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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Bergenfield, NJ

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Parents Need Not Fear The Sugar Monster This Halloween While many kids wait all year for Halloween to come, their parents dread the annual sugar overload! But there are ways to let your kids enjoy their trick-or-treating loot without overindulging. As soon your child arrives home, sort and check goodie bags. Though tampering is rare, you should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items. Remove anything your child may have an allergy to. What do you do with all that candy? The best advice I can give to parents who want their children to develop healthy eating habits is the same advice Ellyn Satter, a re…

Content Partner: The Valley Hospital

Mamaroneck, NY

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New Rochelle's Citizen Police Academy Hosts Open House NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - The New Rochelle Police Department’s Citizen Police Academy hosted an open house for media on Oct. 28, at the NRPD headquarters. Attendees were introduced to law enforcement and the criminal justice system and received insight into NRPD through hands-on experience and participation in different scenarios that officers could potentially encounter. Classes were led by police instructors including the Commissioner and division commanders. Among the topics discussed were traffic enforcement, motorcycles, radar, and DWI simulator. Registration for the Citizen's Police Academ…

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Armonk, NY

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Beat Back The Cold And Flu With a Colorful Plate This Season MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Much to everyone's dismay, fall and winter are the season of coughs, sniffles and runny noses. The common cold thrives in these cooler seasons, but that doesn't mean the body can't put up a fight. One of the easiest -- and tastiest -- ways to beat back colds is through eating right. Diets high in Vitamins A, C, and E help boost antioxidants, neutralize free radicals, and keep membranes healthy says Northern Westchester Hospital dietician Elisa Bremner. Bright and colorful fruits and vegetables such as peppers, oranges, kiwis and tomatoes can deliver all the fighting powe…

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Greenburgh, NY

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Judy Chriss To Be Honored At Greenburgh Library Tonight GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- The Greenburgh Library will salute Judy Chriss tonight, Oct. 29 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Greenburgh Public Library. Judy is the former head of the Greenburgh Library Foundation. Thanks to her leadership and fundraising abilities the library was provided with furniture, computers, technology, self check machines and other contributions. "She has been a great asset to our community and has helped make our Greenburgh Library one of the best libraries in the region" says Town Supervisor Paul Feiner. Under Chriss' leadership, the Library underwent the follow…

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Greenwich, CT

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Area Doctor Explains If Weight Loss Balloon Is 'Right For Me' NEW YORK -- To balloon fix, or not to balloon fix, that is the problem. Well, its at least the question Greenwich Village Gastroenterology doctor and Director of the American Obesity Center, Dr. Anthony Starpoli asks when discussing weight loss treatments for his patients. "These are people that have done diet and exercise before, have a history of yo-yoing up and down" says Dr. Starpoli. "Many people have done meal substation therapies at a very expensive level but has not worked. The typical candidate is a person who do not want bypass or invasive surgery at all. This is kno…

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Northern Highlands, NJ

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Turn Your Front Yard Into A Gym This Fall With Simple Yardwork Exercises HALEDON, N.J. -- Fall back into shape with yard work! There is no better inexpensive and effective cross-training than good old-fashioned raking and bagging leaves. When done properly, they provide you with a great total body workout. Grab your rake and get ready to rumble! Start by engaging the core muscles (simply stated: your abdominals, back and glutes) and by pulling with your biceps, shoulders and upper back, drive the rake towards you while stabilizing through your legs. Most of us rake to our dominant side. However, continually switching sides from which you pull will serve two pu…

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Greenburgh, NY

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Hartsdale Residents Can Weigh In On Public Parking With Questionnaire HARTSDALE, N.Y. -- It's no secret that public parking is becoming a problem for Hartsdale residents. The area of E. Hartsdale Ave. in particular has suffered due to an influx in car-owning families to the neighborhood. In order to gauge the public's sentiment in an effort to alleviate the issue, Town Supervisor Paul Feiner has created a questionnaire for residents to voice their opinions. "I would appreciate it residents would drop me a note highlighting their personal experiences with overnight parking on the avenue" says Feiner. "If you live on E. Hartsdale Ave please respo…

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Bergenfield, NJ

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Valley Medical Group Named One Of Best Heart Care Centers In Country RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Valley Medical Group’s Heart Failure Outpatient Transitional Care program, led by Cardiologist Kariann Abbate, M.D., has been selected to participate in the American Medical Group Association’s "Best Practices in Managing Patients with Heart Failure" Collaborative. Valley’s practice was one of only 12 heart failure practices to receive a $10,000 grant toward expenses related to participating in the 12-month national forum, which starts this November. “We are excited to collaborate with expert clinicians in the field of heart failure cardiology,” said Dr. Abbate.…

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Yorktown, NY

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Annual Walk for Wishes & 5K Run Event To Be Held This Weekend TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- Hundreds of families and individuals from all walks of life throughout the region will join ranks on Sunday, Nov. 1 in supporting a worthy cause -- Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley’s 10th annual Walk and 5K Run for Wishes presented by Trusted Choice Independent Insurance Agents. The life-affirming fund raiser aimed at helping to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions will be held at Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, Yorktown Heights. It will start with registration at 8:30 a.m., continue with the annual Walk/Run at 10 a.m. and conclude with an award…

by John Haffey

10/28/2015

Harrison, NY

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Ressurrection Grammar School To Host Open House RYE, N.Y. -- Resurrection Grammar School will host an open house to welcome prospective students on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 8:45 a.m. Prospective parents will listen to presentations by Principal Sister Anne Massell and Assistant Principal Christopher Siegfried. School tours lead by parent volunteers will follow the presentation.

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