This week on Your New Jersey, Lisa Marie Falbo shines a light on New Jersey women turning their breast cancer experiences into meaningful support for others. Breast cancer survivor and hairstylist Allison Antoniello shares how she provides complimentary salon services to women navigating reconstruction and chemotherapy. Caroline Griffith, granddaughter of Connie Dwyer, discusses the Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation’s work providing screening, treatment support, grants, and resources to women across New Jersey. Plus, breast cancer survivor Cristina Pignotaro shares the story behind the Strong Mama Foundation, her Italian-American roots, and how her community came together to support mothers facing cancer.
About the Author
Gerald D’Ambra is co-founder of On New Jersey.
Throughout his career in TV, Gerald has led projects developing shows for Cox Broadcasting, Sinclair, Fox, and Discovery Scripps. He is a former marketing and communications executive with a global technology company and a former TV News Anchor, Reporter, and Executive Producer.
Gerald led communications and marketing projects for global brands and secured national and local media placement. He has been nominated for Emmy Awards and won multiple AP awards for journalism.