By Betsy Bedigian Organ donation is the ultimate gift. There is no cost, and it can be tremendously powerful. Without the organ donor, there is no story, no hope, no transplant. But when there is an organ donor, life springs...
Year: 2023
Special Feature
Special Feature: Bringing the Festival of Trees and Lights to Life
By Alyssa Dearborn For many Central New Yorkers, The Everson Museum’s annual Festival of Trees and Lights is a beloved holiday tradition. In its 38th year, the festival welcomes all to enjoy beautifully decorated trees and wreaths, an artisanal market,...
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Inspire: Lauren Miter – Teacher travels to Kenya to raise autism awareness
By Janelle Davis Lauren Miter, special education teacher at Elmcrest Elementary in the Liverpool district, recently returned from a journey to Kenya, Africa for the Global Autism Project. Her time in Kenya lasted two weeks, during which she collaborated...
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Inspire: Iris Buczkowski – Helping people with their philanthropic goals
By Norah Machia A recent study published in Discovery Magazine noted that “giving to charity makes us happier; especially when we freely choose to give. Whether we have a little or a lot of money, how we choose to spend...
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Home décor – Holiday decorating made simple
By Kathy Franco As a mother with two adult children who live out of state, I take a different approach to holiday decorating in my home. I’ve begun to simplify and decorate more for my taste. Gone are the endless...
