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John Haffey

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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.

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Business

Take A Byte Out Of Cyber Crime With Easy Hacker-Proof Steps NEW JERSEY -- Don't ignore the new iPhone update that's been popping up for months, say the cybersecurity experts at Freedom Bank. By installing the newest operating system on your mobile device and following other simple precautionary measures, you can instantly boost the security of your online financial identity. As e-commerce continues to grow, consumers can find themselves at risk for hacking and cyber theft. In the majority of theft cases, most hackers are simply just looking for the weakest link to pick off. "Majority of cyber theft start with ’Phishing’," said Joel Sweren,…

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Lifestyle

Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery At NWH Can Give Patients A Fresh Start MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- America's current obesity epidemic can be linked to a variety of factors, say many top health professionals. Doctors recognize a number of influencers contributing to unhealthy weight levels that are outside an individual’s control. These include political forces shaping food production, the changing nature of the North American diet, genetics and evolution. “Steps that prevent obesity do not work to cure obesity,” said Dr. Mitchell Roslin, Director of the Surgical Weight Loss Program at Northern Westchester Hospital. Many of those suffering from obesity can find lastin…

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Schools

Pace People This Week: Trump, Trump And More Trump PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Lubin School of Business Professors Dr. Steven Mezzio and Dr. Matthew Reidenbach worked as faculty co-advisors to the Lubin School of Business team of students who won first place in the Regional Deloitte Audit Innovation Campus Challenge. The team, comprising six Lubin undergraduate students, won $200 per student, and will travel to Deloitte University to compete in the national championship during spring 2017. Dyson College of Arts and Sciences professor Dr. David Caputo wrote a letter to …

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Lifestyle

Pace Basketball Teams Hosts Camp Reunion And Youth Day This Weekend PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. - The Pace University men's and women's basketball teams will host their annual Camp Reunion and Youth Day on Saturday, Jan. 14, when they host Stonehill College in a big Northeast-10 Conference doubleheader. The women will tip off first at 1:30 p.m., followed by the men at 3:30 p.m. For this doubleheader, children 12-years old and younger will be admitted free, and while supplies last will receive a Pace Athletics draw string bag, T-Bone sunglasses, a schedule poster, and are invited to participate in a post-game autograph session with the players. General admission tick…

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Lifestyle

Overindulge This Holiday Season? Fight Back With Simple Weight-Loss Tips RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- With the holidays over and New Year's resolutions in full swing, many people are looking to leave behind any unwanted weight they may have gained over the festive months. “As we look forward to the fresh start that a new year brings, many of us will also be struggling with the addition of the unwanted pounds we’ve gained during the holidays” explained Meredith Urban, a registered dietitian at The Valley Hospital's Center for Metabolic Surgery and Weight-Loss Management. “In my role as a bariatric nutritionist, I have acquired a few tips and tools that can help you get back…

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Lifestyle

Shoveling Snow: Winter Chore Or Health Hazard? The Valley Hospital Explains RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Like it or not, winter has officially begun and snow has already arrived. Although winters in the Northeast are typically beautiful, especially after a fresh snowfall, the arrival of snow means it's time to start shoveling. “We know that shoveling snow is a winter norm, but most people don't know that shoveling snow can actually pose a serious cardiac health risk to some people,” said Dr. George Becker, director of the Emergency Department at The Valley Hospital. In fact, although most people are not in danger from shoveling, the American Heart Association -- or AHA -- st…

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Lifestyle

White Plains Hospital, High School Students Form Dynamic Healthcare Team WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- While her other friends were curled up watching Netflix on a typical school night, Carly Glickenhaus found herself enjoying a very different experience at White Plains Hospital. "I never expected to find myself wrapping my hands around a human colon in the pathology lab at White Plains Hospital,” said Glickenhaus, a 2016 graduate of Scarsdale High School. Glickenhaus and other ambitious seniors are part of the hands-on White Plains Hospital Clinical Tutorial program (WPHCT), a semester-long educational program offered by the hospital. “Programs like this are more…

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Lifestyle

Seasonal Affective Disorder: It's Not Just The 'Winter Blues' NYACK, N.Y. -- It’s common to feel down after the excitement of the holidays. Long January days and cold weather can combine to make people eat and sleep more. But for some people, the winter months bring a kind of depression that is more than the 'winter blues.' Known as seasonal affective disorder -- or SAD -- this type of depression usually begins in the late fall or early winter, and goes away by summer. “With SAD, a person often gains weight and may sleep up to 14 hours a day during the winter,” said Dr. Michael Levy, senior attending psychiatrist at Nyack Hospital. SAD may cause consta…

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Lifestyle

Celebrate National Cheese Lover's Day With The Perfect Cheeseboard RYE BROOK, N.Y. -- Balducci's Food Lover's Market is calling all cheese connoisseurs! In celebration of National Cheese Lover’s Day, which is held on Jan. 20, the gourmet market shares several celebratory tips and explains how to create the perfect cheese board at home. Before hosting a party, entertainers can stop by Balducci’s and choose from a selection of the finest cheeses sourced from across the world. And what does one do after bringing home their favorite cheeses from Balducci’s? Watch the video guide above to see how to make a beautiful cheeseboard, displaying the gourmet selectio…

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Lifestyle

Dangerous Or Divine? Highland Medical Physician Explains Our Caffeine Craze NYACK, N.Y. -- Many people love coffee, but caffeine consumption can have numerous adverse effects on our health – even if we don’t realize it. Some people can be very sensitive to even a small amount of caffeine, as little as a single cup of coffee in the morning. "It is important to remember that caffeine is a stimulant and all stimulants can alter the way the nervous system and other bodily functions work," said Dr. Ronald Stern, Internal Medicine Physician with Dr. Ronald Stern Internal Medicine in Pomona, a member of Highland Medical P.C. "Our nervous system controls the …

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