By Rob Bick It has been almost five years since my beloved wife, Ann Marie, passed away. It feels like five seconds ago that I was holding her when she took her last breath. It feels like 50 years since...
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Guest Commentary
Guest Commentary – Teal Circle: We are strong when we stand together
By Frieda Weeks Search the word “survivor” in a dictionary and the top definitions are fairly black and white. Simply put, a survivor is described as someone who remains alive after coming close to death. Keep reading and you’ll find...
Health
Special Feature – The St. Agatha Foundation: Breast cancer victim leaves a lasting legacy
By Norah Machia Kathy Mezzalingua remembers accompanying her late daughter, Laurie, a breast cancer patient, to one of her first chemotherapy appointments. As they waited to be called into a room for treatment, Laurie overheard another patient discussing how she...
Guest Commentary
Guest commentary: Pay It Forward
By Tracey Burkey Life was good! My husband and I married in August 2014. My youngest son was a sophomore in high school and all our adult kids were healthy and thriving. We were also proud grandparents to a beautiful...
Cover Story
Cover Story – Amber vs. Cancer: Strength and perseverance mark Amber Howland’s battle against cancer
By Norah Machia As a young breast cancer survivor, Amber M. Howland is hoping that by sharing her story, it will help save the lives of other women. “You can take a terrible situation and just stay at home,” said...
