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Cancer-Fighting Local Bergen Police Departments Unite For Stricken Mom, Young Son
North Jersey single mom Joanne Bastante-Howard has worked tirelessly for years to help provide critical resources for kids who, like her young son, have Down syndrome.
Bastante-Howard, a former advertising and marketing whirlwind, is personally responsible for raising more than $100,000 to help obtain critical medical, education and therapeutic services for those in need through the non-profit she founded, America's Special Kidz (A.S.K.).
Parents of children with a wide range of circumstances -- including autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, and mitochondrial disease -- have turned t…
East Hanover Girl, 5, Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle
Gabriella Grace Irene was destined for greatness.
Born on lucky St. Patrick's Day in 2014, Gabby of East Hanover grew to become a vivacious and sassy girl.
She loved playing with her dolls, dress-up and especially her big brother, Vito.
Fate had other plans of Gabby, though, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Rhabdomysarcoma -- an aggressive form of sarcoma -- nearly one year ago.
Gabby, 5, died after a courageous battle on Friday, Sept. 13.
More than $75,000 had been raised for her family on a GoFundMe as of Monday.
"Gabby made sure everyday was filled with fun and excitement," …
Patterson Relay For Life Marks 10th Year
Patterson's 10th annual Relay for Life is Saturday, June 9, and lasts from 8 a.m. until midnight, helping raise money for the American Cancer Society branch based in New Windsor.
While the walk around the track for a loved one begins at 8 a.m., opening ceremonies start at noon at the Patterson Fire House, 13 Burdick Road.
A luminary ceremony begins at 9:30 p.m. and the fund-raising relay concludes at midnight.
Festivities include kids games, a petting zoo, butterfly release, food, desserts, raffles, a DJ and musical bands.
For more details or to register click here: www.relayforlife.or…
