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John Haffey

Client Editor

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.

John Haffey's Contributions

Neighbors

Bankwell Helps Four Legged Friends Find New Homes NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- For Bankwell customers across Fairfield county, a trip to the bank just got cuter. Bankwell has teamed up with community partners, including area dog and cat shelters, to help rescue pets find new homes in Fairfield and New Haven counties, thanks to the Bankwell Pet Adoption Project. In several Bankwell branches, lobbies often feature revolving photo and art exhibits from local artists. Looking at this space, Lynne Gomez, Bankwell's executive assistant to the CEO, had an idea. "I thought, 'Why don’t we use our space to support the community in a different and creati…

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Lifestyle

Bankwell, Ram Council Foundation Partner For Substance-Free New Canaan NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- For Joyce Sixsmith, licensed alcohol and drug counselor from Westport who works in New Canaan, the fact that her substance abuse prevention club was integrated into New Canaan High School’s curriculars five years ago, was thrilling. Known as The Ram Council Foundation, her organization is now a stand alone non-profit and has grown from 35 student members to 100. “I wanted to create a group that at its core, had youth who committed to substance free living, but also incorporated a strong parent component, substance free activities, educational forums and community servi…

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Lifestyle

It’s Teddy Bear Time At Northern Westchester Hospital, Bring the Kids! MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- A trip to the emergency room may be a scary experience, especially for young children. However, Northern Westchester Hospital's annual Teddy Bear Clinic is turning fear into fun and providing parents and children with a behind-the-scenes tour of the state-of-the-art facility. "Just like a doctor's office, the hospital can be seen as a scary place," said Maureen Munson, patient care manager of NWH's Emergency Department. "This clinic gives children the opportunity to see the facilities before they have the need to use them." At the beginning of the t…

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Lifestyle

This Daylights Savings Time, Spring Forward With Proper Preparation NYACK, N.Y. -- Although it means an extra hour of daylight, turning the clock one hour ahead for daylight savings time can cause biological clocks to become out of sync. That's why, according to experts, it's not uncommon to feel out of sorts for several days after the time change. "When you change your clocks on Sunday night, March 12, and lose an hour of precious sleep, you’re likely to feel the effects of daylight savings time most if you are sleep deprived and don’t have a regular sleep schedule," said Dr. Anita Bhola, director of sleep medicine at Nyack Hospital, To reduce…

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Business

It's Never Too Early To Start Planning For Retirement Says Kearny Bank FAIRFIELD, NJ. -- When it comes to retirement planning, there are three keys to success according to Fairfield-based Kearny Bank: starting young, being consistent and diversifying your portfolio. For most 20-somethings, retirement seems decades away. However, starting to save at a young age can make an exponential difference in the growth of funds. Even small contributions often result in big returns at retirement time, so it’s important to add to an account each year as early as possible in the calendar year. Diversifying investments is also the surest way to maximize lifetime earnings. St…

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Lifestyle

Help Your Dark Rooms Shine With Low-Light Tips From Wallauer's Although dark rooms can feel cozy and inviting, especially during the cold days of winter, as temperatures slowly warm and days get longer, light-lacking rooms can take on a constricting feel. Thankfully, Wallauer's Design Center is helping homeowners turn otherwise dark, drab rooms into bright, cheery living areas with these simple tips. "White is the perfect canvas for any room," said Kim Scappaticci, design director at Wallauer’s Design Center. "While most whites cast a huge color of gray, green, blue or can look too sterile, Benjamin Moore's Simple White is a warm true whi…

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Lifestyle

What Do You Love About Westchester? New ERA Agents Share Their Reasons MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- No matter the recent trends, when buying and selling real estate it’s still all about location. That’s exactly why Westchester County shines; from city convenience to rural escape, Westchester based ERA Insite Realty Services is helping homeowners discover – or re-discover – one of the country’s most unique places to live. Four agents who recently joined ERA Insite’s sales team shared their thoughts about the county and why they love living here and helping buyers find the homes of their dreams here. According to Joseph Pegna, a Hawthorne resident and licensed agent…

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Lifestyle

NWH's Cardiac Rehab Program Ensures The Gift Of A Heart Lasts A Lifetime MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For those who have experienced a heart attack, heart disease or undergone a heart transplant, readjusting to normal life can be a difficult, even frightening process. However, thanks to Northern Westchester Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Center, those given new life can learn to stay active—safely. NWH's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is a medically-supervised, individualized program of exercise and education that helps patients with a heart condition gain strength and stamina in a low-stress setting. Unlike visiting a regular gym, the program requires a physician pr…

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Lifestyle

Valley Doctor Examines Correlation Between Sleep And Cardiac Health RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Most people know that not getting enough sleep can impact day to day life, but many are surprised to hear that a lack of sleep can also negatively impact your heart health. "As Americans increasingly cut back on sleep in favor of social, leisure or work-related activities, the relation of sleep disorders to cardiac disease is becoming clearer," said Dr. Jeffrey P. Barasch, medical director of the Center for Sleep Medicine at The Valley Hospital. "Sleep disorders have emerged as being related to hypertension, cardiovascular disease, obesity and type 2 diabet…

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Lifestyle

White Plains Hospital Adds Hand Specialist, Plastic Surgeon To Staff WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital has added surgeon Dr. Jeffrey M. Jacobson to its expansive Physician Associates Division, which services the entirety of Westchester County. Jacobson is a board certified plastic surgeon with an additional board certification in hand surgery. He comes to the hospital with a unique background in aerospace design, having held research positions in biomedical engineering, mechanical and aerospace engineering and orthopaedic biomechanics. Additionally, Jacobson has authored and co-authored numerous articles and book chapters, and has presented his rese…

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