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Hope Rises Celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Day 2026
February 17th is designated as “Random Acts of Kindness Day,” so some board members of Hope Rises led efforts throughout WNY to spread some positivity
February 18, 2026
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Dancing Queens
Friendships can form in unlikely places. On the night of Shine Gold 2024, cancer warrior, Mia DeCamilla, and Hope Rises board member, Jennifer (Jenni) Gerena,
February 11, 2026
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Chemo-Girl Extensions
February marks National Cancer Prevention and Awareness Month, and there’s one aspect to a cancer diagnosis of which everyone is aware, but only those experiencing
February 2, 2026
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Thank You, Coach
There’s been a cold front moving through Buffalo lately, and it isn’t just the windchill. Since the big Bills loss this weekend, there has been
January 21, 2026
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The Legacy of Natalie Barnhard-Castrogiovanni
You may not have met her, but chances are high that you have felt her impact as a remarkable member of the Western New York
January 12, 2026
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What’s He Got? Nothing!
If you’ve ever taken a trip to “Banditland,” you might recognize that iconic line– but you might not recognize the face behind it. Meet the
January 6, 2026
