For Arlene Avery, 74, working with animals after her retirement was a natural step. “I wanted somewhere I felt like I was contributing to something worthwhile… I alway had a love for animals.” After her career as a federal employee, Avery wanted to find meaningful volunteer work. After meeting Carol Cain, Hobo Hotel Spankey Halfway…
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Criss Angel raises more than $1.3 million at birthday party benefiting local non-profits
Superstar magician Criss Angel recently celebrated his 55th birthday by raising money to benefit families battling pediatric cancer and other critical illnesses Source: Criss Angel raises more than $1.3 million at birthday party benefiting local non-profits
3-year-old finishes cancer treatment, honored with sirens and flashing lights
Grayson Ruiz celebrated the end of his leukemia treatment Jan. 31 with a drive-through from Clarksville and Montgomery County first responders. Source: 3-year-old finishes cancer treatment, honored with sirens and flashing lights | PHOTOS | ClarksvilleNow.com
Terminally ill former speedway rider surprised with 100 biker ride-by
A terminally ill former speedway racer from Colne was visited by the manager of his favourite team and was treated to a ride-by from over 100 bikers. Source: Terminally ill former speedway rider surprised with 100 biker ride-by
Damar Hamlin launches ‘plan to put back into the world’ with challenge to LeBron James, Tom Brady and Michelle Obama
Bills safety Damar Hamlin is partnering the American Heart Association to educate people about CPR, and he’s challenged some stars to join the fight. Source: Damar Hamlin launches ‘plan to put back into the world’ with challenge to LeBron James, Tom Brady and Michelle Obama
Torres: A mother’s grief inspires her efforts for others in tragic situation
A CuddleCot would allow grieving parents and relatives the time they needed to say goodbye to deceased newborns. Source: Torres: A mother’s grief inspires her efforts for others in tragic situation
Homeless mom left her dog with note, ‘please love me.’ A shelter reunited them.
The note continued: ‘My mom can’t keep me and is homeless with 2 kids. She tried her best but can’t get help.’ Source: Homeless mom left her dog with note, ‘please love me.’ A shelter reunited them.
Patrick Mahomes’ mom turns birthday into fundraiser for KC charity
The mother of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes turned her birthday into a fundraiser for the children’s charity, Variety KC. Source: Patrick Mahomes’ mom turns birthday into fundraiser for KC charity
Model vows to prove you can still be ‘sexy’ after double mastectomy
Jade Power was 27 when she received the news that she is a carrier of a rare genetic mutation called PALB2, meaning there was a 71 per cent chance of her developing breast cancer. Source: Model vows to prove you can still be ‘sexy’ after double mastectomy
When Sue fled 5,000km to escape her abusive ex, these women ‘saved’ her. Now she’s giving back
Sue volunteers at the emergency support service that helped her at a time of need, but as demand for help soars the centre’s greatest Christmas wish is to keep its doors open next year. Source: When Sue fled 5,000km to escape her abusive ex, these women ‘saved’ her. Now she’s giving back