By Ed Harris Editor A local woman is collecting candy for St. Jude’s Hospital. Allyson Genovese began the St. Jude’s Candy Drive several years ago after learning that her stepdaughter’s mother, who works at St. Jude, would bring in Halloween candy for the kids at the hospital. The first year Genovese was able to collect 70 bags of candy and offered it to the hospital. “I was told that I was the answer to their prayers and they held a Halloween party for the children,” Genovese said. Last year Genovese was able to collect 400 bags of candy, which made shipping an issue. Genovese said the cost of shipping the candy was quoted at $500. For a bit she had partnered with a local company that covered half the costs, but the business has since closed. Now Genovese, a WBFF pro, is hosting a charity fitness class on Saturday, Oct. 12, at a place to be determined. The cost for the class is $20 and the money raised will be used for shipping purposes. Any money raised beyond the shipping costs will also be donated to St. Judes. Those interested in donating can drop off the candy at several area [...]
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