Local Charity Reaches Major Milestone in Giving
The Jim Harszlak Foundation has reached a major milestone when it comes to giving – after six years they have given away a total of $102,004.00! The foundation is named after a man who spent his life giving and helping others, until he died from Colon Cancer in 2012. Jim’s widow, Susan Holler Harszlak has worked […]
Local Story Goes National and NOW – More than $11,000 Has Been Raised for Layla!
We first told you about sweet Layla last week when a bride and groom were looking for the 5-year-old! Boy has this story blown up and we couldn’t be more excited. Now, we have a wonderful update!!! The gofundme raised enough for a trip to Disney. Layla’s mom told me, “I am over the moon […]
Nolan Burch’s Legacy Lives On – 4 Years After the College Student Died In Fraternity Hazing Incident
It is just about time for the 4th annual Nolan M. Burch Foundation Fundraiser. It’s a night to remember and honor Nolan Burch. Nolan was just 18 when he died after a fraternity hazing incident at West Virginia University. That was nearly four years ago. For Nolan’s family – it’s been four very long years […]
Young Boy Battling Chronic Illness Becomes an Airman for the Day!
These photos absolutely made our day! A young boy who is a part of Stone’s Buddies – a program designed to provide support to chronically ill patients at Oishei Children’s Hospital and their families – had an amazing day with some very special heroes! Barrett Jaworski became honorary Reserve Citizen Airman 2nd Lt. Barrett Jaworski for […]
Young Boy Battling Chronic Illness Becomes an Airman for the Day!
These photos absolutely made our day! A young boy who is a part of Stone’s Buddies – a program designed to provide support to chronically ill patients at Oishei Children’s Hospital and their families – had an amazing day with some very special heroes! Barrett Jaworski became honorary Reserve Citizen Airman 2nd Lt. Barrett Jaworski for […]
Bride Takes Time Out For Adorable Little Girl With Autism – During Her Wedding Photo Shoot. AND IT IS BEAUTIFUL!
We first told you about the internet search that left so many of us saying, “Awwwwww.” Once upon a time, there was beautiful bride who stopped during her wedding photo shoot to talk to and spend time with a beautiful little girl. The little girl, 5-year-old, Layla, moved the bride and groom – so much […]
Bride & Groom Moved to Tears by Adorable Little Girl With Autism During Their Wedding Photo Shoot
Update: The beautiful little girl has been found! We have more on her down below! First – what a beautiful couple!! Wishing them a lifetime of love, joy and happiness!!!! 🙂 Here’s the backstory. Olivia and Caleb Spark were married on Saturday. They went to have their photos taken at Akron Falls Park when something […]
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
One in four. Those are apparently the numbers when it comes to women losing a baby. One in four women experience this loss. Amy Louise knows about that loss. The Olean mom lost a baby – a boy named Gavin – years ago. It still hurts, the pain is still raw and real. That’s why […]
Benefit Set For Matt Hoffower – As the Dad & Husband Fights Stage Four Melanoma
A local dad is in the fight of his life – against cancer. Matt Hoffower was recently diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic melanoma cancer. Matt, a 1997 graduate of Iroquois High School, member of IBEW local 41 in Buffalo, loving husband and father of 3, needs your help. Friends say Matt is a wonderful man – […]
Anderson’s is Hosting ‘Shake it up for Breast Cancer’ & It’s a Win-Win for Everyone!
As I’m sure just about everyone knows by now, October is breast cancer awareness month. It is a way to shine light on a disease that 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop in their lifetime. Odds are – you know someone who has had or is fighting breast cancer. Someone you love, someone in […]