Anastasia is a spunky, spirited and happy little girl – who has been through far too much already in life. We’ve been following her story from the beginning. Anastasia Rafter from Niagara Falls, was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor in her optic chiasm in December of 2016. She was just 8 months old. The tumor […]
His story was simply heartbreaking. Lawrence Bierl, better known as Larry, was homeless for decades. Many tried to help, but apparently Larry did not want to be helped. In a devastating discovery – Larry’s body was found in a bus shelter in the frigid temperatures last month. The community was incredibly rattled. And angry. How […]
If you’ve never heard of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, you’re not alone. As an American of Italian descent, I hadn’t either. Until my best friend joined and filled me in. Turns out, it is a sisterhood of sorts. A sisterhood of Irish and Irish-American, Catholic Women who work to help make their community […]
Sad update: The dog perished in the fire. It is just devastating. An Amherst man was killed in a fire at a home on Bramblewood Lane shortly after 1 a.m. Saturday. A woman was hospitalized at Erie County Medical Center with burns and smoke inhalation, and put into a medically induced coma, according Amherst Fire Officials. Her […]
It’s an extremely tough time of year for Robin Tolsma. February 12th is the anniversary of her husband’s death. Darren was killed in the crash of flight 3407. That was 10 years ago. As we prepare to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day – there’s something that Robin wants everyone to know: there’s nothing like a […]
We first told you about this incredible sister duo last July. Today, we have a wonderful update. UPDATE: After a relapse and more treatment, the latest update is filled with hope. It has been a LONG journey but here is the latest from Isabella’s parents: “Isabella’s bone marrow is 100% Peyton’s cells! Praise God!!🙏🙏 She […]
I’ve always considered myself a dog person. Always. But, I have to tell you – I have a new appreciation for cats. Thanks to Cats. Who knew a bunch of people dressed as felines, dancing and singing, moving as cats do, could be or would be so endearing. Turns out – those lovable cats have […]