel for being one of the first “sister acts” for our theatrical productions since the 1950s, and providing their talented female students to perform with our all- boys group,” said Frank Port…
Catchers: The Toughest Players on the Field Catchers: The Toughest Players on the Field
Catchers: The Toughest Players on the Field STAMFORD, Conn. -- A baseball catcher is one of the most demanding positions in baseball, perhaps in all of sport. Naturally, this position comes with a variety of potential injuries. Let’s evaluate by body part: Knees Being in a squatting position for nine innings puts tremendous stress on knees. In youth leagues, catchers may experience more pain in their kneecaps. At the professional level, there are more meniscus injuries and fewer kneecap injuries, as players with kneecap issues can’t catch for very long. Hand The catcher’s throwing hand, which is constantly exposed, can be accidenta…
HSS Doctor Explains What You Need to Know About Back Pain HSS Doctor Explains What You Need to Know About Back Pain
HSS Doctor Explains What You Need to Know About Back Pain PARAMUS, N.J. -- Back pain is one of the most common reasons for a visit to the doctor. The pain can vary from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain that makes it difficult to move. Back pain can be caused by a sudden injury or can develop slowly over time without an obvious source.  "Lifting the wrong way, repetitive strenuous activities, excess body weight that puts added stress on the back, and even sitting for long periods of time can lead to back pain or make an existing problem worse," explains Dr. Bernard Rawlins, a spine surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery in Ma…
Daily Voice Autos: My New Wheels At Route 23 Auto Mall Daily Voice Autos: My New Wheels At Route 23 Auto Mall
Daily Voice Autos: My New Wheels At Route 23 Auto Mall BUTLER, N.J. -- For Ed D'Amico of Kinnelon, finding the car of his dreams was a breeze. With the help and advice of sales and leasing consultants at Route 23 Auto Mall, he purchased a brand new Nissan Rogue from Route 23 Auto Mall in Butler, N.J. The Rogue features an third row of seating, a blind-spot warning system and rear cross-traffic alert. To browse Route 23 Auto Mall's inventory and find the best deals available, visit their page on Daily Voice Autos.
Make A Racket For Veterans This Week Thanks To Saw Mill Club Tennis Lessons Make A Racket For Veterans This Week Thanks To Saw Mill Club Tennis Lessons
Make A Racket For Veterans This Week Thanks To Saw Mill Club Tennis Lessons MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- As part of Armed Forces week, Saw Mill Club has partnered with Tennis Thanks the Troops (TTT) to help residents improve their tennis game for a good cause. Players of all ages and skills are invited to book a private tennis lesson with Saw Mill Club's pros, with the full cost of the lesson ($109) being donated directly to TTT. The funds donated to TTT go toward ensuring that the children and/or spouse of a military member receive a need-based scholarship for college, technical, or vocational school. The program is open to everyone in Westchester County regardless of club…
Help Your Child Stay Safe While Having Fun This Prom Season Help Your Child Stay Safe While Having Fun This Prom Season
Help Your Child Stay Safe While Having Fun This Prom Season The school year is winding down and prom is just around the corner. Prom is an exciting night in a teen’s life. Students around the country look forward to getting dressed to the nines and have a fun time with their friends. As parents, we want our kids to enjoy themselves, but we also want to be sure they are staying safe. Have an open dialog with your kids - Even with our pre-prom red carpet reception and bus transportation to the venue, drunk driving is something we still need to keep in mind. Talk to them about the risks and ask them to sign a safe driver contract like the one found here…
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