Burdett Sisler, photographed at age 110, reflects on his wartime service and long life. “Treat others as you’d like to be treated,” he says. This motto has guided him for more than a century.

October 16, 2025

A Conversation with Canada’s Oldest Living Man – 110-year-old Burdett Sisler

Burdett Sisler, is believed to be Canadian's longest living person at 110 years old. The supercentenarian who has lived through more than a century of change including two world wars, two pandemics, and two solar eclipses.

October 13, 2025

Changing the Lineup: the Black Surfers Collective Is Building Confidence in the Waves

From first-timers to seasoned instructors, the Black Surfers Collective is helping Angelenos connect with each other — and the ocean.

Hands of Hope logo with white background

October 11, 2025

Nonprofit Hands of Hope continues aiding Hispanic families post-Hurricane Helene

Following Hurricane Helene, Carlos Foster and Sandra Aguirre formed the nonprofit Hands of Hope (Manos de Esperanza), distributing food and essential supplies and coordinating clean-up efforts.

Gunner Brian Dickinson in helicopter

October 9, 2025

Solo Mount Everest Climber and Navy Veteran Pens His Debut Fiction Novel

Navy veteran and Mount Everest climber Brian C. Dickinson channels real survival and loss into his first work of fiction, the thriller 'Bloodline of Redemption.'

April Kelly

October 9, 2025

Protecting Wildlife, Empowering Communities: A Conversation with Conservationist April Kelly

For conservation biologist April Kelly, protecting wildlife is more than a profession. It’s a lifelong calling. As the founder and director of Conservation Wild, she leads field expeditions to protect threatened species while supporting Indigenous communities across the globe.

 
 
 
The Gowanus Canal

October 1, 2025

Proposed Reclassification Supports Swimmable Conditions in the Gowanus Canal, Despite Toxic History

The Gowanus Canal, a historically toxic waterway bordering Red Hook, Cobble Hill, and Gowanus, could soon be reclassified as swimmable, according to a plan from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. 

MAP Founder Kristin Watson sits inside the Tilted Map with Committee Lead for Workshops and Education Hillary Kline on her right and Volunteer and Case Manager David Moses on her left.

October 1, 2025

Southern Appalachia’s Mountain Aid Project expands ‘inclusive’ mission

The Morganton-based group providing relief to western North Carolina since Hurricane Helene will soon be a cafe and community hub.

May 28, 2025

Autistic Community Reacts to RFK Jr.

100 days into President Trump's second term, his selection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the Department of Health and Human Services is as controversial as ever. One community reeling from the discourse is those on the autism spectrum, their loved ones, and those who work with individuals with ASD. 

May 8, 2025

Lace Up to Fight Hunger: Center for Food Action Hosts 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk

The Center for Food Action (CFA) hosted its 4th annual 5K run/walk at Overpeck County Park on Saturday, May 3. Over 200 people participated in the race, donating money to CFA to help prevent food insecurity in northern New Jersey.

April 17, 2025

Alison Hicks: Chelsea’s Closet Co-Founder Lives Her Daughter’s Legacy

Alison Hicks created the Chelsea Hicks Foundation, a costume dress-up play therapy program, after losing her vibrant, dress-up loving, five year old daughter in 2009.