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Chris Hancock running for Boston House

Chris Hancock running for Boston House

On August 21, Chris Hancock,a resident of Westwood, will run the 7-mile Falmouth Road Race for the 17th time to benefit The Boston House, a no-cost home away from home for children with cancer and their families.

Chris has personally raised over $125,000 for Boston House going into this year,...

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Walpole kids read to Cody

Walpole kids read to Cody
By Amelia Tarallo Hometown Weekly Staff New readers can be a bit reluctant when it comes to stretching their reading skills. But sometimes, it can be helpful to read with a friend. It can be even more helpful when that friend’s only goal is to receive cuddles and attention. On Wednesday, October 16, kids and their parents...
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Needleman riding in Hub on Wheels

Needleman riding in Hub on Wheels
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On Sunday, September 16, Needham local Howard Needleman will be peddling through the city of Boston in this year's Hub on Wheels, a citywide bike ride that benefits the Boston Children's Hospital and sponsored by Education First. Howard is the top fundraiser for the third consecutive year, having raised over $5,300 to date this...
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Walpole’s Justin Doo wins Humanitarian Award

Walpole’s Justin Doo wins Humanitarian Award
Walpole's Justin Doo, a graduate of Xaverian Brothers High School, has been awarded the Corey C. Griffin Humanitarian Award by Boston Children's Hospital. Doo's decade-long mission to drive awareness and funds to the cause of moyamoya disease was the catalyst for his prestigious award. Last year's winner of the Humanitarian Award was Peter Frates, co-founder of...
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October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month

October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
On Saturday, October 21, two Needham women along with their families participated in the 7th Annual Blue Sky Day sponsored by the Rett Syndrome Association of Massachusetts. Jessica Goldman and Erika Gladstone, both 38 years old, were diagnosed with Rett syndrome as children. Rett syndrome is a lifelong neurological disorder caused by random mutations on...
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Northwestern Mutual Wellesley wins Kids Cup

Northwestern Mutual Wellesley wins Kids Cup
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Last week, Boston Children's Hospital organized its 2nd annual Corporate Cup, during which 74 Boston based corporations joined together at Harvard's Stadium for a field day, all supporting the amazing kids under its care. The July 20 event raised over $591,000, well over its goal of $500K. [caption id="attachment_19907" align="alignright" width="600"]Representatives... </div data-eio= Read more

RB Foundation supports two local heroes

RB Foundation supports two local heroes
Phillip Lippolis is a courageous ten year old boy battling leukemia for the second time. His family has spent a tremendous amount of time at Boston Children’s Hospital. Phillip received a bone marrow transplant and is currently unable to leave his house in Walpole. His wonderful teachers go to his home to tutor him. The...
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