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How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties.

To see how you can help those affected, see the list below

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Newport Volunteer Fire Department, West Canada Valley American Legion To Host Blood Drive

Gino Geruntino — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:58:21 +0000

A call for blood has prompted the Newport Volunteer Fire Department and the West Canada Valley American Legion to join forces for a blood drive.

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Broadway Theatre League Hosts Blood Drive

Jim Rondenelli — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:30:52 +0000

The American Red Cross and the Broadway Theatre League are teaming up for a blood drive.

Anyone donating blood today at the New Hartford Blood Center on Commercial Drive will receive $5 off each ticket they

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Thanksgiving Weekend Blood Drive To Help Sandy Victims

Kristine Bellino — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:12:14 +0000

Whitesboro, NY (WIBX) - The critical shortage of blood donations is made worse this year because of Hurricane Sandy.

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Google Releases Interactive Hurricane Sandy App

Kristine Bellino — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:23:43 +0000

Mountain View, CA (WIBX) - A similar application was launched during Hurricane Irene and now Google has released an app to track the progress of Hurricane Sandy.

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Syracuse, Utica, Mohawk Valley American Red Cross Chapters Urging Residents to Take Precautions

Branden Block — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:07:25 +0000

Syracuse, NY (WIBX) - The Central New York Chapter of the American Red Cross is urging local residents to take precautions in advance of Hurricane Sandy. They suggest families stay informed of Sandy's progress, listen to the advice of local authorities, check their emergency supplies and review their household's emergency plan

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Will Sandy Hit Our Area? Red Cross Says Don't Take Chances – Get Prepared

Kristine Bellino — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 18:59:05 +0000

Atlantic City, NJ (WIBX) - New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is ordering evacuations of all barrier islands in the state and coastal areas from Sandy Hook to Cape May, New Jersey, including Atlantic City.

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Whitesboro Community Blood Drive Today

Kristine Bellino — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 10:30:07 +0000

Whitesboro, NY (WIBX) - There is a critical need for blood donations in Central New York.

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Whitesboro Community Blood Drive This Weekend

Kristine Bellino — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:11:58 +0000

Whitesboro, NY (WIBX) - There is a critical need for blood donations in Central New York.

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Faxton-St. Luke's Out For Blood Tonight

Kristine Bellino — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:08:10 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Faxton-Saint Luke's Healthcare is out for blood.

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Faxton-St. Luke's Is Out For Blood

Kristine Bellino — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:10:33 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Faxton-Saint Luke's Healthcare is out for blood.

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Donors Needed For Blood Drive

Jim Rondenelli — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 09:26:36 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - If you're a regular donor or thinking of giving for the first time, you can make a difference by donating blood this Friday.

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Red Cross Offers Safety Tips To Beat The Heat

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:29:01 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - The Red Cross is reminding people to take care of themselves when it comes to summer heat.

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Red Cross Honors Great Heroes

Kristine Bellino — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:34:09 +0000

Herkimer, NY (WIBX) - Local citizens and organizations are being recognized for their contributions to the community today.

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Blood Donors Needed

Kristine Bellino — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:42:15 +0000

(WIBX) - The American Red Cross is asking you to be a hero this weekend and give blood.

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Red Cross Assisting Remsen Fire Victims

Jeff Monaski — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:26:27 +0000

Remsen, NY (WIBX) - A house fire in Remsen has displaced a family of eight.

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Homeowner Presumed Dead in Whitesboro Explosion

Branden Block — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 10:55:55 +0000

Whitesboro, NY (WIBX) - The American Red Cross of the Mohawk Valley responded to a house explosion on Ablett Avenue, Saturday night. Members of the Red Cross' Disaster Action Team met with nearby families affected by the home's explosion, which showered fire and debris around the surrounding area

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Local Red Cross Prepares To Assist East Coast Residents After Irene

WIBX — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:02:17 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - This afternoon the local Red Cross is participating in a telephone briefing with the President and CEO of the non-profit group, to provide an update on available services for those affected by Hurricane Irene.

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Sitrin To Host Annual Blood Drive

Jim Rondenelli — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:37:04 +0000

New Hartford, NY (WIBX)- The American Red Cross is holding a Blood Drive on Wednesday at the Sitrin Community Center in New Hartford.

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Donors Needed: Critical Blood Shortage

mary.klievoneit — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 18:34:20 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - The American Red Cross Rome Chapter has issued an appeal for a critical need for blood.

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