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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.

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Schools

Pace People This Week: Xerox CEO, Graduate Profile and Professor's Book PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Elisabeth Haub School of Law Professor Linda Fentiman has had her upcoming book on blaming mothers referenced in an article. More on her book can be read here. Pace Law School alumnus Jeff Jacobson has been promoted to CEO of Xerox Corp. Read more here. The Hartford Courant has published an article profiling Dyson graduate, Rachel Aviles. It can be found here.

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Schools

Pace's School of Nursing Recognized For Gerontological Nursing Excellence PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- The Lienhard School of Nursing has joined the National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence -- or NHCGNE -- a designation that recognizes Pace’s commitment to gerontological nursing. The NHCGNE is a collaboration between the Gerontological Society of America’s Coordinating Center and schools of nursing across the nation that have demonstrated the highest level of commitment to the field of gerontological nursing. Professors Dr. Sharon Wexler and Dr. Lin Drury were instrumental in obtaining this prestigious membership. "This is a great honor and a …

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Events

Balloons Take Flight Over County In Annual Aerial Celebration DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Hot-air balloons will once again float over Dutchess County this weekend on July 8, 9 and 10 as the Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival takes flight from Barton Orchards in Poughquag. With nearly 125 scheduled balloon launches between Friday and Sunday, fireworks, an expanded Moon Glow, helicopter rides from Independent Helicopters, children’s activities, food trucks and vendors, a tap room, bakery and farmer’s market, fire pits, live music and so much more, this year's festival aims to be one for the ages. "We couldn’t pull off a festival of this magnitude …

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Lifestyle

A Chilling Night Leads Climber To Northern Dutchess Hospital DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- In the high peaks of the Adirondacks, Mount Colden can be a treacherous climb in the winter, with help many hours or a full day away. The time required to hike to the top is described as “a long day” on one climbing website. The climb to the top of Colden was the longest day in 49-year-old race car mechanic Gregory Maschinot’s life. The Gardiner resident and his girlfriend reached the summit of this scenic peak just as the sun was fading, well behind their planned schedule. The couple had a choice: Climb down the icy slope in darkness and risk a serious fall or she…

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Lifestyle

Cardiologist Kelly Hanretta Joins White Plains Hospital WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital is pleased to welcome cardiologist Dr. Kelly Hanretta,to its group of integrated physician practices. Dr. Hanretta will be seeing patients at 77 Pondfield Road in Bronxville. Dr. Hanretta will be providing a complete range of preventive and general cardiology services to patients. Her areas of expertise include: cardiomyopathies (heart muscle diseases); women’s cardiovascular health; cardiac rehabilitation; advanced heart failure therapies; cardiac imaging; cardiac intensive care medicine; congenital heart disease; peripheral vascular disease; and …

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Lifestyle

HSS Doctor Offers Tips To Beat The Heat On Soccer Fields This Summer PARAMUS, N.J. -- Whether you are a recreational or professional athlete, warming up and sweating is part of playing the game. However, overheating can be quite common for athletes, especially soccer players. Since soccer matches and practices are usually completed outdoors with limited breaks during a match for water and rest, soccer players are at a greater risk of overheating during play. Also, players who are not at their peak training level are more susceptible to illnesses caused by high heat and humidity. Soccer players can experience heat illness ranging from heat cramps and heat ex…

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Lifestyle

HSS Surgeon Explains How To Thaw That Frozen Shoulder STAMFORD, Conn. -- Hospital for Special Surgery's Dr. Sabrina Strickland answers your questions on frozen shoulders. What exactly is ‘frozen shoulder’? How would I know if I’m suffering from this condition? A frozen shoulder is initially a painful shoulder without a history of trauma that then progresses to a painful stiff shoulder and eventually just a stiff shoulder. It is often difficult to diagnose, especially at the beginning. If you are experiencing shoulder pain and it is not improving with rest, I would recommend seeing a doctor specializing in shoulder issues. How much should a pa…

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Lifestyle

Bard's SummerScape Brings World-Class Performances Closer Than Ever Before ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- Performing arts lovers looking to experience the area's best music, dance and theater performances can find world class entertainment by looking north, not south this summer. Skip the train ride into the city and head up the river to Bard College's SummerScape celebration, held all summer long on the scenic Hudson. The college's annual SummerScape festival begins this weekend, kicking off seven weeks of opera, music, theater, dance, film, and cabaret in a riverside spectacular setting. This year marks the 27th rendition of the seasonal celebration, with performa…

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Lifestyle

White Plains Hospital Physician Associates Welcomes Two Internists To Staff WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital welcomes Dr. Gabriele Bolton and Dr. Susan Soeiro to its White Plains Hospital Physician Associates division. Bolton has been an attending staff physician at White Plains Hospital since 1985 and has practiced internal medicine in the White Plains community for more than 25 years. Bolton received her medical degree from the University of Munich Medical School in Germany and completed both her internship and residency as well as an endocrinology Fellowship at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Soeiro is a Diplomate of the American Board o…

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Business

Help Give Your Home's Interior A Boost With Nanuet's New Tile Shop NANUET, N.Y. -- D.I.Y. homeowners in Rockland have a new store for all their tiling needs, as The Tile Shop has opened a new retail showroom to the public at 300 East Route 59 in Nanuet. The new store is The Tile Shop’s eighth showroom in New York, showcasing inspirational styled living spaces defined by a diverse collection of more than 4,000 ceramic, porcelain, glass and natural stone tile products in unlimited color palettes and textures. The 15,000 square-foot showroom also features an on-site design and education center available to all customers. “Our tile collections include amazing…

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