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Tappan Zee Bridge to Be Illuminated for Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day September 19th

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September 19, 2025 — On the evening of Friday, September 19, the iconic Tappan Zee Bridge will shine brightly in a special illumination to mark Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day. This powerful display of light serves as a tribute to the thousands of babies lost to stillbirth each year, and as a symbol of hope, remembrance, and renewed commitment to prevention.

Each year in the United States, approximately 21,000 families experience the devastating loss of a baby to stillbirth. This national day of awareness honors those children gone too soon, supports grieving families, and raises public understanding of efforts that can reduce preventable stillbirths.

The illumination is part of a broader, growing national movement led by advocacy groups, healthcare professionals, and parent networks, all working to reduce stillbirths through increased awareness, education, and improved maternal care. Tools such as fetal movement monitoring have already shown success in saving lives and supporting healthier pregnancies.

Community members are encouraged to pause and reflect as the bridge lights glow on the evening of September 19, standing in solidarity with the families who carry their babies’ memories and honoring those who are forever loved and missed.

For more information about Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness efforts, visit www.countthekicks.org or contact:

Nora Moriarty Nicholson
New York Ambassador, Count the Kicks
📞 415-306-4584
✉️ newyork.ambassador@countthekicks.org

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D-Day Remembrance Day: Honoring the Allied Invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944

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On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched D-Day (Normandy landings), part of Operation Overlord — the massive amphibious assault on Nazi-occupied France along the beaches of Normandy.

It became one of the largest and most consequential military operations of World War II, involving thousands of ships, aircraft, and ground troops from multiple Allied nations. The landings took place across five beaches — Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno, and Sword — in a coordinated effort that would shape the course of the war in Europe.

The operation marked a decisive turning point, eventually leading to the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control. The fighting on D-Day came at a tremendous cost, with thousands of soldiers killed or wounded on the first day alone.

Today, D-Day is remembered not only as a major military milestone, but as a moment defined by extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and unity among ordinary people called to an extraordinary mission.

                       We honor and remember those who never made it home.

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Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones from Scams | Senior Fraud Prevention Tips

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Scammers often target older adults by pretending to be family members, government agencies, banks, healthcare providers, or technical support representatives. Their goal is to create panic, gain trust, and convince victims to send money or provide personal information.

Common Scams Targeting Seniors

• Grandparent scams involving fake emergencies and urgent requests for money

• Tech support scams claiming your computer has a virus or security problem

• Fake IRS, Social Security, Medicare, or law enforcement calls

• Lottery and sweepstakes scams promising prizes in exchange for fees

• Romance scams through social media, dating websites, and messaging apps

• Bank fraud and account compromise scams

• Investment and cryptocurrency scams promising guaranteed returns

Protect Yourself

✅ Never send money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers to someone you do not know or have not verified.

✅ Verify any urgent request by contacting a trusted family member, friend, or organization directly using a known phone number.

✅ Never provide personal, banking, Medicare, or Social Security information over the phone unless you initiated the contact and trust the recipient.

✅ Be cautious of callers who pressure you to act immediately, threaten consequences, or demand secrecy.

✅ Legitimate government agencies, financial institutions, and law enforcement organizations generally do not demand immediate payment by gift card, cryptocurrency, wire transfer, or other unconventional payment methods.

✅ If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

What To Do If You Suspect a Scam

📞 Hang up the phone or end the communication.

🛑 Stop responding to calls, texts, emails, or messages from the suspected scammer.

👨‍👩‍👧 Contact a trusted family member, friend, or caregiver.

📋 Report the incident to your local law enforcement agency, financial institution, or the appropriate consumer protection authorities.

Working together, we can help protect our community from fraud and scams. Stay informed, stay alert, and share this information with family, friends, and neighbors.

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