Hannah Garcia+FollowMelissa Meech runs Boston for cancer fightersMelissa Meech, a Tewksbury local, is gearing up for the 2026 Boston Marathon—not just for the thrill, but to support families battling cancer through the Joe Andruzzi Foundation. Inspired by her father’s fight with colon cancer and the foundation’s mission to ease financial stress for patients, Melissa is channeling her passion for running into real impact. She’s aiming to raise $12,000 and invites everyone to join her cause—whether by donating, cheering her on, or attending her fundraising event on Feb. 7 at Main Street Sports Grill. How do you find motivation to support causes close to your heart? #Safety #BostonMarathon #Tewksbury00Share
smithjonathan+FollowShrewsbury teacher runs Boston for her dadCarly Williams, a fifth-grade teacher at Sherwood Middle School, is about to take on her first-ever Boston Marathon—running every mile for her father, Tim, a beloved local math teacher battling kidney cancer. Training with the support of her boyfriend and a coach, Carly’s journey is about more than fitness; it’s about hope, family, and giving back. She’s aiming to raise $12,000 for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and invites everyone to join her fundraiser at Jack’s Abby Brewery. Stories like this remind us how powerful community support can be. Who else has found strength in tough times through family or neighbors? #News #Shrewsbury #BostonMarathon20Share
