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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Planning A Fundraiser? Let Eventoozi Help Make The Night A Hit Planning A Fundraiser? Let Eventoozi Help Make The Night A Hit
Planning A Fundraiser? Let Eventoozi Help Make The Night A Hit WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Planning a nonprofit event can seem like a full-time job. Finding a venue, picking a date, selecting the caterers, contacting a rental company and ensuring the night goes off without a hitch requires proper foresight and a little bit of luck. However, thanks to eventoozi, nonprofit event coordinators across the country can plan their big evening down to the tablecloths without breaking a sweat. Founded by Holly Alexander, a Westchester-based social media consultant and President of TopSpin Communications, eventoozi was born out of a need to share information between nonp…
Keep Your ACL In Top Shape As HSS Doctor Answers Your Questions Keep Your ACL In Top Shape As HSS Doctor Answers Your Questions
Keep Your ACL In Top Shape As HSS Doctor Answers Your Questions STAMFORD, Conn. -- Dr. Robert Marx, a sports medicine surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery, tackles the world of ACL injuries.  My son tore his ACL playing high school soccer. How will this affect him later in life? Hopefully it won’t. Any patient who tears their ACL is at higher risk of knee arthritis, but it is certainly not a guarantee. I heard that ACL injuries are different for females versus males. Is this true? The injury is the same for females and males, but is up to six times more common in females.  Do I really need to have surgery for my torn ACL? Patients who participa…
How is Scoliosis Corrected? HSS Surgeon Explains How is Scoliosis Corrected? HSS Surgeon Explains
How is Scoliosis Corrected? HSS Surgeon Explains PARAMUS, N.J. -- HSS orthopedic surgeon Dr. Roger Widmann outlines the importance of early detection of scoliosis in children in the fifth part of a five-segment series. Scoliosis, defined by a curvature of the spine that more than 10 degrees, is not preventable but can be treated by early detection. I take my patients' concerns very seriously, as my priority is to keep a scoliosis curve from requiring surgery. Pediatricians are a critical part of early detection as they check for scoliosis every year. Most health care providers check for scoliosis by performing the Forward Bending Test, wh…
Sunrise Solar CEO Changes the Face of Energy Use in Rockland County Sunrise Solar CEO Changes the Face of Energy Use in Rockland County
Sunrise Solar CEO Changes the Face of Energy Use in Rockland County ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Douglas Hertz, president of Sunrise Solar Solutions, has helped New Yorkers generate five billion watt hours of clean, renewable energy -- and counting.  Due to his record of success, it came as no surprise that his firm has been chosen for the high-profile installation of a community distributed generation project using a cutting-edge bifacial solar technology this summer. Hertz founded Sunrise Solar Solutions in 2009 by leveraging his decades of electrical design experience in the entertainment industry to revolutionize the way energy is consumed in Rockland, We…
Mary Jane Denzer Lets A 'Virtual' Stand-In Help Make Big Fashion Decisions Mary Jane Denzer Lets A 'Virtual' Stand-In Help Make Big Fashion Decisions
Mary Jane Denzer Lets A 'Virtual' Stand-In Help Make Big Fashion Decisions WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- When shopping for a new dress, having a second opinion is everything. However, for a special occasion where the input of a friend or relative elsewhere can make or break a choice, shoppers at Mary Jane Denzer in White Plains have a new option. "What people like to do when shopping for an important dress is to get the opinion of those nearest and dearest, usually by sharing pictures," said Anastasia Cucinella, manager of the White Plains luxury boutique. "That is the worst thing you can do. Unless the lighting is perfect and the photo is professionally sho…
Rockland Residents Taste Flavors Of The World Without Leaving County Rockland Residents Taste Flavors Of The World Without Leaving County
Rockland Residents Taste Flavors Of The World Without Leaving County WEST NYACK, N.Y. -- Award-winning churrascaria, Texas de Brazil has opened its door in West Nyack, and will be serve up its grilled perfection for area residents. The new 7500 sq. foot restaurant will accommodate 225 guests and feature an open-view grill in the dining area, a wine wall, and a bar/lounge area. Located in Palisades Center, the new West Nyack location is the company’s 44th restaurant. “As a native gaucho who grew up in Rio Grande do Sul, the birthplace of churrasco, I’m proud that Texas de Brazil cooks all of our meats over an open flame in the churrasco tradition that I learn…
Ensure Your Financial Gifts Are In Good Hands With Proper Planning Ensure Your Financial Gifts Are In Good Hands With Proper Planning
Ensure Your Financial Gifts Are In Good Hands With Proper Planning PURCHASE, N.Y. -- Yesterday we discussed gifting amounts and leading by example. This week we conclude by discussing Custodial Accounts, Trusts and 529 Plans. Custodial Accounts, Trusts and 529 Plans If the gift recipient is a young child, Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA) or Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) custodial accounts may be appropriate choices. With UTMA/UGMAs accounts, the minor owns the funds received as a gift, but the donor may serve as custodian and has complete control of the account until the minor reaches the age of majority (generally 18 or 21depending on the state…
Daily Voice Autos: Find The Ten Best Deals This Week Daily Voice Autos: Find The Ten Best Deals This Week
Daily Voice Autos: Find The Ten Best Deals This Week NEW JERSEY -- Finding the best deal when shopping for a new or used car takes patience. Here at Daily Voice Autos, we've done the work for you and found the ten best deals across our platform. By working with dealers directly, Daily Voice Autos is able to give you the price you'll pay when you visit the dealership. Here are our top picks for the week, based on savings off MSRP: 2016 Volvo S60 Inscription - Savings of $9,909 2016 Ford F-150 XLT - Savings of $9,520 2016 Volvo S60 - Savings of $8,079 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Savings of $8,065 2016 Volvo V60 Cross Country - Savings of …
The Adventure Park In Bridgeport Offers Chance To See County From Above The Adventure Park In Bridgeport Offers Chance To See County From Above
The Adventure Park In Bridgeport Offers Chance To See County From Above BRIDGEPORT, Conn. ­­ With school out for the summer, finding ways to keep the whole family active and entertained is no easy task. Vacations can be expensive, the beach becomes overcrowded and sitting around the house just isn't an option. Why not view the world from above? The Adventure Park at The Discovery Museum in Bridgeport offers the chance to do just that. Located on five wooded acres of land behind the Discovery Museum at 4450 Park Avenue, The Adventure Park consists of eleven aerial trails with challenges suitable for ages five­to­adult. Each trail is color­coded and has varying di…
Avoid Injury While Searching For Inner Peace With Yoga Saftey Tips Avoid Injury While Searching For Inner Peace With Yoga Saftey Tips
Avoid Injury While Searching For Inner Peace With Yoga Saftey Tips GREENWICH, Conn. -- For many people, yoga is a gentle way to increase balance, strength, and flexibility while relieving everyday stress. However, as with any form of exercise, if practiced incorrectly, there is the risk of muscle strains, torn ligaments, or more serious injuries.  Common yoga injuries include repetitive strain and overstretching of the neck, shoulders, spine, legs and knees. For instance, Warrior I, Warrior II and High Crescent poses can strain the ACL in the knee, if the knee isn’t kept in-line with the ankle. Tree poses carries a similar risk to the knee if the foot is pr…
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