LONG ISLAND, NY — Research into common childhood cancers receive approximately 4 percent of the National Institutes of Health’s federal $47.1 billion budget — and Long Island cancer charity founders and medical professionals are calling for more. While 1 percent of cancer cases are diagnosed in people under age 20, according to National Cancer Institute…
WARREN, NJ — Marisa Davison of Warren has always been drawn to working with children and and helping others. So it came as no surprise when she followed her dream to become a pediatric occupational therapist(OT) and open her own practice called Glow OT. “I was introduced to occupational therapy because I have a family…
JERSEY CITY, NJ — A new store is set to open at the Newport Centre Mall in Jersey City this week, but the owner says most people don’t understand the product. @foreverlinxx.com>”I own a permanent jewelry business with locations in Somerville and Bridgewaters,” said business owner Melinda Barros. “I will be opening my 3rd location…
FAIRFAX CITY, VA — Voters had an opportunity Wednesday night to talk one-on-one with all of the candidates who are on the Nov. 5 ballot in the City of Fairfax.Click Here: Hurricanes Rugby Jersey The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area and the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce co-sponsored Wednesday’s meet-and-greet at the…
ENFIELD, CT — Oftentimes, people from small towns across America who wind up finding success in the sports or entertainment industries tend to forget about their roots. Such was not the case, however, with John Ashton. Ashton, a 1966 graduate of Enfield High School who went on to big screen stardom in the “Beverly Hills…
WEST HARTFORD, CT — West Hartford’s senior centers will soon offer a unique program aimed for those battling Parkinson’s disease, but it recently needed a stamp of approval by the town. The West Hartford Town Council Tuesday, Sept. 24, unanimously approved appropriating grant dollars from the American Parkinson Disease Association (Connecticut chapter) to allow West…
Some changes are coming to the WWE Performance Center. WWE held their final NXT on USA episode from the WWE PC in Orlando, FL. on September 24, with the show moving to The CW network starting next Tuesday in Chicago, Ill., before heading to St. Louis, MO. the following week. According to reports, WWE is…
CALIFORNIA — With over 12,000 animals residing in a scenic park setting, the San Diego Zoo is one of the nation’s most visited and most beloved zoos. While the San Diego Zoo’s prestige is well-earned, animal-loving Californians and visitors should know that the Golden State boasts many more animal-centric attractions that are worthy of exploration.…
CALIFORNIA — As the seasons change and temperatures cool, it’s a great time for families to go outdoors and explore one of California’s national parks. In celebration of National Public Lands Day, entrance to all national parks across the Golden State and country is free Saturday, Sept. 28. “National Public Lands Day is a reminder…
CONCORD, NH — A man from Loudon is facing seven charges after an incident last month on Village Street in Penacook. Click Here: baby knitted accessories Around 9 p.m. on Aug. 20, police were sent to a report of a domestic incident. A woman accused James Bosco, 47, of Lovering Avenue in Loudon, of spitting…