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When construction workers saw 14-year-old Carter Boyle riding an old bike in a pediatric cancer fundraiser, they pooled their money to surprise him with a brand new Trek road bike. The heartwarming gift came just days after his birthday.
Tanner Antalosky celebrated his final cancer treatment with a bell-ringing ceremony and got the surprise of a lifetime from his care team. The 10-year-old Eagles superfan received a DeVonta Smith jersey and a party filled with green decorations at Lehigh Valley's Topper Cancer Institute.
Communities thrive when neighbors step up to help, and the Lehigh Valley has seven exciting ways to make a real difference right now. From styling women for job interviews to serving warm meals at a homeless shelter, there's an opportunity for every schedule and skill set.