Research links singing to health benefits
A study highlights singing as a simple activity that can improve well being and health. Researchers note mood boosts and potential stress relief when people sing regularly, encouraging participation in group choirs or personal practice.
Yoga boosts singing skills and health benefits
A yoga practice improves singing by increasing shoulder and neck flexibility and strengthening the diaphragm through controlled breathing. A three year study of singers over 55 at the Seniors Singing Chorale in Washington DC found significantly fewer doctor visits, fewer eyesight issues, less low mood, and reduced medication needs, with participants reporting better daily life and voice quality.
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Chorale
Levine School of Music
Washington D.C
Why Social Security benefits aren’t prorated after death
Explanation of why benefits are paid a month in arrears and require full-month eligibility. If a beneficiary dies in a month, the person and estate are not entitled to that month’s payment, which must be returned. The law allows a survivor to receive the first check for the month they are due, but not for the month of death.
New Castle Christian Academy Honors Students and Volunteers
The 21st annual Awards Assembly at New Castle Christian Academy honored volunteers Rose Cioppa, Ann Graham, Carolyn Moody, Linda Sesko, Patty Spott, and Sherry Zoccoli. Students received Godly Characteristics Awards, with perfect attendance to Joseph Albert, Olivia Goodlin, Andrew Mort, and Hunter Rozzi. Amy Plyler awarded the Nancye Halm Scholarship to Christian Kauffman. Tyler Hollerman won the Presidential Physical Fitness Award. the National Physical Fitness Award went to a larger group led by Joseph Albert and Olivia Goodlin. Dana McQuiston read a proclamation from state Rep. Chris Savnato recognizing the archery teams, under Coach Don Goodlin, with elementary first place and middle school second place at the 2013 Pennsylvania Archery in the Schools State Tournament.
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New Castle Christian Academy
Rose Cioppa
Ann Graham
Carolyn Moody
Linda Sesko
Patty Spott
Sherry Zoccoli
Joseph Albert
Olivia Goodlin
Andrew Mort
Hunter Rozzi
Amy Plyler
Nancye Halm
Christian Kauffman
NCCA
Tyler Hollerman
Michael Benson
Carter DeVivo
Grace Goodlin
Chloe Krarup
Ella K
Pennsylvania
Don Goodlin
Aubrey Hollerman
Erin Onderko
Micaela Golub
Olivia Musquire
Reagan Lurenta
Mariah Gardner
Tori Shultz
Grant Dieter
Cameron Marshall
Brandon Marshall
Tori Zoccoli
Fight for Zero Women’s Golf Classic aids Crisis Shelter
Sixty four golfers participated in the 2nd Annual Fight for Zero Women’s Golf Classic to benefit the Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County. Proceeds fund the shelter’s crisis hotline, legal advocacy and housing programs. Event drew players from nearby Pittsburgh area. sponsorships sought for next year.
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Crisis Shelter
Lawrence County
Cindy Crognale
Sheila Fruit
Berner International Corp
First Merit Foundation
Pittsburgh
Deborah Hartman
Fight For Zero
Hartman
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