A Batavia hospital gained a funding boost this December in the form of a $12,000 donation from the Ricky Palermo Foundation. Designed to enhance care at Rochester-Regional Health-United Memorial Medical Center, this contribution highlights the vital role community support plays in local healthcare.
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians recently donated $10,083 to the Breast Imaging Center at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. The funds will help enhance early breast cancer detection services through advanced diagnostics and screenings.
In 2025, Island Health secured voter approval for a property tax increase and faced dramatic changes among its leadership. A 28-year commissioner retired, and another longtime board member was replaced by a political newcomer, marking a season of transition.
Two families in New Bern moved into their new Habitat homes just days before Christmas, making this season a life-changing holiday. Their story highlights the power of community support and the profound joy of finally having a place to call home.
A brief letter highlights Ben Sasse’s recent cancer diagnosis, expressing sincere sympathy and commending the Nebraska senator for his moral fortitude. The writer even contrasts Sasse’s courage with that of other Nebraska senators, underscoring the significance of standing firm when it matters.
On Dec. 18, the Commonwealth Financing Authority awarded a $500,000 grant to Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center. The funding, drawn from the Statewide Local Share Account (LSA) Program, will support renovations at the Brighter Tomorrows Center, enhancing crucial services for local youth.
Englewood firefighters face hurricane season armed with new rain gear, courtesy of the Rotonda Elks. Even when storms hit, first responders must remain on duty, underscoring the significance of community-backed support.
At Lakeview Animal Sanctuary in Lockport, animals reminiscent of a Christmas manger scene are seeking caretakers. The sanctuary hopes to recruit volunteers — referred to as “angels” or “shepherds” — to safeguard and nurture its residents.
On December 19, two men in Henry County marked a new chapter in their lives by graduating from drug treatment court. Despite the snow and wind outside, the mood inside Henry Circuit Court 2 was filled with optimism and celebration.
Montgomery County Public Schools received a significant donation that erased debt for more than 80,000 school meals. This large-scale act of generosity helps many families at a time when financial burdens can weigh heavily. The story illustrates the powerful outcome of one individual’s giving spirit.