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East Hanover Girl, 5, Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle East Hanover Girl, 5, Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle
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," …

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Look For Morris County Cancer Survivor, 10, At Trump's State Of The Union Look For Morris County Cancer Survivor, 10, At Trump's State Of The Union
Look For Morris County Cancer Survivor, 10, At Trump's State Of The Union A 10-year-old Long Hill cancer survivor who at an early age decided to swap birthday gifts and parties for charity donations will be a special guest at President Trump's State of the Union Address Tuesday evening. Known for her kind heart and infectious smile, Grace Eline of Gillette last year was diagnosed with Germinoma, a germ-cell brain tumor. In May 2018, she started cancer treatment. Throughout the rest of the year, Grace stayed positive and strong, making the rounds in the hospital, cheering up other patients, and always wearing a smile for the caring medical prof…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
PHOTOS: Pink Heals, Bergen Responders Help Boy, 2, With Cancer Deliver Toys To Ailing Kids PHOTOS: Pink Heals, Bergen Responders Help Boy, 2, With Cancer Deliver Toys To Ailing Kids
Photos: Pink Heals, Bergen Responders Help Boy, 2, With Cancer Deliver Toys To Ailing Kids Assisted by members of Pink Heals and police and firefighters from several Bergen County towns, an inspiring 2-year-old boy with cancer delivered toys collected during a "hero's parade" for him to other ailing youngsters at Tomorrow’s Children Hospital in Hackensack. The parade for Declan Hagerty two weeks ago brought firefighters and other responders in more than 100 emergency vehicles from across New Jersey to Lebanon, where he and his family live. No sooner had it ended than preparations began for shipping toys collected during the event some 55 or so miles in a U-Haul from Hunterdon Co…

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by Jerry DeMarco