Olivia Zhang, founder of Cancer Kids First, receives The Diana Award
Olivia Zhang wasn't alive when Princess Diana died, but the 18-year-old draws inspiration from Diana's legacy of service.
Chef Jody Adams ramps up for new challenge, mentors next generation
At a time when many chefs with Jody Adams' longevity are scaling back or retiring, she is diving into a new adventure.
Victor "The Good Boss" helps people break cycle of homelessness, addiction
Victor Oliveira is helping people who are largely ignored by others because he's been through their struggle.
Dr. Ridiane Denis helps migrants prepare for new lives and jobs in Mass.
With thousands of Haitian people moving into Massachusetts and migrant shelters filling up, Dr. Ridiane Denis felt compelled to help.
Founder of Boston's African American Ball embraces "full circle" moment
Michael Blakely says producing the ball gives him hope as it celebrates the community's strength, resilience, and positivity.
Pan-Mass Challenge registration opens for 2024 "one in a billion year" ride
This year, the bike-a-thon, the world's most successful athletic fundraiser, is poised to cross the billion-dollar fundraising threshold.
Vivian Tu is demystifying personal finance to help young people build wealth
Content creator and author Vivian Tu, also known as "Your Rich BFF," is helping people live better, fuller financial lives.
Harvard student grows worldwide charity for kids with cancer she founded at 14
A freshman at Harvard is working to grow the cancer charity she founded when she was just 14 years old.
Jarrett Collins set to become new Pan-Mass Challenge CEO
Pan-Mass Challenge president Jarrett Collins will assume a new role starting January 1. The 15-year rider will become the organization's chief executive officer.
Founders of BMC Healing Pups bring "pup love" to unhoused patients
Opening up about dogs helps patients connect with one another.
Massachusetts carpenter helps veterans connect, rediscover sense of pride
Lance Perkins has taught more than 400 veterans how to make wooden flags.
Shark researchers off Cape Cod had a busy October
The fall, with its unusually warm days and sunshine, is providing shark researchers with ideal conditions.
Change Makers: Cynthia Wigren, co-founder of Atlantic White Shark Conservancy
In 2010, Cynthia Wigren took a vacation that changed her life and laid the foundation for an organization that is now the biggest funder of white shark research in Massachusetts.
Fall River principal, Plymouth teacher receive $25,000 Milken Educator Award
Two of the state's top educators were surprised with a big honor and a $25,000 cash prize.
Dana-Farber doctor designs program to address disparities in cancer care
Dr. Christopher Lathan is focused on removing barriers that prevent some of Boston's most vulnerable residents from getting the health care they need.