October is usually our “Pink” edition, but I thought it was important that we devote some space this month to another public health crisis that actually affects more women. While one in eight women will face a breast cancer diagnosis,...
Features
INSPIRE: Bryn Lovejoy-Grinnell, Vera House attorney
By Sarah Hall Photos by Maureen Tricase/Capture Your Moments Bryn Lovejoy-Grinnell is often surprised at how many people she encounters who don’t realize they’re being subjected to interpersonal abuse. “ came in for a divorce and they started talking...
Features, Health
INSPIRE: Stephanie Piston, Domestic Violence Survivor and Advocate
By Sarah Hall Photos by Michael Di Giglio/MDG Images Never ask Stephanie Piston why she didn’t leave her abusive ex-husband sooner. “I hated that question,” Stephanie said. “Hated it, hated it, hated it.” Stephanie was married to a man...
Causes, Featured
CNY Diaper Bank announces opportunities to help keep local babies dry, clean and healthy during “Diaper Need Awareness Week”
The CNY Diaper Bank, a local nonprofit that collects diapers for families in need, encourages community members to participate in its activities in honor of National Diaper Need Awareness Week Sept. 23-29. The week was created in 2012 by the National Diaper...
Causes, Features
FOR A GOOD CAUSE: Donna McCann, Syracuse Sounds of Music Association
What is the Syracuse Sounds of Music Association? The Syracuse Sounds of Music Association, Inc. is a non-profit charitable organization that advocates for the promotion and support of music throughout the Central New York area. We do this through a...
