LEEDS Pets have always held a special place in members of the Dwyer family’s hearts.When the Leeds family’s German shepherd “Rowdy” died more than 15 years ago, Bill Dwyer made a donation to the Gazette’s Sidney F. Smith Toy Fund in memory of their.
Editor’s note: Periodically this holiday season the Gazette will feature stories from our archives that highlight the generous spirit that the Sidney F. Smith Toy Fund brings out in people. This story ran 25 years ago. Christmas can be a sad and.
Every year, hundreds of Hampshire County residents donate to the Sidney F. Smith Toy Fund, raising money to provide vouchers for families in need to buy holiday gifts at participating stores. When donating, givers can elect to have their name.
NORTHAMPTON When Linda Cahillane Smith thinks of her late parents, Stephen and Rita Cahillane, one phrase in particular comes to mind: “They were the glue that held us together.”The former Northampton couple, high school sweethearts who had been.
NORTHAMPTON The generosity of the patrons of Joe’s Cafe during the COVID-19 pandemic touched the staff of the Northampton restaurant, so much so that it inspired a little altruism of their own.The crew at the eatery, also known as Joe’s Pizza and.